22 Mar 1905
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1905
Page
1
Widespread flooding paralyzes Wheeling and Bellaire as river crests near forty-two feet. Railways crippled, industries shut, thousands displaced. Rescue crews saved five men in a skiff as waters rise and factories suspend operations across Pittsburgh and surrounding regions.
Charles Erd a senior member of the Block Sullivan and Ward law firm was found in his New York room with a bullet wound. He claims accidental discharge and denies any suicide or motive. Erd will be blind in one eye, and he recently traveled from Baltimore after completing depositions in a Baltimore estate case.
Milwaukee resident claims ownership of a painting the New York connoisseur calls a genuine Gainsborough. The worn canvas, believed to be a Louis XIV portrait from the same era as Morgan’s famous purchase, was bought thirty three years ago from a French immigrant and allegedly cut from its frame during the French revolution.
Paris reports minister of fine arts Antonin Proust died from two shots to the head in a suicide. He had long suffered melancholy, worsened by disputes with Rosita Mauri, famed opera dancer with whom he was closely connected. Mauri denied involvement at his apartment Monday evening after her departure.
London report says Sir Henry Irving’s United States and Canadian tour will be delayed a year on doctors orders to avoid strain. His health is improving and preparations continue for appearing at Drury Lane on April 3.
A report by Associated New York dated March 2 notes Mrs Ian Maws as a mother figure and a known member of Lat Lenton, with archival mentions connected to literary paper ARTHIVE.
Milwaukee March 22 Special Assistant District Attorney Guy D Goff opened in Williams court arguing Barney A Eaton a state senator is guilty of accepting and spending money as a lobbyist In his testimony Eaton denied bribery and claimed guilt only as a lobbyist The defense led by Lyman G Wheeler will counter as concluding testimony nears Jury expected by noon tomorrow with Francis E McGovern set to close for the state
Milwaukee March 22 special to The Northwestern says there will be no change this year in the decision regarding sale of beer on the state fair grounds at the next fair. George McKerrow and Secretary True discuss attractions and a guaranteed fund for races with Milwaukee committees. They plan to visit Minnesota Iowa and St Paul to review attractions including a fireworks show and a stock pavilion if the legislature bill passes.
Edward L Cook in Atchison New Jersey justice case ruled a woman's tongue could be a concealed weapon. Two women argued in court over names, the judge fined each ten dollars under the disorderly act. A county judge later overturned the conviction and ordered the fines returned.
The Fore River Shipbuilding company in Quincy Massachusetts has signed a contract to build four Holland type submarine torpedo boats for the United States government. The boats must be completed within eighteen months and are expected to be launched in about a year. The contract price is not disclosed.
A cable from Washington reported the US Senate did not ratify the Dominican convention causing displeasure in Santo Domingo. The US transport Sumner arrived with a congressional party bound for Colon to inspect the Panama canal route.
St Louis March 22 After waking from a nap Fred Behmidt was stricken speechless just as he was about to call his wife He has been ill for several days Doctors say the condition is motor aphasia and he may become permanently speechless Schmidt’s hearing is unaffected
Budapest March 22 Count Julius Andrasay former premier failed to end the ministerial crisis He had an audience with the emperor king and relinquished the rank of attempting to form a new cabinet.
The British royal yacht Victoria and Albert with Queen Alexandra and her party docked in Lisbon Portugal on arrival date listed as March. The Associated Press reports a royal visit took place with the queen aboard the vessel.
Telexed fragment reports the death of President Cappen during a Macsative menu event linked to Tufts Colbiers. Details are sparse, but the incident appears tied to a formal gathering or meal, with officials and attendees unnamed in the readable text.
A sensational tale from Lexington reports Anderson White claimed James Hargis ordered him to shoot five people during the Bobby Cockrill trial for Ben Hardin’s murder. White said Hargis gave him a pistol and named Dr Cox Jim Cockrill Mark Cockrill Vaughan and another the witness recalled as Marcum. White returned the pistol and said he would be needed as a witness.
Washington March 22 president appoints Sergeant George S Thompson of the Twenty fifth Infantry to rank of second lieutenant in the Philippine scouts for meritorious service during the Philippine insurrection. Thompson is noted as a crack shot with multiple medals for rifle and pistol. Brigadier General Tasker Bliss, president of the War College, is ordered to the Philippines and will sail July 1 with Secretary Taft to take command of a Philippine department.
Wisconsin and Madison runners compose relay and sprint entries for the Illinois Athletic club charity meet to be held March 28. The Madison relay team includes Waller Rideout Stevens Jlashrouck Vreeland and Schophoesier with Waller also listed for sprints and hurdles. The entry list swelled to 578 yesterday as flood of clubs submit names. organizers promise a timely schedule.
New Castle on Tyne March 2 The Japanese battleship Kashima was launched at Blewick shipyard in Baron Hayashi present. Kashima and sister ship Hatori are built for Japan at Barrow in Furness, 1840 tons, speed nineteen knots, main battery includes four twelve inch guns four ten inch guns and twelve six inch guns with nine inch armor belts and four inch upper works armor.
Constantinople marching orders divert battalions to feadineam for Yemen province while ships to convey troops are unavailable. Reinforcements are urgently needed as Imperial casualties since the insurrection are estimated at 4,000 to 5,000 men.
