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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1904

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Malacca Release Bargain Trials At Sea Relayed

British stores on board Malacca not to be examined unless a clear contraband of war is found. The St Petersburg faced questions over its war status and piracy claims while Russia pursues conciliatory conduct. The Times criticizes any inspection that may recognize Petersburg as belligerent and calls for broader neutral commerce discussions after the war.

St. Petersburg Russia Maliaon Buda Crete Great Britain Rumeia Consus Uniea Japan Ritinh Stoxamer Bt Red Sea The Times London Times Washington Poat London Dardanelles

Japanese naval actions and Baltic scene spark global commerce concerns

London Times dispatch reports Japan views Red Sea incidents as risky to world trade and Manchurian balance. Vladivostok cruisers seen near Iwate. ships sank a small steamer and captured two others. Kuroki reports fierce fighting at Kiatune with 200 Japanese casualties. Chan-tan attacked next.

London Times Washington Poat London Tokyo Times Red Sea Japan Black Sea England Petersburg Smolensk Vladivostok Iwate Kuroki Kiatune Chan-tan

Russian defeat cited in Mo-den-ling fight and retreat

Telegrams report a disastrous engagement for Russia with fierce fighting and heavy artillery. Russians fought with multiple divisions near Motienling, while Japanese center and right advanced. Weather turned bad, links to cremations, and foreigners criticize Russian tactics at Motien Tong.

Mo-den-ling Kurokis Motientong

Russians Menace Shawmut Steamer Near Yokohama

London Times dispatch reports Russian cruisers near Myako heading for Yokohama. The Shawmut, a 9000 ton American steamer carrying provisions, is blocked at Yokohama. Provisions are likely for troops, raising contraband concerns. War risk insurance demand rises as uncertainties in Far East trade grow.

London Times The Washington Post London the Times! Insurance Anya Myako Japan Yokohama Tacoma Malacca Europe Far East China India Straits Indo China Company Gulf of Pechil Foreign Office

Pacific firm seeks U S contraband definition for ships

Pacific Steamship Company asks the State Department to define contraband of war for vessels trading between Pacific coast ports and China and Japan. The inquiry follows the Allenten prize court ruling and fears Russia’s Vladivostok squadron may target merchant ships. Gaelic sailing July 16 toward Yokohama carries contraband goods. officials warn seizure risk exists if intercepted.

Pacific Company State Department Pacific Malt Breathship Company State Lewis Department Hueaian Vladivostok Pacific Great ‘Western China Japan San Francisco Occidental and Oriental Steamship Company Porte Yokohama Vladivostok

Inquest Hints Death by Own Action of Washburn

July 24 inqu est into the death of HB Washburn grain broker who was said to have killed his wife and daughter. It was intimated he did not commit the double murder and death by his own hand. Some money drawn from the bank before the tragedy could be accounted for with several unclear place references.

HB. T. Washburn Washburn

Desperate clash at Shanchurae and surrounding lines

Reports from Gen. Kuroki describe a six hour siege near Shanchiuntse and Shanchurae where Japanese forces repulsed two enemy counterattacks. Artillery duels, river defenses, and a decisive assault seized the enemy camp and retreats, with thousands reported killed or wounded on both sides and dozens of prisoners taken.

Tokyo Kurok

Gambler Summerfield gang nabbed in New York heist attempt

In New York detective sergeant posed as inside source to lure Larry Summerfield’s gambler ring. About eleven men were seized in a hired room full of phones and telegraph gear while attempting a two thousand two hundred dollar payoff. Summerfield escaped on bail set at two hundred twenty five thousand. three associates were arrested and named in police rogues gallery.

Summerfield New York Larry” Summerfield Brighton Broadway John ‘Thompson William Muhloon

Ward Conference Signals New York Campaign Support

Edward I Brown, longtime friend of the President, indicates Ward S may join the Republican ticket in New York. Ward notes confidence of a Republican victory nationwide, discusses Root’s governor nomination doubts, and reveals discussions on regional political balance affecting the November ballet.

Ican National Edward I. Brown Club of New York Ward S New York State Wards Lkelihood Hithu Pat Y Binck Brantua i Fn

Ready to rush in troops over riot threat in Bonesteel

Federal troops were requested and readied as Bonesteel grapplers and gamblers faced rioting. The mayor and McPhaul urged removal of the registration office if violence recurred, then authorities argued over troop deployment and control. Robberies and a bank hold up followed amid a tense scene as residents faced ongoing threats. The Chicago movement toward Rosebud reservation drew many travelers, with registration days and farm prospects noted.

