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Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1900

Page

2

Bristow Reports Big Savings in Cuban Post Office Reforms

Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Bristow returns from Havana with findings on Cuban postal frauds and reforms. He cites over 100000 in salary cuts and abolished offices, promising further savings in travel and supplies without harming service efficiency. Rathbone likely to stay to face prosecutions. Fosners named as new Director General.

Washington Bristow Havana Smith Rathbone Fosners

GONGER'S FATE STILL IN DOUBT

The report notes uncertain fate of Gonger amid ongoing actions at Tien Tsin with foreign settlements showing limited fighting except for French and British concessions. British casualties totaled four killed and fifty wounded, including six officers.

Tien Tsin

Foreign legations at Peking receive protection from imperial government

British officials report the Viceroy of Nankin received an imperial edict on June 25 stating foreign legations at Peking are protected. Chinese Embassy officials say Foreign Ministers at Peking were given passports on June 19, alarming the Foreign Office over a possible war declaration.

Shanghai London Associated Press Foreign Office Nankin Peking

Seymour's Relief From Chinese Banking House Report

London dispatch reports Jardine, Matheson & Co. Shanghai agent cites Admiral Seymour losses of 62 killed and 812 wounded. No word from Peking. ministers presumed present. Tianjin damage overstated. Shanghai quiet.

Seymour Commercial Tribune London Jardine, Matheson & Co Shanghai Peking Tien Tsin

Russian Admiral's Report From Port Arthur

War Office received Admiral Alexieff's despatch from Port Arthur stating four Russian companies led by Lieutenant Colonel Schirnsky and an equal number of foreigners relieved Admiral Seymour Monday night and brought 200 wounded to Tien Tsin.

Schirnsky Petersburg War Office Alexieff Port Arthur Seymour Tien Tsin

British Loss Heavy Four Killed Forty Four Wounded at Tien Tsin

Admiral Bruce reports British casualties at Taku and Tien Tsin during June. Four seamen killed and forty four midshipmen and seamen wounded by June 23, with Lieutenants Stirling Powell Wright and Commander Beatty among those injured.

London Bruce Taku Tien Tsin Stirling, Powell and Wright Beatty

Germans Lose Ten Men in Tien Tsin Relief

Berlin reports Admiral Bendmann says Vice Admiral Seymour reached Tien Tsin and fighting continues beyond it. German commander at Taku notes foreign ministers with the landing force and records ten German fatalities with twenty wounded in the relief of Tien Tsin after an eight hour battle.

Tien Tsin Commercial Tribune Berlin Bendmann Seymour Taku Fredrich

Czar Mobilizes Troops Amid Secret Orders

Berlin report says the Russian War Minister has issued secret orders to prepare concentration of troops. Vorwaerts cites an absolutely reliable source describing a high level mobilization process.

Berlin Vorwaerts Ang SiYd

Mobilization Orders Reported in Russia Telegraphs

Telegraphic secret orders from Russia dated June 18 and 19 urge full mobilization preparation. Authorities allegedly instructed readiness measures across military and civil sectors. The reports reference high level sufficiency checks and liaison with regional commands.

Ities Russia

Russia's Finances Disturbed by Boxer Troubles and Muravieff Death

A Moscow despatch to the Westminster Gazette reports that Boxer troubles and Count Muravieff's death worsen Russia's financial crisis. Firms fail as market fear grows and vast sums are withdrawn. about 820 million roubles have been placed in the Imperial Bank for safety without interest.

London Moscow Westminster Gazette Count Muravieff Russia Imperial

Presbyterians at Wei Hsien Lose Property in China Fire

Special despatch reports Rev. F H Chalfant and family escaped as Boxer mobs attacked Wei Hsien China burning the Presbyterian mission station and home. The Presbyterian Board owned about 40000 dollars in property destroyed with others fleeing with only clothing.

Wei Hsien Commercial Tribune Ashpabula Chas. G. Chalfant First Presbyterian Church China F. H. Chalfant Presbyterian Missionary Board Presbyterian Board Fairries

Woolley and Metcalf Named Prohibition National Tickets

At Chicago the National Prohibition Convention nominated John G. Woolley of Illinois for president and Henry B. Metcalf of Rhode Island for vice president. Woolley led with 380 votes to Silas G. Swallow’s 320 on the first ballot. Metcalf won a large majority for VP with two other candidates then Swallow briefly considered for the post. Campaign contributions topped $7,000.

