19 Feb 1905
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1905
Page
1
Amid a high profile murder of Grand Duke Sergius the government signals a renewed push for peace talks. Officials stress restraint while dispatches indicate regional leaders seek deescalation and potential dialogue to avert further violence.
Reports from St. Petersburg claim the empress mother received a threatening letter while rumors swirl over a zemsky zabor meeting. In Kishinef the police prefect was attacked and Japan denies offering peace terms. War office fears Japanese bandits disrupt Manchurian supply lines near Harbin, prompting reinforcement.
In St Petersburg, February 18, Prince Friederich Leopold of Prussia, former visitor to the emperor, left for Berlin at midnight. Berlin reports said he would sail to the Far East from Genoa due to rail delays, then visit Emperor Nicholas. A St Petersburg dispatch hinted the prince carried personal peace representations from Emperor William and that peace talks occurred between Emperor Nicholas and the prince, though no conclusions were known.
Reports from St. Petersburg on the assassination of Grand Duke Sergius note the futility of continuing the present regime. The Russ urges inclusion of the people in government to end bloodshed and seek peace, while the Novosti stresses the need for the emperor to meet popular hopes and unite with the people against bureaucratic terror to avert further horrors.
In St. Petersburg on February 18 diplomats note yesterday's tragedy may push the government toward concluding peace. Officials had maintained a firm stance yet growing appreciation of wartime difficulties has influenced opinion on moving to end the conflict.
Moscow marks the murder of a grand duke with tolling bells across 500 churches and requiem masses. The body lies at the Choudoff Monastery surrounded by flowers and burning taps as two monks keep vigil at the coffin. Widowed Grand Duchess Elizabeth remains confined, receiving condolences from Emperor Nicholas and the empress. Troops patrol the Kremlin and its entrances remain shut to the public.
Moscow reports confirm the grand duke was en route to his palace baths when a peasant disguised assassin detonated a bomb. The carriage was shredded, a red haze filled the air, and a coachman named Andrew died amid the chaos as troops provided aid.
A leg and part of a body remained while an overcoat stayed on a man. Several orders and decorations from Grand Duke Sergius dropped at the sentry’s feet near the arsenal. His sword broke, but his jeweled rings were taken by outraged spectators. the gold cross near his neck was not recovered, and Grand Duchess Elizabeth urged the public to find and return it.
Reports from St. Petersburg on February eighteenth describe a city gripped by dread as the murder of a royal relative provokes shock and sorrow. The emperor pleads for prayers for his uncle while authorities intensify patrols and hunt suspects linked to a fighting organization. Some papers temper calls for reform with warnings of potential terror.
In Cleveland on February 18 attorney Loeser, former receiver, was elected trustee by creditors in the Chadwick bankruptcy. Mrs Chadwick cried in court and needed comfort from her lawyers after the vote. The session paused for further examination of claims and will continue next Friday morning. Loeser won by a large majority, with 47 507 in claims from 32 creditors supporting him versus 27 079 from 16 creditors backing Dunmore.
Chicago reports Johann Hoch has a look alike in Frank Busch, a fellow prisoner, who imitates Hoch in appearance and German manner. Victims who identified Hoch now confuse Busch, who also smiles and speaks with Hoch's characteristic wit. Authorities allege Busch preyed on women.
Six men were killed and 14 injured at the Lytle colliery in Pottsville Pennsylvania when they were being taken into the mine in a gunboat style cage. The accident occurred today as the group entered the workings, with rescue and investigation underway.
A collapse on the gunboat after a jump caused rock to fall and crushed six men to death. Ten injured survived, moving to the stope, with non life threatening injuries reported.
The preliminary examination of Fred H Hathhorn, a Billings lawyer, charged with grand larceny by Dr. D A Smith Hinsdale is set for 10 o clock Monday before Justice Fraser. Hathhorn arrived home last night and said he has nothing to add beyond earlier statements. His partner said they are ready for examination and expect a full, unprejudiced investigation. Smith was located at Miles City and wired to Billings.
The San Francisco Bulletin reports a month long poison plot against Mrs Jane Stanford at her California Street mansion. She drank three glasses before the dose acted as an emetic. A chemist found enough poison in the bottle to kill a dozen. Mrs Stanford has left for Japan as detectives and several servants are watched.
Washington February 18 Sir Chentung Liang-Cheng Chinese minister presented to President Roosevelt an oil painting of the dowager empress of China. The token of goodwill followed by formal exchanges in the White House blue room.
Salt Lake Feb 18 President Rishel of the Pacific National league says the war clouds have cleared after C H Williams of Spokane wired that the board's case is practically won. A Chicago meeting is set for March 2 with Lucas summoned to explain his actions. Rishel predicts no further misrepresentation and believes the league will progress.
In New York on February 18 a bold highwayman attacked Mr. and Mrs. John W. Cornish in front of their Bronx home. He snatched a $5,000 diamond brooch from Mrs. Cornish, fired twice at Cornish, and fled after a chase with a police officer. A partial description exists, but capture seems unlikely. The thief followed the couple home from a street car amid their visible diamonds.
Staff correspondence from Helena reports an initiative and referendum bill introduced in the Montana house with a two thirds vote expected. The conference committee urged a judiciary path, with 8 percent initiation and 8 percent referendum in specified counties, while Richardson’s bill to repeal the fair trial law died in the house.
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