World Cries for Revenge at Peking and Tien Tsin
Reports from Loxpon July 16 describe Europe pressing for revenge while diplomacy stalls. Anti foreign riots erupt in Peking and threaten other regions as allied forces retreat from Tien Tsun. An American and Japanese force inflicted heavy losses on Chinese defenders with significant casualties.
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Industrial League Session in Atlanta Opens Conference
The Industrial League annual meeting in Atlanta opens with President J R Convernor Candler delivering a welcome during the second annual reception at Kimbay House. Hon J J Willett of Alabama responds as committees are named. The convention proceeds to business as reports from prior committees are heard and a Major address is given. A grand invitation follows with a notable appearance. The currency issue is debated and altered to a silver dollar. Reports mention cases of cholera aboard a British steamer near Nashville on July 18.
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Prince Tuan mobilizes 950000 as foreignaid panic grips China
Che Foo reports Prince Tuan orders a massive mobilization with four Peking corps to strike at Moukden Tien Tsin Wei Hai Wei and Nanking while a northern corps aims to expel foreigners from Amur The Chinese fleet concentrates in the China sea as 2000 Japanese troops are in China Foreigners flee Shanghai and Nanking amid fires and missionary maltreatment as rebellion spreads in southern China
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Marching on Shanghai Chinese rising and looting urged
An early rising is planned by Prince Tuan amid reports of a large Chinese force moving from Hupei toward Shan. The edict calls for destruction of some religious sites while promising to keep markets supplied and duties collected, with disobedience punished.
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Yang Tze Uproar Shocks Shanghai Amid Native Rising
July 18. Yang Tse region in unrest as Shanghai faces a native uprising and northern provinces erupt. Allied forces defend the foreign quarter at Tien Tsin to prevent massacre and protect foreign interests. retreat could trigger terrorism along the seaboard. Chinese rebels swarm outside Tien Tan amid unclear reasons for hostilities.
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Yang Tse
Tien Tsin
Tien Tan
Ragadale Letters From Tien Consul’s Wife
Santa Rosa reports reception of letters from Mrs. J W Ragadale wife of the United States consul at Tien noting personal reflections and updates. The missives arrive amid ongoing diplomatic ties and local curiosity about foreign affairs.
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Troops for the Orient and extra session warned
News from July 16 reports massing five regiments in Cuba for rapid deployment to Asia, with transport Somuel delayed due to late infantry battalions. 8,000 to 10,000 additional troops may be summoned, possibly from Cuba, and Congress could reconvene. Marines mobilization planned for an additional battalion, to sail to Manila possibly August 1.
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Minister Wu Reacts to News of Tianjin Battle
News of the Tianjin fighting reached Chinese Minister Wu who expressed horror at the allies advance and casualties. He asked after American officers and families while the scene was tied to his long residence in Tianjin. Dismay spread through legations as details of the wall battle sparked urgent concern.
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Killed Over Bunch of Fish Dispute Ends in Gunfire
In Waterpone South Carolina W P Felder shot and killed L C Herndon after a fish dispute at a store. Felder had refused payment for spoiled fish bought from G B Ferrer. tensions escalated and Herndon confronted Felder prompting the fatal confrontation with a revolver.
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Run Down by a Freight at Pennsy Station
About 2,500 Parsons residents gathered at the Pennsylvan ia Station for the A O O excursion when a freight incident occurred. The crowd, awaiting transport by the safari train, saw a disruption as a downed car blocked the platform. No serious injuries reported, investigators began reviewing switch and signal operations.
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President McKinley Returns to Canton in China
The dispatches report President McKinley plans to return to Canton, maintains contact with Red forces, and expects no need for an extra session in Washington. The U S positions in China include mobilizing Marines for Tetn Torbe action and reinforcing international forces to ensure movement on Peking amid Boxers in Korea and tensions around Ping Yang.
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Officials more hopeful amid ties with imperial officials
The report notes closer relations between a local official and the imperial authorities, suggesting a favorable outlook for upcoming actions. Consul General Goodnow reports a warship sailing, while Castine remains at port with foreign ships nearby, signaling cautious precaution in the tense climate.
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Invasion fears as Chinese force alleged in Siberia
Victorian-era dispatches report alleged Chinese invasion of Siberia amid Russian warnings to quit Manchuria. London sources debate legitimacy of Chinese assurances of safety to foreigners while noting troop movements near Shanghai and ongoing clashes on the Pei Ho river.
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Tien Tsin
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Our Losses at Tien Tsin
War department bulletin details casualties from the Tien Tsin attack on July 13. Killed include Colonel E H Liscum and 17 enlisted men. Also listed are officers Captain E V Bockmiller Lieutenant L B Lawton Lieutenant FR Lang with various injuries and 72 more enlisted men wounded. Two enlisted men are listed as missing.
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Furnace blast resumes at Tennessee Coal town plant
A suffi igint force has been secured from outside points to operate another Bessemer furnace. No 3 has been cut in blast, making three stacks resume operation at that place after a strike by stock handlers forced temporary closure weeks earlier.
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Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company
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Stock House
Memphis Veterans Meet Opens Unexpired Captain Peaves Term
In Menlonia on July 18 Company A Confederate veterans held a meeting to consider the unexpired term of Captain W. W. Peaves. The adjutant’s office notes were read and plans discussed for future activities.
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Menlonia
Confederate Veterans
W. W. Peaves
Mestel
Stan Ruse
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Cabiaie
Corbett and McCoy Matched in New York Duel
In New York on July 18, the matchup between Corbett and McCoy heads to the ring with James J. Corrheanest noted as a key figure in the event.
Convention Brought to a Close
St. Pact, July 15. The program of the convention is on foot as organizers wrap up activities and finalize plans after a busy session.
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Burglar Blown To Atoms In Safe Explosion At Store
A daring attempted burglary at Depow's store in Naytor Ga ends with a massive dynamite blast. The safe and building are wrecked. money and goods scatter over miles. Casualties include a few wounded, while coins and bills are found far from the scene. A jumble of dispatches follows about foreign affairs and military movements.
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