Russian Retreat at Tie Pass and Heavy Losses Reported
Reports from St Petersburg and Tokyo describe the main Russian army retreating behind Tie Pass fortifications after heavy fighting near Mukden. The Japanese claim 50,000 Russian wounded with large casualty figures, while Gen Kuropatkin cites 50,000 wounded and uncertain kill totals. The Russian rear guard fights to the south as Japanese forces push northern and eastern flanking moves.
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Kuropatkin
Shakhe
Hun
Tie Pass
Tie Fass
Qyama
Mukden
Juanyang
Genk
Linevitch
Rennenkampff
Kaulbars
Ekuaulbars
Hennenkampt
St Petersburg
Kuroepatkin
Saros
Hkinopatkin
Me Paas
Innese
Siberian Rifles
Weet
Loesel
Nogi
Japan
Ee Petersburg
Trussian
Muktden
Lian
Liaoyang
Oyama
Orthiof Fakoman
Staf
Commissariat
Imperial Rifles
Balaklava
Iossea
Antietam
Rennenkamppff
Oubenepusa
Recall of Russian Fleet Signals Hopes of Peace
European chancelleries view the recall of Admiral Rozestvenskys squadron as a hopeful sign though not a sure sign of peace. The Russian second Pacific squadron remained at Nosse Be near Madagascar with drills and practice, while rumors of a naval base purchase are unconfirmed.
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Rojestvensky
Port Louis
Mauritius
Nosst Be
Madagascar
Mesangeries Maritimes
Oxus
Rajestvensky
Noss Be
Tamatave
Indian Ocean
Japan Ready to Treat On Peace Terms Believed Near
Diplomats report Japan prepared to consider peace proposals seriously if trustworthy assurances are given that terms will be considered. Russia recalls Pacific squadron after Oyama’s victory with Port Arthur retention and Korea protectorate as possible indemnity terms. Japanese envoy Takahira says no direct peace proposal from St Petersburg. Russia may seek better terms after Mukden.
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Japan
Europe
Port Arthur
Korea
Russia
Pacific
Kuropatkin
Washington
Oyama
Cassini
Tie Pass
Harbin
Legation
Jt 15
St .Petersburg
Tokyo
Takahira
Mukden
St. Petersburg
Manchuria
Liaotung Peninsula
Sahkalin
Far East
Vladivostok
France
Mukdéen
Germany
United States
Pressure for Peace in St Petersburg Amid War Diskussion
Reports from St Petersburg on March 13 describe a government announcement that a fresh army would be raised and the war continue, while a strong peace sentiment grows among the public and diplomats foresee terms based on a future alliance in the Far East. Internal pressures, mobilization challenges, and opposition in Poland shape the decisive options for Russia.
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St. Petersburg
Kuropatkin
Janan
Far East
Russia
Japan
War Office
Poland
Political Deadlock Hints at Real Constitution Crisis
Peror argues a real constitution could be forced by choosing peace or continued war while government sits in a corner needing popular support. Advisers push a constituent assembly as patriotsm surges, pressuring peace. Papers split on peace terms with Russia and Japan, and power-player nations weigh offers and influence.
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Peror
Novee Vremya
Mukden
Gazata
Japan
Russia
London Opinion Changes In Peace Talks
London reports a shift in diplomatic circles toward peace negotiations though none confirmed by the foreign office or embassies. The Russian Embassy noted it was likely Emperor Nicholas could consent to direct talks with Japan influenced by public sentiment. A neutral view suggested the German Emperor may act as Russia's peacemaker.
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London
Foreign Office
Nicholas
St. Petersburg
Japan
Russia
Czarskoe-Selo Dispatch Says Russia Won’t Seek Peace
Copenhagen dispatch quotes the Czar declaring no peace while Japan remains unbeaten and only an honorable settlement for Russia. Berlin dispatch notes German officials see Mukden results as still undetermined and predict a likely push for peace due to high losses.
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Washington Post
Copenhagen
Czarskoe-Selo
Russia
Japan
Cologne
Berlin
Mukden
Safe crackers rob two banks in three states
A trio of gunmen struck Genoa Ottawa County Ohio blowing the Genoa Banking Company vault for about $2,000 and papers valued at $50,000 while a shootout fatally wounded a safe cracker in Limestone near Fort Fort. The bandits used dynamite and jimmies. In Benton Kentucky the Bank of Benton vault was blown, taking about $4,000 and escaping toward Paducah.
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Genoa
Ohio
Benton
Washington Fort
Qloan
N. Y
Barney Fay
Limestone
Tom Wilson
Sharpsburg
Paton & Son
Freemont
Genoa Banking Company
Ottawa County
Bank of
Paducah
Cau cus names Spencer in Missouri senatorial caucus
Jefferson City March 13 at a Republican caucus fifty three legislators bound to vote for two days for the candidate with forty seven votes. The group selected Judge J. B. Spencer of St. Louis as their choice and will cast ballots for him. Niedringhaus is released from caucus binding. Kerens faction abstained, making compromise unlikely. Ballot totals show Cockrell leading, with Niedringhaus and Kerens behind. Democrats elected a Bangor mayor in Maine, first in fifty years, while Republicans won other Maine cities. In Atlantic City the New Jersey Methodist Episcopal Conference endorsed arbitration free ties negotiated by President Roosevelt.
