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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1900
Page
1
Russia remains determined to withdraw from the capital and defend its course in Asia. Officials say Pekin departure will not deter plans to pull back from Pekin and press toward Manchuria, using troops to pursue broader conquest in Asia.
London reports no new features in the Chinese crisis as Russia’s Pekin withdrawal looms. Emper or William’s Stettin speech is praised for moderation while theories swirl about Manchuria and Hague principles. Dispatches note German American ties and legation guards in Pekin and Conger’s letter on missionary aid.
Washington reports say Minister Wu arrived from Cape May and met with Acting Secretary Hill and Assistant Secretary Atlee to discuss a new phase in China talks. Officials anticipate a forthcoming announcement and possible independent U S action toward withdrawing troops from Pekin.
Berlin notes Germany may accept Russia not withdrawing troops from Pekin. A high foreign office official said Washington dispatches do not force Russia to withdraw, only discussing the idea tentatively. Emperor William signals a Kaiser-led approach in China, with naval show of force planned at Shanghai and reports of quiet in Amoy.
The article presents the belief among the Chinese that they have defeated the allied troops, with striking illustrations supporting this claim and reflecting public sentiment.
London dispatch notes mixed papers react to Germany’s Pekin withdrawal position. The Times calls it a justified stance, The Standard sees conciliatory form masking rejection, The Telegraph expects refusal, The Mail links stance to avoiding ridicule. Shanghai reports Viceroy urges Britain to start peace talks to protect trade.
A Hongkong Herald report notes protests by the chamber of commerce and the China Association over Pekin troop withdrawal until a stable government forms. It warns withdrawals would damage foreign prestige in China and mentions rumors of planned uprisings in Canton and Hongkong. Police doubt the reports while French gunboat Decidee and transport Surnai arrive. Disturbances reported on the West River at Tai Ping with 300 robbers looting and Wuchow fortifying a pawn shop leading to dispatch of 400 troops. Disaffection at Tungchow noted but unlikely to escalate due to lack of arms.
A Shanghai dispatch reports Li Hung Chang requesting an American escort for his journey to Pekin. U S Consul Goodnow is considering the request as a majority of powers approve a proposal aligned with the original American resolution. The British foreign office says Allied forces should stay at Pekin until peace arrangements with China are settled.
In Paris active negotiations push toward a compromise with Russia on Pekin policy. A plan calls for all powers to withdraw from Pekin, leaving an international guard for legations, with main forces moving toward Tientsin to protect the road and railroad. Russia reportedly to pull back from Pekin but remain nearby.
A Hongkong chamber telegram asks the British foreign office to continue the Pekin occupation until a proper government is formed and guilty officials are punished. It warns that withdrawing now would damage foreign prestige in China. The dispatch and a supporting letter were sent to Lord Salisbury.
Report states the American minister approves inviting Li Hung Chang to Pekin to negotiate for China. Critics describe the viceroy as insincere and unreliable. In Pekin the government is dead, signaling possible partition or preservation of independent provincial governments.
The Austrian foreign office according to the Vienna Daily Mail correspondent reports Russia has agreed to a compromise. A portion of the troops will remain in Pekin while the main body moves to Tientsin to establish a military headquarters.
Reports from Saratoga indicate Richard Croker has the upper hand in the Democratic state convention with an estimated 277 of 450 votes. The ticket likely features John B. Stanchfield for governor and WF Macey for lieutenant governor, with C F Rowe as comptroller and Eddie Water as attorney general.
Ex Senator Hill visiting Judge Earl in Herkimer is serenaded by Fort Dayton band. He declares loyalty to the ticket and predicts Bryan will win New York unless the Democratic State convention errs. He praises Bryan Stevenson but urges unity and hard work for victory.
A major meeting at the Hoffman House brought together factions of New York democracy including Richard Croker and Edward Murphy to seek harmony. Mentioned gubernatorial prospect Justice Farle and discussions with Hugh McLaughlin. Bourke Cochran slated to stump for Bryan from Chicago headquarters while Maryland Senator Arthur P. Gorman aids the eastern campaign.
The San Jose convention adjourned after nominating an electoral ticket and adopting a platform aligned with the Kansas City national plank. It condemns Asiatic labor, backs reenactment of the Chinese exclusion act, opposes government by injunction, denounces the black list, favors arbitration, and opposes prison labor competition.
