Russian losses in war reported with a wide range
A late entrails filled dispatch claims 10 000 Russians dead and up to 20 000 wounded with extensive Japanese casualties reported but only partially confirmed. The report cites prisoners buried bodies and battlefield recoveries as it tracks totals through mid October with references to multiple armies and fronts.
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Okus
Kureyas
Totho
Cawuattins
Magma
Nis
Kurohis
Oman
Jett Army
Geto
Battles Near Hamantung Report From Mukden Front
Descriptions from Peking dated Oct 16 recount six days of heavy fighting as Russian forces retreat north of the Shakhe River toward Hamantung. Japanese batteries and infantry pressed the Russians, who held stubbornly amid shelling and rainstorms, with exchanges across valleys and hills before a cautious Russian withdrawal.
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Imukden
Peking
Shakhe
Saakhe
Hamantung
Mukden
Yeotul
Homantung
Marrow Valley
Takin Casttlong
Notable Plain Dealer Death Notice From 1904
Fragmentary notice from Cleveland Plain Dealer reports a death in a family residence with scattered dates and names. The readable fragments reference a November or December timeframe and mention a son, household location, and local press. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate obituary style content.
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Lanal
SERS
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Dramatic Battle Scene Near Manchuria Front
Turbulent fighting described as the week’s bloodiest, with intense Russian artillery fire on positions seized by Japanese on October 18. Japanese and Russian forces clash around Shohopy and Tousanpou as rain, shelling, and wounded flood trenches east and west of the railway.
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Manchuria
Peking
Laaoyang
Shohopy
Tousanpou
Wabden
Ivdge
Fierce fighting and retreat reports from Mukden front
Reports describe heavy combat from Mukden with Gen Noda possibly wounded and a wide Russian retreat Toward Harbin wounded flood stations overcrowded with six thousand arriving Saturday Surgeons and nurses fatigue impedes care Correspondents ordered to Harbin signal retreat may extend beyond Lie_pase Weather flooding impedes movements and raises questions on ammo and supply as Japanese pressure persists with uncertainty over Russian supply status
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Noda
Mukden
Harbin
Vakden
Lie Pase
Port Arthu
Europiliin
Petersburg Losses Deepen as War Dramas Unfold
Reported from the field the clash around Shakhe and Liaoyang yields heavy Russian losses and retreat with over 30 000 left flank casualties. Public gloom rises in St Petersburg as officials, troops, and generals face criticism while Kuropatkin and General St asumed responsibilities and Port Arthur defenders lose hope without outside succor. The text notes disputes on strategic outcomes and shifts in political and military morale.
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Petersbug
Shukhe
Liaoyang
Shakhe
Halter
Vukhen
Mattle
Sct Petersburg
Hig
Ubudon
Jong
Erin
Kouwledas
Port Arthu
Kuropatkin
Foretold Russian Disaster Foreshadowed by Japanese Feint
Report on French strategist Octti-Gen Negrier predicting a Japanese feint would lure Russian forces into a disaster. The analysis cites Kuropatkin's position and a two-front threat, with emphasis on a turning movement aimed at the Russian left and a broad, extended front. The piece notes rising interest as Russia faces a grave strategic setback.
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Negrier
Kuropatkins
Wermer
Miliary Club
Negrar
Russia
Kuropatkyr
Don Jaime Injured In Horse Fall At Manchuria Battle
Relatives report Donaime son of the Spanish pretender Don Carlos was injured by a fall from his horse while at Russian headquarters in Manchuria. The incident leaves him convalescing under medical care and prompts liaison with his family.
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Manchuria
Tome
Donaime
Don Carlos
Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Promoted as Blood Remedy
An old promotional piece extols Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a pure vegetable blood medicine. It claims light and plant extracts heal, banish disease, restore health, and build tissue. Warns against alcohol filled substitutes and advertises Dr Pierce's Pellets for bowels.
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Oran
JR V Prette
Invalids Hotel and Surgical Institute
Buffalo
Dr Pierce
Jasavn
Revelations on Don Jaime’s Fate from Vladivostok Note
The last message to Princess Beatrice of Masulmo from Don Jaime, dated Vladivostok, hints he had returned to headquarters before his injuries were assessed. The family awaits confirmation as news of the accident spreads and his status remains uncertain.
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Manohuria
Don Jaime
Beatrice of
Masulmo
Vladivostok
Ahea
Baltic Fleet Sails for Langeland Passage
A Russian Baltic fleet left Libau early yesterday and passed Bornholm in two divisions. The force, comprising seven battleships eight large cruisers eight destroyers and several transports, totals over thirty ships. The fleet is expected to anchor near Lange land for a temporary meet.
