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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1905
Page
2
Crises loom in the Frasco-German Morocco dispute amid near crisis signals. Roosevelt aims to avert a major clash in Manchuria as armistice talks progress in the Far East. Washington hosts peace envoys while Greece, Turkey, and Russia face upheavals and reforms unfold across continents.
St. Petersburg reports fixing meeting time and plenipotentiaries for peace conference with Japan. Japan signals three exalted negotiators likely Ito, Komara, and Yamagata. Russia to send Rozen and Nelidoff. Witte debated but not certain. Washington choice suggests weeks before talks with armistice uncertain amid Manchuria fighting.
Washington central to Far East peace talks as Russia and Japan weigh locations for plenipotentiaries. Three cities—Washington, The Hague, and Geneva—remain under consideration with Paris and London eliminated. Russia favors a European capital while Japan prefers a Far East venue, final choice still unsettled.
Chicago reports peace efforts as mediator Nanrahan of the Brotherhood of Local Firemen meets Mayor Dunne to push a settlement. Employers propose withdrawal of police guards if officers influence a ceasefire. the Teamsters approve a tentative accord.
London reports indicate peace negotiations will not start for another month and a new battle could occur in the interim. Japanese forward movement continues despite rains as Russia’s main depot at Gunabu Pase is used to build light railways northward. General Linievitch faces Japanese strategy with repeated reconnaissance while his army remains enveloped.
Report notes Delcasse resignation followed near war between Germany and France over frontier forces. Rouvier counseled Russia to reinforce western frontier and back alliance amid German pressure. Kaiser warned of unfriendly act. Russia urged to restore military strength and prepare for possible campaign.
In Austria Hungary and Russian Poland inspectors Braun and Fischberg report stricter embarkation checks at Atlantic liners. They warn London impostors offer guaranties to admit emigrants for extra money, prompting ongoing inquiries into these sub agents and admissions schemes.
President Roosevelt shows interest in creating a fish preserve along Spring Creek and Williamson River within the Klamath Indian Reservation. Two engineers from the Relamation service report the streams are well stocked with trees and offer fine opportunities for seedbeds, though they note certain conditions require study.
Portland June 14 Judge De Haven overruled defense demurrer and set Senator Mitchell’s trial for June 20 on charges of accepting fees for services to Frederick A Kribs. Indictment alleges timber land claims passed through the General Land Office to patent benefiting Kribs. Government wins while defense faces likely testimony and sharp scrutiny of the indictment’s form.
Tokyo reports the Japanese government remains silent on peace talks while newspapers push for victory. Public debate centers on an armistice, with optimism tempered by demands for terms that secure lasting peace and preserve military advantages.
Washington reports that Attorney General Moody and government attorneys conclude sufficient evidence exists to convict the beef trust. Grand jury action will follow with indictments within a week. Iowa cattlemen Barney Devine Jr and F T Arnold assisted, citing benefits of the 24 hour law as the inquiry resumes.
Graduation exercises at West Point today marked the awarding of 114 diplomas. An enormous crowd attended under a canvas canopy in front of the library with officers present including Lieutenant General Miller and Brigadier General Chafee. Franklin Murray served as president of the graduating class.
Delegation cites difficulties faced by agents students and travelers seeking admission under Chinese exclusion rules. Government replies note enforcement challenges and bogus certificates prompting tighter scrutiny at entry points.
Officials say ample evidence supports an indictment in a Chicago beef trade fraud investigation. United States District Attorney Morrison and an investigative team report the case will proceed with a broad range of charges. The exact number of counts is not finalized but expected to fall between thirty-five and seventy.
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