24 Mar 1904
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1904
Page
1
Tokyo reports Vice Admiral Tojo describes the fifth Port Arthur attack on March 22. Destroyers on station since March 1, main fleet bombarded inner harbor, five battleships and several cruisers faced indirect fire with Fuji and Yashima. Russians withdraw around 3 o clock.
New Chwang reports Prince Alatsin sovereign of Mongolia arrives in Kin Chow after visiting Pekin and Japan. He enforces Chinese neutrality in Mongolia disrupting large pony beef and feed traffic Russians rely on, while Japan sympathizes but cannot be fully suppressed. Neutrality between the Great Wall and Liao river is said to be maintained, though Russia is accused of patrols toward Shanhalkwan.
Reports from Kirin Kuang Chang Tsu Muken Liao Yang and Hsuyen indicate three days of quiet then a regular troop movement toward the Yalu river. One regiment passed]]>
General Ma moves his headquarters to Tung Chou and withdraws troops west of the Sin Min Tung railway. Viceroy Yuan Shi Kai is at Tien Tsin with troops returning to Pao Ting Fu. Reports say Japan plans to land forces at Gatsia north of Shan Mal Kwa amid many spies on the railway to Yinkow. Detachments of Gen Mishtechenkof’s forces remain in north Korea while Russian and Japanese contact remains limited near Anju.
A fire at Jones Brothers mammoth retail store at Twelfth and Main in Kansas City inflicted about 130000 in damage, with 90000 on stock and 40000 on building owned by Octave Chanute. Lightning caused the blaze in a five story complex at 1221 and 1223 Main. Spectator Augustus Merrill, 50, was fatally struck by a bursting pipe nozzle.
Denver reports martial law operates in San Miguel and Las Animas with peaceful conditions noted. Telluride press is censored under military authority while Trinidad and other coal towns lack censorship. Union men expelled from Telluride camp face possible retaliation if they return. Governor Peabody orders 3200 more soldiers to Telluride as miners are urged to conduct themselves. At Trinidad delegates discuss returning to work under terms from last fall. Buenos Ayres dispatch: Argentine president sends envoy to mediate Peru Bolivia boundary dispute.
Paris dispatch from St. Petersburg reports General Sakhberoff, long acting minister of war and chief of the general staff, appointed minister of war succeeding General Kuropatkin.
New York March 24 reports Dr Osma a shy Peruvian minister has left for unspecified destination. The brief item notes his departure but provides few details about the purpose or next steps of the mission.
Two inmates Wm. P. Goane and B. P. Henry escaped from Fort Sheridan while unloading coal at Port Sheridan pumping station. They evaded guards by slipping through a coal chute into bunkers and crossing to the station entrance. Guards Smith and Goast faced arrest as potential accomplices. both escapees were later recaptured in Chicago Northwestern railroad yards.
Paris reports the correctional tribunal sentenced Masse and Moranne to three years each for perjury in the Fair will case. The bicyclists, involved in an August 1902 automobile accident near Yverdon that killed Mr and Mrs Fair, falsely claimed to have witnessed the Fairs being thrown out to gain a trip to America.
Telegram from General Linovitch to Kuropatkin in Trans-Baikal territory reports troops longing for revenge and eager for his arrival. Advices from south Manchuria and north Korea indicate quiet fronts.
Pekin dispatch confirms the Russian military attache has applied for a passport and permission to visit Chang Wan Tsu where General Ma's troops are stationed, and for a special letter of introduction to the general. Chinese foreign offices are not inclined to comply.
The Chinese government seeks advice from Sir Robert Hart on how to handle contraband of war notices. Hart advises banning any assistance to Japanese troops or to Russia and suggests placards prohibiting natives from aiding either belligerent.
Tokyo March 24 The house committee investigating charges that Tetsuke Akiama a member of the parliament was in the pay of Russia met and privately questioned witnesses and examined further evidence including material from the police. Report says another person is implicated and a report is due tomorrow with discussion by the house following. War tax measures were also debated in committees with the public excluded.
