Pittston Gazette

              WEATHER INDICATIONS. THE HOME PAPER. Por the People of, Pltteton and .Vicinity. Forecast Until 8 p. m. Tomorrow, for Eastern Pennsylvania. Fair tonight and Sunday; fresh northwest to west winds. ALL THE HOME NEWS. 5T0N, PA., 5A URDAY, MAY 21, 1904. 54th YEAR. ) WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1850. 1 DAILY EST, by TI1EO. HAItT 1882.  PIT TWO CENTS A COPY. I Q TD A rjT?C} FORTY CENTS A MONTH, f ° -TiiljrjO. RUSSIANS LOSE ANOTHER CRUISER a detachment of the Japanese advance guard on May 18 north of Fengwangeheng In a mountainous district. The fight began In the morning and lasted until 2:30 o'clock in the afternoon. TRAMPS HAD RARE GEMS Talks DISASTER IN SOUTH CHEYENNE | NOW 2 is the time to put your phy- X 2 sical condition up to the j J proper defensive standard 2 $ against tliat TIRED FEEL- z » ING by taking a wine glass- J Z ful morning, noon and night 4 | of WfUCLASP- : ' w vJI HII When you mM\ ™ ■ buy a Hose Supporter why not Ipflla make sure that you J get the very newest and best thing of the f The G. M. C. With Advertisers "The Japanese were successively dislodged our positions extending "w BJO* •°4 1 D■D* .„,t of the Japanese was »t Datiantsy, thirteen miles I north of Ffengwangcheng. Town Was Visited by a Great Went Ashore Nea1' . Ji" of Vladivastock. Raid in Albany, N.Y., Reveals Priceless Heirlooms. The Only Way. There Is only one way to advertise, and that Is to hammer your name, your locution, your business, so constantly, so persistently, so thoroughly Into the people's heads that If they walked in their sleep they would constantly turn their faces toward your store. The newspaper is your best friend in spite of your criticism. It helps to build up the community that supports you. When the day comes that the newspapers are dead the people are near the edge of the grave, with no one to write their epitaph.—Fort Wayne (Ind.) Gnzette.Waterspout. "Our casualties were six Cossacks wounded, two horses killed and eight horses wounded. FROM DE PEY8TER MANSION 25 PEOPLE ARE MISSING "There is no trace of the enemy In the valley of Xsanhoka as far as the road leading to the Tchangoullne pass, eighteen miles north of Fengwaugcbeng, or in the valley of the A1 river from Salmatsa to Kunndiansan, on the road to Donnsianllntsa. Stegmaier's Malt WAS THEN BLOWN UP. Prisoners Believed to Have Participated In Recent Vandalism at Livingston Tomb — Vast Quantity of Jewelry Found In Hoboes' House and Yard. Five Dead Bodies Were Recovered— Many Houses Were Swept Away "Japanese Infantry 2,(X)0 strong advanced May 15 toward Salitszaipudza, which was evacuated." ' by a Wall of Water Fifteen Feet Albany, N. Y„ May 21.—Jewelry to the value of several thousand dollars has been found by the police in the possession of a band of "hoboes" In an old house In this city. The articles include Jewels, brooches, necklaces, rings, studs, cameos and ornaments of almost every description, the ifiake of some dating back a hundred years. High Cheyenne, Wyo., May 21.—This section was visited by a waterspout last night. A wail of water 15 feet high came down Crow Valley and inundated South Cheyenne. Many houses were swept away and it is believed that many persons lost their lives. Five dead bodies have been recovered. Twenty-flve persons are known to be missing from the flooded district. Extract Japs Reported to be Approaching Mukden—Rus- Iiigh Admiral Grand Duke Alexis has received the following dispatch from Viceroy Alexeieff: Hardly anyone is so con- J j stituted that some of the i , time he or she does not need ]} a bracing, palatable tonic, * and thfire is nothing better Sj than Stegmaiors' Malt Ex- * tract. Try a few bottles and I watch the result. Price $1.50 j per dozen. * Stegmaier Brewing Co ♦ A "The following report by mall from Hear Admiral Wlttsocft, in command of the naval forces at Port Arthur, was received on the night of May 10-20: Hoss Supporter Presbyterian Unity In 8ight. sians Report Japanese Buffalo, May 21.