24 Jun 1905
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1905
Page
1
Washington reports indicate no definite armistice result as of June 23. Japanese minister Takahira met the president amid uncertainty over Russia's reply and the peace conference timetable. Officials note Japan seeks clear peace intent before agreeing to a pause in fighting in Manchuria.
Official dispatch reports Japanese infantry pressure near Ying Cheng on June 1. Forces repulsed attackers at Heiangyangcheu ten miles southeast of Wankaulzkeau and pursued to Weiyuanpaomen. Enemy of three battalions and four squadrons with twelve guns advanced June 21. Japanese troops repulsed, captured heights, and pursued the foe. Situation otherwise unchanged.
The Temps correspondent reports St Petersburg stunned by Manchuria operations. The actions are described as unprecedented, extending about 500 versts from Corea to the Mongolian frontier, with hopes for peace fading as events unfold.
Tokyo telegraph correspondent reports May 10 engagement near Taipoush Taipouh where Cossacks fired on a field hospital and bayoneted Japanese, looted supplies, burned ambulances and prisoners were taken. Many noncombatants killed or wounded as retreating Cossacks burned Chinese houses.
London dispatch reports General Linevitch noting Japanese advance toward Kongeheo and Munesan, signaling expected clashes as Russian forces defend the lower Tumen river west of Vladivostok. General Hasewaga’s units are believed active with 100 troops mentioned.
Washington June 23 official source says Count Lamsdorff is ill causing a slight check in negotiations with Japan. It is stressed there is no hitch in the talks despite the pause. Details of force composition remain secret.
In St. Petersburg on June 23 British representations lead to dispatch of warships to convey orders to the Russian auxiliary cruisers Dneiper and Rion. They are to cease interference with shipping and return immediately.
A New York agent for a major firm with Dalny and Port Arthur interests says the Japanese order expelling foreign merchants will not cause serious trouble. He notes the Russian plan to make Port Arthur a fortress and Dalny a commercial center, and that wartime stock reductions lessen the impact on foreign houses and natives alike.
Manila June 23 The Chinese Chamber of Commerce has withdrawn the boycott it backed on May 31 to align with China treaty ports and retaliate against American exclusion laws.
Berlin reports the French note on the Moroccan conference was handed to the foreign office. No agreement yet, negotiations likely to drag on. German officials fear prolonged delay could spark intrigues raising public pressure and risk of war with France.
The St. Petersburg correspondent reports Admiral Rojestvensky’s flagship chest was moved to Che Foo and turned over to the Russian consul before the sea of Japan engagement.
Portland June 23 The prosecution's chief witness Judge A H Tanner testified about alleged offenses by United States Senator John Mitchell. Tanner outlined agreements with Kribs and John A Benson to speed timber claim filings and route fees to the firm, with Mitchell receiving half. The testimony paralleled charges already presented, despite defense objections, as prosecutors argue the offenses show premeditation.
Chicago land dealer Benjamin H. Tallmadge was arrested in Roswell New Mexico on a charge of subornation of perjury as part of a widening probe into fraudulent desert land entries in the Pecos Valley. Bail set at 5000 dollars, with preliminary hearing slated for July 1.
Reports from Lodz and Warsaw describe fierce street fighting between troops and striking workers. A general strike has shut factories and shops, with barricades, gunfire, and heavy casualties suspected. Authorities fear further disorder as tensions rise across Polish cities.
Yale senior Cor helius Edward Daly who rows No 2 in the varsity eight is dropped from the college roll for conduct improper in a member of the university. The faculty acted after a lengthy meeting discussing his psychology exam. Ortmay er replaces Daly in the Yale eight. King Alfonso approves new cabinet in Madrid with Montero Rios as premier and Weyler as minister of war.
In Naples on the 28th the prefect ordered residents near Mount Veenus to prepare to leave their homes due to rising discharges from the crater, signaling a potential hazard to nearby communities.
John W. Hill, former chief of Philadelphia’s bureau of filtration, was arrested for forgery and falsifying city records to defraud the city. He was held on $2,000 bail after a nearly six hour hearing. Evidence suggested padding work estimates and a potential $19,000 loss.
Chicago June 23 All obstacles to ending the teamsters strike appear removed and hostilities may cease soon with a peaceable settlement. A meeting between the strikers committee and J W Farwell of the Employers association settled the union emblem demand to be left to individual employers. The emblem issue was the main stall in negotiations and other terms have been accepted. A referendum by the strikers on the proposition is expected before official action finalizes the settlement.
The supreme court voided parts of Denver's new charter conflicting with state law and constitution. County government must remain separate from the city, ousting Democrats elected last May and seating Republicans from the fall vote. A second county judgeship was struck down, with incumbent Henry V Johnson ruled an usurper, raising questions about past decisions.
A severe storm in New York and nearby areas caused two deaths Michael Burns of Montclair and Arthur Bolton of Newark and injured eight others. Many buildings were damaged power lines failed and panic spread with two schools struck by lightning and widespread disruption across New York and New Jersey.
Whitelaw Reid receives homage at Claridge s in London as Roosevelt and Edward praised as two of civilization s strongest peace proponents. Lord Roberts hosts the event with Premier Balfour and a crowd of British leaders and American residents in attendance.
Honolulu reports Governor Carter mailed his resignation to President Roosevelt on Wednesday. He will leave June 28 for Washington to discuss retirement matters and his belief he can serve Hawaii better outside the territorial governorship. Chicago dispatch notes the Lake Shore schedule dispute, with executives urging President Newman to rescind an eighteen hour order amid an accident blamed on a misplaced switch.
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