The document calls for age limits on youth employment and reduced minor work hours with sanitary workshop conditions. It denounces railroad land grants and urges congress to regulate them and promote storage reservoirs for arid regions. Presidential electors and congressional nominees are listed by district.
Democratic and silver party fusion in Virginia City nominates G. G. Newlands for Congress. A.Y. Fitzgerald of Eureka, J. N. Evans of Reno, and others are named for state offices. Platform endorses Chicago and Kansas City platforms, opposes foreign alliances, and urges labor hours reduction. Boers sympathy expressed. Stewart denounced and urged to resign as senator.
Details of Duke of Abruzzi Arctic voyage on the Stella Polare report a northern reach to 86.33 degrees with multiple parties failing to return. Frost bite injuries to the Duke required amputations, and the ship faced severe drift ice before finally starting homeward after months of peril.
Mrs Eu reka M Willets wife of a California rancher was found in a stupor on the sidewalk before the Baltimore hotel in Kansas City Missouri. She had arrived with her 12 year old daughter to visit her husband in Topeka. She later secured a dishwasher position at the Coates hotel as her mind s condition appears affected.
London reports that the Daily News says the government expects decisive news from South Africa within a fortnight and that Parliament will be dissolved during the week of September.
Caldwell holds the early lead at Hartford after four hours of the motor paced race. Miller trails with 133 miles two laps, Pierce at 181 miles one lap, Caldwell at 12% miles and five laps.
General John A. McClernand remains in critical condition tonight after the Springfield U1 sinking incident. Medical staff provide updates as authorities investigate the accident and its aftermath.
Indianapolis reports indicate the United Mine Workers executive board will grant permission for a nationwide strike in the anthracite regions within hours. If all 143,000 miners walk out, organizers say the strike could win in 30 days with aid anticipated for strikers and families. Illinois miners pledge funds as defense measures hover pending operator responses.
A physician reported the general's pulse at 60 and temperature at 100 with delirium at times. The doctor will stay with him through the night and administer heart stimulants. It is uncertain if the general will survive the night. His son Colonel Edward Medlernand is in Manila and has been telegraphed for.
Charles M. Webster resigns as internal revenue collector for Montana Idaho and Utah to devote time to his new role as chairman of the Republican state central committee. A successor will be named in about two weeks as the executive committee announces headquarters in Helena and plans an education driven campaign.
Havana reports that tobacco growers petition Governor General Wood to remove duty on low grade tobacco chiefly shipped to Spain. Officials consider the move favorably while municipal bonds may fund severing Havana. The council votes to dismiss staff not aligned with the national party as yellow fever declines with no American deaths this week.
An undated Shanghai dispatch reports Dr. Von Rosthorn the Austro Hungarian charge d affairs in Pekin arriving in Shanghai along with the Netherlands minister.
London dispatch notes the serious crisis unfolding in Manchester as relief efforts face strain and suffering is anticipated. Reporters describe rising tension and the potential impact on residents amid ongoing disturbances.
Miners in Kingston Wanamie Glenlyn and Woodward mine meetings voiced mixed to strong support for striking based on the Mine Workers executive board decision in Indianapolis. Foremen at Woodward reported only four of 470 workers opposed strike while operators prepare to guard mines with police.
Hazleton Pa September 7 The only new development is a circulating rumor that if the Mine Workers national executive board declares a strike tomorrow all regional operators will close coal mines indefinitely starting Sunday. Operators and superintendents deny knowledge of the move and say they will not agree to arbitration.
The text warns that idle workers may prolong stoppages into October and that prospects for a satisfactory American cotton crop appear slender.
The president pardoned Frank M. McBride who was convicted in Salt Lake City on May 15 for embezzling 3072 in post office funds as assistant postmaster. He was sentenced to four years in the Utah pen. the attorney general cites new evidence casting doubt on the embezzlement and notes McBride has served one year.
In Detroit on September 27 the Amalgamated association and Iron manufacturers fail to reach agreement on puddling scale. G W French of Republic Iron & Steel says manufacturers offered $4 50 a ton and warns a shutdown or new puddlers if offer is rejected. He questions workers' expectations.
Census Bureau reports 34 cities with a total population of 4 644 711 up 27.0 percent from 1890. The 1890 city total was 11 150 045, a gain of 3 494 666. Officials note the 31.33 percent rise is an artifact of calculation method.
Los Angeles reports shipments from the state total 4 710 cars this season, down from 225 car loads at this point last year. The California decline reflects a weaker supply in the current period.
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