Russians Lose 2000 In Fierce Engagement on Peninsula
Reports from Tokyo and London detail heavy fighting on the Tsim Ta Ling and Feng Wang Cheng sectors with Russians retreating and railways destroyed. Japanese forces claim gains north of Port Arthur with significant casualties on both sides and continued efforts toward Fort Arthur and Kal Chou.
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New Chwane
Fong Wang Cheng
Acard
Ochefoo
Port Arthur Catty
Dalay
Port Arthur
Lamdgn
Tomatye
Sun’s War Report Amid Pacific Skirmishes
A telegraph from May 20 reports Japanese naval events near Chin Chou and Port Dalny with ships damaged or sunk. It notes Japanese retreat of twelve miles, Russian evacuation of Kal Ping, and collision losses including the Yoshing and Hateuse, plus other damaged vessels.
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Toxo
Fatiroad
Kal Ping
Kal Chou
New Chwang
Chefou
Yorhine
Port Dalny
Ling Tie Shan
Russians Jubilant Over Petro pavlovsk Victory Rumors
May 20 St. Petersburg reports intense Russian elation at alleged Russian successes in the Far East after the Petro pavlovsk disaster. Officials hope Chinese reaction shifts, while presses note retribution against Japan and caution against public demonstrations. Authorities stress submarine mine damage and cautious optimism as war enters a new phase.
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Peet
Petropavlovsk
St. Petersburg
Russia
Far East
Feng Wan Chang
Hutcinn
China
Port Arthur
Sibel Bate
Agoth
Faber
Huse
Japan
Genoa
Hussie
Gazetta
Varing
Korelts
Stabbed in the Back Near Tangier and Shoeware Show
Walter Kerr was stabbed last evening at 9:50 near Taturent street by Ha Shaffer with a sharp knife. Kerr was taken to Dr. I. A. Ryder for treatment. the seriousness of the wound remains uncertain. No arrest has been made. A British vessel sailing to Tangier is linked to an American citizen abduction case. Also, Alfred J. Cammeier of New York plans a May 21 appearance at the Throop hotel to showcase boots and shoes, with his agent Gorm New York presenting products and guaranteeing purchases through Cammeier’s leadership.
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Walter Kerr
Ha Shaffer
Tangier
Perdicaux
Cromwell Varley
Armed Arty
Rateat
Weisel
Alfred J. Cammeyer
New York
Alty
Throop Hotel
Canmerur
Amertcn
Commeyers Suerantea
All Go Home Give Up Attempt to Nominate Governor
Springfield May 20 The Republican state convention adjourned after one ineffectual ballot for governor and set May 31 for further balloting. Vote tally showed Yates 483 Lowden 3924 Deneen 3854 Hamlin 133 Warner 53 Sherman 46 Pierce 29. Delegates cheered as the conference dissolved amid a homeward mood and band music.
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Springfield
Republlican
Yates
Lowdon
Deneen
Hamlin
Warner
Sherriman
Pierce
Gardner
Nck
Cannon
PSS Ae Eutl
Yeas
Six Bishops Chosen by Methodist Conference in Los Angeles
In Los Angeles on May 20, the Methodist conference elected five of eight bishops in session. William Burt of Rome led on the fifth ballot with 334 votes. Neely and Wilson advanced with gains, while Cook and Bowen lost. The sixth ballot later elected Luther B. Wiles of Baltimore. The conference addressed doctrinal disputes, education, and plans for missionary bishops to Japan Korea Africa India and Malaya.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Methodist Wenere Conference
Wession
Willem Burt
Italy
Joseph Fr. Y
Henry Spellmyer
William F. McDowell
James W. Bashford
Willam Burt
H.C. Jennings
Geo . Eckman
W. Smith
J. R. Day
Dr. Neely
Dr. Wilson
Wiliam Burt
Rome
Tinty
Wilberhim Aeadems
Wesleyan University
Drew Theological Seminars
New York East Conference
Dis
Committee On
Soln
Antral
Hshopa
Refiabie Honieen
Japan
H.C Jennings
Smithiki
W. A. Quayle
George IP
Eckroan
Election proposals for missionary bishops discussed at conference
Chairman Budley presented a special report on the appointment of new missionary bishops. The committee urged electing an additional for Africa, southern Asia, and for Japan and Korea. The first two items were adopted, the third was debated as recess was taken. A later report proposed a missionary for Mexico and South America.
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Budley
Espacy
Tate & Apecial
Man
Africa
Asia
Japan
Korea
Mw Hobe
Pepe
Euler
Dr Basford Wins and Bishops Named in Newark Vote
Dr Jos F Wmottion leads a veterinary or medical slate with Dr Basford listed top. The article notes Dr Bashford 48 and former Ohio Wesleyan president Bishop Jones W Bashford, W F McDowell and W W Quayle among others. It mentions Henry Spellmeyer as a longtime pastor in Newark and the episcopacy committee considering missionary district questions.
