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Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1908

Page

3

Tapeworm Cure Advertised By Beuman Drugs

A dated testimonial praises a new preparation claimed to expel tapeworms and improve digestion. Jessie Hirdsal, a 14 year old from Chicago, reportedly suffered seven years of poor health until taking the medicine. The letter asserts drastic relief and urges others with general poor health to try the remedy, noting local agent Beumans Drugs at Main and Algoma.

I Odet Jessie Hirdsal Divtaall Chicago Mr. Aration Mate Noper Reeve Sher Ensoys Cooper Jessie Beumans Algoma

Bloody barber fight shocks Auburn scene

Northwestern reports a violent attack twelve miles east of Auburn as August Frank William and Fred Kotlow tried to raid a barber shop run by a Black man named Hsing. The victim was beaten near death while the Kotlow brothers fled. police arrested Fred in the city. Public sentiment in Auburndale grows tense amid rumors and investigations.

Auburns Here Frank William Fred Hotlow Hsing Mike Griffin Auburndale Arast Fred Auburndaems Kotlow Clinton Peter Joseph Christiaan Matthew Henry ‘Vogel Loyal ‘Tauly

Money Powers Accused in Senate Over Panic Aid Currency Bill

In a Senate debate March 20, La Follette and Gore spar over blame for the panic and presidential actions. Letters from Washington Life Insurance and allied firms drew scrutiny, while La Follette warned the currency plan would be pressed again until defeated or folded into the system.

Washington, D. C Senate la’ Bollette H.R. Ver Naudtar Washington Life ‘Insurance Company All Insurance OI Panies la Foliette Coun Gore Oklahoma Wisconsin Roosevelt Cortelyuu Kir. Corleiyou Feat E Oiettis Treasury Department Bailey New York Wiscons Brargan la Follette Finance

Executive decree on issuing bonds to treasury department gains focus

A fragmented executive decree discusses pulling bonds into the treasury department for operations. Mr Poleite, speaking on the floor, signals resuming his speech on Monday next, outlining ongoing government financial actions.

Treasury “Department Ia Poleite

Engagement Discussed Between Duke and Mrs Elkins May Be Expected

The article notes the engagement of the Duke of the Abruzzi and Mrs. Katherine Elkins, daughter of Stephen B. Elkins, may be anticipated around May. It reflects speculative social gossip about a high society match involving prominent figures and families.

Sheela

Washington Society Notes Hint at Fashionable Denials

Fragmentary item highlights Miss Katherine Elkins described as a dashing Washington belle. She is the daughter of Senator Stephen B. Elkins of West Virginia and Mrs Elkins, formerly Miss Hallia B. Davis, linking to Henry Gassney Davis and a former United States Senator who was a Democratic vice presidential candidate.

Katherine HE The Washington Stephen Htkins West Virginia Elkins Hallia B. Davis Iof Henry Gassney Devis United States

Railroad Property Bought by Andrew McNeal in City

Andrew McNeal, noted iron magnate and aggressive litigant, buys all Pennsylvania railway property within Burlington city limits for 607.43 after tax disputes. He plans to force the railroad to vacate and improve the long-complained station, signaling possible legal fights to compel compensation and property relocation.

Associated Press Burlington Andrew RicNeal Pennsylvania Railway Thomas Mooney Bi¢Neat New York New Jersey Pennsylvania McNeal Ndéeeager Eity

Cornell Professor Describes Stock Exchanges as Society Insurance

March 20 Ithaca Cornell economist W He Werer says stock exchanges act as large insurers for society. He argues speculation brings stability by providing advance information on crops and politics, keeping prices firm and preventing sudden price swings, despite some dishonest manipulation.

Associated 2Rrees Ithaca E. W. He Werer Cornell

Relative shot attempt halted by friends in West Point

Crazed by drink and a grievance, Claude Brashear of Cloverport tried to shoot C. M. McGlothain, a relative by marriage and bank president, at his West Point home. Friends intervened, halting the attack.

Associated Press Louisville Claude Brashear Cloverport C. M. McGlothain Kentucky and Indiana Bank West Point

Two Boys Drown in Ice Pond Near Amherst Junction Wisconsin

Frederic and William Miller, aged thirteen and nine, sons of Louis Miller, drowned while playing on the ice at a pond near Amherst Junction Wisconsin on March 20. The bodies were recovered. The father claims a rocking chair as a compensation, while the mother remains with the rocker.

Associated Fresa Amherst Junction Wis Fred William Miller Louis Miller Pond Here

Death by Own Action Shocks Aged Home Tale

AP reports a suspected self inflicted death at Bethesda Home for the Aged linked to a bankruptcy crisis. John Hoch, sixty eight, died after an intended act, stirring fears of more distress among residents who paid pensions and savings to the private institution. Mary Mann, matron, suspects poisoning may link cases, with Emma Bate noting past avowed intentions.

Associated Press Nethesda John Hoch John Haxelbagh Bankrepter Mary Mann Koch Emma Bate Little Sisters of the Poor

Anarchist Jemma Goldman Suffering Collapse After Bail Talk

Chicago March 20 anarchist Jemma Goldman suffered a breakdown attributed to strenuous efforts to secure bail in defiance of police. She was taken to Dr Sidney Kuhn’s home on Drexel Boulevard after a nervous collapse while en route to deliver a lecture on Anarchy Reality. Doctors and advisers said recovery likely in a day or two.

