Notable Figures Highlight Historic Ties Across Nations
A fragmentary note recalls elder states and great leaders across Japan and the United States, praising their enduring influence on international relations and mutual respect between nations.
08 Sep 1905
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1905
Page
1
A fragmentary note recalls elder states and great leaders across Japan and the United States, praising their enduring influence on international relations and mutual respect between nations.
Reports detail a massive Calabrian earthquake destroying towns and nearly wiping out a district. Dozens are dead or crushed, with many injured as wells and buildings collapse. Residents flee ruined villages as aftershocks continue and rescue efforts struggle to count the dead.
An Assoc Press dispatch from Sept notes Chinese leaders extend felicitations to President Roosevelt and praise his aims to end hostilities and foster peace. It highlights hopes for stable Manchurian regions, lasting welfare, and continued cordial U.S.-China friendship.
A racing car on the Atlantic City beach course veered off course and crashed while attempting a record run. Two companions were thrown from the vehicle. one suffered a back wound from flying steel while another escaped serious injury. Walter Jones helped Christie yank the car to safety in soft sand.
Are nour Car claims ICC has no jurisdiction over its refrigeration charges and refuses status as a common carrier or agent for a railroad, aligning with the Santa Fe Refrigerator dispute. This denial was filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission on September 8 in Washington D C.
The state fair board of agriculture reports heavy activity at the grounds. Workers have fixed buildings and prepared pens and stalls for hundreds of exhibitors. The horse show and other displays are being readied for the upcoming sessions on Saturday and Sunday.
Berlin reports rising cholera cases with 93 new infections and multiple deaths. Authorities issue constant cautions and placards urging sanitation and isolation as Hamburg and other towns record fresh cases and high fatality rates.
A 30 year old man died after being struck by a St Paul passenger engine near Fond du Lac Wisconsin. Witnesses recall the whistle warnng was sounded but he did not step back onto the track. The coroner’s inquest will reconvene the following Monday to pursue testimony.
A Northwestern report notes no action will be taken in the libel case against Charles Pfister and associates as Milwaukee defendants await their answer unless unforeseen contingency arises. George Lines of the firm Tee and Quaries states no further steps have been planned. Rosie’s statement about the Free Press is referenced.
Fred Hunter, described as a 21eround from Chicago, was arrested in Milwaukee for the murder of Paul Langen shot at his home during an attempted robbery. Hunter is held on murder and burglary charges with property allegedly found in his possession. He traveled from Milwaukee to Chicago by boat after remaining in the city until Tuesday night.
Testimony before a Senate committee showed salaries of New York Life Insurance Company officers rising over years, with president John A. McCall reportedly earning 100000 per year. Details covered syndicate profits from bond issues and the company’s indirect gains from war bond subscriptions amid ongoing insurance probes.
AP reports from San Francisco that after signing of articles three days earlier the Britt Nelson bout will not be winner take all. The agreed split is sixty percent to the winner and forty percent to the loser with no side set at ten thousand dollars. Details from late last night indicate the fighters will share receipts by this formula.
An opening session of the second annual retrgited Suaish War Veterans gathering opened with delegates aiming to elect officers and decide the next reunion location. The ladies auxiliary met at nine o clock to handle committee reports and officer ballots amid plans for broader congress matters.
Reports from Associated News outline new cases of fever in New Orleans since 6pm and rising totals. Natchez also reports fever cases with deaths increasing to twenty six as authorities note ongoing transmissions.
A report from Chicago via Allied Press notes a theft of silks worth thousands in the bars and a broad sweep of similar thefts across at least twelve Illinois towns amid recent severe weather. The forecast calls for warmer conditions in the west with variable winds as a period of more settled weather approaches.
Minneapolis chosen as next year’s national encampment site amid little opposition. James Tanner and Robert B Brown led rival camps. vote tense with canvassing and demonstrations as candidates campaigned across the fronts. Dallas was also noted in the process with others seeking selection.
A battered clipping notes a former trustee is imprisoned after a conviction tied to misdeeds, with the cost of the case and incarceration highlighted. The piece mentions an appointed trustee and ongoing public interest in the aftermath of the scandal.
A fragment reports a possible murder involving T. A. Grinde and an unnamed Party member from Devis, Ariz. It notes a Piatteville man and a brother resting there, with summer travels by the Gulf of Antenniv. The garbled text references schools and locations but lacks clear details.
By Associated Press. Tokio reports a quiet night with no serious disorder. However a disturbance occurred at Kahne where the statue of Marquis Ito was dragged from its pedestal and dragged through the streets last night.
Constantinople has answered minister Leishman’s provost regarding Ghinkis Vertanian an American citizen condemned to death at Stamboul The reply cites Article Four of the naturalization laws stating that Osmanli subjects who become foreign citizens without the Turkish government’s consent are not considered foreigners upon returning to their homeland.
Pfister, Milwaukee banker and newspaper owner, files suit for 500.60 against District Attorney Francis McGovern, Assistant D A Henry Cochems, and D. Goff with others. The complaint says a two year party faction feud in Wisconsin pits Pfister against the named officials in their official capacities.
Mrs. Griffith Roberts announces the death of Mrs Mary Stevens Roberts wife of Grinth Roberts former resident here She died Thursday September 7 aged forty nine The funeral will be Sunday at two at William Hughes home Racine NEON funeral coverage notes the late Mrs George Stevenson service at Vine Street residence with Rev George E Farnam and choir The bearers include Fred Bedger H Bartlett John Clements C M Decker J E Williamson H B Cameron Attending from out of town listed among many and includes C Fiss Berlin Fiss family and local clergy The deceased is survived by a wife and five children Mary Attia Gina and Charles R L Fiss Also listed are various relatives and attendees from multiple Wisconsin towns
The War Department orders criminal proceedings against Morris Busch, contractor, and Robert Charlton, inspector, for conspiracy to defraud the United States by delivering inferior caps and gauntlets at Schuylkill Arsenal. Secretary Oliver demands contract forfeiture and replacement of inferior goods, with broader depot inspections and stricter bid scrutiny.
The census office reports cotton growth through September 1, 1905, at 469 500 bales counting roward bales as half bales, compared with 384 921 for the prior period, signaling a substantial rise in production.
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