United States and Russia reach Chinese settlement pact
A New York Journal report cites a Washington dispatch saying the United States and Russia reached a compact to settle the Chinese question. The agreement, communicated to major powers, foresees withdrawal of foreign troops from Peking and recognizes a de facto ruler of China.
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York
Washington
Unite States
Russia
France
Italy
Germany
Japan
United States Asia
Peking
Allied Powers Call for Stability in China Under Li Hung Chang
The text asserts the allied army seized Beijing to restore order under Emperor Kwong Su with Li Hung Chang as envoy for peace. It urges cooperation of powers to support the Chinese government, preserve the empire, and maintain the open door while avoiding territorial deman ds.
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Emperor Kwang Su
China
Li Hung Chang
United States Backs Russian View on Li Hung Chang Message
Washington Aug 31 The United States clarified its China negotiations stance with a Russian note calling Li Hung Changs intercepted communication with Beijing inexplicable and urging powers to order commanders to lift the interdiction The U S response confirms instructions were sent to the American minister in China in line with the Russian telegram The text of the note is provided hereafter
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Washington
United States
Russia
Li Hung Chang
China
Situation at Amoy: Japan Ready to Withdraw Troops
Washington reports a telegram from the Japanese legation stating the Chinese authorities have assured Amoy they are prepared to withdraw troops when possible. The note notes readiness for withdrawal as conditions allow.
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Washington
Amoy
Port guard reassures as Japanese order Marines withdrawal
The article reports that foreign residents and their properties at the port are under protection of Suru run forces while Japan orders the withdrawal of marines stationed to defend the native town. They will pull remaining forces once peace and order are assured.
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Suru
Russo American Plan Sought as Way Out of Tt Crisis
Aug 31 London reports the Russo American proposal as the morning papers chief feature. Russia’s part draws suspicion but the empress dowager and emperor’s flight complicates the crisis, making the Russo American program seem the best solution. Yet strong calls for a more vigorous policy persist.
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London
Russia
Imperial Palace to be entered amid allied march
Cablegram from Minister Conger via Che Foo reports an imminent entry of the Imperial palace on August 28 with a military parade by all nations and subsequent guard. Prince Ching expected soon. Amoy experiences a great panic over Japanese landings as reported by The Daily Mail correspondent in London.
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WasHingTon
State Department
Conger
United States
Che Foo
Imperial Palace
Prince Ching
Amoy
London
Daily Mail
British Marines Land at Amey Concession
The British cruiser Isis landed 50 marines at Amey, within the British concession. The transport Senora will chart a course to Taka as General Gasalee, commander in Peking, wires that no additional troops will be sent.
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Amey
Hoxa Kona
Isis
Senora
Taka
Gasalee
Peking
Corbett Beats Kid McCoy In Five Rounds At Madison Square Garden
James J. Corbett defeats Kid McCoy in a swift five round bout at the Twentieth Century club under New York promoter. The match ends with a knockdown and referee counts the Kid out after a hard series of lefts rights and body blows. It is hailed as one of the prettiest and cleanest exhibitions seen in years.
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New York
James J. Corbett
Kid Me
Twentieth Century Club
Madison Square Garden
Corbett
McCoy
Muuch
Jim
Corbet
Charlie White
London Silent On Peace Talks With China Amid Russian Hopes
Diplomatic circles in London report Russia may have sent peace negotiation notes or arranged with the United States on initiating talks. Evacuation of Peking by allied forces and retreat to Tianjin is suggested as a preliminary step. Li Hung Chang could be recognized if credentials from the dowager empress are secured, with Germany wary of southern viceroy support.
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Russia
Peking
Tien Tsin
Li Hung Chang
Belying
Germany
Plague Confirmed in Glasgow After Death
Officials announce bubonic plague after post mortem on a victim who died August 27 in Glasgow. Dr Chalmer of the university, with Professors Mayr and Brownlee, certify the diagnosis as plague as foreign consuls coordinate with medical authorities and quarantine may spread to all Glasgow ships.
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Glasgow
Chalmer
Mayr
Brownlee
New Cable Link Opens Between U S and Germany
Direct communication between the United States and Germany was opened by the Commercial Cable Company's new link from New York to Fayal and Emden. Messages were exchanged between the German emperor and President McKinley.
