Li Hung Chang Seized and Held as Hostage in Hong Kong
In the Commons report the government orders Li Hung Chang seized and imprisoned in Hong Kong awaiting deportation to India if he presses his plan to sail north. British gunboats guard the coast of Guangdong as Canton viceroy is accused of arming anti foreign forces with 50,000 Mauser rifles and quick firing guns distributed among those ready to strike foreigners.
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Li Hung Chang
Hong Kong
India
Peking
Kwan Tung
Henry Blake
Canton
Prince Tuan
Henry Cables
Boxers Move South Amid Imperial Edict to War Foreigners
The imperial edict dated July 8 orders viceroys and governors to begin war against foreigners without delay and threatens execution for noncompliance. Reports indicate Boxers advised to move south and recruit en route, with five regiments of northern militiamen leaving, signaling a broader anti foreigner campaign in central and south China. American mission in Korea reportedly destroyed near the boundary.
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Strawatrar
China
Peking
Yangese
Wasttxotos
Secretary of State
Mr. Allen
Korea
Chaffee to Be Promoted in Volunteers Command
Washington July 17 President McKinley plans to promote Brigadier General A R Chaffee to major general of volunteers after cabinet decisions kept him in supreme command. The move follows vacancies created by Miles and a new vacancy, with multiple brigadiers named as possible successors under Chaffee as American force sizes grow. Oregon dispatches report the Oregon headed to Kure, Japan, all well. Council refuses to hear mayoral conduct reports in Atlanta. majority calls for opinion on impeachment grounds, minority urges impeachment based on sworn testimony.
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McKinley
Washington
A. R. Chaffee
Chaffee
Supreme Command
Miles
Rewarians
Volunteers
John ©. Bates
Taku
Fred D. Grant
R. H. Hall
J. M. Beil
Oregon
Kure
Washinaton
Navy
Wilde
Noji
Japan
Atlanta
James G. Woodward
Council
Importation of Birds Regs Outline Lacy Law Details
Washington July 17 department of agriculture issues regulations for proper execution of the Lacy law for protection and importation of birds. Circular explains the department will supplement state work and that no appropriation exists for purchase or distribution of birds. Instructions specify prohibited acts under the act.
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Department of Agriculture
Winners of Small Prizes at Bisley Meet
At the National Rifle Association Bisley meeting on July 17, winners in small prize events include Canadian competitors. In the jet competition Smith achieved 85, Bayless and Corrigan 4 of 85. In the Golden Penny event Bayless Fleming McVittie and Bi scored 34 of 95. In the art contest Bless scored 7 of 60.
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Athens Welcome Speech Teases City Pride and Edits
Mr Mell’s speech to the Georgia Weekly Press Association jests about Athens as a model city. He lauds education, municipal services, water purity, and local pride while poking fun at editors and inviting them to publish their favorable view of Athens.
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Athens
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Normal School
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Foreigners Safe July 9 Dispatch Authenticated
A dispatch authenticated by Chinese officials reports that foreigners in Peking were safe on July 9 and under government protection two days after a massacre. The message, sent to Secretary Hay, notes efforts to protect foreign ministers and warns that destruction of Tianjin would hinder restoration for a century. Liu Kan and Chang Chi Tang sign the dispatch from Shanghai with others.
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Daly
London
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Imperial
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Peking
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Wai
Inna
Li Hung Chang
Liu Kan 'i Chang Chi Tang
Li Hung Chang to Assume Supreme Command in Peking
London reports Cable confirms Li Hung Chang departs Canton to take supreme command in Peking. William Pritchard Morgan MP for Merthyr Tydfil says British legation at Peking remained active July 9 and relays positive admrances from sources.
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Li- Hung Chang
Peking
Supreme Command
London
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Ley
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Ipos
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Canton
Li Hung Chang Departs For Hong Kong
Li Hung Chang sails from Canton to Hong Kong amid reports he has been appointed viceroy at Chi Lin and ordered to report promptly. The dispatch notes the departure was observed at Canton and raises concerns over potential implications with French gunboat movements at Basen.
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Hong-Kong
Canton
Wasmintoy
State Department
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Li Hung Chang
Chi-Lin
Basen
Minister Wu Ready to Go to San Francisco for Passports
San Francisco July 17 Ho Yow imperial consul general says he will receive passports for himself and his attaché. He notes Minister Wu is ready to depart from Washington and mentions Chinese merchants in the state pledging to close shops and offer aid to the United States in fighting under the allied powers if needed. A separate notice mentions Lang Chang Teo and a reward on the young emperor. An unrelated anecdote praises Electric Bitter for recovery from illness.
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San Francisco
Ho Yow
United States
China
Honotong
Vie San Francisco
Lang Chang
Choice Vegetables Demand Balanced Fertilizers
A promotional note asserts vegetables require balanced fertilizers to secure quality and quantity. It claims large yields come from mixes containing at least 89 percent Potash and offers free books from German Kali Works at 93 Nassau Street, New York.
Allies Gain Great Victory in Chinese City Assault
Allied forces breached the walls of the Chinese walled city of Tion Tein on July 14, taking forts and the native city. About 900 allied casualties occurred over Thursday to Saturday, with Russians and Japanese hardest hit. American, British, and Japanese troops joined in raids toward the native city as French forces blew the magazine. heavy fighting continued outside the walls with the Chinese switching to black powder.
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Suanamat
Tion Tein
Walla
Thore
Admiral Remey Reports Casualties at Tien Tain
Adm. Remey at Che Foo cables that Tien Tain and forts fall to the allies. Casualties include Captains Davis killed, Lemley wounded, Lt Butler wounded, and Leonard wounded. Col Liscum killed. Lieuts Noyen Lawton Hammond and Walnham reported as missing or wounded with others. Also notes hospital logistics and incomplete lists.
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Lemley
Butler
Leonard Woundert
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Noyen
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