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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1900
Page
1
Washington June 1 A concerned debate in Congress focuses on China as great power rivalry grows in the east. Varying fears of European interference and potential Russian moves at Port Arthur are weighed against Open Door policy and the risk of disorder in China triggering international action.
Results show New York-N York 6 5 2 errors in a 4 to 7 loss to Pittsburg amid mixed fielding. Brooklyn 8 10 0 tied St Louis 8 9 0 with no errors. Boston 9 8 1 beat Cincinnati 2 7 4. Philadelphia 2 5 2 fell to Chicago 7 11 1 with Chicago piling 7 runs.
The article argues Britain must address rising coal prices and imports to avoid industrial harm. It traces historical export trends from 1621 to 1899 and warns that exhausting domestic coal stores would impoverish the nation. It notes railway and industry cost pressures and protectionist tensions with foreign markets.
Boxer disturbances in Tien Tsin spill into Pekin as the Chaldbreck McGregor Bank and warehouse, plus the Equitable Life Building, are set ablaze. About one hundred American blue jackets guard the U S Embassy at Pekin with three hundred more arriving by transport.
The passage touts Hood's Sarsaparilla with claims that countless cures prove its merit for diseases caused by impure blood and says it is the best medicine money can buy. It also notes Hood's Pills as effective for digestion and nausea.
T H Becker of 531 Lilw invites orders for coal starting June 1 at 3.25 dollars per ton cash and 1.75 per half ton, with 80 day terms at 3.40 and 1.90 respectively. He also offers flour, feed, and produce with prompt attention and thanks friends for past favors. Columbus Beer ad promotes Hoster's Columbus Beer for family and medical use.
A co partnership formed by J N Echols and J E Echols under J N Echols & Company requires all accounts due to J N Echols to be settled by June 1 1900 or be turned over to an attorney for collection. May 17 1900.
Washington June 1 The senate passed the sundry civil bill last night leaving only two appropriation measures the Military Academy and the deficiency to finish by session end An agreement between Senators Alison and Jones aimed to adjourn on June 6 if the sundry civil bill cleared before adjournment Senate work stretched to 7 pm under the pact with no unforeseen event anticipated.
Washington June 1 The senate committee on privileges and elections reached an agreement to let Senator Clark Montana rest where it is with no further steps to refer Clark or Maginnis credentials to the committee and no further action on the resolution concerning Clark's original election.
A dispatch from Oran reports thousands of armed Moors moving toward three French stations in South Algiers with occupiers including Igli. French forces reinforce these points and establish strong outposts in anticipation of attacks.
530 ln FOR SALE Two story frame dwelling rooms pantry wardrobes cistern under back porch 3 lots situated on McDowell street Graham Va Terms Part down balance in easy payments For particulars call on or address W B tord Graham Va 46 If you smoke 10 cent cigars try Lew Wal lace For sale by Flat-Top Grocery Company 6 IT 3w
W H Campbell and Co announces lower coal prices for cash with spot cash rates set at 3.25 per ton and 1.75 per half ton. Pay day time is 3.50 per ton and 1.90 per half ton.
Fragmentary report notes cigars labeled superieres with claims of superior taste quality. Mentions medical science and Hoste Beer in a crude association. Details are unclear about date or event and no named organizations are clearly identifiable.
A dispatch reports continued clashes as Boer bands threaten to disrupt Lord Roberts’ advance from Johannesburg toward Pretoria. Sixteen British, including a colonel, killed in a surprise attack near Douglass Griquilane, with Boer morale deteriorating and many rebels surrendering as the capital’s fate remains uncertain.
Boer peace commission chairman Fischer asserts President Kruger will not surrender while troops and oxen guard the Transvaal transport. He claims Kruger retreated to Waterval Bovea, declaring the capital choice shows resolve and that Lord Roberts actions mean little. Wessels adds Roberta may yet be drawn into a trap.
Emperor William I honored at Holtenau ceremony with all German princes in attendance. The event marked the unveiling of a monument to William I, father of the empire, as Hamburg reported.
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