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Washington
United States
Germany
Commercial Cable Company
New York
Fayal
Emden
McKinley
Fifth Annual Convention of Local Fire Insurance Agents
The fifth annual convention of the National Association of Local Fire Insurance Agents opened at 10:30 AM in the Davidson Theatre with President Woodworth presiding. About 200 delegates attended and committees on nominations and resolutions were formed, chaired by one member from each state association and Clarence S. Pellett of Chicago respectively.
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Milwaukee
National Association of Local Fire Insurance Agents
Davidson Theatre
Woodworth
Clarence S. Pellett
Chicago
Shooting at Barnett House Kills Three in Jackson Ky
Aug 1 report from Jackson Ky says shots fired into the Barnett dining room killed Nancy Barnett age 60? and her granddaughter age 13 and Mrs James Bennett. A large band is pursued by officers and citizens. Bennett is accused of the shooting amid jealousy over dinner at the Barnett home.
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Jackson
James Barnett
Howard Creek
Nancy Barnett
James Bennett
Bennett
Barnett
Cruelty Allegations At Indiana Children’s Home
Terre Haute Aug. 31 The McKenzie home for dependent children in Indiana has been closed by the board of children's guardians amid reports of cruelty. A five year old boy allegedly was lowered into a cistern with a rope about his waist and drenched, while other children show signs of violent beatings and forced floor sleeping.
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Terre Haute
Ind
McKenzie
Board of Children's Guardians
Government Tries to Borrow Ten Million from Sweden
Two Chicago banks received circulars inviting subscriptions to a ten million dollar loan issued by the government of Sweden. The move underscores the shift in international money markets as the United States has moved from a heavy debtor to a lender to foreign governments.
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Chcaco
Chicago
Sweden
United States
Forces join as Bal l er, French and Pole Carew unite at Helvetia
General Baller arrives at Helvetia joining Generals French and Pole-Carew in a united camp. Desertions leave Waterfall and Watervalander empty as the Loers retreat toward Barberton. Commandant General Botha orders burghers to return Mausers to the government militia until ammunition is issued.
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Pole-Carew
Helvetia
Baller
French
Waterfal
Bothen
Watervalander
Loers
Barberton
Botha
Masked Robbers Force Safe Open in Larimore Express Office
Two masked men roped in the Great Northern express office in Larimore North Dakota at about 8 am and forced Agent Harry Nelson to open the safe. They fired a shot at him and fled with about 95 dollars, likely boarding the eastbound morning train.
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Larimore
N. D
Great Northern Express
Harry Nelson
Trade totals in Philippine customs eight months to Feb 1900
The War Department division of customs bulletin shows commerce for eight months ending February 1900 with imports valued at 13 634 764 dollars and exports at 9 528 508 dollars. Import duties totaled 2 744 050 dollars and export duties 286 054 dollars.
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Washington
Division of Customs and Insular Affairs
War Department of the
Philippine Islands
Park Bank Exec Hints on Swedish Loan Approach
Albert H. Wiggin of National Park Bank said Swedish government representatives inquired about placing a 10 million dollar loan in the United States. He declined to say if the proposition was favorably received.
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New York
Albert H. Wiggin
National Park Bank
Wiggin
Fire destroys fair grounds machinery hall at Hamline
Fire at the Hamline state fair grounds in St. Paul destroyed the machinery hall and six adjoining buildings shortly after midnight. Several firms had exhibits inside and, despite some property saved, total loss including contents is estimated at 238,000 with suspected incendiary origin.
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St. Paul
Hamline
Indian famine relief reports alarming crop withering
In Bombay William T. Fee, U S consul, reports that despite favorable signs the famine situation in India is again alarming. Crops are withering and starvation remains a threat as ravages of cholera continue, prompting concern from the relief committee in New York.
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Indias
New York
Committee On Indian Famine Relief
William T. Fee
United States
Bombay
Mr. Fee
Grand Army of the Republic Holds National Encampment Close
The 34th Grand Army national encampment concluded with Rassieur elected commander in chief by acclamation for the coming year. Other senior officers chosen unanimously include Milliken as senior vice commander Seemons as vice commander and Drahms as surgeon general. Court of appeals pensions and entertainments were noted as key items with Miss Clara Barton appearing on stage. Denver named as the site for next year’s gathering amid jubilant reception.
