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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1905
Page
1
Soldiers in guard regiments mutilate themselves to avoid deployment as regiments are sent to war. Reports say some cut off fingers while others used drugs to induce heart palpitations. Investigations are underway into the widespread practice.
Dispatch from St Petersburg quotes close circle advisers to the czar stating peace is impossible and continuing the war is necessary to uphold government and army prestige. The report notes influence in favor of war has prevailed over diplomacy.
Paris March 27 dispatch says the French Foreign Office renews assurance that nothing new is undertaken there regarding peace negotiations.
St Petersburg reports General Batianoff has been appointed to command the third infantry division in March. The exciting change signals a shift in leadership within the army ranks and expectations rise for the unit’s upcoming duties.
Adolph Weber, convicted of murdering his mother, was not sentenced as planned in Auburn California. Judge Prewitt's illness caused the delay and sentencing will likely occur Monday. Weber's attorneys will move for a ventral.
The March 27 report says Baron Von Nolken survived a bomb attack when a device exploded behind his carriage. Incendiary literature is being spread by revolutionaries exploiting the turmoil. The bomber remains at large as authorities search for clues.
In Yalta Crimea on March 27 rioters destroyed warehouses and Rodda shops, burned several stores, and attacked the police station. Troops guard government buildings as reinforcements are ordered to quell the unrest.
Washington March 27 Secretary Tait acting as Secretary of State Assistant Secretary Atlee and Senator Spooner of the foreign relations committee held a conference with the President. Be y Talban announced a proposal for appointing an American to head Santo Domingo customs and supervise payment of American and European claims, but no conclusion reached.
Reports claim a possible clash between Admiral Koresteensky and Admiral Togo near the Indian Ocean while Mauritius scouting vessels are denied. Adm Rojestvenky reportedly stays out of the way awaiting peace talks, and sinking rumors of Sissovitsky and Navarin are dismissed as likely false. Nebogatof division ships are said to trail as convoy protection rather than bolster the fleet.
The Hamburg American liner Pretoria arrived from Hamburg after a harsh voyage starting March 12. Constant westerly gales and head seas battered the ship. one seaman was washed overboard and three births occurred during the passage. Lieutenant Wargo of the Russian army was among the passengers en route to San Francisco to oversee transport affairs.
An explosion in the East River tunnel this morning blew the tunnel top and seriously injured five workers. Heavy air pressure forced a worker upward through the river to breathe and he was rescued with debris.
Secretary Taft announces retirement of current Panama Canal Commission members and rapid appointment of successors within days. Judge Charles E. Magoon expected as new commissioner and canal zone governor with minister to Panama. Chief engineer Wallace to be retained as supreme in engineering matters.
Reports from Mombasa state thirty four collier ships anchor at Jibutel awaiting Rozhdestvensky fleet. Most are German vessels, indicating German merchant tonnage aiding the Russian squadron.
The Weaton Leader praises Union County Superintendent Bragg under the heading At Normal School. His chapel talk urged teaching boys and girls to become honest moral people and to value honest work as the best thing in the world.
Queen Alexandra of Great Britain departed Lisbon today for Cadiz where King Charles and Queen Amelia of the Portuguesa family bade her farewell at the pier. She will meet the Countess of Paris in Cadiz before continuing to Gibraltar, expected to arrive March 28.
A Louisville and Nashville freight train derailed ten cars after a collision five miles from Clarksville. Four men died and one was seriously injured. Early reports list Engineer Murray, Ireman Fox and two unnamed workers among the deceased.
In Cleveland on March 27 Mrs Chadwick refused leave from county jail to attend a Federal Court motion for a new trial claiming neuralgia. Federal authorities prepared to use force if needed, but her lawyers advised against protest and she appeared as advised. Attorneys Sullivan, Garry, Dewaley and Wing represented her at the hearing.
In Reno on March 27, Z rn Hamilton killed his seven year old son with a hammer and wounded the boy’s mother in the same attack. Hamilton then shot himself. Jealousy is suspected. the couple had recently reconciled after a divorce suit.
Milwaukee records show former alderman Charles F Hagener, ex-owner of the Milwaukee American Association baseball club, jailed for two years in the house of correction after he accepted a $100 bribe in exchange for advancing special privileges.
The Federal Grand Jury resumed its investigation into the beef trust today. It added advisors for future inquiries with District Attorney Baxter of Omaha and Assistant District Attorney Goodman of Chicago assisting. The probe may extend two more months before turning to railroad private car lines. Mrs M O Perry, formerly of Baker City, visited Chicago yesterday and returned home this morning.
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