Pekin Falls as Allies Enter Chinese Capital
Allied forces captured Pekin amid stubborn resistance and reported that the foreign legations are safe. Dispatches from Admiral Remey and Consul Fowler detail the seizure, the heavy Japanese assault, and the surrounding military movements as officials confirm ministers' safety.
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Washington
Pekin
Department
Shatner
Jemey
Hefo
Remey
E Orly
Fowler
Taku
Telsram
Tientsin
Cherou
Iba
Kington
Pek N. St
Tungchew
Peking
O Ne
Cap- HW
Tunchow
Tartar
Regation
Legations
Chaffee
Fowlatch
Conger
Rout
War Department
Desperate Battle With Chinese Brigands Traps Refugees
J. Leslie recalls a brutal 15 wound clash as refugees fleeing Haiphong under the Hongkong Maru escort fought off Chinese brigands. He describes revolvers firing, swords flashing, and a desperate defense to protect women and children before robbers turned on valuables and fled.
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An Francisco
Plc. Lestle
C. HW. Denman
Siam
Duretler
Japan
Malesim
Lure
F. Parch
Ti. G. Ipten
China
J. Leslie
McKinzie
Child
J. Goforth
J. Griffith
Mo J. McIntosh
J. J. Mc
Montreal
International Crisis News From China Drives War Talk
News from Pekin and Shanghai reports confirm continued upheaval as imperial officials assess possible armistice terms. The Morning Post notes Britain may avoid aggressive moves, while pressures to punish Chinese leaders grow. Chinese minister Li Cheng Teh says Japan offers good offices yet bars Prince Tuan’s escape.
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Yungk
Board of War
Heu Tung
Cuardian
Chao Su Siao
Railway and Mining Bureau
Ki Hung Chang
Russia
China
Manchuria
Earl Li
Manchu
Shanghai
Tunchhow
Peiho
Tungchow
Peskin
Taku
Wittekind
Frankfort
Nijai Novsorod
Takasago
Port Arthur
Yokohama
Todate
Seoul
Wef
Corea
Prone Yous
Tt Iz
Yuan Shi Kai
Pekin
Shensi
Tuan
Fek
Hsianfon
Don
Imperial Customs
Cotector of Customs Etcc
England
London
Morning Post
Orld
Ng Post
United
Germany
Daily Graphic
Sas
Nankin
France
Toko
Li Cheng Teh
Hen Chang
The
Times
Japan
Kwang Hau
Prince Tuan
Goodnow Commended by State Department Over Criticism
The State Department rejects claims from the Chinese Gazette at Shanghai accusing Consul General Goodnow of collusion with Chinese interests. It states he is praised highly and merely advised caution on Britain’s troop landing without equal options for others. The British-leaning paper allegedly reflects English sentiment in Shanghai against Goodnow’s actions.
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State Department
Washington
Shanghai
General Goodnow
Goodnow
Disposition of Native Christians in China
Washington officials discuss potential relocation of several thousand native Christians from China as part of a future China settlement. The United States vows to protect them, with possible resettlement to the Philippines or another suitable location. Indemnity may cover families of victims, missionary losses, and government or citizen property damages.
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Philippines
Washinton
China
United States
Stranding of the Oregon and Chinese cruiser Huichi
Mail advices from Yokohama recount the Oregon stranding on the Chinese coast and the Huichi offering aid. Captain Wilde's cautious diplomacy with a Russian cruiser allowed the American flag to fly and refugees to be protected. Nearby, E F G and H bands arrive at Fort Leavenworth and may sail to China. General Wheeler welcomes news of the allied advance on Pekin.
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San Francisco
Yokohama
Japan
Oregon
Huichi
San
Wilde
Sah
China
Leavenworth
Kan
First
United States Infantry
A. A. Harback
Fort Leavenworth
Cuba
Montana Press Association Meets in Livingston Ends
The 15th annual Montana Press Association meeting closes in Livingston after two days delayed by late trains. Officers for the new year are elected with George Alderson as president and Walter Aitken re-elected secretary. Kalispell chosen as next meeting site. banquet and speeches highlight fraternity among editors.
