Waterloo Day Grand Circuit Meeting at Nutwood Park
The August meet at Nutwood Park starts next Monday, touted as the greatest western turf event, drawing expected crowds from Waterloo and nearby towns. Entries include Cone Trale in the 2:24 pace, Major Miscavite in the 2:15 pace, Mabel Onward in the 2:25 trot, Gamin, Alpha W, and McWilten in various heats, with anticipation of strong showings and multiple heats across 2:09 to 2:24 pace divisions.
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Nutwood Park
Babuque
Great Western
Amf Seriag
Eld Dadilcate
Waterloo Dias
Ausuatoo
Dillonmire
Huffate
Conetrale
Stark
Davenport
Des Moines
Firick Twree
Independence
Elisa
Miscavite
Denate
Fuiey
Lads Piper
Gamin
Mabel
Alpha W
Tno
Joliet
McWilten
Plackheart
Jollet
Sen Ren Lee
Vno
Chatn Shot
Joltet
Corenella Belle
Wi. Om
Anjust & Im
Sheilah
la Crescent
Joy Maker
Hifa
Mo. OM
A. J. Muleren
Montlectlo
Telegraph Plans For Atlin and Yukon Border Line
In an interview Victoria public works official Gie said the telegraph system linking Atlin to the outside world would be completed and in operation by October 1. He also stated the Dominion government’s Dawson to Fort Cudahy line on the Yukon Alaska boundary would be ready for use by the same date.
Yukon Basin Project Ties British System to Far North
The Yukon basin plan will connect with the British system and serve key northern points. A wholesale fare cut halves all Yukon rates from Dawson to Whitehorse and through routes, effective immediately. Dawson papers note preparations for Lord and Lady Minto's reception.
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Yukon
Far North
Dawson
White Sorse
White Pass
Lord and Lady Minto
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Proves Wunder Cure
Mrs Nannie Gulleger of LaGrange Ga reports Bucklen’s Arnica Salve quickly healed great head and facial sores after frightful dismtivement It proved to exceed all hopes and works wonders Sores bruises skin eruptions cuts burns scalds and piles cured 25 cents guaranteed by T W Ruete druggist
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Nannie Gulleger
LaGrange
Bucklen
T. W. Ruete
Real estate transfers ending August 11 1900
Transfers compiled by Geo Salot list Wao. Ch Watters to Te Kress and many other deeds across Dubuque Cascade and New Wine areas. Entries include lot transfers, subs, and land in sections from Burden-Lawther to Hooper's add and Trowbridge era parcels totaling 31403 dollars. Names include McCarten Dillon Kruse and Carmody. sheriff Cantin and executor Abetn noted.
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Geo. Salot
Wao
Te Kress
D.C
J.T. Steenser
C. B. Tafleseh
West Cascade
W. W. van Nest
B.A. Crouse
Peveet Tamerre
J. W
Admr
N. Borgen
N. Boesen
East Dubuque
Coohey
Carmody
Dietrich
Et al
Kiene
Sinnholdt
Half Cent Coin Movement Prompts Government Input
A campaign urges the adoption of a one half cent coin for general use in the United States. Business leaders sign a document detailing the need for more efficient making change as progress explores new methods. Also advertised is Hostetter's Stomach Bitters claimed to cure several ailments and prevent fever and ague.
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United States
Ble
Yellowstone Tours Offered by American Tourist Association
Extended tours under management of the American Tourist Association Reno Campbell General Manager 1423 Marquette Building Chicago Illinois Pullman Sleeping and Dining Cars depart Chicago Tuesday Aug 7 at 10 p m via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway All expenses paid Address Geo H Heeafford General Passenger Agent Chicago Accidents will happen Be provided with Page s Climax Salve It will cure it burn seal cut or graSe and save pain and Doctors bills Evening Herald Telephone 212
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American ‘Tourist Association
Reno Campbell
Marquette Building
Chicago
Pullanan
Miwaukee and St. Paul
Geo. H. Heeafford
Ill
Page
Desperate siege reported at Chinese legations in Canton
Consul McWade cites Minister Conger saying legations are under siege by Imperial troops. Sixty killed and about one hundred wounded with ongoing resistance. Navy dispatches note Yangtsun occupation and heavy casualties for allied forces, while the English commander reports attacks near Peitsang toward Yangtsun with significant losses from heat and shell fire.
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Washington
McWade
Canton
Conger
State Department
Secretary of State
Tsinan
Pekin
Navy Department
Kemney
Che Fo
Bureau of Navigation
Remey
Number of allies in Pei Chi Li province listed
The province Pei Chi Li has 38 000 allies and 114 public safety items. The total on Aug 30 is expected to be 78 000 with 280 public safety items.
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Pei Chi Li
Viceroys Seek U S Help to Stop Shanghai Troop Landing
Washington reports the viceroys of China led by Li Hong Chang have asked the United States to aid in preventing foreign troops from landing at Shanghai. They claim twenty foreign warships can protect foreigners and maintain order without landings, noting an agreement reached last month under the protection rights.
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Washington
China
Li Hung Chang
United States
Shanghai
State Departments
Date of Conger Message From Pekin Is Uncertain
Officials believe the Conger message likely left Pekin before the imperial edict lifting cipher restrictions. The dated August 5 edict is noted, with no new details beyond the ministers’ desperate condition and resolve to endure indefinitely. No indication that any forwarded messages reached the besieged legation.
