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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1905
Page
4
A chaotic scene from a naval setting features a Japanese officer in action as combat reports confirm a decisive battle outcome. The image captures intense engagement with ships and personnel present amid ongoing hostilities.
A Japanese officer's account describes a sea fight near Tenshima and nearby islands with torpedo boats and destroyers engaging Russian ships. Detailed maneuvers, envelopment, and counterattacks are noted, including sinking a Borodino class ship and pursuing remaining vessels into darkness. The narrative mixes war action with political commentary on tariffs and Congress.
Washington DC June s described as a debate on tariff policy tied to Panama Canal supply needs. The piece notes President and Taft influence stirring party debate with standpatters resisting tariff changes while Democrats claim tariffs raise domestic prices and that foreign buys are cheaper. The argument hinges on foreign versus domestic pricing for American goods.
Chicago June 5 Indictments against thirty men are said to have been drawn from the two months of federal grand jury hearings into meat packing methods. Assistant Attorney General Pegin, now in Washington with Attorney General Moody, is preparing papers. Since adjournment, District Attorney Morrien and Pegin have met daily to finalize the form of indictment with thirty true bills claimed and ten more anticipated after the Washington trip.
Tokio June 2 Admiral Togo responds to the imperial decree commending the admiral and his sailors. He expresses gratitude for the success as a result of the brilliant virtue of Your Majesty and the protection of the spirits of imperial ancestors, pledging faithfulness and obedience to the imperial will.
Washington reports the resignation of Paul Morton as Secretary of the Navy signals a broader cabinet transformation under President Roosevelt. Attorney General Moody plans to leave for Boston, Cortelyou may head to New York, Shaw and Hitchcock are considering early retirement, Taft eyeing a longer tenure. Mrs Morton and Miss Morton will depart for Europe soon as Morton admits Washington life holds strong appeal but avoids a career-long trap.
A Shelby county farmer was told by a rural telephone that a warrant was issued for him after a disturbance. He was asked to come to town or be arrested and was informed the charge was disturbance with a $14 fine and costs. He pled guilty and sent the money by rural carrier the next day.
Dr J R Pentuff resigns as Stephens College president to become president of Texas Baptist University in Dallas. He has served as dean of the faculty and will move soon. Stephens College will be led by Miss Anns Crowell with Prof W B Peeler as business manager.
A fragmented excerpt discusses beauty, motherhood, and societal expectations. It references women’s appearance, the fear of childbirth, and cultural pressure on wives and mothers. The text mentions a product or idea called Mothers Friend and hints at industry opinions on female beauty.
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