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London
Washington
Copenhagen
Libau
Bornholin
Lange Land
Constate
British Trade Review notes gradual trade improvement
The London Times financial summary reports gradual improvement across trades with mixed profits and continued stock adjustments. Textile and chemical sectors show brisk activity while grain and iron markets remain cautious. cotton demand grows in America and Europe stocks recover, wages rise, and wool and worsted industries show solid conditions despite unemployment concerns in some regions.
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London Times
Washlington Post
London
Qet
Times Financial Supplement
Sign
Vetterya
India
Wautern
Europe
America
Amerca
England
Sheffield
Curzon to Return to India Amid Health Doubts
A London dispatch reports Lady Curzon’s improving condition and Lord Curzon’s possible continuation as viceroy of India. The note notes a potential replacement in South Africa for Lord Winner and hints at a diplomatic posting for Wilner if Cromer leaves Egypt for a French post.
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Milner
Egypt
Cromer
Walner Castle
Lady Curzon
Walmer Palace
Walmer Castle
Walmer Place
Walmer
Curzon
Anon
Tarmather
Sivier Yrs
Wils Lester
Jeffess
London
Janea
India
Mness
Winner
Sout Africa
Co Feu
Lord Suluorné
Lord Wilner
South Africa
Lord Cromer
France
Northern China Quiet Outside Isolated Disorder Claims
Cablegram from Peking reports unrest in the northern provinces but notes the Russian Legion spreads stories to divert attention. It says only a small area has a dynastic and anti foreign flavor, easily crushed by the viceroy, while most northern provinces remain tranquil.
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London ‘Times
Washington
Peking
Zuronean
Kwang
Sarah Bernhardt Injured by Glass Breakage in Aachen
The famed actress Sarah Bernhardt was injured when a carriage door glass shattered. Glass splinters struck her eye, requiring a surgeon for removal. After surgery she performed at the theater, with engagements canceled. Berlin opening now set for October 17.
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Leriin
Sarah Bernhardt
Aachenchenish Pressin
Wime Hernhardt
Adgion i
Mme Bernhardt
Bremen
Hanover
Berlin
Tenement House Fire Sparks Alarms in Greenpoint Brooklyn
Reports say alarms sounded in the Greenpoint Brooklyn tenement district near Manhattan Avenue and Leonard Street. Three ambulance calls were dispatched as fire teams responded to a blaze. authorities moved to assess the danger and coordinate emergency services. In other news, the 1400 ton armored cruiser Colorado arrived in New York en route to a ceremonial armament voyage, with activities planned off Cape Ann on October 26.
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Washington
New York
Vicnity
Manhattan Avenue
Leonard Street
Colorado
Philadelphia
Cape Ann
Massachosetts Pust
Japanese Build Canal to Link Tattse and Alun Rivers
Oct 16 dispatch reports that Japan has completed a canal linking the Tattse and Alun rivers, enabling transport from Yin how to Slanchin thirty five miles southeast of Mukden. Port Arthur operations are described as unchanged with no notable developments.
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St Petersburg
Yinhow
Slanchin
GE Mukdenj
Peage Arguments Rise for Peace Amid Manchurian War
Dispatch from Tokyo reports a strong peace appeal amid the Manchurian slaughter. Both sides fight fiercely, with about 60069 dead or wounded, mostly Russians, as diplomacy weighs ending the war. Some Japanese fear public rejoicing would seem callous.
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Tokyo
Manchuria
Anecdotes of Davis Troupe in Huntington West Virginia
Ex Senator Davis and ex Governor Whyte of Maryland headline a storied tour with sharp humor and political jests. Anecdotes recount a Baltimore ward worker tale, Charleston primaries, and a repeater quip while crowds laugh and dispatches note registration calls.
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Spevlel
Washington
Huntington
W. Va
Davis Aatar
Winkney Whyte
Maryland
Millard Fillmore
England
Davis
Darig
Winte
Tsn
Mike Down
Baltimore
Fillmora
Gov Whyte
West Viginia
Davie
West Virginia
Vir Devis
Charleston
Whyls
Fourth Baltimore
Brunswick
Whele
Baery
Joe Blackhut
Kentucky
Go Whyte
Tom
Whyte
Eperk
Ron Tucker
Cearly
Ilis
Tucker
Davis R
Wheeling
Democratic Speakers Bureau
New York
Hill
Dallar
Democratic: National Committee
Bailey
Texas
Czar Ordered the Advance in Manchuria War Dispatch
Statements from Russian prisoners claim Emperor Nicholas ordered Kuropatkin to advance south of Mukden to relieve Port Arthur. The plan, begun September 11, divided forces, aimed to drive Japanese from Lingyang, with heavy losses reported among Siberian units and regiments reduced to shells after Liaoyang.
