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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1904
Page
3
The report describes Japanese forces advancing from the center, capturing key positions near Port Arthur and forcing the Russians to abandon the defenses. Japanese columns moved toward Shuishiying and the eastern Port Arthur complex, while ships used the sea route as sunken hulks hinder harbor access.
Dispatches from July report mixed signals as Russian and Japanese units maneuver along the Liao river valley. Observers note possible advances toward Mukden and adjacent river routes, with rainy-season considerations complicating moves. Reports mention Kuroki and Kuropatkin, and that actions may hinge on river crossings and road networks near Haicheng and Ta Tche Kiao.
A 25 to 30 foot flood surged through Bridge and Millcreek canyons near Mitchell on July 12, drowning Martin Smith and Mrs. Bethane. The town’s business district escaped major damage as residents sought high ground amid a violent storm and brilliant lightning.
A severe electrical storm hit Heppner Oregon with heavy rain lasting about an hour after 8 PM. Willow Creek flats residents moved to higher ground as a rush of water roared down Willow Creek Canyon around 10 PM. Damaging impacts were limited to a few bridges and alfalfa field flood losses, while Willow Creek’s channel was widened by a previous great flood, hindering the railroad run between Heppner and Heppner Junction.
A Mukden dispatch dated July 13 reports Japanese forces attacked near Port Arthur and were repulsed, with enormous losses not less than 90 000 killed or wounded by Russian mines.
London July 14 report states that Japanese casualties by land mines at Port Arthur Sunday night are reported to be about 28,000, but no major dispatch confirms a disaster at Port Arthur.
General staff has received no information about an attack near Port Arthur and the claimed 90,000 Japanese killed or wounded by Russian mines. In Cheeloon a French arrival from Port Arthur says July 7 saw Japanese capture Fort No 14.
Fragmentary report shows disputes over ownership or purchase deals of lands held by a friar. The text hints at yearly fees or rents and possible settlement attempts. Unclear names or dates are read but not confirmed.
Informative reports reach the state department that Brazil and Peru plenipotentiaries meeting in Rio Janeiro and Petropolis have reached an agreement on the Acre boundary dispute. The exact terms are not disclosed. Brazil had secured a quit-claim from Bolivia, while Peru pressed its claims to parts of the tract rich in rubber.
Vienna reports American Minister Leishman delivered a note to the Porte demanding prompt settlement of the school question. If unmet, a United States fleet would enter Turkish waters. The Sultan ordered the Grand Vizier to comply with the minister's demands for equal privileges for American schools and professionals and direct ministerial access in dealings with the Sultan.
London dispatch reports King Leopold will reform the Congo Free State judiciary to bar British consular tribunals. Going forward only Belgian court judges and magistrates may preside in Congo, ensuring foreigner justice under Belgian control.
Public publication announces land prospects under the Land Act of June 3 30 with notices for publication in Nevada. File references indicate compilation of net lands under the act and related notices dated April 31 from United States authorities.
A plain home recipe for rolls states two pounds of flour with salt sugar lard or beef dripping two eggs beaten into two tablespoons yeast and a pint of warm milk. Knead well let rise near the fire divide into twelve to fourteen rolls bake in a steady oven for thirty minutes then cool on the rack.
Instructions for multiple desserts and savory dishes, including Short Cake layers with banana filling, Beef Roll, Lemon Paste, and Mutton Pies. Also provides home tips on kitchen cleanliness, cabbage odors, vinegar carpet cleaning, and ginger jar decorations.
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