11 Mar 1904
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1904
Page
1
A Chefoo dispatch reports a large naval clash in Port Arthur harbor. Russian torpedo boats and destroyers sortie from the harbor to attack the Japanese fleet. One Russian destroyer and one Japanese torpedo boat were sunk in the fierce engagement.
A London dispatch reports Chinese refugees arriving with news that the Russian army is retreating and setting fire to villages as they withdraw. They add that a large Japanese force is advancing into the territory left by the retreating Russians.
The Novokrai describes the February 9 morning clash at Port Arthur from the Russian view. Japanese forces of twelve ships including six cruisers and six battleships engaged the Russian fleet, with Golden Hill batteries enduring heavy fire and one enemy vessel believed sunk amid smoke and confusion.
Central News Agency dispatch from Verkhneudinsk Siberia reports vast Russian forces moving toward Port Arthur with troops in high spirits and good provisions. Grand Duke Vladimir and Red Cross official Alexandrovsky reportedly crossed Lake Baikal with sanitary detachments, contrasting prior troop-condition reports.
Observers say the censor rewrote the dispatch to suit official line. Soldiers sent east have endured extreme cold, bad provisions, and harsh housing. Disheartened troops reportedly avoid showing distress while remaining within official bounds.
Ted Chinaman reports from Korea that 16 000 tons of coal soaked with kerosene are positioned at the Yalu river mouth ready to be set ablaze if Japan lands. Russians also prepare to evacuate their Yalu position.
Reports from London and Tokyo indicate large Japanese troop movements toward Korea. 200,000 shipped, three divisions headed to northern Korea, and 10 divisions mobilized in the Second Army corps. Russians retreating north in Korea suffer heavy losses, while Amur defenses are deemed weak.
The Jewish Morning World cites a Kishineff incident via Bukovina with mobs attacking Ghetto residents. Men and women were beaten and some fatally hurt as rioters paraded streets. the World notes possible killings and says authorities eventually drove off the rioters.
Fire Marshal Kellogg revoked the order to close the People’s theater and allowed ongoing runs while required alterations are completed under fire ordinance. Prague reports a big anti German riot as Czech leaders’ pro Russian manifestations culminate.
Lonia Tracy formerly Naylor swears the incest charge against her father F G Naylor of Athena was false and aimed to shield her husband. G Hendrickson is in custody of Patrolman Mayou on a watch theft charge. Local authorities describe a strong police presence protecting German property.
Pacific coast passengers recount a naval race and the expected seizure of Port Arthur. Captains Hill and Mill describe Japanese plans to fortify Port Arthur and launch attacks, with Vladivostok targeted after ice clearance. They note reliance on Japanese crews and limited war news from Tokyo.
Paris March 11 An unnamed non commissioned officer Martin employed in the ministry for the marine was arrested for attempting to sell French naval secrets to a Japanese attaché. The case involves intermediary intermediaries and possible female co conspirators. A missing document suggests broader leakage and potential joint French Russian naval actions.
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