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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1905
Page
1
Thousands of workers fill streets as agitators press for reform in St Petersburg. Authorities bolster garrison and patrols to prevent riots while offering concessions on wages. Deputations to Emperor Tsarskoe Selo are blocked. strikes threaten broader unrest across Russia.
Employers state most workers wish to accept offers and return if guaranteed protection from personal injury. They argue concessions would enable a safe restart of operations and reduce labor disruption amid disputes.
In St Petersburg on January 20 a gun incident at the Winter Palace sparked rumors of a broad conspiracy. Grand Duke Sergius Michaelovitch released a preliminary report noting a battery charge intended as a precaution. Two men are suspected. one loaded the charge, the other aimed. Balls pierced the palace facade and window. a ball also struck the statue area. A special commission led by Lieut. Gen. Ehitroro will investigate the firing origins under artillery oversight.
London dispatch cites trusted sources saying Admiral Rojestvensky will not head to the far East soon. The Baltic fleet may sail from Madagascar toward the east, but aims for minimal eastern action for at least three months, avoiding Japanese cruiser contact.
A high Chinese foreign office official stated China remains neutral and has taken all precautions. He suggested Russian complaints aim to secure compensation for Port Arthur loss, and cited Shanghai disturbances as not reflecting anti foreign sentiment. Secretary Hay relayed assurances to Japan's Takahira that China's administrative entity remains a contested issue.
Tokyo on January 20 reports city businessmen celebrating Port Arthur’s capture. Premier Katsura Vice Admiral Togo and war and navy ministers spoke. An aide to the Emperor departed Shimbashi with nine carloads of gifts for field army officers and men. There are 18,556 Russian sick and wounded prisoners at Port Arthur, including 3,657 in some category.
Gen Stoessel and many paroled officers left Shanghai aboard the Australien for Marseilles. Russians praise Japanese bravery fairness and chivalry at Port Arthur surrender noting the defense collapsed after 11 inch shells and the Russian treasury was exhausted.
Tokyo dispatch reports a proposal to dam Port Arthur Harbor entrance and pump out water to salvage Russian warships. A naval officer notes the plan could be economical given harbor shallowness and number of salvageable ships, despite typical unprofitability.
Nagasaki January 20 The British steamer Lethington was condemned by the naval prize court at Sasebo after capture in Tsushima Straits by torpedo boat destroyer No. 72 on January 12. The coal laden vessel was bound for Vladivostok and towed to Sasebo. A sale listing notes 9 by 12 one piece rugs made in France to be sold at Sloan's 1407 G Street today at 10 am.
Massachusetts Senator Henry Cabot Lodge spoke at the Middlesex Club dinner in Boston about rail rate policy. He opposed ICC rate supervision and favored a special court to review rates, warning of a radical public ownership movement four years hence if government control expands.
The Balkan committee led by James Bryce memorializes President Roosevelt urging support for British reform plans in the Christian provinces of Turkey. It cites his message to Congress, notes Macedonia and Bulgaria’s conditions, critiques the Meurzgsteg programme, and asks U.S. backing to strengthen British reform efforts and curb chronic wrongdoing.
Pueblo Grand Jury reports a conspiracy to control local elections by corrupt methods leading to 100 indictments. It cites padding of registration books by county and city officials, spurious ballots, and widespread naturalization fraud. The panel urges federal action and notes significant irregularities involving postmaster Walpole and others.
Jefferson City Mo Jan 20 After one ballot today for United States Senator to succeed Cockrell the joint session dissolved The ballot the fourth taken Niedringhaus 0 Cockrell 81 Kerens 9 Pettijohn 1 Eighty six votes needed to elect both houses adjourned until Monday Miedringhaus lost a vote Kerrns conference with Niedringhaus ended without a deal Kerens urged support for his seniority and party service Niedringhaus said the meeting was personal and not to break the deadlock He added he is practically United States Senator barring formal joint session
A Chicago burglary at Eugene Fishburn's mansion saw a 15 year old Vera Fowler lose a ring from her dying mother. The ring was returned by three burglars via mail within a day with a note saying they were not professionals. The note included mothers support and will aid police in identifying suspects.
A New Ulm jury failed to reach a verdict after two days deliberating the murder of dentist Dr. L A Gebhardt. Reported 3 for acquittal and 4 for conviction. A retrial is probable. Gebhardt was killed November 1 with his skull crushed by a hammer. Suspect period, also a dentist, was arrested soon after. 1265 Bathborne and Return B and GO BK E Saturday and Sunday. All trains both ways except Royal Limited, Hourly service Saturday. 4
Eleven injured as Sunrise express on Boston and Maine Railroad derails near Durham New Hampshire due to a broken rail. Four cars derail, seven more injured, two feared fatally. Victims include Belle Donald Benjamin Benden Albert Hall Charles Dunn Jr. The train left Halifax and St John bound for Boston. injured taken to New Hampshire State College.
