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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
1
The article reports Takahira stating Japan means well in reference to the Hague Conference and a broad international platform. It highlights hoped measures at the conference, emphasizing arbitration and cooperation in inter nation affairs as nations discuss limits on war and labor issues.
Karas City Missouri May session reports insurance rates advanced for the order. The convention will elect officers for the coming year as higher costs were deemed to outpace previous rates. The organization faces increased expenses and seeks to adjust pricing accordingly.
A legislative move in the province seeks to tax large land holdings more heavily, targeting ownership of over 44 acres. The measure was supported by factions favoring higher wealth taxes, with the governor expressing backing for the plan amid the ongoing budget discussions.
Wisconsin's representation at the National Republican Convention is noted with names and affiliations. The item highlights delegates from state Republican organizations and their anticipated influence at the gathering.
South Bend Ind May James Brimmingstall forty is under arrest at Dowagiac Mich about twenty miles from South Bend police say the suspect confessed to murdering six men his wife escaped and appealed for protection the motive and third party involvement are under police scrutiny the prosecutor indicated the wife may testify against him as authorities pursue further examination and possible warrants from Kansas Missouri and other states
A commerce department bulletin shows Portland as second in U S wheat exports for ten months ending April 9, with 1 108 214 bushels out of 3 506 501 total. New York tops the list with 97 74 bushels, followed by the combined Pacific coast and Philadelphia. Also notes church events and visiting locals including Mildred Hiley and Grant Mason with family in Portland.
Memorial observance on Sunday May 22 at the Weyauwega Methodist Church will feature Menorah services. Rev KE will preach.
An association organized by men connected with local churches in Sioux City is forming the Federation of Christian Brotherhood. The group plans a campaign starting immediately to close Sunday theaters pool rooms and skating rinks, aiming to influence local politics as a moral factor.
Associated Press reports Kansas City Mo opens general assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America. Mission and evangelical work are discussed alongside marriage and divorce. Aims include unity of Presbyterians and broader Christian harmony. Key remarks by Dr Mark A Matthews reflect spiritual aims. a special committee report and a popular Sabbath school meeting are planned.
The Western Unitarian conference closed in Chicago with officers elected led by President Morten D Hull. First vice president Rev Gorge A Thayer chaired. other officers include Charles A Ames secretary W M Backus treasurer Herbert W Brough and directors F F Temple R W Hanson Pulsford Fred W Hawley Morton D Hull S Odell and George Gebauer.
A Rembrandt signed canvas, long cataloged as by another hand at the Chicago Art Institute, is found to bear a faint Rembrandt signature. Owner Allison V Armour of New Jersey believes the work could be worth tens of thousands or more if authentic. The discovery may prompt further verification by institute officials.
Compere, an entomologist, arrived from the Far East, reporting success in using a parasite to curb pests in California orchards and Australia. He plans to release the parasite in Australia after delaying its wake to winter, aiming to control juice pests like the cabbage aphid and mealy bug. The method, developed over five years, faced prior sea travel barriers but promises sweeping reductions in crop damage.
In Pittburgh a group of Women’s Christian Temperance Union crusaders aided by special police chased a Japanese escort and a young girl from cafes to Fifth Avenue offices. One suspect was captured after a rooftop escape, while two couples and several other girls were detained. Traffic paused as the dramatic pursuit unfolded.
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