02 Aug 1913
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Newspaper
Sheboygan Press
Location
Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1913
Page
1
A partial historical clipping mentions 1914 and a reference to a society or event, but the legible words are sparse. The fragmentary text hints at a date and civic detail, yet lacks clear names, places, amounts, or actions.
Alderman Morris of the First ward convened about twenty residents at the ward school house for a wide ranging discussion of local conditions. Topics included moving utility poles to rear property lines, beautifying a local park, expanding school grounds, and price talks on the Fairweather lots. A committee was named to study grounds and report by August 8, with additional discussion on an eight hour ordinance and water works politics.
At a meeting Alderman Morris said Governor McGovern did sign the bill Thursday morning, countering The Press. A wire to Madison transmitted the full reply. Morris instructed City Attorney Voigt to move to oust Dieckmann from the Water Commission, acting individually as alderman.
Associated Press report from Shanghai on August 2 describes government warships bombarding Wo-Sing ports held by rebels at dawn. Tug cruisers fired from five miles range and the ports replied, then exchanges of shots ceased and the warships withdrew without damage.
Associated Press dispatch from Caracas on August 2 reports Venezuela has completed troop mobilization. A force will depart to confront the revolutionists, with Falcon state and Coro capital recently seized by Casturo supporters as first objectives. Government troops are well equipped.
The General at Chattanooga Depot honors Union service as a memorial to valor. In 1862 James J. Andrews led a raid to burn Western & Atlantic bridges, was captured after a 90 mile pursuit, and executed with seven companions. Survivors reunite in Chattanooga during the G.A.R. encampment in September.
On August 15 the Sheboygan Concert Band with 60 players travels to Green Bay for Home Coming and Perry Celebration. A special train leaves at 8 am and returns by 11 pm, with hundreds from Sheboygan expected to attend. Plan to view Commodore Perry’s Niagara flagship in harbor. Send your name to President A Pfister of the Merchants Association promptly for inclusion.
The Associated Press reports events challenging or opposing the port authorities. Details are unclear in the fragment, but the item appears to address conflict over port policies or actions and includes agency or group names linked to the dispute.
In La Crosse Wisconsin saloon keepers push a petition to make free lunches unlawful. most town outlets supporting it. two refuse. Down town venues fund the campaign to curb meals that cut into liquor profits. Meat prices rose from 8c to 20c per pound, underscoring losses to restaurant and hotel operators.
Edward P. Weston arrived in Minneapolis from New York after a trek of over 1500 miles. The celebratory sounds included cannons bells and whistles marking the moment on August 2 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Amoy China August 2 provisional President Juan Shi Kai declares Fu-Chow must rescind its cession from the Chinese republic within ten days or an army from Peking will invade Fo-Kien province. This ultimatum was reported by Associated Press.
Fair tonight and Sunday with warmer conditions tonight and in the eastern portion on Sunday. The forecast calls for milder temperatures across the region, with the east area seeing the most noticeable rise.
President Dieckmann and the Water Works Commission failed to meet as Dennett and Joerns were absent. Bills were not approved and cash discounts were lost on a $4224 iron pipe shipment. Tension rises over alleged improper cash payments and authority disputes between Dennett and Joerns.
Anton Novak of Sheboygan received an eight year term at Waupun after pleading guilty to assault with a weapon and plotting to regain custody of his child. He asked Judge Kirwan for permission to see his two year old before imprisonment, while his wife and her parents opposed visitation. The defense contends mitigating circumstances and may appeal for clemency or a governor commutation.
Alderman Morris accused The Press of false reporting on the Richier bill signing. Bridgman of Madison provided official timing showing Governor McGovern signed at 12 05 pm Thursday. The message notes the governor’s stance on salary ratification and the open question of holding two offices.
In Calumet Michigan on August 2 the Associated Press reports increased mining activity as troops prepare to depart next week. All applicants here are given work, four arrests were made, and rioting is minimal. The high cost of keeping soldiers likely drives the withdrawal.
A Castro family member says Castro is in Germany while general belief holds he finished the revolution in Venezuela. Rumors claim he is receiving aid from a certain power.
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