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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1904
Page
1
The Elgin Echo reports a court decision involving alimony and divorce between local parties, detailing settlements and legal claims. It notes a fire at a Lancaster property linked to the case and mentions surveillance and investigations, with implications of liability and property damage.
A troubled report from Niper Neb describes Sheriff Cottrell arresting two/three suspects west of town after a bold bank robbery spree. The article notes significant property loss, numerous incidents across Baker and Weatherford counties, and multiple violent outcomes tied to the spree including deaths and injuries.
A fragmentary historical note outlines the Louisiana Purchase, its 1803 treaty terms, and U.S. relations with France. It references Napoleonic era events, the 1904 plan for a St. Louis exposition, costs, and delays, with mentions of managers, dates, and the scale of the planned world fair.
Secretary Taft discusses the St Louis world fair opening and the centennial Louisiana Purchase. He warns of challenges from new territories, urges national expansion through enterprise, and praises American resolve and civil liberty as foundations for future growth.
Fragmented text reports a mix of local issues in Ohio and Missouri including a state hospital fee appropriation of 50 000 dollars, a murder arrest in Baunton Ohio, a death by curare in Kansas, and a political address by Senator Charles Dick. Names and places are inconsistently rendered.
After five days of artillery and infantry action the first Japanese army led by Gen. Ikaroki crossed the Yalu and at dawn Sunday drove Russians from Chid-Lien-Cheng and adjoining heights. About 1,600 killed and wounded on both sides. Japanese captured twenty-eight quick-firing guns, rifles, ammunition, and many officers. Lieut. Gen. Sassuliteh and Major Kashtulinsky wounded. Bridge completed Saturday night and Japanese crossed to seize Kosan hills.
Russia's Vladivostok squadron attacked a Korean port 350 miles south of Vladivostok, sinking a Japanese merchant vessel anchored in the harbor. Cruisers Rossin and Gromobol led the assault with a third unidentified cruiser and two torpedo boats, forcing the Gore Mary crew ashore before sinking her. Marines briefly landed but were recalled as ships steamed out. The raid caused panic in the unprotected town.
Vice Admiral Alexeïeff reports a Russian squadron repelled Japanese attack on Port Arthur. Two Tap eneve torpedo boats and eight fireships were sunk as Japanese forces attempted to block the harbor entrance. Russian guards and shore batteries drove back the fire ships, leaving the channel clear after a dawn clash.
A land mine in a mountain pass south of Wiju exploded as Japanese infantry moved through the area. Many Japanese were killed and wounded, details unavailable. The Second Japanese Army Corps, three divisions strong, is advancing toward Wiju. No crossing attempt reported yet.
Admiral Logo's port deception near Port 1 aims to draw the Russian squadron from harbor. The plan split the blockading fleet into two, revealing hidden forces by wireless, and shaping a two-pronged attack that would trap the Russians south of the harbor and force a battle.
The captured Russian steamer case is dismissed by the naval court of appeals at Sassko. The explored Russian officers now detained at Basebo will not be released.
Conflicting reports say Manchuria may face martial law near the Ilae river while Japanese forces prepare new automatic mines off Fort Archie. Dowager Empress orders governors to abandon celebrations and redirect funds to war needs. Chikaya arrives at Gensan with troops as port Klishite Mar is torpedoed and sunk by Russians. Rumors of fighting along the Yalao river persist but outposts are the only engagements. Japanese legation releases wartime correspondence to show stance and negotiations over Manchuria and Korea. Russian battleship Petroparlovsk nearing St Petersburg as a Royal Navy task awaits.
Reports indicate a strong force concentration is awaited as Russian troops intensify fortifications in mountain passes north of the Yath. The movement suggests strategic pressure and potential frontline stabilization amid ongoing tensions.
An official notice states Russia will not accept mediation to terminate the war with Japan. It claims every peaceful option was exhausted after the surprise attack by the Tapinese, forcing Russia to arms, and rejects any intervention by external powers in direct negotiations.
The report notes future diplomacy between Russia and Japan following the termination of hostilities. It outlines the aim to determine peace terms and establish conditions for a potential settlement.
Telegraphic dispatch reports Western mitronda refusing to fund living aid for a baby of a Methodist minister in Wopeka. Coleman, attorney general of ansae, arrested on charges connected to the Havin case. Gulf Refinery property at Port Arthur, Texas, controlled after three steel oil tanks and their routents destroyed in a $325,000 loss.
Advices from New York commercial centers note reduced wholesale trade except for boats, shoes, and hardware as Germany’s factory demand keeps mills operating. West reports gains in groceries, dry goods, and machinery while St Louis area enjoys strong orders during exposition week. Labor troubles in Alabama, Iowa, Colorado, and parts of Pennsylvania and Ohio temper outlook, with Iron and Mine works agreement expected to stabilize conditions for four years. Overall, better weather boosts retailers and staple purchases, though flour prices edge down and sheep and hog markets show mixed results amid tight supply.
Chicago to Seattle and Indianapolis routes show varied bids for hogs at 3.00 to 5.10 and 5.25 in different legs. Wheat standards No. 2 red around 1.00 to 1.02, rye near 0.80 to 0.90, oats steady, and butter creamery around 7.0 to 7.5 cents with eggs at 0.60 to 0.90 per dozen. Shipping grades influence livestock and grain values across cities including St Louis, Cincinnati, Detroit, Milwaukee, and New York Castle market zones.
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