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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1904
Page
7
Iowa Senate floor action covered appropriations for Knoxville home for the dips, a new county book exam bill, liquor regulation measures, rail and river work, and state institution funding. The session debated taxes, education, and police rules while adjourning discussions toward April.
The sixth week of the war sees ongoing bombardments around Port Arthur and Dalny. Japanese forces under Admiral Togo land troops in Korea and clash with Russian torpedo boats in the Lao Thie Shan strait. Casualties include a woman killed and sailors wounded, with heavy losses reported on both sides as ships are sunk and bombardments intensify.
London Standard correspondent reports M. Lexsar in Pekin renewing protest against dispatch of Chinese forces beyond the great wall. Russia warns China to withdraw or face Russian troop movements toward Pekin. Japan lands troops in Korea as tensions escalate.
The Russian Viadivostok squadron, icebound in the harbor, blew its way out with dynamite and departed for an unnamed destination. Admiral Makaroff with the Rear squadron left Port Arthur on March 3 and sighted Admiral Togo’s scouts on March 13 before returning. An undetailed report says Vice Admiral Stark, relieved at Port Arthur, died by his own action.
The Manchurian com missariat service captain Ivkov was summarily court-martialed and executed for spying for Japan. Arrest records and documents found in Ivkov’s possession showed long term disclosure of military secrets. The announcement stated Ivkov had been excluded from service.
A compact guide lists places from Wei-Hai-Wei to Yusete, outlining coastal ports, rail plans, and military roles. It notes Wonsan as a treaty port with a major harbor, and Yokusuke as a key Japanese naval installation, with details on units and commanding figures.
Large orders for ammunition are reported with German firms. Russian refugees arrive in New York and recount the escape. A Russian force is stationed at a key fortified town. The Czar declines Red Cross offers for wartime aid. A 5,000 ton barley deal is closed for Russian troops. Russia builds armored trains modeled on British South Africa. Paris London Washington deny mediation talks. Advices from Manchuria praise Russian troops amid harsh conditions. Norwegian steamers report heavy Japanese bombardment and 127 killed. Korea’s trade chief cites Vladivostok note declaring Korea belligerent. U.S. State Department asserts China will maintain strict neutrality. Port Arthur copy cites viceroy appeal for volunteers and stern warning from Gen. Sterenel.
The passage stresses sleep's health importance and urges a fixed wake time to reset health. It notes most people feel languid on waking and may nap again, advising to sleep at a set hour each morning and go to bed when sleepy, preserving natural rhythms.
Mrs. A L Smith of West Pembroke Maine testifies her daughter aged thirteen suffered repeated cramps and yellowing then found relief after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. She used about a dozen boxes with no bad spells since and recommends the remedy to other mothers for a healthier future.
A fragmented tale from a local page recounts a comic courtship scene where a young man courts a girl, faces her ire, and is spurred by a social code urging bold action to win her favor. The dialogue rails against propriety as the couple tangles through misunderstanding and flirtation.
A schoolteacher tries to define the word borine and prompts students for clues. Silence prevails as she hints at animals, belts, and straps, until a student finally blurts out an answer with eager enthusiasm.
A doctor recounts personal health improvement after using Grape-Nuts daily since January 1899. He gained 36 pounds, citing sustained energy and support for patients, while noting multiple physicians prescribe it. The Battle Creek company and its promotional booklet are identified, urging readers to ask physicians about the science behind the cereal.
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