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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1908
Page
1
Fragmented notes describe long filibusters by Senator La Taveney and others, with Clay Bacon Gore and Bigne among those speaking. The piece notes night sessions and looming votes as the filibuster era continues in Washington.
At the general conference Rev. Dr A B Leonard retained as secretary of the board of missions after a vote of 371 to 235 over Homer Stuntz. Rev. Dr Thoma Gent of Dakota was elected secretary of the new board of education to be based in New York City. Reverend P F Maveety was named secretary of the Former Board of Education Free and Freedmen Aid with additional duties.
A report from the Associated Press describes James Hargis attempting suicide while in jail. He reportedly used morphine in a bid to kill himself as he faced murder charges connected to the death of Judee James Hargis.
The jury in the Theodore S. Whitmore murder trial reported inability to reach a verdict after hours of deliberation. They were discharged by the court with the possibility of retrial expected next fall, according to Prosecutor Vickers.
President Roosevelt and thousands of Washingtonians joined Memorial Day ceremonies. Arlington and national cemeteries held services while a parade of military units and patriotic groups passed. Senator Esch and other speakers addressed mourners as wreaths were laid on Sheridan’s monument and at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
An Associated Press note reports defamation of character allegations linked to an American consul referenced in the Daily Mail and European Paris edition coverage. The publications, including The Lawpally and Europée editions, discuss the matter in connection with recent reporting.
Unclear but suggests a Congress reassembly after city exodus fears. Mentions 205 members present, exceeding the required quorum, and continuation of services for three Department of Justice employees involved in defending Indian interests.
An Associated Press report from Chicago May 20 notes a £950000 gift for a Northwestern University gymnasium, donated by James A Patten, a key figure in corn speculation. The announcement was made at Northwestern’s convocation in Fick Hall, amid cheering students.
Peter Byerberg, twenty two, was found dead early morning on a downtown street with a head wound and hay torn around him. Police suspect possible poisoning or suicide, with inquest planned and coroner's jury panelled as investigators review the case. Some evidence points away from suicide despite alcohol concerns.
The report centers on Thaw and Judge Dowling with debate over Thaw's paranoia and mental state. It notes Dowling’s cautious stance and questions about Thaw’s ability to stand trial, suggesting opinions on his insanity and potential recovery or release.
Amid stormy weather veterans and delegations gathered to decorate graves of fallen Yalen and American comrades. Generals Lawton and others were remembered as marines and staff marked the 226 marines honored in a solemn ceremony in Oklahoma.
Thomaz Milarinette Gas Enso Licishte and others were found guilty in Bethea's court of promoting an alleged stock fraud. Monroe and MMdr reportedly lured twenty eight sales agents to invest in the company stock, promising large returns. After investments were made the funds were frozen and men allegedly avoided repayment.
Harvard defeated Cornell by about ten lengths in the annual boat race on the Charles River. Harvard time 10 47, Cornell 11 24. Advances noted for Intercollegiate championships with Penn State, Yale, Princeton, Michigan and others in finals prospects. Weather favorable though rain earlier. race shortened under a mile and seven-eighths due to conditions. Harvard led by Sargent at stroke, weight advantage noted.
Thirty six holes of golf split morning and afternoon play amid junior and Dixie cup contests with A. H. Mallory and W. B. Tishenor. Harlem River Regatta in New York features sixty entries across seventeen events with juniors, eights and veteran singles racing on the Mortem river.
Mrs. Perest Felépla of Brooklyn shot John Mero after claiming he tried to assault her six year old daughter. Medical aid failed and Mero died at the scene. Felépla said two other men and two girls were involved in an extortion plot against families.
Mr W R A Lane a noted newspaper man writer and critic died in Denver Colorado last night at age forty six from tuberculosis a widow and young child survive in New York City. Leo Ely of Neenah Wisconsin aged twenty six died recently at home on River Street from heart failure a wife survives him and a military funeral is set for nine oclock from the Catholic church with services at the house at eight thirty.
Spencer Nebraska May 36 William J Bryan started the second day of a Nebraska tour with a Memorial address at Spencer before departing for O Neill. In Lincoln on May 34 T S Ahce chairman of the Democratic state central committee denied a report that twenty thousand dollars had been contributed to Bryan campaign funds.
Oshkosh and Freeport baseball teams began a planned doubleheader at 2:20 p.m. Despite rain around 2:38 p.m. a large crowd of over 1,000 attended as OH worked to dry the diamond and salvage at least one game.
The passage compares Greenland’s vast area to New York State, noting New York covers about 47,409 square miles, roughly one twentieth the size of Greenland. It suggests lands are shifting and implies a distant, unusual scene about the globe and human perception.
A foreign press recap notes the Wright brothers and early aviators in the race for speed and distance with a Britain France Belgium Germany tied to balloon contests in London. It mentions a 3 241 meter aeroplane run and balloon flights carrying passengers from Hurlingham in a light breeze amid international flags.
Summary of today’s doubleheaders across the National and American Leagues with rain delays and postponed games. Pittsburgh and St Louis posted multiple scores while Boston and Washington had mixed results. New York and Philadelphia games were postponed in the American League and several Eastern League matchups also noted.
The Memorial day parade halted at the Oshkosh oval school around 2:30 PM and turned back toward Universite cemetery. Officials announced cemetery exercises and the Memorial day ad would likely be held Sunday.
A grainy weather page notes a possible storm system moving in from the west. Forecasters warn of unsettled conditions through tonight and Sunday with temperature changes and possible rain.
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