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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1900
Page
2
London reports a day of disaster as fifty thousand British troops close on Boer forces near Kroonstad. With war telegrams sparse, uncertainty grows over the situation south of Kroonstad and a potential second raid. Derbyshire losses are estimated at 600 to 700 men.
London reports the sudden shutdown of Roberts' communications and heavy losses in the field. British detachments faced strong Boer forces, with conditions described as threatening a fifty mile separation north and south of a Roodeval to Heilbron line. General Forestier-Walker’s remarks on Methuen and Heilbron add to unsettled outlook.
General Buller reports from Natal that a 3,000 strong enemy force at the Klip River defile withdrew after heavy guns open fire led by Major May and Captain Jones. South African Light Horse and Second Cavalry Brigade covered the left front with six killed and seven wounded casualties.
London reports General Forestier-Walker describing a Roodevaal disaster on June 8. The Derbyshire Regiment fourth battalion suffered major casualties with many killed wounded or taken prisoner. six enlisted men survived. Officers killed include Baird-Douglas Hawley. Wounded include Wilkinson Blanchard. Over 500 men believed captured as Boers held positions north of Kroonstad.
Danville Kentucky special dispatch reports John W. Yerkes receiving strong endorsements from diverse citizens across the state. He confirms his candidacy, pledging an aggressive campaign to restore sovereignty, with independent Democrats and silverites among supporters. He heads to Philadelphia to meet the Republican National Committee.
The Republican National Convention in Philadelphia will be rapped to order with a composite gavel built from wood pieces sourced from every state and territory. Kentucky Chairman Barnett donated dogwood from Lincoln's birthplace near Hodgenville.
Bedford Ind June 11 John R Walsh President of the Southern Indiana Railway and owner of the Hoosier quarry bought the Bodenschatz quarry near Bedford today The price is private The deal includes several miles of valuable belt railway
The legations and Dowager Empress informed the Chinese government that the crisis must end to protect the empire and European interests. They warned that if agreement fails, the people will act on their own. The speaker says they aim to defend economic interests, not seek conquest.
Cable from Peking confirms Tung Cho abandoned by missionaries. Missionaries escaped to Peking. native converts either massacred or scattered. At Tung Cho there were sixteen missionaries, sixteen native helpers, 213 native communicants, 300 adherents, 450 Sunday school members, and 220 pupils in education. Four or five missionaries are known to be in the United States on furloughs.
Washington dispatch notes a rush of Republican leaders leaving for Philadelphia as the National Committee meets. Rumors swirl about Vice Presidential possibilities for Roosevelt, Stannard, Platt and Allison, with Davis seeking a pro-Boer plank and Grain Growers seeking platform recognition amid broader party maneuvering.
The force described as carrying 213 Russians, 62 French marines, and one British gun nears Lang Fong, forty miles from Peking. International troops face a delay and may not reach the capital before Tuesday.
A despatch from St. Petersburg reports that Russia, under an understanding with other powers, orders 5,000 troops held in readiness to march to Tianjin if the Russian minister in Peking requests assistance. The instruction follows a joint understanding and targets Port Arthur as the staging note.
The United States cruiser Albany, commissioned at Newcastle on Tyne in May and bound for the Mediterranean, arrived at Southampton. The Buffalo, sailing from New York on April 19 for a Mediterranean cruise, has also arrived.
The June 10 report notes that without firm actions by the United States Consul and Captain McCalla of the New ark and the British Consul, a larger delay in dispatching international guards to Peking would have occurred. At a consul meeting, Anglo Americans argued for their influence, opposing British preponderance, while Americans lament the small size of the U S force and defer to Washington decisions.
Washington dispatch reports Secretary of the Navy noting forces landed by different nations and opening communications to Peking. Admiral Kempff also reports the arrival of the Monocacy at Taku.
A London despatch from Tien Tsin reports unconfirmed news that the Dowager Empress may have fled to the Russian Legation in Peking. The claim centers on political upheaval in China and lacks official confirmation.
Tokyo advices indicate Boxers advance risks Empress rule without foreign aid. Japan Germany and England seek U S backing to protect common interests while Japan trusts the United States has no selfish aim in China. Japan would resist any power intervening and insists on preserving the dynasty and status quo.
A Shanghai rumor states 4,000 Russian troops with twenty guns have landed at Peel Taiho and are marching toward Peking, stirring international concern as tensions rise in the region.
Indianapolis June 11 Chief Vickery ordered Postoffice Inspector Fletcher to Havana to assist in investigating Neely's alleged defalcation and the messy Post Office at Havana. Fletcher has led Indiana cases for over three years and is known for flushing out culprits.
A Peking dispatch recalls a mob of about forty Boxers looting and burning the Peking Club race track and grandstand while the Military Governor is ordered to police with cavalry and infantry. Marines guard missions as protests flare near the legation and North Cathedral. Business stalls as Boxers parade the streets amid growing tension.