Chicago John G. Woolley Illinois Henry B. Metcalf Rhode Island Woolley Swallow Silas G. Swallow Pennsuvania Hale Johnson Ilinois Homer L. Castle Pittsburg Pennsylvania H. B. Metcalf Thomas R. Caskardon West Virginia E. L. Hatch Iowa Metcalf Dr.Swallow Stewart National Committee Emanuel Woolley George Fox New England New Jersey Dr. Woolley Collinsville Ohio Wesleyan University Paris Ill Minneapolis New York Providence County Savings Bank Church of Our Father Pawtucket R. I Prohibition

Russians Did Noble Work at Tien Tsin

Wei Hai Wei dispatch reports from June 17 stating Russian forces destroyed the railway terminus eight miles north of Tien Tsin and Captain Bayley credits Russians with preserving lives at Tien Tsin in the aftermath of the action.

Shanghai The Daily News Wei Hai Wei Tien Tsin Bayley

Mission Fire Destruction Near Tien Tsin Kills About 160

A June 28 dispatch from Chefoo reports a Methodist Episcopal Mission compound fire in Tien Tsin district killing about 160 people. Mission property exceeds 50 000 dollars with uncertainty whether the dead were natives, Boxers, or Chinese soldiers.

New York Methodist Episcopal Church Chefoo Mr. Brown Tien Tsin Home Board Methodist Episcopal Board A. B. Leonard The Missionary Society Brown Leonard

State ticket nominees named for August election

The slate lists John A. Steele of Colbert for Governor John Porter of Coosa for Secretary of State and Charles D. Alexander of Etowah for Attorney General. The ticket is to be voted on in August.

John A. Steele Colbert John Porter Coosa Charles D. Alexander Etowah

Republican ticket nominated at Minnesota convention

The Republican State Convention in St Paul nominated Samuel Van Sant for Governor Lin don A Smith for Lieutenant Governor W B Douglass for Attorney General and Charles H Start for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The convention earned sine die.

Paul Minn Samuel van Sant Winona Lindon A Smith W. B. Douglass Supreme Court Charles H. Start

Henderson Renominated by Acclamation in Iowa

Speaker Henderson was renominated by acclamation today by the Third District Republican Convention for his tenth term in Congress. The nomination came with strong enthusiasm as Henderson delivered a brief acceptance speech.

Henderson Waterloo

Gift Bequeaths Entire Estate to Oberlin College

Advices from Michigan City report the residue of the estate of Mrs. Caroline E Has Kell of Laporte left to Oberlin College Ohio. Her will filed in Cook County Probate Court cuts off all heirs including four sisters three nieces and one nephew all in Chicago. The bequest includes 230 shares of Third National Bank stock valued at forty six thousand dollars.

Commercial Tribune Laporte Ind Michigan City Caroline E. Haskell Oberlin College Oberlin Cook County Chicago Ohio Institution Third National Bank

Viceroy Liu Says Peking Legations Seek End to Struggle

Shanghai reports on June 28 that Viceroy of Nankin Liu asserts Peking legations are attempting to halt the ongoing conflict. Details remain unclear as dispatches describe cautious moves toward settlement.

Liu Peking Shanghai Nankin

Peking Dispatch Says Peace Terms Being Arranged

A brief from Peking informs foreign consuls that officials there have been arranging peace terms. The message stresses urgency and implies diplomatic steps are underway, with no further details on participants or timetable.

Peking

Supremes Rule Gas Wells Drain City Supply

The Indiana Supreme Court rules pumping gas from wells deprives others of fuel and causes salt water intrusion, risking a shift for Indianapolis residents back to coal. The decision concerns Manufacturers' Gas and Oil Company v Indiana Gas and Oil Company and may push further court action.

Indiana Commercial Tribune Indianapolis State Supreme Court Manufacturers Gas and Oil Company Indiana Gas and Oil Company Supreme Court

Morganatic pledge seals Archduke Ferdinand marriage pact

In Vienna on June 28 Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his future wife Princess Chotek swore they will wed morganatically. The oath, witnessed by the Emperor and state officials, ensures she will not become Empress and their children cannot inherit. The ceremony concluded with a testament signing. the wedding is planned for Sunday.

