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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1904

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Fail to Take Hill Japanese Assault on Lone Tree Repulsed

Japanese assault on Lone Tree Hill failed at dawn amid heavy Russian resistance. Across the front, Japanese and Russian forces clash with heavy losses. Russian centers hold and supply lines face disruption as both sides push toward Shakhe River and Mukden. Reports from St. Petersburg praise Russian defense while Tokyo signals renewed effort and mounting strain on Japanese logistics and ammunition.

Lone Tree Hill Foourtues Chine Poattion Rusatina Wwful Ruvclan Japan Russia Evers Mandarin Road Shalandtzy Shakhe Shakne Lone Tree Hall Putllot Hii St. Petersburg Suronatkin Europarkin Tokyo Associated Press Mukden Kuropatkin

Spooner Wisconsin Senator Doubts Roosevelt Victory

Wisconsin Senator Spooner, amid party tensions, questions if Wisconsin can deliver Roosevelt electors, sparking surprise among state Republicans in Washington. Assistant Attorney General Pradt and Assistant Secretary Taylor view the interview skeptically, calling La Follette a egotist and demagogue while noting Wisconsin stalwarts back Roosevelt in principle, even if cautious about tactics.

Eisie Wisconsin Taylor United States Spooners Carc Associated Press Washington Spurner Badger Parker and New York Madison Spooner L A Pradt Stuation Pradt Rongevelt Intervieu Chicago Roosevelt Rational White House la Follette la Folletta Senator Spoofier

Wisconsin Wavers on Roosevelt Vote in Parker Crisis

A Wisconsin political letter warns of eightiest danger to Parker and reports nervousness over party distress. It cites La Follette faction dynamics, stalwarts' support for Roosevelt, and Democrats leaning toward Roosevelt, predicting Wisconsin may yield a Roosevelt majority near 100000 in the state’s election.

Parker Ubst Wisconsin Republica Roosevelt Wisconsin la Follette Ufelong

Parker Campaign Prospects in Indiana and New Jersey

In New York on Oct 18 Judge Parker weighed Indiana and New Jersey prospects. Simon P Bherin and Sherin briefed Parker as James J Smith Jr. predicted a Democratic win with Parker steering mass meetings in Esopus and Newark. conference praised pensions stance while level of canvassing remained undisclosed.

New York Indiana New Jersey Tudge Parker Simon P Bherin Sherin Taggart Judge Parker Auch Thoreuast Hippus Jndi Gnans Danviss Chatman James J Smith Jr Parker Blick Edward Arkinson Boston Maas Philippine Islands Bres Atkinson Esopus Conresa Beville Mra Charles Meiesz Hall Maediann Square Garden E. Price Newark Dodson Harmon Ghlo Atttorney Europe Demcratic John E Tamb William J Thompson Gloucester Wiliam J Stone Missouri Daniel 8 Lamont H D Ferguson Republican National Administration Gove Ainments

Taggart Heading Home To Address Indiana Situation

Democratic National Committee Chairman Taggart plans a brief trip from New York to Indiana and Illinois to focus on the party’s prospects. He will return to New York to stay through the election and consult with executive committee members and state delegates. Roosevelt leads Parker four to one in early betting on Broad Street. a $1,000 wager tops smaller bets.

New York Roosevelt Wew York Broad Street Parker Tom Taggart Bryan Indiana Nebraska Svea Thas Elver Watson Debs Ind Bryans Fairbanks Senate Stram Om Bryan

Cannon at Fairmont Opens Republican Campaign

In Morgantown and Fairmont WV the arrival of Speaker Cannon and Congressmen Bele Dayton and Bede drew crowds. An all day meeting, parades, and rallies drew roughly 15000 attendees in Morgantown and about 7000 in the later event, with strong speeches and applause.

Washington Vorganonn Joseph G Cannon House of Representatives Adam Bele Winnesot Thomas W . Fleming Cannon Morgantown W Va Dayton Bede

Platt and Mi Tepew discuss Depew successor at state HQ

In New York on October 18 Senator Thomas Platt and Senator Channery Mi Tepew spent a half hour with leaders at Republican State headquarters. They spoke on who should be chosen to succeed Senator Depew next winter amid varied rumors. Platt indicated he favors Depew's reelection, while officials remained reticent about the conference and potential candidates including former Governor Black.

