Czar Orders Humane Manchuria Policy Amid War Notes
New York Herald reports Russian decrees urge evacuation of Manchuria when possible and forbid looting or harming natives. Orders to General Grodekoff and Admiral Alexieff emphasize strict discipline, protection of civilians, and restraint, with troops urged to be firm only against Chinese forces. Information claims these instructions were observed in practice.
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New Transport Wagon Aids Outposts In Field Duty
A new military transport and shelter wagon designed after the Transvaal experience carries four tons of stores and shelters 50 men with a 40 gallon water cistern on each side. It forms a 50 man tent, supports rifle racks, and can provide rations for 100 days for a 40 man detachment. The design suits outpost duty or field batteries and can be horse or traction engine driven.
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New York Sun
Sheffield
England
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