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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1908

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Oklahoma Tornado Toll Hits Seven Towns

Wind driven tornadoes struck seven towns near Woodward Oklahoma, destroying isolated communities off the railway line and cutting telegraph service. Casualties and injuries reported at Arnett Vick Dauser Matta Arthurs Little Rode and nearby locales, with structures leveled and farms damaged.

Woodward TA Successon Uventh Gamage Mora Arnett Aeatnals Botelie Arneli Aneir Gava

Rowing Committee Delays Race Entries Amid Funding Woes

The National Association of Amateur Athletes and Cavemen with Julian W. Curtiss abandoned plans for an eight-oared crew. Funds were insufficient to cover expenses and cold weather risk postponed entry deadlines for the annual regatta in Detroit scheduled from May 2 to May 9.

Associated Press Wew York Mss Eran On- Syne Sane Pikingtel National Association’ of Atmate Cavemen Julian W. Curtiss Can Rowing Serosa Msy Js Elsze Wes Way

Evelyn Thaws Case Delayed In May Hearing

New York May hearing on Evelyn Thaw’s suit for annulment of her marriage to Harry K Thaw was postponed by agreement of counsel. Daniel O’Risel for Mrs Thaw cited inability to secure evidence from Pittsburg. Robert E Deyo and a commissioner were appointed to take testimony. Thaw’s counsel accepted postponement but would not allow further delays. The new date for the hearing was fixed.

New York Evelyn Thaw Daniel O’rsisel Thaty Pittsburg Robert “el Deyo Coungel Thar Gut

Indicts Congressman Heflin on weapons and assault charges

A federal grand jury today indicted Representative Heflin of Alabama charging him with possession of two dangerous weapons. The indictment includes three counts, two of which concern an assault on Lew Lindy on March 27 in Montgomery.

Ay Asics Freig Washington, C Muay Heflin Alabama Lew Lindy Helin

Retail Grocers Meet Opens National Convention in Boston

The annual convention of the National Association of Retail Grocers of the United States opened in Boston with about 340 delegates and over 1,000 in total attendance. Members from parts of the country and several Canadian places are represented. The event highlights ongoing industry concerns as the association gathers for discussions and policy decisions.

The National Association Boston Bz Associated Press Retell Grevers United States

Deakin asks premiers to plan welcome for American fleet

Australian prime minister Alfred Deakin asks a joint committee of federal MPs to consult with New South Wales and Victoria premiers on the welcome to be extended to the American fleet arriving in Sydney August 20 and Melbourne August 29. The fleet will depart Australian waters September 5.

Associated Press Melbourne Alfred Deakin Australia New Sout

Steamer collision near drawbridge causes excursion scare

An excursion boat with Lawrence university students faced a near disaster when the St Paul railway drawbridge failed to open on signal. Captain Tryon ordered reverse, a collision followed, and a passenger named Elmy r Ville aided a woman to safety before the craft struck the abutment and drifted toward shore. Passengers evacuated safely as the current drove the steamer toward the south shore.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis Appleton Gays Ie Bridgetender St. Paul Clifton Supiper Rss Tryon Discoverean Elmyr Ville Tryom

Roosevelt to Lead Cornerstone Laying for Peace Hall

Prominent guests attend the cornerstone ceremony at a building dedicated to world peace efforts. President Roosevelt spoke, with addresses by Andrew Carnegie and others. Messages of congratulation came from international leaders and foreign ministers across the Americas.

Associated Pree Washington, D. C Roosevelt ‘Lees Americas Republis Prarie Roosevelt Secre- Bout Andrew Carnegie An- Sabuee Bragt Chilis Euclides de Anscho Colombia Viques Costa‘ Rice Garcia Velez Cuba Cacares Dominican Republic Extraza Cobre- Ta Guatemala Mariscal Mexico Ze- Taya Micaragua Pardo Peru Amador Guerrero Panama Willman Uruguay Exuador Davile Honduran Fernando Figueroa Suivador

Charges Against Bishops Stir Methodist Conference

Baltimore Associated Press reports a busy Methodist conference week with Bishop charges under review. Rev. Cooke of News sues prominent Methodists including Dr Buckley and Prof Bowne for alleged maladministering and heresy. Kingsley cases stem from rulings on bishops.

