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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1904
Page
4
In East Cambridge Superior Court Mrs Alice Crowell of Malden sued Charles Damon for ten thousand dollars alleging back pay and commissions from real estate sales and loans while they were engaged to be married. Auditor William H H Tuttle ruled for the plaintiff over seven thousand dollars.
Tokyo May 3 A supplemental dispatch from General Kuroki reports enemy resistance yesterday adding about 300 to Japanese casualties. The enemy surrendered after artillery losses, with 30 officers and 300 men prisoners, 100 wounded. Total killed and wounded reach 798 across divisions including 132 imperial guards 860 second division and 316 third division.
Sokichi Uchiyama, 21, a Japanese shipyard apprentice at Fore River in Quincy, wears greasy overalls and learns battleship construction. He plans to sign as an apprentice, work in all shipyard rooms, then move to drafting rooms, and teach shipbuilding in Tokyo after returning home. He lives at 17 Pratt Avenue, North Weymouth, and studies English and mechanics by night.
So kich i Uchiyama, noted for mathematics and drawing, travels under government support to the United States as a three year apprentice mechanic. The Japanese aim to build domestic shipyards and reverse reliance on foreign suppliers, with Uchiyama to return as an instructor in 1908 or 1909. Werbert Stevens of Lowell travels with Uchiyama, arriving last December, and since February has been engaged in study or work in American shops.
In northern Corea near Kilju the press notes five hundred Cossacks have advanced to the coastal town about 170 miles north of Gensan. A second unit of 240 men follows 20 miles behind. Reports say Corea n forces are repairing roads to aid Russian movements.
In Tokio on May 3 a massive popular demonstration marked the Japanese victory on the Yalu. Thousands joined parades in many quarters, with women prominently represented. A large pageant formed as the celebrations united, including student processions carrying red lanterns.
Dorchester Catholic Club to hold a public debate on May 5 at Connollys Hall Fields Corner Dorchester. The questioned resolution asks if US sympathies should be with Russia in the present war. Affirmative speakers are McVey Cummins and Baldwin. negative speakers include Dixon Cahalan and Garland. Starts at 8.
The third annual ball of Division 47 A O H and the Ladies Auxiliary No 7 drew over 600 attendees to Paine Hall last evening. Major Thomas J Clements and Miss Maria McDonough led the grand march followed by T A Kelley and Julia A McCarthy. William Sullivan and T J Callahan assisted on the floor while Peter Walsh served as chief of aids.
At Port Arthur on May 8 a flotilla of five torpedo boats and numerous fireships attacked. Russian land batteries Giliak, coast defense ships Gremiashchi Otvashni, and cruiser Askold opened fire, sinking a fireship near the harbor entrance at 1 20 AM and later additional fireships. Several more fireships were destroyed by mines, batteries, and ships over the next hours.
Washington May 3 Mr Winthrop L Marvin of Boston has been named secretary of the Merchant Marine Commission appointed at the last Congress session. The newspaper man is regarded as well suited to the duties of the post.
In a close vote the House rejected substituting the repeal bill for the adverse report on the police listing measure. Rep Woods warned that police list duties leave streets unsafe as citizens report a drunk man found at a Back Bay gutter hours after listing. Committee report stood, quorum issues briefly delayed the roll call.
Nine thousand people filled Mechanics Hall for the golden jubilee and annual reunion of old St James Church on Harrison avenue. Emmons attended among early arrivals. the program opened with a 8 o'clock orchestra concert followed by Father McQuaid’s welcome and addresses by Thomas A Mullin, William T A Fitzgerald, and visiting clergymen.
New Haven Hartford railroad seeks to break a boilermaker strike by sending extra workers to Boston. About 70 men are idle at Norwood South Boston and Roxbury shops. Management says surplus workers from New Haven will be used in Boston to restore operations. City of Lawrence steamer houses striking boilermakers at South Boston piers.
A bill to have a single judge preside in murder cases failed 80 to 77 in the House despite claims the chief justice favored the change. Nearly 120 Massachusetts Hotel Men's Association members gathered for a banquet at the Lenox with G W Sweeney presiding and C Winn Perkins toastmaster.
London report from the Chefoo correspondent of the Daily Chronicle says Japanese troops landed and attacked Niuchwang last evening and captured the town, with Russians retreating to shield the railway. Niuchwang is a key town at the head of the Liaotung Gulf commanding the Port Arthur railway.
General Kuropatkin telegraphs from St. Petersburg citing Japanese artillery superiority at Pengwangcheng on May 1. Russian left flank was enveloped after fierce fighting with the 22d and 12th sharpshooters. several guns abandoned with breech blocks removed. Zassalitch’s force faced five regiments and five batteries, with one regiment and two batteries not engaged. Losses, including men and horses, were described as very considerable.
Chinese and Japanese forces clash as Japanese fire ships sink in the channel at Port Arthur. Russians open fire with machine guns and rifles, killing many as survivors abandon vessels. Some are rescued by Russians and taken to hospital ships Mongolia. Thirteen wounded later die as ten enemy torpedo boats remain offshore and two launches are run ashore.
The piece notes police vigilance on Commonwealth Avenue and Fenway area speeding autos. It states cars must display readable numbers in front and rear and records them. Officers will not arrest speeders unless life is endangered.
Arlington May 3 A firebug burned the long deserted High School on Academy Street tonight. The eyesore building, which had not been used for years, was set on fire about ten days ago and tonight was practically destroyed.
Mr and Mrs Harold M Peterson of 244 Lexington Street East Boston quietly celebrated the sixth anniversary of their wedding last evening A large number of relatives and friends gathered and the happy couple received many useful presents.
Annapolis Md May 3 The Naval Academy authorities announced the list of names of candidates who passed the recent examination for admission to the naval school as midshipmen They will report in early June for physical examination The list includes A M R Allen S H Baldwin W C Bartlett J J Blandin J J Brosheka W R Carter J Comerford D B E Ducey R S Fry C R Norton M W Pickering E W Putney EB W Rockwell L R Soule and others from Massachusetts Connecticut and Maine
About sixty officers received brand new 88 calibre revolvers from the town of Brookline. The department now uses uniform firearms owned by the town. Target practice is planned soon and selectmen may establish a department medal for the best shot.
Judge J F Aldrich of the United States Court addressed the New Hampshire Exchange Club last night on the topic Some Men of New Hampshire. The gathering was large and representative, with members from the club in attendance to hear the lecture.
Dr W Woodend of Woodend & Co a suspended stock brokerage firm was arrested at his New York home this afternoon. He said he had not been far from the city and would make a later statement to clear him of grand larceny charges. He is held for a Thursday hearing on 6000 bond. The warrant came from E H Goodwyn of Petersburg Virginia who alleged the loss of White in court.
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