Mutiny and rioting spread in Odessa and warships seized
Reports describe mutinous crews taking control of ships including the Kniaz Potemkine and clashes with troops in Odessa. Fires rage at warehouses and quays while crowds pillage and battle lines form behind barricades. Officials fear a wider military revolt as 100,000 workers join the unrest and martial law looms in the vast port city.
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Arbor
Khair Potemkine
Ofessa
Odessa
Oderss
Kathanoff
Chouknin
Strick Sea
Admiralty
Admiral Avellan
St. Petersbore
Sebastapoot
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Peterhof
Kruger
Kniaz Potemkine
Black Sea
Thesme
Sinene
Tria Sviterella
Kriger
Amiral Wirenius
Fief
Krier
Wirenius
Jose
Knlaz Potemkine
St. Petersburg
Thera
Battleships Delayed Near Odessa Straining Allied Plans
St Petersburg dispatch from Sebastopol reports a squadron of battleships Tri Sviatitelia Sinope and Rotislav with a cruiser and torpedo boats sailing for Odessa at 8 PM. The delay explains Odessa’s missing squadron while rebastopol records a battleship and cruiser leaving for Odessa overnight in an urgent move.
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Sebastopal
Lattieships
Tri SviatiteMa
Sinope
Rotislav
Oxlf
Odessa
Mutiny Reaches Libau In Baltic Sailors Mutinous Night
June 20 report from Hiben says Russian sailors in Libau mutinied against the government troops seized weapons and fired on officers during the disturbance.
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Hiben
Mutiny Sees Sailors Silent at Libau and Cronstadt
Reports from Liman and Libau describe heavy town unrest with blue jackets mutiny rumors and workmen striking in sympathy. Libau’s Baltic port, fortified and connected by rail to grain regions, hosts idle Lake submarines while Simon Lake notes no damage.
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St. Petersburg
Liman
Lake
Simon Lake
Libau
Odessa
Cronstadt
Baltic Sea
Russia
Far East
Rivestan
Eull
Desperate Russia battles rising revolution in Odessa and Libau
Reports from St Petersburg outline a dire crisis as Odessa and Libau mutinies spark martial law and fears of army sedition. Grand Duke Nicholas chaired a late council meeting while crews mutinied aboard the Kniaz Potemkine as Black Sea forces debated firing on comrades. Fires destroy millions in property and civilians flee or fight in the streets as coverage leaks despite authorities’ attempts to suppress news.
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St. Petersburg
Odessa
Libat
Poland
Caucasus
Kruger
Sebastopol
Libau
Imperial Defence
Nicholas
Russia
Manchuria
Admiralty
Skrydloff
Kriger
Skrydhoff
Kniaz Potemkine
Mutiny on the Kniaz Potemkine sparks court martial and executions
Reports from Sebastopol say Vice-Admiral Chuknin's harsh rule led sailors to shot mis obedience. The Kniaz Potemkine was seized at Odessa after a ruse and crew members stood against officers, feeding comrades and placing others in irons. Agrarian unrest spreads through Kherson and Ekaterinoslay with estates abandoned as owners flee.
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Chuknin
Sebastopol
Geveral
St. Petersburg
Odessa
Kherson
Elizabethgrad
Ekaterinoslay
Grave Fears In London Over Black Sea Crisis
London reads grave warning amid reports the Khlaz Potemkine bombarded Odessa. If confirmed, it could spark an international crisis and revive the Dardanelles question. Mutiny at Libau blamed on concerted bluejacket action, threatening Russian peace. censorship hides further Odessa dispatches as Black Sea fleet numbers surface.
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London
Odessa
Paris
Black Sea
Dardanelles
Libau
Bluejackets
Russian Empire
Mobilizing Troops Across Russia for Far East
Washington reports a cable from Ambassador Mayer in St. Petersburg detailing extensive mobilization in Kiel, St. Petersburg, Warsaw, and Moscow to rapidly increase forces in the Far East. Between 100,000 and 200,000 men are expected to be called up. Liquor shops close during mobilization. Guards officers seek release from police duty and to hold another meeting after Tsarskoe-Selo.
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Washington
State Department
Mayer
St. Petersburg
Kiel
Warsaw
Moscow
Far East
Tsarskoe-Selo
Skrydloff Fears for Army and Gripenberg Appointment
Rear-Admiral Skrydloff warns the army situation is distinctly bad though he doubts Japan will attack Vladivostok before testing terms with General Linovitch. He favors a Japan alliance, predicting moderate demands. In other dispatch, Lieutenant General Gripenberg, recalled from Manchuria for disobeying Kuropatkin, is named Inspector General of Infantry.
