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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1900
Page
2
Bresci declares the czar will be the next to fall as New York reports link him to a larger conspiracy. Police find evidence of collusion and make numerous arrests amid the Humbert assassination inquiry in Rome.
Paris August 4 The would be assassin of Muzafer ed Din shah of Persia gave his name as Salsan or Salson. He had been sought as an anarchist since 1895 and spoke freely of last Thursday's attempt and his anarchistic views. He worked by day at times and faced possible life imprisonment or even the guillotine for the act.
In a tense exchange a father notes his son now laughs at an old joke he once ignored. The son admits paying to attend and vows to get his money’s worth from the theater experience.
Washington reports a Sunday morning engagement near Peitsang, the first railroad station from Tien Tsin toward Peking. Allied losses reach about 1,200, mostly Russians and Japanese, with Chinese forces retreating. Taussig commands the Yorktown at Che Foo. war department officials note no reason to doubt the engagement occurred.
London reports Aug 7 that Li Hung Chang confirms ministers left Peking under escort for Tien Tsin. Dispatches note mixed signals on relief efforts for Peking, with claims of hostages and ongoing hostilities at Tien Tsin.
Alexander Jester, octogenarian defendant in New London Missouri, was acquitted of murder charges after a four week trial. The jury, after three ballots, found him not guilty. Supporters cheered as Jester prepared to travel to Oklahoma, where he was arrested two years ago.
The Marine Hospital Service received a telegram from Passed Assistant Surgeon Thomas noting four plague cases and two deaths in London with diagnosis confirmed by bacteriological exam. The message says no further spread is expected.
In Harvey Illinois an inquest into the Norris family deaths concluded the trio died from mushrooms not toadstools. Expert Robert Martin testified a small black bug found in mushroom tops likely caused the poisoning, undermining earlier claims.
The Prins Willem I steamer went ashore on Inagua July 81 and passengers and mail have been landed at CaPr by the Alps. Most cargo is believed saved. Passengers endured heavy privations on Mariguana before rescue.
Returns from Rauetan North Carolina on August 4 show Democrats with a 59,556 net majority after fusion gains. Senate result counts 38 Democrats and 9 fusionists with 3 seats doubtful, while the House tallies 95 Democrats and 13 fusionists with 13 seats in doubt.
Governor Voorhees said investigations into the plot to kill King Humbert and other monarchs began in New Jersey at his Elizabeth home. If evidence exists and suspects are alive there, they will be prosecuted.
Carte Town August 3. Liebberg's command attacked General Smith-Dorrien near Potchefstroom but was easily repulsed. General Ian Hamilton moved to Rustenburg to withdraw Baden-Powell's garrison. Seven hundred fifty additional Boers surrendered to General Hunter.
Pretoria August 4 President Kruger and Commandant General Botha issue a proclamation promising to pay all damage along to the farms by the British. Burghers remain with the commandoes and pledge to support the policy.
Readable lines report a return event involving a person named McKinley returning to Canton after an absence or trip, with details scattered in the fragment.
A Pretoria dispatch reports Boers exile British subjects cruelly treated during the conflict. Terms vary up to 25 years for some residents. Baden-Powell reportedly wounded at Rustenburg. Dutch forces claim prisoner captures and 324 wagons taken in recent action.
A Sta prauz correspondent reports General Hunter’s force receiving the Winburk and Sene kal commandos with about 600 men. General Roux and the Wepener commandant arrive. Leaders surrender after a long march as wagons line seven miles of the valley road. Prisoners include foreign artillerists.
In Manila Aug 6 reports show rising insurgent activity with ambushes against small units. First Lieutenant Alstetter and 15 men were ambushed in Nueva Ecija Luxon and surrendered after exhausting ammo. one dead three wounded. Captain Lara of the Manila native police was fatally shot. Lieutenant Bodon Hubsberg was killed near Santa Cruz. Five of the Twenty-fourth infantry were captured, later seven men pursued and five captors killed. General Lacuna promised to treat prisoners well.
