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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1900
Page
1
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The report states that Great Britain has altered the preamble of a joint note while the United States' position remains undefined. The emphasis is on the evolving diplomatic stance and the unresolved American attitude.
London reports all powers have practically accepted Great Britain’s proposed alterations in the joint note regarding harmony with China. France and Japan have signed while the United States stance remains undecided. Anticipated delivery of the note to Chinese plenipotentiaries within three or four days.
Secretary Hay held talks with Lord Pauncefote over the Chinese situation. Washington signals no expected delay in finalizing the Peking agreement, while Britain appears aligned with US policy. Tung Fuh Siang seizes power, terrorizes the empress, and could force broader military action.
A Peking dispatch reports Tang Fu Liang consolidating power amid stalled talks among foreign powers. The negotiations are described as limited and neutralized, with allied efforts failing to widen the scope of influence.
London December 19. United States ambassador Choate held a long talk on the Chinese situation with Foreign Secretary the Marquis of Lansdowne and later Henry White of the US embassy visited the Foreign Office. The discussions were kept strictly secret regarding any outcome.
Count von Waldersee issues an order assigning districts around Peking to the military representatives of the powers. United States troops will supervise the area southeast of Peking from the Tshang Tshang road to the Naku Krin to Ho Si Wu corridor.
Earl Mosher, 17, confessed attacker of 72 year old Carl Grover and pleaded guilty in circuit court at Virola to assault to do great bodily harm. He received a five year sentence in state prison.
Lourmazo Makrgues sailed for Europe on December 19 accompanied by no public demonstration. U S consul W W Hollis boarded the steamer to bid him farewell.
President nominates John C A Leishmann, already minister to Switzerland, as United States minister to Turkey amid muted officials in Washington. Dispatches hint a settlement on mission claims may be reached, though officials deny official knowledge. Turkish government moved to replace Ali Ferrouth Bey with Shekib Bey, while both remain in place under various capacities.
A United States Consul report states the Moorish government settled the indemnity claim for the murder of Manus Esczagui a naturalized American citizen killed in Morocco. The case hinged on Moorish failure to arrest or punish the killers. The Navy planned to dispatch a vessel to Morocco to back the American demand.
Governor Pingree hosted a banquet in Lansing Michigan for state legislators supreme court justices and railroad officials. None of the supreme court justices nor railroad officials invited attended and only three state senators and forty six representatives took part. Not one of the officials-elect replied to the invitation though the menu was elaborate and the guest list long.
In Maprivo on December 19 the chamber of deputies adopted a resolution unfavorable to the government by 117 to 116. The cabinet is not expected to resign, though the marine minister might withdraw from the government.
Will decrease coal production by ten percent after January 1 to uphold prices. The move draws sharp criticism from the press as likely to hinder German industrial development.
Dr. Ephraim Ingall, early leader and founder figure in the Republican party, died at his CuicaGo home at 75. He helped shape the party in its formative years and was active in its counsels.
Michael Treacy of Brown, Treacy & Co, St. Paul, died at his home 559 East Third Street at 3 20 p m after two weeks of thumb pain that developed into blood poisoning. He had been in the local printing trade since 1856 and with his firm since 1882.
In Thoree Wisconsin on December 19 the preliminary exam of Arthur Cupps and Ole Gustad over the Nora Meyers murder continued. Gustad testified he and Cupps entered the house and that Cupps shot Meyers, then they returned to Stanley and fled toward St Paul. Cupps denied entering the house and claimed Gustad acted alone. Both men will be bound over for trial at the April term.
Indiana Governor Mount declares no stone will be left unturned to prosecute mob violence after the Spencer county lynching. He promises vigorous action, just retribution, and to bring the leaders to court to prevent the crime from going unpunished.
Topeka Kan Dec 19 Santa Fe switchmen and brakemen say they will strike if telegraphers demands are not granted by Vice President Barr. Con tractors say they will stay on the road, but may be urged to join if a strike is ordered. Engineers and firemen have not yet stated a position. Strikers express confidence in success.
The Chicago gasfitters' union signs a three year contract with contractors ending a year of idleness. Members rejoin the building trades council, with a joint arbitration committee to decide disputes and a rule that work continues during arbitration.
Mantua December 19. The volunteer regiment heads to the United States for muster out in the same order they arrived in the Philippine islands. They will be replaced by regulars. The Thirty seventh volunteer regiment begins homeward movement on New Year day and will sail from Lagunade Bay on the transport Sherton.
A 22 year old son of Joseph D charme, a prominent farmer six miles south of the city, died from burns after his mother left briefly to fetch water. She returned to find the child engulfed in flames and both were injured while stripping the burned clothing.
