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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1904
Page
1
After three days of bombardment, Japanese forces launch a renewed assault on the front lines. Allied units reinforce positions as artillery and air support intensify in the contested sector. Casualties on both sides reported without details.
A Chicago dispatch via Kobe reports three days of cannons and bombing at Port Arthur with heavy casualties on both sides. Japanese assaults breached fort defenses, endured Russian counterattacks, and a spectacular bombardment climax drew observers to witness the battles in the fortress area.
A devotional verse speaks of day fading into night and asks the Lord to stay, forgive sins, and bless weary hearts. It pleads for mercy, continued presence, and patience as life’s burdens press.
In a shaded household Harriet Fraser hides Barbara Chesney's infidelity from the gravely ill husband. Barbara’s flight after temptation fractures hopes, while Harriet bears the burden of duty and guilt in a tale of self sacrifice and moral clash.
In a grim tale from the New York Telegraph a sick blind man named Philip greets Harriet who reveals herself as his wife at last. He believes her love but the kiss is deceitful and the Recording Angel marks the sin as he passes into death, unaware of the truth.
A slightly fuddled man boards a car and questions the conductor about the correct vehicle. The conductor retorts sharply, and the man accuses the conductor of knowing the right car but failing to stop him.
Two lionesses, two monkeys, two ostriches and a zebra presented by King Melenik of Abyssinia arrived in New York aboard the steamship Minnesota bound for London. One lioness died during the voyage.
Washington reports unofficially that officers on duty anticipate the American navy will join the Anglo-Russian inquiry into the Dogger Bank affair. Admiral Dewey is likely to be asked and would accept if offered, though he may be refused official approval.
In Houston Texas burglars disturbed a residence at 1711 Terry Street while the family was at a circus. The burglars entered the house and ransacked the premises, discovered upon the family’s return and police notified.
A World dispatch from London reports Miss Nancy Leiter daughter of the late Levi Z. Lester will marry Captain Cillin Campbell aide de camp to Lord Curzon. The ceremony is expected in about four weeks.
No news or updates about Port Ahur operations reached Che Foo on Monday. Officials did not release statements or schedules regarding port activities or changes in operations.
Conservative estimates place the total campaign cost for 1904 at 22.6 million dollars. The Republican and Democratic national committees account for about 5 million, with state committees covering the rest. In Indiana and western states, spending is higher as parties mobilize voters and debt funds. In New Orleans, 200 emergency policemen guard polling places amid a heated municipal race, with multiple offices and judges on the ballot.
Jockey Leon J McRae died in San Antonio Texas late Monday night after a race fall in which he reportedly never regained consciousness. He was the son of Mr and Mrs T D Mc and rode his father's horse None Nicer when the accident occurred.
A natural gas explosion in Samuel Fisher’s tailor shop at 76 East Seventy sixth street killed Fisher and injured five others, none fatally. The blast hurled Fisher through his house wall into the street and damaged the building badly.
Representatives of Fall River cotton manufacturers and striking operatives met again Monday but failed to reach an agreement. Mills will reopen November 14 under a 24 percent wage cut to entice workers back.
In St. Petersburg observers expect the next admiral to be chosen by court commissioners probing the North Sea incident under the Russia Britain convention will likely be German or Italian.
Charlee A. Horsley filed a bankruptcy petition in Galveston with the U S court clerk. Liabilities total 11566 dollars and assets 9260.68 with 5170 exempt. principal assets include a 4500 dollar stock of goods and a hardware store at 2315 Market Street.
As the national election nears, activity intensifies at the National Democratic Quarters with heightened engagement, speeches, and party organization. Local volunteers rally support, reporters note increased crowds and media attention surrounding candidate appearances.
The New York press notes small betting and cautious activity as campaigns close. Democrats claim Parker victory with 270 electoral votes. Roosevelt projected at 214 by Cortelyou. In New York County, Halpin forecasts 154000 Roosevelt and 196000 Parker votes with a 11 thousand margin, predicting Herrick ahead of Higgin. The scene remains quiet at political hubs with no large wagers.