Vienna Franz Ferdinand Hofburg Chotek Goluchoski

Ohio returns to Republicans in state races

In 1895 I was elected Governor by 2300 votes. The following years show a swing away from Free Silver, with shrinking majorities in Congress and state contests. The speaker predicts victory in November, claiming the Free Silver doctrine is dead. M. H. Crane Estate of Cincinnati bid 10881 dollars for heating alterations at the St. Louis Custom House Building.

Bryan Free Silver Congress Roberts M. H. Crane Cincinnati Custom House St. Louis

Bliss Wins Governor Nomination at Michigan Republican Meet

At Grand Rapids the Republican State Convention wrapped after a long day of balloting. Aaron T Bliss of Saginaw emerged as governor after seven ballots, defeating Dexter M Ferry amid shifting support. O. W. Robinson, Fred M Warner, Daniel McCoy, Perry F Powers, and H. M. Oren were renominated for key state posts.

Grand Rapide Mich Dexter M. Ferry Detroit Ferry Bliss Stearns Osborne O’donnell Campbell

Miss Gould Unveils Dewey Cannon at Three Oaks

Miss Helen Gould attended the Dewey cannon unveiling in Three Oaks Michigan with General Alger and Major Warren. The ceremony included a civic parade and a speech by General Alger praising Gould’s wartime kindness. The canopy released and revealed the flag adorned cannon amid cheers of thousands.

Three Oaks Mich Admiral Dewey Helen Gould Palen Edwards Colen Russell A. Alger Dewey E. K. Warren Alger Helen Miller Gould Miss Gould Warren Manila

Paid Murderer's Claim Sparks Insurance Precedent

New York Life Insurance Company settled a several thousand dollar claim on Howard C. Benham of Batavia after his death sentence. Benham was convicted for wife killing and later acquitted on a new trial. Company officials called the case sentiment over dollars.

New York Commercial Tribune New York Life Insurance Company Howard C. Benham Batavia Benham New York Life Company Hubbell

German General Sees Long Boxers War Ahead

General Stahl of the Imperial German army arrived in Vancouver while returning home from Orient inquiries. He predicted a long, bloody conflict against the Boxers, stating the movement would spread across China and life would be sacrificed before it ends.

Vancouver B. C Stahl Imperial German Army Orient China

Elks Seek National Home Site at Colorado Springs

Cripple Creek bonanza king W. J. Stratton has donated 20000 dollars and other citizens will give land of equal value to secure the National Home of B P O Elks at Colorado Springs the project costs two hundred thousand dollars Elks meet in national convention at Atlantic City soon.

Commercial Tribune Colorado Springs Colo Stratton B. P. O Elks Elks Atlantic City

Welcome to McKinley Escort for President Arrival

Canton officials plan a warm welcome for President and Mrs. McKinley arriving Saturday. Two Canton committees, the Canton Troop and Citizens' Reception Committee, coordinate a formal escort from station to home. Reinforcements include the Grand Army Band and the National Guard. Thousands of citizens expected. town to be decorated.

Commercial Tribune Canton McKinley Canton Troop Citizens’ Reception Committee Grand Army Band National Guard Citizens’ Committee

Meiklejohn Announces Senate Candidacy for Nebraska Seat

Assistant Secretary of War Meiklejohn disclosed to friends his bid for the United States Senate seat from Nebraska to succeed Senator Thurston. He will travel to Nebraska soon to assess the field and organize his campaign plans.

Commercial Tribune Washington Meiklejohn United States Senate Thurston Nebraska

Governor Beckham Rejects Militia Payment in Kentucky

Governor Beckham refused to approve accounts for Taylor militia service from Goebel’s declaration as governor until evacuation after Supreme Court decision. Total salaries claimed run into the thousands, with disputes over funding and authorization.

Beckham Taylor Goebel He Sr Pope

Remonstrance against liquor license struck down in Indiana

In Warsaw on June 28 Judge Biggs ruled that remonstrances filed by J H Nelson of Leesburg through A J North under a power of attorney could not stand. The remonstrance was invalid because it not directed at a specific applicant. The ruling aligns with some Supreme Court guidance and the case will go to the Supreme Court.

Commercial Tribune Warsaw Ind Biggs John H. Nelson Leesburg J. North Supreme Court

Dayton Nominated Again for Congress in West Virginia

Alston Gordon Dayton, congressman from the Second West Virginia District, was renominated by the Republican Convention for a fourth term. On the first ballot he received 162 votes, with Meredith 47, Pitzner 42, Holt 44. The result surprised many who expected a stronger challenge from Dayton’s opponents.

