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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1908

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Edmonds Named After Three Ballots At Wisconsin Platform

Madison Wis Sept 28 The majority report of the committee was adopted after a three hour fight at the Republican state platform convention Edmon dman was elected as a leading figure and the convention adjourned The platform endorses Roosevelt era policies and supports direct election of U S senators and publicity of campaign contributions The debate centered on Wisconsin ideas tariff and the Mary Ann second choice primary bill with the minority report defeated by wide margins.

Committee On Resolutions Madison Wis John Strange Matison Theodore Roosevelt Chicago Willian H. Falr William Alatt James Sherman United States Davidson Wisconsin Mary Ann A. H. Dahl Morris and Owen John Birange Thomas Morris la Crosse Mary Anne Trinary Braneau Grand Rapids Notin Dtener Gilbert Taft Cumberson 8. W. Sanborn Ashland Sali Lavc H Tarlm Chicara Mer Sanborn Joe Cannon Sunbern Henry Kromrey Plymouth Thomas Reynolds Sheboygan Reynolds Morris Braveau Bran Miwaukee Edmonds Backus Cowling Genie Connor Lorenz Gebbe D. Morrie Congress James ©. Davidson Repubblican Publc Civil Service Forestry Commission Wiciconsin

Wisconsin Republicans Debate Tariff Planks and Chair Choice

Wisconsin Republican convention stalls over minority tariff plank with calls for immediate revision and a tariff commission. Senators Morris and Sanborn push two minority planks while voting for Edmonds as state chairman, amid tribute to William F. Vilas.

Davidson Wisconsin William F. Vilas Commonwealth Capitol Tomy Ontverstr

Harmonious party works shoulder to shoulder for ticket

A brief speech expressed belief that a harmonious party could unite from president to coroner for the Republican ticket. The convention adjourned sine die at 2 18 P M signaling end of proceedings.

Assaulted by a Cuban in Havana restaurant

J Cornell Tarlor, charge affaires of the American legation, was assaulted by a Cuban in Havana last night while dining with Capt. Granville Fortesque on Major Slocum’s Rural guard staff. The unprovoked attack left a cut above his right eye. the assailant escaped and several Cubans were involved.

Associated Press Havana J. Cornell Tarlor Legation Morkan Tarlor Granville Fortesque Major Slocum Heaven

Wisconsin Republicans Seek Primary Reform and Banking Safeguards

The Wisconsin Republican convention featured a majority report backing rail property valuation, campaign finance publicity, direct senatorial elections, and continued progressive laws under Gov. James Davidson. It endorses primary reform to curb factional control and calls for tighter banking oversight and a permanent tariff commission. The minority urges a majority-rule primary and tariff revision, criticizes monopoly-boosting protections, and proposes electing candidates by ranked choices.

Republican Party of Wisconsin Chloe Las United States Wwe Hibbs Hearn Uecket Hamilton Haine Oprion Jiamilion Mor Olka Republican Party Con

Three Children Drown Crossing Lake in Wisconsin

A rumor filled report states three children Ferd, Chiptoen, and Weisen were drowned after their boat capsized on Big Twin Lake near Fluvhlyy Wisconsin while crossing in heavy smoke from a forest fire. The vessel carried pulp plaster and is believed to have sunk after taking water.

Wis Chiptoen Atteen Ferd

Cholera Strikes High Society in St Peters Blag Spread

The outbreak reaches upper classes with twenty four cases reported in St Petersburg. Authorities fear escalation as royal officials and court circle are affected. disinfection and detentions halt travel while Germans face screening near the frontier.

Associated Presa BL Petersburg Peter Poeterhoft Alexiander Oldenburg Anny St Peterd Coniethor Neeliporenke Hamburg

Roosevelt Back To Work After Bryan Telegram

Washington dispatch reports President Roosevelt resumed official duties after delaying a response to William Jennings Bryan’s telegram. The White House prepared the rough draft of his message to Congress and planned to issue the reply later in the day. The Hankel incident and Bryan’s expected input dominated attention as Roosevelt readied the presidential missive.

Washington, T Hoosevell Loos Willion Atp Bryan Durtge

Energy in Republican campaign plan outlined at national meeting

Associated Press report from September discusses campaign energy measures for party support. President designated several officers and the executive committee to organize efforts, with four vice presidents assigned to regional sections to coordinate statewide activities.

Associated Press Pring Dapan Manjnees Offlcere Lawue Piaminemi Lee Aachil Watiers

Union-Made Beer Debate At Convention

In New York on September 24 the United Brewery Workers of America meet in convention and discussed a proposal to authorize investing lands of the oblong in breweries so union beer would be available during strikes. Union members faced shortages or nonunion beer and decided to refer the matter to the international executive board for decision.

