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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1905
Page
1
Reports from Portsmouth indicate Japan and Russia aim for a durable peace amid mixed reactions. Delegates haggle over Chinese Eastern Railway, Liaotung leases, and Port Arthur terms while Witte faces court scrutiny. Possibility of signing at Portsmouth, Oyster Bay, or Washington hinges on the U.S. President’s presence. analysts warn of political risk and potential delays.
The article reports President Roosevelt weighing when to sign the peace treaty at Sagamore Hill or Washington, aiming for a ceremonial signing at Sagamore Hill to honor his role, while signaling that heavy work remains to finalize the terms and avoid jeopardizing negotiations. It also summarizes Japan’s stance on wartime spoils, noting its sacrifice for peace and preference to yield rather than press demands.
Portsmouth New Hampshire August 30 Interesting history behind the conference remains to be written No one yet knows exactly what considerations induced the Tokyen government to waive all demands for cash The President was continuing his labors to the last and advised Japan to forego punitive demands It is stated from the Japanese mission that he originally believed Japan should not demand indemnity He may have urged this view at Tokyo when Russia was obdurate He urged the Czars to accept a compromise by which the redemption price of the north half of Sakhalin be determined by an impartial board or commission Russian envoys report that Emperor William was pressing for peace as well as the President
Dispatch from St Petersburg reports the last likely war engagement on August 28. Russians gained advantage, capturing 180 prisoners while Japanese suffered unknown casualties and eight Russian soldiers were killed. Japanese survivors retreated with wounded. Armistice is expected but Chinese bandits may continue activity.
In Rome on August 3 the Pope learned the far east peace had concluded and he rose to declare this the happiest news of his life, thanking God for President Roosevelt’s courage. A telegraph from the poet later sent congratulations to Emperor Nicholas and to the world.
Vienna reports a commercial understanding is expected as a result of peace between Russia and Japan. Prince Demidoff of the Russian embassy voiced the view noting an economic agreement between the two powers. Britain and to some extent France and Germany are said to support Roosevelt's peace efforts. The foreign office organ says Japan has achieved wartime aims and dominance in the Far East.
Terrible suffering reported among Russian refugees deported by the Japanese. About 3,000 inhabitants from Sakhalin landed at Da Castries in West Siberia, many women and children and some sick persons forced to march to the coast. Relief efforts are organized under the provincial governor. Also: Rear Admiral Rojestvensky recovering from wounds at Sea of Japan and to be brought to Kyoto in September. Train and vacation notices included.
Portsmouth NH Aug 30 The peace terms hinge on Japan’s possession of the Chinese Eastern Railroad below Kuenchéngtse. Russia would pay China about 75 million dollars whether Japan keeps or surrenders the line, with further reconciliations over prisoner costs gauge changes and future railway arrangements. The armistice remains unsettled and may be concluded on the battlefield.
Three distinct earthquake shocks were felt in Portsmouth New Hampshire accompanied by sounds like distant explosions. The most severe tremors rattled buildings and startled residents as shoppers and workers spilled into the streets. The first shock occurred shortly before 640 PM with two more follows.
The Venezuelan gunboat Restaurador, dismantled for nearly two years, is being reconstructed at Cramps Shipyards under naval constructor Z. Clarke. The government aims to sea readiness for Caracas within sixty days, with Clarke directing the project.
The empress order the break of negotiations following Portsmouth. M Witte cables peace terms as Japan agrees to conditions and Russia will remain a great power in the Far East. News notes armistice not yet set, naval officers lament the peace and protest weakened stance, while editors and public figures comment on the outcome.
In Carlsbad Norwegian and Swedish commissioners begin discussions on dissolving the union. The parties await demands Norway must approve. Norwegian delegates arrive after Storthing insists on consent for any decision. Swedish delegates expected next morning.
Equitable Life Assurance Society directors voted to abolish the $25,000 pension for Mrs Henry B Hyde widow of the founder and to end the $18,000 future pension for Mrs James W Alexander wife of the former president who resigned.
Robbers stole bodily a 90 pound safe with Mrs Bonner's diamonds and jewelry plus $160. A note warned of severe consequences if valuables were found. Police, Pinkerton and Stamford detectives investigate as family, staff, and guests slept nearby in the Long Island Sound mansion Nirvana-on-the-Sound.
Washingtonians viewed the eclipse with clouds clearing by 6 o'clock, offering partial obscuration at peak. A burglary at the Bonner estate near the Navy Yard was investigated with suspects possibly from a water route, Pinkerton men aiding the hunt. Rail and theatre notices advertise trains, fares, and Chesapeake Beach excursions through early September.
Special to The Washington Fest from Deadwood Dak Ang Kermit and his hunting party return after ten days with a young brown bear hide and two wild cats. The president himself did not bag a grizzly in that period, yet Kermit is hailed as the happiest boy in the United States.
Thousands witnessed a partly eclipsed sun from Chicago to Guelma Algeria. Prof Kurt Lawes and students observed sun spots in Chicago while the Cincinnati observatory reported four large spots. Admiral Chester led an American expedition in Algeria producing a fine photo and sketches. Observations extended to Egypt Astouan and Tripoli with multiple nations contributing, totality durations ranging from two to three minutes. Labrador and Paris reports noted communication gaps and favorable conditions.
An index page lists items including What Witte Cabled to the Czar, Mrs. Bonner Loses Jewels, Lucien Young to Stand Trial, and No Blame for Dr. Salmon. Also notes on funeral, farewell babel at Portsmouth, Roosevelt congratulations, and yellow fever. plus Panama, hotel talks, district attorney, and sports.
A special courier from Fez reports Bouzian, a French Algerian merchant, has been released. Earlier details indicate harsh treatment in prison led to his liberty, with Tangier confirming the pardon and subsequent travel freeing Bouzian.
Secretary Taft reports a successful island tour with Congress members warming to the administration’s policy. Opinion splits persist over Philippine independence with opponents converted and supporters rallying to reduce tariffs. The Logan prepares to sail to Japan as Miss Roosevelt leads Philippine excursionists toward Beijing arriving mid September.
Rumor places Odell and Cutting at a New York Republican Club conclave to back a fusion bid for Clenfugger Jerome. Odell meets district leaders at the Fifth Avenue Hotel amid talk of pressuring Jerome to accept fusion. A Havana clash leads to arrests as fusionists rally with Gov Gomes’s camp nearby.
President Roosevelt will not release the Keep commission findings on the Government Printing Office before returning to Washington. The Lanston contract for seventy two typesetting machines valued at $275000 is to stand, despite inquiries into alleged favoritism and internal divisions at the GPO.
John McLeavy Brown, head of the Korean customs for twelve years, is to be dismissed as Japanese reorganizers dissolve the separate customs service. The change follows M Megata's plan to reorganize Korean finance aligning customs with a Chinese maritime model. Brown strengthened the coast and harbors, and led the department through varied external pressures.
Naples reports Mount Vesuvius in full eruption ejecting a vast lava mass down the cone's right side with deep crater rumblings. In Stromboli, Sicily the ancient crater erupts ejecting heavy lava as dense smoke drapes the island and villagers flee.
The Berlin Reichsanzeiger reports twenty cholera cases and six deaths in West Prussia near the Weichsel River. Two new cholera deaths are noted in the village of Fliehne. Also mentions Gov Douglas declining reelection and a Sioux Tribe entertainment event at 10 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest with local performers and guests.
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