Commercial Tribune Terra Alta W. Va Alston Gordon Dayton Congress West Virginia Dayton Willam T. Wilson Wilson Bill Fame Hon. W. S. Meredith Fairmont U. S. Grant

Bishop Elder Chosen by Knights of St. John

The Knights of St. John in Philadelphia re elected Supreme President Henry J. Fries of Erie Pa by acclamation. Officers include First Vice President William P. Hogan Denver Second Vice President Jacob J. Munnold Rochester Secretary W J Kane Buffalo Treasurer John B Todenbier Detroit Trustees Joseph Winan Akron Thomas OConnor Peoria Ill and Supreme Spiritual Adviser Rev William H Elder Cincinnati.

Knights of St. John Philadelphia Henry J. Fries Erie William P. Hogan Denver Jacob J. Munnold Rochester W. J. Kane Buffalo John B. Todenbier Detroit Joseph Winan Akron, CO Thomas O’connor Peoria, Ill William H. Elder Cincinnati

Canton’s Fourth of July to Feature McKinley and Notables

Canton plans the largest Fourth of July celebration in the region with President McKinley General Joe Wheeler and other notables expected. Dewey may attend if he travels that day and the Spanish cannon from Santiago will be presented to Canton.

Wheeler Dewey Canton McKinley Joe Wheeler Santiago

WRECKED ON WHEAT JAMES DORAN CO FAILS

James Doran & Co., Wheat brokers of St Paul, admitted they would not open tomorrow after a sharp market slump. Doran said he went short at 78 cents and预计 to fail between 300000 and 400000 dollars.

James Doran & Co ST. Paul, Minn

Van Wyck Arrives En Route to National Convention

Judge Augustus Van Wyck of New York, former Democratic governor candidate, arrives in St Louis with Harry Walker and plans to reach Kansas City. He predicts Delaware Maryland West Virginia and Kentucky will back democracy and urges New York delegation to aid the party in the convention.

St. Louis Augustus van Wyck New York Kansas City Harry Walker Planters Hotel van Wyck Delaware Maryland West Virginia Kentucky Organized Democracy

Boodle case ends with Ferris conviction in Shelbyville

In Shelbyville Indiana on June 28 the second county boodle case ended with a verdict against John G Ferris a Deputy Auditor and former county auditor candidate for filing a false fraudulent claim against the county. He faces two to fourteen years in the State Prison. A new trial motion for J Marsh Wilson ex County Treasurer convicted last week is under advisement Judge Morris. Carl Wilson son of J Marsh Wilson arrested last week for forgery will plead guilty. All three are Democrats and jailed.

Commercial Tribune Shelbyville Ind John G. Ferris Ferris J. Marsh Wilson Morris Carl Wilson

Mysterious Toledo Car Bomb Attempts Hurt Conductor

Two attempts to blow up a street car in Toledo O during the night left conductor C Sauter badly hurt and the motorman slightly injured. Police and detectives detailed to the case pursue leads in the city.

Commercial Tribune Toledo C. Sauter

Tragedy as Switch Error Triggers Yard Crash in Columbus

In Pan Handle yards, Ray McMaclin misturned a switch causing freight cars to crash into empty passenger coaches. Frank Briggs was killed instantly and Michael Albaneza, a car repairer, was fatally crushed.

Commercial Tribune Columbus Ray McMaclin Frank Briggs Michael Albaneza

Fire destroys Shoals Pottery warehouse and stock loss

Fire in Shoals Indiana at the Pottery Company warehouse spread to the main building destroying the entirt section. Loss on building and stock estimated at 86 000 dollars with 9 percent. The fire was discovered in the morning and quickly engulfed the premises.

Commercial Tribune Shoals Ind Shoals Pottery Company

Taylor becomes special agent for Provident Life in Indianapolis

W S Taylor announced his deal with William Boswell of Cincinnati to become a special agent for Provident Life Assurance Society. He will organize a special executive agency with headquarters in Indianapolis and oversee several Western States starting Monday. He declined to comment on the Kentucky affair or whether he would testify in Goebel murder trials.

Commercial Tribune Indianapolis Taylor William Boswell Cincinnati Provident Life Assurance Society Kentucky Goebel

Payne Sees Hanna in Chicago Campaign Plans

Congressman Henry C. Payne of Wisconsin met with Senator Hanna in Chicago to discuss the coming campaign. They anticipate the National Executive Committee names will be public in a week or ten days. Payne will lead the Chicago headquarters while Hanna splits time between New York and Chicago offices.

