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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1908

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Tragedy at Fenney School Ends in Double Death

Elizabeth Hardee and Sarah Weed, longtime friends and former Wellesley graduates, died after Weed escaped a sanatorium and entered the Laurens school. Authorities say Weed killed Hardee then took her own life as the two were found in bed. Hardee, 35, daughter of attorney Mr. Hardee, was a noted Savannah figure.

Sy Associated Press Rigrd Berain Weed Phil- Baller Mardee Savannah Laurens School Fenney Miss Hardee Miss Weed Miss Hadee West Newton Arrs Page Wellesley College Bliss Hardee Paris Mids Hardee Wellesley Vermont Savennah Elizabeth Hardee Boson Sarah Weed Savannan Ww. P. Hardee

Roosevelt orders probe into stock trading practices

President Roosevelt directs Harriet Knox Smith of the bureau of corporations to investigate stock trading methods to lay groundwork for future regulation. He aims to curb purely gambling contracts while avoiding hindrance to legitimate transfers and supports eliminating stock symbols.

Br Associated Press Washington Roosevelt Herriet Knox Smith Bureau of Corporations

Wisconsin baseball league schedule draft in Milwaukee

Special to The Northwestern Milwaukee Wisconsin March 1 Wis baseball league magnates draft a schedule. Season likely opens May 7 and ends September 13. Directors may approve a few games at Athletic Park Milwaukee during the season with President Moi optimistic about securing teams.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis Wisconsiniois Wssen Davidson Urectors Athletic Park Milkwaukee Moi

Transfer of Indian Lands in Congress Proposal

A bill introduced in the Senate seeks a transfer of lands from the Sisseton and Minto Sioux reservations without consent of the Indian affairs commissioner. A parallel measure has been introduced in the House by Mr Morse and Mr C Stevens aiming to relocate tribal lands.

Wastirsion D.C EreShems Tay Sinskbridge Mumsee Isonmiscaver of Indian Affairs Br. Morse II. C. Stevens

South Dakota Cruiser Leaves Magdalena on Northward Run

Wireless report says the armored cruiser South Dakota sailed north from Magdalena after a brief stay. The battleship Georgie connected with Pole Loma and sent cipher messages. The South Dakota, not yet dry decked, is believed to be returning south to complete target practice.

Presa San Biese Cal South Dakota Magidatens St. Magdalena Georgie Abo Pole Loma Magdalena Bay Navy

China and Japan Seizure Controversy Aims for Compromise

Peking reports negotiations proceed with China offering to suspend arms imports in exchange for Japan’s concession. China defends seizure of the Tama Maru as lawful, while apologizing for flag error and insisting on equitable settlement of the dispute with claims on cargo and destination.

Associated Press Peking Margh China Japan Hongzong

Milwaukee clash over Royal Neighbors session sparks hall standoff

In Milwaukee on March 11 a heated split within the Royal Neighbors of America erupted during a triennial meeting. John F. Donovan blocked entry to the Elks hall to stop two officials from serving an injunction as factions contend over seating delegates and revoked charter credentials. The alarmed scene ended with a hurried adjournment amid claims of no internal trouble.

Mibwaukee Wis John F. Donovan Royal Neighbors of America Elks Hall Aliomer H. J. Heitbron Milwaukee Elks’ Club Jefferson Street Loyalty Camp

Spain's King walks Seville streets unescorted amid crowd

The article depicts the King of Spain strolling Seville with a busy, curious crowd and officials warning against the risk, while the crown prince is shown in a separate image being wheeled by a nurse along a gallery in the Alestar district.

Spain Seville Cartez Portugal Alestar

Fire destroys shacks in Menilla Samplome district

Fire left 2,055 shacks destroyed in the Samplome district of Menilla on the evening of March 11. Estimated damage is $1,000,000 in gold. Cause believed to be a locomotive starting the blaze. casualties include fifteen persons. Homeless natives are being cared for by churches and police, with no reported suffering.