—The one hundred nnd sixteenth general assembly of the Presbyterian church in tlie United States of America, now meeting in Buffalo, will probably be a history making body. The second day of the assembly was replete with indications of a church union that will greatly strengthen that denomination. It seems quite likely that the northern church will unite with the Cumberland church, while the rresbyterian clnlreh in the United States, another southern body, may also come withlv the fold within a year or two. Has a clasp that alone is worth the whole purchase price. Holds the stocking firmly; can't let go—till you raise the C. M. C. lever. Reverse in Rear of Port " 'Three of the enemy's battleships and three cruisers appeared to the oast on the morning of May 15. Their movements wore watched from Liaotishan and Golden hill. After crossing the meridian of Port Arthur this squadron turned eastward and appeared to be getting into battle formation when an explosian was observed under the third battleship, which was of the Fuji type. The ironclad stopped, heeled over to starboard and began to sink by the bow, sending up a Quantity of steam. Most of the Jewelry was stolen on Monday night from the mansion of General Frederic de Peyster at Tivoli, on the banks of the Hudson. There is a belief that some of the booty was taken from the tomb of "Lady Mary" Livingston, near the old Livingston manor in Columbia county, which was broken open and desecrated about three weeks ago. The indications are, however, that none of the articles seized was ever in any tomb because of their condition, and this is strengthened by a statement mad#.by the chief of police of Tivoli, in tfliich he said that old residents of the locality declared that no Jewelry was burled with "Lady Mary." Arthur—Russian Land Re- verse Near Taku Shan. DESTRUCTIVE FIRE. Best of all, can't injure the stocking, no matter how fine its fabric. The most novel and successful fastening devive over planned for woman's Box and Paper Co.'a Mill, Valued at London, May 21.—The St. James Gazette reports that the Russian cruiser Bogatyn has been lost at Vladivostok. The cruiser, says the paper, grounded and later, when it was seen that she was in a bad position, she was blown up, to prevent her from falling into the hands of the Japanese. $100,000 Destroyed. Morristown, N. J., May 21.—Stony Brook mill, No. 19, the biggest mill of the United States Box Board & Paper Co., at Whippany, was destroyed by flro today. IxDss, $100,000. There were 250 men at work in the mill and some of them were obliged to escape by jumping from windows. ;» NEW'PHONE r,462 comfort. PITTSTON, PENN'A. PEOPLE'S STORE, J D !**•C*##*« 15 South Main St.. Always The Cheapest. PITTBTON Tokio, May 21.—News from a Japanese source confirm the report that the Russian cruiser Bogatyr has gone ashore at Vladivostok. " 'Two cruisers immediately approached, and it was observed from Golden hill that they, lowered boats, after which the battleship gradually righted herself and appeared to recover from her injury. Former Bank President Convicted. ♦»«««C»#«+« New York. May 21.—Aftermless than an hour's deliberation the Jury in the case of David ItothCchild, late president of the Federal bank of New York, brought in a verdict of guilty of grand larceny in the first degree. The maximum penalty is ten years in state prison. UothBchlld was convicted of misappropriating the proceeds of a $10,000 note deposited in the Federt\l bank by Herman D. Nessler. Illinois State Candidate Dead. Bread is The of Life Staff St. Petersburg, May 21.—It is reported here that a detachment of Japs is approaching Mukden. There is suspicion, however, that the men who robbed the Do Peyster mansion are the ones who broke into the Livingston tomb in search of burled treasures. Springfield, 111., May 21.—R. B. Fort, who has been before the Republican state convention during the past week as a candidate for the nomination for lioutenant governor, died this morning. ip^ " 'At that minute another three funneled battleship of the Shiklshima type approached the scene of the accident, und a mine exploded under her midship section, causing a similar explosion to that which occurred in the case of the battleship Petropavlovsk. In the course of one minute she sank. St. Petersburg, May 21.—A telegram from Liao-Yang states that General Kuropatkin has strongly reinforced Liao-Yang and intends to await the Japanese and engage them in battle there. z w The IDe Peyster and Livingston families ure closely related, and several of the articles found in the possession of the tramps bear the nuinos and cout of arms of the Livingston family. The better the flour, the better the bread; the better the bread, tn stronger the staff. The brands we carry make the whitest, lightest bread. The members of an African tribe keep their individual records of acts of prowess in wur and other matters of personal interest by means of tattoo marks. Preferably the diary Is kept on the body of a wife. A Living Diary. jK % »T  7 i? j St. Petersburg, May 21.