Fred Grant grand secretary of the order of Odd Fellows of the United States underwent an operation today for rheumatic gout at Union Protestant Infirmary. Physicians report the operation a success in Baltimore Maryland on a date in March.
Fragmentary notes mention unrest and a general insurrection claim tied to local factions. The text references unnamed leaders and scattered reports from the area, with no clear confirmation of dates or parties involved.
Robberies target post offices continue with another early morning break in at a third station this week. Robbers forced open safes containing stamps and cash, securing a small sum. Officials suspect a coordinated gang and plan to summon the United States secret service for help.
Report on the first primary under a general election law details turnout near 4 500 in Oshkosh with 2 871 votes for Mulva and Heath combined, 1 871 for Banderob and Kellerich combined. Split tickets favored cross-ticket voting, with 25 wasted votes across wards.
The special grand jury to probe the so called beef trust was completed today with three vacancies filled. A. J. Hoffman of Mendate Jr. named foreman and District Judge FF. Otis Humphrey issued a strict, fair charge to avoid envy or favor. Notable witnesses expected include Mies M. A. Dinock secretary to J. Ogden Armour C. O. Young Swift & Co. and George F. Morgan assistant to Young.
A Wircon al Central short train between Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls derailed by a broken rail. Baggage and passenger cars overturned and burned, four men were lightly injured, one man taken to the hospital with internal injuries.
A chaotic press dispatch reports Russian admirals Krоlustvensky and Nebogotov planning a new joint operation within ten days as the Second Pacific squadron sails from Crete toward Port said. It notes a Russian retreat in Manchuria, with rear guards, bridges, and railways destroyed, while Japanese forces press along the Grand Trunk route toward Kirin and Chanwan.
Paris dispatch reports Emperor William’s Mediterranean voyage stirred attention amid France’s push to dominate Morocco. Officials say Germany is not part of the anti French maneuver, while British press doubts a disruption of French policy. Open door policy under the Anglo French agreement gives equal rights to United States Germany and others in Morocco.
Representative Edward J. Glackin of Chicago introduced a resolution to appoint a five member unpaid commission to study industrial insurance and report findings with a draft to bring such insurance under state control. He cited France Germany and England as examples of state supervision.
Washington March 22. The Japanese government has been asked to allow Maj Edward J Mowand to take the place of Col H E Crowder in the Japanese army due to Col Crowder’s ill health.
Two people died in a fire in Iowa City as reported by the Associated Press. Names and exact circumstances are unclear due to damaged text. The report mentions Mrs parrant Newton and Sadieen Nob along with Mrs Arthur Eneciton, but full relationships and details are unreadable. The date is March 3 with partial year context.
Tired of politics, Menasha candidates concede age weakens drive as one veteran admits retirement from the game. Local salary rise for mail carriers from 600 to 850 reflects increased business. High school basketball hints at a rematch with Oshkosh, gym constraints blamed for a recent defeat. Automobile race plans linked to Fourth of July events and a proposed Menasha to Appleton route. Real estate developments include Roby building rebuild and Elks clubhouse expansion on Main Street.
A week old delay followed a Senate move to lay over for a week the anti cigarette bill after a 15 to 1 vote. Senator Rohr led the motion. debate was heated and a confidential talk between Senator Bird and Secretary Vouser about lobbying emerged. Vouser said he was not lobbying but opposed the memo and shared his view with several senators.
In North Tarrytown New York on March 22 the local election saw John and William Rockefeller defeated by a town butcher who won the presidency of the board of town trustees by 160 votes. The Rockefellers backed Wirth on the People’s ticket while labor was imported to influence votes for their slate.
New York March 22 doctors report a heavy pneumonia and grip epidemic in Brooklyn mirroring Manhattan. Hospitals near bed capacity with two exceptions, forcing some patients to sleep on mattresses on the floor.
Warsaw reports three soldiers wounded last night by a bomb explosion in Volk Street are dying. No arrests have been made as the deadly incident marks a grim patrol in the city.
London March 22 at the council of foreign bondholders office, an agreement between the Venezuelan government and British and German bondholders to adjust and consolidate exterior debt of about 28.6 million dollars will be signed tomorrow, with guarantees covering more than half of port customs trade except La Guaira and Puerto Cabello. General Velutini acted for Venezuela while the British and German bondholders were represented by the council and Disconto-Gesellschaft.
Madison observers report the first use of the primary election law produced a poor turnout with less than one fifth of the city voting, far below presidential election levels. Governor La Follette voted for Democratic nominees in the fourth ward, with Mrs La Follette and Mrs H C Harper among those likely to vote. In the Fifth ward Republican L Smith defeated A Johnson, and in the Sixth ward Democrat E E Miller narrowly beat Kingston.
Chicago March 22 Judge C C Kohlgit of the U S district court refused to dismiss an order against Willem E Hyde supreme archon and Charlies E Piper supreme scribe of the Royal league charged with diverting 34000 of the order's funds. The defense alleged the court was used by enemies to besmirch Piper and Hyde but the judge declined to consider the allegation, calling for proof.
One arrest was reported today in connection with the Rock Inland wreck at Homestead. Authorities believe others may be involved and are continuing the probe.
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