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Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1916

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Roosevelt Attacks Wilson in Fiery Memorial Address

In a vitriolic speech Roosevelt assails President Wilson over preparedness and munitions policy. He accuses Wilson of words without deeds and denounces pacifists while pressing for stronger national defense and military service. The former president singles out Bryan and Ford and warns against political gains from rhetoric.

Wilson Yarsee Mrpheo Pickwickian Oyster Bar Cali Roscoveltina Bryan Ford

President Begins To Get Lire On Politics

Fragmented text outlines a political campaign with mentions of President, Independent delegates, and campaign activities at a headquarters in Long Branch New Jersey. The readable fragments suggest discussions of merchants, industries, and cooperative efforts amid electoral processes.

Partive Mans sBy Unite Heten Hart Deremus Mpaign

Knife Thrown at Roosevelt Found at Last in St Louis

A knife thrown at President Roosevelt was recovered during a St Louis visit. Colonel criticized German American activities and urged America for Americans while praising patriotism of immigrants. About 96 people gathered at Planters Hotel for the benefit where the colonel spoke of neutrality and loyalty.

Roosevelt Emtten Sa Virriot America Planters Hotel John S. Leaney Moses St. Louis

Declarations of War Leaders Threaten Peace Hopes

United Press reports on statements by Premier Asquith Beland and Premier Belau that no peace is possible while England France and allies fail to secure decisive victories. German officials in Berlin echo the stance, insisting on continued offensives and the entrenchment of war aims.

United Press Asquith Nglank Germany Tisex Hungarian Unheg England France Utinka Ubey Beland Kodzianke Ruasvia Dima Kuskia Berlin

Knife found during Memorial Day parade in Kansas

Police report describes a knife recovered after the parade incident. A sergeant stated the weapon had a blade about an inch and a half long with a handle. The suspect reportedly picked up the knife following the event and fled the scene.

Kansas Ronsetti Paiteiman Knive

Report on Taycheedah reform school delayed

An Associated Press note states no report on Taycheedah women's reform school will be presented to the governor by tomorrow. Officials say several sections remain under consideration as protests persist against abandoning the camp and land drainage plans.

Tomorro Tay Mack Teiay Mack

Conductor Shot During Robbery Attempt in Milwaukee

Henry Seeherst, conductor on an Interurban car of the Milwaukee Electric Railway, was shot by a bandit during a robbery attempt last Saturday night. The bandit remains at large and Seeherst dies of his injuries in Milwaukee.

Roosevelts Gun Charge Hits Hughes in Chicago Fight

A heated Chicago confrontation centers on whether Hughes or Roosevelt leads the fight. Reports say George von L. Meyer and others push a pro prep squad in Republican circles while suffrage activists pressure for planks in the platform.

Suffrage Parade Plans and Party Convention Notes

National Woman's Suffrage Association arrives in Chicago to push suffrage planks while denying a separate party. Maud Younger to give keynote at the Woman's Party convention starting June 5. A large parade is planned for June 7 with thousands expected. Also reports deny Hilles telephoned Justice Hughes. Progressive convention attendees include Roosevelts and Robinsons. Democratic convention figures and future leadership discussed.

National Woman's Suffrage Association Chesgo Mrs. Catt Congressional Union Maud Younger San Francisco Woman's Party Grant Park Hilles Associated Press Chicago Charles D. Hilles Nations Repub Jlican Committee Tadar Justice Hughes Hitchcock Max Theodore Hoosevelt Colonel'j Ltouglas Robinson New York Robinson Douglas Rubinson Theodore Keostvel Monroe Rubin-i Wonel Joseph Alsop Alsop Tie Lepywenbheof — Cinvinnau

Two Women Rescue Child From Milwaukee Fire

Aged woman Helen C. Romaeka rescued her invalid mother and nurse Miss E. M. Schwartz saved Dr. W. C. T. White's infant daughter when a blaze broke out at the Roseleaf apartment building on Grand Avenue Milwaukee on May 31. Firemen extinguished the flames with little damage done.