A cable from Peking reported mass killings of native Christians and a dire need for protection. The message, dated June 9, was sent to President McKinley via the Methodist Episcopal Missionary Society led by Davis and Gamewell, with Reverend A B Leonard stressing the peril to missionaries and locals.
London dispatch reports Tsung Li Yamen reorganization elevates four conservative Manchus, replaces Prince Ching with Prince Tuan a strong Boxer ally. The Times views the Empress Dowager’s move as a decisive embrace of anti foreign policy, led by a powerful, headstrong ruler and backed by eunuchs and place hunters.
McLean supporters parade divergent slates for Ohio party tickets with competing claims for Big Four delegates. Names like Bernard Hill Kilbourne Hull and Norton vie for shifts, while nominations for Secretary of State and Ford's Commissioner stir friction as leaders lock in choices for School Commissioner Supreme Judge and Presidential Electors at large.
The discussion centers on continuing U S presence in the Philippines to stabilize government and expand influence across North America while opposing Aguinaldo. The dialogue labels expansionism, trusts, and the Bryan platform as pivotal, with Dowling’s leak triggering a shift in McLean’s conservative strategy to back Bryan and silver, avoiding a costly personal fight at the convention.
Oil Inspector John R. Malloy, long seen as a top state chairmanship prospect, will serve as chief Reading Clerk at this year’s National convention in Philadelphia. His prior tenure as Clerk of the House in Columbus is noted as highly efficient, prompting debate whether the appointment signals changes in chairmanship prospects.
Special Despatch reports Crawford County ministers adopt resolutions remonstrating against George B. Cox appointment as Ohio Committeeman. They state they will not vote the ticket if he is chosen.
In Paris on June 1, M. Denys Cochin pressed the Chamber of Deputies about French actions against the China insurrection and to safeguard the flag. Foreign Minister Delcasse said all French naval forces were placed in Chinese waters and ordered to stay in close contact with diplomatic colleagues.
Special despatch from Frankfort Kentucky reports Indiana Attorney General Taylor predicting Governor Mount will not honor Beckham's extradition requisition for Governor Taylor. Taylor says Mount's stance on the Finley case wins Indiana Republican support and frames Taylor and Finley as political exiles rather than criminals.
London creditors for the Earl of Yarmouth approve a cash composition of ten shillings in the pound. The Earl’s father, the Marquis of Hertford, settled the debts, paving the way for the Earl to return soon to the stage in the United States.
Assistant General Murray reports to the War Department on Kentucky state troops standing and equipment. He recommends Outsville Covington Lexington and Bowling Green as cultable places for mobilization of troops.
Louisville June 11 The Republican gubernatorial convention is likely set for July 17 in Louisville with an early campaign kickoff. State Central Committee Chairman C M Barnett is expected to call a meeting next Saturday to issue the convention call, and a vigorous fight for a free ballot and fair count will be waged statewide.
Brussels reports the Transvaal Government began action against the Franco-Belgian Company over the Kooma-Biselate Railway. The firm is accused of charging £9600 per mile while real costs were £7200. The defense claims the excess funded bribes to receivers including President Kruger and son-in-law Eloff. The company’s agent says carriage gifts to Volksraad members were paid from his own pocket.
The first session of the National Conference of Jewish Charities in the United States began at Sinai Temple in Chicago. Representing Jewish charitable groups nationwide, the three day gathering aims to improve charity systems and curb abuses. President Max Senior of Cincinnati spoke, followed by committee reports.
The Colorado State Court of Appeals ruled that membership in or contract with the Associated Press is not property taxable. The Rocky Mountain News led the suit to block a $25,000 AP franchise assessment, and the lower court’s decision that it was not taxable property was affirmed.
Bert Humphrey, held overnight in Findlay police custody on a vagrant charge, slashed his throat with a broken glass pane from his cell window. He is described as demented, driven to act by grief over his wife's death.
Frankfort Ky June 11 Pleas Hardy an ex convict from Knox County died in the prison hospital ten hours after receiving a pardon from Governor Beckham on request of his aged mother This comes as consumption had weakened him severely making removal impossible and he passed away yesterday in custody
A letter from Mrs. Lillian Baisset asks Miles Ogle if he is her father, amid his imminent release from the Ohio Penitentiary. Ogle, once a noted counterfeiter and river traveler, suffered a paralytic stroke and is said to be unable to care for himself. If sent to Cincinnati for care, he may die there, near the city of his notoriety.
Three men robbed Kuenert's shoe store at 420 Lock Street around 8 PM. One man grabbed shoes and struck Kuenert, knocking him down. The trio fled before alarms could be raised, and Kuenert gave police a description at the Second District Station.
J Beveridge arrived in Indianapolis Saturday noon to spend four weeks but was summoned back to Dansville New York by a noon message. He departed at 2 40 this afternoon. He hoped for good news about his wife’s condition, and the message surprised him.
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