A Berlin dispatch reported by the Post and quoted in the New York Herald notes Paris fearing renewed friction between Russia and China. China denies intent to join the war while awaiting a favorable moment. France and Russia discuss possible action but no decision is made. The Chinese government awaits Russia’s threatening dispatches with anxiety.
Boston March 24 Dr G S Hall of Clark University Worcester told churchgoers that humans likely reach nearer paradise by dancing. He argued rhythm pervades life and muscular motion, and praised dancing as a path to health and holiness, urging men ages 50 to 80 to practice it.
A Great Northern passenger train collided with a rotary snow plow near Browning, Montana. Engineer Carroll, brakeman Driscoll, and a porter were injured as crews report heavy wind and drifting snow disrupting train movements.
A heavy rain in Holdredge Nebraska halted a prairie blaze that began yesterday. It burned a strip three to ten miles wide and twenty miles long, killing one person, August Olsen, and causing about $100,000 in damages.
Washington March 24 The president cannot attend the opening but will participate by pressing a button at the White House to start the exposition machinery. The ceremony is scheduled for 1 pm April 30. Details are being finalized and a congratulatory message to fair officials is likely.
London reports the death today of Sir Edwin Arnold the noted author born June 10 1832. This marks the end of a long literary career with works admired in poetry and criticism.
The House resumed consideration of the post office appropriation bill with Rep. Robinson attacking a $45,000 item for carrying mails from San Francisco to Tahiti. He claimed the line was inserted by a "fine Italian hand undisclosed" and urged its removal. Supporters cited Tahiti trade while opponents warned it harms white sailors.
In St Louis on March 24 the Burton trial heard clerk Joseph Carr recounts a 1903 $500 check from Rialto Grain and Provisions to Senator Burton and related cash, letters and dispatches. Testimony described Burton urging destruction of his letters to avoid misconstrued motives amid indictments and ongoing defense concerns.
New York March 24 Receiver Taft stated that J. D. Sully & Co could secure a better deal than forty percent cash and sixty percent in notes for creditors. A new offer from the suspended firm was anticipated.
Eighteen Minneapolis flour mills closed today due to a weak flour trade, leaving about a thousand workers unemployed. The shutdown reflects broader economic pressures in the grain industry and impacts the local labor market.
News from March 24 reports stockmen backed by the National Livestock Association moving to establish an independent packing plant. An option on the Kansas City Cold Packing plant, ten years lease, is held by L F Wilson and F W Fiste. Subscriptions totalling $500,000 are sought with $100,000 already raised. a Southwest stockmen meeting in Dodge City is planned to push funds.
Berlin reports from the Deutsches Kolonial Blatt cite Windhoek magistrate Duff noting that debt collection by wandering traders in Herero land sparked unrest. Traders allegedly undervalued cattle, seized arms, posed as government officials, and provoked native hostility toward Germans, fueling the Herero rebellion and past Bondelswartz actions.
The New York board of trade and transportation adopts resolutions to draft a letter to Secretary Cortel. The move signals a planned formal request or communication regarding policy and industry issues.
Walter J. Knight receiver of the Tennessee On Gas and Mineral Development Company sues in chancery court seeking testimony from William S. Dunn and other directors about the true status of the companys property.
Minister Allen reports from Seoul that Yongampe is to be opened and about 1000 Russian troops have advanced toward the Anju river amid floating ice hindering crossings. Skirmishes occurred with few casualties to date.
Emperor William visits Naples aboard the Koenig Albert escorted by the Prince Frederick Karl. The Italian fleet salutes as German colony members greet him at Capri. King Victor Emmanuel sends a welcoming telegram. Crowds cheer amid cannons ceremonial floral tributes adorn the yacht Hohelzollern.
New York on March 2 reported that the recently suspended firm of J. H. Co. was prepared to settle its obligations. The announcement came as authorities move to resolve the suspension and protect creditors.
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