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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1904
Page
1
The report from the Liaotung Peninsula states daily skirmishes from May 5 to 16 with Japanese detachments driving back Russians and destroying telegraph lines. At Pulantien the Japanese seized heights three and a half miles from Kinchow after severe fighting. Japanese casualties total 146, including nine officers killed.
May 19 Chefoo dispatch reports the Japanese defeat the Russian garrison at Kaichou on the Liaotung peninsula west coast. Russians retreat toward Newchwang while Chinese sources note skirmishing along the Kaichou rail line and Japanese circulars urge Chinese to stock provisions and transport. The remaining Russian guard plans evacuation as wood and oil are loaded to the gunboat Sivouch to be burned if Russians leave Newchwang.
Aged defendant James N. Tyner seated in an invalid chair denied accusations in the Tyner Barrett conspiracy case. Under defense counsel Worthington, Tyner spoke clearly though softly as tears flowed when charged with dishonest acts. After testimony, Major Conrad said he would not pursue cross examination.
A St. Petersburg dispatch dated May 19 reports no fighting at sea since the telegraph line was cut and Russian ships remained secure. The note confirms a Chinese runner system delivering Liao Yang dispatches past Japanese lines to reach General Kuropatkin, signaling a new communications method between the fortress and command.
May 19 report from St. Petersburg confirms via Port Arthur mail that Admiral Togo employed submarine boats. A general and several officers described sightings of a submarine torpedoing the Petropavlovsk and firing a torpedo at the Po bieda, with attempts to sink the craft unsuccessful.
Lloyd's agent at Newchwang reports that a Japanese division landed at Kaichou on May 16 and is marching toward Newchwang. Russian evacuation nears completion while Japanese forces are expected to arrive soon. Newchwang remains quiet and shipping shows favorable progress.
Milwaukee May 19 delegates at large chosen Timothy E. Ryan of Waukesha David S. Rose of Milwaukee Neal Brown of Wausau Charles H. Weisse of Sheboygan Falls to vote for E C Wall for president platform favors enforcement against trusts tariff for revenue only repeal of tariff on all trust made articles deposits of surplus public moneys in safe bank depositories an income tax law and direct election of United States senators
Lincoln Neb May 19 conferences among candidates and friends continued through the night without agreement. The party met at the Auditorium with one of the largest attendances in state history as delegates gathered for the convention. The secretary of state race was the most vigorous contest while governor treasurer and attorney general delegate outcomes remained unsettled.
Washington May 19 ex governor Murray E Crane of Massachusetts is said to be the president s choice for secretary of commerce and labor If Cortelyou is selected as chairman Crane was the first choice for that post but declined due to health concerns
The general staff confirms Kuropatkin aims to avoid a decisive battle and withdraw toward Mukden and Harbin. The retreat follows Japanese pressure with outpost engagements expected and Kinchou abandoned after fort dismantling and sun removals to Port Arthur.
A Liaoyang dispatch reports no new assaults on Port Arthur since May 13 as Japanese land forces at Pitsewo prepare for a land offensive, likely with renewed fleet bombardment. Russians incur no losses in these operations aimed at clearing mines from Kerr Bay.
Heavy rains and snow hinder military movements near Liaoyang. Rail lines north of Mukden loosened at Shu amandzy station causing a wreck that killed thirty people, mostly families of railroad workers traveling north.
The Friesland signalled a broken shaft and the steamer Aurania reports passing her off Waterford. A tug was sent from Queenstown to assist the disabled Friesland into port.
Chicago report blames smoke pollution for 2,591 deaths from consumption between July 1903 and April 1904. Northwestern University professor Charles Louis Mix cites a map of the heavily affected areas, arguing the cost of uncontrolled smoke goes beyond paint or art, calling it “smoke murders.”
A cable from Rear Admiral Cooper commanding the United States Asiatic squadron says he expects to arrive at Chefoo soon with his squadron.
