Arabia Sailed From Portland Ore Treasure Ship Peril
The report notes two ships the Arabia sailing from Portland Oregon and a peril zone involving the Korea and Shawmut. No further details provided.
26 Jul 1904
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1904
Page
1
The report notes two ships the Arabia sailing from Portland Oregon and a peril zone involving the Korea and Shawmut. No further details provided.
Washington officials were notified that the Vladi vostok squadron captured the American steamer Arabia from Portland with cargo valued at 187000 dollars. A second vessel Korea with a million dollar treasure aboard was expected to be seized soon. The Shawmut enters danger. Ardova, seized in the Red Sea, carried war supplies for Washington but was released. Serious complications were feared from Pacific seizures.
Neighbors led by Mrs. George Doyle confronted two burglars last evening as they attempted to steal jewelry and silverware from 92 Calumet Street Roxbury. A hand to hand chase ensued with Patrolman James McGovern joining the pursuit. one suspect, Harry W. Downing, 25, was later identified at the station house alongside Edward H. Rudderham’s boarder.
Ipswich July 25 The Rev EB Winchester Donald D D rector of Trinity Church Boston is dying His condition is very low says Dr William F Tucker Attending physician He is conscious but death may be expected any moment Insidious tuberculosis followed nervous collapse from overwork Dowager born July 31 1848 Andover He succeeded Phillips Brooks as rector for 11 years ordained 1874 first charge at Church of the Ascension New York later at Church of the Intercession New York then rector of the Church of the Ascension before coming to Boston
Fall River sees the first day of a 30 000 worker strike with mills shut and few workers seeking jobs. Strike leaders call the day a victory and say union solidarity is stronger than ever while mill owners threaten ongoing shutdowns if workers stay out.
The Portland and Asiatic liner Arabia, seized by the Vladivostok fleet, sailed July 1 for the Orient carrying about 5000 tons of freight valued at 187000 dollars. It includes 33676 barrels of flour mainly for Hongkong merchants and smaller consignments to Kobe and Nagasaki, plus a large shipment of railway car construction material to Kobe and Yokohama.
The British steamer Ardova seized by the Russian volunteer fleet steamer Smolensk has been released and her crew landed at Suez.
The Hamburg American liner Scandia, freed by Russian authorities, resumed voyage and entered the Suez Canal this afternoon at Port Said on July 25.
London reports from Niu-chwang dated July 24 describe a 14 hour clash with heavy losses on both sides. Russians lose the Tatchekiao position, retreating toward Haicheng after Japanese flanks seize Tancghuaituen and force a breakthrough on the hills south of Tatchekino. The Japanese line stretches about 15 miles as they clear the last Russian strongholds.
Horsford's Acid Phosphate claims to quiet and strengthen nerves relieve nausea and sick headache and induce refreshing sleep for nervous women through its tonic effects.
A brief ad copy promotes Sanford's Ginger as a digestion aid served with meals, claiming watermelon day treats pair well with the product and improve stomach comfort. The note frames the ginger remedy as a tasty companion to meals and seasonal fruit.
Nellie Linscott, 17 Roberts Street Brookline, is back home with her mother after two weeks away with companion Witty McDonough. Mrs McDonough, of 114 Tudor Street South Boston, asks police help but will welcome her daughter with open arms. Nellie, a Brookline native and St Marys Parochial School graduate, says she will not run away again and recalls the escapade with a light heart while noting worry it caused.
Paris dispatch reports Niuchwang battle July 24 lasting 16 hours with heavy firing. Russians driven back on the east side and routed on the north. They evacuated Niuchwang. the Japanese expected to occupy the port by July 26.
Sergeant Manning of Division 5 found Henry A. Hanson hiding under coal in his cellar at 48 and 60 Dover Street South End. Hanson was arrested for alleged liquor law violations, his wife also taken. Police say a large amount of liquor was seized during a raid last Saturday night.
Detectives pursue first definite clue on Fletcher Barker missing Parker House cashier. Suspected seen Sunday in a New England town within 100 miles of Boston with a Boston woman. Amount taken set at $1225. $1000 in one bill. Mrs Barker heads to Greenfield to live with her brother-in-law and teach dancing.
Geneva dispatch cites Daily Mail source claiming the late Paul Kruger left about 5 000 000 in European securities. Most of the estate reportedly goes to the Eloff family with other allocations unspecified.
The Sign Builders and Hangers Union 1271 met last night and adopted resolutions condemning the Colorado Governor and militia actions toward union miners. The union extended sympathy to the Western Federation of Miners.
Edward Byron of the New York naval brigade drowned himself in the harbor at New Bedford in a momentary mental aberration. He had acted strangely earlier, knocked down a guard, and ran into the water where several sailors tried to save him. He belonged to the engineer corps. his home was Brooklyn and he worked at the navy yard.
In San Sebastian on July 25 a panic during a bull and tiger fight injured 14 people, including an American named Lowertone of New York. It is said the American will file a damages claim. Managers of the event are severely censured.
The elopement and attempted marriage of 12 year old Victoria Karan with 30 year old Stephen Ganem shocks Oliver place Armenian quarter. They sought a Portland license but were refused for age. Ganem and Victoria filed intentions. Maine law requires five day wait. Father and police pursue the couple as they try again. Victoria once worked in her father’s dry goods store.
Secretary Erving Winslow of the New England Anti Imperialistic League announces a public meeting in Faneuil Hall on the evening of August 1 to support the anti imperialistic plank of the Democratic platform. Ex Governor Boutwell to preside.
A prominent church figure ascends as head of Trinity Church after graduation from Amherst College and Union Theological Seminary New York where many Episcopal leaders studied including Bishops Brooks and Potter.
In Harvard square Cambridge last night an automobile owned by James White of Newton burst into flames as a fire engine arrived from another direction. Sparks and cinders filled the air as White escaped the blaze by leaping from the burning car after shutting off the power. The vehicle was nearly destroyed by flames.
On Dudley street near the transfer station yesterday afternoon a runaway horse driven by William W. McLellan of Tremlett street Dorchester caused both Mrs. James D. McLellan and the driver to be thrown to the ground. They sustained serious injuries.
In Bourne Mills a non union operative attempting to exit unseen from the second floor fire escape was pelted with stones by nearby strikers as he fled through the rear, reaching the ground and escaping into the woods. The city remained restless with discussions among groups but normal otherwise.
Brief note directs readers to Page and related section for detailed coverage of the Fall River strike, signaling continuation and additional information available in the cited pages.
New York July report states the Journal Research Society offers a free treatise on cinarsium, a newly found remedy claimed to cure hay fever and asthma. The society cites cures and compares the discovery to radium, asserting positive results and promising to mail the treatise to any applicant.
Fair, partly cloudy weather expected in Boston and surrounding areas today. No precipitation anticipated, with mild temperatures and light breezes shaping the day. Authorities remind readers to check local updates for any changes in conditions.
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