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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1900
Page
1
Majority Report of Committee on the Coeur dAlene Investigation forwarded to Congress. Military's course commended. Idaho governor’s attitude endorsed and troops praised for wisdom prudence and soldierly behavior. Military acted within the Constitution.
Washington June 6 The House committee report on Idaho labor troubles commends Gen Merriam and troops for their conduct, states the operation was in aid of civil authorities and vindicates military actions while honoring Idaho governor and President McKinley for restraint and policy.
Report claims free speech and press were curtailed by military power in Shoshone county during a curfew and “permit system.” It alleges the measures targeted criminal elements masquerading as organized labor and that civil prisoners were held under guard with humane treatment. Lieut Lyons did not force workers but secured their right to work after pressure from labor leaders.
San Francisco June 6 Chinese consuls and leaders vow to resist detention camps. Ho Yow declared their people would rather risk lives than remain under confinement by American physicians for an unspecified period.
Robert Bradley a self confessed counterfeiter dropped dead in San Francisco shortly after being sentenced to three years in the penitentiary by Judge De Haven Heart disease was the cause of death in the United States District Court.
Three men were struck by a train near Penny Bridge on Long Island this morning. The victims were working near a station area when the incident occurred. Authorities are investigating the accident and identifying the individuals involved.
Congress adjourned at eight this afternoon after the House and Senate stayed in session through the night. The President and cabinet joined at the Capitol as bills were signed. Most major questions were decided. only naval and sundry civil appropriations and armor-item disputes remained unresolved. The Senate confirmed John R. Hazell for Eastern New York District Judge, plus Porto Rico appointments and General Wheeler’s promotion.
In Boston, Boston 6 runs 9 hits 3 errors vs St Louis 12 runs 46 hits 1 error with Cuppy Clark Hughey and Robinson. In Brooklyn Brooklyn 8 runs 8 hits 1 error vs Chicago 3 runs 5 hits 7 errors with Kennedy Farrel Garvin Donahue. In New York New York 5 runs 9 hits 9 errors vs Cincinnati 11 runs 14 hits 0 errors with Deoheny Hawley Warner Breitenstein Penz. In Philadelphia Philadelphia 3 runs 9 hits 8 errors vs Pittsburg 6 runs 10 hits 2 errors with Orth Douglass Waddell Zimmer.
Reports describe a pitched battle near Pekin between Boxers and regular Chinese troops with many dead on both sides. Cossacks aided Imperial forces as Japan protests Russia’s plan to land troops. Mutilated missionary bodies and burnt stations underline a worsening crisis. Foreign warships land more marines as trains halt.
An old advertisement blends health claims for Hood’s Sarsaparilla and Hood’s Pills with a coal price notice from W.H. Campbell & Co. It promotes remedies for blood purification and constipation while detailing cash and installment coal pricing. The mixed item also warns against imitations of CASCARETS Candy Cathartic.
A local notice outlines coal prices starting June 1 for spot cash and 30 day terms, with rates per ton and per half ton, plus offerings in ice, flour, feed, and produce. The message thanks friends for past favors and invites orders, promising prompt attention. The notice also advertises Kermott's Chocolates Laxative Quin ine for cold relief.
A notice warns that all water rents must be paid immediately or service will be cut off without further notice. The document also records a business reorganization for J N Echols & Company with accounts due to J N Echols due by June 1, 1900, and a dated advertisement for a 10 cent cigar.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Buckien Arnica Salve as a universal remedy for eruptions fevers sores boils corns warts cuts burns and chilblains. It claims rapid relief and a money back guarantee sold by all druggists at a low price.
A June 6 cabinet briefing notes China’s alarming telegrams from Pekin and Conger with Marines potentially sent from Manila if needed. It also covers Judge Ewart's failed Senate nomination, Pritchard's seat prospects, and party plans amid North Carolina disfranchisement pressures.
The Oregon victory boosts Republican leaders in Washington as Democrats expected gains. National issue contrasts and imperialism framed the race with Bryan delivering speeches to large crowds. Pacific coast leaders, including Senators McBride and Perkins, declare no electoral hope for Bryan on the coast.
The Gazette reports the Dowager Empress has ordered the Foreign Office to avoid interfering with the Boxer movement. It also claims the Viceroy advised troops to block further foreign landing and that current operations aim to halt foreign reinforcements to Pekin.
Missouri Governor Bays refuses to mobilize state troops as street violence continues in St Louis. He argues city authorities have exhausted all remedies and municipal leaders must first quell the unrest with police and local forces before any state intervention.
The foreign office reports that the Pekin diplomatic corps has authorized admirals of the fleets at Taku to use any means necessary to safeguard European and native Christians. The move aims to ensure protection amid tensions in the region.
The light draft gunboat Helena has been ordered to join Admiral Kempff's squadron at Taku. An unrelated advertising blurb promotes Superiores cigars and Columbus Beer. A testimonial claims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cured a long standing ailment. Beware of counterfeits. H N White.
J Q Hovod justice of the peace Crosby Mississippi testifies that One Minute Cough Cure relieves his wife after the first dose and benefits his entire family. The product is praised as an immediate remedy for coughs colds croup grippe bronchitis asthma and throat and lung troubles.
An ad touts Dr King s New Life Pills as improving brain and body power and curing liver and bowel troubles. It cites D J Moore of Millbrook Alabama as a user and promotes early riser pills from DeWit's. Also includes real estate for sale in Graham Virginia and a dye satisfaction guarantee offer from Monroe Drug Co and Fiat Top Grocery Co.
An old advertisement touts Kermott's Chocolates as a laxative quinine remedy for a cold in the head. It promises quick relief and easy taste, framing the product as a simple cure.
Lord Roberts declares occupation of the Transvaal capital the achievement of the British forces despite opposition. The flag flies over Pretoria as authorities assert control and emphasize the success of the campaign in the region.
Lord Roberts reports Pretoria captured after a successful British advance. General Dewet claimed to have surrounded and captured five hundred Imperial Yeomanry. Reports note enthusiastic British reception, a three day armistice at Laing's Nek, and signs the conflict may end within a fortnight.
England Germany and Russia reportedly agreed to cooperate against the Chinese Boxers and station squadrons in the Gulf of Pechili. France was not yet signed on but expected to join.
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