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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1905
Page
1
London dispatch says Russian army reached safety while irregulars and stragglers were cut off by Japanese. The rendezvous site is not disclosed as forces moved along multiple roads parallel to the railway. Irregulars operating eastward were cut off before Mukden news arrived and retreated northeast toward Kirin.
Tokyo reports revised figures put Japanese casualties at Mukden around 50 000. Russian losses through Tie Ling are tallied at 176 000 killed wounded or captured.
London reports a cannonading seven miles south of Tie Pass fuels belief in military circles that General Renenkamp’s Russian division has arrived at Tie Pass, a retreat rendezvous, perhaps leading to capitulation. Liban telegram notes difficulty organizing a fourth squadron due to lack of seamen and inexperience crews.
Dispatch from Guo Sha Paes reports our rear guard occupying Aiping Ha seventy miles north of Tie Ling. Japanese forces follow but at a slow pace after four days of rest at Jie Ling and Tie Lang. The army reforms and recovers from recent setbacks amid difficult marching and desertion of livestock due to exhaustion.
A dispatch from St Petersburg reports General Kuropatkin arrived yesterday to assume command of the fires army near Tie Pass, 108 miles north. Troops gave him a great ovation as this large railroad hub hosts a vast army camp with extensive facilities. The night air carries distant gunfire on the right flank today.
General Livevitoh reports that Monday Ruoselan advance post observed Japanese cavalry in large numbers behind which many infantry bodies appeared near Machantzy. Interpreted as Kawamora’s army preparing an enveloping move from the Russian rear. Fears raised for the probable outcome.
Reliable front reports indicate the Japanese vanguard remains on the March near Kaynon. No trace of the enemy south of the great walls. Indications show the Russians have formed a catund between Chang Chin and Kiren and are building defenses along that line.
President Roosevelt appoints Henry L Vlain as postmaster of Tacoma Washington the move announced today.
Three of the six soldiers wounded by a bomb thrown from a window in Vievsk Fest have died. No arrests or clues to the perpetrators. investigation ongoing as of today.
Washington March 22 The District Court of Appeals reversed a lower court ruling in the John W Hays et al case and held the Hays faction to be the lawful officers of the Knights of Labor. The dispute stemmed from a split within the organization.
San Francisco March 22 The commissioner of public works Frank Maestri was indicted on a charge of fraud in the recent primary election and a warrant was issued for his arrest.
Reports from Chanute Kansas say a new suit will be filed by the county against railways and Standard Oil due to discord within the Kansas oil producers association. Local producers protest the removal of special prosecutor Frank Monett who was asked to withdraw because of his sensational methods.
Robbers last night murdered J W Shamate merchant of Volios while he slept in his store. Entry by force pried the front door open. A shotgun with one barrel fired lay by his side and a revolver with five chambers empty was found in the store.
New York March 22 The court for Nan Patterson states they have new evidence that will free the actress when she is brought to trial again for the murder of Caesar Young. The evidence is said to show Young owned a revolver, a fact the prosecution has denied. The courtroom return is planned for early April.
Within 24 hours two young couples arrested in Los Angeles on burglary charges confessed. Mr and Mrs Malling and Mr and Mrs Dayene Hi Allen, both under 25, admitted robbing a Los Angeles high school commercial department and stealing four typewriters. Allen’s wife initially aided but claimed she acted unassisted before confessing fully.
A group of several families arrived from Lincoln County Oklahoma this morning hoping to settle in the Grande Ronde valley. They cite malaria concerns as a reason for leaving Oklahoma and seek housing while evaluating local conditions. Also noted, N E K Weat today bought T N Stubblefield’s bankrupt stock of cheer with an advertisement forthcoming.
An accord signed at Italiigak assigns the Mullah a settled region in Bomalian land under Italian protection. He binds to maintain peace toward Britain and Italy, with free commerce except arms and slaves. Italy appoints a resident and guards the protectorate tribes from raids.
Police and private detectives prepare final Branford case report while continuing to probe how poison entered Stanford’s mineral eater and carbonate of soda. Bertha Berner and other witnesses are released from custody as Stanford students hold a mass meeting and honor the deceased.
At eleven forty this forenoon the Ohio River stage stood at forty two feet and rising two inches per hour. The crest is expected tonight as flood districts endure hardship. gas shortages mount while weather grows colder and railroads remain tied up.
New Cantre England March 22. The Japanese battleship Kashima was launched today at Blewick shipyards. It is described as one of the most powerful vessels of its class now on the waters.
The principal defense deposition in the sole divorce case was torn up this morning by Judge Ridgely over Col. Cody's attorney objections. A brief period remains for argument, with a decision expected Saturday.
On March 22 the President reappointed James Wickersham as Judge of the Third District of Alaska, strengthening the territory's judicial leadership.
Lincoln March 22 The senate passed the Christian Science bill already approved by the house. It requires all healers to complete a four year medical course and to pass the examination required of regular practicing physicians.
The Matin reports Ambassador Jusserand will confer with President Roosevelt today about the Venezuela dispute. France will allow events to proceed so no ultimatum is sent.
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