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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1900
Page
1
A major clash with boxers in China ends with unclear outcome as authorities maintain tight silence. Reports focus on battlefield events, rival forces, and potential geopolitical tensions shaping the aftermath. Local observers await official confirmation amid heightened security in the region.
Prominent figure Kempff mobilizes forces for confrontation near Tien Tsin as tensions rise with foreign powers. Threats and ominous gathering signals hint at imminent clash.
London reports on the Boxer rebellion in China with fighting near Tien Tsin and Peking. Chinese troops reportedly kill Boxers while legations await orders and Boxers gain sympathy among masses. Japan faces diplomatic tension over Korea and Russia's influence looms in regional responses.
Admiral Kempff aboard the Newark reports a battle yesterday between Chinese forces and Boxers near Tien Tsin and says a large number of Boxers are expected to reach the area tomorrow. Power representatives in Peking plan to urge immediate action to quell rioters, with Conger likely to join. Telegraphic links between Peking and Taku are said to be interrupted, complicating possible reinforcements.
A June 8 dispatch from Admiral Kempff signals a critical Chinese crisis. The State Department has limited Conger and Kempff to protecting lives and property, acting independently of other powers. A naval meeting at Taku discusses joint defense, implying the Tien Tsin area’s danger may exceed multi power maneuvers.
At the Democratic Congressional Convention for Ohio Eleventh District in Athens Thomas H. Craig of Athens was nominated by acclamation to oppose General Charles H. Grosvenor. Judge O. W. H. Wright presided. Delegates for the Kansas City convention include W. E. Fink and Charles E. Peoples with Wright and Dennis Steele as alternates. The Chicago platform was unanimously endorsed and Bryan was favored.
Evansville Ind June 8 Searle Johann nineteen year old son of ex Coroner Johann and a high school student suicided today by shooting himself in the head. The cause attributed is being jilted by a young lady and the frequent use of cigarettes. Just before taking his life he told the cook a funny story.
Fall River Massachusetts June 8 Coachman Philip Scully sues rival William Yates and Dr. Nathaniel Aldrich for 50000 alleging both won his wife Jessie Scully’s affections. Scully also pursues a separate 50000 suit against Aldrich for alienation of affections.
Assistant Adjutant General Murray ordered an investigation into alleged unbecoming conduct by Captain Longmire and Sergeant McClure, governor Beckham's mustering officers chased from Maysville by police and taking refuge in Aberdeen Ohio. Major J Em bry Allen will conduct the inquiry to decide if a court martial is required. Longmire and McClure deny the charges in letters to Colonel Murray.
A brief feature profiles the marriage of Grand Duke George of Russia to his wife, detailing their royal alliance and social standing within the Russian imperial family.
Sheriff Sweptson brought Richard Gardiner to Chillicothe from Columbus after his capture for the murder of Ethel Long. Gardiner will be arraigned in Common Pleas Court to plead to a first degree murder charge. The arrival surprised locals who knew nothing of his presence.
Examinations of the classes are finished and the Academic Board will publish findings. The graduating class may not take the usual three months leave. they are required to report back in thirty days as their services are needed to fill vacancies in several regiments.
Harrodsburg Kentucky June 8 Mrs Lucy Latta visiting the Confederate reunion in Louisville found a daguerreotype of herself in a store window. The photo traced a Civil War romance from Miss Renfro to Private Jones of the Second Kentucky Infantry C S A. Jones gave it to Lt Charles H Thomas. it was recovered from Thomas after the Hartsville battle. Thomas reportedly loved the girl. The image was later displayed by Charles T Smith L N Transportation chief to aid identification. Mrs Latta resides three miles from Harrodsburg.
Washington observers marked Mrs Mc Kinley’s birthday with many callers flowers and telegrams. The president plans to stay in Washington until after the National Republican Convention in Philadelphia which opens June 19.
Nashville reports Evelyn Baldwin, Arctic explorer and Peary and Wellman participant, believes the Andre party likely perished in Arctic sea ice rather than balloon disaster. He cites possible future clues from buoys or equipment, notes Andre may be heard from by fall, and plans a polar voyage in 1901.
