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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1904
Page
15
London reports the final cabinet council emphasizes preserving Chinese neutrality and urges restraint by both belligerents. Britain will instruct Ambassador Hardinge that the Knight Commander sinking was unjustified, aiming for a conciliatory note in international law.
Inverted notices in The Washington Post may appear on request in several morning papers listed. Applications cover simultaneous publication without extra charge for both marriage and death notices. Newspapers include New York Times Baltimore Herald Boston Globe Buffalo Courier Cincinnati Enquirer Chicago Record-Herald Philadelphia Public Ledger Pittsburg Dispatch Providence Journal Rochester Herald St Louis Republic Syracuse Post Standard St Paul Pioneer Press Minneapolis Tribune Cleveland Plain Dealer.
A compilation of nuptials and deaths dated August 1904, listing multiple marriage notices across cities and states, and obituaries for James Atchison and Charles Blumer among others. Notable entries include Candee Candee Benham wedding on August 16 at 438 Tenth Street Northeast, and funeral notices for Durant Blumer Schofield and Smith with details on locations and times.
Reports from Washington and London describe Britain accepting a modest indemnity while backing China neutrality. Russia demands satisfaction, accusing Japan and China of breaching neutrality as the Ryeshitemi lay in Chefoo. Japan maintains it acted to enforce belligerent rights amid alleged neutral failures.
American Minister Mr. Conger cabled that Russia accuses China of complicity in the Chefoo incident and demands full explanation and punishment of the commodore. Japan’s Takahira met with President Roosevelt and Secretary Hay but provided no new details on the Ryeshitelni torpedo boat dispute.
Shanghai reports Japanese consul demanding the Russian warships Askold and Grosovol leave Shanghai forthwith or be disarmed. The Askold requires repairs for about a fortnight, while the Grosovol is being dismantled. The incident highlights weak neutral enforcement as authorities verify condition and repair timelines. London and St. Petersburg dispatches note dockings and severities, with broader notes on Japan's potential prolonged campaign and trade shifts.
Russian naval expert notes Japanese use of torpedo boats to sow mines in the August 10 sea fight. He describes Admiral Togo’s diversionary tactics, the crippled Czarevitch, and the heavy Japanese fire while the Russian fleet retires toward Vladivostok.
Telegrams report the Czarevitch and three destroyers under German guard at Tsingtau awaiting repairs. The Russian flag must stay lowered until work is finished, and crews remain under German custody. Authorities vow no combat-ready work will be allowed during this period.
The sale offers carpets, rugs, mattings and linoleums priced on a bargain scale to attract buyers now rather than in fall. Small deposits reserve goods. W. B. Moses & Sons, F Street at Eleventh. The notice hints at curtailing the Dowager Empress's influence.
Tokyo reports Admiral Togo torpedoed and sunk a protected cruiser of the Pallada type, likely the Novik, after the August 10 engagement near Port Arthur. Other Russian ships including Askold and Czarevitch are in Shanghai and Tsingtau under varying statuses as fleets move along the China coast.
A $600,000 third bi monthly payment to the U S Treasury was sent by the Louisiana Purchase Exposition Company on the World s Fair loan. Scotch Day featured Burns cottage replica, Highland parade, flag unfurling, and speeches by Francis and J W Dick with a reception at the Missouri State Building.
A careful inquiry shows no invitation to kings, princes, or potentates to attend the World’s Fair at St Louis has passed the State Department. Congress provides no funds for royal entertainment, and officials will not issue invitations without explicit congressional direction. Some dignitaries may visit on their own, with courtesy from the President, but no royal invitations will be extended.
Boston hosts a large Grand Army of the Republic gathering with parades, camp fires, and banquets. An exchange of Unity between North and South is highlighted by Confederate officers joining Union veterans at Faneuil Hall and Tremont Temple events. Notables include Gov. Bates, Mayor Collins, and Clara Barton among attendees.
A Wash ton Daily Post advertisement claims Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root cures kidney and bladder ailments. It advises using a glass sediment test, promises relief from back pain and frequent urination, and offers free sample bottles and a book by mail from Kilmer Co Binghamton NY.
Mississippi governor J K Vardaman asks for understanding as Postmaster General Payne publishes his letter without comment regarding an editorial about Mrs Roosevelt. The Aug 6 reply from Jackson states the piece did not insult Mrs Roosevelt but discussed Teddy Roosevelt’s views and ancestry, raising questions about prior charges.
The Indianola Miss post office once at issue in the Minnie Cox case has been downgraded from Presidential to fourth class. The department cites last year’s receipts falling below the presidential threshold, not a punitive stance toward residents. Officials debated whether to credit the office for two quarters it was closed.
Volney W Foster of Chicago and Evanston, head of Western Paving and Supply Co and former Union League Club president, died of apoplexy at St Luke's Hospital after leaving the Chicago Stock Exchange restaurant with Howard H Gross. Born in Astalan Wisconsin, 56 years ago, he moved to Chicago in 1872, later ran a lumber yard in Chatham Ontario before returning to Chicago and settling in Evanston.
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