Armies at Mukden in fierce fighting
Full report indicates two army groups clash at Mukden with heavy combat. Sources describe intensified exchanges along the front reflecting a major engagement and strategic pressure on opposing forces.
19 Nov 1904
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1904
Page
1
Full report indicates two army groups clash at Mukden with heavy combat. Sources describe intensified exchanges along the front reflecting a major engagement and strategic pressure on opposing forces.
Reports from Mukden and St Petersburg detail renewed fighting around Mukden on November 15 and 19 as Russia and Japan prepare for a larger clash. In Moscow a Zemstvo petition urges a legally empowered constituent assembly while crowds shout against the Moscow Gazette. Nearby, Anglo Russian talks near final terms as a court case reaches trial.
The incident began when several thousand feet of lumber vanished near Urton bridge and ended with the arrest and conviction of Starnes after the lumber and stolen apples were found on his premises. The Record commends the detectives and the men who captured the guilty party and secured a conviction.
A grand ceremony in the national capital marked by a brilliant assembly as a new statue was unveiled amid widespread praise. Dignitaries and citizens gathered to honor the figure and celebrate the monument's completion.
President Roosevelt presided over the unveiling of the Frederick the Great statue at the Army War College in Washington. Baroness von Sternberg and German Ambassador led the ceremony, with Lieut. Gen. von Lowenfeld and Major Count von Schmettow among the officials. The event featured 21-gun salute, military display, and a benediction after speeches and the Star Spangled Banner.
Members of Mr. Parsons Sunday school class spent a delightful evening at Mr. and Mrs. Walter Chisum’s home six miles southeast of town. Joe Torian’s picnic wagon provided moonlit transport, games and music followed by a delicious supper. A wagon accident near Main and Third streets caused minor injuries when the wagon’s front wheels broke away during construction work, but no serious harm occurred.
Secretary Morton announced a navy budget of 114 510 638 dollars for the next fiscal year. The President may appoint Senator Francis M. Cockrell of Missouri to the Isthmian Canal Commission if health permits, with other senate contests and appointments shaping the political map as states prepare to elect new senators.
A jury found Cora Carroll guilty in the Territory vs Cora Carroll trial for permitting minors to loiter on her premises. The verdict was delivered at nine o clock this morning as the Simpson Baird case proceeded on trial.
M Z Miller returns home after two months in St Louis where he placed his wife in a hospital for a nervous trouble. He reports Mrs Miller much improved and stops in Gravett Arkansas to visit his 87 year old grandmother on the way back.
An invitation notes all Eagles are urged to attend a Wednesday evening social gathering in the Gaullier block with entertainment provided by Entertain ment Com.
The M. E. Market invites shoppers the day before Thanksgiving to visit Western Grocery Co for a fine line of cakes pies bread and many other good foods on sale.
A New York store offers 40 inch heavy Brocade Worsted Dress Goods at 25 cents per yard and a line of Cambric and Nainsook Embroideries from 20 cents per yard.
James H Sovereign former Master Workman of the Knights of Labor in a strong period was seized with a brain hemorrhage in Wallace Idaho on November 19 and not expected to live many hours. He was prominent in labor councils.
Col. W. Co. P. Breckenridge rests under oxygen in Lexington hospital. Doctors report he may live through the day as treatment continues.
Word reached Roswell of the death of Mrs. Thatcher at her Oklahoma City home on Monday night. She summered here with her daughter Miss May Thatcher for her health, and was mother to Mrs. C. J. Bowman, a former Roswell resident with many friends who regret the bereavement.
Water Users Association stockholders met at the Gaulleur block this afternoon at two o clock to authorize the Directors to execute the contract between the United States Government and the Association.
Honey priced at 25 cents a quart and 50 cents a half gallon. Roswell Produce and Seed Co advertises. WANTED a woman to do house work. Apply at C. N. Stansell's ranch three miles southeast of town. 2412.
Notice indicates Choice Fresh Lamb at The Star Market and a corrected railroad time table going into effect tomorrow appearing in this issue.
Irish organizations in Boston and vicinity plan a memorial for the late Senator Hoar at Faneuil Hall. The event is under the Ancient Order of Hibernians with the Irish National Foresters and Catholic groups assisting. Governor Bates, Mayor Collins, and other public figures will attend. Hon. John F. Fitzgerald will deliver the memorial oration.
Pancha S. Ernander sues Torildoliedo Ernander in the Fifth Judicial District of the Territory of New Mexico Chaves county for an absolute divorce on grounds of abandonment and failure to support. The defendant must answer by January 4 1905 or a default judgment will be entered. Plaintiff's attorney is J T Evans Roswell. Witness dated November 19 1904. (Seal) Co M Bird.
An appealing display of books for children of all ages at Ingersoll's Book Store highlights a varied assortment. Readers can find colorful titles and engaging stories suitable for young readers and families.
McKinney Texas November 19 The debation tomorrow of the First Methodist church promises to be an interesting event for Methodists of McKinney and vicinity An all day program has been arranged for the occasion The dedicatory sermon will be preached by Dr G C Rankin DD of Dallas editor of the Texas Christian Advocate
A display presents a gift book edition of classic works at Ingersoll's Book Store. The promotion highlights affordable volumes suitable for holiday giving and features a selection of timeless authors.
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