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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1904

Page

7

Gloom at St Petersburg reports on Russo Japanese war

War dispatches from St Petersburg and Paris detail claimed Japanese retreats and failed landings, with French neutrality instructions and a note on new military paper money. Reports describe Manchuria shortages, Russian troop concentrations, and ongoing war economy pressures as nations steer through a difficult phase of the conflict.

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War with England Rumors Reach Paris From Russia

The Figaro cites a high Russian official claiming German Emperor William II sent an autograph letter to the Russian tsar and a frontier telegram hints at near war. British policy reportedly remains aligned with Germany, with talks of Russia, Germany, and France forming a bloc. Russian military circles discuss potential Great Britain conflict and shifting Europe’s balance.

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Official Report on Port Arthur Battle Details and Casualties

A. Alexief reports to St. Petersburg on February 9 actions at Port Arthur. The dispatch lists Russian casualties and Japanese losses, cites limited follow up by Japanese ships, and describes fleet movements led by Vice Admiral Stark and Rear Admiral Ukhtomski. The narrative covers ship positions, batteries engaged, and key vessels such as Petropavlovsk, Sevastopol, and Novik among others.

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Unnamed Imperial Battle Dispatch Describes Night Sea Clash

The report lists numerous officers and ships in a distant battle. It notes unclear outcomes but allies observed enemy vessels sustaining damage and retreatting from further combat. Casualties include five officers wounded 14 men killed and 69 wounded among the fleet, with minor garrison losses.

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Warships For Sale From Foreign Agent In New York

A foreign power agent in New York has offered to supply Russia with a battleship built in 199, two cruisers and two torpedo catchers. The seller claims ships may be moved to Port Arthur for repair but cites no valid authority. Shipping constraints and port dry dock limitations complicate the deal amid tense naval maneuvering.

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Port Arthur Fall Likely as Russia Retreats to Harbin

London reports Viceroy Alexiess plans to abandon Port Arthur Vindigosteek and southern Manchuria to Japan. Movements hint at Russian focus on Harbin while Britain refits Woolwich ships with new 12 inch steel guns. Spanish mobilization and Japanese war fund treasures also feature in dispatches with conflicting accounts of naval actions near Port Arthur and the captured steamer Japan.

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Miller Again Named for Fourth Kansas District

Emports Feb 19 James Monroe Miller was renominated for Congress in Kansas Fourth district by the Republican cantonal convention. Miller is now serving his third term. the convention, held in Emporia, elected officers, delegates to the national convention, and endorsed Senator D. Mulvane for reelection. The resolutions praise Roosevelt, commend Miller, and note deaths of Carl Swensson and Marcia A. Hlarizin while confirming a central committee slate.

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WAR PREPARATIONS AT NEW YORK PORT

A World dispatch reports six months of stock arrivals at New York harbor, with explosives landed for fortifications. Engineers from England direct work on mounting new guns and fortifications. A large force of laborers under royal authority is mobilized to thoroughly test and discharge the defenses, with gate searches in place.

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City Fire Department faces funding talks for equipment upgrade

The City Council fire committee meets with Fire Marshal Wilmarth at 2 90 this afternoon to discuss future fire protection and potential steam fire engine purchase. Wilmarth says no specifics to present, aiming to informally review the state of the department with members. Guantanamo Feb 18 Maine quarantined on arrival for measles and a case of amnioplas. Yankes cruiser reports a malaria case aboard. The sick man was treated at the hospital. Gymnastics Auditorium event set for Tuesday.

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Markets Today Light Break In Live Stock Trade

Market report notes cattle and hog prices with Chicago and Kansas City quotes. Native steers sell from 4.00 to 5.25, hogs around 5.00, wheat and corn futures show advances, May and July options move on wheat strength and car lots.

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California $25 Ticket Sale March and April

An old notice announces a $25.00 ticket sale in California for March and April. The rate also applies to Intermediate points. Good in tourist sleeper cars and free chart cars with liberal stops for full literature and address TL RING.

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