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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1904
Page
5
The friends of John B Wolf announce him for the office of Mayor of Cameron to fill the unexpired term of J M Ralston nominated for district attorney.
The friends of T G Lampoon announce him as a candidate for City Alderman to fill the unexpired term of O C Zaviseh who has resigned.
The article notes the uncertain strength and losses in the Liao Yang battle. Russians defended with fortifications, while Japanese numbers edged ahead. It lists approximate forces: Russians about 205,000 in six corps, Japanese first army around 100,000 under Kuroki, Oku with slightly more, and Tiku Shan army about 50,000. It describes terrain described by a correspondent and outlines positions and artillery dispositions around Liao Yang and the Taitse river, with fighting dates August 23 to 28.
Gen Kuroki's flank advance envelops Kuropatkin's army as Oku and Nodzu press the center south of Liandianjin. By Sept 6 the bulk of the Russian force retreats toward the north bank of the Taitse amid heavy rain. Russian casualties and wounded, with 12,000 reaching Mukden, and reports of a 30,000 surrender lack confirmation.
The article argues Japan is far ahead of Russia in education and civilization. It forecasts that if Japan wins its current war, it will become a first class power.
Henry Watterson led the New York gathering of Democratic editors last week delivering a forceful address on issues and predicting Parker would win the presidency.
In Pomeroy Ohio two youthful strangers robbed the county treasurer office and café securing fourteen thousand dollars. They locked the treasurer in the vault and left. his wife freed him hours later.
The issue corrects losses for Sharpsburg and Gravelotte. Sharpsburg lasted one day with about 21 000 losses. Gravelotte shows 33 658 losses. Engagements were 121 000 at Sharpsburg and 326 000 at Gravelotte. Sedan had 344 000 engaged with 18 000 losses.
A condensed summary from the Fort Worth Record outlines Russia s encroachments in Manchuria provoking conflict with Japan. It cites imperial expansion and treaty evasion, occupation of Manchuria, and proposed partition of Korean trade as triggers, plus Russia s historic oppression versus Japan s perceived progress and openness to Christian influences.
A Caldwell court dispute over a yearling calf, now an old cow valued at $29, was settled recently by compromise to divide costs. Attorneys fees, costs and witness fees totaled $250. It would have been better to settle earlier.
Mississippi reports a treasury balance of 31.56 while multiple items touch on public policy and health. Yellow fever is noted in several Mexican locations, and global movements include the Russian Baltic fleet heading to the Far East on September 11. Bryan backs Parker modestly. prohibition gains shape in Jefferson precinct Marion county.
The president endorsed his current policy in a press letter, as he campaigns for another term. Russians claim Liao Yang defense was overextended. Japan led the realization, with Russians proposing restructuring their forces in Manchuria per the Japanese division plan. Senators Culberson Bailey tour Texas then head to swing states. State treasurer issues a second war loan warrant call with a looming $250,000 deficiency into January. Arkansas and Vermont elected Democrats and Republicans respectively last week. Rumor says GOP may field a candidate in Texas Tenth. Giddings convention slated tomorrow. Japanese troops at Yentai mines. Russians at Mukden. czar’s army may winter at Harbin.
The report states Russian casualties reached about 25000 by the fall of Liao Yang and does not include rear guard losses after the Taitse crossing.
Former Governor Hogg sold his Austin residence for eight thousand dollars, unused for years, with J. 8. Ford as buyer and the property slated for school use. Dewey fleet prize money will be paid to 2000 officers and men, totaling over 300000 dollars, with Dewey receiving 18511. A boll weevil commission report will advise cultural methods and a 50000 dollar reward withdrawal. At Jefferson mail pouches holding thousands of letters were stolen from the depot.
The War Department staged a sham battle at Manassas Junction recreating the 1862 Second Bull Run clash. About 25,000 troops, including Texas units, participated in what was called the greatest mimic battle, with Lee and Jackson figures shaping the engagement and Porter facing charges for failure to defeat Longstreet before Jackson’s arrival.
Readers compare Manchuria conflicts to Civil War sieges. The article recalls major battles at Corinth Franklin Chickamauga Gettysburg Spotsylvania. It notes bayonets used in assaults and weapons repurposed as clubs, and recalls Lee’s losses to Grant in May 1864.
The article notes brutal casualties from Civil War battles and cites large 19th century losses. It reports the upcoming Interparliamentary Union meeting in St Louis with 226 delegates from seventeen nations. The goal is universal peace via international arbitration, referencing The Hague Court as a model.
A note from St. Petersburg says Kuropatkin conducted a rear guard action at Liao Yang and never planned a decisive battle there. The dispatch offered no hint of a planned strong defense elsewhere.
The Baltic fleet is reported en route to the Orient with seven battleships and four cruisers. Torpedo boats and destroyers accompany the force. Defeat of this fleet by Japan would give the Japanese undisputed control of the sea.
Tokio reports casualties at Liao Yang totaling 17 539 killed and wounded. The right army under Gen Kuroki lost 4 866, the center under Nodzu 4 992, and the left under Oku 7 681.136 officers were killed and 464 wounded.
The article extols Gen. Kuroki as the wizard of the war in the Orient, likening him to Stonewall Jackson with aggressive flank operations. It credits him with decisive triumphs since the Yalu crossing and lauds his leadership in the Liao Yang battle.
Reports via Russian sources dated September 10 estimate total casualties in Manchuria from August 26 to September 5 between 60 000 and 70 000. Many dead left in Chinese fields. Japanese forces cremated about 3 000 Russian dead. Severe weeks likely before full losses are tallied. Japan claims seizure of numerous guns and vast provender and ammunition at Liao Yang. Russian retreat described as precipitate leaving behind supplies.
An analyst expects the cote ton to fall to 15 cents before the next crop starts, signaling a potential market shift.
The article notes Hon. W. T. Hefley endorses a positive outlook for Texas and its future. It reports cotton fields now open and nearing completion after inspection. Dry hot weather aids cotton planters while rice growers report good harvests. The Lyceum course in Cameron will open next month with a first attraction.
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