18 Feb 1904
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1904
Page
1
A Washington source says a Columbus Republican convention plan pinned Governor Herrick to a Harding ticket to block the Foraker bloc. The arrangement would keep Herrick in the governorship and push Dick as the senator, with Hanna and supporters backing the choice. Speculation centers on Dick as the likely nominee.
The grand jury in the land fraud case targets multiple defendants including Benson who faces a prior indictment for bribery and is believed in New York while Hyde is thought in San Francisco. The voluminous indictment details transactions alleging government land theft in California Oregon Washington Nevada and beyond under the lieu land law. Russia Warns Bulgaria Over Macedonia Insurrection. In Sofia a Bulgarian government warning declares any renewal of insurrection will be treated as hostility and met with force. Hearst Backed Down in New Mexico The Territorial Democratic Central Committee rejects endorsing W R Hearst for president and favors joint statehood with Arizona.
Citizens of Cleveland mourn the loss of Senator Hanna described as the city’s greatest citizen. Authorities and local leaders express condolences and reflect on his public service and impact.
Washington reports the Hanna funeral train leaves at 9:41 p m and the capitol casket is moved to the Pennsylvania station amid floral tributes. In Cleveland a memorial service is planned at St Pauls church with only ritual Episcopal rites while banks close at noon and city stores suspend business for the day.
Columbus February 17 There is growing belief that the Hanna succession will not trigger a fight. Congressman Dick is likely to win when ballots are cast. Republicans may caucus soon to elect for both long and short terms despite questions over the long term right. Salvation Army to hold Hanna memorial services in New York.
Washington reports a grand jury indictment for conspiracy against John A. Benson and associates in western land frauds. Frederick A. Hyde Henry C. Dimond and Joost H. Schneider named. Schneider arrested in Washington with bail set at 20,000 after a secret service investigation.
Reports say Japan mobilizes a large picked army, while a third clash near Port Arthur is alleged. Baltic squadron ships pass Gothland, Kherson hit by 12 inch shell, and Yulu passage to be resisted. Chinese bandits maraud Manchuria. Mukden rail attack results in heavy casualties.
Gunfire erupts as American weapons are unleashed in Pajarito, Santo Domingo, with reports of urban violence and disturbances affecting residents and authorities. Local officials urge calm and investigation into the incident.
A private message from Santo Domingo dated February 17 reports an American warship bombarding insurgents at Pajarito near San Domingo and landing marines who later re-embarked. The cruiser Columbia, commanded by Captain J. M. Miller, was near Santo Domingo with marines from that vessel. The unrest there prompted broad discretionary action by Admiral Wise to safeguard American interests. In related action off the port on February 14 the Russian volunteer boat Kherson was hit by a large shell, sparking a brief fire with no casualties.
A Wisby dispatch says six Russian warships went south past the island on February 15. Japanese officers in Sasebo believe a third Port Arthur fight occurred with vessels reported leaving Port Arthur. The Port Arthur Che Foo cable was cut yesterday at Che Foo.
Paris dispatch from Tokyo reports wounded Japanese arriving stating on February 6 a Japanese squadron of fifty five vessels sailed for Port Arthur. Feb 9 bombardment hit all attackers though no ship docked. Iwate three decks pierced Fuji smokestack destroyed. no dry docking needed. Japanese seized coal depot on Rose Island off Chemulpo.
Berlin reports confirm Japanese landing operations on both northern Korean coasts with large forces poised for a spring advance. German authorities estimate up to 250000 men may be in the field before Russians are engaged, as experts favor striking first to avoid delays from destroying the Russian fleet. Initial land successes are anticipated through hard fighting.
Rear Admiral Vans, commanding the Asiatic squadron, reports from Commander Staunton aboard the gunboat Helena at Newchwang China that conditions are disturbed and Russian delays on merchants may occur. If the American consulate is at risk Staunton will land blue jackets and marines to protect Counsel Miller. The U S government aims to avoid provocation but will shield American interests at all hazards.
San Francisco reports The Commercial Pacific Cable Company learns from Hong Kong that the Port Arthur undersea line is interrupted. Advertises opticians Carpenter and Hibbard of Denver will appear at D Miller’s Denver location for one day only on February 18.
London reports fifty thousand veteran Japanese soldiers are embarked for a decisive operation against the Russians. The plan, kept secret, is believed to target the Liao Tung peninsula to flank Port Arthur. Japanese torpedo boats attacked Russian ships amid a snowstorm, with two Russian vessels damaged while Japanese losses were none. News also cites alleged Russian brutalities toward Japanese.
London reports that two Russian warships at Port Arthur were blown up by mines, with nihilists pressed into service as the likely agents. The submarine torpedo boat theory is set aside amidst fresh war news.
London reports Japan keeps plans secret with no military leaks. Dispatches hint Liao Tung peninsula may be key, but no action until Russia's fleets are disposed of. Port Arthur dispatch notes Kherson slightly damaged in St. Petersburg.
Tokyo reports the navy believes the Russian second class cruiser Boyarin was torpedoed and sunk by the destroyer Hegatory during a Port Arthur bombardment. The Boyarin reportedly blew up with 196 officers and men after hitting a mine, per St. Petersburg dispatch.
Tokio reports that Japan via Griscom to Hay agrees to neutralize China with Manchuria excluded. Japan reserves right to counterbalance Russia if it violates Chinese neutrality.
In Baku on February 15 during a patriotic service at the Armenian church a bomb killed two people and injured several others. After the blast the crowd marched to the governor's residence with the czar's portrait and a $500 donation for victims' families.
The article discusses harsh winter aiding Russia's czarist forces and forecasts mobilization progress under Vice Roy Alexieff. It notes censorship of Far East news, anticipated land battles after Japanese fleet actions, and rumors of a Kishineff Jew massacre being denied. It also mentions a 1905 Kishinev context and a Kieff demonstration with anti czar chants.
Port Arthur reports continuous troop arrivals with mobilization progressing well. The fortress is described as fully prepared and inaccessible, with guard strength increased from 600 to 2000. Forts at Kinehow, Talienwan, and Bidzivo tripled their garrisons while an anti looting decree arms Chinese captains, and Nevsky shipyards rush to launch six unfinished vessels as labor remains scarce.
St Louis Feb 17 Russia has not officially declined space allotment at the World’s Fair though St Petersburg announced a decision not to exhibit. The Japanese commissioners will apply for Russia’s space once officially received, to use in addition to their own allotment.
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