—A report has reached here of a Japanese repulse at the rear of Port Arthur. General Stoessel sallid forth to protect a train that was bringing ammunition and a skirmish with the Japs occurred in which the latter were repulsed with " 'The third Ironclad put out to sea, tn& cruisers remaining on tne scene oi the disaster. Jewel* In Odd Places. The men arrested were Charles King. Charles Adams, William flMmson, Frank Morgan und James Murphy, designated by the police as a "growler gang." When King was searched a collection of rare trinkets was found lu his possession. Policemen were sent to the house, and a vast quantity of jewelry was discovered. In a stove behind a wardrobe and in other places Jewels, rare trinkets and heirlooms were found. In most cases they were tied up in old handkerchiefs. Several Jewels lay strewn about the yard, including u raro mosaic necklace. Baltimore, May 21.—Marvin Hart of Louisville nnd Uus Puhlin of Akron, O., fought twelve hot rounds to a draw before the Eureka Athletic and Social club. Hart forced the fighting throughout the contest. Both men were strong at the finish. Hart-Ruhlin Fight a Draw. I " '1 sent sixteen torpedo boats to harass the enemy and should u favorable opportunity present itself to attack the ships separately. Evans' Success, per bbl ••95-75 Butterfly Flour, per bbl 5.75 Surprise Flour, per bbl. 5.75 Seal Flour, per bbl. 5.75 Doci and the Senna of Smell. " 'The cruiser Novik wenjt out to the passage in order if necessary to support the torpedo boats, but the cruisers got up steam at this juncture and drew in toward the shore. Experiments made by Blffl and Sehiff showed fliat dogs in which the sense of smell has been destroyed by cutting tlie olfactory nerve are as helpless aa blind human beings. GIVE YOUR FAMILY London, May 21.—A Tokio dispatch this afternoon reports that a force of Japs that landed at Talcu-Shan, Manchuria, on May 19th, defeated a force of Russian cavalry yesterday. Tho Japs suffered no losses, but the losses of the Russian were heavy. heavy loss. Bad Wreck In Colorado. good, pure Groceries; the tasteful, health producing kind, such as we sell. Remember, too, that "variety is the spice of life," and it will pay you to deal at a store that carries a large and varied stock. Right there we fill the bill again. Our goods are reliable and our prices right. Feed ... 1.30 Sallda, Colo., May 21.—The narrow gauge Denver und K)o Grande southbound passenger traVvDug been wrecked on Cumbnra hill. The engineer was killed and forty-one Injured. Oats .57 Butter, fancy creamery .......... .25 "The Japanese cruisers opened fire with all their heavy guns on our torpedo boats, but the latter returned to port without loss. Difference In Mothers. Tho German mother says that should alio by accident lose the heel of her shoo one of her children will die before the year is out, while should a French lady meet with such an accident to her high heeled slippers disappointment in love is sure to follow. Cheese, per lb »..« D14 Skinned Ham, per lb « .12 Buckwheat Flour, 25 lb aack. .75 Cold 8naps, 3 lb package .12 "The damaged ironclad then disappeared below the horizon with' her attendant cruisers, escaping from the pursuit of our flotifla.' " King said that he had found the jewelry in hia possession near a railroad line in Pennsylvania over which he was stealing rides to reach New York state. The men were all committed to jail. Costly Fire In Montreal. Shanhalkwan, May 21.—On Thuiaday night, after two days of continuous lighting, the Japanese army division on (he I.plotting peninsula had advanced within sixteen miles of the environs of Port Arthur, losing probably 200 men in the skirmishing, which on Thursday night put the right wing of the besieging army in tin? town of Chojang, the conter at Jinchou and the left at Kojadien. Montreal, May 21.