Strikes Grow in St Petersburg Steel and Shipyards
In St Petersburg a widening strike shuts Neva shipyard, Ubukhof steel works, and related mills. About 68,000 workers are out, with 60,000 more in big cotton mills. Socialistic leaders push for a political demonstration amid tensions with troops and potential bloodshed as winter hardships bite.
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Japanese Intercept Cossacks in Early January
General Kuropatkin reports a Japanese detachment attacked General Mistchenko's cavalry near Tatchekao on January 14, using mist cover to flank Russians. Russian artillery caused heavy Japanese losses as they retired northward. Earlier, a Russian patrol blew up a railway and telegraph line two miles north of Tatchekao. A separate skirmish near IK10 noted a Japanese victory over Ninth Siberian Cossacks.
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Russians Claim Chinese Aid To Units In Russia
Aden reports the Third division of the Russian Pacific squadron, under Rear Admiral Botrovsky, reached Jibutil French Somaliland after leaving Suez on January 12. Japanese Manchurian HQ says Russian troops were aided by Chinese regulars in recent engagements near Sanchia west of Newehwang, with over three hundred Russian casualties and captures of arms.
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Adams Gubernatorial Contest In Colorado Hears Case
Beaver Colorado January 19 a twenty seven member committee of nine senators and eighteen representatives was formed to hear the gubernatorial contest between former Governor James H Peabody Republican and Governor Alva Adams Democrat. The panel aims to conclude the inquiry by March 1. The group includes Representatives William H Griffith as chairman with eighteen Republicans and nine Democrats. The plan to submit the contest to a committee rather than a joint session faced opposition from all Democrats and three Republicans for constitutional concerns. Adams lead attorney Judge Julius Bell is a Republican while Peabody’s attorney John M Waldron formerly aligned with Democrats.
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Governor Folk Tightens Lobbyist Rules in Jefferson City
Jefferson City residents report Governor Folk has ordered strict lobbyist controls, requiring arrival notice, objective disclosure, and a 30 hour stay limit. The move targets corp influence, with reporters similarly informed, while lawmakers face changes to travel compensation amid a shift from free transport.
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Attempt on Life of Gzar Shocks St Petersburg Ceremony
Reports from St Petersburg describe an Epiphany blessing at the Winter Palace disturbed by a stray grape shot from a guard battery. The projectile pierced the palace area, injuring several, with officials split over accident or plot. An official police statement cites shrapnel bullets entering the chapel but harming only one man severely.
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United States
Japanese Capture Goal and Torpedo Action Reported
Tokyo dispatch states a Japanese torpedo boat attacked a Dutch vessel bound for Vladivostok. The incident occurred near the Far East sea lanes with limited details on casualties or exact ship names.
Gen Stoessel Sails for Russia Explains Fort Arthur Surrender
Washington and London dispatches report General Stoessel aboard the Austroasiatic schooner to Russia. He claims the New Year capitulation was a coincidence and cites losses at Meier hill, poor fortifications at Port Arthur, and war weariness as key factors. Russian officers condemn Admiral Alexeif for fortifying Port Arthur and blame the government for entering the war.
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Russia thanks United States for action on China neutrality
Russia expressed gratitude through Count Cassini for Washington's prompt note to China about charges that Russia's neutrality was violated. Secretary Hay acknowledged receipt and said the U S had urged China to preserve neutrality and avoid entanglement while China assured it would remain strictly neutral and prevent violations by belligerents.
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Japanese Prize Take Headlines Japanese Steamer Overhauled En Route Vladivostok
Japanese forces capture the British steamer Hnantry at Tsuartaka carrying provisions and ship building materials from Kiaochow to Vladivostok and sail it to Saneho. A second prize steamer is reported but details are sparse as Sanebo prize court awaits rulings on recent captures. Republican Niedringhaus gains in Missouri ballot count for U S senator as party faction coalesces. Kerens emerges as strongest opponent. A Texas bill aims to bar mileage payments to senators and members using passes, requiring sworn statements of nonuse. A stray quip ponders a thief who steals and then forgets the thief.
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Bedford murder case mystery revived
Bedford Indiana January 19 authorities announce a new move in the 1904 murder of Sarah Schafer based on information from Mrs. Cook a former Browning wife. Frank Evans and William Browning are in custody with claims of conspiracy and new details about the attack on the teacher.
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Chicago Board of Trade Latest Cash Market Reports
Chicago market notes rice the Wheat futures in play with various months and price ranges. Live poultry and dairy products show mixed movements with fresh stock and packed goods described. Grain quotations list prices for corn oats and rye while produce sections note butter eggs and potatoes with regional price spreads.
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Partners Die on Same Day in Weat Chester
In Weat Chester Pennsylvania on January 19 Charles H. Hammond aged 41 died of typhoid pneumonia. Two hours later his uncle Samuel K. Hammond aged 73 died from heart trouble. The two had run a drug business together for thirty years.
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King Oscar Ill With Facial Paralysis Reported
A Copenhagen dispatch to the Daily Telegraph says King Oscar of Sweden is dangerously ill with facial paralysis.
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Colfax Postoffice Robbery Reported in Iowa
Bloomington Iowa January 19 three men robbed the Colfax postoffice blowing the safe and taking several hundred dollars in cash and stamps local authorities investigate the heist and seek suspects
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Fire Ruins Carriage Works in Pas Jan 10
Fire gutted the Carriage Works in the city of Pas, severely damaging machinery and stock. Early reports say fire departments battled the blaze across several hours but the cause remains under investigation and no injuries are confirmed.
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Senate Debates Statehood, Impeachment Move Dominates Washington
Congress grapples with impeachment charges against Judge Swayne and statehood legislation as Senate leaders push to count electoral votes and House approves army appropriation. Debates touch on Indian territory, treasury funds, and postal matters while Porto Rico envoy voices US stance.
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