Chicago Jemma Goldman Sidney Drexel Boulevard Biss Golamah Milwaukee RO Mirlath Yampo Ben VL. Reitmens South Side

Gold in Transvaal Mines Reach Vast Total

The gold mines of the Transvaal yielded 197 six hundred thirteen thousand six hundred seventy five dollars and four cents, mostly from the reef near Johannesburg. Outside the Johannesburg district, prospecting and new mining ventures produced little. The note comes from the U S consul at Victoria, South Africa.

tBy Associated Press Washington, D. C Marely Transvaal Johannesburg State Department United States Cansul Victoria South Africa

Did You Ever Stop To Think About Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets

The ad touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy for indigestion and low energy. It claims the pills restore stomach health, improve digestion, and boost work capacity, promising a sample by mail and a 5-cent price at drugstores. The copy emphasizes vitality, success, and a fresh start through using the product.

Stuart F. A. Stuart Co Stuart Bldg Marshall, Mich

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Builds a Good Repute

A longtime sales claim extols the virtues of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy stressing truth and perseverance as keys to success. It praises thirty five years of use, purity of ingredients, absence of opium and other harm, and dealer guarantees satisfaction or refunds.

United Home Protectors Fraternity Embezzlement Scandal Hits Port Huron

Port Huron March report details the theft by secretary W L Wilson of funds from the United Home Protectors fraternity's build and loan operation. The organization, headquartered locally, claimed about 30,000 dollars in business with a 75,000 dollar shortage tied to Wilson. Banking officials, led by Commissioner Zimmermann, investigated misappropriation spanning years and exposed mortgages unpaid, forged certificates, and undisclosed retirement payments. Wilson confessed after authorities summoned trustees and examined records. The fraternity, organized under legislative act, operates across Michigan with about 2,800 members and 9 lodges, led by Port Huron residents including Maj. No 8 S Boynton as president.

Port State Banking Department Merman Wilgon Vss Ars Barung Simmerman Inter Sunes Slaéas Zimmermin Wilson Eg Concern Ta Tiventiga Amman United Home Protectors Michigan Instituttert Port Huron S. Boynton E. Meisel W. L. Wilson A. A. Graves Supreme Trusters D. P. Key Albert

Ripon College to Host Wisconsin Conference Meeting

Spécial to Twe Northwestern Ripon Wis March 2 President R Hughes of Ripon college calls a meeting of Wisconsin conference colleges for Fond du Lac April 1 Notices sent to Beloit Lawrence Manitowoc Northwestern and Carroll. The gathering at the Palmer house will include dinner and action on new rules. Marquette objects to the rule banning professional college athletes and refuses discussion. Northwestern and Lawrence are labeled universities but are considered limited to courses with no professional degrees.

Northwestern Ripon Wis R. O. Flughes Ripon College Wisconsin Conference Fond du Lac Beloir Lawrence Manquetts Carroll Palmer House Hughes Law Marquette Sithlete Lawreny Northwestern Watertown

Cotton Crop Statistics From 147 Year Report

The report summarizes 147 crop drawings showing running bales and ginneries totals. It records 11,302,972 hundredweight equivalent running bales, 36,735,608 in 1996, and notes 127,646 bales not yet ginned. Average gross bale weight is 118 pounds.

Washington

Not for Two Years Pennsylvania Tube Under Fast River Cut

The Associated Press reports New York dated March 20 that the last of four Pennsylvania tubes under the Fast River was cut through Wednesday night, with official authority from Pennsylvania to confirm the delay in completion.

Associated Press New York Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Tubes Under North River To Cost $90 Million

The Pennsylvania system plans four tunnel tubes under the North River with terminal stations at Manhattan and Jersey City. Concrete lining and iron castings are to be completed after a long delay, with passenger trains not running through until all tubes are ready, at an estimated total cost near 90 million dollars.

Brilly Pennsylvania Terminal Manhattan North River Long Inland City Jersey City

Memory and Tomorrow at Novelty theater in San Francisco

Memory and Tomorrow the new drama by E Booth Tillton was staged at the Novelty theater last night. Mary Mannering led the cast and delivered a notably emotional performance. The overall reception is described as praise worthy and favorable.

Associated Press San Francisco Cal E. Booth Tillon Novelty Theater Mary Mannering

Exports And Imports Report Shows Decline For Britain

Washington March reports a noticeable drop in Great Britain's trade, with imports totaling $274,916,814 and exports at $166,538,990. Re-exports stood at $60, a further decrease. Consul General Wynne at London notes a flat month with overall declines in both imports and exports.

Associated Press Washington Great Britain Wynne London

German bankers liable in U S report on investment conduct

A report to the state department notes decisions by the German supreme court that bankers may be held liable for adulteration and misrepresentation in investment advisory work. The finding marks progress toward accountability in the German banking sector.

U3y Associated Washington, D. C Freme Court of Germany State Department

Russian Budget Forecast Sees Major Reductions

The budget commission of the duma foresees a net expenditure reduction of 338,510,000. The deficit drops to 54,000, with 326,001,000 tied to repayment of short term obligations to Germany. The running state deficit stands at 19,000,000.

Associated Press St. Petersburg Budget Commission of the Duma Germany

Funeral for Joseph George Schmidt in Fremont

Rev. E. C. Henke delivers the funeral sermon for Joseph George Schmidt of Fremont who died suddenly Tuesday morning at age eighty one. The notice cites a medical patent claim for a product and lists Weyauwega and March 20 as context.

Northwestern Weyauwega Win E. c. Henke Joseph George Schmidt Fremont

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