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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1905
Page
10
In Newcastle N H Aug 15 Japanese MP Matumosato says Witte seeks American favor but Japan stays trusted. He notes secrecy as Japan's strength while Komura resists public disclosure and claims diplomatic triumph in keeping government actions hidden.
At Portsmouth Aug 15, the Sakhalin dispute dominates Russia Japan talks. The island’s control threatens Russia’s Amur River access and Siberian expansion, making its cession a priority issue beyond indemnity. The island, 22000 square miles with penal history, is hoped to remain Russian to safeguard Amur and regional growth.
Heavy rain and a northeast wind hindered the Wentworth tennis tournament with the first day postponed. Russian journalist Boris Souverine and Japanese secretary Takashita clashed in a blind man's bluff incident. Japanese officials protested leaks as Nippon and Russia proceed with formal entertainments and envoy duties.
St Petersburg correspondent Boris Souverine leads for first money in the Rye championship. Japanese player Jihei Hashiguchi shines in tennis and water sports. both are popular among spectators. The resort hosts a conference face fashion with Komura famed for a constant unsmiling look and Witte showing a serious rugged persona.
Boston Post correspondent recounts M. Witte passing in an auto and greeting Russians warmly. He notes smiles from Mr. Korostvetz, describes a day of rain and board games, and logs questions to Mr. Yamaza about the articles discussed at the conference. Hashiguchi reports from Portsmouth on August 15.
Plenipotentiaries receive vast mail from across the United States and beyond. Most letters address the missions of Baron Komura and M. Witte, offering praise, autographs, prayers for peace, arguments for each side, and even suggestions to ease Russia's internal troubles.
In Portsmouth on August 15 Yamazo reports an all day session where Articles 4 and 6 gained agreement but Article 5 stalled after hours of debate. The piece details Russian resistance, potential compromise, and a possible ending with Sakhalin ceded by Russia and Japan receiving indemnities tied to Chinese Eastern railroad funds and port facilities, while warning of paid peace costs.
Crisis in peace negotiations tightens at Portsmouth with two more articles resolved. Article 4 pledges open door commerce and China integrity while Article 6 covers surrender of Russian leases at Port Arthur and adjacent isles. Article 5 on Sakhalin delayed as Russians resist, signaling a life and death struggle.
Portsmouth, Aug 15. Articles in the draft treaty include recognition of Japan’s influence in Corea, evacuation of Manchuria, restoration of Chinese sovereignty there, open door principle, surrender of Liaotung leases, Port Arthur, Dalny, and相关 islands. Remaining items cover Sakhalin, war costs, Chinese Eastern Railroad, Siberian rail policing by China, Behring Sea fishing rights, and surrender of interned Russian warships. M. Witte opposes several points.
Russian secretary M Siegard briefed reporters on Aug 15. Diplomats said Article 4 was unanimously agreed, but Article 5 lacked unanimity. They will note the divergent views and continue discussions on the remaining articles. The session resumed at 8 pm after lunch.
Rumors of General Miles seeking the Democratic nomination for governor stir the Massachusetts State committee as Miles supporters push for an endorsement. Colonel Gaston denials and internal factional tensions loom, with McNamee seen as Miles’ rival and a fragile path toward a formal resolution.
Arthur Bakwell, 14, vanished from 65 Beacham Street Everet, four weeks ago after telling friends he would leave town. His mother pleads for his return, fearing for his life as police searches and a Boston Post appeal go unanswered. Her offer of lasting thanks awaits anyone with information.
Maiden August 15. Andrew Moffitt aged 17 living near Everett square faced a District Court ruling over a door sign and a lobster sketch left for his neighbor Joseph Peach while Peach was away fishing. The act tied to Moffitt artistic and poetic ambitions.
Charles H. Keep assistant secretary of the treasury will go to Oyster Bay tomorrow to submit to the President a report on the investigation of the management of the government printing office in Washington.
In Geneva Switzerland Alys daughter of A B Scott and James Stow ell Anthony of New York married at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. The Rev Percy Gordon of Grace Church New Bedford Mass officiated.
The carter who struck Mr. and Mrs. George J. Gould as they tried to drive past him on July 12 in Lucerne was sentenced to three days in jail. He must pay the prosecution costs and one franc for Mr. Gould’s technical damages.
Emory Shepard aged unknown from Hudson Street disappeared for hours in a 10 acre corn field owned by Charles O. Brigham after racing three friends home. Search teams located him safe later that afternoon in the field.
Admiral Kataoka reports a detachment attacked Russians at Lazaroa Point in Tartary Straits. Marines landed in Tartary Straits on August 18 and faced a forest ambush. Japanese losses were one killed and four wounded while Russians were dispersed. A destroyer near Sakhalin captured 18 men and telegraph gear at Rairoro on August 13.
The channel squadron led by Sir Arthur Wilson sailed from Spithead this morning for the Baltic. The force includes 11 battleships eight cruisers and a flotilla of torpedo boats.
In Manchuria on August 15 two Japanese torpedo boats bombarded Port Hazarevo. An infantry landing attempt followed but was repelled by Russian chasseurs.
In Odessa on August 15 the military pro curator appealed the court martial verdict sentencing two boys to 20 years each and a girl to 13 years for possessing explosives. The pro curator requested capital punishment.
Anti Semitic rioting is reported at Bislos tok in Russian Poland with authorities described as inactive.
Alta Davidson a West End tinsmith appeared before Judge Ely on a wife beating charge. He claimed Gazella Davidson sought to remove him and that her aim was a divorce if convicted. Davidson was fined ten dollars and bound over to keep the peace.
The Hayes square band concert proceeded despite weather with about 500 attendees mostly younger residents. Secretary Leahy of the Music Commission favored holding the event, while Captain Wyman deployed 24 police under Lt. Curry as a precaution, though no incidents occurred.
Archbishop Francis Albion Symon the papal envoy to assess Polish clergy claims for representation in the Catholic hierarchy appears inclined against the plan. He reports seeing nothing to warrant representation and expresses skepticism about the demands.
Police Lieutenant Frederick J. Smith and three sergeants were acquitted by the Lynn police commissioners on charges of conduct unbecoming during an arrest. Patrolman John A. Wragg received five days’ pay fine for allowing a woman to remain in a burning building after his attention was drawn to the incident.
Fire raging in downtown Bakersfield California today destroyed ten buildings including Scribner's Opera House causing extensive damage to the business section and prompting emergency responses as flames tore through the block.
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