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Deu
Grand Army of the
Mander
Grand of the Republic
Milliken
Mai
Frank Seemons
Tennessee
John A
Delta
Drahms
San Quentin
Cal
Stewart
Rassieur
Warner
Kansas City
Jacossieur
I Ayens
Judas Rossieur
Comrat
Cdition
Orestance
Deleg
Clara Barton
Mack
Congress
Denver
Major Rassieur a Prominent Men in St Louis Bar
Judge Leo Rassieur, commander-in-chief elect, born in Alsace in 1845, settled in St. Louis. He joined the Civil War at 17, served as a major in the Union army, later served on the probate bench and as attorney for ten years. He is noted as a leading figure in St. Louis law and a member of Frank P. Blair G A R.
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CuicaGao
Leo Rassieur
Alsace
Germany
St. Louis
Missouri
Bassieur
Cation
Frank P. Blair
Woman's Relief Corps Elects New Officers
Cuicano Aug 31 The female relief group elected officers for the coming term led by national senior president Mrs Mary L Longmont Colorado and national junior vice president Mrs Abbie R Flagg Michigan with others named from New York and Syracuse.
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Woman's Relief Corps
Cuicano
W Relief Corps
Mary L Longmont
Colo
Belle M. Satter Louis
Abbie R. Flagg
Battle Mich
E. Phillips
Syracuse
N. Y
Postmaster General Smith to Visit Maine and Midwest
Aug. 31 report says Postmaster General Smith will travel to Maine for several speeches then head west around Sept. 1. He plans stops in Ohio Indiana Illinois and Kansas with possible Kentucky dates to be set by the campaign committee.
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HiInaton
Maine
West
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
Kansas
Kentucky
African American council adopts self-reliant race resolutions
In Indianapolis on August 31 the Afres American council, gathering prominent Black leaders, adopts two resolutions asserting that progress must come from self-effort and fair field, with no special laws or favors. It calls for patience, responsibility, and chivalry from others without excuses.
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Indianapolis
Afres American Council
Prominent Republican Powers Killed After Train Fall Near Philadelphia
Thomas J. Powers long time Pennsylvania banking commissioner died after falling from a train near Philadelphia. The 65 year old Republican figure stood over six feet tall and weighed about 276 pounds and was known for opposing a Grant third term. His son, Lt. Thomas J Powers Jr., served in the regular army in Manila.
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Banking Powers
Pennsylvania
Pimladelphia
Thomas J. Powers
Powers
Grant
Thomas J. Powers, Jr
Manila
National Civic Federation to Host Sept Campaign Discussion
A joint incussion is planned for the week starting Sept 24 to discuss imperialism money and trusts. Bi partian committees will run sessions with time equally divided and include leading exponents from different viewpoints.
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CivicaGo
National Civic Federation
Pythians Elect Ogden H Fethers Supreme Chancellor
Ogden H Fethers of Janesville Wisconsin was elected supreme chancellor of the Knights of Pythias. His vote totaled 88 to 59 for Sample. The biennial gathering endorsed rotation in office and San Francisco was chosen for the next meeting by acclamation.
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Ogden HH. Fethers
Janesville
Wis
Etroit
Len H. Fethers
The
Knights of Pythias
San Francisco
Leaders and voters move as Boer prisoners released near Machadodorp
Reports place Kruger and officials at Nelspruit while liberated prisoners march to join Lord Roberts near Wetervalboven. In Missouri style returns Governor McSweeney leads Hoyt for governor by about 8000 votes with 75000 counted and 4000 to hear from. Jim Tillman leads for lieutenant governor.
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Louvre
Manegves
Mooit Gedbacht
Machadodorp
Lord Roberts
Wetervalboven
Kruger
Nelspruit
Pretoria
Delagoa Bar
Mcsweeney
Commerra, & C
McSgseeney
James A. Hoyt
Jim Tillman
New York Republican Club Opens National Campaign
The Republican Club of New York City opened the national campaign with a reception honoring Senator Depew who returned from Europe after a five month vacation. Depew spoke on observations abroad and discussed the Tran Ra.
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New York
York
Republician Club
City of
Senator Depew
Europe
Depew
Tran RA
Birdsall Nominated for Congress by Third District Democrats
Waterloo attorney Birdsall received the party’s first ballot nomination for Congress in the Third district on August 3. The nomination was decided by Democratic delegates, with A. M. Potter of Waverly noted among delegates.
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Birdsall
Waterloo
Mm Birdsall
Congress
Democrats
A. M. Potter
Waverly
Oafo
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