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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1904
Page
6
Forts at Port Arthur exchange control as heavy fighting continues. Japanese deploy thousands of Chinese laborers to dig trenches and move cannon while sinking two contraband junks ten miles off Liaotai. Reports say Russian defense remains stubborn though gallant, with strong reinforcements and cautious progress.
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A compiled notice page lists multiple marriage intents and obituaries. Names include David Clark Irwin and Goldie C Martin, John Moster and Catherine Cooke, Charles Lyard and Katherine Miles, Fred Richardson, Mary Wiegmann, Willam Coates and Laura Jackson, Ada M Wrenn, James Dennison, Ole Rank, J Maurice Trundle and Helen Young, and more. Also brief birth and death items note a birth in 1904 and several memorials with church services, residence details, and funeral plans in Baltimore and other cities.
A health office death record lists numerous individuals by name and residence with ages ranging from months to 75 years. The fragmented OCR shows names such as Mawsne Slevande Nicola Badissa Augustine Brochs Sarah Davis Oriana Johaneon and others, tied to hospitals and streets like Providence Hospital Emergency Hospital and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Streets, indicating a compiled obituary-like roll.
Berlin reports deny claims that Aussta paid for German ships seized while Britain seeks satisfaction. Thea owner Diedrichsen asserts no compensation has been given for the Thea sunk by the Vladivostok squadron. London sees Russia pledging not to discriminate against British or other ships in anti contraband patrols. A joint commission will review contraband rules and potential Russia US talks are expected.
The Russians push ahead with preparing the collier fleet in the Black Sea. The transport Siya toff has been converted at Odessa into a cruiser akin to the Smolensk and Petersburg, done secretly and quickly.
St Petersburg reports conflicting claims about the Russian battleship Orel. An “excellent source” says engines wrecked by iron filings will delay trials for months, while the admiralty denies damage and asserts the Orel will join the Baltic Squadron. A rumor of a 12 inch gun burst aboard Souveroff and harbor repairs is likewise denied.
Authorities in Vigo Spain inform the Russian auxiliary cruiser Don formerly Fuerst Bismarck must depart within 24 hours unless allowed a five day stay for engine repairs. The case was referred to Madrid for instructions. A second item notes the destroyer Grosovei being disarmed in Shanghai after an unidentified incident.
Nehei Aug 2 The German steamer Abla of Hamburg American line arrived at Vladivostok after capture by Russian forces. Prize actions condemned flour and railway car bodies while most cargoes were released. The British steamer Calchas was taken to Vladivostok with remaining cargo seized. Arabia carried mail to Japan and the crew of Thea, sunk by Russians. Vladivostok shows few war signs. Viceroy Alexieff and troops fill the town as damages to Gromoboi Rosalia are noted. The Arabia also reported the Bo gatyr repairs near completion and the Arabia’s Portland cargo bound for Kobe Nagasaki.
Russian anxiety to halt Smolensk incident leads to requests to France and Portugal to relay urgent messages if cruiser vessels dock in African ports. British cruisers reportedly overhauled a volunteer fleet ship near South African waters, with Crescent Forte Pearl Barrosa Partridge deployed to locate the vessels. Royal Navy confirms no independent confirmation of overhauls as South Atlantic squadrons monitor the situation.
A Liaoyang dispatch confirms the Japanese advance and reports the death of Gen Rouckovsky in rear guard engagements. Col von Raabe is also killed. Rouckovsky, long attached to the Caucasus governor general staff, led the engineer corps and came from a prominent Novgorod family. Von Raabe, noted for wealth and social prominence, was well known in St Petersburg.
Anxiety rises in St. Petersburg over Lieut de Courerville, French naval attaché, who left Port Arthur in a launch with Lieut McCalis around the same time as the U S naval attaché. No word since. French embassy requests aid from Ambassador McCormick who queried Lt McCully at Taixing to seek any hint of his fate. de Courville was due to reach a Chinese port a week ago.
New York Aug 22 David B. Hill retires from politics after January 1. Odell expresses relief at the timing while friends expect ongoing campaign presence. Beaver County Democrats nominate Mellen Robb Leaf for Congress and assembly. anti Parker fusion defeated. Nashville GOP names Maxwell to contest Democrat Gaines in Sixth district.
In Ascoli Italy Rocchigiglanti, arrested for the 1902 cathedral theft later linked to J Pierpont Morgan, committed suicide by hanging in his cell after days without food. The 13th century cope, a priceless embroidery, disappeared during repairs and resurfaced in Morgan's London loan to the South Kensington Museum. Authorities also questioned clergy as investigators seized $3000 from Rocchiggliani’s home amid the case.