Milwaukee United Press Wis Roseleaf Grand Avenue Helen C. Romaéka E. M. Schwartz W. OC. T. White

Milwaukee Chamber Plans No Session on Saturday

The Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce will adjourn for preparedness. The Associated Press notes a likely group of Milwaukee businessmen will travel to Chicago for a demonstration, reflecting regional readiness.

Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce The Assecated Press Chamber Milwaukee Chicago

Stoughton Man Injured in Auto Truck Crash

Janesville Wis May 31 William Lewton of Stoughton was seriously injured shortly after midnight when his automobile struck a culvert while traveling with a companion at an unknown rate of speed.

United Press Janesville Wis William cLewton Stoughton

State Attorney Ruling on Corporate Board Powers

A state attorney ruling clarifies that a corporation's board of directors may be granted powers by its bylaws or charter, with no draft required for adoption. The decision addresses governance authority and formal action needed to confer such powers on the board.

Sociated Press Madison

German offensive struggles to hold foothold near Caurettes

German storming efforts in Caurettes wood and Pontac Ordin area push a wedge into Allied lines west of the Taotment as Austrian and German forces claim gains while Italian positions near Arsiero hold after heavy attacks. French and German clashes continue near Verdun with brushwood clearances noted.

Associated Press Yesterdas Caurettes Weard Cumieres Chattancourt War Office Carnettes Wood Upper Alsace Seppys

Funeral for James J. Hill Crowds Lakeside Home

Funeral services for the late James J. Hill were held at his Summit avenue residence in St. Paul with thousands lining the street and hundreds admitted inside. The body then moved to North Oaks farm for burial on Pleasant Lake shore. Rev. Thomas J. Gibbons delivered the sermon and a Catholic burial rite was read.

Voy St. Paul Minn Kate James J. Hill Mr. Hill Summit Avenue Lees Isiness North Oaks Farm Pleasant Lake Briep George HK. Fairclough

Orpet Jury Nearing Completion in Lake Forest Case

Josephine Day reappeared in Lake Forest as jurors in the Orpet case near selection. State's Attorney Darrow hopes final four jurors are chosen tonight with tempting progress toward a verdict by tomorrow. Judge Charles Donnelly expresses hope for speedy permanent jurors. defense denies McCormick funding claims.

Vhia United Press Waukegan Josephine Marian Lambert Wummes Orper Lake Forest Dadr Cnaries BH Donnelly Orpet Crtus HH McCormick

Telegraphers Strike Threat Looms as Mediation Talks Open

A federal mediator in New York reported progress on May 31 in negotiations between the Commercial Telegraphers Union and telegraph companies. The dispute centers on demands for reduced hours and wages, with parties hopeful a solution can avert a nationwide strike on the eve of potential action.

New York Associated Press Wpicon Vompao

Missing Youth Recovered After Railroad Work Disappearance

A fourteen year old boy who vanished three years ago while working on a railroad section near Conderas in Minnesota has been found by his mother and brother. He appeared yesterday and returned home after being identified through notices in local papers. He gave no reason for leaving and was absent about two weeks prior to discovery.

Aikan Wilson United States Belgium Ptesigenit Alercantile Conderas Ander St Minn

War leaders pledge unified drive against the enemy

The report cites a London statement by the head of the Brith and former British army officers vowing a united wartime effort. It emphasizes resolve under Winston Churchill with plans for intensified operations and coordinated leadership against the foe.

London Winston Churchill

Ashland Carpenter Ends Life With Rifle Trigger

Ashland Wisconsin May 21 William Lendall a carpenter shot himself through the heart last night using a stick to push the trigger of his rifle His wife and child had left him a week ago Six months earlier his brother James was murdered on a farm near Mellen by being shot through the heart.

