29 May 1905
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1905
Page
1
In London a yacht named Atlantic wins the ocean race and claims the Kaiter’s Cup. Americans note the victory as a major maritime feat. Several global items mention tensions after Japan’s victory over Russia stirring press unease.
A long, fragmented dispatch discusses Japanese strategic aims and potential actions against Britain, the United States, and other powers. It notes shifting naval power, fears of expansion, and calls for united action by Britain and allies to avert a broader conflict. mentions a delegate election and a new timetable for the Vincennes division with minor schedule changes.
Reports from Scripps press describe Admiral Togo's squadron overwhelming Admiral Rojestvensky's Baltic Fleet. Key ships sunk or captured include the large Russian battle line, with 12 ships lost or seized. Neigboring advisories indicate Nebogatoff captured, Vladivostok threatened, and Japanese pursuit of remaining vessels.
Washington blitz of interest as reports claim Japanese victory in the Korean strait. President seeks details on alleged sinking of an American merchant ship. Russian reaction expected, possible protest, while officials await fuller facts and next steps.
A garbled report from an AP style dispatch notes Japanese students celebrating a presumed victory as a political statement against Russia. The fragment mentions Admiral Hrestvemsky and Admiral Versartney in a context suggesting a resistance to Russian influence, but many passages are unreadable.
American boat reported sunk by Russians, according to Ecripps-Avrak Press Association. Washington dispatch dated May 9 notes not since the latest wartime events has there been such concern, outlining the developing naval confrontation and its potential implications.
War report outlines possible Russian demands after Ta government win. It notes indemnity of eleven million, conquest of Port Arthur and territories in Manchuria, plus potential cessions of Saghalin and Noatok. Estimated Russian casualties reach around two thousand with ships Amerakhimoff loss.
Candidates Frank Stalnaker and Charles Humble Walter line up as Republicans for mayor as ward and precinct readers organize. Edwin Logadon and managers press for headquarters by week’s end. Primary timing set after three weeks. committee advocates vow readiness and coordination across wards with volunteers serving without pay.
Mrs Nelie Reisner seeks custody of her daughter Bertha in a divorce case filed in Montana. Judge McMaster of the supreme court granted custody after a separation weeks ago. Reisner asserts she married Herma Wotsyer and alleges continued hardship as she and Bertha left the runaway scene amid disputes over alimony and residence.
Street filth prompted a board inquiry into sanitation outside Captolave. A bystander suffered a compound fracture after a fall near Market and Althama. William Dickerenn collapsed on Delaware Street in front of a funeral home, dying at the scene. Albert Wamiffote files a $49,000 slander suit against Aaron Kenoyer over a cash register accusation.
In Indianapolis Ronk Waker and Stalnaker prepare their lines for the final contest at the polls. Also in Indianapolis a Nalco rack elevation remonstrance hearing is postponed for a month. A Mis teant attempts to kill maple trees on Rayst. James Kelley, six, at 2211 Capitol Avenue, sprains from a fist blow by George Shipman. Mrs Zelma Hescke hangs herself at her home on Alabama Street due to ill health and homesickness.
Railroad representatives from Pennsylvania and related firms urged a postponement before the Board of Works to allow a month for investigation of proposed track elevation changes. The board granted up to three weeks, with a possible extension if needed, to prepare.
Heavy local rains occupied the central and eastern portions of the corn and wheat region. Rain totals from the Omaha district include Auburn 2 68, Colinius 2 38, Geand Taland fen, Sioux 4 14, with 14 feet marked at Untenvite in the St Louis district. Sundry regional notes mention cooler conditions and showers into Monday morning. A sports shop ad details fishing tackle and gasoline offerings at Washington Street and Park Theater vicinity.
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