A flotilla arrived at Chefoo from Port Dalny with reports that 6060 Chinese and several Russian refugees left there on Tuesday. The attempted attack on Port Dalny docks failed, but the iron pier at Talienwan was destroyed. Heavy firing was heard north of Port Dalny on Monday.
New York May 19 Western Union discontinues its horse race news service. Cole Robert C Clowry notified superintendents in New York Chicago San Francisco that racing reports will no longer be collected or distributed by the company. Only races officially filed for transmission will be sent henceforth.
Washington May 19 cable advices to Dr Calderon Peru's minister say hostilities between Peru and Brazil are unlikely. Negotiations have begun in Rio de Janeiro under favorable auspices and a satisfactorily settlement over Jurus and Purus river disputes is anticipated.
A demented woman from St. Paul threw her three year old child from the Walnut street bridge into the Des Moines river. A riverman spotted the splash, reached the spot and rescued the mother and child. The child remains in danger.
Madison May 19 The Wisconsin Republican state convention opened amid high factional tension. The central committee awarded Lafollette about 580 delegates to 485 for the opposition, yielding a minority protest that was not recognized. Temporary chairman Irvine Lenroot praised Lafollette while rioting controversy over valid credentials continued. Governor Herrick and key leaders were elected delegates at large amid crowds and security precautions.
Winona Minnesota May 19 Charles Franke Jr son of a Wisconsin farmer died in a pasture accident while chasing a stubborn cow. He fell over a wire while running and broke his neck. His younger brother witnessed the tragedy.
Berlin reports from the Lokal Anzeiger that the Hereros hold a two year ammunition stockpile in German Southwest Africa. Germany has chartered several Hamburg American and North German Lloyd steamers to bring reinforcements of troops and horses to Swakopmund as Lieutenant General von Trotha prepares to sail for Gwakonuead next Friday.
Chicago May 19 editors report the limestone and concrete teamsters won a straight eleven hour day and a weekly advance of 60 cents. The deal ends a dispute involving about 25 000 workers across the teamsters and building material sectors.
Shawano Wisconsin May 19 officers from Green Bay agency at Keshava report the death of Moses Shatarne a member of the Menomonie tribe from a revolver wound inflicted by George McCall The incident marks the county’s fourth killing in ten weeks in the Mesopotine area. Charles W Johnson of Minneapolis seeks the Republican committee secretary post submitting a bid that he does not want his name considered if Secretary Dover wants the job.
At the Des Moines state convention the auditorium was full as Chairman Spence called for order. In attendance were Secretary of the Treasury Show and Iowa's congressional delegation. Senators Allison and Dolliver, plus J. W. Blythe and Governor A. B. Cummins, were chosen as delegates at large to the Chicago convention.
Springfield Alabama May 19. Chairman called the Republican state convention to order at 11 12 and Assistant Clerk Van Clevel began the ballot call. On the thirty ninth ballot Yeates led with 485 votes while En den 396 Dene 44212 Hamlin 112 Warner 36 Sherman 2 and Pierre 20 trailed. After two more ballots a recess was taken to 3 p m.
The Republican state convention in Grand Rapids opened at 11 o clock with State Chairman G. J. Diekema delivering praise for Roosevelt on trusts race treaty obligations and Pangima recognition. Senator J. C. Burrows served as temporary chairman and spoke at length before the two hour recess.
A dispatch from Bitlis reports that seventeen villages in Sassoun district were destroyed by Armenian insurgents. More than 600 Armenian families sought refuge in Mush, Bitlis.
In Columbus on May 13 the small attendance at a Ohio Republican event drew little public interest as observers noted sparse turnout and muted energy. The report highlights low engagement and subdued coverage of the gathering.
Telegram from Tokio reports Japanese divisions arriving near Mukden with orders to sever General Kuropatkin's retreat line northward, signaling intensified efforts in the Manchurian front.
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