Associated Press Ashland Wis William Lendall James Mellen

Royal Neighbors Event Planned at Woodman Mall

Tomorrow a Royal Neighbors gathering at Woodman hall Algoma Street features school of instruction subordinate officer training and a class adoption of about 50 candidates. Supreme and state officers will lead sessions with a question box, pennant drill, and ritualistic work, followed by supper at Tremont hotel and initiation proceedings.

America Woodman Hall Algoma Street Allpreme Tremont Hotel M. Ton Milwaukee Edna Patterson Frose Walthers

Wisconsin Day Banquet Inspires Oshkosh Officials

The Wisconsin day banquet at Fass Boygan Monday drew praise from Paul Redemann secretary of the Oshkosh Merchants and Manufacturers association who attended a meeting of Wisconsin commercial secretaries in Chase. He said telegrams of congratulation were read from governors of 35 states and from President Wilson and Badgers. The group planned a February meeting for a second annual industrial and commercial congress in Madison.

Wisconsin Paul Redemann Oshkosh 3Terchants and Manufacturers” Association Chase Madison Redemann Wilson Oshkosh

McAdoo and Williams Cleared in Riggs Bank Case

Washington officials secretary of the treasury McAdoo and comptroller John Skelton Williams were found not to conspire or persecute Riggs National Bank officials. Justice McCoy dismissed all complaints except a $5 000 interest retention by the treasury on bonds due the bank. The money was withheld to offset fines for failure to provide bank reports.

McAdoo Williams United Press Washington, D. C Secretary of Treasury John Skelton Willams Riggs National Bank Justice McCoy District Supreme Court Riggs Treasury

Pere Marquette Steamer Sold to Nova Scotia Interests

The Pere Marquette steamship, operating between Milwaukee Ludington and Manistique, has been sold after eight years of service. It will be used on the Bay of Fundy by Sydney Nova Scotia interests, the Pere Marquette company announced.

Bay of Fundy United Press Milwaukee Wis Ludington Manistique Mieh Sydney Nova Scotia Pete Marquette Company Bar of Fundy

Matters Baby to Hospital Yoked by Woman Claim

A dispute arises over a baby taken to a hospital by a woman claiming to be the mother while another claimant insists she is the real mother. The case focuses on custody and legitimacy amid competing claims.

Jedse Landis Ft. United Prees Candis

Durango Skirmish Kills Four Bandits and Captures Six

Jacinto Trevino, commandant at Durango, reports four bandits slain and six captured following a skirmish with Carrasca men. The notice cites dispatches received today from Ges. Li Herrera at Parral.

Skirmied Associated Press Durango Tren Jacinto Trevino Ges Li Herrera Parral

Named Exchange Professor Delivers History Lecture

A Massachusetts event features a distinguished professor delivering a history lecture at a college in Reinittal. The program includes a focus on early vintages and notable figures in the field.

Sale of road approved for 2.59 million dollars

Federal justice Jade Landis affirmed the sale of the Chicazo and Milwaukee railway to the reorganization committees for 2,590,000 dollars. Earlier he had said he would defer approval pending receipt of all attorney claims.

Jade Landis United Press Wk HL Jutze Landis Caicazo & Milwaukee Railway Dar

Farmer Drowns In Creek Near Greenbush

Emanuel Mahnke, a farmer near Greenbush Wisconsin, fell into eighteen inches of water in a creek today and drowned. He had earlier fallen from a ladder and had seemed unwell. Authorities say he became dizzy before the accident.

United Press Sheboygan Wis Emanuel Mahnke Green i Bush Len

Carranza presses for U S troop withdrawal in Mexico

A new Carranza note delivered to the U S state department urges the removal of American troops from Mexico, arguing withdrawal would prove Washington’s nonbelligerent stance and reduce incursions. The missive, signed by Foreign Minister Aguilar, cites raids like Glenn Springs and Boguila as preventable with troop withdrawal.

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