Message to China Not In Form of an Ultimatum
Washington dispatch reports that a Chinese government ultimatum is not the form of the message but urges joint action to relieve the legations. The State Department argues for imperial cooperation to protect officers and foreigners, postponing direct demands to avoid offense while seeking coordinated relief efforts. The note also notes lack of confirmation from Consul Goodnow on protests and reports transport McPherson arriving with Fifth Infantry.
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United States Preparing For War On A Large Scale
United States faces large scale war effort as Union Metallic Cartridge works round the clock to fill international orders for ammunition including field artillery shells for the war department amid rising global tensions. In other news disaster feared as five priests killed in Southeast China missions and sharp Franco Russian tensions stir Western diplomacy. Fire destroys two Pennsylvania factories causing heavy damage while Texas politics centering on Waters Pierce Oil charter prompts intra party clashes at Waco convention.
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Verdict for 7000 in Vaughan railroad case
Rinagop Ga Aug 9 The two minor Vaughan children win 7000 against Western and Atlantic railroad after a brief jury deliberation. Fireman Vaughn was killed at a water tank. widow died recently, children pursued the suit. Engineer Ray testifying prompted contempt proceedings.
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Humbert Remains Rest at Pantheon Amid Solemn Procession
In Rome on August 9, Humbert I's casket was carried through crowded streets to the Pantheon. Dignitaries including Signor Saracco and Crispi attended as the cortege, flanked by troops and officials, moved to the chapel for final rites amid flowers and somber tribute.
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END OF WAR A LONG WAY OFF STENMANS VIEWS ON PHILIPPINES
Father T J A Stenmans of New Orleans returned from Manila aboard the Sherman and said Archbishop Chapelle faces slow progress in Philippine affairs. He noted the Spanish led church hierarchy still assists Chapelle and that American officers strive for peace, but guerrilla war may endure long.
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International forces push toward Peking as Yang Tsun falls
Advance on Peking continues with Yang Tsun captured August 6. Allied losses reported as 1,130 in recent operations including Russians, Japanese, and British. Reports note difficulties from flooded regions near Piewang and peril at Tianjin, with speculation of troop landings at Shanghai by French and British allied forces. Dowager empress sends food to legations while British moves on the legation safety remain under review.
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ADVANCE OF ALLIES HIT BY HEAVY RAINS AND FIRE
Heavy rains flood the Pui Ho river hindering Allied advance as Japanese and Russians battle on July 30 near Palteang with light casualties. Chinese fire proves accurate, three Japanese dead and 35 wounded. Documents from Tien Tsin reveal official support for rebels and attacks on foreigners. Transports Indiana and Thomas reach Nuguanki to move infantry to Tata and Manila with siege guns en route.
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California Fig Syrup Company
Bryan Outlines Plans For Next Thirty Days
Aug. 9 reports from Indianapolis note William Jennings Bryan returning from Mayor Taggert’s residence. He plans to attend the Grand Army event and National Democratic club meetings, with party figures including James D. Richardson and others present. Polls show Populists winning four House seats and possibly one Senate seat, while Democrats gain in several counties. A separate Savannah hearing concerns the Gaynor and Greene case, with contract scrutiny and inspector reports discussed. English cricket trip to the U.S. postponed due to inability to secure strong players. A Geneva homicide case in Alabama details a fatal shooting at a hotel. Sylvania, Ga., saw a race for a $10 prize between Hilton’s contenders Skinner and Watters, with both men earning about $10 each after one bale sold for 9 and the other for 4 cents.
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Banking of the Furnaces Sets Iron Market on New Path
New York reports that a decisive strategy is under way to restore iron market stability. Producers sharply cut iron output and boost exports to relieve oversupply, with many furnaces idled in July and further curtailments planned through August. Stockpiles are being kept in reserve as repairs complete and shut downs spread across states.
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Boers Take 300 Prisoners and Seize Ammunition
Lord Roberts dispatch dated Pretoria reports Duvots crossed the Vaal and Hunter captured 4140 men drafting to Cape Town, with three guns 4000 horses and ten wagonloads of ammo destroyed. Eland River garrison about 800 bushmen Rhodesians possibly captured. Methuen reports near Bentakroom fighting. seven casualties. DeWitts Witch Hazel ad follows.
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