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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1904
Page
1
Berlin reports the Taegliche Rundschau says Russia edges toward revolution as Pleve warns of dangerous peasantry driven by vodka excess. Starving rustics plunder estates and murder landowners while authorities impose a minor siege and martial law in 53 European provinces. The government orders guns and supplies to shore up security.
Special to The Star reports from Victoria that the Shanghai Mercury contradicts common views of the Chemulpo battle. It says Russian gunboat Korietse fired on Japanese torpedo boats, prompting a Japanese reply. later two Russian ships joined and engaged near the Polynesian islands, with results as already described.
Reliable information indicates that by March 20 the Russian army in the far east will total 175000 men. The breakdown places 124000 infantry 16000 mounted Cossacks 5000 artillery 6000 engineers and 25000 railway guards mostly mounted.
London March 2 reports no confirmation of the claim that Port Arthur was bombarded. Wires from the scene of war have been practically silent for 24 hours and برخی suggest Japan's great attack may be underway, with wires discontinued.
Reports from Shanghai indicate rising belief that China may enter the war soon. Principal arsenals are taxed to the limit to prepare munitions of war as troops ready for potential action.
The Russian cruiser Aurora sails toward Candia today and the Dimitri Donski is allowed to stay five days at Port Said for repairs.
March 2 report notes Russian anxiety over possible Allied power against it as Chinese forces operate in the Chil province. Skepticism surrounds claimed Russian victory at Port Arthur and a Japanese naval loss lacking official confirmation. Frontier outposts reportedly sighted. awaits news of land battle.
Paris reports former foreign minister Hono taux has begun agitation for international intervention to stop the war. French officers are counting on the new movement to influence policy and action.
Plans to modify the Carnegie Library with architect P. J. Weber to keep costs under 20000, but bids opened show lowest from Cawsey and Carney at 229961. Other bids range up to 269662, prompting potential re-bid with cheaper materials or new plans.
Health Officer Jances reports Seattle births near 114 female. deaths numbered 123. Fumigation reached 123 houses. scarlet fever 1 case measles 12. smallpox six cases. Inspector Woodcock condemned 16 gallons milk and arrested a dairyman for poor quality. Labor Commissioner Grout provided 61 jobs with 4 percent to men rest to women.
Constantinople March 2 Turkish government vows to block the Russian Black Sea fleet from passing the Dardanelles. Authorities bolster strait defenses amid British threats of demonstration.
London report states no mediation overtures have been made to Japan or Russia but Japan would consider any proposals if vital interests are guaranteed and protected. The note reflects cautious openness should concerns be addressed.
Vladivostok may face disruption as a Japanese fleet sighting appears to involve reserve ships not capable of blockading. Reports from Vladivostok claim 2,400 Japanese troops landed at Chang-Chang north of Gensan as the expedition aims at threatening Hunchun southwest of Vladivostok.
Dean, a sailor, almost drowned after falling from Pier 2, but was rescued within minutes by Port Orchard crew. Captain Mitchell and Mate Malone led the response alongside firemen who cast a life buoy. The near tragedy occurred as the steamer Port Orchard neared the wharf on its last run of the day.
Williams, a Gold Hill Mining Company stockholder, sues Beattie bank and manager of the country over $10,000 from mine sale proceeds near Dawson. The case, tried before Superior Judge Bell for nearly two months, centers on whether Williams is entitled to one seventh while other stockholders claimed less.
John Stauber of 160% BMW avenue north filed a damage claim alleging his house suffered foundation weakening and cellar flooding due to water intrusion from a defective building and water flow across Pro street into the basement.
Mrs C HM Hanford died several days earlier at Bonney-Watson par efitia morning in Spokane. Funeral was held from the residence at 1021 Madiven Street at 1 50 this afternoon. Rev A P Llwyd officiated.
The unoccupied Rainier Club building at Fourth Avenue and Marion Street suffered heavy damage from a morning fire. Ground floor destroyed and upper floors warped. loss estimated up to 90 000 with 40 000 policy coverage. Contractors will remove interior and rebuild, delaying club turnover about three months.
Frank Johnson accused Charley Williams of swindling him out of a half interest in the Cape Nome saloon on Second Avenue South. The case collapsed as Johnson admitted bribing a witness and that he had no claim to the saloon. Judge Bell granted non-suit, noting no proven interest.
Attorneys for Seattle Brewing & Malting delay seeking a receiver for the Labor Temple association and an order halting sale of the site. Arguments now pushed to tonight before Judge George Hatch. Also report of J Jensen, a Danish sailor, committed to the insane asylum after a recent Seattle arrival.
The prettiest bride of the London season is Lady Marjorie Greville daughter of the Earl and A Warwick. She marries Lord Helmsly grandson and heir of the Earl of Feversham. The 19 year old vicountess is said to be England's most beautiful debutante.
Attorney General Knox announced that the president may immediately pay Panama 10,000,000 dollars as treaty stipulations. He added the United States is obliged to pay the canal company 40,000,000 dollars under the agreement and to notify the canal company that the transfer of property should take about two days to complete.
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