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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1900
Page
1
Well dressed men discuss the new fall shoes at Bon's New Shoe Store this season. The store attracts attention as fashion and footwear trends draw shoppers seeking the latest styles.
The note recalls the Palace in Cheyenne as a landmark older than the state and hints at a future era rich with novelties from Denver observatory and markets. It envisions September transitions and crowds gathering with wagons and crowds driving to attractions and a revived foam of pleasures.
August 17 report from Pekin details American troops breaching the imperial wall and entering the forbidden city in a bid to seize the palace. Captain Reilly of the Fifth battery was killed on the outer wall. six Americans died and eighteen wounded as Gatling guns performed well. Russians arrived later but declined to assault further. a conference with Chaffee led to a rest of operations.
Allied dispatch from Shanghai dated August 24 says a provisional government is forming in Pekin after reports Prince Tuan and the dowager empress were captured. The empress fled after observing Tung Fu Sing’s troops ravaging the country and returned in fear. Li Hung Chang confirms the emperors’ demoralized condition in reform talks.
The Chinese minister Sir Chen Lo Peng Lu doubts the dowager empress is captured. He says Pekin ministers lost their heads mentally and argues that upon knowing the real situation the powers may negotiate with Li Hung Chang, unless they seek to disrupt the empire.
The new street from here to Fairmount will open with a women led program on the opening day. The event is organized by the Welles Circle of the King's Daughters and the Children's Home and aims to raise funds for charity. The plan has drawn local attention as a philanthropic showcase. Chicago Local Championship organizers invite a games series to decide the title with President Hart proposing schedule changes to clear dates in October for the series.
Washington August 24 The battleship Oregon is reported to have left her dock for Kure Japan this morning and should be ready for service in about a week. The navy department has not yet decided whether to send her to Tokiy or to Shanganra.
In a fragmentary report, rumors claim President Loubet will issue an amnesty proclamation for Captain Dreyfus and Lieutenant Geigner Piquart, prompting resignations amid political turmoil. The text is garbled but suggests a political shakeup tied to Dreyfus era clemency debates.
London dispatch notes the emperor remained in Pekin under allied protection affecting impending questions. Empress dowager and Prince Tuan reportedly captured by Japanese. Taun viceroy Chao Chu Chia appointed. Amoy rioting prompts Marines to guard Japanese legation. temple burned and order restored. US contemplates China policy, no extra congressional session favored.
New York August 24 The will of the late Collin P Huntington was made public at noon today. The bulk directs disposition of stocks and real estate. Princess Matefeldt receives one million dollars for her trust while Mrs Huntington gains the Fifth Avenue home and furnishings.
Pretoria reports Lieutenant Cordan the Boer convicted of instigating the plot to kidnap Lord Roberts has been sentenced to death and Lord Roberts has approved the sentence.
Washington August 1. The population of St Louis according to the twelfth census is 77,988, an increase of 20,406 or 87.44 percent.
The message notes that jars have arrived for the Wareh Mercantila company.
New York reports indicate Bob Fitzsimmons is favored at 2 to 1 over Tom Sharkey as they prepare for the 25 round bout at Seaside Athletic Club. Both fighters are in top shape for a prize of $20,000, with fans split over which veteran will prevail in the grueling matchup.
New York August 24 Superintend ent of Buildings John Dooner predicts Madison Square Garden will be packed on August 29 for the Avanchial and John L. Sullivan testimonial. Every notable eastern boxer has volunteered their services.
Akron reports a quiet night with state troops patrolling public buildings and crowds kept away. A false alert about a 300 person mob headed to Cleveland to lynch a prisoner was circulated, while Rhoda Davidson, a 19 year old girl, is dying from riot injuries.
A shirtwaist hop at Belvidere bowl in Larchmont New York drew about 200 summer residents and yachtmen. Attendees wore shirtwaists with rubies and plaits and prizes were awarded for the best moves. William and Miss Fernande were among the prize winners.
In Chicago on a delayed hearing, Mrs. Charles Gloeckner presses a police magistrate to order her estranged husband to support their starving infant. The child, held by a sister, died in the courtroom as the case was about to be called. a woman attorney for the mother announced the tragedy and adjourned the hearing.
The World reprints a cable noting Andrew Carnegie at his residence in Ghibo castje and asking if he planned to stump the United States for Bryan, reflecting rumors of his opposition to imperial policy.
Chee Foo correspondent reports Sixth United States Cavalry led by Colonel Theodore J. Wint routed ten thousand Boxers outside Tien Twin near Pekin. Force included 475 Renegades and Pun Enbia mounted on Indian horses and 200 Japanese cavalry. Four hundred Chinese killed, three hundred prisoners, six towns burned, four American wounded.
A Lander representative visits S Bons Sons new Cheyenne store relocated from Sisteemh street in 1807 moved up town for central access. The revamped shop features plate glass windows and a modern moving ladder system. Brands include Jemess Muller Hanan & Son Pingree & Smith and W L Douglas.
Hervard Featherstone writes from St. Joseph's hospital in Denver praising Dr Stevens for his treatment. Doctors expect he will walk within two months and soon sit up and move with aid as his injuries heal, according to the Republican report.
The town discusses local fruit as Dinvean’s store hosts exhibitions of apples from Hix Horn county. Officials moved beggars from the porch area after a patrol report, while the town prepares a concert and dance featuring the city’s best vocal and instrumental artists later in the evening.
Conductor Dave Evaon suffered a bad knee injury when he missed a stop and tumbled off the end of a sand car on a thin train. The accident occurred Saturday as the train halted unexpectedly.
Local records note the birth of a ten pound boy to a well known attorney Mike Junior and Michael Barry, with pride from the proud dad and family. Details on name and further parentage not disclosed in the fragment.
A small crowd gathers at Turner ball as the Turners perform in a casual beer garden setting. The event, described as a come thin evening, features local music and community chatter amid informal sports banter.
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