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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1904
Page
2
Port Arthur endures a heavy Japanese bombardment as hopes rise for the fall of the Russian stronghold before daybreak. Russian return fire remains robust and the harbor situation also reports tense activity with naval observers noting ships and a casualty among Russian officers.
Paris reports former Foreign Minister Hontatauz initiating agitation for powers to intervene and halt the Russo Japanese War. British officials count on a new movement. London notes Japanese officers sailing home and high level diplomacy showing no mediation yet offered to Japan or Russia.
Suez March 1 The Russian battle Bilp Oslayba and transport Saratoff with five torpedo boat destroyers are to enter the canal tomorrow.
Central News dispatch from Tien Taam says Chinese military authorities order presses to stop publishing reports of Russian cruelties to avoid swaying public opinion against Russia. Pekin Times proprietors reportedly refuse to comply with the order.
Report of a Kansas City strike as marchers confront a closed shop action. Police hired by employers stand on duty to guard shop premises amid tensions.
San Francisco March 1 Young Corbett featherweight champion defeated Dave Sullivan in one round with a swift decisive victory. Sullivan endured severe punishment while Corbett left the ring without a mark.
Alexeieff, vice admiral, acts as the czar's right hand man in guiding Russian naval strategy and political power.
Reports from Port Arthur claim Japanese attack repulsed with heavy losses. Trans-Siberian lines in Manchuria suffer extensive damage, over 220 locomotives disabled. Aurora cruiser blocked in Suez Canal as torpedo boats arrive from Suez. Bulgarian leader Ferdinand advocates alliance with Russia to free Bulgaria. Korean town Ishiyang near Vingyang reportedly occupied by Japanese, Russian troops in vicinity. Russian press accused of stoking anti Semitism with Jew baiting campaigns.
London reports a rumor in the House of Commons lobby that Port Arthur has fallen. No definite information is obtainable at this time.
A severe winter storm sweeps New York state between Utica and Cohoes, bringing heavy snowfall from three to five inches. Travel disruptions and school closures are reported as communities brace for continued icy conditions. Strong winds accompany the mass of snow, reducing visibility and hindering efforts to clear roadways.
Berlin dispatch reports Russia near revolution. Interior Minister Plehve says peasantry in dangerous mood. Starving rustics driven by vodka abuse plunder estates and murder landowners. Government proclaims a minor siege in fifty three of seventy one provinces.
Albert Mattmiller was driving along the road with a box of dynamite when an explosion occurred instantly in South Wend Indiana on March 1. The incident left unclear injuries and prompted officials to investigate the accident scene.
A midtown New York building, the Hotel Darling ton, under construction at 46th Street near Sixth Avenue, collapsed this afternoon. Eight men were killed and a dozen injured, with fifty men at work. only ten accounted for by 3 p.m. Rescue teams worked quickly as the cause remained undetermined though believed due to buckled steel girders. The wreckage damaged the Patterson apartment house, killing a Mrs Dodge and a waiter.
Telegrams from the Port Arthur region report rumors of fighting action with reports of Japanese reverses but no confirmation. The scant details reflect a cautious press noting an available but unverified military development near Ya. i.)cancera.
Washington March 2 The investigation into Reed Smoot’s right to retain his United States Senate seat began this morning, prompted by claims he is an apostle of the Mormon church. The inquiry centers on whether his church leadership affects his qualifications. The proceedings open with testimony from party members and legal observers noting the political implications.
A man on a rural farm was killed when an explosion blew him apart along with his horse and baggy. He had planned to blast stone on the property, authorities said, in a tragic farm accident.
The Sacramento River flood extends south toward the San Joaquin and Mokelumne rivers, breaking levees and flooding Brack tract 5,000 acres Staten Island 10,000 acres and Sargent tract 6,000 acres. It threatens Bouldin Island as mud stock drowned and survivors moved by steamers from levee tops.
Spokane reports Holy Rollers invaded Dillon Montana and their leader Brighton was tarred and feathered there last night by locals in a punitive action.
The senate committee on privileges and elections heard testimony from Utah witnesses and representatives of organizations with an interest in the cause, filling the room with attendees and varied perspectives on the issue.
Washington reports from a Japanese source that the anticipated attack on Port Arthur will be delayed for about two weeks.
Columbus March 1 Representative Charles Dick was declared the Senate choice by a 27 to 4 vote to succeed Hanna. In the house Buchtel, presenting Dick's name, predicted he will be the next president, though there was no enthusiasm in the chamber.
In a Pacific storm off a treacherous coast the steamer Queen caught fire in the social hall at 4 30 am. Three lifeboats capsized and four sailors drowned after a line broke. Miss Maude Steiner and Mrs E Adams among the dead. many passengers and crew survived amid heavy loss and exposure.
The strongest line of pianos on the Pacific Coast is showcased at Morris and Will's Music House located at 611 Willamette street, inviting shoppers to browse a broad selection and compare models.
A fierce lion named Hannibal escaped in a frail cattle car at San Jose depot this morning. It killed a horse and devoured its liver and heart, with the beast now roaming the car area and terrorizing workers as authorities seek to recapture it.
General Ternuchi has served as Japan's minister of war since 1803 educated in Germany and Japan and trained in war as a key military leader.
A quake struck San Francisco at 6 10 this morning causing two distinct shocks but no damage was reported. The tremor was felt in all city areas as residents described the ground movement.
Berlin reports Kaiser William plans to depart Bremerhaven on Saturday March 12 aboard a voyage south seeking a warmer climate to improve his health. The trip aims to restore the emperor’s wellbeing amid ongoing discussions of state affairs and royal duties.
A terse local notice offers a fresh half Shorthorn cow for sale. The ad is brief with minimal details and lists C Widmer of Eugen as the contact.
Washington reports Attorney General Knox said the President authorized immediate payment of ten million to Panama under the treaty for ratifications and forty million to the canal company for its property. Details of the transfer are expected to take about thirty days to finalize.
The county court opened this morning with Commissioners Ward in attendance. Docket items include petitions to grant licenses to sell liquors in Fall Creek and Blue River areas. Several cases were read and continued until Friday for action.
Real estate transfers listed include Coleman to McQueen on 145 acres, DeSpain to Haworth in Cottage Grove, Cochran to Cochran in Lane county, Higgins to Higgins 40 acres, and other lots and mineral interests. Mining locations noted by J E Sims and partners for quartz claims in Blue River district. Oregon university mining department reforms improve labs and equipment while prospects for Seattle patient Gee Hadley improve. Pendleton group plans hydraulic mining plant for Nome mine, eyeing 2500 cost and 2,000–3,000 daily yield.
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