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Lowe
Jos. F
Beshford
We. Burt
T. B. Neeley
J. BR. Day
Geo. P. Hete- Hien
C. W. Smith
Ww. A. Quayle
Achtel
G. F. Bayard
Robert McIntyre
Henry Spellmeyer
Newark
N. J
W. F. McDowell
Board of
Cation
University of Denver
Ohio Wesleyan University
Bishop Jones
W. Bashford
Wisconsin
Hol & Geseion
Lee
Rebekah Day Opens At World Fair In St Louis
The Temple of Fraternity at the world’s fair grounds opened today with Daughters of Rebekah hosting informal ceremonies. Members from across the country attended a general reception. German hydraulic engineering and the imperial ventilation exhibit were shown, and visitors explored the Alaska Building art display. The Olympic events are set for tomorrow in the stadium under the American Athletic Union.
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St Lovie
Todas
Lewald
Shaped Weather Data From Kansas Forecast
Weather notes indicate cloudy skies with probable showers across Kansas and western Missouri. Temperatures ranged from 70s to 80s overnight with scattered reports of rain east of the Missouri River. A Kansas university researcher, Mimy Hyde, plans European travel to study physiology and present findings at scientific meetings.
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Skien
Kantas
Tontelt
Swiuelay
Tedax
Orn
Wheit Elon
Jennings Auge
Kansas
Miaxouri
Missinstoy River
Baker
Concordia
Odes City
Dresden
Wort Scott
Borlia
Hays
Mackeville
McPherson
Manhattan
Osage City
Fedan
Topeka
Wichita
Federation to Meet in Topeka on May 21 Discuss Rail Laws
The Kansas Federation of Commercial Interests calls business men to Topeka on May 21 to discuss proposed changes in state railroad laws and to consider recommending candidates for the railroad commissioners. They supported J. W. Robison at the prior convention and will back him, oppose A. D. Walker, and urge a slate that resists railroad domination. The meeting invites all commercial clubs and business groups to participate in deliberations andPotential campaign planning.
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Kansas Federation of Commercial Interests
Topeka
Sulle
Federation
J. W. Robison
Robison
A. D. Walker
Cal Tw
Kansas Federation of Com ‘Mercia
Kansom
Federmn
State
Boerd of
Wichita
el Dorado
Kanes
Kanan
Neishboring
Thin
Aether
Whitppire
Tata
TY M'Millan
No Flood This Year Sees Kansas River Warning Network
Patrick Connor of the U S Weather Bureau in Kansas City plans a Kansas River flood warning system based at Topeka. A new hydrostatic gauge on the Kansas Avenue bridge will daily readouts telegraphed to Kan City Headquarters. Connor notes flood risk hinges on spring rainfall and debris in the river channels, with no flood expected unless heavy rain returns.
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Patrick Connor
United States Weather Bureau
Kansas City
Topeka
Kinsan
T. HR
Chapin
Blue River
Abilene
Boloman
Balle
Ellsworth
Smoky Hi
Connor
Kaneax River
Missouri River
Gruesome Runaway Brings Coffins Into Street Scene
A farmer from near Auburn drove a wagon with coffins and bodies of two children along Kensie Avenue. The horses bolted after striking a telephone pole, the wagon overturned, and tombstones were damaged. The children have been dead for years. burial plans remain unclear as authorities investigate.
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Kensie Avenue
Tenth Avenue
Hopkins
Auburn
Ole Hin Farm
Xeon Tol
Imo
Cherles
Karen Avenue
Kanme
Hopking
Tovcks
Topetea Erarery
Weather Forecast and Local Crime Brief
The weather forecast from May 26 notes improving conditions with a later cold storm period. Also reported is the Punjab incident: J. M. Dodson, a hotel cook, died after attempting to board a moving train near Pittsburg Kansas, presumed about 20 years old, leaving a widow.
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Smith
Nerte
Pitteburs
Kaen
J. M. Dodson
Sania
Kanaan
Tex
Bern
Opened by Hay Called to Order by Captain Henry King
Captain Henry King, a former Kansan, presided as meeting chair after calling the session to order. The opening remarks outlined agenda items and forthcoming proceedings while noting King’s background and leadership role.
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Henry King
Secretaries At Paris Exposition Parade In St Louis
In St Louis clear skies lit the exposition grounds as thousands filled Festival Hall for the opening of the world parliament. John Hay spoke for the government praising progress and peace while lauding Jefferson and Napoleon as engines of continental expansion and national destiny.
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St. Louis
Giaitore
Stepa
Festival Hall
Henry King
St Louis Globe-Democrat
le Parliament
David KR. Francs
Journaliam Sm
John Hay
Mtr
Washington
Sovervigne
Petaondl
Omana
Gulf of Mexico
Diplomeer
Jung
Yehieh Grant
Siernat
Whfel Johnston
Pemberton
Coxether
Chase
Sale
Jefferson
America
Napoleon
Europe
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Ext Shaffer
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Sam Benedict
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