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St. Petersburg
Skryd~ Joff
Vladivostok
Linovitch
Japan
Gripenberg
Manchuria
Kuropatkin
Danish Steamer Sunk by Russians Off Hong Kong
The Danish steam ship Prinsesse Marie was sunk by the Russian auxiliary cruiser Terek after cargo was declared contraband. The ship, last reported near Singapore bound for Japan, had insurance in London. Also reported, the St Kilda sinking dispute moves to Prussian court hearings with possible compensation.
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Java
Terek
Hong Kong
Singapore
Straits Settlements
Japan
London
Pringesse Marie
Copenhagen
Antwerp
Bankok
Siam
Kiel
B.bis
Aktleselskabet Det Ostustatiske Kompagni
1. . Andersen
ST. Kilda
St. Petersburg
China Sea
Port Bald
Libau
St Kilda
Prine Court
Native rising in Arabia reported in Assyr province
A revolt is reported in As syr province with rebels investing Abha, the capital. Turkish communication with the port of Cumfuda is intercepted. Reinforcements are being dispatched to Assyr as of June 20 in Hodaida Yemen.
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Yemen
Arabia
Assyr
Cumfuda
Abha
NO DELAY IN PEACE PLANS
Telegraphed dispatches report President Roosevelt home for a vacation will not delay the peace negotiations. Plenipotentiaries to Russia and Japan will be named soon and may meet at Sagamore Hill or New York. White House staff stay in area, with Ingling and Latta coordinating cipher messages and Loeb arranging translations and instructions.
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Oyster Bay
Long Island
Roosevelt
Washington
Russia
Japan
New York
United States
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White House
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State Department
Loeb
Sagamore Hill
Seuwanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club
Centre Island
the Hill
Anchorage
Ambassadors Named for Russia and Japan in Peace Talks
St Petersburg reports that peace plenipotentiaries from Russia and Japan will be announced by Saturday. Two plenipotentiaries per side are expected, with Japan already naming theirs and Russia’s choices under consideration due to possible health issues. Washington exchanges finalize selections and accompany experts to Washington.
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Japan
Russia
Washington
Slovno
M. Witte
Foreign Office
Britain Aims for Pacific Role as Navy Strengthens
In the Commons Edmund Robertson pressed for details on new battleships while Secretary Pretyman argued Britain would lead in naval construction, not seek mastery of the Pacific. Sir John Colomb urged maintained naval strength, warning against reduced expenditure amid rising U S power and Pacific tensions involving Japan and Canada.
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House of Commons
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Admiralty
Pretyman
Great Britain
John Colomb
Royal Marine Artillery
John
Pacife
Roosevelt
United States
Pacific
Sir John
Japan
Canada
Great Wigies
Arrival of American squadron to escort Admiral Jones’ body
Cherbourg expects a dawn arrival of an American escort squadron to carry the body of Admiral Paul Jones to the United States. Thick mists may delay the ships. French coast watchers will keep vigil while celebrations honor the visit. An American naval attaché conferred with Admiral Besson about joint reception and a French guard of honor will be posted.
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France
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Cape Seilly
Seilly Islands
Paul Jones
United States
Cape la Hague
Admiral Besson
Roy C. Smith
Paris
Smith
Brooklyn
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Invalides
Military School
Avenue de l'Alma
Porter
Uf France
Francis B. Loomis
Sigsbee
Napoleon
Morocco Situation Hints At Settlement In Berlin
Berlin reports Ambassador Riceard met Chancellor von Below and relayed a French government communication. Official circles anticipate France will agree in principle to a Moroccan conference and that secondary points will be settled amicably. Newspapers reflect long-standing tensions but adopt a moderate tone.
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Berlin
Ambasedor Riceard
von Below
Omeea
France
Norwegian Opinion on Sweden Debate Sparks Denmark Germany Britain Fear
Verdens Gang columnist in June comments on Twemes's debate in the Swedish press. They claim Swedes are full of hatred and contempt for Norway, broke the union earlier, and now threaten peace in the peninsula. They accuse Swedes of destabilizing regional harmony and endangering Sweden and its neighbors.
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Twemes
Dag
Norway
Hi Fats
Denmark
Germany
Great Britain
Sweden
Plague Quarantine Orders Circulate Across Isthmus Ports
Kingston Jamaica reports June late instructions restricting vessel contact with Panamanian ports to curb bubonic plague spread. Guayaquil declares quarantine on ships from Panama, while reports note Fifteen Germans killed and German forces ambushed near Kasalbert. London notes government discussions on Pinguiary events and a battle near Renara.
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Jamaica
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Caen
Panaman
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Cape Colonz
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von Kampiz
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