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Newspaper
Heppner Times
Location
Heppner, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1904
Page
6
Comprehensive world roundup notes battles near Port Arthur and Tangier, labor strikes in Chicago and meatpacking houses, typhoons of news from Japan to Europe, economic swindles, and health crises amid the ongoing conflicts. Details include Port Arthur losses, Russian troop dispositions, and inflationary effects on U S and British markets.
In St. Petersburg on July 19 experts who earlier criticized General Kuropatkin’s Far East strategy now say his plans have proven sound as events unfold. They note he has navigated dangers well and that perceived mistakes resemble prudent military judgment rather than errors.
In Liao Yang on July 18 General Samsonoff halted a Japanese advance toward Yinkow on July 11. Cossacks ambushed the Japanese column, putting about 1,000 out of action. Marshy coastal terrain hampered the invaders and retreat, while Russian artillery proved decisive. Russians reported six killed and seven wounded.
A Seoul Herald dispatch reports Japan has hoisted its national flag on Rose Island in Chemulpo harbor. Corean fortifications still fly the Corean ensign, while Japanese symbols dominate. Ongoing native protests oppose a concession for stream and vacant land rights, as the Japanese minister urges a favorable Corean reply citing finance and development concerns. Salvage work continues on the sunken Variag with hopes of upright positioning this month, while the Sungari salvage progresses rapidly.
General Kuropatkin uses large scale reconnaissance to gauge enemy strength and disturb Japanese siege plans at Port Arthur. His retreating column draws Japanese forces away from Lia Yang to Mukden, while 50,000 European Russian troops reach Liao Yang in a month, enabling a potential crushing battle. All Russia awaits the outcome with confidence.
Morning Star reports a Russian volunteer fleet steamer with naval flag bound north visible near Jabel Teir and Jabel Zugur in the Red Sea. At dusk a cruiser with three funnels and two masts was seen off Jabel Zugur and at midnight a torpedo boat twisted away. Both vessels appeared to be cruising.
Berlin reports that the Russian volunteer steamer Smolensk intercepted the North German Lloyd steamer Prinz Heinrich in the Red Sea. A German newspaper calls for a speedy explanation of the Russian action against the emperor's flag, warning against disavowal and future repeats.
In Wait for Russian Shipa Odewm Russia July 19 The Russian steamer Trouver, recently arrived from the Persian Gulf, reports English rumors that six armed Japanese merchantmen lie in wait for Russian ships in the Red Sea and Persian Gulf.
July 18 Panama reports a governor decree to establish a canal zone custom house provokes panic among Panama and Colon merchants who fear national commerce collapse. Canal authorities and papers stress risk to republic. steamer City of Pekin faces Panama port protest over treaty jurisdiction.
Vice Admiral Skrydioff was given a great ovation at a Vladivostok fete under the Thirtieth rifle regiment. Cars were pulled by regimental officers and men after horses were removed. He telegraphed General Kuropatkin that the assembly drank to the Manchurian army and to the officers and men, praising their strategic and tactical ability.
July 18 report from St. Petersburg notes growing discouragement among even the staunch war supporters as Russia is portrayed as backward politically economically and socially with only a remote chance to rally in time to thwart Japan. The article cites Finance Minister Witte declaring Rome was already beaten.
Owing to a long dry spell fires rage along the coast. A bush fire at Walfleohn hay destroys a large area. Settlers at Roberts creek escape with their lives as their properties are burned. Reports arrive by steamer.
The article argues farmers should welcome city allies in road improvement. It contrasts proposals that tax farmers versus those lifting costs via state and national aid. It warns opponents sow discord and urges farmers to seek federal and state support for general road upgrades.
Chicago reports from Nin Chwang dated July 16 describe Kuropatkin under pressure near Ta Teche Kiao as Japanese feints and rapid movements confuse Russian plans. Japanese forces reportedly advance in three columns toward Mai cheng and Liao Yang while reinforcements head from Kaiping. Russians hold positions bewildered at Ta Tehe Kiao with few troops remaining.
