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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1900
Page
1
The speech frames the 1900 contest as democracy versus plutocracy, condemns Republican financial mastery over people, warns against conquest’s lasting hatred, asserts all races deserve equality, and charges the GOP with illegal power, invoking the legacy of George III.
William J. Bryan and Adlank Stevenson were formally notified of their Democratic presidential and vice presidential nominations in Military Park Indianapolis in a mass event that drew thousands from Indiana and beyond. The ceremony featured a parade, speeches by Richardson and Governor Thomas, and a defining address by Bryan outlining opposition to imperialism and defense of liberty and self government.
A brief outline urging Congress to declare its aims in the Philippines. It calls for establishing a stable government, securing Filipino independence, and establishing an American protectorate to guard against outside interference.
Officials in Washington express gravest concern for imprisoned ministers in Pekin as Li Hung Chang questions allied entry to Tientsin. Reinforcements head to China while debates continue on relief of the ministers and enforcement of demands. Acting Secretary Atlee received Shanghai dispatches via Consul Goodnow, not released to the public.
Washington reports the Chinese situation is grave after Minister Conger’s messages and the Qing government faces pressure to release ministers. Secretary Root and Acting Secretary Adee draft a firm note to Pekin, outlining three conditions for negotiations and urging direct, life‑saving communication with powers and the relief expedition.
The article reports on U S pressure for distinct adherence to each conditions, noting China has not removed all dangers to legation staff or cooperated with the relief expedition. Minister Wu presents an imperial edict easing communications while officials assess the ongoing engagements at Peitsang and Tientsin.
General Miles said China has been prepared for conflict for seven years and that it is a serious situation. He admitted it was his wish to be sent to the Philippines for a general view but did not understand why his advice was rejected.
Washington reports Minister Wu received an Aug 5 edict permitting powers to open and free ministerial communication including cipher messages. A copy of Aug 2 imperial edict was also received, directing safe conduct for foreigners to Tien tsin and entrusting Kung Lu to select capable officials for the task.
The state department sent a message to Minister Conger in Pekin noting the approaching relief column and urging him to be of good cheer. A duplicate went to Consul General Goodnow in Shanghai who was told to spare no pains or expense to deliver the message.
The Tribune reports bids opened at army headquarters showing Chicago & Northwestern as the lowest bidder at $7 per capita from Fort Sheridan to Ogden. From Ogden to the coast troops will be carried by the Southern Pacific. This is the lowest bid ever for troop transport.
Admiral Remey reports from Chaffee in Taku that Japanese forces seized Peitsang on the morning of August 6. The engagement ended before American arrival. Movements likely continued toward Yangtsun as the form secretary of war notes the situation.
Washington reports a cablegram from General Chaffee stating Chefoo dispatched word that Peitsang was handsomely taken early this morning by Japanese forces. The message notes the operation as a notable success in the current theater.
A nominee addresses the Notification Committee vowing to accept the nomination at an early date. He previews plans to discuss platform questions and observes on the general character of the contest before formal proceedings begin.
A dispatch notes morning American troops held in rear positions while English and American forces operated with limited ground. Plans call for crossing Petho to the left bank at dawn and advancing on Yangtsun as consuls relay the July 20 Tsung Yi Yamen cable.
Victoria B C Aug 8 The wife of Dr A Macdonald Westwater of Liaoy Ang Manchuria committed suicide at Arima due to mental depression from exciting experiences at Newchwang before leaving China.
In the Sunday engagement preceding the allies occupation of Peitsang the Russians lose 500 killed and the British 50. German and Japanese forces also incur heavy losses as the Pekin road is thought to be open.
The British consul at Tientein reports dated August 6 that Chinese forces have been expelled from Peitsang and are in full retreat, signaling a major setback and ongoing withdrawal.
The funeral train bearing King Humbert's remains leaves Monza at 2:28 p m with the Duke of Aosta the Count of Turin and the Duke of Oporto. It reaches Milan at 4:06 p m amid vast crowds. The queen and Princess Maria Pia arrive, and the cortege proceeds to the Quirinal escorted by cuirassiers as Italians show deep sorrow.
Helena August 8 special dispatch reports the attorney general answers a Butte inquiry that training classes in public schools for supplying teachers are not legal. The ruling clarifies school program limits and instruction authority.
Excerpted remarks argue against force alone as a basis for rights and condemn war of conquest. The speaker links imperialism to labor suffering, warns against colonial policy, and critiques the use of carpetbagger armies and militaristic taxes.
London reports discuss possible landing of foreign troops in Shanghai amid Chinese unrest. Notes approvals and disagreements among diplomats and consuls, with American, British and French positions cited. A Shanghai dispatch argues troop landing would be a mistake while others caution against heightened tension.
Reports from Yokohama summarize imperial replies over China Japan and the West. The piece contrasts Japan's unified Western approach with Russian brutality at Tientsin. Refugees accumulate as debates on the Taku attack and Admiral Kempff’s stance surface amid a volcanic eruption near Bandaisan.
The German foreign office confirms to AP that Count von Waldersee remains in command of German forces in China. The question of leading all international forces has not yet been settled.
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