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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1908
Page
8
Judge Fastinas Desises rules on New Railvrond Employes Liability and compares negligence rules under a recent amendment. The court finds the employer's negligence not always controlling and adopts a refined doctrine of comparative negligence with potential changes to master servant law as applied to railroad cases.
The report details clergy activities from Baltimore to Albany including Bishop Crcar in New York and Father Hunt. It notes preaching at Providence mother house and St Stevens, a Boston telegram about Rev Frederick Barker’s death, and ordination plans for Cabholi. It also mentions the Appleton church debt tied to a tower and an unfinished pulpit.
The Russian minister of education orders dissolution of elective student councils formed during the revolutionary period to cooperate with professional councils in university self government. Their role shrank as the movement declined and activity narrowed to student concerns, while general discipline and employment issues grew in importance.
The piece discusses congressional action on interstate commerce and rail regulation, including proposals to compel railways to equip themselves adequately. It notes tensions between northern and western interests, potential receiverships, and efforts to curb abuses by major lines amid a broader policy push this session.
A late 19th century discussion questions if railroad men of the era are prudent stewards of Southwest and Western properties. It notes underinvestment, aging equipment, and insufficient funds to keep pace with commerce, harming patrons and provoking congressional hearings on relief. Shippers push for action while lawmakers warn against triggering a market panic.
A major blaze struck Neda Sey near Toktin, destroying about four hundred of fourteen houses. The fire caused extensive damage and disrupted local families, with authorities assessing losses and investigating the incident.
John Van Lavannee of Moline Illinois says he regained health after a doctor prescribed Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey. He reports feeling as young as 40 years ago and credits the remedy with restoring appetite, strength, and vigor after a bad cold and fever, urging others with poor health to try it.
An advertising missive touts a malt distillation process that yields a digestible liquid food and tonic effect. It urges readers to ask a pharmacist or grocer for Durify, claims authenticity by a seal, and offers a medical booklet from Dr. Frank, with the whiskey sold under the Durify brand and distribution details.
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