In the Trenches Before Port Arthur Kennan’s Frontline View
George Kennan recounts trench warfare near Port Arthur with Japanese assaults and Russian defenses. He describes shell bursts, shrapnel danger, and the grueling conditions in open trenches, noting variability in shell risk and the improvised courage of soldiers. The piece blends his battlefield observations with reflections on combat realism and personal risk.
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George Kennan
Imost
Sangsushan
Mount Petea
Ginck
Sinoh
Japan's Financial Showing Reported in New York Post
New York Evening Post summarizes Griscom's report on Japan's finances. Despite wartime strains, crops and rice value rose, imports outpaced exports with a net positive outlook. First nine months of 1904 show no imminent collapse, countering fears of rapid financial decline.
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Tokdo
Gelscom
Japan
Paris
Russia
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State Department
Elt Oven
World’s money center growth drives New York bonds surge
The New York Sun notes the city becoming the world’s money center with secured bond sales soaring to 1,087,083,000 in the year, up from 694,200,350 prior year, as political stability fuels capital. It highlights sizable loans to London underground, Mexico, Cuba, Japan, and Russia, reflecting broad international financial activity.
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New York Sun
New York
Fargé
London “Underground
Mexico
Cuba
Japan
New Masanje Temple Planned for Marshalltown Costing About 100000
In Marshalltown Iowa a new Masanje temple estimated near 100000 is planned to be completed before midwinter. At a Masante Temple Association meeting officers were elected including President J L Carney and Eston Webster as secretary and treasurer BObbe The ground for the structure has been purchased.
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Marshalltown
Jam
Wake of Gus Chapman Sparks Wide Stir in City
At Worth Fifth Street a wake crowd gathered for Gus Chapman of the East St. Louis Knights of Pythias lodge. A white shrouded figure answered the bell. Chapman, claiming he was not dead, said funds had gone to refreshments.
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Fae
Renty
Gus Chapman
Theodore Thomas Autobiography to Be Published in Two Volumes
The A C McClurg company will publish Theodore Thomas life story in two volumes in April. The first volume will cover his life and work with an autobiography by Thomas from 1904, plus an annotated life appreciation by George P. Upton. The second volume will present key programs from 1855 to 1905, with essays by Thomas on program making and related topics.
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Theodore Thomas
Per‘nent
A. C. McClurg & Co
Thedall
Thomas
George P. Upton
Thomas Wis
Mr. Thomas
Felsengarten
New Hampshire
Thom
Upton
Euch
United States
Hic Orchestra
Tptim
Sposal
Tragic Cow Attack Claims Local Resident in Swedenburg
Mrs. Ne of Johnsen, a respected resident, died from injuries after a cow injured her while she entered a barn to help remove a calf. She suffered broken ribs and a broken shoulder, remained conscious for a time, and died about twenty minutes before final aid arrived. She leaves two daughters and a grandson.
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Swedenburg
Ne of
Arrest recording details man named Johnson in Des Moines
Fragmentary report shows Charles Johnson, a 21-year-old from Des Moines, sentenced to 38 days two weeks ago. A confrontation near the police station led to a chase with a woman pursued. officer Carils detained Johnson as investigators identified him and his alias.
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I Tann
Charley Swith
Whe Jr
Third Street
Charles Johnson
He Balls
Des
Moine
Dr Miles Nervine and Restorative Nervine Ad
An early 20th century style advertisement touts Dr Miles Nervine as a cure for nervous disorders and related internal diseases. It claims nerve-toning benefits, lists ailments, and promotes a free trial package of Dr Miles Apt-Pain Pills alongside a symptom blank for diagnosis.
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Miles
Miled
Tom Blank
Quiet Hour Poem About Divine Call and Daily Duty
A historical poem reflects on seeking grand battles for God yet receiving a quiet life with small duties. The speaker learns that personal plans are secondary to a larger divine design and that faithful daily tasks contribute to the victory.
Lilcovet Company Faces New Trouble And Claims
Yown Falls January 21. Another meeting of the Litlovet company is noted as promoters seek to resolve a 20 004 claim unsettled. Promoters allegedly tied property to stock issuance of 225 000 shares to a coterie. Reports say treasury stock costs 125 000 to fund dredge and recovery. Directors reportedly approved a duplicate contract of 64 494 to cover expenses. If accurate, promoter stock may owe treasury 20 000 though action remains. Future policy of the organization will decide.
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Yown Falls
Jen
Litlovet
Telg
Feor
Treasury
Bethea May Become Judge in Western Judicial District
Washington January 21 Representative Hitt introduced a bill to create a western judicial district in Illinois. It provides for appointment of district judges and, if enacted, Sol Bethea United States district attorney at Chicago would be named to one of the posts pending confirmation.
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Washington
Hitt
S. Bil
Llingis
Tle Ai
Cullom
Hopkins
Sol
Attempted death by own action case in local jail
A detainee, 22 year old Albert Tabheton, faced a misdemeanor charge and threatened to die by his own hand. Hearing held in cell as officers sought to add charges. he was discharged after police noted the threat.
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Kewnupa
Albert
Tabheton
Johnson Choi
Strikes Halt Work On Russian Naval Projects
In St Petersburg workers at Neva Shipbuilding Works walk out, halting submarine boat and gun boat construction. About 12 000 employees join the strike, with fears of 26 000 more from Obukhov Steel Works. Police and troops surge, while other mills demand an eight hour day. The movement remains a trade dispute, though some claim political aims. Large crowds surround Winter Palace during Epiphany rites.
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Eariy
Neve Shipbuilding Works
Puttlof
Pravco-Rusian
Neva
Gener
Obukhof
T Guorsand
Sheipatite
Iron and Steel
Social Democrats
Tne
Winter’ Palace
Exiperoc
Pistol Duel Ends in Death and Wounding at Elvins
Dan Sparks was killed and Jim Harris wounded in a shooting affray at Elvins on Wednesday afternoon. The men fought after an altercation in Smith's salon. Sparks fired a shot to Harris's left chest and fled. Harris returned fire with three shots that took effect.
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Dan Sparks
Jim Harris
Elvins
Smilth
Sparks
Harris
Way Down East at Burtis Opera House Saturday
Local notice previews the Saturday program Way Down East with matinee and night showings. The review lauds the play as popular and repeated in cities, appealing to both city and rural audiences and drawing strong crowds every engagement.
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New England
Burtis, Opera House
Wr. A. Brady
Joseph St Grismer
Deny The Schafer Murder Conspiracy Case at Bedord Indiana
Bedford Ind figures Frank Evans and William Browning face preliminary trial over murder claims. Evans says he is victim of a conspiracy seeking a reward. Browning alleges arrest is spiteful moves. City marshal Myers reports insufficient evidence yet to detain further.
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Browning
Wee
Tosma
Saan
Evans
Huis
Marsiend Myers
Ieee Proannea
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