Associated Press Samplome Menilla

Autoists on Wrong Road in Wisconsin Reliability Rally

A Wisconsin special from Brandon reports the Reading auto led three day reliability tests between Ripon and the current location, making a sixteen mile detour. Cars Maxwell four cylinder, Reg touring, Thomas and others followed with arrivals from 8:20 to 9:46 a.m. The Cleveland broke a spring between Ripon and the stop for repairs, others remained in good condition despite poor road conditions.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis Wisconsin Brandon Ripon Thomas Maxwell Reo Jack Son Rambler Cleveland Bz . Lars Gshkoshal Reg

Denver Priest Murder Trial Sanity Plea Begins

In Denver on March 11 the defense seeks an insanity plea for Giuseppe Adio in the murder of Father Leo Heinrichs. Four alienists testified Adio sane at the time of the February 23 shooting at St Elizabeth's Church after receiving communion. Three more experts agreed, case closed for the state as proceedings moved to adjournment.

Associated Press Denver Col Giuseppe Adio Murden Leo Heinrichs Slidger Alo St. Elizabeth's Catholichurch Sur Widdiecomb

Oklahoma Republicans name delegates to national convention

About 1500 Republicans attended the state convention in Oklahoma City on March 11. Delegates were chosen and instructed for Taft as the party's presidential nominee.

Oklahoma City Okla Taft

Beach Hargis Trial Set For Next Court Term

Associated Press reports in Jackson Mississippi that Leach Hargis faces murder charges for his father’s death. The court postponed the trial to the seventh day of the next term after defense motions and scheduling.

Associated Press Jackson, Kr Copenean Thlaxit Cass Yeainst Leach Hargis

Beatrice Metcalf Committed to Insane Hospital

Beatrice Thomas Metcalf, who tried to shoot Attorney G. S. Hamill during the Walsh trial in Chicago, was committed to the Central hospital for the insane by commission in Indianapolis. She previously attempted suicide by leaping from a second story window and again sought to jump into the river after fleeing.

Associated Press Indianapolis Ind Beatrice Thomas Metcalf GS. RR. Hamill Terre Haute John R. Walsh Chicago Hamill Central Hospital For the Metcalf

License of No License in Minnesota Municipal Elections

Associated Press report from Saint Paul Minnesota on March 11 notes that municipal elections across small towns and villages asked a single major issue license or no license for saloons. By noon today 12 towns favored license while in sixteen towns voters chose no license.

Associated Press Paul Minn Ih Mall Minnesota Dispatch Etyore

Doctor Killed in Passenger Train Collision at Delano

Dr F K Boucher and his wife were struck by a Great Northern Winnipeg train near Delano depot while driving to visit a patient. Both were thrown about 100 feet. the doctor died instantly and his wife fatally injured. The report ends with moralizing quotes not tied to the incident.

Y Associates Press Delano Minn F. K. Boucher Great Northern Winnipeg Ayer M Boucher

Supreme court decision on Oshkosh traction dispute clarifies track rights

Attorneys explain Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling affecting Winnebago Traction, Fond du Lac Railway and city of Oshkosh. The decision upholds city limits on bridge tracks, validates a traffic agreement, and grants the Winnebago Traction company rights to connections on North and South Main streets while requiring reasonable switches. City officials say the ruling vindicates the city and outlines liability for delays in providing connections.

Oshkosh Wrsconsin Supreme Winnebago Traction Company Eastern Wisconsin Railway & Gieht Company Oshkeshin Hush Maine Street Northwestern Madison Wirsehal ‘Company Reps Western Mrr Charles Barber Messrs Pulzay & ‘Light Company Oshkesh Séconi Pel Ug Indge Timlin Seriauy Fetor 3Finnehage Traction Company Yard du Lac Company Qourt Supreme Court Fond du Lac Dedleton Barber Colonel Weed W York IW. C. Cowling Eastern Wisconsin Railway and Light Company Wioanebaga Traction Company Gwneh Winnebage Traction Company Wangoo Otter Streets Main Street Winnetago Traction Company

City Still Debating Costs and Bridge Case Ruling

The court doubts the city may demand payment beyond its just proportion and discusses costs in an equity setting. George Hilton notes the decision suggests Eastern Wisconsin Railway and Light cannot cross the bridge without condemnation or agreement. The city’s regulatory power under charter remains, but current actions are seen as improper amid a wider dispute among five towns.

