24 Apr 1905
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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1905
Page
1
This week features new millinery and silk garments not from last year with a special sale. Lot items include genuine German Smars den hats, Paris kid clutches, and colorful silks with prices like 25.00 and 19.00. Linen collars dress shirts and accessories complete the Easter wardrobe lineup at reduced prices.
Reports from St. Petersburg warn that the outcome of the Rojestvensky versus Togo sea fight may determine not only the war in the Far East but the entire reform program under Emperor Nicholas. Liberals fear bureaucracy will seize control if defeat occurs. authorities brace for May Day unrest with mass demonstrations and possible revolutionary actions.
Tokio reports France will expel the Russian Second Pacific squadron from Kamranh bay and insist on neutrality. Officials fear Rojestvensky may still enter the bay or move just outside three miles. The incident remains unsettled until Russians depart Indo Chinese waters.
Paris reports on April 24 that the Russian squadron departed Kamranh bay after a cordial call between admirals. Saigon telegraphs that the fleet fired a heavy cannonade at Japanese transports Kiel, signaling a tense posturing in the Far East.
The dispatch notes Jupiter Kniaz Gortchakof and Kitai remain in Saigon. A private report says Vice Admiral Rojestvensky suffers dysentery, but the fleet’s officers and men are otherwise in good health.
London reports hint that part of Ro jestvensky's squadron may be at Hainan near Lienchau with hopes of a full reassembly to coal and prepare in Chinese waters. Observers dismiss Japanese ship movements as likely misdirection by Vice Admiral Togo.
In Cochin China on April 24 reports state the complete Russian fleet departed Kamrenh bay on April 22 at noon. Night cannonading was heard at sea as the squadron reportedly engaged a Japanese force. Admiral Rojestvensky stopped to see Admiral Jongguieries before departure. Nebogatoff’s unit was expected to join soon. Locals welcomed the Russian presence amid rising provisions prices.
Manila reports three warships offshore near Corregidor with strong implication they are Japanese vessels. Japanese Consul Marita Gori says Vice Admiral Kamimura is expected to arrive hourly for further events.
Paris papers debate France’s handling of the Russian Second Pacific squadron’s expulsion from Kamranh bay. Echo de Paris argues France harms Russia by denying full neutrality, claiming Russia would face Togo with half bunkers and be forced to sea. The piece notes regulations about coal at port and disputes the definition of the next port.
A Manila dispatch cites the Daily Mail reporting Vice Admiral Togo will assemble his main fleet south of Formosa on April 26. Kamimura's squadron is said to be en route, with plans to cruise outside Manila harbor. High official activity follows a conference among the American admiral, the Japanese consul, and the general in command.
Paris report states M. Delcasse informed Premier Rouvier he will keep the foreign affairs portfolio. The assurance comes as government reshuffles unfold in April.
A Daily Mail Saigon correspondent dated April 22 reports the Russian squadron is short of stores while French and German ships leave Saigon almost daily with large supplies. Other steamers are being chartered for the same purpose. Saigon is reaping a big harvest. some Russian ships may meet the Japanese, while others detour to Vladivostok.
In St. Petersburg on April 24 Vice Admiral Rojestvensky answered the admiralty by putting to sea with no disclosure of plans or destination. Naval circles speculate the squadron may already be northward, while a senior officer calls this a game of naval hide and seek aimed at concealing the fleet’s exact position from Japan and others.
Chicago reports the Tribune notes the sale of ten whaleback steamers to eastern capitalists believed led by John W. Gates. Plan calls for shipping wheat directly from Chicago to Europe in the May wheat deal.
French cruiser Racine ran down a schooner in Bristol Channel Saturday night. The vessel was cut in two and sank with no identity recovered. The crew is presumed drowned.
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