04 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1900
Page
1
In the men's furnishing section on the main floor two lots of gummer shirts arrived late from the Fourth of July trade. The store marks them down to clear, with white muslin fancy shirts featuring linen collars and cuffs and pink lavender polka dot stripes, originally $1.60 to $2.00, now reduced.
A brief catalog of hosiery and glove offerings with prices. Black Cotton Hose in multiple finishes at 25c to 35c per pair, Lace Lisle and Silk Lisle Hose priced 35c to 50c, and Misses sizes 6 to 8 1/2 with 25c to 76c ranges. Three-pair specials offered for value.
A mixed sale listing multiple glove types including P and L Kid Gloves two clasps in tan shades blue gray brown black and white with Dinck stitching. Fidelio two clasp end Foster gloves and silk gloves in various colors and sizes priced from one cent to one dollar with mail order availability.
A telegraphic message from Pekin dated June 25 arrives at Che Foo via Minister Conger, reporting provisions for six days and news that foreigners are safe in Pekin. The piece notes destruction of mission property, calls for decisive action to advance on Pekin, and discusses diplomatic maneuvers and market reactions amid the Li Hung Chang reception in Shanghai.
Washington reports state department received a Shanghai telegram dated August 2 confirming Yuan Shih Kai’s message to Che Foo. It notes a passage omitted from Yuan’s message about Tien Tsin fighting making other telegrams impractical. Li Hung Chang informed the French consul no messages would be delivered as foreigners advance toward Pekin.
A New York dispatch dated August 4 reports from London that the phrase Chinese mendacity has been colored in meaning or usage. The brief note signals a revision in how the term is presented in press discourse.
Washington August 4. Cablegrams from China place the government in the position of denying responsibility for actions by troops at Pekin while accepting responsibility for military operations near Tien Tain. The Tsung Li Yamen warns against ministerial communication as fighting rages near Tien Tain, affecting international force progress. The emperor’s edict promises reparations to foreign citizens after the Taku forts attack but disavows responsibility for subsequent military events.
London reports from War Office that General Hunter cites 3,480 Boers surrendering while Hunter notes ongoing movements toward the Magalles range. Lieutenant Colonel Williams wounded. Boers incur many casualties. A derailed train south of Kroonstad kills four and wounds three. American consul general’s party unharmed. Dutch communications claim General Christian De Wet killed by shell wound, unconfirmed.
The text describes restricted communication around the Progress and speculation that an International column may move toward Pekin via Shan Kwan at the eastern end of the great wall. It notes a road to Pekin and possible Russian column landings to meet or converge with the International force, aiming to divide Chinese defense.
From London August 4 dispatch reports allies advancing with American British Japanese columns guarded by Russian and French contingents. A Pekin dispatch notes ammo shortages and limited provisions, while Chinese officials reject escort by Chinese troops. British consul Fraser and foreign community evacuate Chung King as disturbances loom once forces reach Pekin.
In New York the securities market remained dull over the past week with little broad activity. A few stocks Sugar, Brooklyn, Transit, Tobacco, Union Pacific and Baltimore and Ohio dominated daily dealings while broader issues lagged. Factors such as midsummer vacations, the Chinese question, money market prospects, steel industry adjustments, railroad earnings declines and a national campaign dampened investor interest.
New York dispatch reports indecisive South Africa war news with hopes for a quick end. Baden Powell’s relief at Rustenburg appears delayed as Hamilton’s column advances, while parliamentary episodes stir more interest than the campaign.
Greerfontein August 4. A train derailed on a pad of which way United States Consul and over which was lying the and er stripes has been derail it south of Kron we at Honingapra by a flying patrol of Boers. No pria Quars were taken.
Washington reports a reverse in two months as Allied forces acknowledge a US Army party led by Lt Alstaetter attacked near San Miguel de Mayum and San Isidro Luzon. One escort killed, several wounded, and Lieutenant Alstaetter captured by an insurgent band. officers promise prisoners will be well treated.
The steamer Queen docked in Victoria at August 3 bringing 250 passengers including Boundary Commissioners F King, O T Tittman and O B French. They finished work on White, Chilkoot and Chilkat passes. A passenger W G Muvih ewe faces embezzlement charges in Savannah. Métealf’s death is linked to Indians. partner Nelson is missing. Walter Monaster of Skagway is named as Florence 8 steward drowned trying to save ponies. Chinley Sinchar credited as hero. Brien, accused of killing Clayton Olsen and Rolfe, stands trial in Dawson.
Paterson reports Miss Ernestina Cravello the girl anarchist failed to appear for work at Paragon mill. She left unfinished silk on a loom, violating a rule and was dismissed. She returned Friday to try to reclaim her place but was told she had lost it. She said she had been busy with mail and received letters from across the country, with mixed praise and denunciation.
Maloja Switzerland August 4 G P Way and his son with fifteen other Americans and Mr DeLa Rue climbed Olmadirossxo without a guide. Near the summit Way slipped on a plane and fell over a precipice. The rope broke and both Ways died. DeLa Rue returned with difficulty and the bodies were recovered at Hotel Maloja.
Tendon correspondent reports William Waldorf Astor will not stay in England this autumn but travel to the continent for at least a year. His Fall Mall Gazette is on the market at a price well below his outlay, while questions remain about his status as a British subject after recent actions.
Washington August 4 The war department desires it to be known that mail service for American personnel in China is being coordinated. Officials request correspondents and families to address letters correctly to avoid delays. Further instructions will follow through standard military channels.
Mail meant for the United States forces in China should be addressed with the soldier’s full name, his coming and regiment, followed by the words China vigil 1 San Francisco.
A Shanghai dispatch dated August 2 reports that after Li Hung Chang left Canton the imperial troops joined the Boxers. The item is received in St. Petersburg on August 4. The alliance signals a mobilization of forces amid rising tensions in southern China.
August 4 designated for King funeral. Reports note bubonic plague in Lenton with two deaths. Other items include Herring-Hall-Marvin Safe Co incorporation in Tren ton New Jersey with 3 million capital, British war loan bonds planned, and various political legal notes.
A compilation of brief dispatches: Lord Minto sails toward Skagway en route to Dawson City for a personal inquiry into remote Canada, Canton reports activity at the Bogue forts with fears of a French attack, Fresno County reports vine spider damage threatening a third of the raisin crop, Berlin cites Baron Muench’s arrest for murder and insanity, Russia notes a diapas of Bingovestchensk related to Amur defense, Milwaukee’s population count update shows 286,000 after a census completion.
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