Associated Press Baltimore Methodist Tees William A. Quayle C. I Bishors Lepiscopacy George A. Cooke News Bihops David EH Cooke Jo Me. Buckiey New York James Syracuse University Behan P. Bowne Boston University Seccy Roosevelt Buckley Professor Bowne Conference of

Soldier Runs Amuck and Mortally Wounds Comrades

May 11 telegram to adjutant general reports Private Mike Hencham of the First United States Cavalry ran amuck wounding three comrades and fatally wounding Private Ewart Woodward. Sergeant William? and Private G. Wilson among the wounded. Authorities presume Hencham was insane at the time of the shootings.

Assgelajad Press Ceneral Tonlene Mike Hencham United States Csvals Us Wiss G. Wilsyn Ewart Woodward Eprobally Arre Wrogy Wy First Cavalry Dte Mercham Tie

Forest reserves fund split boosts state school aid

Senate adopted an amendment to allocate twenty five percent of annual forest reserve income to states for public schools or roads. Senator Herlurn of Idaho objected, citing state constitutional school fund provisions. The plan allows funds from timber sales leases and grazing to be distributed locally as legislatures direct.

Associated Press Washington,d. CO Senate Fullen Oregon Herlurn Idaho

TRUE TO CONVICT HUSBAND

A woman, Violet Levin, left her husband for California, later pleading with authorities to reunite. Levin faced charges, was taken to prison, and after a court hearing, was returned to assist her husband in Wisconsin.

Rehearsal for Opera at Appleton Church Events

Mr and Mrs C W George Everhart hosted Prof Alex Fenier and guests for a Sunday dinner. Appleton theater to stage The Chimes of Normandy with sixteen member Arthur Orchestra for instrumental accompaniment. Otto Zenler rehearsed Oshkosh opera troupe with Arions and four young leads. Guests returned to Appleton. evening ride, launch trip aboard the Flenona, and river outing with the Dukeish rower club.

C. W. George Everhart Church Atreek Alex 4Enier Messin H.W. McGillam W. Schaelter T. G. Kiveliner Wiliam Appleton Congregational Church Sunpleton Frenaring Normandy Ye- Appleton Theater Arton Orchestra Furniak Zenler Oshkosh Arions Edler Mra Everhach Duhkesh Rower Cat Club Everhart Flenona

Enjoy an Auto Ride and Naval Welcome in May Events

In San Francisco May weekend the second week's entertainment for officers and men began with a rain-threatened morning as 190 warrant officers were ferried to Marin County and by rail to Mount Tamalpais for a panoramic view. An hour later about 440 fleet officers traveled by automobile through the city and surrounding countryside. In Utah Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans, on crutches, addressed a crowd from his car rear platform, expressing gratitude for Utah’s honors and recalling his Annapolis cadet days, then gave flowers to a young girl.

San Francisco Bey Marin County Mount Tamalpes API Metcalfana Evans Orden Utah Robly D. Evans Wiral Annapols California

Fire Wipes Out Town and Destroys Homes

Fire swept through Camp Crook and nearby areas, destroying logs and stock at local stores. Reports describe a large blaze with several injuries including a nineteen year old, while other city fires damaged department stores in Detroit and caused extensive property losses.

Camp Crook Missouri River Lake & Desina New York Jni Detroit Goldberg Brothers Woodward Avenue

Architects scout site for Ripon college gymnasium

N K Fellows of Nimmona and Fellows Architects Chicago visited Ripon to locate the new Ripon college gymnasium site. He also marked a site for the birthplace of the Republican party. The piece includes quotes urging politeness and restraint when bored and a remark about braveness in facing fare.

Northwestern Ripon Wis N. K

The Chita Father to the Man

A fragment reflecting on Theodore Roosevelt and early signs of his inclination to regulate others affairs. It recalls a boyhood moment when Roosevelt prayed for his mother’s safety and vowed to look after her, illustrating a traits precedent cited by readers.

Dir Roosevelt Theodore Ted

Private Journal Notes on Courage at Sea

An excerpt from St Nicholas reflects on a nighttime crisis aboard a ship where a cleaning stick jammed a main battery gun. An officer volunteers to poke out the obstruction, risking ridicule to perform a dangerous task and show quiet bravery amid harrowing conditions.

