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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1900
Page
1
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Readers nationwide express strong views on foreign policy urging decisive measures and the annexation of new territories. Opinions vary between restrained diplomacy and bold pursuit of expansion, reflecting a national debate on American role abroad.
Washington reports President McKinley hopeful for a less tense China crisis and a quick restoration of order to protect American lives and property. He asserts US actions in China are purely protective, while news of foreign ministers leaving north China raises fears of anti foreign sentiment and possible hostages. Secretary Hay and the White House discuss options amid a wave of opinions ranging from protection to territorial ideas.
Diplomatic representatives in the city report scant information from their governments on the China crisis. Some vague dispatches have arrived, but the difficulty in obtaining accurate news leaves all involved governments uneasy about the situation.
British capital quietly acquires undeveloped coal lands in the Southern States as England moves toward greater coal independence. Options cover hundreds of acres in Alabama and nearby areas with mining expected to start within six months.
A Chicago Tribune dispatch from Minneapolis reports six prisoners escaped at Fort Snelling after a mule kicked guard Private Winn. The garrison was rushed to pursuit, four privates recaptured, one remains missing, and multiple shots were fired with fears of serious injury.
In a Washington note, the Philippines are hailed as a gateway to Asia enhancing direct commerce with the Dutch and Anglo-Japanese spheres. The piece argues Manila strengthens U S trade power, Navy and Army reach, and influence over China, framing the Philippines as a vital asset for open trade and protection of Americans abroad.
New York reports indicate a world championship bout may be arranged between Jim Jeffries and Gus Roblin. Jeffries is ready for a limited round match and Billy Madden confirms Roblin’s readiness. Madison Square Garden is the likely venue for the contest.
Ex Secretary J Sterling Morton, in a Chicago interview, says the Gold Democrats remain opposed to Bryan on the question of monetary policy. Morton recently spoke after a conference with eastern Gold Democrats, signaling their unified stance.
Simla report lists a Chinese expedition force from India totaling 223 officers 508 non commissioned officers 940 native troops 7170 camp followers and 1250 horses. The march covers twenty thousand miles and includes six field pieces and eleven maxims. The verso notice advertises a good gentle Mileh cow for sale via T L Smithdeal.
Boston Mississippi June 28 a warrant has been issued for the arrest of Rev Holy Ghost Sanford on an abduction charge involving a Tacoms Washington girl. The case portrays the clergyman as a suspect in a heinous crime and custody is expected soon.
July 2 to 7 event list invites the public to attend the Roanoke Carnival. Medical advert claims Haste Beer Reports credit the One Minute Cough Cure with saving over fifteen hundred lives, mainly from grippe croup asthma whooping cough bronchitis and pneumonia. Early use is said to prevent consumption. H N White.
In Cincinnati the Reds hosted Boston and Boston won 7 to 2 with 11 hits and 1 error. Batteries Phillips Wood for Boston and Lewis Sullivan for Cincinnati. In Pittsburgh the Pirates defeated Philadelphia 8 to 0 with 5 hits and 3 errors. Leever Zimm faced Frasier McFarland for Philadelphia. No other games were scheduled.
J E Lilly of Hannibal Missouri credits Dr King's New Discovery with a miraculous recovery from typhoid fever that progressed to pneumonia. He says one bottle brought relief, he recovered fully, and the medicine is a quick effective cure for lung troubles with trials free and guaranteed.
A testimonial claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests what you eat to nourish the body and rebuild worn stomach organs. The ad asserts instant relief and a complete cure for stomach troubles with a claim by H. N. White.
Skin eruptions and related ailments are claimed to be treated by Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The advertisement says it cures eruptions and aids tanning, fever sores, ulcers, boils, felons, corns, warts, cuts, burns, and chapped hands. Sold by all druggists for 25 cents a box with a cure guaranteed.
An advertisement extols Electric Bitters as the best medicine to regulate stomach liver and kidneys and purify the blood claiming it gives clear eyes velvety skin and a rich complexion. It cites testimonials including H N White and A Bancock praising relief from rheumatic pain and a hip injury with Chamberlain's Pain Balm. It notes price and availability at local drug stores.
The article lists quotes from William Suter McClellan O H Bemont and Elliott Danforth on their views for possible Bryan vice presidential candidates. It notes Suter opposes imperialism and distrusts trusts while McClellan says he is not seeking the nomination and Danforth would accept if New York leaders decide on him.
The health problem is simpler with Hood's Sarsaparilla. It aids digestion and blood purity and is claimed to cure scrofula salt rheum catarrh dyspepsia rheumatism and other diseases. Hood's Pills are recommended as a family cathartic.
Norfolk and Western Ki wty and Pennsylvania Railroad list routes via Hegelstown Harrisburg to Atlantic City Cape May Ocean City Sea Isle City Avalor Eaglesea Wildwood Holly Beach New Jersey Tickets sale dates July 5 19 August 2 19 validity seventeen days stopover option at Philadelphia on arrival through Pullman Sleepers Knoxville Roanoke Philadelphia New York rates from Roanoke apply to Western Passenger Agent Roanoke Va Coal price reductions cash and on payday time set by W H Campbell Co 631 tf
G H Wilson of Burgettstown Washington Do Pa relates severe stomach pains last night and weak morning. He cites Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy from Miller Me Curdy drug store as miracle cure after one dose. He asserts he would not endure last night again for fifty times its price. Sold by H N Waite.
Endorsed as restoring health and vigor by improving stomach liver kidneys and bowels, the ad claims indomitable will and energy come from Dr King’s New Lily Pills. Available for 25 cents at drug stores.
Allied forces drove Chinese troops back and brought Admiral and 200 wounded to Tientsin as Seymour's brave band was rescued.
Refugees from inland districts recount terrible massacres of native Christians and arming of Armenians amid siege. Foreign ministers report port Arthur action as Russian forces, under Col. Schivinsky, relieve Seymour and hundreds of wounded. Admiral Seymour returns to Pekin with 93 dead and 812 wounded.
Shanghai reports describe a heavy loss for Admiral Seymour in Formosa where native Christians and Russians are massacred by rivals. Japanese efforts saved the situation amid uprisings, with refugees recounting brutal violence as officials with gunboats offer limited protection. Allied forces contacted Seymour Monday night and drove back the Chinese as they retreat to Tieo Tsin. Admiral Seymour’s corps suffered greatly and the relief force numbered ten thousand men.
A dispatch from Pekin reports the Russian war ministry has issued telegraphic secret orders to all authorities to prepare for mobilization with dates June 18 and 19. Vice Admiral Beadman adds that ministerial arrivals with Seymour were noted and fighting continues beyond Tein Tein.
New York telegrams report that missionaries at Wie-Rein escaped after their mission house was destroyed by Boxers. Messages also came from Coefoo and Lobenstein at Shanghia and from Fena at Pekin, though no word from Pekin or Peso Tiu Fa. The Wie Heian mission was burned but the missionaries are safe. property loss estimated at forty thousand dollars.
Admiral Kempff cables that about twelve thousand troops are ashore. He swaps Nassville for Yoratowao to go to Coefoo. The Yorktown will serve as a dispatch boat, deemed more suitable.
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