-—Fire lias done damage estimated at $250,000 to the carriage factory of K. Ledoux & Co., on Osbow street. The lire started near a forge on the ground floor and, fed by inflammable materials, spread quickly to all the floors of the seven story building in which the factory was located. Hundreds of vehicles undergoing repairs were destroyed as well as a large stock Cjf new vehicles and thousands of dollars' worth of stock In course of construction. Aunt Jemima, 3 packages for...« BRENNAN & ROBERTS, Nabob, per package,  ACCOUNTS DISAGREE. ■vF under GERMAN LAWS, Vfl U the Best there U lor  f RHEUMATISM. | I Gout, Neuralgia, Sprains, etc.l OR. RICHTER'S World-Renowned I "ANCHOR" I I PAIN EXPELLER. I ■ None genuine without Trade Mark "Anchor. B What one physician out of many unities* B NewYork.July 26** I897\ I I r J ,n acute Rheumatism- I I and Neuralgicaffections I I Or. Richtera'ANCHOR" PAIN I I Jn&k EXPELLER la very useful. I | I gyOJ^—— to« mmnr 3T, [■ 125c. and 50c. at all druKKlat* or througn I ■ l\ Ad. BlchterftCo.,Sit Pearl8t, New lorkfl Bl 36 HIGHEST national AWARDS. Recommended by prominent Phy~ ticians. Wholesale and Retail M milter Maple Sugar, 2 lb for  The De Peyster mansion at Tivoll was robbed last Monday night. Chief of Police Maloy of that village arrived in this city last night and identified the jewelry in a general way as that of the De Peyster family. The mansion has been closed for several months. General Frederic de Peyster, who is eighty years old, is living in New York city. Ills son died recently. The only other member of the family, a granddaughter of the general, Is in Europe. 42 North Main St. Next to Eaglo Hotel. Maple Syrup, 1 qt can .......« Russian and Japanese Official Report* Maple Syrup, /2 gallon can  London, May 21.—Nothing in the dispatches received in London regarding affairs in the far east reconciles the discrepancies between the Japanese and Russian official accounts of Japan's naval disaster. One Tokyo report says tlie battleship Ilatsuse was destroyed by two mines chained tother. Vice Admiral Togo's suggestion that it was the work of m submarine boat is considered extremely probable. It is recognized on all sides that the fact that the Port Arthur channel lias been reopened and the proved dangers of the navigation of these waters must uut a great check upon Japanese land- Jig operations. of Naval Disaster. Maple Syrup, 1 gallon can C Fancy Table 8yrup, 2/z lb can. « Honey, per cake  Honey, per glass * .85 .10 .16 .10 (7\rury's PRICES. The most accurate reports put the Russian loss In two days at 400, including between forty and fifty prisoners taken on Wednesday evening in a sharp engagement south of Cbilinpo, west of the railroad. The Kussian troops engaged were the Fourth and Sixteenth regiments of sharpshooters and four batteries of the eastern Siberian artillery. All these were not in action at any time, their front extending over the peninsula from cast to west about sixteen miles, and the assaulting force was at all times superior.Big Poolromm Raid In New York. Evans Bros. New York, May 21.—I'oolrooms, distrlbuting agencies and handbook resorts throughout the city were raided simultaneously by the police during the afternoon. In ail nearly a score of places were entered, and 09 men were arrested. A few escaped when the rooms were entered, but for the most part the raids were conducted with such swiftness that the poolroom men were caught at work. In some instances doors were battered down with axes. Gold Coin Flour .. Butterfly Flour.... $5.75 5.75 This is the third time that the mansion has been robbed. At the second robbery, which also took place when the family was away, jewelry to the value of .$27,000 was taken. Cream Sponge Flour Sunlight Flour  46 South Main St., Pittston. 5.75 5.75 Family Flour ......... Hay (long) No. 2.... Hay (long) No. 1  Cut Hay.  20 lb. Granulated Sugar 21 lbs. A Sugar  22 lbs. Br. Sugar  Fresli Butter  Pure Lard . Plaiu Hams  Skinned Hams  For WEDDINGS CI ma, or* f For FUNERALS ■ * Canada to Install Wireless Stations. Montreal, May 21.—It is announced that the Canadian government lias signed a contract with the Canadian Marconi company to install seven stations oil the gulf of St. and the eastern Atlantic coast during the coming summer. The lirst four stations to be constructed will be located at Fame point, lloatli point, Point Amour and Belle isle. It Is expected that they will be in working order by the end of August Of the remaining three stations one will be erected at Cape Race, one on Sable island and the third probably on the straits of Canso. All are to bo In working order on July 30, noxt year. Just what you wajit in floral decorations on short notioe. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) J-B.CARPENTER. uitii it. ixeter bom Regarding land operations, there is no confirmation of the rumors that a big battle has been fought in the neighborhood of Fengwangclieng. The view held here is that after testing the strength of the ltusslun position at the Maotien pas« General Kuroki made an orderly retirement and that his flanking movement in the direction of Mukden continues. During the engagement on Thursday, In which the Russians' left wing was driven south of Jinchou, tlie fleet of Rear Admiral Togo (not Vice Admiral T«go) with three cruisers directed a heavy lire on the retreating Russians, which was especially severe on the men who were handling tlie quick firing guns. Rear Admiral Nashiha's ships o ntlie preceding day had destroyed the mines in Kinehow bay preparatory to assisting the land attack and on Thursday moved into the extreme easterly end of tlie bay so as to get within the tiring zone and damage the enemy on land as it retreated. Buffalo, May 21. — The left leg of Major Theodore A. Bingham of the United States engineers has been amputated at the general hospital just abdve the knee. The major stood the operation very well. Major Bingham was injured several weeks ago by the falling of a derrick aloug the harbor. The blow crushed the bones of his left leg near the knee joint. Major Bingham's Leg Cut Off. Campbell, Rozelle & BARGAINS 3 cans Tomatoes. .2 5 Japanese Plans Puzzle Russians. Liaoyang, May 21. -r The Japanese plan of campaign is puzzling the Russian authorities. The Japanese appear and then vanish. It is impossible to gauge the strength of the troops they have landed, as they are scattered and are occupying elevated positions in the mountains. General on Thursday, inspected the iiewly arrived troops, all of whom are in excellent condition, especially the Siberian regiments. Typhus is very prevalent In Korea and Is lncroiKing daily. Typhoons are causing immense damage along the coast. The Chinese are responsible for all acts of atrocity committed. They boast that after the Japanese victory on the Yalu they sent a basket of Russian ears to Peking. Webster 3 cans Early June Peas .25 York State Corn 3 lbs. Cream Crackers, We have them in an Up-to-Data line. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Patent Flour ..$5.75 Full line Garden and Field Seeds. 3 lbs. Snaps .25 Long Hay  Newest Goods. Noto these Values. Russians Resist Stubbornly. Honolulu, May 21. —Former Land Commissioner S. S. Boyd and Chief Clerk N. S. Mahulu have been arrested on charges of embezzlement. Commissioner J. W. Pratt of the department of public lands says that discoveries made by an examination of the records indicate that the alleged peculations of the accused extend back for four or five years. The department shortage is alleged by Commissioner Pratt to be over $10,000. Hawaiian Officials Arrested. New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers, Miners' Bank building. Cut Hay. 20 lbs. Sugar .85 1.00 The most serious action was on Wednesday, near the railroad between Chojang and Kojadien, the Russians holding throe small hills and a detile stubbornly for three hours against two regiments of Infantry, three squadrons of cavalry and a negiment of field artillery.William Drury, 3 cans Tomatoes .25 New York, May 21, 1904. High. Low. Close. Am. Sugar .. ..126 125% 12G Am Car & P .... 17 17 17 Am Loco 19& 18% 19% Amal Copper 50 49% 49% Atchison com .... 69 68% 69 B. R. T 46% 45% 46% B. & 0 78% 78 78% Ches & Ohio .... 30 30 30 Chicago & Alton.. 