Viceroy Alexieff is due in St Petersburg on Friday amid renewed talk he may be reassigned to the Caucasus because of the ongoing unrest there.
Texarkana Texas union plumbers about fifty workers walked out Monday morning demanding 4.50 for an eight hour day. They had been earning 4 dollars.
Lula Williams pleaded guilty in Cameron district court to killing her husband in late September. She requested mercy from the jury and received a life sentence in the penitentiary.
Brazos County Clerk data from Bryan Texas shows 26 births and 12 deaths for the month of October. The report provides county totals and lists birth and death figures by category for the period.
Johnson Hardy and Jack Byrum escaped from the Conroe jail between 8 and 10 PM by digging a hole in a brick wall and using blankets to lower themselves from a window. They reportedly gained the key by wire and had a trusted man unlock the cell door. They returned after a few hours.
The Johns and Fury Lumber Company plant in Timpson Texas was sold to Cravens Lumber Company of Dallas. They will operate at the same site under manager Mr. Kelly of Palestine.
The Yalosov, a Russian volunteer steamer, sailed from Odessa carrying coal and water supplies and moved through the Bosphorus toward the Russian Baltic squadron.
In Alvin Texas the home of T R Walters near the old ice factory burned Saturday around 4 PM. Loss estimated at $800 with no insurance. Neighbors and a section crew saved all household effects through rapid action.
Knoxville dispatch reports Rev. Wm. H. Harris D. D. of Galveston Texas has been called to the pastorate of the First Baptist church in this city. His appointment marks a significant change for the church and its congregation.
In Coal Creek Fremont county two black men Grant and Wesley Thompson killed Marshal Bates while he attempted to arrest them. Whites warn all Negroes to leave the camp and many have already departed for fear of further bloodshed. The article also notes Japanese minister Mitsuhashi denying a forgery about a planned attack and reports U. S. cruisers Olympia Cleveland and Des Moines arriving in Gibraltar with the Elizabeth.
In La Grange Texas Saturday night Mat Brown and John Hopson both Black men were returning home when a dispute occurred Brown was stabbed in the left breast with the blade piercing the heart and died within minutes Hopson involved in the incident remained at large authorities pursued leads as the investigation began
Merkel Texas hosts the formation of Merkel National Bank with capital stock of 25000 dollars. Officers include J H Warnick president W H Dunning cashier A H Thornton Henry J Warnick J O Hamilton Moushing and other directors. Fais Bank succeeds the Warnick bank of Merkel.
Albert Benke of the upper Geronimo was killed Saturday when a fly wheel on a drilling machine burst and struck him on the head fracturing the skull. He lived several hours after the injury.
The Moonshine well in the Humble oil field came in Saturday morning at 3 o'clock. It was not expected by drillers and few oil men paid heed, as they were unaware of the depth reached.
The Conroe Porter Industrial College fair concluded Saturday night after a three day run. Attendees from nearby areas reported a good time and noted strong turnout despite some distance traveled.
Fritz Lanham son of Governor Lanham spoke Sunday afternoon before the B. G. M. league of the YMCA in Austin. A large crowd attended as he gave an interesting talk and was described as a splendid speaker.
J. G. Feagan of Polk County resigns as notary public to Governor Lanham to qualify as a presidential elector. He holds the Democratic nomination from the Seventh district for the elector position in Austin Texas.
In Roanoke Virginia a Norfolk and Western freight train bound west from Roanoke derailed near Radford in the early hour. Engineer Lynch and Fireman Kipps of Blacksburg were killed instantly as they were caught by the engine. Both men leave no families.
Friday night Sam Smith an old hermit living near the river died and was buried by the county authorities in Refugio Texas authorities report his passing and burial were arranged locally affecting the nearby river settlement
Gov Lanham signs patents granting state land in Wilbarger 282 acres Callahan 160 Medina 649 Donlay 640 Stephens 160 Shelby 160 Bosque 57 Carson 431 acres. Also notes the Russian state scepter is solid gold three feet long with 260 rubies and fifteen emeralds.
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