18 May 1903
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1903
Page
1
Report from Peking and St Petersburg notes tensions as Russia forbids Jewish emigration and arms, while the United States seeks to influence Manchurian trade and refugee flows. Officials debate possible diplomatic steps amid Anglo Japanese considerations and public press criticism.
Associated Press report dated May 18 describes Thomas Caltins a tramp arriving exhausted on a freight train. He begged for food then fainted at a wealthy home’s porch, fell onto an iron fence and was impaled. He was taken to city hospital. doctors call the injury dangerous given his weak condition.
A Crowed Croatian mob seized landowner Fedrocz at Kreuz Croatia during a May demonstration. They carried him to a church and forced him to swear to display the Croatian flag over his castle and oppose the government. They extorted a signed pledge not to claim damages for the castle.
General Dimines arrived May 14 and has withdrawn to back General West Gil for president and General De Champe for vice president. The decisive move eases tensions in San Domingo and improves the voting outlook, with elections now expected in June.
An automobile driven by Tr. Lewen veered from a New Jersey road to plunge into Lake Michigan near Ninety-Aty. The car skimmed the water before sinking eighty feet offshore. Lewen escaped by climbing to the car roof and was rescued after a rope was thrown to him. The vehicle was found largely undamaged.
An outbreak of a new insect pest threatening alfalfa and wheat across the Gila region prompts dire warnings from the experiment station. Researchers report the green stink bug attacks parlor and milk, causing potential cream and grain losses. immediate cropping precautions are advised to avoid damage.
Labor Day passed with little public disturbance as work continued normally in Musgian areas. Infantry and Cossacks kept order while authorities arrested numerous agitators after Social Democrats urged demonstrations.
The Mississippi River rose sharply in Lacrosse Wis and Winona Minn, surrounding lower city areas with floodwaters. In Lacrosse residences faced inundation as traffic and farm routes were cut off, while Winona reported eleven and nine tenths feet above low water, with warnings that the worst may be over unless heavy rains persist.
George Davis of Neenah logged a thirteen mile run from Oshkosh to Neenah in thirty eight minutes with a racing type machine, a potential regional speed record. W H Reza, also of Neenah, joined him in the Oshkosh to Neenah trip. Local auto enthusiasts expect further attempts as road conditions were not ideal. Hotel project plans reportedly target a 25000 dollar price, awaiting acceptable plans. Mrs Caroine Trilling, widow of Henry Trilling of Menasha, died at 65 after chronic illness. funeral set at St. Mary’s Church with interment at Ox Hill. The slot machine case against Frank Feoiki and Charles Schmitz adjourned for one week. defendants about fifteen years old. William Hesse of Neenah plans a mining property trip to the Yukon next month.
Reports from Liverpool state the Cunard liner Umbria arrived to detectives aboard but no arrests were made. Passengers learned of the dynamite affair only upon reaching Queenstown. A London arrest for false birth declaration concerns Mrs Gunnings Reaford, who faced Dew Street police court with bail refused.
The Arion band and orchestra met Sunday afternoon to act on the resignation tendered by Rugent Cart, manager of both groups. They refused to accept the resignation, and Cart agreed to withdraw it. Cart has served as manager of the Atlanta outfits for many years, and his duties are considered valuable.
The murder case of stepfather Sievers, linked to Clveland, saw a preliminary hearing in a justice court. Attorney Morse represented the state while McKenna and Gooding defended the accused as the judge remanded the matter to the circuit court for further action.
Bridgeport reports a day of unrest as sheriffs prepare to swear in 100 extra deputies and state aid may be invoked. Cars on the Barnum line were not moved amid rioting, with arrests and bonds posted as police seek order plus a police commissioners meeting to decide protection.
In municipal court Miss Slice Downey of Wankan fainted on the stand while testifying against Charles Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick bound over for May 26 on bonds. John McDonald arrested for drunkenness and disorderly conduct. A widowed mother dependent on her son faced charges. Charles Treichel charged with drunk and disorderly conduct, fined. Joseph Waller, an inmate, confined to the poorhouse, with return and preoccating noted. Police chief Dowling provided a photo of a suspect in a murder case. Rumors connect Gray and Sally as the same person. County women discuss preferred chicken varieties for Tax.
Berlin reports a Russian frontier guard was ambushed by Vernian robbers in a forest near Lennoran in Baku province. A Russian colonel and two non-commissioned officers died. The attackers looted Weruwul village. In April, an officer and eight soldiers were killed by Urigande in the same district.
Special to the Journal from Racine Wisconsin May 14 reports Chicago residents seeking quick marriage options. Court commissioner A C Judd would handle license applications for a fee, needing only one trip to Racine for the ceremony. Judd says Chicago ads and sales tactics could boost his business, likening it to patent medicine advertising.
