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Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1908

Page

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Conference of Governors Adopts Declaration of Principles

The Washington DC conference of governors adjourned sine die after adopting a declaration urging future meetings and possible national action. William Bryan presented resolutions applauded for broad liberal goals while avoiding a permanent organizational structure. The president was commended for calling the conference and future conferences were proposed as conditions warrant.

Associated Press Washington, D.C William Bryan Mr. Bryan United Te -Hearwuiy Rodstvelt Congress Bianchai

Earthquake Shakes Washington D C Seismographs Record

A strong earthquake was recorded by the Weather Bureau in Washington D C early today. Chief Willis E Moore said the quake began at 2 39 52 am central time with the strongest motion at 3 55 am lasting about ten minutes. Origin suggested about 320 miles from Washington, location uncertain between Central America and Pacific near that area.

Washington, D.C Weather Bureau Son Willis’ E. Moore Bureau Washington Central America Pacific Ocean

American vessel seized near Vancouver Island

The American halibut schooner Francis Cutting, owned by Seattie Fish and Cold Storage, was chased by Canadian fisheries cruiser Kestrel and towed to Vancouver. The find of fish within the three mile limit prompted Ottawa to decide on potential confiscation, with owners allowed to pursue court action.

Associated Press Vancouver D. C Vancouver Island Francis Cutting Seattie | Fish and Cold Storage Company Vancouver Teriey Newcombe Ottawa Dominion Angtrer Ceizitre Gerseny

Exiled homage for a Chicago figure in fading memorial lines

A misspelled AP dispatch from Chicago recalls a man of forty five years with ties to General Grant. The text notes a burial today by relatives and friends, following a somber note on public attention and distant acquaintances in a city era of lingering memories.

Associated Press Chicago Suidger Helzhhors Teras Grant

Taft Captures Delegates In Republican State Conventions

Historical summaries report Taft backed by multiple state GOP conventions. Delegates at large and alternates chosen, instructed to support Taft for president. Roosevelt policy endorsed in several platforms. Alaska and California scenes show splits and unified support for Taft, with conventions adjourned after midnight.

Sacramento Cal Chicago William H. Taft Roosevelt Henry Ca H.deyount Jacob H.ff Kelley AL Chase Charles Clinch Charles Wheeler Will Bryan Ald Boltiand Johnson Democratic Party Minnesota Alaska Ketehikana Aje Hogeart Nome Fairbanks California TAFT Oregon Portland Ore Charley W.fulton Macon North Dakota Mint N. B Tait

Aid for Pittsburg Bank Reorganization Plan Announced

Pittsburg bankers and Allegheny National Bank directors agreed to raise a cash fund to reassure depositors and preserve solvency. A reorganization plan for management was also approved to strengthen public confidence and stabilize the institution amid donor and investor involvement led by National Bank Examiner W. L. Folds.

Associated Press Pittsburg Allegheny National Bank Allegheny National, Bank National Bank Exam Iner W Folds

Unclear fragmentary text about bank guarantees and LOE

Fragmentary OCR text discusses raising cash and guarantee funds, mentions Allegheny National Bank and confidence in security. Overall meaning unclear due to garbled wording and incomplete sentences.

Thaw Declared Insane as Habeas Corpus Case Proceeds

Harry K. Thaw, seeking freedom from Matteawan State Asylum, was ruled insane today by two of District Attorney Jerome's experts. Dr Baker testified about Thaw and related documents, questioning his capacity for liberty and mental state amid habeas corpus efforts.

Associated Press Poughkeepsie Harry EK. Thaw Liberty Baker Stnemora Matteawai Jerome Cunnin Terome Mir Dr. Paker Thaw Dr. Baker

General Boardman Speaks on Andersonville at Local Lecture

Bertin Wis hosted General Boardman in a Special Northwestern lecture at Library hall. Before the meeting the Ariel band played as attendees gathered. L. C. Smith presided and introduced the speaker. Boardman described improvements to grounds and monuments and gave an insightful resume of Andersonville past present and future, urging patriotism and national defense.

Speciatl Northwestern Bertin Wis Cook Library General Boardman Addere Sonville Ariel L. C. Smith Charlie HoeRis A. L. ‘Tucker Wisconsin We R. C G. A Andersonville Rene General Boardman Berlin Tellag

Former bank teller sentenced to seven years in prison

Thomas W. Harvey, once a teller at Enterprise National Bank which failed years ago for nearly 2 million dollars, was sentenced to seven years in the penitentiary. The Associated Press reports from Pittsburgh on May 15.

Associated Press Pittsburg Thomas ‘W. Harvey Enterprise National Bank

Railways face talks on rate increases for freight transport

East and middle west shippers meet to discuss possible rail rate hikes. Fred We Pea, president of a rail carriers association, outlines reasons for the proposed increases and the immediate implications for interstate commerce.

