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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1905
Page
2
Reports from the Far East and Europe describe renewed hostilities directed at the czar, Japanese advances around Mukden, and British and American moves shaping a tense international scene. Civil unrest, propaganda, and military actions mark a week of clashes, political shifts, and economic strain.
Congress met at ten, approving a regime of appropriations totaling 607 044 104 with next year’s estimates at 725 500 615. Nominations were sent to committees, the Santo Domingo treaty was discussed and reported, and the Senate confirmed nominations while honoring Speaker Cannon. The Alaska telegraph outage and an assassination attempt on Governor Veterstury were noted in brief updates.
Reports say two Russian corps are cut off near Mukden with heavy Japanese pressure threatening encirclement. The clash marks a pivotal phase of the Mukden campaign as Russian casualties mount and prisoners swell the tally under General Auropatkin's retreat.
In St Petersburg on March 8 sources say Kuropatkin’s forces at Mukden face a decisive test with retreat already under way toward the north. Critics blame him for lacking initiative while praising Field Marshal Oyama for a bold campaign that may crown him among history’s top captains.
Reported discussions show Senator Fulton pressing for proper river commission funding as the appropriation edges toward 440 000 with conferees trimming 80 000 and final tally surpassing prior provision by 100. Dispatch notes unrest in Washington and unrest over estate looting in a distant region.
London March 11. Lee Irving signs a contract amid four undercard bouts as Irving wins favorable terms and advances in the boxing event coverage.
A 1906 memorandum notes Roosevelt signed an act prohibiting timber land exchanges for forest reserves. Since 1887 the first law limited selections to nonreserve lands, leading to about 2 million acres exchanged, often for railroad lands. About 2.5 million acres remain held outside reserves. the act aims to preserve timbered land outside reserves.
New York endures widespread transit disruption as a general strike halts elevated trains and subway service. Passengers face delays and restructured schedules amid weather interference and line blockages, with some officials calling for restraint. Kansas Senate rebukes beef trust report and seeks a tough new presidential appointee to probe monopolies.
In Washington on March 4 a vast crowd witnessed Theodore Roosevelt take the oath of office. Chief Justice Fuller administered the oath as robed justices, military officers, and dignitaries stood in a formal, celebratory procession. A 21-gun salute followed the swearing in as Roosevelt began his inaugural address.
In a brief Washington ceremony Charles Warren Fairbanks was sworn in as vice president before a crowded Senate chamber. Senator Prye administered the oath as president pro tem, with swift adjournment and a quick address following the swearing in.
The inaugural festivities closed with a grand ball at midnight. Thousands of elegantly dressed women attended from every state and many nations paid homage to the nation's chief for the next four years. The ball decor featured vibrant colors, greenery, and flowers, creating a brilliant artistic effect.
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