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Newspaper
Freeland Tribune
Location
Freeland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1900
Page
2
Widespread commentary from major papers notes European influence in Chinese defense, the risk of war with China, and the potential power of 400 million Chinese. Observers warn of slow yet deadly punishment if powers act, and predict the world will learn much about China once the crisis ends.
The Rev Burris A Jenkins resigns as president of the University of Indianapolis to pastor the West Christian church in Buffalo New York. A Bible study conference will be held at Winona Lake Indiana August 19 to 29 now in its sixth year with attendance rising from 30 to 2000. Bishop Moore may delay his Shanghai posting, while Bishop Ryle of Liverpool is noted for multiple prestigious sermons at Oxford and Cambridge. The Rev Edgar J Levy a leading Baptist cleric who prayed for divine guidance at Philadelphia in June 1900 also blessed the 1856 convention.
The Pedagogue notes British India has 140 colleges and 17 000 students. Rev Dr A L Stetson resigns after 11 years as president of Des Moines college. Professors Heinze and Wundt mark 25 years at University of Leipzig. Rev W G Archer recounts an old Thornton home lady with 100 dollars giving 1 dollar yearly to Lincoln University.
The sultan reportedly has no crown as coronation remains unknown in Turkey. The German emperor plans daily fencing lessons citing waning sword prowess. The Prince of Wales sent a hundred autographs to a London charity benefiting the South African relief fund. The Princess of Wales maintains a museum of her hats and bonnets from fifty years as a London fashion leader. When a hat is worn out it is labeled dated and stored.
A Denver Post item notes the sultan of Turkey may purchase Krupp guns to deter Dill collectors. The Philadelphia Inquirer advocates sending a tough envoy, joking that the sheriff should be dispatched, while Kendall Clack & Co. market Clark Tobacco products from Scranton, Virginia.
A Peking dispatch reports Boxer activity near the imperial park south of the city and a failed attempt to blow up the Summer Palace. Destruction across Langation Street is described with foreign homes shattered or burned. Peace talks proceed as Imperial officials weigh restraint and safety measures for residents and legations.
Washington notes the government awaits developments on the Chinese situation. Power replies to ambassadors offer no clear policy. Britain and Russia accept Li Hung Chang credentials, while Germany doubts them. The US accepts credentials for now and probes dispatch routing through Tokyo and possible tampering. A war vessel may reopen direct diplomatic cables to Chefoo as diplomats gauge next moves.
Dispatch from Tien-tsin reports General Chaffee plans to maintain 13000 American troops through winter. Fifteen American wounded arrive from Peking, Captain Myers ill with typhoid, and refits due. Telagraph line from Taku to Peking completed as efforts to defend the legations proceed.
Admiral Courrejoles reports to the navy that Chinese admiral council demands diplomats’ consent to open talks in Peking. Li Hong Chiang aboard ship remains until negotiations are allowed.
In the Democratic primaries, Croker and Murphy factions gain influence in major cities. Brooklyn delegates favor Croker Murphy organization, while Coler falters. Abraham Gender defeats Senator Platt ally, and William Sheehan loses most Buffalo votes.
Aug 20 report from Washington states the United States ranks among first powers to show good faith in the Higne treaty by pursuing universal arbitration. Each party may appoint four members. President Meinley asks former Presidents Tirrison and Cleveland to join the international board awaiting remaining selections.
Professor George B E Beyer of Tulane University is sworn in as special inspector of wild animals for the pork commission at the New Orleans customs house. The appointment, under the Lacey act, came from Secretary Wilson. Miss Weight of Gilman Illinois dies after attempted arrest for malpractice ends in fatal clot. four deaths tied to rat outbreak in Watseka and Gilman injuries.
Washington Aug 29 An order by Secretary Toot under the president names the new post to be built at the mouth of the Nome River in Alaska. It honors Mort Davis for Jefferson Colninhis Davis commander of the first troops stationed in Alaska.
Seven damage claims totaling 115 to 25000 dollars are filed with the city comptroller by colored men alleging police mistreatment during recent race riots. The action aims to initiate a Supreme Court suit against the city.
Chicago Aug 2 news reports the Grand Army of the Republic encampment climax with a massive parade in Washington and Chicago. Hundreds of thousands of veterans march past the reviewing stand along Michigan Avenue in running weather, amid banners, battles flags, and emotional scenes including a veteran's death at Madison and Michigan.
A compilation of opinions from various sources criticizing tariffs and imperial policies. It contrasts calls to self government with claims of favoritism toward the rich, notes distrust of party platforms, and cites leaders like Bryan and Carmack while urging a return to liberty and republican ideals.
The notice details a complex 1897 railway schedule with trains from Hazleton Junction and Drifton to Jeddo Bokiey Harwood Cranberry Oneida and other points. It lists daily and Sunday departures, times such as 6 00 am and 4 00 pm, connections at Hazleton Junction with electric cars, and a statement that trains connect with P K trains to Wilkes-Barre Sunbury Harrisburg and west. Superintendent LUTER SMITH signs the notice.
The article credits Col. J. M. Guffey with uniting the Pennsylvania delegation and shaping the platform and vice presidential choice. It notes his pivotal role in nominating Stevenson over Hill after assessing Likely acceptances, praising his national leadership and broad influence among delegates.
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