St. Petersburg August 12. Russia has not rejected the U S proposal to reopen negotiations toward unrestricted American passport recognition but is virtually certain to decline. Officials say it involves domestic policy and would require sweeping changes in imperial law affecting Jews. Only direct imperial intervention might salvage a Russian agreement to enter talks.
Buenos Ayres reports Paraguay insurrectionists actively preparing for a land engagement with foot and mounted forces. Government troops in Asuncion desertions rise, rations cut to three biscuits daily. The country is largely controlled by insurgents. Argentina pledges strict neutrality per foreign minister Vieira and marine minister Betbeder in an interview.
Helsingfors announces the gathering of the Finnish Diet, first since the grand duchy came under Russian rule. The decree establishes a three year term to meet again, signaling a shift away from Finnish policy of fusion and foreshadowing regular diet sessions.
Special London cablegram reports Prof. Jenks of Cornell, the US commissioner to discuss China’s currency reform, left Peking for America after months of non political, educational work publicizing gold standard benefits. He was honored and hopes his influence prompts reform, though actual adoption may take time.
The American School for Boys at Erzeroum, Turkey, has been burned. It is believed the fire was accidental. This follows the earlier destruction of a girls’ school in January attributed to incendiaries. The school, about fifty years old with capacity for about 100 students, was tied to the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions.
Reports incorrect that Sasoheff was sentenced for the assassination of Minister of Interior Plehve. Trial method remains unsettled between court-martial or civil court. St Petersburg under siege grants the interior minister wide powers. Balmasheff, who killed M Sipiaguine, was tried by court-martial. Emperor to appoint a new interior minister upon return from the Don.
Berlin August 29 Three regiments of military railroad builders raised a strong wide bridge over the Elbe near Wittenberg capable of bearing heavy artillery and army transport It was torn down today The experiment and materials cost 500000 Gens venlinem the war minister expected it Saturday and called it admirable The bridge built in sections can be quickly assembled and substituted if damaged extraordinary precautions kept locals from approaching or photographing it
Worcester Mass August 29 Senator George F Hoar remains unchanged in health but cheerful at eighty eight He has taken nourishment regularly and spent the day quietly or with family He received sunflowers and many messages and flowers from friends that gave him comfort though there is no gain in strength
London Aug 29 the Duke of Marlborough denied having information on any appointment to Canada governor general Reuters says he was not seriously considered a candidate despite initial mentions. The Associated Press reported confirmation from Toronto that no decision had been made.
Paris reports a ministers council action during an Aug 2 meeting on Marseilles dock and marine worker strikes. It approved notifying steamship lines that halting mail transport reduces government subsidy, pressuring companies to yield. Strikers seek to spread disruption to all French ports. Albert Vickers injured in Sutherlandshire shooting accident. Twelve thousand Sormovo iron workers resume August 2 strike with no disturbances. Assistant Chief Molahin and two Moscow region policemen wounded in Riga incident.
Louis, Mo Aug 29 The large international dental congress convened at Music Hall with participants from around the world. Officers nominated by the organizing committee include Dr H J Burkhart president Dr A Wharland secretary and Dr Mark Finlay treasurer. Thomas W Hines will travel to New York City to arrange New York City Day on Oct 3.
A compilation of obituaries and notable deaths from Aug 29 noting George W. Cummings vice president of American Press Association obituary in New York. Other deaths include N M Whitney in Honolulu at eighty. Vice Admiral Rolland near London for wartime acts. Shaw Hoss King at White Earth. James G Hatheway in Helena. J Walter Inman in Augusta. Charlen C Ruggies in Chicago. Shipping arrivals list Kron Prinz Wilhelm and others to New York and Queenstown passage, along with sailings Ryndam and Konig Albert.
Manila Aug 29 The town of Binang in Laguna Province Luzon was wiped out by fire. About 100 persons perished and 5000 were left homeless. Loss estimated at 200000. Government providing shelter and food to victims. Census 1896 shows Binang population 7338. Millbury Mass Aug 29 Taft visits his mother Alphonso Taft home. Taft optimistic about Roosevelts Republican bid. He plans to speak in Portland tomorrow evening.
A reader from 53 Cottage St Melrose writes of kidney trouble improving after using Swamp Root Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root. He reports full recovery after medical check shows normal results and endorses the product for sufferers. Free sample bottles and a book are offered by mail with purchases available at drug stores nationwide.
Philip Weinseimer president of the Building Trades Alliance resigns after two extortion indictments. William P. Nason elected his successor, seen as more conservative. Despite resigning, tensions rise within the alliance and in his own union while employers and committees fail to break the building lockout.
New York Aug 79 Policeman John P Shea was stabbed and beaten by a gang during a hold up in Washington Square. He chased the robber who was trying to mug a concertgoer and captured him beneath the Washington Arch before succumbing to injuries.
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