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Strdart
Livingston
Mont
Montana Press Association
West Site
City Hall
Maysy
John T. Smith
Association
Rar
Charles §. Fee
Hunter's Hot Springs
Springdale
McCormick
Perry
Montana
McAturray
George Alderson
Livingston Post
Miles Romney
The
Western News of
Hamilton
Charles Heilbronner
Butte
J. E. Sheridan
Big Timber Pioneer
Walter Aitken
Kalispell Bee
Boulder Age
Sam Gordon
Yallowstone Journal
John McMurray
Butie Miner
Joseph R. Widmyer
Glendive Independent
W. W. Walsworth
Standard
Messrs
Allentana Association
Kalispell
Albermaine Hotel
Gateway City
A. J. Fiske
Helena
W.W. Alderson
Frank Henry
Post
Harry Cunningham
F.E
Cermish
Montana Pris. Association
Sessien
Asanciatin
McMurray
Ith
Aitawa
Cy O
Helens
W. HH. Sutherlin
Wlw Alderson
Tont
Bia
Alontana
Ventur
Wall Street
Femanian
Daily Press
United States
Anaconda Standard
Great Falls Tribune
Helena Herald
Worthys
A. B. Keth
Inter Mountain
Préese
Prosperus
Ce G
Battle of Tientsin Fought Twelve Hours for Marines and Infantry
Washington dispatch recounts Major W. Wadler and Colonel Meade detailing the long clash at Tientsin on July 13 1900. Marines and Ninth Infantry fought under heavy fire to hold, with flank attempts repelled and supplies fetching aid. Dorward commends American troops for bravery and notes losses including Colonel E H Liscum and Captain Davis.
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Washington
Paamimannt
Culueb
Hobert
Meade
Wl. Wadler
United States Marine Corps
Tientsin
Tienten
Tientzin
Jenelish Senetays
Marines
Ninth Infantry
Lok
Wei
Posen
Hayeks
Dorward
China
United States
Tientsin City
E. H. Liscum
Davis
Smedley D. Butler
United States Marine
Butler
Henry Leonard
Enger
Naval
Lawton
Americans Aid Regiment Withdrawal In Tientsin Action
Major Waller reports the regiment carried out a delicate withdrawal under heavy fire. American troops behaved well as the force, including Russians and Americans, attempted to reinforce the Tientsin garrison. The retreat saw the abandonment of a Colt gun and four dead and nine wounded. The advance resumed with 1800 men entering the city next day.
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Coolidge
Washington
Waller
Jao 1
Tientsin
Avenee
Government Restes in Hershfield Case
The government closed its case against L. H. Hershfield in May as court adjourned until Monday. T. P. Bowman testified, identifying a letter copying book and a letter he wrote to Hershfield. The government offered the letter as evidence, despite defense objections, and Bowman’s letter described arranging notes with bank examiner Flynn.
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Helena
Aug
L. H. Hershfield
T. P. Bowman
Noile Prasse
Bowman
Hersafield
Flynn
Fam
Moore
Reeceiver Wilson
Hershfield
Permission Refused Stereotypers Won't Withdraw From I T U
Aug 17 Milwaukee report shows the International Typographical Union debating withdrawal by stereotypers and electrotypers. President-elect Lynch argued against withdrawal citing reduced international power. A later vote favored keeping the union intact, with 51 to 41 opposing withdrawal. debate tied to broader labor and political implications.
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Typographical Union
Milwaukee
International Typographical Union
Stereos Typers’ and Electrotypers’ Union
Lynch
Brandlow
Cleveland
Ohio
Canital
Debs
Executive Council
Washington
Gov- Ftoment
Nag
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Berlin
If Post
Vapae
Wheeler
Chicago
Joe Wheeler
Department of the Lakes
Neve Berg Aeking
Press Association
Hunter's
Tientsia
Navy Department
Trenton
N. J
Court of Chancery
Amican Distilleries Company of America
Jersey
Henry I. Dittman
Kahiman Hass
New York
Kentucky Distilleries & Warehouse Company
Distileries Company of America
Distilleries Company of America
Kentucky Company
American Spirits Manufacturing Company
Spirits Distributing Company
Standard Distilling & Distributing Company
Eainshaw Railroad
Victoria
McKensie & Mann's
Great Lakes
Pacific
Dawsin
British Columbia
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