Major fire devastates Oshkosh Normal School buildings
Fire at the Oshkosh Normal School destroyed the central 1860 complex and four structures including the auditorium area and newer gym and industrial building. Estimated loss about 150 000 to 160 000 with 116 000 insured. Biology teacher Harry Fling suffered a dislocated shoulder leaping from a library window while staff saved records and books.
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Submarine Peace Policy Sparks Berlin Petitions
In Berlin petitions circulate against Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg over submarine warfare plans. People demand aggressive action against enemy freighters while the government weighs the consequences of intensified submarine activity amid ongoing coalition tensions.
Germany seeks peace reports denied by U S officials
The White House rejected reports that Germany was about to propose peace terms. Officials said President Wilson received no confirmation of German proposals and warned against interpreting diplomatic signals as proof of imminent settlement.
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Plan of Space Payment. Railway Mail Pay Plan Scrutinized
In Washington March 22 a government official questions the space based payment plan for railway mail service. The associate comments that paying per space is impractical, outlining concerns about efficiency and cost.
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Washington, D.C
Verdun Front Delays German Offensive As Meuse Fire Rages
Report from the Meuse frontier notes a powerful German thrust halted near Avecourt wood with artillery activity on the eastern bank near Vaux and Damloup. Elsewhere in Black Sea waters a 7000 ton steamship Esperanza sunk near the Romanian coast amid other vessel losses. Snowblanket cripples Detroit streets as Oshkosh Normal School fire damages the old park area.
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Transportation committee proposes road supervision plan
A public notice summarizes a proposal by the IT supervisor of the P to create road and traffic supervision measures. The plan aims to modernize oversight, improve safety, and streamline operations on the network.
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Several Trainmen Die in Freight Collision Tragedy
A dramatic freight collision near New Richland injures and kills multiple trainmen. Relief trains struggled to reach blocked crews as engines and cars burned after the wreck caused by a severe storm. Local reports cite casualties including brakemen and others from Train No. 6 and related freights, with rescue efforts ongoing.
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Tornado Storm Rips Indiana Wisconsin Mines Fatalities Floods
A powerful late winter storm devastates Indiana Illinois and Wisconsin with tornadoes and high winds causing multiple deaths. In Logansport and Marion extensive damage and unroofed buildings reported. Public and rail traffic disrupted as snow and debris hamper travel.
Milwaukee mayoral nominees set. Social Democrats lead
Milwaukee voters chose Hene Social Democrat and leading non partisan incumbent for the mayoral race. Primary results show Hene 271295 and leading 16122. total non partisan 28446. Other races name BL Whitnall and Jobe L Drew for city treasurer and Louis M. Kotecki vs Leo M. Krzyski for city comptroller.
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Urges Volunteers for Mexican Service
Senator Sherman of Vinola introduced a resolution to authorize and direct the president to call 100000 volunteers for service in Mexico. He warned Congress may delay danger to border states and national honor, and urged preparedness before disaster.
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Associated Press
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Ground plan of Oshkosh Normal school fire loss
The sketch shows the Oshkosh Normal school ground plan with sections A A and B indicating the burned portion. Section C is the old gymnasium now a locker room, D the new gymnasium, FE the power plant, and F part of the new industrial building. A faces Algoma street.
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Oshkosh Normal School
Elm Street
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Paris Texas Fire Ravages City Killing None
Paris Texas March 22 officials report a devastating blaze in the business district left 3 dead and homeless about 3,400. Damage estimates range from 8 to 16 million dollars with 5 million in ore losses. fire reduced most structures and food supplies are scarce as authorities plan long term relief.
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Edward McCuistion
Oshkosh Business Luncheon Promotes Industrial Growth
A group of Oshkosh business leaders plans regular Thursday lunches to discuss French industry and U.S. manufacturing. W. G. Maxey is set to speak at the first event, signaling broader, more inclusive discussions by the Oshkosh industrial promotion committee.
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