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Tokyo
Kuropatkin
Nicholas
Mukden
Port Arthur
Muknen
Europation
Eers
Prisners
Padsine
Wencburle
Kurapatkin
Solatt
Tungshankoun
Linia
Stackelberg
Fiegerve
Lingyang
Yostuhenko
Linavite
Joszes
Klileg
Marching Club of Junior Old Boys Attends Republican Meet
The Junior Old Boys Republican Maching Club of Baltimore, with three companies of fifty men, marched into Lyric Hall for a main meeting led by Col Dan Greavenor. Officers include Capt Morricon, Capt Mas, and Capt Wickey, with plans for parades and campaigns across several venues through the week.
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Lyric Hall
Baltimore
Dan Greavenor
R Morricon
Liew
P Leonard
John T Mas
William Reardon
William A “Wckey
Lisut D . Walker
Roosevelt
Fabanks
Old Boys Club
Witeenth Street
Metzeratt Hall
Benner
Twelfth
Roosevelt and Fairbanks League
Hyattsville
Inces Draro
Club cannot attend debut parade in Baltimore
The club could not attend its first appearance in a parade in Baltimore but a member was at the Baltimore and Ohio station to see the bets off and stayed with the delegation until the train pulled out. He will be with his command in this week’s engagement.
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Baltmore
Baltimore and Ohio
Democrats Hold Lively Laurel Savage Meeting Campaign Opener
Maryland voters in Laurel and Savage held an enthusiastic campaign rally with State Senator Arthur P Gorman and Witton I Lambert among speakers. Attendees heard attacks on Republican tariff and praise for Lovelism, while discussions touched on Panamanian Canal issues and civil rights symbolism observed at a Chicago dinner event.
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Laurel and Savage
Arthur P Gormany
Witton I Lambert
Washington
Reallty Sud
Arthur G Conner
Asl
Hnton
Prince George
Howard Counties
O Connor
Laybert
Pausevelt
Gen Tyner
Panama Canal
Ur Lambert
Fasor
Parker Dais
Democracy
Gorman
Roosacell
Chicago
Negro Bor
Democratic money shy in Washington bets on Roosevelt win
A Washington broker reports scant Democratic betting on Roosevelt with several prominent figures placing wagers through George Williamson. Bets include Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin electoral votes for Roosevelt and a $1000 challenge on Roosevelt securing the electoral ticket, despite some bettors wavering after Herrick’s nomination. A standing offer of 500 remains that Herrick will be elected governor.
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Washington
George Williamson
Indiana
Minois
Wisconsin
Roosevelt
New York State
Judge Herrick
Heddi
Odce
Senator Gorman to Speak at Laurel Mass Meeting
Special to The Washyegran reports Democrats in Prince George County will hold a large gathering at the Academy of Music in Laurel on October 18 with Senator AP Gorman as chief speaker. The event was moved from October 11 due to the Senator’s absence. This marks his first campaign speech, with one more planned at the Lyric in Baltimore on the eve of the election.
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Laurel
Prince George Counts
Academy of Music
Yousing
AP Gorman
Ivering
Lyric
Baltimore
Fragmentary OCR Notes Hint at Local Political Tussle
Fragmented lines mention a Democrat tie and a local election, with references to North Way and a theft incident. The garbled text implies a political contest or event and an associated incident, but details are unclear. Further readable tokens may clarify candidates, dates, or locations.
Death notice for Gen W S Wortf hums in service and era
Obscure obituary fragment notes General W S Wortf death while serving in the regular army during the Indian and Spanish War era. Mentions William Tenk and dispatches, with unclear lines referencing reburial or memorial details. Contains garbled OCR indicating military service and dates but lacks complete data.
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Osada
Naval Movements and Ocean Steamers Highlighted in New Record
A garbled OCR snippet references naval movements and ocean steamers, mentioning New York, London, and possible ports, with fragmented phrases about arrivals, departures, and steamship movements. The text is largely unreadable, but indicates a historical report on naval and maritime traffic with multiple place names and ship movements.
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