Ag Clattnid East Middle West Treighera Prin Fred We Pea Hnofs Turtis Claus Wil Pegicent Bix Lime -Reducand Napport

Armours of Ghica- London retail bids denied

A London inquiry questions claims that the Armours are raising 5 million pounds to create a chain of meat shops in England to bypass Smithfield market. Meeker, a company director, dismisses the report as absurd saying the Armours are not entering the English retail meat trade. The motive behind the rumor is unclear as many men fall in love with a girl.

Shim Este LonsuMe London Smithfield Bowerman Btr Meeker Frrm Armours England

Fragmentary imperial passage on court feeds and ministers

The text presents a garbled imperial scene with references to a dowager, empress, and ministers. Names and details are unclear, but the fragment suggests courtly dynamics and a ceremonial context surrounding feed or sustenance provisions.

CANDIDATES ON HAND AT REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE MEETING

Milwaukee May 15 Republican politics dominated the session of the state central committee at the Phinkinton hotel focused on selecting alternates to the national convention under the primary law. Prominent candidates like Cook McGovern Wattén Stephanerson and Hills figures attended or were represented as delegates were canvassed and recommendations set for district alternates.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis Republican State Central Committee Phinkinton Agwax United States Csindicates Meagura Cook McGovern Wattén William C. Cowling Oshkosh Stephenason Stephenson John J la Crosse Hills D. Connor State Central Committee Walter Alexander Wiis Theodore Brazeau Tate Wisconsin Alexander Jurr Sprague Brodhead Co. C. Gott, Elkhorn, “Third District—J. A. Stone Heddeburg W. B. Williams Dodgeville C. A. McGee Adolph Weldner Minauver Hiehard Whwaukee Henry Cockems Milwau Kerman Lb Skern Whitehatt

Methodists Debate Over District Superintendent Title

At the Methodist Episcopal general conference in Boston May 35 Associated Press reports a fierce debate after the committee on revision rejected its proposal to change the title presiding elder to district superintendent. The vote left the issue unresolved and likely to reappear.

Associated Py . Balthnoce Methodist Episcopal Church

Fatal Wreck In Oklahoma Claims Two Lives

Muskogee Oklahoma May 15 A southbound Missouri Kaneer Express wreck left two men dead and others injured. Police and railway crews cordoned the scene as investigators worked to determine cause and determine victims. Survivors were rushed to local hospitals for treatment.

Associated Press Muskogee Okla Missouri Kaneer

Train Collision Near St Louis Kills Several Persons

Train No 5 bound for Texas from St Louis collided head on with a freight train today. Several cars wrecked and caught fire. About six to seven people killed and several injured. Among the dead engineer Hotchkiss of the passenger train and two express messengers. Injured include two mail clerks and passengers such as Samuel Sonnheimer of Muskogee who was thrown through a smoker.

Doct ors May Fall Out In Gunness Case Verdict Debate

Laporte Ind May 15. Doctors dispute the identified skull bone from Mrs Gunness farm as human and its link to the Gunness cases. Sheriff Smuziller reports screening and testing ongoing, while Ray Lamphere’s trial outlook shifts toward grand jury action and possible delays.

Lanorte Ind Ross Farme Tubillant Sherif Smuizer Gunness Ray Lamphere Unt Schmutzer Curbstone Lamphere Trea Aessus

Burglars Blow Safe at Hortonville General Store

Special to The Northwestern reports burglars blew the safe in B. A. L. Gradt’s Hortonville general store, stealing about $400 in cash and an $73 watch plus $509 in bank certificates. Nitro glycerin used to lift the door. the village woke at seven this morning to the sight of ruined hinges and a blown safe. Appleton police were alerted, no clues found.

Appleton Wis B. AL Gradt Hortonville

Senators Use Knife On Currency Bills In Senate Action

A lengthy report details the May 15 senate action on the Vreeland currency bill and Aldrich amendments. The Aldrich bill was amended to remove certain provisions and add a national currency commission, with debate noted and votes recorded.

Washington, D.C Senate Ma Aldrich Aldrich Hever Bein Johnston Othater la Follette Commission Ning Oes

Oshkosh Baseball Opening Game Sparks Support

Oshkosh baseball fans show strong interest as opening day nears with management hopeful for a financial boost. The association plans higher admission to cover travel and training costs amid a tougher year, while promising high quality exhibitions.

Oshkosh ORME Ari Pkown Association Oshkosh Baseball

Political Candidate Smith Ends Life In Tragedy

Aste Forest reports that prominent banker and leading provincial candidate Masangue Smith of TL. EL Smith & Co shot himself through the head in an apparent suicide. His private and business affairs were described as in good order, with no clear cause given for the act.

Aste Forest Cnt Masangue Smith TL. EL Smnith & Co Fampion Smith

Prospects of Sunshine and Weather Day Notes

Readable fragments describe cloudy to fair conditions with mentions of a barometer and thermometer readings. The text references sun hints and forecasts, with partial weather bureau attribution and occasional timing cues. Details are incomplete but indicate a government weather bulletin style.

Tleymann Co

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