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Tokyo
Mukden
Yenden
Tsinkhetchen
Machuntan
Miulupas
Jefferson City
United States
Thomas K. Niedringhaus
Cockrell
Miedlinghaus
Kerens
Bartholdt
McKinley
Warner
Dyer
Kiefner
Bangor
Democratic Party
Augusta
Biddeford
Belfast
Brewer
Episcopalians Indorse
Atlantic City
N.J
New Jersey Methodist Episcopal Conference
Rooseve
Green Faces Trial in Washington Over Beavers Deals
Ex Senator George E. Green of Binghamton must stand trial in Washington on three indictments related to bribery and conspiracy in the sale of Doremus canceling machines and time recorders to the Post Office Department. Two indictments are set aside as Judge Hay finds technical flaws. Green plans an appeal to the U S Supreme Court.
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Hay
Federal District Court
Utica
N. Y
New York
Washington
Green
Supreme Court
Washington Post
NM. Y
George E. Green
Binghamton
United States
George W. Beavers
Doremus
Beavers
Post Office Department
Bundy Time Recorders
Time Recorders
Greene
Henkel
Supreme Court of
District of Columbia
George Green
Theodore R. Tuthill
Judge Kohlsa at Accused Appointing Relatives to Office
Special to The Washington Post from Chicago on March 18 reports Judge Christian C Kohlsaat of the U S District Court faces formal charges of maladministration. Charles H Aldrich claims he used relatives and close allies as receivers in cases including Woods Motor Vehicle Co which became defunct in September 101. The judge denies the charges blaming malice and President Roosevelt paused new federal judicial appointments.
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Washington Post
Chicago
Christian C. Kohlsaar
United States District Court
Charles H. Aldrich
United States
Kobisaat
Henry W. Wales
Kohlsaar
G. B. Smith
Kohisaat
Supreme Court Rules Assembly Must Decide Governor Contest
Denver, March 13. The Colorado Supreme Court ruled the joint convention cannot adopt the Alexander report on the gubernatorial contest. The assembly must rule on the contest between the claimant and contestee and cannot seat Lieut. Gov. McDonald as governor. Justice Steele led the majority. The legislature took no action today. Senator Aldrich and family arrived in Taormina, Italy.
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Denver
Colorado Supreme Court
Alexander
Alva Adams
Gov. Peabody
Supreme Court
Gov. McDonald
Robert W. Steele
Russian Army Hotily Pursued Peace Near at Hand
News page notes a possible near end to hostilities as Russian forces are tracked closely and peace may be within reach. Includes updates on postal trials, the president's Mothers Day address, and political maneuvering in government.
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Green
Cannon
Ithe
Japan
Shaw
Canal Commission
Congress
Virginia
News of
Maryland
Bridge Collapse floods Los Angeles River. two missing
A span of the Seventh Street bridge over the Los Angeles River collapsed during a flood, dragging twelve to fifteen people into the swift water. Two unknown men remain missing, while Mrs. Clara Webb sustained likely fatal injuries. Floods across California worsen coastal damage and disrupt rail and communications.
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Los Angeles River
California
Los Angeles
Cal
Seventh Street
Clara Webb
East Seventh Street
Ugb
Clifford Linthal
Negro of Hebrew faith noted in Passaic jail case
Special to The Washington Post from Paterson New Jersey reports an unusual inmate at Passaic County jail Samuel Valskabo mann a 38 year old Ethiopian born Hebrew and German student and poet who writes in Hebrew script He claims assault and robbery March 3 leading to a month jail sentence for aiding and abetting a street row He is a high degree Mason speaks seven languages and was to write Purim sketches Egyptian consul will be contacted for assistance On March 13 Cooperstown New York William Coleman pleaded guilty to theft of Clark jewels and was sentenced to six years and five months in Auburn prison.
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Washington
Paterson
N. J
Passaic County
Samuel Valskabomann
Dundee
Passaic
Valskabomann
Cooperstown
William Coleman
Clark
Auburn
Presidents scorn his address to mothers
Clergyman who advocated two children idea criticised. Woman auditors applaud the sentiment that strenuous qualities should be developed in boys. Roosevelt's Mothers Congress speech denounces anti-work, favors duty, family life, and a strong home as the foundation of national progress. He argues the woman’s role is central, the man as breadwinner, and stresses duty, self sacrifice, and wholesome domestic life amid warnings about modern luxury.
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Roosevelt
Mothers’ Congress
Mothers Hesild Foundation
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