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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1900
Page
4
July 26, 1900 report notes Boers regain momentum against the British while Canadian soldiers resist offers for China service. It praises American performance in recent contests and ponders whether Russia Germany and France have an accord on China, hoping for a Pekin outcome.
The text portrays the Ashanti rebel lion advancing in power escalating tensions. It warns that another peace congress could demoralize the world amid ongoing conflicts.
A dispute erupts among Daughters of the Revolution members in Paris. The public airing of factional squabbles invites criticism that such quarrels undermine national credit and dignity.
An armed force of teamsters in Minnesota dampens the Blanket Indians as they abandon warlike moves. The passage comments on Mary Johnston's To Have and to Hold, noting its surprising popularity and lasting appeal.
Spain voices ire and refuses reception for a Chinese minister at court. Meanwhile the Dons plan to despatch a cruiser and troops to aid in punishing China.
Gen Wheeler offers to serve in China but a campaign seems unlikely due to his long and strenuous career. The flesh is weak though the spirit is willing after decades of service.
Officials in Washington remain inclined to trust Minister Wu's assertion that the legations are secure. The piece recalls Bret Harte on the Chinese as peculiar and notes mixed reactions to Cuban teachers in Lowell. They cheered Governor Allen of Porto Rico for his warm reception and his work may aid Cuban enlightenment someday.
The Christian Scientists stand ready to claim the safety of the Pekin legations if they survive, having joined to exert mind force on the Chinese capital. If foreigners are saved, no one will care who claims the honor of rescuing them.
The piece argues the American people demand full protection for Americans overseas who respect host country laws, asserting the right and obligation of the nation to safeguard life and property in China or elsewhere.
A veteran missionary back from 20 years in China says Boxer unrest could have been avoided if missions stuck to faith work and diplomats treated Chinese people decently. He argues foreign insolence fed hostility and suggests there is another side rarely told by civilized nations.
One hundred dollars reward offered for any case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co., Toledo, present testimonials from West Truax Walding Kinian Marvin as proof of honorability. Cure claimed to act on blood and mucous surfaces. Price per bottle. Sold by druggists. Testimonials free. Hall's Family Pills recommended.
James H. Bowditch emphasizes tree wardens should avoid residential districts to reduce removals and simplify hearings. He notes roadside trees save moisture and reduce road maintenance costs, and Warwick’s attractiveness as a summer resort hinges on protecting shaded streets and native timber supplies. A local boost for conservation and tourism is urged.
Edward Tettley Jr was injured in a serious accident Monday evening. Details remain unclear but emergency responders reported a collision and he was transported for medical evaluation. Authorities are investigating the incident as they release further information.
Involving Henry Newcomb of Maple House who, while attempting to descend stairs late Monday, fell and sustained bruises and lamp burns. Dr Rich attended after returning. earlier, another injury occurred when an oiling bicycle caused the index finger amputation.
Chester Robbins hosted a delightful Lake Nagog party at the Nagog House on Saturday evening. The lawn gleamed with Japanese lanterns while yachts and small boats circled nearby. Dancing entertained guests and refreshments were served in cozy groups, culminating in a grand pyrotechnic display that outshone the lights elsewhere.
Maynard locals are told to apply to W. A Haynes Co for a tenement to let. E. Henderson & Co offers next season coal at low cash prices with orders urged before price rises. Also advertised is a good second hand two seated carriage for sale at a low price by C. H. Persons.
S R Leland and Son of Worcester opens a Hudson branch in 54 Main St to sell pianos. They offer to call with terms and give full value for old pianos or organs in exchange. 5 Garside Hudson.
General William F. Draper of Hopedale resigns his post as United States ambassador to Italy, sending a letter from Milford, Massachusetts, to Washington on July 25.
General William F. Draper says he resigns to devote attention to his Hopedale business, which employs about 3000 hands. He sent a good faith letter to Washington and awaits a reply. Draper is a wealthy industrialist with factories that promote inventions by unknown inventors and has served two terms in Congress.