New York Thomas Platt Channery Mi Tepew Dor Black Depew Platt

Senator Proctor Re-Elected in Vermont Legislature

Senator Proctor was re-elected to the United States Senate by the Vermont legislature with 205 votes in the upper chamber and 1 for John H Senter in the House, where Democrats backed their candidate. final confirmation awaits joint sessions.

Montpelier Redfield Proctor United States Senate Vermont Senator Proctor John H Senter Senter

Parker to Ulster Voters Defends Constitutional Limits

Alton B Parker in Ulster County accuses the Republican administration of overstepping constitutional powers. In a letter read at a Commercial Travelers League meeting, Parker argues government must be divided into three branches with defined powers. He urges voters to support constitutional safeguards in the upcoming election.

Judge Parker Ulster County Commercial Travelers’ League Broadway William Roche Charles M Preston Lawrence van Milter New York State Democratic John J Linson Howard Chipp Keston Fudge Parkers Ettorik Xo Tong Aierewardef Coe Leeua Tate Yaore Alton R Parker

Battle With Bandits Near Mexfco City

In Mexfco City on October 18 three desperadoes Flores Saledo Herrera killed a servant Laurina Frias and wounded Vicente Godinez before a rurales force arrived. A pitched battle followed at a plantation with heavy casualties among soldiers and the bandits.

Mexfco City King Endufteer Federal Laurin Drias Santa Julia Nestor Flores Banaid Solaler Vicente Gadioer Danta Julia Leonardo Bariques Rodrigo Barelo Petro Herrera Benoit Eieven Goldter Flores Saledo Herrera Vicente Godinez Santa Yalla Godines Laurina Frias Friag Godinez Rurales

Gladden resigns from American Missionary Association

Des Mores, Jaws reports Washington Gladden of Columbus Ohio resigns the presidency of the American Missionary Association, the nation’s leading home mission group, amid duties to the Congregational National Council. W E B Du Bois of Atlanta University provokes reaction with remarks on race, class and the so called negro problem as a phase of broader social division. He accuses society of the greatest crime, the stealing of privileges by the well to keep the poor and white over the underprivileged.

Des United States

Bryan's Indiana tour draws huge crowds amid debate

William J Bryan camps in Indiana delivering speeches at Bedford Greencastle and Terre Haute. He touts Democracy, argues for Parker Roosevelts policies split legislature favors Republicans. predicts 18 000 to 20 000 plurality in Indiana. Mass meetings draw miners and students, with one stand collapse injuring a few but no serious harm.

Bedford Ing William Bryan Theiana Mr Bryan Carte House Park Generaline Greencastle Ind Willam J Bryan Depauwe University Spain Bryan Trai Here Linton Green County Crope

Fupos I Japanese Wvet Reverses Spooners Prediction

A compact digest reports varied items including politics in Wisconsin and Illinois, labor union activity, named figures such as Bryan and Mayer, and notes on post office estimates. It mentions battlefield scenes, editorials on taxes, and visits from Washington, with racing and other sports briefly touched.

Wisconsin Bryan Union Brotherhood Afa Knights of Maite Fairbanks East Dasa Froblem Emperor William Mayer WeCue Virginis Maryland Tsoeial

Fire Rages Through Rehoboth Beach Destroying Numerous Homes

A massive blaze in Rehoboth Beach Delaware on October 18 swept through wooden structures including the King cottage, Townsend Hotel, Brayton Hotel, and other residences. Despite bucket brigades and aid from Wilmington Georgetown Lewes and a special train of firefighters, most of the town faced heavy damage with losses around 16000 and insurance about 2300. The wind shift toward the ocean likely saved southern and western areas. Local leadership included Dr Thorpson, mayor of Lewes.

Rose Rehoboth Del Rehoboth Townsend Brayton Thorpson Lewes Bucket Brigade Wilmington Georgetown King Cottage Baltimore Railroad Avenue DC Townsend Dallas Marvel Laurel Delphich Townsends Wis

Weinseimer Convicted in Extortion Trial at Chatsworth

Philip Weinseimer, former president of the Building Trades Alliance, was found guilty of extortion by a Special Sessions jury after more than a week of trial. He was remanded to the Tombs until October 2 for sentencing. he faces a possible appeal on grounds the verdict contradicted the evidence.

