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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1904
Page
9
Reports from Chefoo and Shanghai confirm a Japanese assault on Port Arthur beginning before daybreak and continuing through the day. Japanese forces attacked the northwest main forts, with naval support aiding soldiers under Nogi. Two key forts near Sueizeyilg were taken as the operation advanced.
From St Petersburg reports say Japanese bombardment of Port Arthur continues with Stoessel telegrams noting repulsed attacks around redoubt No. 8. Russian defense guards against a possible storm by sea as Kuroki’s forces move toward Mukden, while Kuropatkin holds Tie Pass.
Telegraph dispatches from St. Petersburg dated September 22 describe Japanese forces advancing toward Baniputze and crossing the right bank of the Taitse river from Liao Yang. Soldiers, cossack patrols, and garrison actions near Port Arthur are noted with strong emphasis on combat losses and Br. Stoessel commends wounded and hardy troops.
The article notes sensational Thrust press claims of a Russo German secret understanding regarding the Far East. It says Germany appears friendly but denies overstepping neutrality. It recalls Germany’s role with France and Russia in pressuring Japan to abandon the Shimonoseki treaty, and comments on British correspondents’ slow realization of German help to Russia.
Russia declares Britain broke faith on the Tibetan treaty and orders Ambassador Benkendorff to lodge a protest at the British foreign office. The move signals Moscow will challenge Britain's Tibetan program and may reopen the issue when convenient. In Tokyo, Marshal Dynam reports trophies seized near Liao Yang including 353 houses, 214 warehouses, 58 000 square yards, 79 360 bushels of grains, 13 000 kerosene cases, 8 000 sugar cases, and 166 tons of coal.
A hermit from Mt Athos bestowed his blessing on Vice Admiral Skrydloff and the ships of his squadron in Vladivostok on September 22. The sacred act involved a holy image of the mother of God.
Washington reports Colonel R. M. Harrod, a Panama canal commissioner, believes the canal will be finished and opened to traffic in five years. He cites progress at the Culebra cut, plans for the entire canal, and reliance on labor saving machinery to reduce the needed workforce, with limited use of Jamaican and Panamanian labor.
The Free Thinkers meet at Pope Gregory XIII college in Rome marking the pope's temporal power fall. About 5,000 delegates attend including ten from America. Professor Sergi presides and argues science over superstition, condemns Catholicism, and calls for war avoidance and a united global brotherhood.
Mrs. Emma Stuckman of Nappanee is believed to hold a state and perhaps national record as a school teacher, entering her 100th term after fifty two years in the classroom. She began teaching at age 14 in a small Milford area log school and has raised two sons and a daughter while many relatives have been her pupils. She plans to teach this year in Elkhart county and expects to continue teaching.
Oyster Bay authorities and secret service officers apprehended J. E. Reeves, about 40, described as a dangerous crank, while he headed toward Sagamore Hill seeking to see the president. Justice Franklin deemed him insane and dangerous and sent him to Mineola for formal mental evaluation.
The weekly crop summary reports generally favorable conditions for harvests the week ending September 18. Frosts reach Oklahoma and Tennessee with little damage, while Wisconsin and the Dakotas see some late crop injury. Drought affects Ohio, lower Mississippi valleys, Oregon, and parts of Washington and New England storms cause notable damage. Cutting is widespread and spring wheat harvest mostly complete in several states ahead of threshing.
Des Moines reports variable temperatures with a frost on the twelfth. killing frost chiefly touches low lands and tender corn. Statewide damage not seen as serious, over half the crop matured, ten days of favorable weather likely safe, with progress in harvesting potatoes and apples and fall plowing well advanced. Vasturage noted at 90 percent.
The Nebraska weather and crop bureau reports cool start to the week, later warmth, with 85 to 90 degrees, scattered showers in the southeast. Frost widespread Wednesday, mostly light south and west but heavy in the northwest, with minor damage to tender vegetation. Corn maturing well, haying near completion, large potato yields. plowing and seeding progressing. In South Dakota and nearby, seven day outlook shows dry with light showers east, killing frost in Black Hills region, corn largely out of frost danger, small grains yielding well, hay nearly finished, pastures drying in the south, and millet harvest nearing end with generally good yields.
Three miners were crushed to death at the old Dover Iron mine in Hibernia New Jersey. One other miner was fatally injured and several others were hurt. The incident occurred on September 22 and authorities expect more deaths.
St Petersburg reports Kuropatkin to command two Russian armies with Linovitch likely leading the Manchurian force and Kuropatkin as chief commander. Reconnaissances near Yentai and Pentsizputsze show Japanese strength growing with casualties among Russians.
