07 Jan 1905
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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1905
Page
1
Developments from the Mrs Chadwick case indicate insanity will be her likely defense at trial. A Russian officer’s letter captured by the Japanese says Port Arthur cannot defend beyond December. Reports also note the fall of Rihlung Mountain and gun mounting enabling control of Port Arthur.
The First National Bank of Conneaut executives O C Lillie and M fraver were arrested by U S Marshal Chandler for alleged violations of banking laws. Chicago flour dealer W H Jones of Washburn Crosby died in an accident in Chicago. Canadian MP Bikerdyke plans a bill criminalizing US money circulation in Canada. Chauncey Depew to serve another six year Senate term beside Platt. Russia forecasts $364 million year end war costs with $248 million spent by Nov 23. Guthrie grand jury indicts eight in Capital National Bank fraud case, alleging false entries to mislead examiners.
It was reported on the 2d that Be cash, chief of the Ben M'Sur tribesmen, had been killed during a raid on a village near Tangier, Morocco. Be cash led the last attack on the residence of Walter B. Harris, Tangier correspondent of the London Times, on December 2.
Fragmentary report notes Admirals and Kamraura tied to a pent state with references to Togo. The brief text is unreadable in parts, but indicates multiple entities linked to a diplomatic or strategic context.
Tokyo dispatch describes capitulation of Russian forces at Port Arthur after negotiations begun under Gen. Nogi. The garrison surrenders with likely parole and honors. observers foresee magnanimous terms and potential impact on peace efforts and European reactions.
Paris reports the surrender of Port Arthur creates a deep impression in official, diplomatic, and public circles. News from Tokio informs Russian officials, while the Japanese legation receives a concise progress summary of negotiations. The Temps reflects the French view with a somber tone.
Tangier Morocco January 3 Becash chief of the Ben M'Sur tribesmen killed during a village raid near Tangier. He headed the prior assault on the residence of Walter B Harris Tangier correspondent of the London Times on December 2.
A brief description from Westfield Massachusetts notes a mouse crossing a terminal area amid an electric light ration scene in gloomy town conditions. The quirky incident highlights local mood and everyday disruptions.
The capitulation of Port Arthur is described as the sensation in London on January 3. Citizens discuss the event from street corners to service clubs, legations, and resale rooms as heavy snow covers the city.
The commander of Port Arthur’s defenses and cabinet ministers praise both sides as Gen. Stoessel’s concessions are noted with satisfaction. The Russian stronghold’s fall, discounted earlier, prompts diplomatic circles to weigh its impact on peace prospects, though no clear end to hostilities is seen.
St. Petersburg officials concede Port Arthur fate is sealed and Gen Stoessel’s defense ended yet news has not been released to the public. Foreign telegrams are withheld awaiting an official announcement, leaving citizens unprepared for a serious blow to national pride.
Chefoo dispatch reports from Russian torpedo boat destroyers arriving at Paris say Port Arthur town is entirely destroyed including the hospital in the northwest section. The claim emphasizes total devastation and loss of facilities in the coastal fortress city.
A dispatch from St. Petersburg reported to the Russian embassy that General Kondratenko, commander of Port Arthur artillery, died at the fortress. The message dated January 3 confirms the death in the Port Arthur crisis.
Frank Wiesse of Amboy, a retired Illinois Central engineer, killed himself by stepping in front of a train in Dixon on January 1. He served as an IL Central engineer for 30 years before retiring five years ago.
Mrs A R Hemphill of DeSoto and her husband died after he drew her onto railroad tracks near Carbondale as an Illinois Central train approached at speed. The couple had argued over whisky and the man refused to stay with his wife before the fatal sequence.
Authorities probe the deaths of three Roumanians linked to a grading camp east of Madison. Two bodies were found. Officials say rivals may have killed them for alleged offenses against the union. Camp residents reportedly drank heavily and fought recently. The surviving injured man admitted a fight but withheld details.
J H Smith of Murphysboro filed in circuit court for 20000 damages for injuries claimed by his son C H Smith from an explosion of 100 cans of powder in mine No 7 at Herrin owned by Big Muddy Coal & Iron Co. last May, an incident that caused eleven deaths and marks the twenty second such suit.
Leroy K. Nesbit, a Chicago banker, died by his own hand in a local undertaking establishment while buying a coffin for a friend. A card found in his pocket read I am tired of being a cripple, reflecting years of failed cure attempts and heavy expenses.
