21 May 1907
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1907
Page
1
Prompt responders provide swift help as passengers are rescued in a rapid aid operation. Officials confirm successful evacuation and safe recovery of all aboard. The incident highlights coordinated efforts among teams and emergency services.
The steamer Naomi burned off Michigan with four coal passers among the dead. One Detroit passenger fatally burned. fifty passengers and crew escaped by small boats. The ship, formerly the Wisconsin, was towed to port. a possible ballast-tank escape for the men remains uncertain. The loss is estimated at 235 600 dollars.
The San Francisco graft tale centers on Abe Ruet accused of mismanaging funds and resisting reform. A looming trial draws in Italian influence, city merchants, and reformers as Ruet pleads, while supporters cite his clean record and warn of political manipulation. The piece surveys public mood, court proceedings, and potential outcomes.
Passengers recount the Naomi fire thirty miles from Grand Haven as the freighter Nautical Naomi and the Crosby line steamer Kansas assisted in evacuations to Grand Haven. Survivors praise Captain, Steward, and Purser for bravery while recalling frantic scenes of passengers and crew.
Special from La Crosse reports William Hieckel aged forty nine died instantly while attempting to switch a 440 volt electrical device at the La Crosse Boller company works. He slipped and his hand touched brass blades sending the charge through his body. He had been employed by the firm for fifteen years.
Heavy frost swept eastern Kentucky last night damaging gardens and threatening to finish killing fruit crops as growers assess losses. Local reports from Lerington note widespread hits to orchards and fruit trees with potential long term effects on harvests.
In Boise Idaho on May 21 the jury venire was exhausted and Judge Ward adjourned the trial to Thursday afternoon to allow Sheriff Hadgin to assemble a new venire of sixty men. Nine remain from the old panel. five were excused for bias. Levi Smith was seated after extended questioning. Orric Cole was excused due to health concerns. Two others favored capital punishment or showed bias against innocence. Seven additional witnesses were named by the state.
Milwaukee dispatch reports La Crosse YMCA managers moving to erect a $160,000 building after a galleration last night. Plans to occupy the site by 1908, with foundations this year. Two thirds of La Crosse's voters backed the project, aided by workers and major donors including a $25,000 gift from W. W. Cargill. State Secretary Anderson assisted in campaign management.
A Wise cousin dispatch from Viroqua reports that over half of the winter wheat in the area has been killed by continued cold and frosty nights. Farmers say the harsh conditions over the past two months have wrought havoc on the crops.
In May, about 42,000 machinists went on strike seeking a ten percent wage increase and adjustments to the existing bounty schedule. The dispute centers on pay and benefits for workers in the industry, with significant potential impact on production.
The White City and the Bijou Amusement Company unite management to operate two resorts under one banner beginning Memorial Day. W S Campbell serves as president, W H Co Danforth as secretary treasurer and GM. The Western Vaudeville Association will supply hippo drome acts while existing Wonderland Milwaukee attractions are planned to return.
Concord N H May 21 A further postponement until Thursday May 23 was announced in the equity action by Mrs Mary Baker G Eddy against Calvin A Prye and several defendants to obtain an accounting of her property. The delay was due to the continued illness of Judge Robert N Chamberlin who would preside.
A general strike for an eight hour day, led by longshoremen and supported by workers on the electric railway, new aqueduct, Cuba Central railway, and other firms, is declared in Santiago. Strikers remain orderly as business slows and authorities assess the situation.
New York May 21 trial of Frederick A. Burnham president of Mutual Reserve Life Insurance Co. was delayed as he pleads illness and cites medical testimony showing he is unable to appear in court.
Associated Press reports President Van Cleave of the National Association of Manufacturers announces a $1,000,000 three-year plan to fight industrial oppression. A 35-member committee will explore funding methods while opposing union tactics and promoting a federation of manufacturers to support open shop policies. Names include Elliott Durand WH. Smith C. C. Heneh David Hy Pare ry Indiana HH. Miles William D Tallodge Wisconsin.
Carl Lehman aged 72 died at 40 Oregon a Street from dropsy after a year long illness. Survived by wife, daughter, and two sons. funeral plans not set. Isabel Lambrecht died at ten months from brain fever. funeral Thursday at 2 PM from 361 Wau- Roo Street. interment Riversida cemetery. John Staudacher funeral held at St Vincent de Paul’s Church with large attendance. interment Riverside.
A parade marked the opening of Oshkosh baseball season with thousands along Main and Hast Irving streets. The procession featured Oshkosh bluecoats, a band, Madison players, officials, and cars toward the ball park. Major John Baudernic to pitch, Maury Dowling chief of police, with weather favorable despite a cool breeze. Opening game to be against Madison at White River ball park with Converse pitching for Oshkosh and Malone catching. Madison to start Grimes with Leahy catching.
President Ndem P Sacd, Secretary Treasurer J Howard Jenkins, and treasurer TI S Mac Nichol were reelected by the Algoma Community Club board at President Sawyer’s office on Majin street with no opposition. The board approved extending clubhouse privileges to Lake Butte den Yachts club members and moving the club pier southwest with showers near the dock end. The course is now in mauvais shape, with many members using the clubhouse daily and gathering around the course.
Dublin May 21 A nationalist convention rejected the current Irish bill and adopted John Redmond’s resolution calling for home rule or nothing. It urged opposition to a half measure and pressed the British parliament to enact a native Irish parliament with executive power over domestic affairs.
Oshkosh Business College team defeated the Creacente 9 to 2 in the Amateur League at Oak and Bas streets. Spink pitched for the victors with Zlimierman on the other side. The Paul L steamer speed and local business notes fill the rest of the dispatch.
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