03 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Davenport Daily Republican
Location
Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1900
Page
1
The article portrays the U S government taking decisive steps in its China policy, signaling a firm stance and ongoing efforts to push strategic objectives without retreat. It emphasizes steady moves and a sustained approach amid complex international dynamics.
Washington reports Secretary Hay’s reply closed negotiations with China and accepted terms for foreign ministers. No immediate advance orders to Pekin. officials foresee possible battle only if Chinese authorities fail to meet conditions. Chaffee’s instructions unchanged. reports warn of war risk and disputes with European powers.
London reports no news on the distant columns said to be marching toward Pekin. Censorship, not silence, accounts for the delay while dispatches say vegetables and fruit are sent to allied nations and that friendly intercourse exists with the imperial government.
London dispatch reports Parliamentary Secretary Broderick stating no fresh info on British and Japanese forces moving on Pekin. He notes large but imperfectly armed troops at Tien Tsin, unanimous cabinet opposition to partition, and readiness to aid Japanese to relieve legations while defending Shanghai.
The Chinese minister Yang Ju, acting on behalf of his government, enters negotiations amid Petersburg diplomatic exchanges on August 2. Details of discussions and potential concessions remain preliminary as envoys meet to seek a settlement or accord.
The Daily Mail cable from Pretoria reports Commandant General Botha is weakening and has sent a message to Roberts seeking confirmation of Prinsloo's surrender and permission to communicate with General Christian De Wet.
Major Beddoes with 400 troops and two guns found an enemy camp of about 3 000 to 4 000 at Dompoessi, three days march away. After hours of fighting the Ashantis were defeated. Major Beddoes and Lieuts Phillips and Swaby wounded among 30 men. More troops will be needed to finish the campaign.
The article warns of fake alum baking powders sold at groceries and homes under a “boiling test.” It explains pure cream of tartar powders rely on delicate chemistry, while the substitute uses alum linked to health risks. A $19,009 damages suit in Pittsburgh targets deceptive sales and grocers’ responsibility.
Aug 2 Raleigh report: Democrats and white supremacy win a bitter election by about 30,000, reshaping the state legislature to a Democratic majority and likely defeating United States Senator Marion Butler. Voters largely abstain. the notable exception is Faison where a drug store fire destroyed registration books. The Livingstone College faculty supported the constitutional amendment to disfranchise black voters.
In Harvey near Chicago five people ate toadstools thinking them mushrooms. The Norris family members Edith Maud Thomas J A Norris Eva Edith Norris and Robert Smith were poisoned with three others. Thomas Norris aged 13 rode to a physician but died. four others survived after prompt medical help.
Hedrick August 2 reports Alpha W. lowers 214 pace record to 2 08. Maretta and Josephine Dixon dead heat in free-for-all trotting 2 15. Purse 500. Constancio and Lavron win heats. Alpha W. wins pacing straight heats in 2 08.
Eight thousand spectators watch the free for all stallion trot at Columbus. Cresceus wins with three fastest heats ever seen, clocking 2:07 1/4 2:06 and 2:06 in the three heats. Purse totals reach 5 000 dollars across events.
Reports from the broom corn district say Wednesday's storm caused over 1,009,600 dollars in damage to the crop. The disturbance left broom corn flattened across fields from end to end, as if weighed down by a heavy roller.
Georgetown reports witnesses describe minutes from the mountaineer meeting on the capitol steps, and Governor Taylor's office actions after gunfire. Judge Cantrill excludes the meeting minutes as incompetent evidence amid threats and rifle rumors before the January 30 shooting in Frankfort.
The heirs agree to divide about 800000 in an estate settlement after expenses and leave the remainder to the executors who vow not to contest the Thomas W museum and dental institute in Philadelphia. Philadelphia authorities will oversee the institute project once qualified.
A fragmentary sermon reflects imperial and religious vigor with lines about Amalek power and a martial Christian defense. It references China and soldiers, declaring a strong arm to punish assassins and a mailed fist to defend sacred possessions. The preacher invokes prayers to plant the cross on walls.
James Norton Ellinwood arrived in Vancouver aboard the Roma revealing he had spent over three years as a prisoner of northern coast Indians. He had been taken in October 1896 while working 200 miles up the coast and was repeatedly confined, later joining a fishing group before Captain Heina of the Roma rescued him.
Oaxaca Aug. 2 Military authorities report five days of fighting between Maya Indians and government troops in the Yucatan. Rebels forced to abandon several strong positions near Santa Cruz, where they held HQ and a lethal government force. Indian surprise by 2,000 troops under General Grave. Rebels retreated then offered a firm stand with persistence and bravery.
Martha Hendricks and Paul Warner, an eloping couple from Poplar Bini Mo, drowned in Currant river while trying to escape the girl's father. In Detroit at Highland Park's fifth race yesterday, jockey Juggery fell near the start injuring Fenni who died last night.
Huron South Dakota reports intense heat for five days with temperatures reaching 164 degrees and 28 degrees on the scale. Harvest work is halted as pasturage dries up and farmland suffers from the scorch.
An attempted murder plot against the Shah failed as the would-be attacker was overpowered by the Shah and guards. The Italian suspect remains silent amid police questions. court physician aided in stopping the assault and removing the pistol. Parising indignation grows. extra guard precautions rise for the Shah and President Lowbet.
An attempt on the life of the shah of Persia occurred this morning in Paris but ended without fatalities or injuries as details remain unclear and authorities investigate.
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