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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1904
Page
1
Two Russian warships were sunk in the harbor at Chemulpo during the engagement. Reports describe heavy naval action with other vessels damaged and retreat ordered by Russian fleet units. This fleet loss marks a major setback in the port city battle.
Tokyo dispatch reports continued Japanese attacks off Port Arthur and Chemulpo during the Russo Japanese War. Russian cruisers Varing and Koriets destroyed. transport ships seized. Port Arthur fortress bombardment ongoing. Official Moscow notes confirm damage, while diplomatic notes discuss neutrality and possible future actions.
Berlin reports naval observers concentrate on the Japanese Russian clashes. Experts say Japan has gained sea superiority and may swiftly invest Port Arthur from land while Russian ships linger near shore batteries. Japanese cruisers exhibit readiness whereas some Russian vessels show long undocked neglect.
Reports discuss Nisahin and Kasuga as possible westward and eastward actions by Japanese forces after leaving Singapore. The German official view notes two or more enemy ships beyond Aden and potential clashes with Russian defenses. Manchurian railroad disruption is anticipated, with Japanese bands aiding to sever lines as war begins. German naval routes to the east are rerouted via New York.
Reports from St Petersburg recount intense public reaction to Japan's bombardment of Port Arthur. Officials broadcast bulletins while crowds besieged the Interior Ministry awaiting news. Across Russia patriotic fervor spreads with suspicions over full losses, theaters demanding the national anthem, and Red Cross volunteers lining up to serve.
A telegram from Viceroy Alexie dated February 8 reports Japanese naval action near Port Arthur. Russia says ten men killed and fifty four wounded in the engagement with a Japanese squadron. Continued on the sixth page.
Paris reports that US efforts to preserve Chinese neutrality amid Russia Japan hostilities draw wide attention. France favors restraint and avoids actions embarrassing Russia, while hopes to keep shipping lanes open. No accord expected soon due to diverging views among powers. Meanwhile public notices on Senator Hanna show improving condition after typhoid fever with stable vitals and cautious progress.
Berlin Feb 10 Secretary Hay sent a note to the powers on China's neutrality and integrity. Foreign Secretary von Ruchthofen delivered it to Germany. The Associated Press says Germany likely finds Hay's proposals acceptable as they aim to end the war and prevent new international disputes.
Washington February 10 reports Senator Hanns condition as improving at noon after a night of medical consultation. Earlier the condition was less favorable, with doctors noting increased gas and distress but midday signs showed partial improvement.
The trial date for Senator Jos R Burton of Kansas on charges of taking a fee from Rialto Grain for official protection was moved from March 7 to March 1 in St. Louis federal court. Judge Adams set the hearing. Burton gave bond of 5000 dollars earlier. District Attorney Dyer said the new date was by agreement. a 36 member special venire was ordered for the trial date.
Fire heavily damages Dr Robert son’s sanitarium in Quenemo Kansas wiping out the kitchen laundry and several sleeping rooms. About 80 patients affected as flames spread through the facility early today. Temperatures for major cities listed include Chicago 18 and Minneapolis 10 below zero with forecasts for Kansas and westward warming later. American billiardist Willie Hoppe wins the event beating Sanches in a held match.
Reported discord over county convention delegation resurfaces as Gomer Davies also loses in his ward but will attend the state convention. Other political items note Low in Washington talks with Curtis, Vincent retires from renomination bid, Findlay seeks re-election, and Hoch/Davies power plays in Cloud and neighboring counties.
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