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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1900
Page
9
An undated dispatch reports 90,000 Chinese forces advancing toward Pekin with fifteen guns, aiming to cut railway lines and seize control. The U.S. State Department describes strains around mediation, with European powers seeking a clearer American policy while noting limited troop landings and rising civilian evacuations in Pekin.
In a stray clipped item from Aug 27 the report cites claims that England Germany and Japan have declared war on China and urged Britain and the United States to retire from colegio. The text also mentions Luquides Devlin and Tokina in relation to a disputed matter at St Petersburg with unclear context and potential malice.
Weehington reports ongoing cable outages delaying news from China Amoy attracts urgent attention at the State Department as officials monitor possible declarations of war rumors. Minister Wu seeks confirmation and expresses concern over lack of communications from Li Hung Chang and Chinese authorities.
General Fray, commander of French forces in northern China, reports on operations against Russian forces. He states the capture of the Chuen ho Mongaty at Pukin on August 16, defeating many defenders, and then taking the 81 Hux Men gate after a long march. The narrative mentions subsequent advances toward Pol Tang and Monsignor.
A mangled report from New York dated August 7- Maymich to the Journal and Advertiser notes Japanese sightings of Sandins Marines within three days. It mentions Amay, Chba and Chita, reporting on conditions and actions, with vague references to Shangnas.
Report from Berlin dated Aug 27 notes received word from Plan-Tsit Aays about boxing centers near Afteen miles northeast of ware San 19s Aa TwAnp-San not appearing in available mappings. Mentions Bang-Biin near Bel-Ho river west of the colony Ales, Conn Tiest-Tsin on the Pekin route.
Washington officials believe land lines between Shanghai and Che Foo have been cut by boxers. The latest message dated August 15 suggests such interruptions would delay all messages by several days, as they would have to be sent from Che Foo to Shanghai by steamer, a four day voyage.
Chicago reports Charles Denby of Indiana ex minister to China and Philippine commission member writes urging reelection of President McKinley. The letter titled Tyranny Attitude Towards the Philippines is publicized by the Republican National Committee and criticizes Bryan for creating imperialism issues.
Alton Ohta reports that peaceful conditions in Akron have allowed all remaining troops to be withdrawn after Thursday night. As soldiers depart, the city returns to normal life with crowds dispersing and the streets resuming their usual appearance. Morton Nettlehorst is listed as administrator of the estate at Wp riet Zloglay, deceased.
Dispatch from Gord Roberts reports General Oliver and three of his sons captured as Boer forces attacked from the southeast of the Orange Free State. Buller’s diversions and cavalry actions near Belfast and Del Toumalpa area are described with heavy fighting and shifting advances.
Aug 27 reports show General Patton’s forces engaging the Boers near DaT m Moncion and shelling a plantation east of Belfast. French artillery under General Freneh supported Buller’s forces with long range fire as Boer defenders showed careful but ineffective retaliation. The front line sees continued heavy action as both sides contest the ground between here and Machatiodarp.
Lillie Miner, by attorney Rayand Ryan, files for divorce from Danny Miner alleging a 1804 marriage on January 5 and separation on September 28, with claims the husband abandoned her and has provided no support. asks court for alimony, property, and support orders.
Otto F. Herbst has qualified as administrator of the estate of Mary D. Snyders Unceased and as guardian of her minor children Ralphint Edward A aged 17 and 10 years.
A garbled notice describes Mie County roads near Shia to be desolated by an advertising project. A Munster elephant figure, made of sheet metal, stands as a sign. The text is unclear and reads like a damaged OCR fragment with stray terms Pixley Co and Mivertizing.
San Francisco report notes a medical miracle after a man narrowly avoids a fatal outcome due to a X ray procedure. Medical officials and the hospital staff credited the rapid diagnosis and timely intervention with saving the patient.
In Manila the young officer, previously assistant quartermaster, was struck by a Filipino shell fragment that buried in his thigh and cartridge belt. Returned to San Francisco for treatment. Chief Surgeon located the fragment and removed it with lamps and instruments. Wounds healed, officer discharged yesterday.
A violent shooting at a New York hotel left a man dead and another injured. Witnesses describe a chaotic scene as a suspect, Stridivan, confessed to planning an assault and hinted at a jewelry theft involving 9 thousand dollars in gems. Officials identify Sefton as the victim, a Chicago salesman, with Baltimore and Chicago ties emerging in statements and letters.
Mrs. Callow of Decainy was suddenly taken ill at Robison Park on Sunday. Dr. H G Merz responded nearby and attended the patient. Manager Beck arranged transport by street car to Haply Hospital where she is reported improving.
A mob of about 250 armed men besieged Gilman Illinois seeking the arrest of Mrs Wright mother of a slain 16 year old girl. The confrontation ended in a fatal shooting of officer Michael Ryan and a fire that burned the Wright residence as vigilante action followed a coroner's inquest verdict amid warnings of lynch threats and continuing demonstrations.
Senator Hanna plans to stay in New York longer than expected, delaying return to Chicago for four weeks to assist campaign activity. He will remain with his family at Elberon rather than attend Franklin Murphy College, amid reports that the Democratic committee plans new headquarters and an aggressive fall drive in key states.
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