31 Jan 1905
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1905
Page
1
Turbulent reports from Warsaw and Riga describe riots as revolutionists clash with troops. A bomb was found in front of Prince Troubetzkoy’s house, extinguished by a policeman, while bread shortages and street clashes persist. Rail workshops resume in Moscow and broader unrest continues across Polish capitals.
A bomb intended to target the residence of Prince Frouhetsky at the Russian embassy was found with green powder and glass tubes but did not explode after police intervention. A rally against the Russian attack, held at Tivoli, drew about 40 people under socialist banners. Police formed a strong cordon as the audience exited onto Avenue de la Republique. two men were arrested, including a law student, suspected as authors.
Berlin January 41. The Vosstsche Zeitu ng Riga letter reports the official tally of the wounded and dead from the riots there is far below the actual figure, as it only counts those delivered to hospitals rather than all released or treated.
Dispatches from Tokio estimate heavy combat with Japanese and Russian forces on the Shakhe river line. Casualty figures run into thousands with thousands more wounded. Command changes occurred as leaders were relieved and strategic positions contested by both sides.
UNCLE SAM MUST MAKE GOOD. Annapolis Md Jan 31. A graduation ceremony drew friends and relatives from across the country as cadets completed a four year course and received diplomas from President Roosevelt. The president and party arrived, were given honors, and Roosevelt urged a strong U.S. role in world affairs, saying the nation must be able to make good. Other items note political and corporate issues, with references to sessions in Congress and the Manila hostage ransom demands.
Chicago headlines recount the Pan-American bank crash as officials probe misused funds. Attorney Meldman leads inquiries into receivership while creditors flock to grand jury, pursuing indictments against bank leaders. Losses mount, with J W Alderman claiming $2800 at stake and asset-fishing efforts under Referee in Bankruptcy Wein. Witnesses include Manager Crocker and Teller Torrey.
A mass walkout by nine hundred lumber wagon drivers cripples business at sixty major Chicago firms. The strike stalls deliveries across the city, with workers demanding better pay and safety assurances. Prices and supply chains face disruption as crews protest.
Washington observers report the Supreme Court signaled a possible ruling on the beef trust injunction, with many congressmen attending and Vice President elect Millibanks present. The public interest was high as prosecutors may pursue packers and their agents for alleged violations related to fuel and corporate investigations.
Commerce and Industry Minister Moeller announced in the Urussian diet that a bill regulating labor in China would be prepared within weeks. He noted that strikers had not returned to work, harming both workers and industry, while Terr Macher urged moderation to keep public sympathy. Senate and House in Brief report the push for statehood action and appropriation measures in Washington.
Forecast calls for likely snow in several regions with rising temperatures. East to southeast winds strengthen as snow flurries taper, with warmer conditions in eastern portions and a general rise in temperature across the area. Wisconsin shows probable snow and increasing southerly winds.
Chicago, Jan marks a volatile trading day on the Chicago Board of Trade with May and Sept notes showing small gains and declines across grains and livestock. Live cattle, hogs, and sheep quotes mix as buyers weigh futures against cash receipts and regional reports from East Buffalo and Dunning Stevens mercantile houses.
A House committee report in Washington favors extending authority to the Interstate Commerce Commission to fix rates and regulate transportation of persons and property. The proposal would expand the commission from five to seven members and allow joint rates with a mechanism for apportionment among carriers if they fail to agree. The measure includes provisions for timely orders, judicial review, and protections against unreasonable or discriminatory rates.
Section seven creates a five judge court of transportation with unique circuits, terms from 1 to 5 years starting April 1 186, varying appointments by the president. Section eight sets four annual sessions in Washington March June September December with potential extra sites. Section nine grants exclusive original jurisdiction over transportation bill cases and related acts, with powers of a circuit court as applicable. The Interstate Commerce Commission is noted with seven members and a $10 000 annual pay, limited to four from any one party. Report of Johann Hoeh’s arrest in New York for murder charges in Chicago follows.
Anhan Hoch, a Chicago machinist using multiple aliases, is arrested in West Karty after confessing to prior marriages and denying Mary Fischer’s murder. He admits one other wife but claims no involvement in Fischer’s death, while naming his residence at 640 Union Avenue and offering to return to Chicago for extradition. Police report circulars allege Mary Fischer’s murder and Hoch’s bigamy.
An advertisement touts Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for dyspepsia inspired by John D. Rockefeller's supposed million dollar offer. It claims the missing element in gastric fluids can be supplied to restore digestion and promises a refund if not satisfied. Price 25 cents, Mann & Robson, Druggists.
An 18th or 19th century ad offers a resin or salve priced at 60 conta or 1.00 dollar. It promises to relieve inflammation reduce swellings and drive out the exact cause of pain with full guarantee. The terse medical claims reflect period patent medicine language.
Chicago police investigate a report that John Toeh was arrested in New York amid rumors of a long marriage network. Troel is alleged to have married twenty five women, six of whom died under suspicious circumstances, with victims named across Argus Milwaukee Chicago St Louis and other cities between 1892 and 1905.
Frightful atrocities are alleged in Manila with natives suspected of US sympathy hamstrung or killed. Bandit leaders Montalon and Felizardo reportedly split into bands as troops pursue them. A captured document offered rewards for Governor Trias and other government supporters.
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