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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1905
Page
1
The Chronicle reports renewed fighting around Mukden with heavy artillery as Russian retreat implications emerge. Telegrams from Tokio claim Kuropatkin plans to withdraw to Tiepass Fushun, while St Petersburg notes possible loss of the Russian centre and capture of thirteen siege guns, signaling a likely defeat.
Four men including John White head and John McEachran face grand jury action this week on larceny charges from F. M. Bill & Co. Desmond and Sabourin, charged with receiving stolen property, were also continued to March 14. Creem discharged on receiving charges after wire theft linked to Boston & Lowell rail line. Multiple witnesses testified about copper wire thefts and sales.
St Petersburg dispatch reports Gen Kuropatkin’s position deteriorating as Japanese forces push from the west and east near Mukden. Russian reserves rush to safeguard communications while retreat rumors spread amid a failing counterstroke and possible withdrawal of center forces.
From Tokio a March 7 report says Japan is certain Field Marshal Oyama will defeat General Kuropatkin, with Mukden and a riverline potentially secured and large Russian losses cited. The article notes Fushun defense and extensive fighting east and south of Fushun, while Japanese spoils of war are expected to be heavy.
A terse ad style line touts endless pursuit with a playful pledge Never give up and suggests the product as a steadfast companion in daily life The fragment hints at persistent consumer zeal for a tonic brand without offering concrete details or dates.
Washington reports George B. Cortelyou took the oath as postmaster general at 10.20 am in the post office department office in the presence of Robert Wynne. Mrs. Cortelyou and relatives attended as Cortelyou outlined plans to retire from the Republican committee chair. Harry New of Indianapolis will become acting committee chairman. Senate actions were expected on multiple appointments including Charles H. Treat as treasurer and Charles W. Anderson as New York revenue collector. Frank Hitchcock named first assistant postmaster general and to retire from the Republican committee post.
Washington March 7 T St John Gaffney of New York was named consul general at Dresden Saxony yesterday. He was in error listed among the consuls in the press list.
The latest estimate places liabilities at 1,000,000 dollars for the Bank of Yarmouth and the firm Redding and Son boot and shoe manufacturers, which suspended yesterday. W. S. Stavert of St John, formerly manager of the Boston branch of the Bank of Nova Scotia, today assumed charge as receiver.
Washington March 7 The senate committee on foreign relations formally took up the Santo Domingo protocol. Amendments were offered to adjust phrasing but not the policy, with a proposal to strike words defining the Monroe doctrine deemed superfluous by several senators. The cabinet welcomed visitors to greet President Roosevelt who discussed the treaty with lawmakers. The consensus among senators including Allison Spooner Nelson Clapp Carter Hopkins and Hansborough favored ratification within a reasonable time, with likely amendments before final approval.
Edwardsville Illinois March 7 Victory Bateman the well known actress was seriously burned in an unexplained fire at her room in the Leland hotel She retired to her room complain of ill health a messenger found the bed clothes afire and alarm was raised The landlord Mr Clark and others rescued her with difficulty burning the lower limbs and legs from foot to knee while her hands were scarred She inhaled smoke and was unconscious for some time
The Company C contingent, which had traveled to the inaugural parade in Washington, returned home this morning.
Mrs. Mary Rogers of 819 Lawrence Street was advised by Dr. E J Welch to travel to the Pasteur Institute in New York for hydrophobia treatment. The biting dog was killed and sent to rendering, with no definitive brain analysis available to confirm infection, though other hydrophobia cases have appeared in Lowell. Dr. Eaton and Dr. Peters consulted, urging prompt travel for treatment and noting uncertainty about inoculation status or brain tests.
Agent Richardson of the Humane Society received word at noon that a mad dog was roaming Central Ville. The dog was detained at 56 Fremont Street and Richardson went to the house. No word had been heard from the dog's owner about its ailment.
Palestine Texas March 7 Mrs John H Reagan refused the examiner request that the state be permitted to conduct the funeral of the late Hon John H Reagan The ceremony will be held Wednesday afternoon by the Masons with Henry Bates Stoddard officiating The governor and many leading Texans will attend
Liverpool report notes a London conference of steamship company representatives led to expected fare increases. Main shifts include transatlantic steerage rates up 5 dollars to 12.50 depending on class, with second cabin fares rising by 5 dollars.
A warrant has been issued for Eva C. Littlefield age 16 who left her home at 4 Fifth Street under peculiar circumstances about three weeks ago.
Berlin report says the appropriations committee rejected the government's measure to add 28 cavalry squadrons despite protests from War Minister Von Einem. In contrast the expansions to infantry and artillery establishments were approved, signaling the government likely will not accept the defeat.
Inspectors Grenin and Conway from Boston and O Day of Worcester testified today at the police station before the grand jury in the Jonson case. Jonson is described as an alleged Boston keyworker.
Mrs Nellie Keefe, presumed missing after a days long disappearance, has returned to her Mt Hope Street home with her family. She recounts a South Boston visit with friend and Mr Edgar Gordon, noting they were part of a theatre party but separated during the show. Gordon's whereabouts remain unknown and Mrs Blaisdell, her mother, is recovering from illness.
Mayor Casey vetoes the tax list order and the council will decide tonight. A two thirds vote is needed to override. Republican Councilmen Cheney and Hayes split on the issue with Cheney opposing printing the list and Hayes backing the tax order.
Two men waited for His Honor at city hall and asked for clothes they claim to have left at a farm. Mayor Casey will travel to Boston to attend a hearing on annexing Dracula to Lowell, arguing against the move due to costs. A city hall discussion on unlimited license in Lowell is set for tomorrow night.
Fire destroyed the Sheridan house and Brooks restaurant on Main street Berlin New Hampshire March 7 forcing hotel guests to flee in their nightclothes. No injuries reported though adjacent buildings suffered minor damage. Total loss about 30000 dollars with partial insurance.
Leominster reports the death of Dr. Martin H. Tierney a 45 year old Lowell native and College of Physicians and Surgeons graduate after a carbuncle on his neck worsened into blood poisoning triggered by irritation from a collar button. He left a widow and two children.
Memphis Tennessee March 7 announcement states the sale of the Memphis Street Railway Company to Ford Bacon and Davis of New York City. Outsiders estimate the purchase price at about 4.5 million dollars.
Rockland Maine March 7 Coroner M P Judkins traveled to Vinal Haven at chairman A L Pierce request to investigate a suspected foul play in the death of 65 year old Mrs Andrew King at her Lake Street home Her husband says she died after a fall on the ice last Thursday with several bruises noted in report
Boston March 7 William H Bartlett a lawyer was disbarred in Massachusetts courts by Judge Richardson on petition of the Boston Bar association. Bartlett had been sentenced to state prison for five to seven years after pleading guilty to the larceny of 8500 from a Boston manufacturing company.
Utica March 7 John J Dunphy harness manufacturer at Marathon has filed for bankruptcy. Liabilities total 231722 with assets of 125787. He maintains sales rooms at 99 Gold Street New York and 12 South Street Aston.
Five thousand Interborough Rapid Transit Company workers began a citywide walkout at 4 am, crippling subway and elevated rail lines. Strike breakers were brought in by steamship, trains ran irregularly, and police guarded stations. Public traffic shifted to surface lines as shoppers faced disruption across Manhattan and the outer boroughs.
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