Berlin dispatch dated September 19 via Tageblatt correspondent Guedke reports Japanese forces advancing with a broad front from the Liao river to the mountains near the Fushan coal mines. Russian troops reportedly regained spirit while Chinese officials are suspected of aiding Japan.
Berlin dispatch notes Japanese patrols on the Hun river and three companies in junks. Liao Yang reportedly held by one company with 2000 troops north of it. Oyama’s HQ near Liao Yang. Russian artillery at Liao Yang on August 31 fired over 100000 rounds.
Reports from St. Petersburg on September 21 suggest a sudden call for guard regiment officers to report for front line service. Eight officers from each regiment, chosen by lot, may join regiments in the far east, stirring discontent as regimental unity risks division. Authorities could not confirm or deny the tale.
The Japanese organize a new maneuver aiming for Tieling with eastern circling and use of the Liao Ho river routes. They repair Liao Yang fortifications while resting a small force there, and deploy Chinese labor to strengthen defenses as Manchurian rail links from Dalny to Yinkow and Yinkow to Liao Yang proceed.
The War Office in St. Petersburg says General Kuropatkin has enough troops at Mukden but doubts a decisive battle will occur there. Indications point to Tie Pass as the main Russian position.
Admiral Goodrich reports to the navy department a parole agreement with Captain Berlinsky of the Russian vessel Lena. The officers and crew may stay within San Francisco during the war and cannot return to Russia until a Russia Japan settlement relieves U S responsibility.
Russia replies to British protest on contraband of war and confirms honoring the demand in the Knight Commander case. It upholds Admiral Jensen’s justification for sinking the steamer Vladi vostok squadron. Britain hopes for settlement via indemnity.
St Petersburg reports Russia’s answer to American notes on contraband of war. The reply largely follows the British line but preserves Russia’s right to stop contraband destined for Japanese military or naval use while recognizing immunity of trade with Japanese ports.
In Romie Sept 21 the strike mood cools with Premier Giolette leaving for Racconigi to register the crown prince. Genoa unrest continues over bread with anarchists involved, while Turin labor actions cause property damage. Genoa receives 2000 troops.
The United Spanish War Veterans opened their first annual national encampment at the world’s fair grounds in St. Louis on September 21. President Theodore Roosevelt sent a letter praising the 1898 volunteers and wishing the event success while expressing regret at not attending in person. Later brief addresses were given by Harold C. McGrew, Russell B. Harrison, Major J. C. Dusenbury, and others.
The Pentland, en route from Petoskey to Grand Haven, rescued eighteen sailors last night in a heavy gale. Seventeen miles off Point Sauble the barge Pewaumee was found sinking and towed to Ludington after a difficult rescue by the crew.
In LeMars Iowa Sept 21 a birthday party in Seney led to ptomaine poisoning from dressed chicken. One child died and several others, including a 10 year old, a 6 year old, and a 9 year old, are seriously ill or near death. Dozens of relatives and neighbors are affected as doctors treat the victims. Chicken was prepared earlier that day after being boned and pressed. A nearby general store burglary yielded cash and goods.
In Guttenberg New Jersey widow Mrs Amelia Arkland plans a pinochle match to decide her choice between suitors Reinold Van Blessing and Captain John Taylor. A 100000 point game will be played in her parlor with a referee to set the date. The stakes include marriage to the widow who owns the house at 224 Hudson Avenue.
The Soir reports a novel animal in Java resembling a monkey yet closer to humans in habits. Van Beuren and Dr Werdehouse studied a nest in a forest, noting hair covered heads, bath loving behavior, neck collars of fruit kernels, and limited reproduction. A scientific expedition aims to capture one for study.
Esopus Sept 21 the Rose Mount flag will be at half mast to honor George Bedford longtime West Shore flag man who died suddenly today He was admired by Judge Paer who visited the station daily to see the flagman
Belgrade dispatch notes that all signatories have sent ministers to attend King Peter's coronation while Russia abstains, creating a diplomatic sensation and signaling shifting alliances in the region.
Helena Sept 19 a Glasgow arrest shocks residents as the widow of the late John Mottner a noted sheepman is charged with complicity in his death. Authorities say Mottner was shot by an employee named Dye and the widow faces involvement allegations.
In York Pennsylvania on September 19 Michael Schall head of Keystone Foundry and Machine and Miss Nettie Gattmat were found dead in her apartments. Gas jets were on in the room and both left notes expressing despair. They were well connected socially.
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