Associated Press New York United Brewery Workers of America Pitabure International Executive Board

Desertion Cited in Nat Godwin Divorce Action

Nat Godwin faces a divorce suit filed by his wife Maxine Ferkiett, with desertion the cited ground. The wife is currently engaged in a theater engagement and declined further comment. Report notes earlier coverage on page nine.

Nat Godwin Philadelphia Nat Gonewin Tha Aetoy Neher Geertust Maxine Ferkiett Tad Heraclf Jos Rab

Forest fires checked after two months of damage

Ashland and surrounding areas saw a large forest fire bring broad devastation before last night August heat, but winds shifted and authorities report calmed conditions. Rates of destruction cited include extensive damage in Hawkins and nearby towns with several homes burned and crops scorched.

Associated Press Ashland Win Spooner Mason Hawkins Nord Marke Linaber Company Marsilim Marshfield Wie Morena Jatlee Douglas Coney Superior Douglas Dag Rais Chack Cadi Mid New Richmond Wis

Menasha Woman Heads Library Parade of Fox Valley

A Journal special reports on September 23 at the convention in progress where Miss Lucy Plesants of Menasha was elected president of the Fox River Valley Library Association. Miss Nora of De Pere became vice president, Miss Jawisha of Appleton was secretary, and Miss Dobh of Fond du Lac was chosen treasurer. Miss Suarns of the state library discussed the topic of the recent election problem.

Puoe Lucy Plesants Menash Fox

Thaw Attorney Dead and Other Obituaries

Fussell Peas, attorney in the Warry K. Phise case regarding Stanford White, died of pneumonia in Babylon New York. Barney B Potter of Milwaukee died at 72 from liver trouble after a career in state politics. The item notes a line about pessimism and the chair with a pin.

Associated Press New York E-A Fussell Peasbody Warry K. Phise Stanford White Babylon L. J Barney Potter Milwaukee Wis State Weet Bend Hetney

Taft Girds On Armor Joins The Fighters In Campaign

Republican candidate Taft begins three-day campaign swing by rail from Cincinnati to Chicago and other states. He attends a unique rally arranged by George Ade at his farm in Brook, Ind., featuring a barbecue, speeches, and entertainment. Thousands greet him along the route as he speaks on economic issues and prosperity.

Cincinnati Willam HH Chicago Brook Ind George Ade Hs Farm Whl Jironk Chicungwo Ben Taft Fargo Hazelden Ceorme Ade Dudze Taft Wiser De-Lyer Indiana Cincinnate Patto Hegkanbnar

Waupaca Fair Promises Spectacular Agricultural Shows

The Waupaca County Agricultural Association fair at Weyauwega features robust exhibits with cattle and horse divisions leading breeding progress. A longer gravity race and four to seven horse races enliven the program with many entries anticipated. Congressman dividends expected on the grounds Thursday.

Wivauwee Wis Waupaca County Suils Seriool Ava Vallery Ote

Timothy E. Ryan Ill in Wisconsin Talent News

Special to The Northwestern Times reports Timothy E. Ryan is seriously ill in Waukesha Wisconsin. Mrs Ryan was summoned to his bedside as he traveled home from a business trip to British Columbia. Family members in Waukesha declined to discuss his condition beyond saying it is a trifle improved today.

Waukesha Tenerite National Committee Kiowa Chicago Rivan Ryan Colmbia Waukesha Refused To Discuss Mr. Ryan Rean

Forecast Weather Across Regions Sees Rains Then Frost

A bare atmospheric disturbance will cross the country from September 24 to 28 with rains beginning in the central valleys by week’s end and spreading to Atlantic states early next week. Temperatures will drop sharply after the rains with frost expected in central valleys and northern canterbury regions.

Wisetustt Powlbio Shuivers Loval Oherreations Temperatica Nemarka Bu Falk Washington, D.C Atlantic States

Also Mentioned on This Page

Republican State Platform Convention Gavidsap Dev W. A. Edmondaman Fe.a. Edmonds Appleton Senator Stephensson Republican State Central Committee Ding Moorris Buckus Estabrook Florian Lampert Oshkosh Waffaires Mavena Tawa Nesses Dartie Low Biagpece Hilly W. Ouen A. AL Dihl Henry Krumrey Dake Leaka and Sts Petersblag Germany Roosevelt Washington DBD Willan J. Bryan Republican National League Plana United Brewery Workers Condwin Ken Menasha Urente Mina Ducy Thaw A. Russell Peabody Babylon, i. 1 Taft Girds Vepardaee Cimeinand Wadeoo Ureok Waupaca Laccel Timothy E. Ryan Romainent Wikeanuin Tersveti
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