In the 10th inning Stahl tripled to right center and scored on Collins' fly, giving Boston a 5 2 win over St Louis. Batteries Willis Cuppy Sullivan for Boston and Jones Sudhoff Criger for St Louis.
Constantinople July 25. The Ikdam says the porte is considering sending Turkish forces to China to cooperate with the powers. The sultan is greatly affected by the barbarous acts of the Chinese.
Francis H. Tate of New York a prosperous contractor, committed death by own action with a gun Tuesday at his Appleton street summer residence in Malden. The cause of the act is listed as unknown.
St. John's reports that repairs to the Windward’s machinery are nearly complete and the steamer is expected to sail tonight. If successful she will attempt the voyage through the straits of Belle Isle.
Fire destroyed the eastern elevator in Buffalo last night with contents valued at 750000 dollars. The loss is total and the cause remains undetermined.
News in brief covers the suicide of Robert Latham near North Billerica Massachusetts. It notes incorporation filings to build a street railway through Augusta Manchester Winthrop Monmouth and Wales to Lewiston Brunswick and Bath. Also reports Dr Maurice O Connell a leading western Massachusetts vet dying of Bright s disease in Holyoke.
A daughter was born in Northboro on July 17 to Mrs. Geo H Felt. A daughter was born in Marlboro on July 20 to Mrs. Hor midas Goulet Sr. A son was born in South Acton on July 22 to Mrs. Anton Philipson.
In Cape Town on Tuesday the government refused Merriman’s motion to repeal martial law in Cape Colony. Attorney General Innes said repeal will come when practicable, but the time has not yet arrived. The house cheered the decision.
Death notices list four individuals with dates of July 15. Benjamin Hastings of Hudson aged 89 years 9 months Andrew Sullivan of Marlboro aged 69 years Isaac G Reed of West Acton aged 34 years and Captain Uriel M Lewis of Stow aged 75 years.
A rear end collision on the Lynn and Boston street railway at Lynnhurst injured motorman Farms, feared to have concussion of the brain. Passengers escaped with only a severe shaking. The Wakefield bound car struck the rear of a car descending a heavy grade at a road turn.
Three children died and one child was scorched after a steam tube exploded aboard the yacht Trilby owned by Fred L. Spink near a canal lock outside Syracuse. Three older people sustained burns as the vessel neared the city. The accident occurred Tuesday during passage through the canal.
James Prosper, employed by Fred H. Sawyer of Hudson House, was tried in Concord court Tuesday for taking orders for liquor and delivering them next day in Maynard. Judge Keyes ruled the sale occurred in Hudson where a license existed and discharged Prosper. No further action.
A bulletin posted at Harvard Cuban headquarters claims the Havana Gazette plan to cut teachers' salaries by $10 a month this summer will not go into effect. The information comes from Governor Wood of Cuba.
W. J. Bryan has accepted an invitation to attend the national encampment of the Grand Army in Chicago next August. General John C. Black, chairman of the invitation committee, received the formal acceptance Tuesday.
The Deutschland reached Plymouth at 7 40 Tuesday morning after a 5 day 15 hour 6 minute passage. The ship logged daily runs of 536 534 615 530 535 and 435 knots in the cable report to the Hamburg American line.
In Managua on July 25 amid military civil and religious pomp, government engineers and General Alexander of South Carolina the arbitrator appointed by President Cleveland signed half the maps delimiting the boundary recently agreed upon. The ceremony ends a dispute that has long threatened war between the two governments.
Almanac notes sunrises at 4 30 a m and sunset at 7 11 p m. Moon sets as high water at 11 15 a m and 11 20 p m. Rain and thunderstorms across eastern Kansas and the lower Missouri and Ohio valleys and lower lake region. Temperatures drop 10 to 14 degrees where rain fell. New England sees cooler, with more rain and thunderstorms. Coastal winds remain fresh southwest along the coast.
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