Through Chancellor Whitelaw Reid a petition to the Regents of the University of the State of New York demands Melvil Dewey’s removal as State librarian. Signed by Louis Marshall and other leaders, it charges Dewey with enforcing Lake Placid Club policy excluding Jews, and it was referred to the library committee for investigation.
Springfield Jan 20 A resolution by Representative George W. McCaskrin Rock Island charges railroads oppress small manufacturers and jobbers under the freight rebate system and holds State Railroad commissioners responsible He wants a committee appointed to investigate freight conditions and report by February 2 The proposal alleges board members own railroad stocks and may be disqualified Snippers organizations in Decatur Quincy Springfield and Bloomington have long complained since 1902 about the board’s failure to readjust freight charges The measure was sent to the railroad committee.
Chicago millionaire S B Roath begins another $1,000,000 distribution to relatives from Norwich Connecticut as he nears death. He previously gave away $1,000,000 to relatives in this city. The present shares include $250,000 to five children of a deceased sister and $250,000 to each of Lewis P Roath Frank A Roath and Mrs Hizahbeth Randall of Norwich.
New York Jan 20 Charles W Morse former American Ice Company president now in Paris will return to testify before the grand jury in the Dodge Morse divorce tangle. Lawyer Samuel Untermyer announced Morse will come here at the request of District Attorney Jerome.
Portland Oregon reports the jury in the George Sorensen bribery case has not yet returned a verdict with ten for conviction and two for acquittal. Separate notes from Dover Delaware dated January 20 indicate twenty-five ballots for president pro tem were cast with sparking postponement. Olympia Washington also on January 20 notes three joint ballots for United States Senator with Foster leading on the final tally. An adjacent ad announces a second hand carpet sale by Wilson and Mayers at 127 and 1229 GST.
Madison dispatch reports La Follette managers claim pledges enough votes to nominate the governor for the Senate without a declination. A Monday caucus is set as Esch rebels threaten, Quarles backers stand firm, and Cooper moves to bolster his candidacy as the stalwart battle shapes the legislature.
Chicago reports Johann Hoch, 36, who wed two sisters within a month, is sought by police after allegedly taking 750 dollars from his second wife. The coroner ordered exhumation of his first wife as Hoch, once a stockyards machinist, remains unaccounted for following his two marriages and wife’s illness.
New York police say a home invasion in Dr. Robert Bancker Talbot’s West Sixty-eighth Street residence was interrupted by a maid. The robber fled as the Doctor’s son and a companion came to aid. A suspect, James Seeley of White Plains, was released after lack of evidence. Magistrate Cornell criticized the detectives for indiscriminate arrests.
John Goodnow United States consul general of Shanghai arrived in San Francisco aboard the Manchuria and will travel to Washington to answer charges concerning his Shanghai office. The item notes travel plans and cites related steamboat connections in Norfolk and Newport News.
Index to today's issue lists Part One pages covering serious Russia developments, Lodge on railway question, La Follette for senator, strike delay, and inauguration troop presence. Page details include 2 mining expert killed in Mexico, 3 Castro crisis, Mitchell assailant expelled, police captain suspended, 4 congressional proceedings, Leader Williams piqued, 5 Senator Smoot on witness stand, beef packers stance, editorial and Capitol chat, White House entertainments, Washington baseball club results. Part Two covers city churches, financial and commerce, and industry news with new books.
Cambridge Mass January 26 Mrs Alfred Tucker mother of defendant failed to identify two stick pins as her son s property in the Tucker murder trial The prosecution contends one pin the Page pin was found in Tucker s pocket after his arrest The defense introduced another pin and Mrs Tucker selected the second pin as her son s though she lingered over both before deciding
Jacob Ridgeway Wright, a wealthy Wilkes-Barre native prominent in the Wyoming Valley, was shot at the Hotel Imperial in New York and died hours later. He claimed the pistol discharge was accidental, with Dr Howard Pardee present. Wright had moved to New York two years earlier and had a public career in politics and military affairs. He faced business troubles and a failed Venezuelan silver mine investment.
Chicago reports reveal W S Kirk self represented to his wife as a Secret Service agent while living on Prairie avenue. He hoards $5,000 since last January, is said to have operated under names Charles Clements Busendrath Carson Larsen and W H Lehman. Bail raised from 5800 to 10000 after Secret Service testimony. he is wanted in many Western cities for passing raised bills.
Philadelphia January meeting between General Manager Atterbury Grand Master Morrissey and the board of adjustment aims to curb firing on trains. Proposals seek brakemen assisting firemen only at specified points with pay at fireman rate, while trainmen resist cross job duties. A final decision expected after another session tomorrow as officials report signs of improved tone and possible settlement.
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