Miss Helen Gould the New York heiress and her party arrived in Richmond Kentucky from Berea today at 1 o'clock and were hosted at Senator and Mrs C F Burnam for luncheon and an informal reception. They departed at 2 o'clock by the Louisville and Nashville Railroad toward Mammoth Cave via Lexington and Louisville.
A nitroglycerin mishap at the Fontanet plant near Brazil Indiana this afternoon caused the death of Matthew Reed and injuries to several employees. Reed reportedly dropped a half bucket of nitroglycerin near the mixer mill triggering the blast.
The Official Gazette says Captain Field of the Ranger did not threaten Port La Paz but made a courteous inquiry to local officials about a habeas corpus case before the Mexican Supreme Court. The U S government disapproved the captain's actions and an investigation of Field and the American Consul at La Paz is ordered with results to be reported to Mexico.
The annual memorial will be held at Confederate Cemetery in Camp Chase tomorrow. Captain Leathers the Louisville mayor and a Sons of Confederate Veterans delegation will attend. Governor Nash and Captain Leathers will give the principal addresses. Flowers from many Southern States will be laid on Confederate graves.
Tammany leaders in New York decide not to send more than 280 to 300 delegates to the National Convention in Kansas City, about eight from each district. The initial plan was for 500 due to heavy expenses.
Washington bureau dispatch notes two new names for the Republican vice presidency. Illinois Representative Hitt and Irving C. Scott of San Francisco are circulating as options. Pacific Coast supporters signal backing for Scott. Hitt boom lacks a single sponsor.
Washington June 8 President issues recess commissions under the military appropriation bill making Nelson A. Miles a Lieutenant General commanding the army and H O Corbin a Major General Adjutant General. Miles will keep his staff. aides Michler Bailey and Whitney gain Colonel of cavalry rank.
In Noblesville Indiana a riot in Carmel left two men dead and a third wounded. Evangelist Cyclone Johnson shot Frank Cary a wealthy farmer and county commissioner’s son who had attempted to arrest him. Johnson was then killed by unknown shooters. Cary’s death shakes many local families across the county.
In Havana June 8 the Auditor's Department voided 15000 dollars of vouchers, including 2000 dollars billed twice, mostly in Muncie Indiana. Fidelity Company to be held responsible as Rathbone's bond. Rathbone and Neely linked in signing disputes as Corydon Rich posts a 2000 dollar bond as Neely case witness.
An early morning explosion in Perrysburg tore up a street and wrecked the streetcar line. Eight people were badly injured and several more lightly hurt as bricks flew and a hand engine and cistern fire were wrecked. Fire caused about 5000 dollars in damage.
Across Texas the heat peaked for three days with temperatures from 101 to 110 degrees in the shade. The day saw one fatal sunstroke in Austin.
At 3 pm Lee Kelly and three inmates escaped after forcing a faulty lock. Pursuing officers could not catch them as Kelly swam the swollen White River with a comrade on his back. He was arrested May 22 for car breaking and is 20 with a prior record.
Heroic rescue teams carried out operations that kept the casualty list low. Early reports credit coordinated efforts and swift action from multiple units in preventing wider harm.
Mine No. 3 near Glouster Ohio erupted in three blasts starting at 7 20 this morning. Fire Boss Evan Joseph John McClelland and Aaron Swanson died in the disaster while two horses injured workers were rushed to safety.
The World Temperance Congress starts in London next Monday with the Archbishop of Cantry delivering an address. The following Thursday he hosts a garden party at Lambeth Palace, and the Lord Mayor opens a delegates reception next Friday. A cosmopolitan temperance meeting will be led by the Earl of Carlisle with Lady Henry Somerset chairing Tuesday and numerous American speakers expected.
Joseph Reeder, treasurer of the A. G. Field Minstrel Company, had his pocket picked at Franklin Park during the fireworks display last night. He reported a loss of about $800 in cash.
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