Chicago Cleveland Henry C. Payne Wisconsin Hanna National Executive Committee Payne New York

Woman Follows Man to Death After Quarrel

Turner Bradford 21 shot and killed Stella Edwards 21 at his home 1526 Lucas Ave St Louis. He was placed under arrest. Edwards body sent to the Morgue. Bradford says they were engaged to be married and had quarrel recently. She followed him everywhere, inciting his anger.

Commercial Tribune ST. Louis Turner Bradford Lucas Avenues Stella Edwards

Train Kills Dry Ridge Elder Near Williamsotwn

Williamstown Kentucky June 2 Lewis Wolfe an aged citizen of Dry Ridge about four miles north of here was struck and killed instantly by a Cincinnati Southern freight train this morning.

Commercial Tribune Williamstown Lewis Wolfe Dry Ridge Here Cincinnati Southern

Buckland Renominated for Common Pleas Judge Seat

Toledo Ohio June 28 Judge H S Buckland of Fremont wins renomination at a Common Pleas Judge convention as forty seven votes support him while the forty five needed to nominate are surpassed. The report notes decisive opposition but Buckland secures renomination.

Commercial Tribune Toledo H. 8 Buckland Fremont Common Pleas

Taggart Not After It In Democratic Chair Bid

Indianapolis June 28 Thomas Taggart formally states he will not seek the Democratic National Chairmanship to succeed Senator Jones. The telegram from Kansas City said to have been sent at noon surprised many who believed he had opened headquarters for an active race.

Taggart Commercial Tribune Indianapolis Thomas Taggart Senator Jones Kansas City

Alabama Republicans Convene Meeting in Birmingham

Alabama Republicans gathered in Birmingham on June 2 to discuss party plans and strategy for upcoming elections. Officials from the State Republican Committee led the session, outlining committee priorities and potential endorsements.

Alabama Birmingham Ala State Republican Committee Hera

Beveridge Refuses Concurrence On Postmaster Appointment

In Indianapolis a dispute over General McGinnis as Postmaster grows after Senator Beveridge says he was not consulted before the recommendation. Washington telegram asked if he would concur he replies no since he was not consulted. The appointment waits on a settlement.

Kginnis Tribune

Woman jumps into Chesapeake Bay and drowns

The steamer Georgia arriving from Baltimore reports an unknown 30 year old woman, poorly dressed, jumped overboard in Chesapeake Bay last night. The body was not recovered.

Chesapeake Bay Commercial Tribune Norfolk Georgia Baltimore

Ohio Politicians Receive New Titles and Roles

From Columbus dated June 28 President McKinley appoints a Colonel on the Union Veterans' Legion staff. Senator Hanna is named Doctor by Kenyon College. Former Attorney General Frank Smith Mammett is offered a newspaper assignment to cover the Kansas City Convention, which Monnett has not accepted, while the President accepts Monnett’s Colonelcy. Dr Depew’s case signals Hanna’s rising prominence.

Columbus Ohio McKinley Union Veterans’ Legion Hanna Kenyon College Frank Smith Mammett Kansas City Monnett Senator Hanna Depew

Violent Debate Over Removal of Officers in Paris Chamber

In Paris the Chamber of Deputies debated M. Firman Faure interpellation on removing headquarters staff officers. Faure used sharp language, accusing the government of tyranny of mud and blood. General Andre defended the army. Delanche had resigned but remained at post. The government won a confidence vote 303 to 226.

Commercial Tribune Paris Chamber of Deputies M. Firman Faure M. Faure Andre Delanche

Evansville murder case linked to well discovery

The old well near Joseph D. Keith's farm yielded hair and a heavy hammer identified as Keith's. Authorities believe Keith killed Nora Kifer by crushing her skull and disposed of her body in the well then in Pigeon Creek. Sufficient evidence points to Gibson County as the murder site.

Commercial Tribune Evansville Ind Joseph D. Keith Nora Kifer Keith Pigeon Creek Gibson County

Attorney Laughlin Disappears in Warsaw Mystery

Anthony A Laughlin a prominent young attorney from Kenton Ohio vanished after leaving his Warsaw home yesterday noon. He was seen near Winona Lake outside the city a short time later and has not been heard from since. friends fear suicide by drowning.

Commercial Tribune Warsaw Ind Anthony A.aughlin Kenton Laughlin Winona Lake

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