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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1905
Page
6
A digest of national events covers Congress actions and progress in the Russo Japanese War briefing readers on Far East developments and recent foreign intelligence from across the union.
The Japanese stormed and captured the heights east of Houyangshukou after an all day battle, with Nogi reporting 1000 casualties. Reports claim Port Arthur negotiations and Russian casualties including Generals Kondratenko and Irman killed, Fock wounded, Stoessel injured, and Smirnoff wounded. Oyama to raise army to 600000. Berlin notes mediation talks linked to Irish inquiry.
A major blizzard followed a rainstorm across the central and southwest regions. Four deaths occurred in Chicago from a 72 mile gale and cold wave. A railway official died after being struck by a train in Chicago. Northwestern passengers suffered from cold and hunger after a deep snow drift stalled a train. The conductor trekked miles to summon help.
The press reports Roosevelt receives invitations from the south amid political shifts. Amid sensational pages, Barrow injures his mother in law and attempts harm on his wife in Thom asville. Dozens survive a Cape Hatteras oil steamer wreck while prison escapes and other incidents unfold nationwide.
A China order deploys warships to stop interned Russian vessels near Shanghai from escaping and rejoining combat against the Japanese. The report notes other international incidents, including bail efforts for Cassie L. Chadwick, a Chattanooga death, a major warehouse fire in Council Bluffs, and multiple legal and political developments across the United States.
Cashier O C Lillie and President C M Traver of the First National Bank of Conneaut were arrested by U S Marshal Chandler on charges of violating national banking laws. Lillie is accused of a false entry changing 233 605 to 223 605. Traver is named as an accomplice. Both posted 10 000 bail and waived preliminary hearings. The bank closed after a run sparked by rumors of Mrs Chadwick securing loans. officials deny Chadwick papers.
Admiral Togo and Vice Admiral Kamimura arrived at Shimpassi station in Tokyo with their staffs to a citywide ovation. Crowds filled the streets as New Year decorations and flags adorned the capital. Host dignitaries and schoolchildren greeted them while resolutions of commendation were presented by the Diet. The commanders will stay about a week to confer with the general staff on future plans.
Denver December 31 the supreme court ordered a broad investigation into alleged city and county election frauds dated before and after November 8. The inquiry covers ballots registration lists campaign expenditures and all election matters to cast light on any implicated individuals. Alva Adams a Democratic candidate for governor urged full ballot box scrutiny but the court extends beyond ballots to all related records.
A Toledo Chicago Daily News item recounts a tense exchange in a tobacconist shop. A young man fumed at a remark about his flower in the buttonhole and mustache, threatening the clerk before finally leaving. The clerk calms and jokes about a bald spot.
The Treasury Department reports 1904 receipts of 540 million and expenditures of 562 million including the Panama payment, yielding a 22 million deficit. Receipts declined by 8 million from 1903 while expenditures rose 50 million, with customs down 9 million and Civil and miscellaneous, War, Navy, pensions, and interest costs rising.
Two firefighters were killed and two injured during a blaze at the Union Traction repair shop at Washington boulevard and Fortieth avenue in Chicago. A spectator was hurt and the fire caused about 50 000 dollars in damage.
A Tehuantepec railroad tale notes oil burners replace wood burners on Mexican locomotives. Firemen formerly aided by wood passers learn their roles vanish as oil engines run, while a visitor questions the need for wood passers on oil fired engines.
A humorous exchange from the Baltimore American features a boy smeared with flaming red paint declaring he seeks work after reading an ad that says Wanted A bright colored boy. His frightened mother questions his appearance as the boy explains he wants to meet the advertiser.
A whimsical roundup describes why animals such as rabbits, ants, birds, and horses occasionally strike. Stronger rabbits and yellow ants forego work, some birds desert nests, and horses resist saddling. Observers note tantrums and social dynamics across species.
Dialogue from Ally Sloper cartoon reflects a child’s humorous explanation for dirt. Tommy questions why his hands are dirtier than his sister's and cites washing tea things as the reason.
Sharpe notes being named in a recently published Cassell's directory. Prim confirms the book title is The Directory and questions the reference.
An Indiana reader recounts lifelong coffee use causing dyspepsia and illness until switching to Postum. After proper preparation, she notes improved health and freedom from stomach trouble, praising the product and recommending the accompanying booklet The Road to Wellville.
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