In initial steps toward mutual benefit a local sick and accident association is formed by Winnebago Traction Company employees. H J Weed endorses. motormen and conductors participate. Manager Downs offers two physicians. members contribute monthly. Leaders include President Eugene Clark and Vice President John Jentz.
Continental baseball team traveled to Green Bay Sunday and suffered its first defeat of the season 13 to 6. A crowd of 1,599 witnessed Green Bay win, with Oshkosh claiming Collins’ arm injury altered the game in the sixth inning. It ended Oshkosh 6 and Green Bay 15.
In Burton Ohio, Boughton Ford & Co closed recently and asked for a scheme of assets in U S district court. Reported assets amount to 118.00 with liabilities listed. The showing is better than expected and if assets realize, about 2300 depositors may be paid soon.
Governor Hunt Capain Crabbe and Colonel Buchanat have returned from a short camping trip in the mountains. The governor shows improvement from his owling. Important decisions on the Mayaguez landings, primary destination, and ster frubile bestness are anticipated this week.
May 18 in De Chile reports a boundary gap between Chite and Rolivia has been resolved by a friendly agreement. Officials say the border gap will be marked and mutual visits will ease. Local observers expect stable relations and continued cooperation.
New York reports two men detained by coroner orders after Hirsch Ciesman, a bakery worker, was found strangled in a cellar. The scene showed a gas fixture, veil, and signs of savage violence. Motive linked to bakery owner disputes. placement of the crime suggests revenge. Poison bottle case in Cincinnati involves Dailey and Burbank with significant leads toward Mrs. McCormick's possible murder charge.
The New German American Bank plans a grand Main Street location after purchasing 73 and 71 Main Street from Charles W. Radford for 2,500. The Boston store will be remodeled with a white stone front and large fluted columns. Interior updates include a steel vault, a grand lobby, and a new front. The bank will move from Malin and Otter streets to the new site next December or January.
A partial extract describes a steel double track draw bridge across a river, involving Wisconsin Central and Milwaukee and staged with components from Wisconsin and other lines. The note references a total length and construction plan, with details to be finalized next week.
The Czar of Russia marked his thirty-fifth birthday with nationwide celebrations. Te Deums resounded in churches as towns and villages adorned themselves in the national colors, reflecting the characteristic Russian mood.
A meeting of the bridge committee with James McDonald of the Wisconsin Bridge and Tron company examined repairs for the Main Street bridge. The board considered a letter from the firm. some members questioned the bridge’s safety due to wooden construction. The North Park bridge bids are open at four. rival bids from American Bridge Company of New York and Wankestm Steel Construction of Waukesha are on file.
A Madrid dispatch reports an Algiers bullfight amphitheater collapsed yesterday killing twelve and injuring fifty. Several women and children were trampled as the arena organizers and emergency crews worked to aid the wounded.
Richard J. O'Hanlon, former Oshkosh Normal School graduate and Milwaukee teacher, recently found at Schutz Brewing Co desk. He declined interview but plans to resign teaching duties to begin clerical work, closing school duties first.
Mrs Anna Daesity of Black Wolf died Sunday evening at home aged sixty six. Funeral Wednesday at 1 30 from Everalesteal church in Black Wolf. Martin Schultz of Lake Street died Sunday evening of dropsy. Funeral Wednesday at 2 from his residence.
Rev J W Greensond plans an early annual vacation to Recheater M where his mother lives. He will be away late June and return to Oshkosh to resume pulpit duties in the summer months. Memorial services were held this afternoon by the Winnebago County Bar association at the courthouse for late attorney W W Quartermase. The service was introduced by John C Thompson with remarks from judges A H Gost C ix Cleveland G W Bernell John W Fiwene C Pallits Charlie Barter John Hartington F C Stewart A F E Thompson George Will Wass See Ballon of Beeste.
A meeting at the Garrick theater discussed the plan to establish a national art theater. Joseph Jefferson warned that forewarned editors must address subsidies, actor demands, and severe author criticism, arguing the drama is improving both commercially and artistically.
Miss Mabel Marsill, Miss Louisa Duncan, Miss Jenole Hofmans, and Miss Clara Howland were bicycling near Lake Hopatcong when a bull charged. They scrambled into a tree and hid among low branches for nearly two hours as the bull trampled their bicycles nearby. The incident involved visiting New York women and occurred on May 18.
In New York Miss Minnie Bummer died at her home after laughing heartily at a funny story. As the tale amused friends, she continued laughing until her head bowed forward and she died within minutes.
King Edscard hosted the third levee at Gucking nom palace with Ambassador and other United Hates embassy members in attendance during May 11 events.
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