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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1925
Page
1
An executive, welcomed by a large audience, addressed the region’s convention, urging tolerance and unity while stressing subordination to authority. He reflected on World War tensions, demobilization, and the rise of intolerance, receiving applause as the march and review commenced.
Seventy year old Wis man John McCann confessed to fatally shooting Mrs Eta Ward Boe in a lonely cabin on the shore of Boahy Lake. He told Douglas County authorities the incident occurred after an argument and that he was shot at his left arm in the struggle before fleeing with the weapon.
A staunch cold wave sweeps Wisconsin and the Midwest driving temperatures down to near freezing and lower. Snow and sleet fall in Nebraska Iowa Ohio and Minnesota while Sioux City reports 35 degrees and Chicago forecasters warn of continued frigid conditions. The weather disturbance spreads from the northwest toward the Central Plains as open water freezes and migratory patterns shift. The storm brings several inches of snow in parts of the region including Ainsworth and Stour City with temperatures plunging and schools and activities facing disruption.
Oshkosh residents are urged to get on the air this evening as selections by the Ostkess American Fegton drum corps will be broadcast. Reports mention WOAW and KOHL stations and expected special broadcasts. George Criftendes joined today at St Lome.
Rome October 24. The Italian debt renegotiation mission to the United States has definitively decided to sail from Naples aboard the steamship Semmer Dito. The finance minister leads the delegation and other members join the voyage.
New London reports Cosmo Divers attempted entry into a sunken submarine but could not penetrate the hull. Five divers entered the torpedo room and found no deceased crew, according to a post at the submarine base.
The Chicago Tribune reports officials defend the airmail system amid questions about siting and latency. Officials cite 500 letters of praise from major Chicago banks and firms, claim the system operates at capacity nightly, and deny rumors of typical delays.
The governor refused extradition for John Sovetsky amid a years long case alleging he operated a fence for stolen goods. Prosecutors advised dismissal for want of prosecution after multiple appeals to return him to Wisconsin. The irregular proceedings followed in Green Bay where thousands of dollars of merchandise were stolen and linked to Sovetsky's shop.
Barbara La Marr suffers two breakdowns and collapses during a stage event, prompting physicians to advise rest. She will take a temporary retirement from acting to regain strength and vitality after the incident.
Wally Toad of Baby Alien and Dr Muehthaus seek aid from Senator Irvine and Senator Le Follette with several congressmen showing interest. Loyalties from various groups rally to plead for intervention to prevent deportation of the 7 year old daughter who joined her parents after leaving Germany. Immigration officials say no action possible until quotas allow, but supporters persist seeking a solution to reunite the family and permit the child to remain in the country.
At the seventh annual convention, International Printing Pressmen Union leader Bers urged the AFL and Legion to unite to address America’s people’s problems. He praised organized labor for backing compensation reform immigration limits and Woodrow Wilson memorials while warning against communist and soviet influences and pledging support for organized labor’s stance against challenges to American government.
Ottawa obituary notes the death of 53 year old Doctor De Celies a member of the FOyee se clery of Canada and chevalier of the Lesson of Honor He served as general librarian of the Canadian Parliament and was famed as a journalist and political writer with extensive inputs to politics and public discourse.
An address by President Glenn Frank of the University of Wisconsin in Madison stirs debate among local groups over constitutional fidelity and the stance of Athenians toward it. The speech, quoted in a Milwaukee club letter, questions if Washington and Jefferson would endorse modern reforms, warning against eroding foundational institutions.
United Press reports Omaha Colonel William Mitchell asks the American Legion to back creation of a national defense department with army navy and air force subdepartments. Rep Frank R. Reid urges Legion aid for Col Mitchel l's court martial defense, asking for legal committee witnesses and evidence.
An Associated Press report from Todianxpelis Indiana states a grand jury returned an indictment charging conspiracy to commit Zel cay against former Ku Klux Klan chief Earl Klinck and Earl Gentey. The Marion County grand jury was overseeing a fire at Stephenson's home.
The Inter-Parliamentary Union delegates from Britain Japan and other nations backed demilitarized zones and reduced armaments and urged the United States to lead moral disarmament efforts. They debated removing customs barriers to defend frontiers and promote European peace and cooperation.
Berlin prepares for annual Christmas Gras festival tonight with bands, decorations, and crowds. A special train from nearby cities brings sisters and guests, with a parade along Main Street led by the Oshkosh Elks drum corps awaiting a late-night program.
Two enginemen were killed in a collision between a Southern Pacific passenger train and a freight train in the yards at Sparea last night. Officials and witnesses described the wreck as severe with several other persons injured. rescue and salvage crews worked as details remained incomplete.
First shipment of gold from England to the United States since the export ban is scheduled to arrive for the Seaboard National Bank of New York. The shipment totals 215000 pounds sterling and reinforces post ban trade reopening.
The Shipping Board accepted the resignation of Leigh Palmer from the position of head of the fleet. Elmer Crowley of Boston was banned from succeeding him. The action, part of broad fleet changes, included a general reshuffle and was announced by officials.
Admiral Donald MacMillan, head of the Macchest Navy Arctic expedition, returned aboard the ship Peary and said dirigibles offer better exploration prospects than airplanes for Arctic work. He aims to return next year to study Norse ruins in Labrador and to establish aviation bases for future patrols. The voyage yielded scientific data despite not meeting all flight goals.
In Locarno Switzerland observers note a tense mood as Germany presses for concessions in exchange for arbitration treaties, including recognition of foreign troops to cross borders and entry into the League of Nations. Gustaf Stresemann falls ill delaying a morning session of the conference.
Associated Press reports in Nashville that a preliminary motion to strike Scopes exceptions was filed by John T. Scopes' lawyers before the state Supreme Court in Henrico. The court allowed time for the prosecution to respond, and a decision is expected on whether the scientific testimony should be admitted. Weather notes indicate mostly clear conditions in the northeast and mild temperatures elsewhere.
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