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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1905
Page
4
Count Witte declares backing for a constituent assembly via universal suffrage as the Douma meets. He laments Liberal distrust while pressing for zemstvoist support and hints a new regime forms under his leadership with a cabinet plan and education and justice posts in contention.
St Petersburg reports Theodore Hansen, first secretary of the Russian Embassy in Washington, will be transferred soon. A successor has not yet been chosen. The move signals a routine reshuffle within diplomatic ranks as officials prepare for changes in the embassy staff.
State Department officials acknowledged that the American Minister to Tokyo would be elevated to Ambassador, with a corresponding rise for the Japanese representative in Washington. The move follows postwar rapprochement and Takahira’s proposal for higher rank, seen favorably amid strong U S Japan ties.
St. Petersburg Nov 72 The probability is high that Russia will consent to Japan raising its Tokyo and St. Petersburg posts to embassies. Baron Komura has informed Russia through France of Japan's aim to elevate its posts in Washington London Paris Berlin Vienna and Rome to embassies and to resume diplomatic relations by appointing an ambassador to St. Petersburg. This subject was discussed with Count Witte during a ten minute private conference at Portsmouth after the peace treaty signing.
London Nov 7 Elkan Adler brother of Chief Rabbi Adler of London says after returning from St Petersburg that Count Witte is the only man standing between Russia and anarchy. He faces opposition from reactionaries blamed for the massacres in South Russia but Adler asserts Witte is friendly to Jews and aims to remake Russia with genuine good faith.
Reports from Chernigoff Ryazan Kharkov Tikutsk Kazan and Kavno describe patriotic demonstrations and thanksgiving services with no major disorders. Troops intervened to halt anti Jewish riots in Ryazan and Kazan while Trans Siberian service returns to normal in Tikutsk.
St Petersburg on November 7 reports Russia plans a switch from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar. The 13 day discrepancy has caused confusion, and the Academy of Sciences has proposed aligning February to the thirteen day shift and starting March in the new style.
In Phoenixville near Belleville Illinois a powder works explosion this afternoon killed four men and injured several others. The blast occurred at the Phoenix Powder Works and caused extensive damage to the plant and surrounding area. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as the cause remained under investigation.
A long discussion contrasts meat versus vegetarian diets and emphasizes a mixed diet of grains fruits and meats as best. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets and Stuarts Dyspepsia tablets as digestion aids and claims doctors endorse their digestive principles while warning against weak stomachs relying on laxatives.
In Petersburg on November 1 reports say the revolutionary Acclauste controlled Finland as militia blocked Helsingfors and other towns, keeping news from Russian authorities. The country buzzed with talk of a Finnish republic and troops moving toward cities to fight for freedom. Prince Obolensky may be replaced by Gen Kaumbars who welcomed Finland’s restored rights and blamed past rulers for its estrangement from the empire.
Berlin reports William T Stead after Russia trip describes “hell let loose” with riots in Revat. He notes mob violence, demands for liberty and suffrage, and a slain agitator Louise Michel figure. He stresses shaken czarist authority, army unreliability, and need for Liberal support to implement new governance while warning of possible bloodshed.
Simon Wolf of the Society of American Hebrews decries a planned Washington delegation asking President to pressure the Russian czar. He cautions against emulation of a czarist approach, notes treaties with Russia, and says aid will come from New York City while events unfold. He foresees limited relief efforts and no wholesale emigration plans at present.
A New York mass meeting of Jewish residents organized a relief society to aid massacre victims in Russia. Oscar Strauss was elected president Cyrua Sulzberger secretary and Jacob H Schiff treasurer. Funds will be administered by a committee and used for all sufferers, Jewish or Christian, with Mr Schiff designated to receive subscriptions. Dispatches from London Paris and Berlin signal international cooperation for the relief effort.
Odessa reports continue quiet as rail traffic resumes and city funds aid victims of last week’s massacres. The city council and newspapers launched collections, with 12 500 dollars raised by the municipality. Four hundred twelve Jewish victims were buried. many Christian sites closed. funerals to continue for three days.
A lengthy roster of travelers, with dozens of names and destinations, appears from multiple states and cities. The list includes residents and visitors heading to many locations, including Illinois, New York, California, and Texas, among others.
Preliminary gatherings in Arlington yesterday and last night passed without issue as two factions of manufacturers and jobbers converge for the American Hardware Manufacturers Association meeting at the New Willard and the National Hardware Association session. A heated freight rate dispute looms, with E. B. Pike proposing a resolution amid anticipated floor battles and a capital dome shadow over Congress.
A cablegram from Minister Rockhill in Peking says the viceroy at Canton ordered Yingtak magistrates to take extraordinary measures to protect missionaries and stations. The magistrate replies there is no sign of hostility, and three missionaries with families will move to Canton while receiving careful protection.
Review notes public interest in Charles Edward Russell's Man's Struggle for Equality from November issues of Everybody's. Highlights bleak slum conditions, capital and labor inequality, and the call for reform. Brecrbodge Magazine advertises 15 counts at 150 a year.
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