14 Jul 1900
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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1900
Page
1
The GEISHA shirt waists are praised nationwide for fit and quality. A varied display offers fine lawns percales Madras and other fabrics in pink blue lavender patterns, sizes 32 to 42 inches, all at half price. The STAR shirt waists, renowned for fit and finish, feature Madras cloth with pink blue lavender stripes, sizes 2 to 42 inches, all at half price.
Hats in the millinery department go half price with two days of sale offering one hat free or any trimmed hat required. The grand assortment includes dainty creations with short backs and fancy shapes trimmed for July trade, all marked down to half price.
An advertisement touts assorted flower bunches priced at ten cents each with many selections offered at a so called dollar for a dime value. It promises customers two to three times their money in the less desirable stems as the big season’s business clears out at bargain prices.
Eight capes with lace and ribbons offered at half price to clear stock. Describe Mitte tapes and proper style for present or fall wear. Values ranged from 7.50 to 15.00, now discounted to half price.
A St Petersburg dispatch details savage massacres in Pekin with M de Giers and legation staff tortured and killed The Chinese mobs are said to have boiled a envoy in a kettle while the czar convenes cabinet sessions Admiral Alexieff reports the grim fate of diplomats and guards amid international reactions and speculation about the incident June July events in China and Russia unfold with mixed judgments on foreign powers actions.
London reports bleak view on Pekin crisis as diplomats in the U S and Europe accept pessimistic assessments. Chinese assurances seen as news of imperial guiltlessness, while bombardment claims by Goodnow raise questions. Tientsin relief efforts hindered by flooded river, but telegraph between Taku and Tientsin restored and rail link to follow. An outbreak of scarlet fever hits besieged women.
A London dispatch to the Tribune reports Lord Ballsbury’s claim that no news has come from Pekin as he spoke in the House of Lords. The remark reflects cautious expectations amid uncertain reporting from Asia.
Washington cables report the Chinese minister informing the Yao Tai of Shang Tung that the American government is anxiously seeking any information on Minister Conger. The note adds to a prior cablegram sent at Secretary Hay's request.
Washington dispatch says the situation in China grows worse, with two vast northern and central viceroys forming a barrier to Li Hung Chang's armies moving toward Pekin. Officials note uncertainty about timing, and cables require dates in every dispatch. Reports of a minister's death in Pekin are noted without confirmation.
Reports from Pekin describe the slaughter of the Russian minister and his wife sending a chill through foreign establishments. Officials at the Russian embassy refused to confirm or deny, saying the government does not forward developments to diplomatic representatives. German French Japanese and other embassies likewise stated they had no knowledge of the incident.
A dispatch from abarnousk dated Thursday May 12 reports an international war council at Tien Tsin has ordered allied forces to focus on strengthening defenses and fortifications. Tien Tsin is believed to be rearming with superior artillery.
A terse note from Hong Kong indicates Jay Mu Bung Chang is urged to move north tomorrow. The Chinese acknowledge his absence is certain to lead to at Canton. details remain unclear.
A Washington dispatch cites a foreign ministry note saying German marines attacked the Teung Li Yumen after the German minister was shot at Pekin and burned the building. The telegram promises a detailed account of the incident.
Consul General Goodnow reports the Honon Pahard governor has issued lamation terms to be carried out immediately. The dispatch notes the region lies northwest of Bhanee and near Bhang hat, with Pekin referenced as nearby, shaping responses from Washington.
Fragmentary line mentions July 14 and the Russian minister in Pekin. It suggests the Russians lack timely telegraphic information and might be disadvantaged compared with other powers. The source hints this could change the entire situation if proven true.
From the British consul in Shanghai a transmission to the police office relays governor of Shuntung messages with fear that there is little doubt about the fate of the foreigners, already published, amid ongoing concerns about their safety.
Washington dispatch reports Lieutenant General Miles met with Minister Wu today in Beijing for a lengthy conference on the Chinese military situation. The talks aim to assess strategy and potential actions amid ongoing tensions.
Georgetown Kentucky July 14 The Powers murder case proceeds with reduced attendance since Monday Gaz coverage. The commonwealth plans witnesses including a civil engineer who measured the state house grounds and doctors who performed the autopsy to argue the fatal shot came from front windows of a room in the executive building during Powers’s term. A trunk of the victim’s mourning garments is shown to the court.
The Saturday Review editorial by Lord Hardwick and others denounces Mr Astor for how he treated Captain Milne. It calls the act a gross violation of etiquette and says Milne, a high ranking naval officer, deserves respect despite Astor’s wealth. The piece condemns exclusivity and cold American arrogance.
Paris July 4 Americans dominated opening day of the world amateur championships at the Bois de Boulogne. They won the 100 meters with Duffy later injured, the 400 meter trials, and led in hurdles and long jump trials. Foreigners won only one first in the early events, while crowds were small and largely American.
The inquest before the Biates commissioner on June developed evidence against Br and George Fayne, tent mates of two others, held for trial. Nolan was misidentified as Lou Meyer of Butta Moat in a mistaken lead.
Breloing traveled on the Garonne from this city on its first sailing. Payne asserts he is a blacksmith from Madison county Kentucky and later Spokane. Smith remains reticent, offering no details beyond a northbound over this year from Seattle.
Gerhard Gaken of Napa Calif mourns the loss of his bride Louisa Ann Worthington after traveling from the West to Toledo and back. He appeals to Chicago police to locate the missing wife, fearing a money ruse. officials suspect the match may have been a sham and offer no aid.
President McKinley announces a proclamation suspending duties on certain German goods under the reciprocal trade accord with Germany. The measure aims to safeguard U S contracts for meat and other items while outlining specific duty rates on argols crude tartar bottles and inks. The proclamation notes the broader agreement will be publicized later and focuses on enabling existing American meat packers to operate under the terms.
Washington July 14 United States Senator Gear Jowe died in his Portland Avenue apartment at 4330 this morning of heart failure. He suffered a bellows-like attack around 2:30 a.m. Doctors were summoned but could not revive him.
News from Santiago de Chill and various ports report very heavy rains across the country causing widespread flooding. Bridges collapsed and several cities flooded. Amid these scenes, other dispatches note royal approval for an Australian governor general, a new steamer arrival in Lynn Canal, and racing results at Lingfield.
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