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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1905
Page
2
A manuscript copy of Ulalume in Poe's handwriting sold at a New York auction for 1000 dollars. The sale details meanwhile touch on various national events from political redistricting to notable deaths and public notices.
Since the reorganization of the Vanderbilt roads east of Chicago a short time ago several changes have been made in the operating department. The most important is the
A St. Petersburg dispatch reports peace terms expected soon after formal discussions. Russia would yield Corea to Japanese suzerainty, cede Port Arthur and Liaotung, place Eastern China railroad under neutral administration, and restore Manchuria west to Waerbin as part of China. Indemnity remains unsettled. Russia may choose battle again. The Moscow assassin of Grand Duke Sergius shows defiant motives claiming to act for an oppressed people.
The river and harbor appropriation bill, totaling 17,234,657 dollars, passed the House without any dollar added or subtracted after a long session. Amendments by the committee were adopted, including one enhancing New York harbor supervisor police powers and oyster bed protections. The session also sent the military academy appropriation bill to conference and authorized senior officers Hawley and Osterhaus for general officer appointments as requested.
General Kuropatkin reports a fierce clash fifty miles southeast of Mukden with Japanese forces gaining ground at Tsinkhetchen and passes near San Liaxytm. He notes heavy Russian casualties, bravery on both sides, and maneuvers to guard the Taltse crossings as Vladivostok reports a cautious open harbor entrance and a Japanese squadron delaying co operation with Northelessky's fleet.
Washington. Everts to harmonize differences over statehood for four territories continued fruitlessly in the Senate. Friends of the proposition balk at making Oklahoma and Indian Territory join now while other territories wait. House agreement and conference report on joint admission of Arizona and New Mexico are disputed. Delays threaten passage this session.
Senator Shidlovski, president of the commission under Emperor Nicholas, urges employers and workers to elect representatives. Factories with 100+ workers elect fifteen delegates, workers choose forty five delegates on March 2. Voting includes men and women. delegates must be male workers with at least one year’s experience and freely elected without employer interference.
Senate committee approves the naval appropriation bill with total funding of 100,336,869 dollars an increase of 422,520 over the house figure. The measure adds 205,000 for Marine Corps personnel and raises costs for colliers and scout cruisers to 1,450,000 and 2,000,000 dollars respectively. Sailing training vessels are raised to 410,000 dollars each under the 1903 act.
Senator Millard receives a Platte county republican resolution endorsing a law to sell a special postage stamp allowing the postmaster at delivery to open letters and transmit contents via telephone to the recipient. The concept aims to aid farmers and rural telephone networks though past Senate experiments focused on telephoning A. D. T offices and dispatching delivery letters.
Washington senate panel reports a resolution to authorize Interstate Commerce Committee to sit during recess and take testimony on railroad rate regulation. A subcommittee drafted the measure with Foraker Kean and Carmack. Newlands’ plan to create a national railroad incorporation act is referred to the ICC for study and possible changes.
Congressman Hinshaw urged President to intercede for Cadet C B Bowlby son of a Crete Neb editor to appoint him as second lieutenant. Bowlby was dismissed from West Point May 21 1901 for a rule infraction with possible personal influence noted. President said he would discuss with the secretary of war. four other cadets faced the same offense.
Washington reports a Senate committee version of the Indian appropriation bill includes Bard of California’s amendment prohibiting any funds from Indian trust or tribal accounts from being used to support sectarian or denominational schools. The measure targets all principal and interest held by the United States for Indian tribes.
TOKLO reports Japanese center division moved to the left front and advanced from Ta mountain. Columns extended fifteen miles west to a point near Wan elaquantzu, two miles northwest of Wanelaquantzu. Russians shelled Japanese lines Saturday. Japanese artillery responses were often ineffective.
Reports from St. Petersburg describe a growing unrest in southern provinces with agitators circulating rumors that Emperor will issue a March 4 manifesto to divide lands. Peasants claim the ruler has decided and refuse explanations, fearing agrarian upheaval and potential troop dispatch to the Caucasus.
Grand Opera presents Parsifal in German on March 29 and Lucia di Lammermoor in Italian on March 30 at the Omaha Auditorium. Stars include Sembrich, Caruso, Burgstaller, Fremstadt, Hertz conducts Parsifal. Vigna conducts Lucia. Prices range from 1.00 to 6.00 with special railroad rates. applications and mail orders to Clement Chase, 1505 Uphward Street, Omaha Neb.
Prof George Stephen Goodspeed of the University of Chicago history department died from pneumonia in Chicago. He graduated from Brown University in 1880 and earned his doctorate at Yale.
Russian forces push into eastern Shakhe area amid headlines of General Kuropakin retirement rumors. Associated Press dispatches indicate ongoing operations of significance in the mountain region to the east, with two divisions already deployed and strong fighting anticipated in the days ahead.
J B Corton of Deppe NC reports back pain relief after using Dyuan's Kidney Pills. He could not walk far or lift heavy weights before using them, but after treatment his back is strong and he can ride long distances. He praises the remedy and shares it with neighbors. Trial offer available via Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. Price 50 cents.
The John A Salterseed Co of La Crosse Wisconsin introduced a remarkable grass three years ago that has become the most talked of American flora. It is touted as the biggest, quickest hay producer on earth and has drawn nationwide attention.
A compact critique argues that society overpraises the dead while unjustly denigrating the living, urging a balanced view of all people and actions. The phrase hints at broader social commentary on memory, value, and human judgment.
State of Michigan Toledo city affidavit from Frank J Cheney sworn December 6 before A. W. Gleason. He certifies that the firm will pay $100 for each Carakun case not cured by Hanv’s Carankit Cure. Includes marketing copy for Catarrh Cure and Fall’s Pustly Pits with testimonials and dealer mentions.
A public debate centers on honesty in insurers as premium payments become a focal point. Stakeholders include policyholders and industry regulators assessing trust and solvency amid ongoing coverage concerns.
An advertisement urges housekeepers to choose Defiance Cold Water Starch for laundry. It claims each 16 oz package costs 10 cents, unlike competing half pound packages, and asserts Defiance does not stick to irons or contain injurious chemicals. It warns grocers may push smaller stock to clear shelves.
A social observation notes that as women age they increasingly adopt youthful, girlish attitudes and behaviors.
A fragment notes grocers do not stock Defiance Starch due to a stack of 1-ounce brands and buyers preferring the 19-ounce package. It quotes a customer praise for Defiance and a dated anecdote from Van Buren Indiana, reflecting early 1800s marketing sensibilities.
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