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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1900

Page

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Boston Woman Identified in Charles River Death

The body of Mary E Penney Kelley of Huntington Avenue was identified as that of Mrs. Joseph Kelley. Officials regard the death as likely suicide after weeks of mental illness. Neighbors note her melancholy and her nurse companion reported her escape during a walk on Monday evening. The couple recently moved from Brooklyn seeking relief, and rings were missing from the deceased. Medical examiner Swan ruled drowning as the cause.

Charles River Joseph Kelley Huntington Avenue Kelley Kelleys Kley Montreal Summer Street Cambridge Swan Back Bay John Schwamb Elm Street Boston New York Gwan B.avenue

Harvard vs Yale defeats Yale. pitchers dominate at class day game

Harvard beat Yale 3 0 in New Haven as Stillman and Robertson pace a pitching duel to the eighth. Harvard's batting streak produced all three runs aided by defensive miscues. Devens injured by a pitched ball.

Harvard Yale Devens Nbew Haven Conn Robertson Stillman Innning Clark Coolidge Sullivan Hirsh Reid Laughlin Captain Camp Fincke Oue Camp Wild George New York R. B. PO Rendall Sooldge Geo Es Pipe Dale Merkel D- Phe Cccvesescseeeees Sharpe Guernsey Detectors DSS Tee Ee Eae eGerersase Tacos Hessagen Sok Eee Hank Anes Blarvard Hocsseens

Fire damages large Catholic church in Traneien

A large Catholic church in town was heavily damaged by fire early this morning. Investigators estimate the loss at about $20,000 with the front of the building largely burned and sections of the structure partially ev. Police were expected to provide more details later.

Traneien, Jr Gary

Optical shop ad highlights eye exams and discounts

A fragmented newspaper advertisement promotes eye examinations and glasses at a reduced price. It touts an optician offering guidance on lenses and frames, with various price points and a bold implied sale.

Refugees report siege in foreign quarter amid Pekin crisis

Refugees from Tien Tein describe the foreign quarter as a slaughter pen after week of bombardment. Reports say Seymour and his force are surrounded by a Chinese army and facing capture or destruction as missionaries flee Canton and authorities warn of imminent peril.

Che. Foo Seymour CH Foo Tien Tein Pekin Caus Canton

Fresh outbreak fears in China as southern provinces edge toward revolt

London reports a new ebullition in China with possible immediate outbreaks in major southern provinces. Despatches warn of rising hostility to foreigners centered on Nanking and Canton, with Li Hung Chang ordered to Pekin and factions fearing violent uprisings if he leaves.

London China Great Southern Nanking Daily Express Kang Wu Grand Canal Liu Kun Yih Prince Tuan Tsung Li Yamen Canton Daily Telegraph Hong Kong Guangs Li Hung Chang Pekin

Chaffee to Command Forces in China

Washington declares government plans to place a strong military force in China Brigadier General Adna R Chaffee is ordered to take command and proceed to Pekin via San Francisco and Taku The move follows a Chinese viceroy request to keep foreign troops out and a State Department stance to protect officials and citizens in danger while eyes turn to Pekin for decisive action

Washington China Adna R. Chaffee Chaffee Meikelsohn State Department Li Hung Chang Pekin Hay Conger Pete

Orders to General Chaffee to Pekin Gain Added Meaning

A fragment notes that commands to General Chaffee directing him to proceed to Pekin take on an added significance. It implies heightened importance around a military move or strategic objective tied to Pekin. The text centers on command relevance and situational emphasis.

Chaffee

Kempff's Despatch Reports Tien Tsin Relief Force Progress

Navy Department receives Admiral Kempff cablegram from Taku dated June 25 stating the relief column reached Tien Tsin with Pekin forces moving from Tien Tsin toward the besieged city. The dispatch notes a small portion in reserve and promises continued assistance from the relief contingent.

Washington Navy Department Kempff Taku Th Navy Tien Tsin Pekin Tien Twin

Missionaries Reach Chefu Amid Chinese Uprising

A cable despatch reports 148 American missionaries and staff arrived safely from Pekin and Tien Tsin. Many were from the American Board and Presbyterian missions. hope fades for those in Pao Ting Fu as insurrection rages.

Che FU Pekin Tien Tsin Pao Ting Fu Attar Reid Davis Walkers Verity Gamewell Ament Ewing Wewell Gilman Gloss Martins American Board Presbyterian Ladies’ Missions Tien’ Tsin

Discord Among Forgeries? Imitation Text from RUS Anglo-America Clash

The report notes discord between Russians and Anglo-Americans aboard the British cruiser Terrible and claims Russians plan to seize a concert and claim possession. The piece suggests Admiral Seymour’s command faced internal issues.

Seymour

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