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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1900
Page
1
London reports claim Russians slaughtering Chinese noncombatants near Tientsin as allied forces face bombardment. Germans seize Tianjin university property. protests rise in Shanghai and among foreign communities. News notes miscommunication, rumors of Ma’s defeat, and multinational tension amid chaotic relief efforts.
Shanghai says Chinese officials report the British and Russian legations in Pekin were attacked at dusk led by Prince Tuan with Tsai Yin Yin Lin and Tein Yu commanding reserves. The assault destroyed both legations by morning with foreigners dead and several escaping wounded. Prince Ching and General Wang Wen Sha were killed. Prince Tuan distributed 100,000 taels and rice to the Boxers.
The crisis in Tientsin and Pekin deepens with rumors of widespread foreign casualties and flames in the foreign concession. Admiral Seymour’s 1,300 men hunted for survivors, while Shanghai panics and Japan mobilizes a large fleet and transports for relief efforts amid growing fears of a broader clash.
A July dispatch from Tientsin reports disorganized allied forces and divided command across national ranks. They warn that 10,000 troops cannot hold a 51 mile front, rail improvements are needed, and recent shelling by Chinese artillery hits public buildings and hospitals.
The July 12 dispatch from Beijing on the Chinese edict is described as authentic and complete by Chinese officials. London reports claiming Prince Tuan authored the edict are dismissed as groundless at the Chinese legation in Washington.
Canton Ohio July 1 William McKinley formally received his second Republican nomination for president amid cheers and speeches. Senator Lodge and President McKinley stressed China, tariff, and Philippines policy while pledging continued US authority with liberty and humanity.
Berlin says Count von Buelow issued a circular to the federal government outlining Germany’s military posture in China. He cites eight infantry battalions, three cavalry squadrons and four batteries to protect German interests, foreigners in Pekin, and the restoration of security under a proper Chinese government without seeking partition or advantages.
Vice Admiral Seymour reports from Tientsin that on Saturday July 7 Chinese forces persist in heavy fighting and shelling the settlements. They are extending lines along the Lutaian canal, indicating intensified operations in the region.
Oyster Bay July 12 Governor Roosevelt was officially notified on the veranda at Sagamore of his selection as the Republican vice presidential candidate. Senator Wolcott delivered the notification address as family and committee members listened, then a simple luncheon followed before the party returned to New York.
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports hot weather and sparks from a passing locomotive causing three Montana Central bridges to burn within 24 hours. The Mitchell bridge collapsed a freight train. two loaded cars burned, one destined for Der rig Fruit. No injuries reported but prairie fire risk grows across the region.
Washington informs that William Jennings Bryan and Adlai E. Stevenson will receive formal nomination notifications as the Democratic presidential and vice presidential nominees in Indianapolis on a date in August. Representative Richardson of Tennessee, chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, received the detail from Senator Jones, the national chairman. He will deliver the notification speech, with Gov. Charles B. Thomas of Colorado present, and a large public demonstration is anticipated, similar to the Madison Square Garden event four years ago.
Judge Lacombe in the United States circuit court holds for the beneficiaries in the Fayerweather case and dismisses amended bills and cross bills. Yale University receives 300000 dollars, Cornell University 200000 dollars, Lafayette College 50000 dollars, and Marietta College 50000 dollars.
The Edmund Whitcomb suit against Helena Water Works and other defendants over Ten Mile Creek water rights moved from state to federal court after the district court granted a removal motion. Attorneys argued jurisdiction based on a corporation charter from another state in light of a recent decision.
General MacArthur cables to the War Department a casualty list noting killed in action at Cabanatuan and Luzon including Companies K and F of the 214th Infantry and the 24th Infantry. Wounded in Leyte at Lapaz and in April at Lapaz, noting a serious hip wound to William.
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