Port Arthur Blocked by Japanese Bravery and Strategy
London dispatches report strong Japanese moves at Port Arthur with the harbor allegedly sealed and daylight attacks chosen over night methods. Correspondents note Russian denials and speculate on railroad material captured and the strategic rail line to the Yalu. Japanese forces are said to be within 18 miles of Fang Wang Cheng as further engagements loom.
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Port Arthur
Toklo
Daily Telegraph
Perimeton
Daily Chronicle
Stin
Yalu
Standard
Tientsin
Manchuria
Japanese assault on Port Arthur fails, fireships sunk
Port Arthur reports a dawn attack by Japanese forces on May 5. Shots echoed from harbor batteries and warships as fireships moved in from Golden Hill. About four fireships of roughly 4000 tons each engaged, two torpedo boats were sunk, eight fireships sunk, and many crew casualties noted as the Japanese withdrew damaged.
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Port Arthur
Liao Tishan
Golden Hill
Boundary survey plans for Alaska-BC line joint effort
Vancouver May 5 W F King of the Canadian boundary commission heads to arrange dispatch of three Canadian survey parties to work with American surveyors delimiting the Canada Alaska boundary under the London award. Two Canadian and two U S parties will survey near the Lyon canal Chilkat river and on the Stikine while about 550 miles around Mount. Elias will be covered only where travel and prospecting are likely. J J McArthur travels from Ottawa to relocate the BC Washington Idaho boundary.
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B. C
W. Fking
Eurveyore
United States
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Chilkat River
Stikine
Mount &J. Elias
Rivera
J. J. McArthur
British Columbia
Ottawa
Washington
Idaho
Russian Losses at Kin Lien Cheng Reported Higher
The Kin Lien Cheng battle line counted 2,000 Ronian troops and 40 officers, an official Maj Gen Kashtalinsky estimate. Over 700 wounded were at Feng Wang Cheng, with Japanese losses deemed colossal. The figures shocked authorities yet praised Russian bravery as the Yalu crossing was delayed.
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St. Petersburg
Yalu
Berlin torpedo boats and destroyers built for Russia
Berlin reports Vulkan Shipbuilding works prepare sections for torpedo boats and destroyers for the Russian government. Machinery included, to be sent to Liban for completion or by rail to Port Arthur or Vladivostok. No official opinion on neutrality possible.
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Vulkan Shipbuilding Company
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Port Arthur
Vladivostok
Port Arthur bombardment and anti-Russian campaign update
Port Arthur reports no new developments since May 3 attack. Russian big guns and ship batteries fired about 4,500 shots during the bombardment. The Russo press notes anti Russian activity led by Yuan Shikai and General Ma. Berlin dispatch notes German liners arriving at Libau to be fitted for war.
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Yuan Shikai
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Libau
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Columbia
Storm Breaks Out Again Near Buena Vista
Storm resumes in Buena Vista Colorado on May 6 with heavy mountain snowfall and six feet of accumulation. Valleys see deep snow while ground remains five to six inches deep as authorities fear for the Twin Lakes reservoir. Colorado Midland abandons tracks, using Rio Grande lines. Rio Grande trains run 12 hours behind schedule. Colorado Southern reports no Gunnison branch trains since Monday due to deep tunnel snow.
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Paris May 5 Dispatch Blames General for Refusal to Retreat
Paris reports from St. Petersburg that General Zascaliteh is blamed for not retreating in time despite orders. Japanese artillery with 18 siege guns landed on the Corean bank of the Yalu from Yokohama by gunboats and used long range to silence Russian batteries on the opposite shore.
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Corean
Yalu
Victory Complete as Japanese Cross to Islands Above Wiju
Tokyo reports the May 1 breakthrough with a 20 mile front from Antung to Mako. The Twelfth division crossed the Yalu above Wiju, seized Tiger’s Hill, then struck across rivers and entrenchments as the Guards and Second division pushed inland toward Anning. Russian forces retreated under the three point assault.
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Mako
British press praises Japanese Yalu victory and Kurdli strategy
London dispatches report London editorials praising General Kurdli's tactics and the Japanese triumph on the Yalu river. They note British doubt about allied troops' capacity against Russians and expect rapid Japanese advance on Feng Wang Cheng. The victory is seen as shocking European capitals and complicating Russia's loan efforts.
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Yalu
Tokio
Kurdli
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Feng Wang Cheng
Russia
Path Finder Reservoir to Span Wyoming and Nebraska
The secretary of the interior has set aside provisionally one million dollars for the Path Finder reservoir on the North Platte River in Wyoming. The project aims to supply all lands under it in Wyoming and expand coverage into Western Nebraska to irrigate extensive arid and semi arid areas.
