09 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1900
Page
1
The note warns against bargain hunting for paint and stresses choosing the best quality that holds color in any climate, preserving buildings over seeking the cheapest option. The emphasis is on value and long term protection rather than low upfront cost.
The notice promotes a new spring color card featuring 45 beauti ful tint options for homeowners. It emphasizes durability and economy and invites readers to explore combinations for house exteriors and interiors.
Anxiety rises over possible war between Japan and Russia as diplomatic circles focus on Far East events. Financial markets react with panic and uncertainty. Powers move to suppress the Boxer unrest. dispatches note troop movements to Tien Tsin as British and Austrian forces arrive. Weather dampens farmer unrest and signals potential lull.
National and state party figures discuss the 1908 Democratic delegate counts as Bryan seeks a majority. Bishop Gaines denounces the National Negro Party while urging cautious progress for African Americans. Peabody and others rail against commitments until after Philadelphia and Kansas City conventions. Texas GOP splits and early convention prep fill the political agenda.
General Joe Wheeler will not be assigned to military service and will be placed on the retired list within ten days. The retirement follows an understanding between the president and Wheeler and is in line with his age and status as a brigadier general of regulars.
Naval commanders establish a zone of safety for foreigners around Taku after a diplomatic note from Peking ministers. Officials indicate an international blockade plan, with a cordon to protect foreign nationals amid rising tensions and armed concerns.
Chinese officials report 4000 Boxers surround 1500 troops between Lofa and Yong Tsung with heavy combat underway. Official tallies claim 600 Boxers killed while Chinese losses are not disclosed. Three dozen generals’ troops encountered a group of Boxers three miles from here on the Taku road, killing 21. No word from Pao Ting Fa for three days amid a critical situation.
A Manila Times copy recounts General Funston uncovering hidden rebel archives near Bongabon and Pontabang, including malolos government documents, 1,000 Hotchkiss shells, bombs, ammunition, and Aguinaldo’s letter book. Also found were letters to and from Wildman and Dewey and business firm correspondences.
General Ferguson states the decision of Chancellor Kelly will be appealed. The Browning interests in the East and West railroad litigation plan further action, with proceedings noted from Browning, Alabama, and Chicago reports.
London reports that about 3 500 British prisoners have been freed, including 129 officers, with roughly 1 000 kept as hostages by the Boers. Dispatches note US Consul Hollis pressing Kruger to seek peace as Gen. Warren moves north through the region toward Pretoria. General Randle conducts a strong attack against Boer positions near Masiwomi4, leveraging mounted rifle forces and infantry units.
In Wavyenoss Georgia, a slick con man has deceived leading townsmen by flattering promises and false sympathy. Authorities warn residents after several victims report loans taken from respected local figures amid a revival scene and appeals for aid. The suspect is described as a persuasive young man exploiting families.
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