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State Department
Conger
Pekin
Mr. Conger
WILL LAND TROOPS
Washington Aug. 11 The gravity of the Chinese situation continues with a fresh dispatch from Minister Conger via Consul McWade at Canton and a brief military bulletin from Admiral Remey. Acting Secretary Adee conferred with Secretary Root while officials kept reserve on procedures. Attention centers on Shanghai where Vice Admiral Seymour plans to land British troops as southern viceroys led by Li Hung Chang urge U.S. help to prevent foreign troops' landing. A month-old arrangement places Shanghai protection under foreign authorities, with twenty foreign warships near and a British force en route from India though actual landings have not yet occurred.
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Washington
State Department
United States
Conger
McWade
Canton
Remey
Adee
Root
Shanghai
India
Aliens Open Successful Assault at Yang Tsun
Washington dispatch summarises Gen. Chaffee and Gen. Gaselee reports from Yang Tsun. Chinese troops held trenches while foreign forces attacked, then charged three miles into heavy fire. Intense heat in the region caused prostrations and sun stroke deaths among officials observing the campaign.
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Washington
Remey
Chaffeeng
Yang Tsun
Gaselee
China
War Department
Russia's Strange Action Over Pekin Exit
London Aug 11 Russian government permits M De Giers and staff to leave Pekin under Chinese guarantees while the United States and other powers urge ministers to hold out. Reports from St Petersburg say Russia intends to fortify Manchuria and retain the territory after the present upheaval ends. The war office expects 142000 men and 242 guns in Siberia by September. Shanghai has no Che Foo or Tien Tsin news. a dispatch boat from Taku is due at Che Foo tonight.
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London
Pekin
United States
St. Petersburg
Russia
Manchuria
Siberia
Shanghai
Che Foo
Tien Tsin
Taku
Chinese minister warns allies on Pekin march risk
London Aug 11 Chinese minister Sir Chih Chen Lo Feng Luh said the powers refusing to leave Pekin have worsened the crisis. He warned a march on the capital could spark disruptions in southern provinces and threaten foreigners and merchants as Shanghai reports of Tadian troops cause alarm. He urged negotiations with Li Hung Chang to avoid bloodshed.
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London
Chih Chen Lo Feng Luh
Pekin
Tadian
Shanghai
Li Hung Chang
Notice From Board of Health Advises Boil Water
Notice from the Board of Health states the city water may not be suitable for drinking. It advises the public to boil the water for drinking purposes until further notice. J. G. Hancock M. D. City Health Physician.
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Board of Health
Board of Trustees
City Waterworks
J. GC. Hancock, M. D
City Health
Grand Army Excursion Price Plan to Chicago
Auction style notice advertises agents wanted earning 25 to 50 dollars daily selling novelty campaign waterproof wreck ties. Mentions exclusive territory and best seller guarantees. Also notes Illinois Central one fare round trip for Grand Army excursion to Chicago from Aug 25 to 29 with return by Sept 1.
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M. & M. Monty. Co
Dept. C
Spring- Nelda
Mass
Democratic state convention set for Cedar Rapids next Wednesday
Delegates prepare for the Democratic state convention to nominate state officers in Cedar Rapids with favorable notes on prearrangements. Subcommittee members Carr Roberts Jackson and Hart praise the thorough work, secure meeting rooms near the Grand hotel, and excellent music and badges. John D Denison Sr chosen temporary chairman, expected to deliver a feature speech.
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Cedar Rapids
M. Carr
Manchester
Republican
Carr
State Central Committee
N. C. Roberts
Fort Madison
A. E. Jackson
Tama
W. R. Hart
Oelwein
John T. Hamilton
Terry
Mekota
Mr. Carr
Grand Hotel
Manny
John JD. Denison
Clarion
Kansas City
Anamosa District Fair Offers Big Iowa Event
The Anamosa District Fair runs August 14 to 17 with trotting pacing and running races baseball and special attractions. Visitors may tour the penitentiary. Railroads offer excursion rates with Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Ry advertising one fare 3 5 45 to Chicago and return from August 26 to 380 for the Grand Army encampment.
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Anamosa
Iowa
Chicago
Milwaukee
St. Paul Ry
Grand Army of the Republic
Oakdale Camp Meeting Excursion Tickets Offered
Oakdale camp meeting in Oakdale Illinois runs August 16 to 27, 1900. Chicago Great Western will sell excursion tickets Aug 15 to 27 with return Aug 28 at fare plus one third for the round trip. Inquiries to F. B. Ross city ticket agent 695 Main Street Dubuque.
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Oakdale
Ill
Chicago Great Western Railway
F. B. Ross
Main Street
Dubuque
Excursion to Chicago via Illinois Central
Illinois Central plans an excursion to Chicago from Aug 25 to Aug 29 at a single round trip fare. Tickets are valid for the return trip until Sept 1 with good for the return journey.
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Chicago
Illinois Central
Ilinois Central
Modern Woodmen Picnic at Canton Soon
The Modern Woodmen announce a picnic at Canton this Thursday August 16. Attendees may travel round trip for 1.50 by the Milwaukee line.
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Canton
Milwaukee
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Bigcrind
TRLNG
Dr. Fenner
Hewart
Ae Testo
Ti OT
Nour
Tonarch
Boiss
Yellowstone National Park
Great Britain
Ange
Grand Army
NEC
Kwr
Rutal
Congress OF Rough Riders OF the World
Col
W. PF. Cody
Buffalo bin
ISM
San Juan
Roosevelt
Rough Riders
Germany
S. America
Arabia
U.S. Artillery
U.S. Cavalry
Annie Oakley
Johnnie Baker
Philippines
Hawaii
Palace Pharmacy
Chickering, Lindeman
Chase Bros
Hackley and Carlisle
Lyon-Barnard Co
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