31 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1900
Page
1
A fragmentary item notes alleged special inducements connected to a local case. Details are unclear in the OCR text, but the report mentions individuals and possible collusion in a political or crime context. No full names, dates, or places are readable for precise attribution.
The United States government approves Admiral Remey for refusing to sign an accord among foreign admirals at Taku on Li Hung Chang’s status. Amid sharp differences, the powers seek direct contact with Chinese officials as Li Hung Chang’s arrival is delayed. The dispute shows no valid authority in Peking to negotiate.
Aug. 25 dispatch from Chaffee to Corbin notes no replies since Aug 11. Odd allied forces and heavy weather delay communications. Report mentions en route deliveries around China and the need to accept an appointment amid troubling transport conditions.
News reports indicate Russia will announce the relief of the Peking legations as the military objective completed, though afternoon papers doubt this and foresee a lengthy campaign. Rumors of peace negotiations are viewed with skepticism as General Chaffee prepares for winter operations. Japanese forces move toward Pao Ting Fu while the Yangtze rail line remains uneven.
The article describes the chaotic fall of Tien Tsin during occupation, detailing corpses, headless bodies, and widespread looting. Foreign flags flew atop the walls as shells and bullets devastated streets, while civilians and soldiers faced gruesome sights and mass plunder over three days.
Rapid progress on the Stout Mountain branch of the Selville and Nashville railroad from Hanceville to Stout Mountain coal district. Mines opening, coal production rising as investors evaluate broader rail links and regional mineral resources in western Alabama.
Fragmentary notes report a race event in August with racing names and places. Readable items mention Relff and Tosvos in a York context with Beriatod’sJaty Hyron and Bee.
Wasminaton August 29 cabinet met to consider diplomatic aspects of the China crisis. No public statement issued. The meeting followed recent notes with Germany over Li Hung Chang credentials. State Dept. says preparations are under way for wintering troops in China to guard peace talks.
New York primaries returns show Tammany Hall in control of the Republican organization in most districts except the Twenty-first. John O Sheehan failed to recap leadership of the anti-Tammany foes led by Frank Goodwin with Croker support. On the Democratic side Hugh McLaughlin won in all districts, forecasting a solid delegation to the convention.
Aug 29 Sournamercy L 1 reports the first day of match play in the women's golf championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club under favorable conditions. Harriet Guns from Boehanging competes early, with Grenth hole described among the day’s early action.
Aug 28 Firing resumed against Botha's commandoes with heavy casualties reported as the Boer general's forces reportedly crushed The dispatch notes British reinforcement movements and the possible nearing end of South African campaign operations as Lord Roberts's reports indicate a decisive setback for the Boer leadership.
Reports from Lord Roberts describe slow movements due to terrain but note a satisfactory advance. Buller’s troops captured a strong position two miles northwest of Dalmanatha after a brief engagement. Casualties are low with one officer killed and two wounded. Boers suffered unknown numbers as Pole-Carew and Baden-Powell's forces move toward Nylstroom and Pretoria.
Aug 27 Avovasta GA A Black man named Louis Gibson was shot by Officer William M. Belding after a rear building chase and scuffle. Gibson was struck in the head above the ear and died. a coroner’s jury ruled the shooting justifiable.
The trial of Brose, the anarchist who killed King Humbert of Italy on July 29, concluded with a guilty verdict and life imprisonment. An enormous crowd gathered outside the court in Somme, with the public attention centered on the dramatic verdict and its implications for Italian politics.
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