Governor Yates issues a proclamation offering 200 dollars for arrest and conviction of the unknown murderer of detective E F E Keith of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad, killed at Bushnell on December 24.
Letitia Green Stevenson chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution held a colonial reception at the home of Mrs. Mathew T. Scott in Bloomington. Guests represented notable figures from the George Washington era.
Michael Beecher aged 45 lies near death in St Marys hospital East St Louis from a fractured skull. Andrew Wiggins colored is said to have struck him with a billiard cue and is under arrest.
Articles of incorporation for the Granite City, St. Louis and Eastern Belt railway were filed in the Secretary of State Rose’s office in Springfield. The principal office will be located at Granite City.
Reverend A S Rogers, a renowned Methodist pastor in the west, died at Heyworth. He had preached steadily for seventy years and was 93 years old.
Gov Yates named John Harrison of Danville as commissioner of the northern Illinois state penitentiary at Joliet to succeed George T Buckingham of Danville. Harrison takes over duties immediately and Buckingham departs the post.
Clarence Nash of Saint Louis disturbed his mother in law by objecting to her eggnog allotment. He was fined $5 plus costs for the disturbance.
High wind swept Baltimore & Ohio freight conductor J Logan Tibbs from the top of a moving car near Flora. He sustained injuries described as potentially fatal, prompting medical attention and investigation into the mishap.
Brakeman G A Parry on the Illinois Central was blown from a top freight car near Decatur and ground to death beneath the wheels. Villa Ridge, a fruit shipping hub, suffered a disastrous fire with unknown losses. Illinois State Teachers Association held its 51st annual meeting in Springfield with lively proceedings. Jacob Alber and spouse celebrated a golden wedding anniversary with a family reunion at Mascoutah, natives of Germany.
Japanese forces now hold Port Arthur after a prolonged siege. The fortress and city are reduced to smoldering ruins with up to 20,000 garrison and non combatants sent to Japan as prisoners of war. The fall strengthens Japan as powers weigh possible interventions in the Far East conflict.
Russo Japanese war telegram transmits the Port Arthur capitulation terms. Articles cover prisoner status, transfer of forts ships and arms to Japan, procedures for evacuation and verification, retention of private property, parole rules for officers, wear of uniforms for others, and creation of a supplementary compact for administration and documents.
Ella Miller aged 20, arrived from Peoria NL three weeks ago, tried to take her life with carbolic acid Monday night at the Arlington hotel located at 2204 Chestnut street in St Louis. She is in serious condition at City Hospital.
The first observance in America of Friedrich von Behler's centenary death was held Tuesday at Harvard University, Cambridge Massachusetts, marking the German poet and philosopher.
George Williams former Oregon official and Portland mayor faces a grand jury indictment for malfeasance in office. The charge cites his 1904 refusal to enforce gambling laws while mayor and alleges a related gambling sanction at the Portland club. Indictments also name W C Elliott city engineer and inspectors J M Caywood Henry Chandler plus contractors E W W and R M Riner over city funds and sewer frauds.
Washington dispatch reports New Mexico Governor Otero’s stance against merging New Mexico with Arizona into a single state. He argues most New Mexicans oppose consolidation, citing differences in population, law, industry, and history as factors. He notes that combining the two territories would be unprecedented in American history.
St. Petersburg dispatch reports Vice-Admiral Rojestvensky will not head for Viadivostok yet. He plans to await the third Pacific squadron, with several ships expected by month’s end, and may base at a Polynesian coral island. If Vladivostok is blockaded, he could be forced to return.
Huntington W Va Jan 5 Only nine of the 38 crew plus one woman aboard the towboat Defenders escaped injury after boilers exploded and fire destroyed the boat opposite the city Tuesday night Five bodies were recovered five men are badly burned and in hospital several others in critical condition Seven men remain missing and are believed lost in the river
A hurricane sweeping the Yucatan coast of Mexico City region causes extensive damage. Small houses topple, and the Chaestum customs house boat is wrecked against a reef. No loss of life logged at this time.
New York storm of January 5 disrupted city life with heavy snowfall and icy roads. Blowing winds swept across streets, bringing nine inches of snow and freezing temperatures that slowed traffic until early Wednesday.
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