Fond du Lec Fs Ie Ciy Talton George Hilton Eastern Wheensin Railway and Light Company Tme Eastern Wisconsin Railway and Light Company Lieckrcurt Grae

President Transmits Report on Brumsville Riot Reinstate Time

The Senate receives a message from the president backing the army inquiry findings. He urges a one year extension of the reinstatement period for discharged soldiers to allow reinstatees outside the dismissal scope. Senator Warren chairs the majority report. Senator Foraker files the minority view.

Senate Associated Presa Washington DD. U Senate Committee On Military Affairs Ume Warren Foraker

Schmitz Released From Jail In Extortion Case

Eugene Schmitz former mayor of San Francisco is freed after ten months in custody on the extortion charges with 39 indictments pending bail set at 245600. Judge Dunne ordered dismissal of the Silent case and directed the extortion matter be presented to the new grand jury for possible indictment. District Attorney Langdon seeks prompt action.

Associated Press San Francisco Cal Eugene Schmitz Berg Nigher Tribunal Dunne Superior Court Schmitz Schnitz Langdon Xicps

German Actress Margaret Pfeiffer Dies in Milwaukee Fall

Mrs Margaret Pfeiffer a former German actress died at her Milwaukee home after a fall She was eighty six and survived by her husband the late Alexander Pfeiffer one son and four daughters The Pfeiffers acted in New York Chicago Milwaukee and other large cities in the east and west Special to The Northwestern March 11 Milwaukee Wis

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis Margaret Pfeiffer Mis Alexander Pfeiffer New York Chicago East

Jurors to Try Hitchcock in New York Court

The Associated Press reports on March 11 that jury selection begins in Raymond Hitchcock's case. Mrs Hitchcock and other defendants were barred from yesterday's court session but permitted to enter today.

Associated Press New York Raymond Hitchcock Kas

Coroner Rules on Collinwood School Fire Inquiry

Cleveland report states coroner Burke rendered a decision in the Collinwood school fire inquiry. Conditions blurred, but fault attributed to no one. The item mixes nonrelated notes about a song heroine and family names, with incidental quotes and opinions.

Collinwood Associated Press Cleveland Burke

Evelyn Thaw Sues for Annulment in High Profile Divorce

Evelyn Nesbit Thaw starts legal action to annul her marriage to Harry K Thaw. Papers served at Matteawan asylum and on Thaw's mother Mrs Willard Thaw. Thaw opposes claiming he was sane at marriage. counsel notes no settlement yet and mystery around cause of conflict.

Matteawan Asylum Evelyn Mose Dani—Thaw Associated Press New York March Evelyn Thaw Harry K. Thas Mmre Willan ‘Thaw Harry Mutteawan Evelyn Nesbit Thaw Harry K. Thaw Daniel O'Reilly Matteawer Thaw Harry Thaw Oreilly Russell Peabody Evetta Thaw Thav

Hague peace conference praised at Columbia address

Prof James Scott, technical delegate to the Hague peace conference, spoke to a large Columbia audience defending the gathering as a genuine peace effort. He outlined six to seven key outcomes including voluntary arbitration, an international prize court, and a future conference plan eight years hence.

Associated Press New York James Scott Hague United States Columbia Scott Markind

Anarchists Barred From Local Event and Weather Update

Anarchists were barred from attending a local celebration planned by the group. The report notes crowd dynamics and permissions, with a weather page featuring a government forecast by S Heymann Co. Barometer readings, temperatures, and time stamps for Tuesday and Wednesday are listed.

Temmenitore Ipm Ag S Heymann Co

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