12 Feb 1904
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1904
Page
1
Doctors report Senator Hanna is very weak with fever and unclear prognosis. Pulse rose to 104 per minute and there are no complications. Stimulants given, rest good, and officials impose strict quiet around the hotel to aid sleep. Dr. Carter stays on site to respond to any change.
Washington reports closing statements in a postal trial with testimony on rural delivery boxes and improvised mail receptacles. Golden hosts Yale Harvard Columbia MIT Summer School in practical mining with Hammond and Monroe directing, funded in part by George Crocker. Duke of Roxburgh described as fortune hunter with large estate in old London Truth.
Palace Pharmacy Drug Co advertises fresh Gunther's Candies shipments. The notice also promotes subscribing to The Daily Leader in Cheyenne at 50 cents per month as the newsiest paper.
Dr. Forman the U S inspector of sheep told the Colorado State Board of Livestock Inspectors the Southern region shows increasing scab infection and urged action to halt spread. He warned that without control the federal government may quarantine Southern Colorado and inspectors may be sent there. Meanwhile Adjutant General Bell said a U S army officer will inspect state National Guards under the Dick bill to determine equipment levels. No date set for Colorado militia inspection.
The United States formally declares neutrality amid evolving international tensions. Official statements set the policy framework and outline implications for diplomatic and military engagement.
President Roosevelt issues a proclamation during the Russo Japanese war affirming U S neutrality. The document, citing the Neutrality Law of April 20 1818, forbids acts like enlisting or serving for either belligerent within U S territory and imposes severe penalties to enforce neutral duties.
The Politische Correspondenz in Vienna quotes a Constantinople communique saying Far East tensions make war in Bulgaria inevitable. It argues the Porte should avoid reform obligations in Macedonia and notes the opinion deserves earnest attention from powers involved.
Russian viceroy captured news mentions an Alerts' annual masquerade ball at Turner Hall next Monday night. In Parliament, a license granted to Mrs Florence Maybrick was presented.
Latest advices say a Japanese squadron bombarded Port Arthur while a Russian cruiser squadron bombarded Hakodate. Reports claim six Japanese ships damaged, fifty killed, and 150 wounded. Japanese were said exultant as the Baltic fleet moves, and Port Arthur disturbances reported with Chinese rioting around New Chwang.
The Daily Mail Che Foo correspondent notes Russian naval and military officials attended a Port Arthur circus until Tuesday morning, causing perceived lack of preparation. Paris edition claims Japanese torpedo boats used flashlight signals to enter outer harbor. three Japanese boats sunk with heavy losses. London Standard account reports night attack by Admiral Tojo’s fleet, torpedo boats pinnacled at cliff, two battleships and a cruiser sunk, Russians retreating to harbor. Baltic squadron sails through the Danish straits.
St. Petersburg reports damage to Russian warships from the Japanese bombardment at Port Arthur. The Czarewitch and Poltova reached harbor, Retvizan undergoes temporary repairs, Paltoya and Novik to be docked in turn with repairs due in a fortnight. Other vessels repair and coal in harbor. No news yet on Chemulpo or Manchurian bridge.
London dispatch reports a smaller Mafe King celebration in Tokio with thousands of students marching, bands, torches and banners while crowds sing national anthems. Russians fleet at Port Arthur largely disabled, some ships sent home for repairs. Russia has not asked permission to pass the Dardanelles. Kiel canal request pending. The Daily Wonder price reduced to 50 cents per month.
William Denton and Myron Aldrich both age 15 were bound over to the April term after a preliminary hearing in Canon City. They allegedly wrecked a Denver and Rio Grande freight train and planned to derail a passenger train for robbery. The youths were captured in Las Vegas New Mexico and reportedly confessed.
The House passed the senate amendment to the urgent deficiency bill by 172 to 108, authorizing a government loan of 4.6 million dollars to the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. Debate spanned three days with opposition from several party leaders before passage.
Baltimore reports rapid debris clearance in the burned district with streets opened for wagons. The city engineering building and street cleaning departments coordinated to clear curbs and remove dangerous walls. Safes in the German bank and German Fire Insurance were opened, cash and books moved. Marine bank vault found intact.
A Sofia dispatch quotes the government organ noting Bulgaria watches Eastern Asia war events with close attention as they may bring important developments for Bulgaria. In Kansas City, Kid Herman KO'd Clarence Forbes in the sixth round of a twenty round bout at the Missouri Athletic Club after knocking Forbes down three times.
Caracas reports a cabinet meeting decided to recognize the Republic of Panama. The move signals formal diplomatic acknowledgment amid regional issues.
A historic report alleges that various presidents have used undue influence on senators. The piece notes claims of pressure and political leverage across administrations to sway legislative outcomes.
Washington Feb 11 The Senate opened in executive session to discuss the Panama canal treaty and prerogatives. Senator Teller argued the president encroached on Senate rights in federal appointments, drawing Republican defenses of Roosevelt and criticism of past administrations like Cleveland and McKinley. Senators Spooner Allison Teller Dubois Gallinger and Platt noted Senate insistence on certain appointees despite presidential wishes.
St Petersburg February 11 Secretary Hay sent a note to the powers prompting diplomatic interest. While some welcome any move to limit hostilities others doubt its practicality. Diplomats are surprised Korea was not named and Russia's reply status remains uncertain amid ongoing military action.
Washington reports Japanese rebels tearing up the American railroad between Puerto Plata and Santiago in San Domingo, prompting the State Department to order a warship to the port. The item is part of a confused press roundup including quips and ads.
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