An anarchist riot at the corner of Twelfth and Halstead streets left 26 people bruised after a clash with 45 policemen summoned to quell the disturbance. Five were arrested including Mrs Lucy Parsons widow of Albert Parsons executed in Chicago in 1887 for aiding and abetting the Haymarket bombing. Bail for Parsons was set at 1100.
The Humboldt arrived with 41 passengers and $200000 in treasure. Juneau passengers report a rich quartz strike on Windham bay at Al Nay's mine in a 20 foot vein traced 6000 feet. The Glacier Bay placer strike continues to draw many people to new discoveries.
In Mansfield Ohio on August 6 a large crowd waited at the depot as Overseer John Hamner Piper and Elders E P Hisher A W McChwkin A Mc Clurkin and A McFarland of Dowie's Christian church in Zon arrived. Police blocked the crowd from accompanying the visitors into Ashland fourteen miles away amid cheers.
Constantinople report says Lloyd Griscom United States charge d affaires renewed demands on the Ottoman government for compensation to American citizens hurt in the Armenian massacres. He urged a prompt decision.
Paris authorities arrest Augeste Vallete at Arbeville as a dangerous anarchist suspected of instigating Salson’s attempt on the shah of Persia. Vallete is reported to have fled Paris immediately after the crime.
A fierce blaze swept the Barker and Stewart yards in Ashland Wisconsin yesterday. Fire crews battled the flames through the night with no immediate word on injuries or total loss. Local authorities investigated the cause while residents were urged to avoid the area.
Aug 6 report from Pau notes rioters seized the town during a circus. Hubbard county deputies faced assault while serving warrants. Sheriff Alexander was beaten. railroad office overrun. a prisoner freed in Grand Rapids. Governor Lind asked to send aid to quell the disturbance.
A feud between William Dooley and four Dooley sons and the Harris brothers at Doe Run, Missouri, left four Dooley and Harris men dead and one Harris brother fatally wounded. A girl named Mary Litterell was hit above the ankle. The remaining Dooley suspects surrendered in Farmington.
Secretary Hay, who arrived for a vacation at Sunapee New Hampshire, has a slight fever from a travel cold and fatigue from duties over the Chinese situation. Doctors and family deem his illness minor and expect a few days rest to restore him.
Havre August 6 A serious strike among stokers and bunker men delays the French liner La Bretagne which had been scheduled to sail for New York Saturday The cabin crew joined the strike but are now aboard Negotiations between Compagnie Generale Trans Atlantique and strikers delegates show little prospect of quick settlement Frequent clashes occur between strikers and gendarmes guarding departing vessels
Mr. Bryan left for Indianapolis with Lincoln townsfolk showing no demonstration. General C O Howard arrived from Chicago to greet him and prepare to speak to the Epworth League assembly as Bryan departed after a brief handshake.
Gromaetown Kentucky August seventh. The fifth week of ex-Secretary of State Caleb Powers trial for alleged complicity in Governor Goebel's assassination began. Testimony in the courtroom was not sensational and shed no new light on the tragedy.
An electric car struck a large wagon filled with a fishing party on High street in Columbus, Ohio, last night injuring six people. Among the seriously hurt are Julian Rose of Boston, a variety actor, with a fractured leg and Fred Gefteler with a spine injury and elbow split.
A man accused of gold brick swindling and using aliases Smith Ogden Pratt and Flower is under arrest in Maroney New York. He is charged with a month old scheme that defrauded a Massachusetts farmer of $4000.
Bresel, killer of King Humbert, has shown fits of passion replacing his former calm and has been placed in a straightjacket for ten hours. In Pierre, fierce heat dominates with daily highs near 108 to 111 degrees and five days above 100.
In Loxpow on August 1 a regular cyclone swept across England, bringing gusty winds and heavy rain. Local observers report disrupted travel and minor damage as the storm moves inland.
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