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Nebraska
Kouropatkin Questions Siege of Port Arthur
Paris dispatch says General Kouropatkin telegraphed the emperor expressing dissatisfaction that the Japanese crossed the Yalu as it lengthens their line. He will likely permit Kuroki to advance on Port Arthur while Smyrnoff and Stoessel deploy 33 000 men to block Japanese reach.
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Yalu
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Stoeseel
Insurance Premiums to Rise in West by 20 Percent
Chicago May 5 premium hikes discussed by union fire insurers to raise rates at least 20 percent in the West within a month. By June Chicago St Louis Denver Salt Lake City San Francisco and other large western cities likely to see higher policies.
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Flooding in Florence from Green Horn cloud burst
A cloud burst in the Green Horn range eight miles south of Florence caused the Arkansas River to rise eight to nine feet in under an hour. The flood damaged infrastructure with a bridge washed out, railroad bridges at Banta Fe and Florence & Cripple Creek in danger, and streets and cellars flooded. Business suspended.
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Denver Storm Delays Railways and Damages Orchards
A heavy storm across the plains and mountains in Colorado caused washouts and railway damage with widespread rain. No accidents reported though hail and high winds damaged orchards and gardens. Moisture will benefit ranges and agricultural areas.
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Denver
New Russian Battleship Orel Beached on Neva Bar
May 4 report from St. Petersburg says the battleship Orel is aground on a sandbar in the Neva while finishing touches are applied. The Ermak has been sent from Constadt to aid tugs in refloating the vessel.
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Japanese forces cross the Yalu near Wiju in dawn assault
Advices report the Japanese Twelfth division forced a Yalu crossing above Wiju just before dawn Saturday. A second pontoon bridge near Wiju was finished by 6 pm, and imperial guards crossed. The Rumian left flank is turned, a general attack began at dawn, with batteries and gunboats supporting the thrust. The Japanese hold advantage in position and numbers and expect to rout the enemy.
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Yalu
Wiju
Wijuwaa
Imperial Guards
Russian retreat at Torenchen after Yalu bombardment
May 3 report from St. Petersburg states Japanese field batteries and 47 guns opened a heavy shelling on Torenchen and nearby positions on the Yalu. General Sassalitch ordered a retreat from Torenchen while maintaining the Potientensky road as Russian troops pull back in good order to a second line. fighting continues at Potientensky and Tching u.
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Turenchen
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Schakhedsky
Potientensky and
Tchingu
FLEET IN QUESTION IN THE SEA OF JAPAN
A St. Petersburg dispatch cites Viceroy Alexieff noting the Japanese squadron off Vladivostok changes Togo’s plans to halt raids in the Sea of Japan. It says Japanese aim to trap Russian ships in harbor while Russian Rear Admiral Zener may maneuver to counter. Paren is expected to risk a sea raid against a superior force.
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Alexieff
Vladivostok
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Sea of Japan
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Official Directory Sixth Judicial District Chewit
Recalver. Sixth Judicial District, Chewit Judge rich representatives freeanenrien We B. Elis Prosecuting Attorney. T. G. Hatley.
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Freeanenrien We B. Elis
T. G. Hatley
Louisiana Purchase Exposition Opens in St Louis
Fair gates open as the Louisiana Purchase Exposition formally begins on May 2 in St Louis. The inaugural exercises proceed without delay under orderly army guard, with perfect weather and crowd control. At 12 15 p m the White House wire confirms the official opening to President Roosevelt. The crowd size matches last year’s dedication.
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The Milwaukee Pioneer Limited Railway Ad
The Milwaukee is a familiar name for the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway. It runs the Pioneer Limited trains daily between St. Paul and Chicago and Omaha and Chicago. Connections with all Transcontinental lines ensure the best service. Luxurious coaches, electric lights, steam heat, and unmatched comfort. Ensure your ticket reads via The Milwaukee for any U.S. or Canadian destination. Tickets sold by all agents.
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Rates and contact for pamphlets information
For rates and information address J. W. Casey H 8 Rows Tray Pas Agent General Agent Portland Oregon.
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Oregon Lands Canceled for School Land Program
Washington May 3 The secretary of the interior affirmed the general land office decision canceling two Oregon selections under lists 434 and 444 for school lands relinquished to the government. List 434 is rejected because the lands are in unsurveyed townships and list 444 canceled since the base lands were used for a prior indemnity selection.
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Russian press approves government stance on peace terms
St. Petersburg notes report the press unopposed on mediation ban and urges powers to stay hands off as peace terms settle. The Svet mys claims Russia will claim Pacific spoils without sharing victory, signaling relief across the country. Paris dispatch cites Echo de Paris on Petropavlovek minefield site, noting Japanese mines found and cleared at Port Arthur.
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