Donger Chosen as Judge in Local Government Case
Local officials announce Donger will serve as judge in a municipal matter. The appointment sets a new timeline for hearings and potential rulings next month.
31 Jul 1900
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1900
Page
1
Local officials announce Donger will serve as judge in a municipal matter. The appointment sets a new timeline for hearings and potential rulings next month.
Washington reports fresh hope to contact Minister Conger in Pekin while caution remains about delivering ministers at Tientsin. German and French officials seek latest updates as Consul Fowler’s dispatch reassures U S officials. Discrepancies between German and Japanese accounts hinder a clear read on legations’ status.
General Greeley reports from Chefoo dated July 27 via Lieutenant Stamford that the Ninth Infantry suffered several officer deaths and wounded, Marine officers also injured, with advice on matériel, health, and supplies. He notes potential delay before further advance until September and that the minister and people in Pekin were reported well on the 20th.
Steps have been taken at the war department to supply the lieutenant with money. He has been instructed to forward news of importance when the ninth infantry commanding officer cannot be reached.
The Washington cabinet remains convinced that the Pekin legations survived the massacre date. A Chefoo consul report supports the autographic German letter claim, boosting the case for legation survival. General Chaffee’s rapid Chefoo to Taku trek signals imminent Pekin advance.
Washington officials expect news from Minister Conger soon, citing communications via Sir Claude MackDonald and the London Foreign Office. They note the July 4 date on the message and an armistice since July, while warning that many have seen the hurt and dead and a reckoning awaits.
Washington reports Minister Wu expresses satisfaction at the Pekin news confirming his stance that Chinese ministers are alive and aided by their government. He doubts they are hostage and suggests possible protective restraint as a prudent precaution amid disturbances.
A Chefoo consul report dated July 29 says German loss is 10 killed and 12 injured. Chinese attack ceased July 16. Baron von Ketteler's body said to be safe. Austrian Dutch and Spanish legations destroyed and French partially. Japanese legation report notes continued shelling by Chinese from June 20 to July 17. Several legations report food for six days, limited ammunition. emperor and empress said to be at Pekin.
Four companies of the 12th infantry plus Troops H and A of the 3rd Cavalry arrive at the Presidio to muster about 400 men for the mission to China under Lt Col Williams Major Cornish and Major Kingsbury. Company M comes from Omaha and others from Governor's Gutane.
A letter from Mrs. Ragsdale wife of the U S consul at Tien tsin reports her family fled to Nagasaki by a U S gunboat due to the riot and shelling of the consulate. Consul Ragsdale and his son Bert remained at Tientsin as disturbances continued.
Milford Massachusetts reports a prevailing trouble in China has necessitated a curtailment of cotton manufacturing. The item notes ongoing impact and mentions continued coverage on Page Ten.
Reports detail the rapid assassination of King Humbert in Milan as an American-born gunman from Prato is captured. Witnesses describe shots firing from the carriage amid a cheering crowd. the king dies after the first neck wound and second fatal heart shot.
Angelo Bressi known as Cai tano Bressi and Angelo Angeli was held after a plot tied to an assassination in Italy. He lived in Paterson, worked at Hamill Booth silk mill, lodged above an anarchist saloon, spent Sundays away, and sailed to Europe on May 22. The city’s anarchist activity, strikes, and links to the murder of King Humbert are discussed by observers and authorities.
News from London reports shock and sympathy over King Humbert's assassination. Queen Victoria sent condolences to Queen Margherita while diplomats and officials visited the Italian embassy. The prince of Wales expressed regret for the loss of a personal friend.
Deep sorrow grips official circles in Paris after the assassination of King Humbert. All official fetes are canceled until after the obsequies. Public buildings fly mourning flags and Italian establishments at the exposition join in heavy mourning.
Morning edition notes King Humbert's death announced by Count Tornelli Brusati di Vergano and official condolences from President Loubet. Rumors of an attack on the Shah of Persia surface but police report a lone suspect arrested near a display. anarchist plots mentioned by Temps. Pope and Italy share condolences to Queen Marguerite. guards reassigned amid tensions.
Milford Mass July 30 General William F Draper United States ambassador to Italy arrived home and commented on the assassination of King Humbert He called it the act of an anarchist and praised the prince of Naples as an able heir predicting stable government under his leadership.
Berlin awakens to sorrow and Italy sympathy after King Humberts murder. Flags at ministries half mast. Italian ambassador Lanza ai Busca meets officials. German press salutes Humberts friendship with the Kaiser and condemns the atrocity.
A Rome dispatch reports Monsignor Angelo de Pietro informed Pope Leo XIII of the assassination attempt on King Humbert. The pope showed distress and wished to say mass for the king as Cardinal Rampello prepared a condolence dispatch to Princess Clotus and the queen.
In Rome the conservator sealed the late King Humbert's rooms and closed all palace doors except one. Diplomats visited the foreign office to offer condolences, and the visitors' book at the Quirinal filled with names. Deputies gathered to reject the crime and voice deep sorrow.
The U S: The state department received notice from Rome that King Humbert was assassinated last night at Monza while leaving a prize distribution for athletic events. He was shot three times by an Italian and died within minutes. The official note confirms the king's death.
Sir Claude MacDonald dispatch confirms ministers are alive, dispelling all doubts about their status. The report emphasizes verification of officials and affirms continued government leadership amid uncertainty.
London dispatch dated July 21 reports that British and American troops may advance to Pekin within 48 hours. Li Hung Chang stays at Shanghai due to illness while discussions on China military aid and Japan’s troop role proceed in Parliament.
Telegraphed dispatch from Rear Admiral Bruce in Tientsin reports from Pekin June 20 to July 16 Chinese troops shelling both sides. An armistice since July 16. cordon remains. All women and children at the British legation. Casualties total 62 with Captain Strouts among the dead. Captain Halliday and rest in hospital, David Oliphant and Warren noted as wounded.
Berlin reports from the German consul at Tientsin dated July 28 describe Cordes in Pekin saying July 19 the legation guard detachment suffered 10 killed and 14 wounded. Legation houses damaged by fire are held by guards and Chinese troops ceased attack July 18. Baron von Ketteler reportedly buried by the Chinese government. Cordes, wounded interpreter, survived and escaped to the delegation.
Despatches via Shanghai dated July 30 recount the legations under siege in Pekin since July 10. Chinese forces attacked the compounds, were lured into a trap by American and British troops, about 1000 attackers killed, including General Ma. Bombardment intensified afterward.
The British consul at Tientsin says a Pekin letter from a Japanese colonel reports legations were safe on July 22 with no firing since July 17. A messenger who reached Pekin confirms no firing occurred between July 15 and 19, leading Britain to believe the legations remain secure.
A dispatch from Admiral Alexieff dated Tientsin July 30 reports the foreign ministers at Pekin are out of danger, confirming earlier rumors.
Port Arthur reports rapid repair of forts and barracks at Tientsin. Chinese troops occupy three camps well situated to oppose the allied advance toward Pekin.
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