Bonesteel S.D Theimayor McPhaul Government Registration Office Iy Won Hata Kant Bofiesteel Citizens’ Bank Chicago Rosebud South Dakota Northwestern Ronesteal Fairfax Yankton Maines Tier Ana Young

Steam yacht in flames near Kingston boat disaster

A steam yacht on Lake Ontario four miles from Kingston caught fire during a pleasure cruise. An explosion in the fire box hurled hot coals into the engine room, but passengers were saved by quick actions of both crews. Captain Barney Nunn steered toward shore as Nokomis aided, and firemen battled the blaze. Charles Wood and son Raymond were badly burned but expected to recover.

Beath Lake Ontario Clayton Hingston Gatarle Ted Kingston Mill Bere Barney Nunn Aterm W. 3. Nichols New York Cedar Island Charles Wood Raymond Wood

Gorman firm rejects names for Parker campaign chair

Washington dispatch reports Senator Arthur P. Gorman will not allow his name to be considered for campaign chair. Judge Parker seeks a younger man, with William F. Sheehan’s name discussed but health cited as barrier. Taggart allies press for a Western chair, while Belmont and others decline active campaign roles.

Sheehan Belmont Bwopus Arthur P. Gorman Maryland Hoffmanne New York Noody Aus Gunt Belmont Alachan Tageart Vfor Abner Peveral National. Committee National Committee St. Louis Ye ‘Parker Shin Taggart Uree Gorman

Walsh Announces a Consultation at New York Next Monday

News notes a telegraph from Mr J Fred Kelley DC member to Judge Parker about a Democratic notification meeting in New York. The Presidential notification committee plans a noon July 26 gathering at the Fifth Avenue Hotel, with secretary C A Walsh signing the telegram. Officials expect Parker’s formal notification later, possibly between August 5 and 10, amid party confusion over timing and Washington strategy.

Edhtary "Walsh New York J. Fred Kelley City District of Columbia Parker Clark Fifth Avenue New York City C. A. Walsh Roosevelt Beth Wgouayelt Washington Norman Fhiaree A. Welch

Reception to Davis at Bedford Springs

A large, informal non partisan reception for Senator Davis, Democratic candidate for Vice President, was held in the Bedford Springs Hotel lobby. Davis greeted guests with his daughter as Judge and Mrs Guffey assisted, amid a handshaking reception with no speeches.

Bedford - Springs Davis Bedford -Springs Hotel Springs Hotel Bedford Guffey F the”. Bedford New York City

Bedford Springs Notification and Democratic Leaders Sighted

President Davis continues his retreat at Bedford Springs to rest rather than discuss politics. He arrived amid healthful appearance and brisk lobby walks. Other Democrats like Judge Gray Hugh North AT Spangler and Mayor McCormick are noted as prominent attendees. Cal Gulley predicts Indiana's War ot Indiana will be national chairman when the committee meets in New York next Tuesday.

Reecmount Gorman New York Sheehan Rosemount Judge Parker John W. Cartraie Watertown Democratic Commuittes Frank Campbell Bath Fortier Vhatemiin New York State Dilieh Baapua Bedford Springs Davis George Gray Wilmington Del Hugh M. North Columbia AT. Spangler Bellefonte Vince McCormick Harrisburg Cal. Gulley Wart Indiana Ohrman

Death of Former Senator West in Sweet Springs Mo

Former Senator George G. West, critically ill at his home in Sweet Springs Missouri, is expected to die hourly. Family members have arrived as doctors report no chance of recovery and a persistent decline in his condition.

Sweet Springs George G. West

Five Million Dollar Suit Over Mine Plunder Claims

Boston and Montana Company sues Heinze and associates in Montana district court seeking $5,750,000 for alleged plunder of ore from Minnie Healy Mine and adjoining veins. Plaintiffs allege underground workings across joined claims formed a single mineral body and accuse defendants of diverting ore from Healy property and related mines.

Boston Montana Heinze Butte Mont F. Augustus Heinro Minnie Healy Boston and Montana Company Augustus Heinze Johnstown Miniing Company Montana Ore Purchas[ing ‘Company Ir Piccolo Gambetta Mines Uss Intit Fe

Strike 15 On Again Butchers Blame Packers

Chicago, July, strike renewals slam major packing firms over alleged reverse discrimination against active union men in rehiring. Arbitration terms disputed as unions push for fair reinstatement. new conferences fail to yield settlement with another meeting set for morning. Packets report selective rehiring patterns at Swift Co and others, with various plants reinstating limited or no union workers.

Chicago Fve Meat Butchers’ ‘Union Wefinesdar Ntdapna Donnelly Butchers’ Union Pilex Armouf Carrine Department Mr. Donnelly Hammond Facking Company Nelson Morris & Co Schwarzschild & Bulsberger Libby, McNeill & Twibby Floresch Asmars

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