Russians Lose Another Torpedo Boat Destroyer
A wartime bulletin reports the loss of a Russian torpedo boat destroyer in combat. The incident is described with minimal detail, noting the ship's demise and the ongoing naval losses in the theater.
17 Mar 1904
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1904
Page
1
A wartime bulletin reports the loss of a Russian torpedo boat destroyer in combat. The incident is described with minimal detail, noting the ship's demise and the ongoing naval losses in the theater.
Reports from Shanghai and Port Arthur recount bombardments and mine damage with casualties among sailors. Norwegians describe scenes of destruction in Port Arthur towns, while diplomats note China's stance and Russia's troop movements toward Mukden and Liao Yang as tensions rise.
Indianapolis dispatch reports full unofficial returns showing a mine operators proposition carried after counting miners votes. The piece notes political tension and mob influence around Telluride.
In Telluride the Miners Union began discussing legal action to enforce a two year wage scale offered by mine owners. The parties debate acceptance or rejection of the proposed scale as talks start toward peacemaking.
In Neyland a tornado caused damage and 139000 miners voted on the operators proposition. About 87000 voted to accept, 2000 opposed and supported the strike. One ED was killed and a casualty reported.
Reports describe ongoing expulsions of striking miners and sympathizers from Telluride Colorado after a raid Monday night. Notables including Nick Thomas and J Sullivan are among those ordered to leave, with details from the Telluride miners union and related events.
A brief notice notes that Democratic primaries are held tonight with peaceful proceedings expected as voters gather at designated polling locations.
Dr Beaumont, a well equipped oculist optician, is at Grand Central for two days only to correct refractive errors. All who suffer eye trouble with their glasses should consult him now before he leaves Sunday. Mrs J T Franklin arrived in the
A noted eye specialist travels from Running Water Texas to stay with her brothers E T and Lonnie Ammonett for several days before a trip to California. Meanwhile Mrs Miles wife of General Miles lies critically ill at home in Washington with little hope of recovery. Dr Beaumont and Son, passing through, pause here.
Traveling eye specialist Dr Beaumont remains only two days in Roswell at the Grand Central station. His perfected instruments and recommendations are urged for any eye treatment this week. Those needing service are advised to see him promptly during his brief stay.
A traveling eye care exhibit arrives at the Grand Central hotel in Meadow City on Friday and Saturday led by Dr Beaumont. The event showcases refraction tests and up to date methods for correcting vision and offers ocular examinations with scientific instruments. Public invitation extended. The group previously appeared in Portalps, New Mexico and will be in town for limited hours.
A fragmented newspaper ad urges readers to visit Beader's for possible help with low charges and no risk, noting a recent fire alarm and inviting action from nearby notables to call at once for assistance.
Fire crews arrived within minutes to extinguish the blaze behind the laundry as water from the Lea Cunningham ditch fed the hose. Firefighter Walter Hopper saved a dangerous fall when the engine crossed 5th and Pecos, ripping railing from the Capitan hotel as onlookers watched.
The ad notes fashion for young and stylish women with glasses and jewelry, and urges rimless specs for middle aged and elderly. It promises no charge for lens changes for grandparents and recommends annual or biennial lens changes for those under sixty, with less frequent need afterward. Dr Beaumont and Son at Grand Central referenced. Attorney W C Reid returned from Santa Fe after attending the supreme court.
Registration books for the Third Ward are now at Gamble's Social Water House on West Second. Call there to register.
Dr Beaumont, a renowned oculist and surgeon, stops at the Grand Central while traveling. He came to Roswell by chance from a Pacific coast trip, attracted by local praise of the town known as the Pearl of the Pecos. He offers consultations to those needing eye care.
The city council meeting announced for tonight has been postponed because of the Democratic primaries.
Washington and Omaha reports say United States District Attorney for Nebraska William S. Summers will be removed from office following the Dietrich investigation. President Roosevelt notified Senator Dietrich and Omaha Bee editor Rosewater. Summers declined to comment, saying only that silence is golden.
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