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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1908
Page
1
Reports from Syracuse and Franklin indicate a woman resembling Belle Gunness, Mrs. Herron, may be connected to the Laporte case. Authorities pursue the lead as investigators examine a trunk left at Wheatbrook farm and interview witnesses about canary links and other possible victims.
Special to The Northwestern Madison Wisconsin May game will be played this afternoon in fair park conditions. The opening program will proceed as planned despite postponement changes. Attendance is expected to be substantial.
Charles F. Voigt of Oshkosh a veteran grocer and pioneer businessman died at 10:60 this spring at 400 Central Street aged seventy. Born September 3, 1898 in Germany he came to America in 1850 and settled in Oshkosh in 1867. He partnered with J E Wendorff in grocery and commission in 1868 later marrying Augusta Wendorff. their business thrived until 1889 when they left the trade. Surviving is a daughter Mrs Otto Weepner. Funeral arrangements will be announced in Monday's Northwestern.
A subcommittee of the national Democratic convention arrived to review the Denver venue. They toured the great auditorium and discussed lighting, ventilation, seating, badges, and printing. President C. M. Day of the Denver convention league hosted a day visit including a trip over the Moffat road to the snow fields, with a special train and notable Denver companions. Members include Norman E. Mack, Roger C. Sullivan, R. M. Johnson, Urey Woodson, J. B. Osborne, and James C. Dahiman.
Sheriff Ed ward Martin and Deputy Mor fan confront a notorious outlaw in a cave near Are row Creek after a chase described by John Winieh. The outlaw is cornered, with escape possible only through surrender, as the pursuit presses to end the confrontation. Walsh notes a termination was anticipated.
Judge orders Dr Amos T Bakery acting superintendent at Matteawan to turn over Thaw’s clothes and a small assortment of items held since the transfer. District Attorney Mack requests custody with Thaw present in court as Pembady’s request and accompanying amendment are noted.
Four soldiers from Battery F Fourth United States artillery stationed at Fort Sheridan were arrested for assaulting Policeman Benjamin Neely after midnight. Neely was struck with a stone, restrained, and knocked unconscious before officers halted the foursome, who were identified as Js. Howard James Gurbay Arthur Read and Patrick Shea.
Elaborate preparations are under way in Chicago for the dedication tomorrow of St. Stanislaus parochial school at Noble and Bradley streets. Vice President Fairbanks will deliver the keynote address at the banquet after the ceremonies. The school, a free construction, will house 4500 pupils and cost 47000 dollars. One hundred nuns will teach under the pastor’s direction.
A Pythian parade and quadruple funeral will be held tomorrow in Chicago for Joseph Patener Alfred Cripps and widows Mrs Tousla Schleuter and Mrs Jennie Irons. Secretary Kane says the event is the largest Knights parade he has seen and may draw over five thousand participants.
The Gould divorce case moves to a new phase as Katherine Clemens Gould’s bid for a jury trial in her separation suit against Howard Gould was rejected by Justice Dowling in the surname court on May 9.
A Washington report notes that the selected fishermen, recently serving in the Philippines, may be required to continue their work there or accept a call to return. The conference debates the next steps for Satterlee and others remaining in the field with duties to fulfill.
Camillo Osias, a Filipino student at the military tri state normal of Macomb, won first place for Tiifneiz in the interstate normal school oratorical contest last night. Veron Horner of Kansas took second, Hogan of Wisconsin third, with competitors from Missouri and Kansas also present.
Social Evening and Latest Opinion sections headline the day with a focus on Supreme Court traction decisions and local guidance. Veterans plan, fashion news, and state university segregation topics appear amid brief notes on Milwaukee happenings.
May 1 report notes Anostenn nusuel ceremony and Rear Admiral Charles M Thanl ag involved in the flag lowering. Correspondence reveals expressions of regret and congratulations on a successful voyage and speedy health recovery. Oakland greets the fleet with a parade and public cheers as the pageant unfolds along city streets.
Miss Elsie Tenner, a 19 year old Wisconsin Telephone worker, died at 1 AM at her mother's home 229 Monroe Avenue. Surviving are her mother Elizabeth Tenner two sisters Lena and Mrs. Edward Wiedemann two brothers John and Lou. She had been employed by Wisconsin Telephone for eight months and was a resident since teen years. Funeral from St Marys Church Monday at nine o'clock with interment at Riverside Cemetery.
Mark Goode, a department of the interior agent, is suspended amid charges he kidnapped five Kickapoo Indians from an Arizona reservation to influence a tribal conference on how to divide a 215,906 appropriation. He reportedly moved the five through El Paso on Tuesday, potentially altering the planned ratification of the division plan.
Manuel Sarabia, shackled and guarded by a U S marshal, leaves San Diego for Tombstone Arizona to stand trial on charges of aiding in organizing an armed expedition against the Mexican government. The transfer follows long detention in California custody.
Patrick Lanerk an watchman for Grand Trunk railway and his wife Johanna were found dead in bed at 4934 Marshfield Avenue Chicago today. Death due to asphyxiation with gas jet thought to have been left open by accident.
Assistant City Engineer Save Stage May Lowering on Fox River as readings drift on May 7 indicate water well above crest of the Menasha dam. John N Bacon notes variability due to winds and rain, with current levels about two inches above the crest and several days needed to reach the 60.60 mark on the gage.
Reported a capsized boat on the Neosho river near Hatizora in Emporia Kansas where four young women aged sixteen to twenty perished. The disaster also claimed other fatalities and injuries, with details describing a scene of drowning and damaged remains.
Announcement from Mrs EG Donohue of 264 intreet TM o¢ the engagement of Gi E and accomplished young adv Tather is a special. Northwestern, M ber man, is proprietor. Trends.
Members of the Oshkosh school board and invited guests attended a domestic science dinner Friday evening prepared entirely by high school girls under Mrs. Berths Johnguns. The meal showcased courses and items from chicken pie to strawberry shortcake, with cigars served separately. The event drew praise for the department and strengthened support to extend the program in the public schools.
Simion Taylor of De Pere married Mrs Bertha Blake at her home on Prospect Avenue last Wednesday May 6 at seven o'clock The ceremony was performed by Rev P L Fy Stair pastor of the Afsonim Street Af EB church The couple reside in De Pere Local weather forecast indicates partly cloudy skies with possible showers tonight and Sunday temperate conditions overall
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