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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1905
Page
6
Plenipotentiaries from Russia and Japan announce acceptance of terms ending disputes over Sakhalin and indemnity. Japan yields without payment, Russia to receive half Sakhalin. Armistice details to be reviewed at upcoming meeting, with prisoner releases on the agenda.
The Portsmouth negotiations opened August 9 with harmony as Bar n Komura and Takahira presented twelve demands. After days of brinkmanship over Sakhalin and indemnity, Roosevelt pressed mediation. Reports say Japan receded from its hard line and agreed to concessions, bringing the longest war in modern history toward a close.
The document outlines Japan’s achieved gains and unmet goals in a postwar settlement. It notes recognition of Japan’s influence in Korea and evacuation of Manchuria by both sides, with Manchuria returned to China. It also lists concessions including partial Sakhalin cession and ports, railway reimbursements, and limits on naval restraint, while Russia retains Vladivostok and Japan gains limited fishing rights.
Russian envoy Witte and Baran Rosen faced cheers at the hotel as peace delegates resolved to proceed with treaty elaboration. The Japanese yielded on reimbursement and Sakhalin division, refusing to surrender interned ships or Far East naval power, and agreed only to postwar railway arrangements near Harbin.
St Petersburg erupts in joy as news from Portsmouth says Russia won every point in the diplomatic talks with Japan. The city reviews the victory as war’s greatest success and expects nationwide reaction as Japan is seen to seek peace sooner than Russia.
London reports that a new Anglo-Japanese treaty has been signed. The agreement is broader than the former pact and includes Japan's recognition by Great Britain of additional points not required in the old treaty.
The Portsmouth conference announcing peace was echoed in London with brief bulletins. Sir Eric Barrington, on behalf of Lord Lansdowne, voiced astonishment, noting the government had not been officially informed Japan would make sweeping concessions.
Amherst Massachusetts telegram reports Chinese minister Sir Chen tung Liang Cheng reacting to news of a Russia Japan peace accord by saying he is glad peace has been declared and requesting no further comment.
Jap Correspondents Ltd in Portsmouth reports dissatisfaction with the peace treaty basis. Several writers say they would rather not telegraph the news to Japan as they appear worried and sad about the agreement.
President Roosevelt learned in Sagamore Hill library that Japan and Russia had reached a settlement. The cipher dispatch from Baron Komuro stated Japan withdrew war expense claims and agreed on a Sakhalin partition. The envoys would discuss details next, with Roosevelt surprised by the speedy accord.
Senator Warner hails Roosevelt for mediating the Russia Japan peace, saying the civilized world will applaud his intervention. He calls Roosevelt the most commanding figure globally and a man of action who acts quickly and mostly right.
Gloucester mass Andrew D White ex ambassador to Russia comments on peace praising Roosevelt and the Japanese magnanimity. He says peace has come and Roosevelt deserves credit, predicting his efforts will make him a historical figure.
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Clementina Gonzales of Central America writes from Guatemala that Peruna restored her health after a worn-out condition. She slept poorly, lacked appetite, and tired easily but after a half bottle and three weeks of use she recovered enough to resume studies.
A portrait of James B Dill as a judge figure who would wield authority over trusts. The verse frames him as decisive and formidable in legal matters, suggesting his influence will shape trust disputes.
A. W. Taft of Independence Virginia writes that twelve years of falling hair and dandruff ended after using one box of Cuticura Ointment and one cake of Cuticura Soap. He reports scalp cleared and hair growth restored and endorses Cuticura Soap as a toilet soap.
Some grocers say they do not keep Defiance Starch as they hold 12 oz brands already. They know customers who used Defiance Starch 16 oz will pay more, creating a price incentive for not stocking the larger package.
A curt remark about rheumatism prompts a wry claim that others exaggerate their pain. The line hints at social attitudes toward illness and endurance in daily life.
Agricultural colon ies Lockesburg in Sevier county Arkansas and Lering in Sabine Parish Louisiana totaling about 94 000 acres are now open for settlement. Prices range from 37.00 to 15.00 per acre with easy terms. Lockesburg suited for farming stock raising and fruit growing while Loring lies in a rich fruit truck and tobacco region good for corn and cotton.
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