A wharf is under construction at Chatalmi to land lumber and canal supplies. Panamanian residents fear it will become a stepping stone to a U S port at Colon. An order requiring vessels from La Boca to show clearance papers from U S authorities is criticized as treaty violation.
British Roet sightings indicate a cruiser presence in Yang Tung bay about 20 miles from Wei Hai Wei during a week marked by mystery. Reports say Chinese refugees arriving at Port Arthur claim Japan has recaptured two strongholds, Forts Fourteen and Seven, from earlier positions.
Chefoo reports the United States cruiser Raleigh has arrived there as of July 16. The Chefoo correspondent of the Standard notes the arrival of the American warship during a period of shifting naval activity in the region.
Twenty two people die and seventy injured as an excursion train collides with a freight train near Glenwood on the Chicago & Eastern Minors line during a Sunday school picnic. The crash follows the breakdown of a freight train and a broken coupling, sending the excursion onto a south bound track where it strikes the backing freight.
In St Petersburg July 15 General Oku from the south and General Nodixu from the east tighten around Ta Tehe Kino where General Kuropatkin is believed entrenched. About 130000 troops engage as outposts sit 15 miles apart. Japanese effort centers on Ta Tehe Kino and Haleheng with northern operations paused amid logistical delays and potential bombardment from the Pkhamlin pier area.
Advices from Northern Pacific headquarters report the heaviest canned meat order ever sent across the Pacific. About 1,000,000 pounds of canned beef were loaded aboard the Shaw route steamer at Puget Sound for Yokohama to support the Japanese army. The Chicago to Pacific transit used 40 refrigerator cars in special trains.
London reports the foreign office weighing a protest over the Dardanelles passage by the volunteer fleet. Officials confirm St Petersburg and Constantinople may be targets of the diplomatic action tied to operations of ships traveling near two Turkish vessels.
In mid July reports suggest England and Germany may form a pro Anglo German amity that could threaten Japan. Tokyo would welcome any extension of a Pacific wave to include Russia, as such shifts impact Japan's aims and regional balance.
In a dispatch from St Petersburg dated July 19 General Sakalaroff confirms the Japanese occupation of Kalehou. He reports Russian losses as six wounded and notes enemy positions along the Kantkho river with heavy fighting near Kaiehou and subsequent retirements to held positions at Tehjontenandiandia and Datehapi.
Washington reports a prospective settlement in the Acre boundary dispute between Brazil and Peru. The rubber rich territory has long strained relations between the two nations. Rio Janeiro and Petrópolis hosted talks, with Brazil and Peru reportedly reaching an agreement on disputed questions, though details remain unavailable.
Vienna dispatch reports American Minister Leishman handed a note to the Porte demanding prompt settlement of the school question. The United States fleet may enter Turkish waters. The Sultan ordered the Grand Vizier to comply with demands for privileges of American schools and colleges, equal practice for American professionals, and direct access of the American minister to the Sultan in official matters.
London dispatch reports King Leopold time deciding to reform the Congo Free State judiciary to avoid British consular tribunals. Going forward only judges and magistrates from the Belgian court will preside in the Congo Free State to ensure justice for all foreigners.
London reports that anti Christian riots erupted at Chaoyuan about 66 miles west of Chefoo. American Consul General John Fowler relayed news that Taotai ordered troops and authorities at Hwang Heien and Tengchow to prepare aid if needed. Foreign residents believed safe. The cause of unrest is unclear.
A Russian volunteer fleet steamer named moonak sailed from Smolensk to Port Said after delivering two Reidren pilots. The vessel departed Lebantopol on July 6 and is reported to have passed Nowphorne and be en route to await the Russian squadron arrival.
Special dispatches from Tokio report Japanese forces captured eight guns during the July 4 action around Port Arthur and that they reconnoitered from a war balloon.
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