05 May 1923
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1923
Page
1
Northwestern Washington D C Navy aviation experts express strong confidence in the dirigible ZR-1 nearing completion at Lakehurst New Jersey. They say accidents like the R-38 are unlikely and credit American ingenuity in producing this type of craft.
General Lord predicts a budget surplus and reports the administration will propose middle income tax reductions. The plan targets earners from below 36 000 to 5 900 and lower bands. Details outline rate cuts to ease cost of living and curb inflation amid wartime fiscal tightening.
Mrs Connor was granted divorce from a Stevers Point millionaire after a Wisconsin proceeding. The petitioner appeared with counsel. The decree awarded Mrs Cannas custody of their children and related support.
Ambassador Herrick appears on behalf of Charles Paddock in a plea filed through the French athletic authorities urging the American Union to allow Padock’s participation. The filing argues the ban would cripple and impair his bodies and seeks relief for legitimate athletic involvement.
The Franco-Belgian note on German reparations proposals was finalized in Paris and will be transmitted to Germany, with publication planned tomorrow evening. Poincare and Beisine discussed the text as France and Belgium prepare responses while Britain is understood to be awaiting acceptances.
A damaged OCR item reports charges of peonage against Florida strawberry pickers. The text references a warrant and individuals including a woman and her daughters amid claims of coercive labor practices. Details are fragmentary and names are uncertain.
A fragmented report from the Columbus press notes local reactions to a boycott. It mentions community leaders and residents weighing resolutions and responses. The article includes names of figures advocating action and others urging calm as debates unfold.
Madison A request was made today of the supreme court by William Juneau Milwaukee asking that it assume original jurisdiction of an action to enjoin the Wisconsin tax commission from enforcing the provisions of the Severson law repealing the secrecy clause of the state income tax statute. General Herman L. Behrkneau refused to act on behalf of the state. the attorney general seeks jurisdiction. The state contends the secrecy clause is unconstitutional and would be defended by the state’s legal officer.
In New York today Jack Kearns, manager of champion, tests the proposed bout details for the Dempsey Gibbons match. The method of selecting a referee is being settled, with regulations and waivers to be signed, and officials to assign one referee.
Authorities examined the vital organs of Brainard Willis, an wealthy Tarmer and uncle of Senator Prank FB, to uncover traces of poison. The exhumation at Cohimbu Analyaad aimed to clarify his fate amid tangled family and political links.
A mothballed mill owned by a local Oshkosh resident was destroyed by a blaze. Firefighters battled the flames Friday evening as the structure suffered extensive damage. The incident prompted investigations into the fire's origin while witnesses described the scene in the riverfront district.
Special to The Northwestern Wellesley Hi Mase reports severe strains in commercial circulation and transportation. Merchants lament congested arteries and rising freight costs while railroads delay cars and claim settlement costs exceed values. Farmers voice rights grievances amid ongoing transport troubles affecting shipments and service quality.
Danville fills with banners and crowds as Uncle Joe Gannon returns from Congress to celebrate his eighty seventh birthday and veteran service. The town prepared decorated streets and a formal welcome at the public grounds as residents recall his career and extend well wishes.
Two baseball games were played this afternoon in National and American leagues. In New York and Philadelphia matchups, line scores show varied innings with players Moss McQuilliss and Smith among others contributing. The Philadelphia and New York games featured multiple pitchers and fielding shifts, ending with distinct final tallies.
Fragmented copy reports a protest by France related to a liquor ban with references to government officials and communications. The readable text is garbled, mentioning Washington DC, the Presiding or President, and department actions, but lacks clear dates or outcomes.
A press notice reports that a farmer from First Dirt is named the first dirt farmer member of the Federal Reserve Board. It notes President Harding announces the appointment alongside the addition of another director from Pennsylvania, amid new legislation and changes affecting the board.
A brief note from the Chinese leader expresses regret to the United States over recent tensions. The message seeks improved dialogue and mutual understanding, promising steps to reduce friction and restore cooperative relations between the two nations.
Reported blazes along the river bend in Mil twenties miles south of a county town are blamed on fishermen misfiring gear and discarded gear. Authorities investigate whether careless burning caused the fires and warn about rural fire risk.
The report notes Congressman Rainey’s death from pneumonia traced to illness in his daughter’s care, with updates from Chisago and surrounding areas. Authorities confirm the cause as pneumonia and stress the need for public health attention.
A strong earthquake rattled northern central Chile's Atacama, toppling homes from foundations and triggering a tidal wave that inundated Carlislillo. Residents fled to nearby hills as chief buildings in Vallenar were shaken. No death toll is yet reported. irrigation and damaged infrastructure are noted.
Charley Padlock competes at the Paris university games despite a federation ban. He matches his world record of six and four in the 100 meter heats, maintaining sprint lineage amid edict tension at the French event.
A weather summary notes warmer trends across central areas with increasing temperatures tonight. Regions including the northern Rockies and plateaus are expected to see generally fair conditions with elevated temperatures, while western and southern zones may experience varied readings through the night.
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