Oshkosh Day Draws Many Visitors at 1934 County Fair
Oshkosh residents and visitors packed the Winnebago county fairgrounds on Oshkosh Day. Officials estimated over 12,000 through the gates by 2:15 PM with packed stands and full parking across from the grounds. The day featured harness racing, saddle show, platform acts, fireworks, and a holiday atmosphere despite rainy odds. Farmers and residents from Winnebago and neighboring counties planned to enjoy the program as the 1934 fair showcased farm exhibits and premium displays amid improving weather.
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Two Bandits Rob Truck Driver on Highway 41
A morning holdup on Highway 41 near Valley Garden roadhouse north of Oshkosh yielded $200 to two men in a dark Ter raplane coach who stopped truck driver J. P. Straub and forced him off the road at 6:15. Straub and his brother Fred were held at gunpoint while the robbers, described as aged 25 to 28, fled toward Oshkosh in a dark car with both wielding revolvers. Straub reported to Neenah police. sheriff and officers investigated as more details emerged.
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Manitewoc
Edward C. Abell
Irving Stilp
Clarence Smith
Holdwest
Windle
Mysterious death investigation in Milwaukee area
Police probe unfolds after a woman’s body is found on the north side in a case described as mysterious. Investigators collect evidence and await autopsy results to determine cause and circumstances.
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Proclamation on Cheese Stickers Issued Worldwide
The state department of agriculture announced a proclamation concerning cheese stickers labeled oCheese at Any Time Ask for Wisconsin. The document notes distribution worldwide and outlines official policy.
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State nomine es notes for split precinct results
In the statewide race two precincts remain from 2 916. Lieutenant governor results show O Malley 119 544 and Johnson 63 549. Secretary of state Kiernan 718 eddy Krosier, Jardine tied. Treasurer Samp 104 975. General Sialis 99 741. Progressive nomination shows Caunderson 460132 Washburn 27 548. Bueuzer 2 age 22769. Rege Jarendna Carpenter 24 eneral Weis 49 465.
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Bueuzer
Dammannerege
Protest Ordered in Yugoslavia Campaign Obscure Mention
Protest orders surface around a Yugoslav campaign linked to local figures Reme Mentor and Lalian govern sh INTACT Sire ent adain. Readable fragments hint at civic action amid tangled references.
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Yugoslavia
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End Vets Protest Plundering in Public Discourse
A fragmented report notes veterans groups and the American Legion facing criticism over perceived graft and influence. Edward L. Hayes, national commander, is pressed for public responses by lawmakers, including D. Bakerine, amid questions about patriotism and organization conduct.
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No Breeze Delays Cup Race At Rainbow Speedway
The expected Newport stakes meet faced a delay as wind vanished and no breeze existed for the Rainbow Cup event. Defending champion and other racers awaited a restart as officials reviewed conditions and track safety.
Fragmented 1900s incident near woods ends in search
A stray child, 5 months old, was found near Richmond after wandering from home. Joseph Coulik of Pawtucket, a Civilian Conservation Corps member, aided by others, located the infant late at night near a marshy area and woods during a patrol.
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Joseph Coulik
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Civilian Conservation Corps
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Ten State Senators Renominated in Unclear Vote Scene
A fragmented report notes ten state senators renominated amid unclear exchanges. Names and places are obscured in the OCR, but references to Milwaukee, Iola, and a Republican context appear, with stray tokens suggesting a formal renomination discussion and possible party cues.
Fast Time Made in First Heats at Winnebago County Fair
George FE driven by Phryes won the first heat of the 2:17 pace at Winnebago County Fairgrounds posting a fast time. Peder Risero driven by Crippen placed second, Sandusky Maid driven by Woodie Williams third, The Piet driven by McNutt fourth, and Betty RiGosh noted as secretary. In the first heat of the second race the T14 flat Eleanor Vole driven by McNutt won as leaders Hayes Burnell and Jerry Phillips trailed. time for one heat was 7:13 with eight horses started.
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Crippen
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Piet
McNutt
Betty RiGosh
PG. Brown
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Supplies For Nome Are Meager In Fire Devastated City
Nome, Alaska faces meager food and fuel shortages after a devastating fire. City officials and business leaders estimate $3,000,000 in damages as relief work struggles to restore shelter and sustenance amid near freezing temperatures.
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Three Burned to Death in Grafton Fire
A deadly blaze in Grafton, TH.-UP, claimed the lives of three people. Fire officials reported intense flames and swift spread damaging multiple rooms as investigators work to determine the cause and identify the victims. Emergency crews battled the blaze for hours before it was contained.
Washington Ts Tag and the Unie Treatise Work Era Relay
A report notes continued leadership and authority to sustain a walkout style action, with emphasis on unity, functional power, and committee backing to extend the protest period. The piece reflects on organizational cohesion and strategic aims within the movement.
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Washington
Stones Fly as Maine Plant Strike Sparks Clashes
Reports from Waterville Maine describe a strike turning violent with stones thrown, windows shattered, and guards using gas to disperse a crowd of 3 000 to 4 000 workers and sympathizers. Four arrests were made, 600 guardsmen operated, and at least one death reported in related incidents in Georgia and North Carolina.
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Wisconsin primary results show incumbents renominated
Wisconsin voters renominated two congressmen in partial returns from yesterday’s primary. Mighac K Reilly and George W Blanchard led varied fields in the First district, with several Democrats and Progressives polling in the low thousands. In the Second district Charles W Henney ran unopposed for the Democratic nomination and John B Gay led Republicans with 9 337 votes. third district results listed Otto F Christenson among Democratic contenders and Harley A Martin among Republicans. Partial precinct reporting continued.
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Walter D. Corrigan
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Thomas R. Amite
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Ralph ¥. Brown
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Portage
John B. Gay
Charles A. Kading
Watertown
Harry Sauthert
Madison
Unclear Writeup on Showers and Weather Forecast
Fragmentary weather note from a North Dakota region mentions showers and cooler conditions tonight. Includes references to observatory data and wind, with garbled numbers and dates. exact location and details unreadable.
Wisconsin primary shows Schmedeman leads Democrats in vote total
In the Wisconsin primary, Gov Albert G Schmedeman won renomination for the Democrats by a large margin as the party gathered the largest total vote though a light turnout persisted. Meantime William B Rubin trailed with about 4 to 2, and Philip F La Follette swept the Progressive line for governor. Republican ticket saw Greene leading over Tittemore and other candidates.
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Howard T. Greene
A. G. Sehmedeman
Philip F. la Pollette
Wisconsin
Isha B. Chanp'c
John M. Callahan
Bal Follette
Kenneth Hopping
Milwaukee
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Francis E. McGovern
Robert M. la Follette, Jr
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