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Newspaper
Devils Lake Inter Ocean
Location
Devils Lake, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1900
Page
5
A number of persons suspected of plotting to murder Lord Roberts during his visit here recently abandoned their schemes on learning they were shadowed. The report mentions a stinging rebuke, guns, 27 temple shields and other trophies associated with the plot.
Washington reports Gen. Chaffee used strong language to denounce looting by foreign troops in Peking. Waldersee paused on reception, regret expressed for tone, and later cordial talks note restored good will. Subsequent dispatches detail peace talks, Li Hung Chang’s credentials, and ongoing negotiations amid widespread international responses.
A newspaper ad touts a winter subscription deal offering free paper lists to readers who subscribe to Devils Lake Inter-Ocean for one year in advance. The offer includes numerous journals and magazines such as Practical Dairyman, The Indianapolis Sentinel, Farmers and Planters Guide, Health Culture, Poultry Chum, and more, with varying term lengths.
Rail excursion notes announce annual $40 tickets starting December 3 for travel from Minneapolis and St Paul to Chicago. Four daily trains to Chicago with morning departures and evening options. Through connections planned with Northern Pacific and Great Northern. Travel agents listed for rates and connections. In marriage notice, editor comments on nuptials with Lizzie Norris, dated November 7, and thanks to local editors.
The passage notes a delayed announcement about a matrimonial alliance and a plan to join accommodating gentlemen in guiding Brother De la Bere to the Benedicts. The editor attributes the tardiness to the editor's absence, explaining the late notice.
The Dutch government refused to take initiative for arbitration between the Transvaal and Britain. In talks with Mr Kruger and Dr Leyds, Foreign Minister N G Pierson said the Netherlands must stay passive while the great powers decide. A serenade for Kruger was banned by police amid fears of unrest.
Hunter & Hart coal dealers based in Nashville suspended operations claiming a $12,000 shortage and other irregularities. Efforts to locate partner Hart failed. Hearing scheduled for December 20.
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