30 May 1905
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1905
Page
1
Latest dispatches from Tokyo to Washington report Togo destroying nearly all Russian ships. Only the Orel and Nicholas Smirals reportedly escaped. Admiral Rojestvensky and key commanders Walkersham Nebogatoff are prisoners. victory proclaimed.
In military dispatches from Tokyo Washington reports that all Russian battleships except the Orel and Nicholas have been sunk, with Admirals Rosetsvensky Volkersham and Nebogatoff captured. Reports from Seberg and Nagasaki describe further vessel seizures, mentions of peace talks, and Allied interventions amid ongoing operations in the Far East.
Reports from Washington and London say Roosevelt and Japanese officials discussed peace as news arrives of heavy Russian losses at the Taushima coast. British sympathy shifts toward Russia amid casualty lists and Red Cross aid to wounded sailors. Baron Ito’s envoy notes Russia should acknowledge defeat and accept reasonable terms.
A humorous scene unfolds in the Hotel Washington as lawmakers from Texas to New Jersey discuss hoopskirts and their fashion impact. Reactions range from outright opposition to nostalgic memory, with references to Greece, crinoline, and a proposed anti hoopskirt league. The session ends with relaxed chatter and a toast to letting women choose their attire.
Washington dispatches say the US naval attaché in Shanghai reports the Russian cruiser Smolensk of Rostovsky’s fleet is at Woosung seeking refuge. It is expected to remain there until the crisis eases as the war proceeds.
London officials sought to imitate Beattie by sending photos of Beattie fire engines and equipment to London fire chiefs. Chief Cook gathered a batch of images at the local department to aid London officers. Thomson, city leader, requested the photographs to illustrate local department features. He said he met Reverend William, formerly of this city, now with the London fire department.
A reader recalls a 12 year old saving ten cards of his father for 75 cents. Edward Smith, a San Francisco tax collector, begins a 10 year sentence at Faladm prison. The lighthouse tender Columbine sails to Alaska with a cargo for a new bridge project this summer under Captain C B Oliver.
A sale of work is held Thursday January 1 at the Welsh church at 7th and Olive under the Ladies Aid society. Doors open at 2 p.m. Ice cream and refreshments served. Everyone is cordially invited and urged to bring money.
Captain John O'Brien remains in serious condition after being injured by a fall through a hatch on the steamer Olympia last week. Doctors say he is in immediate danger and his recovery is not assured.
Tuesday morning farmers report a quiet market and a half-holiday. Beane prices edge down while veal climbs to 8 cents. The season's first green corn arrives, selling at 50 cents per dozen.
In Spragut Washington on May 30 William Holland age 18 slipped while mounting a horse. His foot went through the stirrup the horse bolted about 100 yards and his body leaped with each jump. He gasped twice and died when the horse was halted.
Congressional leaders from several states express strong support for moving the 1908 Republican convention to Seattle. Speaker Cannon, Beidler, Sibley, Sherman and others praise the city and its June weather, saying Seattle could host both parties if needed. They pledge to use influence to land the event.
President Roosevelt arrives in Jersey City from Washington with Secretary Loeb and others for the unveiling of Major General Henry W. Slocum statue in Brooklyn. Union League club escorts him to breakfast. G A R ladies plan a flower tribute. Bluejackets from Albatross Bear and Grant to attend with a salute.
Residents of Alki point watched a giant whale, reported by Edeward Callahan of San Francisco as 80 feet long, play for about fifteen minutes near the Stockdale hotel. The steamer Flyer passed within a few feet as the crowds observed the creature’s movements from the upper piazza. Callahan compared the animal to a real blubber, noting it surpassed last winter’s black fish in size.
Reports from St Peters burg say Russia may pull Linevitchs army from Manchuria temporarily and possibly abandon Vladivostok. The czar may press the war hoping to gain victory, with grand dukes backing the plan while officials suspect bluff to gain terms.
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