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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1904
Page
1
A vigorous reply from Senator Knox accuses Judge Parker of favorable methods and campaign corruption. The piece details tax frauds and machine politics, naming authorities and figures tied to the NY political machine, with emphasis on Parker’s alleged ties to the Cleveland era and the trust influence on government actions.
Two weeks before the 1804 presidential election the Republicans project victory with Roosevelt likely to win a large electoral majority. Democrats push a more aggressive, hopeful bid led by key figures. Both parties report strong fundraising and campaign activity as they wheel to a final push amid accusations about trusts and regulatory actions.
New York lawyers attended a dinner hosted by Edward S Rappallo at the Divers Club honoring Parker. Guests included Hamilton Odell Judge Deward Pattison John Millbown Wil lam F Sheehan Pater B Olney John E Parsons Delaney Nicoll George L Rives John D Crimmins and Everett F Wheeler. Parker spent the day in his apartments with supporters and callers, then walked with his secretary before hoping to return home Thursday.
British pride softens as Emperor Mecholas telegraphs apology and Russia signals readiness to meet the demands for reparation. Admiralty issues preliminary orders for joint coastal and Mediterranean support amid delayed diplomatic replies. King Edward greeted by large crowds as London monitors tense, growing domestic unity behind the government.
Reports from Brest and Torsakovsk detail scattered Russian naval activity as Baltic and Pacific squadrons maneuver. Transports Knias and Katgherkolt reach Brest with limited communication while torpedo boats deploy west of Ushant. Neutrality observers in ArosaBay and Vigo monitor coal shipments and revictualling amid stormy seas.
A flood of Japanese residents in Pendleton and nearby towns receives orders to return to Japan for active military service. Aboard ships from Portland, about 200 to 260 players, merchants, and reserve men plan to sail on the next steamer to the Orient. Many have already sold stocks and assets to hasten their departure.
St Petersburg reports the imperial decree appointing Gen Kuropatkin commander in chief of all Russian forces in the East and confirms Alexeeff in post. The Emperor commends Alexeeff for reforms and concentration of troops while Alexeeff thanks land and sea forces for support. He vows victory with God's help. Also noted is the August 20 grounding of the Russian cruiser Novi driven ashore by the Japanese.
Telegrams from Gen Kuropatkin and Gen Sakherati indicate there was no fighting yesterday or last night near the Shakhe River. Oyama cites Japanese casualties at 45,879, with detailed Russian and Japanese losses through October 10 to 22. Winter preparations and heavy clothing distribution are underway as troops endure subfreezing temperatures.
British shipowners, alarmed by the Baltic fleet, seek war risk coverage for mercantile delis amid new uncertainties about contraband rules. Insurance correspondents say many expect increased premiums and broader war risk policies until the Baltic threat subsides.
Reports claim Russia bought Chilean navy ships to join its Second Pacific Squadron at the Azores while Chilean neutrality might be skirted by transferring vessels to Turkey for a payment. In Chefoo Japanese warehouses allegedly burned, eight warehouses at Antung on the Falu River held rations clothing ammunition and prizes from the Yalu battle. two Japanese officers died by their own hands as suspicions of arson arise.
In dense fog today on Benton and University, over thirty persons were injured with three possibly fatally. The most severely hurt include FR Boyt and Cole from Columbia and Cleaves from Dunlap. Traffic disruption followed as trains and buses diverted. Officials urged caution as crowded routes faced reduced visibility.
New York Oct 25 Cornelius van Cott postmaster of New York City died suddenly this afternoon of heart failure after an attack of nervous indigestion in his office. He had faced heavy losses from a failed commercial agency and an ongoing inquiry into the Sew Lot post office, but his postmaster duties and political life with Senator Platt defined his career. He leaves a son Richard and a daughter, Jews or Waldo H Richardson of this city. his wife died ten years ago.
Willam J Bevan reports in a letter from Democratic headquarters that in Indiana crowds show strong Democratic sentiment. He estimates addressing about 200000 listeners across 55 speeches, noting Silver Democrats align with relief efforts and predicting unity for election day.
A porter, Huston Hooker, shot and killed a Little Rock passenger conductor on the Pine Bluff accommodation train near Farrell station fifteen miles east of Little Rock. Hooker, alleged to have an grievance against Dr Atwood, fled with others but officers pursued the group. Hooker was held for safekeeping, and authorities aim to secure the suspect by locating him.
Attorney General contrasts records of two administrations over Department of Justice actions. Moody criticizes tax reform stance while Dayton flags tariffs and trusts. West Virginia figures, Halliehurst dinner visit with Senator Biking and Moody among guests.
News notes James Speyer of Speyer & Co New York was aboard a derailed tram on the National Mexican Railroad between Sanchez and La Jarita about twenty miles south of Laredo Texas. Speyer was uninjured. JF Davis of New York was painfully cut.
Araw airship Arrow 82 by Thomas Baldwin and Roy Knabenshue made a ten mile test from World’s Fair grounds. The motor failed midflight yet Knabenshue steered through gusts along the river and over the city, landing after an hour. The crew secured the craft and declared the demonstration a success despite damage to the motor.
The airship, constructed under Cant Ba Juin’s supervision in California, differs from ships made in the east in many aspects. It resembles a cigar and is 64 feet long with a 17 foot diameter, requiring 80 million cubic feet of gas to inflate. Its frame measures about 60 feet, with a double cross and a gasoline engine turning at 200 rpm, designed to pull and push the ship. Today’s flight was not a trial for the World’s Fair prize. Cap Baldwin advertises auctions of antique furniture and oriental rugs at Sloan & Gest with catalog descriptions and auction times.
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