37% 37% 37% 3 cans Pumpkin  3 large cans Baked Beans 3 cans Peas  4 doz. Sweet Picklos  .25 .25 .25 .25 THE LEADING GROCER 1 lot Corset Covers, lace trimmed around neck and sleeves, worth aoo.; these for l5o l lot Children's 15c. Muslin Drawers;special price loo Large Dill Pickles, per do/... .10 T. A. DURKIN. l lot Ladles' Cambria Night Dresses, a regular 75e. garment; here for 600 Infantry divisions and heavy artillery are steadily moving on Tort Arthur from the east, and the Japanese by Monday will be witbin long gun range of the fortress. It will be necessary for them first, however, to take a well fortified line of hills directly south of Jinchou, and desperate lighting is expected there. The reports are verified that Ivaiping, twenty-five miles southeast of Newchwang, on the main railroad,, lias been evacuated by the Itussians and is now held by a mixed company of marines and infantry, lunded last Tuesday by It ear Admiral Togo. The Hussian losses in a thirty minute engagement west of Ivupardien were fifty dead, the rapid fire guns catching them on a slope of hills. Clover Seed  Timothy Seed.. 7.50 1.75 1 lot Light Shirting Calico; special prlo* to Millett Seed 1.50 1 lot Children's Dresses, embroidery trimmed. worth aso.: these go at ...aso Hungarian Grass Seed 1.50 The finest line of brick, sweitzer and Limburger in town at lowest prices. A Complete Line of Groceries. Newchwang, May 21.—The reports of the Japanese retreat to Fengwangcheng are officially confirmed. The Japanese, numbering 20,000 men, came upon 32,000 Uusslans in a strong position on Monday, sixty miles west of Fengwangcheng. It being unwise to risk a battle the Japanese retreated In good order and with great rapidity. An unofficial Itussian authority says a pitched battle was not fought, but rumdr says there was considerable loss on both sides during the clashes, with the Cossacks harassing the flanks of the Japanese. Japs Driven Back. Washington, N. J., May Entering the village school here, a large St. Bernard dog bit n dozen children before .they could escape from the room. Charles Fuffcr, seven years old, was the only one seriously Injured. The dog caught him after all the other children had got away, threw him to the floor and chewed his legs and feet, breaking the bones of both feet. The dog was shot. Dog Bit School Children. Ladies'Shirt Waists: a large lUMortment from 25o Erie . ...... 24% " 23% Agency for Chase & Sanborn's Teas and Coffees. L. & N. 108 Manhattan .. ..143% Met St Ry ..,..110% M. K. & T 35% Mo Pacific 90% N. Y. Central .. ..114% 142% 110% 35% 91 114% 108 143% 110% 35% 90% 114% Children's Striped and Dotted Percale Sun Bonnets, the auo. kind; here for loo RED STAR TRADING 3TAMP8. Children's Lawn Caps, usually sold for loo.: this lot yours for 5o For a limited time, fine California Port and'Sherry Wine for 20e per bottle, worth 50c. Floor Oil Cloth, all widths; a yard 240 MAGNIFICENT MAY MILLINERY. Matting, close and heavy, a'ttrootlve patterns, worth inc.: our prioe lao St. Paul 140% Ont & West 21% Pennsylvania .. ..114% 139% 140% 21% 113% 21% 114% l lot Leghorn Hats, untrimmod, worth 18c.: your choice 8o Peo Gas . 95% 95% 95% FINE WINES AND LIQUORS Town Councilman Murdered. Reading 44 • • • • » * 41% Hats at $4.98. *3.98, $2.98. Wo have brought a fresh lot from the work rooms—the prettiest of the season. The lot comprises lino hats of lace, chlfTon. silk and hair braid, in the very latest shapes. FOR FAMILY USE. We ara agents for Cosmopolitan Model Paper Patterns, seams allowed tor; all loo Somerset, Pa., May 21.—An armed guard surrounds the Italian quarters at the Garret Coal company's plant, the result of the murder of Samuel Snow, a member of the town council and one of the most prominent men in town. The shooting was the aftermath of the strike which has been on for several weeks. Sheriff Coleman Is on his way to the scene of the trou i Rock Island .... 21% So Pacific 46% So Rwy com .... 20% T. C. & 1 33% Texas Pacific .... 21 Union Pacific .... 83% U. S. Rubber .... 16% U. S. Steel .... 9% U. S. Steel pref .. 64% Wabash .. .... ?0 JAPANESE DRIVEN BACK. Bartel's, Pabst and Bchllti Bottled Beer, Ale and Porter. Russian Cruiser Destroyed. Cossacks Pursue Retreating Foe For Tokyo, May 21.—A trustworthy report hus been received at imperial headquarters that the Hussian cruiser Bogatyr ran ashore outside Vladivostok in a heavy fog and was destroyed. This Is the first ship of the Vladivostok fquafrea ta be destroyed. Roady-to-Wear Hats. Misses' and Children's Hats. Exclusive hIiuir'*, various styles, trimmliiKs, from 98c upward. All Delivered at Tour Residence. — MAGNET St. Petersburg, May 21'.—'The following dispatch from General Kuropatkin to the emperor, dated at Liaoyang, has been received here: Miles. IU. Waldman, T. A, DURKIN. 45 S. Main St Both 'phonee. 19 South Main Si 87 S. Main St., Pittston. "A detachment of Cossacks engaged