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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1900
Page
2
Report from Pekin warns no relief has been allocated and revolutionaries control the city. Dismaying conditions imply a severe tragedy unfolded, with ongoing turmoil and alarming developments in the capital. Local authorities and observers call for aid and resolution amid escalating unrest.
London reports not advancing on Pekin as 13 000 allied troops arrive and diplomats warn of a desperate situation. Shanghai cables note southern China forming a confederacy with Nankin as capital while Russia fights Manchurian uprisings. Japan urged to supply immediate force to quell rebellion.
Washington reports confirm widespread agreement among powers to accept Japan's ready offer to furnish any needed troops for the Pekin relief effort. Secretary Root and others deny plans to dispatch additional U S forces beyond those already ordered, while Cuba troop withdrawals proceed with home needs debated.
Berlin reports indicate Emperor William will deploy a substantial force to China following Count von Buelow's briefing. The plan includes a sizable army and parts of the German fleet with five new battleships readied. Prince Henry may command the division, though approval is uncertain. The move faces constitutional hurdles and strong press support for tough action.
Reports from Pekin recount bloody events blamed on the Boxers with the dowager empress deemed innocent by Chinese Minister Lu Hai Houn. German papers demand punishment for Baron Von Ketteler’s murder and call for a strong expeditionary force to seize Pekin and restore order as international powers unite.
In the chamber of deputies Visconti Venosta states Italy will soon deploy six or seven warships with crews, disembarking parties if needed, while staying aligned with European powers to protect foreigners and peaceful interests in Pekin. He says Italy will not seek a foothold in China but will accept its role in the concert of powers.
Washington reported a cable from Admiral Kempff listing Corporal Lanigan and several privates among the wounded, with 34 others slightly hurt. Cadet Taussig and other sailors were named as wounded as ships’ crews of all nations re-embarked while soldiers and marines stayed ashore. Captain McCalla was previously reported wounded.
The Bulletin reports a letter dated Pekin June 3 from Captain J. T. Myers of the U S Marine Corps. He led 9 men four Americans into Pekin in advance of Seymour's column and they encamped inside the second wall. He describes the people as quiet but sullen.
July 2 report says German engineers on the Chang Tung river fled after a running fight with forces between Kia Ho and Wei He Iisin. The engineers, robbed by regular soldiers, reached safety as many Chinese were killed in the engagement.
A London dated message to the admiralty cites Admiral Bruce adding that allied troops have been arriving from Tien Tsin to Taku. The report repeats Admiral Kempff’s earlier account and notes the June dispatch.
The report states that arrangements remain unclear locally and that a further advance has not yet been considered possible, reflecting uncertainty about the expedition’s next steps.
A courier reports Baron Von Ketteler the German minister was shot four times and died at the tsung li yamen. His secretary escaped. Most legations are destroyed. relief impossible now. Captain McCalla estimates 59,000 troops needed to relieve ministers in Pekin.
The Times editorial favors inviting Japan to intervene in China or at least not hindering the extensive use of Japanese troops to quell the rebellion.
London July 2 The Daily Telegraph urges immediate intervention by Japan to secure a settlement to the Chinese rebellion.
A reservoir at Grand Rapids Michigan burst at 5 a m flooding a valley home to about 9 000 people. The flood damaged or wrecked around 100 houses, altered tracks on the Detroit Grand Haven Milwaukee line and caused estimated damages near 200 000 dollars. A boy delivering papers warned residents and many were rescued though one woman was buried in sand but survived.
The steamer Robert Dollar arrived in Seattle from Nome at 9 o'clock after five days at Dutch Harbor for coal shortage. Three passengers aboard. Purser Kennedy reports Linerock as a developing camp with several hundred miners on the beach. Squatters occupy government ground and may be removed by force when General Randall arrives. Town lots fetch 5 000 to 10 000 dollars, with strong real estate demand. Captain Enefson notes little news from the Creek district. frost remains and inland work is slow. Passenger Wilcox, a government employee, recently surveyed a Katmai inland trail discovered by Norman R. Smith.
Secret service reports the arrest of Fred Taylor an employee of the San Francisco mint yesterday He allegedly carried about eight ounces of gold clippings and gold bullion valued at $2 stolen by him Har ry Perry of San Francisco is also arrested for passing counterfeit silver dollars and is said to have confessed.
In Fez on July 2 a mob killed the manager of a French concern who was an American citizen. The British consul seeks protection for his house and the Jewish quarter is besieged. The legation has lodged serious representations over the incident.
Helsingfors July 2 The Finnish senate passes a memorial to the czar declaring its inability to promulgate the imperial rescript. It protests the introduction of the Russian language in Finland the limitation of public meetings and the granting of rights to Russians for trades prohibited to Finns.
Berlin July 2 Count von Zeppelin's airship carried five occupants after an agsment at Freidrichsen this evening and traveled safely to Immenstadt over a distance of several miles.
Kansas City July 2 The United States Monetary league meeting grew tense as General A J Warner of Ohio argued to restore silver position rather than fix the 16 to 1 ratio. He urged silver first and warned that anti imperialism and trusts would dominate the campaign.
Governor Roosevelt and his Rough Riders drew a massive welcome in Oklahoma City on July 2. The khaki clad riders led cheers for “Teddy” as 10,090 people gathered at the station. A flag draped carriage carried him to a hotel for a tendered reception before a private car return.
London reports Rev. Charles M. Sheldon of Kansas was questioned about a nomination for vice president of the United Christian party. He stated his name was proposed without authority and he has no intention of accepting the nomination.
The army transport Sedgewick arrived in Boston with over 400 Cuban women teachers bound for Harvard University summer school. Two additional transports are expected, bringing the total group.
Helena July 2 The Montana Supreme Court denied Edward Mahoney a new trial in Butte for assaulting a young girl. It ruled the trial was fair and the evidence sufficient. The term also covered reversals in ejectment and claim and delivery cases, and continuation on certiorari for a King v Clancy injunction matter.
Cleveland July 2 George B Cox of Cincinnati resigns as a member of the national Republican committee. Chairman M A Ianna received the letter. Hanna declines to discuss the matter. It is probable General Dick will be chosen to fill the vacancy.
In New York on July 2 a jury found Goslin Parker and Leavis guilty of conspiring to publish reports aimed at depressing BRT stock. Rogert was found not guilty.
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