Newmore Philip Weinseimer Building ‘Trades Alliance Wemselmer Cottt George F Baxig Chatsworth Weinselmer

Indicted Cork Works Men Plead Guilty Demurrer Filed

Trenton New Jersey October indictment shows IT H Stone F S Quintard Charles W Russ and James Ruse of the Nonpareil Cork Works Camden charged with conspiring against the United States steamboat inspection laws by selling life preservers containing iron parts. They via counsel filed a demurrer arguing no conspiracy and market sale defense. Judge Lanning to set hearing date.

Trenton N H Stone Quintard Charles W Russ James Ruse Cork Worts Camden United States District Court Wil Rx Allense Windh Thare Lanning

PREDICTS PROSPERITY At Sinois Bankers meet in St Louis

The fourteenth annual Sinois Bankers Association convention opened in St Louis with remarks by President William George of Aurora. Frank A Vanderlip of National City Bank urged optimism while warning against overconfidence. He said future financial events should move toward improvement and prudent conservatism.

St Louis Sinois Bankers Association Tishore Worlds William George Aurora Frank A Vanderlip National City Bank of New York City Vanderlin

Auto Plunged Over Bridge Killing One Injuring Two

An automobile from Urbana left the road near Springfield Ohio and plunged into a rocky ledge seven miles from town. Verron Middleton, father of Judge E C Minal ston, was killed. Mrs Virginia Handles was internally injured and may die. Charles R Murphy survived with minor injuries. Wilkins farm wrecked. The party had been out all night in high speed.

Springfield Ohio Hare Verron Middleton E C Minalston Wilkins Virginia Handles Charles R Murphy Steet Urbana Qhip Mad Riser

Outlaw Oyoma and Followers Besieged in Eastern Samar

In Eastern Samar the Pulajana resistance was crushed as Leut Pogge of the constabulary defeated a large force in the mountains. Oyoma the noted outlaw was killed along with fifty followers.

Oyomo Manila Leut Pogge Constabulary Samar Oyoma

Giolitti Government Stands Firm Amid Election Tensions

Opposition parties accuse Giolitti of weakness toward extremists and call for restraint. Anarchists urge abstention and promote propaganda for political prisoners as garrisons are reinforced and a squadron sails to Genoa. The cabinet outlines its program including railroad modernization and tax reform while warning against revolutionary elements.

Gialitti Gamsons Waratups Genoa Rome Giolitti Milaward Rarshipala Mian Reyal Iker Signor Giolltel Baye Einar Jadea Fede Iicht Patte

Kite Flying Contest Marks Day at Worlds Grounded Course

Laws Oct 18 The Kite Wing car tests from yesterday were held at the Worlds Grounded car course but no decision will be public until the jury meets and notes are compared tomorrow Eighteen entries competed in the mile and one mile contests with participants including Maj Baden Powell England Thomas F Baldwin San Provenico and WA Eddy Bayonne N J Conditions were better today as kites rose to varying heights The kite of Silas J Cortre Chicago carrying between 3000 and 700 feet of wire disappeared with no known accident or injury

Maj Baden Powell Englang Thomas F Baldwin San Provenico WA Eddy Bayonne Dax Silas J Cortre Chicago

Trial of Nan Patterson Delayed to November

District Attorney Jerome promises to call the Nan Patterson case next month in New York. Patterson, held at the Tombs on the murder charge of bookmaker Caesar, was released on bail which her father could not fully supply. The DA said the trial would be set for November and urged preparation for the upcoming hearing.

Jerome New York Nan Patterson Tombs Pilton Reed Ceesar Atornes IB Patterson Mionth¢ le Aimal Lou

Emigrant steamer sinks off Spanish coast report in LondonStandard

The London Standard reports a Cunarder steamship carrying about 2200 emigrants may have gone down off the Spanish coast after a fierce storm. No confirmation yet, but the note calls the dispatch from Fiume to London a cautious early line. The incident location is tied to the Adriatic region near Venice, with Hungary as the noted origin.

Cunarger Fiume Hungary London London Standard Zune Spanish Standard Piaice Adriate Sea Venice

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