The Western association, a proposed ally of the American league, will be launched at once according to Vice President G. W. Burnham. The circuit will include Grand Rapids Detroit Toledo Indianapolis Minneapolis St Paul Kansas City and another city undecided.
The board of naval construction selects yards for three armored cruisers and three battleships. One cruiser goes to Cramps, one to Newport News, one to Union Ironworks in California. One battleship is awarded to Fore River Engine Works in Quincy Massachusetts.
Eight carloads of partly spoiled bananas stored in a central warehouse have been condemned by health authorities and ordered destroyed. The action follows a dispute between banana dealers and an alleged trust as local dealers refused to buy the fruit.
Cape Town correspondent reports Boers reach Cape Colony at two points about 100 miles apart. One commando moves toward Phillipstown near Kimberley, the other crosses the Orange River toward Cradock. General MacDonald engages the invaders as they retreat toward the Orange River.
Reports from Johannesburg describe General Clements' forces nearly captured at Kooitgedacht with Boers strong in defense. Boers celebrated a near miss for the British as artillery halted furthers. Colonel Legge showed bravery, falling after shooting five Boers before taking five bullets.
Boers crossing the Orange River into Cape Colony west of Aliwal North engaged Cape Rifles and Brabant's force on Saturday. The opposing force retired with loss as fighting occurred in the Cape Town district on December 19.
The Times denounces misguided leniency toward the Boers in an editorial from London dated December 19. It argues that the disaster to General Clement’s force stemmed from this approach and asserts a war conduct expected of any civilized nation.
London December 19 the government publicly appeals to employers who have kept open positions for yeomanry colonials and volunteers to continue their patriotic support and minimize sacrifices by maintaining service opportunities for those in the country’s defense.
Lord Kitchener dispatch from Pretoria dated Dec 17 says all British wounded in the Nooitgedacht engagement have arrived and are doing well. The report conveys reassurance on the health of the wounded.
Mrs Jane Elizabeth Waggoner aged 70 died in Lockhaven Pa from paralysis. She was the great great granddaughter of President John Adams and the great granddaughter of John Quincy Adams. Her grandfather fell in the War of 1812, father served in the Mexican War, husband killed in the Civil War at Atlanta, her son served in the Civil War, and her grandson Lieutenant Gardner was killed in the Philippines.
The funeral of Oswald Ottendorfer editor and proprietor of Staats Zeitung was held today. Services were held at the house with family and intimate associates, then the body was taken to Liederkranz hall where eulogies were given.
London reports the gazetting of George J. Goschen as Viscount Goschen of Hawkhurst, the former first lord of the admiralty, and Matthew White Ridley as Viscount Ridley, the former home secretary in the late ministry.
London dispatch reports sixty American Social Democrats have landed in Wellington to form a settlement under New Zealand’s advanced legislation. The move aims to create a community aligned with local social policies and reform goals.
Washington reports a forthcoming fight over the Hopkins reapportionment bill after the holiday recess. Minority census committee members plan a minority report proposing a 194 000 population basis to avoid any state losing representation, expanding the house to 387. Ends with potential new minority report from Crumpacker to curb Southern gains.
Washington reports the house committee on rivers and harbors expects final bill action before recess. The measure with continuing contracts is seen rising beyond typical estimates and may require scaling. A $225,000 survey for the 14 foot canal linking the Great Lakes to the Mississippi and $2,200,000 for Luttermilk Channel in New York are provisionally approved amid committee battles.
Henry Labouchere, writing in Truth, argues Britain should accept the amended Hay-Pauncefote treaty. He notes Britain’s practical influence over the Suez canal and Red Sea, questions risk of U.S. ill will, and says Britain would be wise to embrace the U.S. backed modification.
The senate committee on finance favored a report on a house bill allowing mint coinage superintendents to exchange gold bars for gold coin at no charge or discretion. Current law requires a charge on such exchanges.
A Ferrol dispatch reports mutiny aboard the Spanish training ship As Asturias in support of a punished cadet. Among the mutineers are the Duke of Montpensier and a son of the Count of Caserta. An inquiry will be ordered.
Senator Nelson proposes an amendment to the army reorganization bill authorizing the secretary of war to issue Krag-Jorgensen rifles and equipment to governors of states and territories for National Guard use.
Peter Ganes and Nettie Adams were arrested and charged with trying to wreck an Illinois Central passenger train north of Para by placing an obstruction on the tracks. Jessie Jehl is wanted on the same charge but not yet captured.
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