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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1900
Page
3
Dispatch from Pekin dated August 9 reports the French legation in Pekin was burned during the anti foreign attacks. The Chinese bombardment and defense by French troops left the legation building destroyed and many foreign and Chinese casualties, with calls to remain under safe conduct.
Reports from Washington indicate the United States government has not authorized an official confirmation of Field Marshal Count Waldersee’s appointment to command international forces in China. Diplomatic discussions among Emperor William’s circle and allied powers continue, with Japan’s assent seen as pivotal to finalizing the selection and timing.
Amid fast changing fronts the long line of troops is described as reduced and reorganized. The text notes more than twenty thousand additional men may be required by mid autumn and outlines a force comprised of British officers native officers and imperial servicemen.
Incomplete text references a voyage to China and a reserved number. Mentions a corps not formed and a fortnight period for action. The fragmentary item suggests consent issues and unclear names or places.
An 1880s battlefield briefing outlines the Allied advance from Tien Tsin toward Pekin. It notes 20 000 to 26 000 troops with 170 guns, a 12 mile daily march, and a roughly 86 mile distance to Pekin. Rugged, flood prone river routes, embanked shores, and mud filled roads shape supply and movement while Chinese defenses along the river and surrounding towns threaten a staged assault.
The Powers trial in Georgetown Ky continues as defense and prosecution clash over witness testimony. Colonel Campbell signals possible rapid action on remaining motions and the fate of Youtsery’s cane while detailed cross examination unfolds about sightings and events at the governor’s office and the crime scene.
The text reports on Boer envoy efforts in a conference led by Herr von Dorenthal with Count von Duclow’s representative, noting Leyds and a delegation at the meeting. Abram Flecher tells AP the burghers plan continued guerrilla warfare and widespread raids to harass the British, more effectively than a formal campaign.
A steamer report says Russian ex-officers and privates from Siberia joined the Boxers. It alleges mass killings of Chinese by Russian troops and a body dumped to drift down the Pel Ho. Chinese leaders and Prince Tuan are discussed with varied claims about lineage and loyalties.
A dispatch to the Daily Express from Chee Foo dated August reports 200 Allied losses in the Yang Tsun capture, most killed, with Chinese forces entrenched east of the river. A second dispatch from Tien Tain dated August 6 notes Japanese reconnaissance beyond Hsi Ku and Chinese forces strong at Wei Ho, with 200 horses captured and three Japanese killed and twenty seven wounded. The London papers summarize the Yang Tsun event as promising progress toward Pekin but warn of inevitable delays due to supply concentration and base establishment.
Unverified dispatch reports a plan to shoot British officers and seize Lord Roberts. Ten ringleaders arrested, conspirators promised to target Western Pretoria houses, seize the general, and rush him to nearby command posts. The discovery caused a tremendous sensation.
A dated July 27 dispatch from Washington described as idyllic diplomacy claims Pekin seeks two concessions from leave Pekin, with M. Pincaan reporting. The piece argues Washington officials view force as the only argument Pekin understands and cites incriminating documents from New York August 9 asserting official encouragement of violence against foreigners, including Americans, inTien Tein.
Lord Roberts reports a force of about 3060 Rushenen and Rhodesians at Blance River captured by Delarey who learned of Hamilton's movement. The garrison was surrounded before Carrington arrived, with seven killed or wounded among officers and men.
Advertises Paris Green London Purple Paragrene and Arsenic insecticides with immediate filling of orders. States new law requires state chemist analysis and package labeling with certificates before sale and claims compliance to save buyers time and effort.
The text describes delegates from Moshne and Twich adopting a Chicago Democratic platform at a Galveston convention in 1495. It praises Mr. Bailey and Mr. Molton, notes Hailey's opponent withdrawal, and urges unity to achieve Democratic supremacy while honoring leaders and party duties.
The Harper Brothers buildings on Pearl and CUM streets were sold today at the New York Real Estate Exchange for 1,100,000 to Alexander Orr, chairman of the Harper realignment committee, including presses and publishing rights.
Captain BR Srute of the Cowboy Rangers reports a loss during an overnight camp at Seabrook. His horse, named Winchester, disappeared while he and companions rested, prompting a search. The incident details remain unclear.
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