16 Aug 1904
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1904
Page
1
Reports from Georgia describe a mob in Statesboro disarming soldiers and closing a Western Union office. Savannah issued a call for militia to move to Statesboro as riots threaten. In other items, State court actions include murder verdicts in Luillock county and a militia alert from Savannah.
August reports from Parla and London describe Russia lodging protests with China and Britain over Japanese torpedo boat actions near Che Foo. Ambassadors and officials call the incidents a flagrant violation of international law and neutrality, with governments awaiting diplomatic responses and further word on potential wider measures.
A garbled London dispatch discusses Germany and Japan, noting Japan’s apparent satisfaction with Germany’s course toward Russia and possible naval access. It mentions Russian telegraph plans at Cho Kao and British officials noting shifts in neutrality policy around Tang Tau and Beilin, with unclear references to Park Arthur.
In Lewiston Idaho on August 1 the Dubois faction retained control of the state Democratic convention. A key anti Mormon plank was struck down by vote. contention continued over church influence on politics and proposed policies including dissolution of church and state ties and polemical calls against polygamy.
An imperial service was held to honor the emperor's son Alexis with troops marching past the commander and staff on the south front. The Twelfth Siberian regiment, noted for its role in the Battle of Hulutiencheng, is cited among units praised in dispatches. Japanese forces advance nearer Anshan than twelve miles, with Lt. Col. Dassalieh's troops skirmishing nearby as guards push toward Branghengtay and other riverine positions along the Taltse.
The Knights of Pythias met at the Masonic theater in Dolisville on August 16 with attendees from 36 states. Officers reported and a later executive session aimed to review officer reports while a parade line and encampment were planned. Grand marshal Antes R. Carnahan was named for the parade duties.
Washington August 16. The condition of the Pima Indians of the Gila River Reservation in Arizona was the subject of a conference with President Roosevelt Commissioner Jones and Rev Moffett. A fresh investigation will be conducted into the divergence from the government plan. Jones will accompany a Presbyterian Home Missions representative to the reservation. A system of pumping plants will be installed to aid irrigation and relief efforts.
Reconstruction of the big drill room at the Portland armory for the American Mining Congress, to be held August 23 to 27, is under way and expected to finish by week’s end. Delegations from Halt, Late, Denver, Ohio, Paso and other places are arriving, and the convention hall is expected to reach capacity.
A large blaze in Spokane caused about $350,000 in damage. The fire struck the smoke house of the Stanton Cahators AEE company and spread to the Washington Signar ream pany building and the GrotesBankiy Parniies company. Fire units controlled the blaze after burning portions of multiple structures.
The Colorado State Democratic executive committee has chosen September 1 as the convention date. The meeting venue was to be announced, with plans for a statewide gathering in Denver.
Ambiguous notes describe Bulman's troubles and a writ seen amid amicable efforts to settle a dispute. The document mentions Moranro paink and a Brillnty subseel's prayer, with a conference of the Board of Artul in October and a provincial event in Mahle.
German forces attacked the Hereros in German South West Africa, beginning August 1. The natives were defeated with heavy losses. Six officers including Baron von Watter and 12 soldiers killed or wounded. thousands of cattle captured. British dispatches note high casualties and large native deaths, with German forces advancing through fortified passes toward Mamakari. Local reports mention 866,000 acres affected and 50,000 native deaths or losses, amid order to secure the plain and prevent escapes.
August 15 report from Butte describes spreading forest fires in the Bonita region twenty four miles west of Miracula. Crews of around one hundred run to contain flames with limited success as the blaze closes near camps, stores, and workers suffering injuries and losses including a contractor losing over a thousand dollars and a railroad worker badly burned.
A teletyped report from Lago Springs describes a cloudburst between 5 and 6 PM that swept through Summit Combat mountains and nearby canyons. A house on the Nighthawk was carried away. two men were trapped, with George M. Hinners escaping from the building and later abandoning the tunnel. The bodies of Oo Luplebretren and Dakn Criesanathoy were recovered two miles away, while Alpha Alpha and nearby hollows were buried in debris.
Police and detectives killed an alleged robber during a chaotic chase. The incident ended after officers shot a suspect, reportedly over a quarrel involving a gang. Several other robbers were unaccounted for as authorities investigated.
In a recent briefing, officials discuss BelaeBild and AME with FH and Commi Jarnaherny noting confusion over governor’s role and HINDI reference. Unclear lines of authority prompt questions about compatibility of ISAO and A900 with state governance and regional command structure.
A Chicago meeting between packers, city officials, and strikers yielded no progress. Packets insisted on fair meat prices but refused direct talks with strikers, saying they could not be dominated. Mayor Hartson announced no further efforts to arrange a joint conference, and the strike leaders urged continued negotiations with the packers.
Boston hosts a scaled back veteran parade through the city to honor Union forces. Governor Hale and dignitaries review the march as thousands of spectators line Tremont Street and Arlington to witness the Grand Army of the Republic tribute.
New York August 16 Union Pacific stock led the day’s action in a strong bull market. The issue rose 4 1 4 points over last night’s close and touched 110 1 8 during afternoon trading before retreating to near the close on a pullback. The stock’s gains highlighted renewed investor demand as the market moved higher.
Victoria August 16 Native States cruisers New York and Marblehead visited Esquimalt harbor last evening after a run from Bremerton. Admiral Goodrich of the New Yorks and officers of the American cruisers were guests at dinners for Commodore Goodrich and his team aboard the TL M S Grafton. The American cruisers will remain until Thursday morning when the New York sails for the Brooklyn navy yard after coaling at Port Angeles.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.