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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1904
Page
2
A sprawling, error riddled summary of global affairs. It notes naval budgeting debates and battles in Asia, threats of Japanese victory on the Yalu, and France planning troop moves. It mentions panama canal treaty steps, fires in Cincinnati, and a maritime accident at sea.
Foreign observers expect major powers to back Russia against Japan over Korea. They view Japan's Korea treaty as invalid and foresee a Japanese protectorate arising only after peace terms are set. Russia’s protest is seen as preserving rights and delaying wider acceptance of the treaty.
Feb 27 dispatches detail Japanese attempts to close Port Arthur harbor with heavy shelling of the fortifications and ships. Reports mention multiple Japanese ships bombarding the harbor and inland targets as Russian defenses respond with counterfire and casualty figures.
A major blaze in Rochester destroyed the Sibley Lindsay & Curr Company flagship store and caused widespread damage. Officials report losses exceed 3 million with 736000 in buildings and the rest in stocks and furnishings as about 2500 workers lose jobs. The fire tore through Main Street north of St Paul Street toward Clinton Avenue, threatening nearby firms and leading to heavy water operations by ten engines.
Washington February 27 Chairman Burton of the House rivers and harbors committee told Senator Fulton he would oppose any sundry civil bill appropriation for continuing work at the Columbia River mouth or the Dalles Celilo canal. He says these projects are not recognized as continuing contracts and will fight appropriations until the regular river and harbor bill is prepared next session. Fulton plans to attach funds in the Senate to keep the programs alive and push longer funding through the fiscal year.
Reports from St Petersburg claim Japanese torpedo boats approached port waters near Port Arthur on February 26. A squadron attempted a landing near dawn and engaged for about 40 minutes with Russian batteries, inflicting minor damage. Japanese ships reportedly carried ethyl alcohol and kerosene with explosive devices aboard.
A correspondent reports Russian forces evacuating Port Arthur amid Japanese bombardment and coastal mine actions. The article notes breaks in breakwaters and rail lines to hinder Japanese access, with Russian troops limited to short holds at Port Arthur.
A foreview office claims a treaty between France and Spain to be signed today and notes it mirrors recent arbitration pacts with Britain and Italy. The report references ongoing efforts to formalize a mutual accord and the identical terms across recent settlements.
The U S Senate approved the Panama Canal treaty 66 to 14 with Republicans united for ratification. Fourteen Democrats supported and 14 opposed the measure, with a few paired votes adjusting totals. An amendment to compensate Colombia for Panama territory loss was defeated 24 to 49.
Three Japanese staff members disguised as coolies were captured while placing explosives on the Sungari bridge of the Manchuria Railway. After a drumhead court martial they were executed at the culvert. Colonel Ashi Lieutenant Zouk Ascha and Lieutenant Kaourata faced no denial and were killed in view of Russian troops and locals. News from Port Arthur described strained troop movements and logistics affecting coverage.
Cable reports from Tientsin and Seoul claim Corea has deposed its emperor and proclaimed allegiance to Japan while Chinese and Russian forces clash near Harbin and Vladivostok. Reports mention bridges destroyed on the Silway and troop movements along the great wall.
Report from Port Arthur Dalny and Viadivostax indicates Bripe damaged during action. The report states it is impossible for the S8tians to repair their damaged Warethipe.
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