Morror Nicholas

Papal Audience Draws Odd Souvenir From Venice to Rome

Pope Pius XX greeted distinguished Americans and handed a paper souvenir to one guest. The item proved to be a railroad return coupon from Venice to Rome, supposedly bought by Cardinal Galeppi Sarto for a cardinal meeting after a death. The speaker notes the cardinal never returned to Venice amid bohemian references and aphorisms.

Pius Rome Galaeppi Sarto Tee Venice

Fans Rally as Oshkosh Bloodies Madison and La Crosse

Fans on a downtown streetcar discuss Oshkosh losses to Madison and La Crosse. They praise Madison’s play, predict a tougher trip to La Crosse, and speculate on the Indians’ season, noting rising interest and hoped-for home games. The piece captures fan fervor and citywide baseball talk.

Down Town Oshkosh Madison Lit Crosse Aellites la Crosse Ne Ont Fred Anther Ike Tadinagg Hat Grah Shortalop Mianeater Rybier New York Tie Leilnn Oll Wight Jepger Ostlepsy Johnston Jas Des Moines Gubkosh Jo—Johnevon Achilles Puirodun Rey Valie Liege Emc Gemes Bayer Fiuons Feng Murty Oshkosli

Death notices for children and adults in Nordheim and Nekimi

Multiple obituary items note the death of a young girl in Nordheim at the parents home on North Main Street with funeral services at 2:04 PM conducted by a Free Methodist minister. another obituary for an eighty year old man in Nekimi with service at the home and burial at a local cemetery. international notice from Germany reports the death of Mrs tar Uwerilot Mathwis Krause, sister of Arthur Krause, with survivor details and references to relatives in Stettin Kolberg and Wisconsin Telegraph chain.

Marlon Honsinger Clelleen Fiddy'dock Nordheim North Main Street Fred Monsinger Hous Roberts Free Methoidist Tivorsite Williams Daniel BE Hide Omic Germany Arthur McGives Tar. Uwerilot Mathwis Krause Nowholete Heuer Deater Stettin Crabbder Moklof Kolberg Conrad Mattinis Wilhelmshafen Arthur Mathaule Wisconsin Telegraph

American autos in lead in New York to Paris race

American competitors in the New York to Paris auto motoring race reached Tokyo and prepared to resume from Vladivostok. The American entrants report a 1,200 mile lead as they head toward the start point for the next leg of the event.

Associated Press Tokio New York

Coal mining resumes after six weeks' idleness in state

Springfeld May 14. Work resumed today in all coal mines in the state that could operate after six weeks of idleness due to strikes. Operations restarted in several mines with workers returning to face reduced shifts and adjusted production schedules as management restored normal levels.

Thinote Associated Press Springfeld

National Prosperity Association Aims Revived Prosperity

A committee from the National Prosperity Association of St. Louis met President Roosevelt in Washington on May 11 to urge renewed efforts for prosperity. Bo Simmons led the group. Roosevelt welcomed aid and spoke of reforms, honesty in business, and restoring confidence. He credited reforms for strong standards, warned against agitation, and urged steady action by honest business leaders.

Associated Press Washington, D. C National Prosperity Association of St. Louis Son Roosevelt Frank Bo Simmoens FJ. Wade Edward Dever B. Wiberg Smith Bixby Murray Carleton George al” Meyer Jackson Johnson Ibndiation Lary Eauyaerea Fie Tim Lfe Ufe Ehockime Erin Recklesa Ingh Caldnite Elsas Ulersted Wrans Joss White Weall Rinbark Inteisionary twistAderlade Nearner ANT Bussitess

Brokerage Firm Fails Amid Market Turbulence

A brokerage firm collapses amid market losses with no clear figures released. The incident, affecting clients and investors, follows a period of significant trading strains and warning signs in the sector. Authorities investigate potential causes and oversee client fund protections while markets react cautiously.

Prairie Fires Rage Across Saskatchewan Farmsteads

Prairie fires rage in Northern Saskatchewan as 12 farm buildings burn near Kove Thorn. The blazes destroy structures and contents, with crews fighting to prevent spread. No injuries reported in the fragmentary bulletin.

Wintipes Mar Torthern Sasiatchewan Kove Thorn

Weather Forecast Notice From Government Bureau

Data from Haymacn Co shows barometer readings indicating possible rain. Forecaster notes uncertain temperatures and remarks, with odds of showers tonight.

Wisconsin Haymacn Co

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