Russians prepare to defend Vladivostok
A dispatch from Vladivostok reports General Lavroff ordering civilians to rapidly evacuate families as 3000 women and children remain in the fortress. The message notes plans to receive Rear Admiral Witsoofts squadron from Port Arthur and hints at imminent active operations against the city. The admiralty denies knowledge of the squadron’s whereabouts.
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Vladivostok
Lavroff
Bui
Witsoofts
Port Arthur
Admiralty
Japanese Fleet May Have Met The Russian Vladivostok Squadron
TOKIO reports from Saga police station at 3 30 p m state a report that Japanese fleet may have encountered the Russian Vladivostok squadron during naval operations.
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Vladivostok
Tokio
Saga
Port Arthur evacuation amid bombardment latest report
HEFCO dispatch notes Chinese refugees leaving Port Arthur as Russian forces seize supplies and cattle. Fighting persists on land and sea with refugees uncertain of the outcome. Arrivals from Dalny confirm large Japanese landing on Liao Tung peninsula.
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HEFCO
Port Arthur
Dalny
Liao Tung
Fireman Saunders Injured in Tank Engine Accident
Fireman Saunders slipped while drawing water at the tank last night and fell from the engine. He sustained painful wounds but no broken bones and was taken to his K Street room for treatment by Dr Kellogg. The report comes from the Californian largest circulation.
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Saunders
K Street
Dr. Kellogg
Russian losses in Manchuria reach 1000 men and 20 officers
A June 17 dispatch from Liao Yang to the Associated Press reports General Stakelberg's Russian losses at about 1000 men and 20 officers. The dispatch notes Russian forces have begun an offensive and predict further fighting as troops move.
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ST. Petersburg
Associated Press
Liao Yang
Stakelberg
Assassination of Finland Governor Stirs Russians
Moscow reports say General Bobrikoff’s assassination causes a major stir and temporary shift from war news. Papers publish biographies and editorials. Unclear situation with General Stakelberg possibly retiring northward and reinforcements moving toward the front. The AP telegram notes large troop movements along the railroad but direction unknown. Major General Mistchenko’s whereabouts are not known, adding to uncertainty.
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ST. Petersburg
Bobrikoff
Mistchenko
Investigate Slocum Fire Death Toll Falls Slowly
New York reports 532 bodies recovered after the General Slocum disaster with 490 to 500 still missing. Officials fear total deaths may reach 900 to 1000 as investigations begin by federal, coroner, and district attorney offices.
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New York
Highth Street
Rivington Street
Department of Commerce
Var Schaick
Slocum
Edward Flanagan
William Thombley
Flanagan
Haat
Kodak and Developing Equipment on Sale This Week
Include Kodak cameras and developing machines in outfits with prices from $1 to $36 for Kodaks and $2 to $10 for developing machines. We offer prompt developing and printing services.
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Kodak
Prescription ad highlights free Bakersfield delivery
A local药 ad promotes a leading prescription drug gist with Phone Main 64 offering free delivery in Bakersfield and Kern County.
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Phone Main
Bakersfield and
Kern
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