13 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1900
Page
1
The report logs late Monday and Tuesday winds generally fresh from the south across Oklahoma, Texas, and surrounding territories with readings from multiple cities. Notable figures include Corpus Christi reaching around 22, Galveston near 0, and Nashville around 58.
In Birmingham Alabama an explosion at a local furnace severely injured several workers. Two men, likely fatally burned, died from the blaze, while three others sustained serious injuries. The blast sent flames pouring from a furnace stack and enveloped workers nearby, with victims identified as Date Young and John Armatroye among the injured.
Tesnas in New York register at New York hotels listing guests from Texas towns including Ponlam St George Cleburne Broadway Central Dallas Golounade Fort Worth Manhattan Gainesville Hempstead Hockwell and Aptonio with several named individuals and hotels noted in August entries.
Sixty people were aboard the Lehigh and New England train when it crashed into an omnibus near Slatington, Pennsylvania. Sixteen killed instantly and eleven seriously injured, with many relatives of Sophia Behoeffer among the dead. Fred Chattin, a boy of about 11, is the only child fatally harmed on the train. his mother remained critically hurt. The incident prompted a relief train and extensive medical aid as investigators and officials worked to manage the scene.
A Southern Pacific passenger train derailed on a trestle near Lake Charles Louisiana this afternoon. The tender jumped the track, the engine and nine coaches slid into mud and water of the Lacasine bayou, scattering passengers and wrecking the carriages along the trestle. No further details on injuries or fatalities available.
Train No 4 of the Missouri Kansas and Texas northbound derailed at Cade I T and the engine turned over. Baggageman Fletcher was seriously injured while passengers suffered minor injuries. Cleanup took several hours.
London markets last week reacted to the Bank of England gold move to 76s 64 and a five per cent rate, aiding easy money and suggesting future war loan issuance abroad. Exchequer bond placements faced criticism for non disclosure, while U S demand influenced premiums and several rails and mining shares showed limited activity with downward price trends and modest gains in a few stocks.
Market summaries note a quiet fortnight due to holidays with late improvements in India and Calcutta demand on new crop futures, while Chinese activity remained dormant. News of a weak government crop report unsettles buyers as spot trade shrinks and bulk manipulation fears rise. Berlin markets followed with a harsh week as industrials tumbled until Thursday, signaling the boom’s end.
Early today a fire broke out at Green Wills in a building described as the old tailor shop of President Agdtewmon. The blaze caused destruction but the main structure’s integrity was preserved and efforts saved the remaining contents.
Washington officials publish the imperial edict appointing Li Hung Chang as envoy plenipotentiary to negotiate with the powers for an immediate cessation of hostilities. The United States repeats its demand for compliance before negotiations can begin, warning that a cessation of hostilities without concessions is unlikely.
Belated message from Minister Conger transmitted to War Department says he can hold out until General Chaffee relieves him. The note, dated Pekin August 4, asks for information and expresses hope for delivery of relief soon.
A fragment argues the government should abandon defensive actions against rebels and permit forces to withdraw, suggesting the only proof of its authority lies in informing the public rather than maintaining an obstacle to progress. The text reflects debate over military and political legitimacy.
Paris August 12 dispatch from Vice Admiral Courrejela claims native Christians and miners on the Hanlow line 100 kilometres from Pohin are in grave danger and outside allied operations. Navy confirms New Chang captured August 4 and evacuated. several deaths reported among French colony workers and a Danish company.
Paris reports a delayed dispatch from minister M. Pichon detailing the Chinese siege of Pekin legations. Chinese bombardment continued, with four legations burned and three-quarters of the French area destroyed. Many killed or wounded. corps defending the Franco Austrian detachment reports heavy losses. Government seeks protection before departure.
M. Del Casse’s note to the Chinese government complains of delays by Pekin’s foreign ministers in replying to China’s escort offer. The Taung Yamen declines responsibility for casualties and urges European powers to expel their representatives from Pekin. Del Chase’s reply says no departure will be ordered while the route is unsafe and any casualty will be charged to the new government.
A Hong Kong telegram reports three more chapels demolished and widespread looting of mission property after an attack on a local preacher. Officials take no action amid speculation the trouble stems from a Vegetarian Society linked to the Triad, with ties to Boxer activity.
The Berlin Tageblatt reports Field Marshal Count von Waldersee will travel to Rome on August 12 to oversee a special mission. He plans to coordinate with international powers before seeking a united effort regarding China and related command issues.
Dispatches from London and Shanghai detail reactions to the possible exit of foreign ministers from Pekin, with officials voicing concern for safety and urging cautious conduct as allies explore options. Reports cite river obstructions, Chinese officials, and foreign ministers pressed for safe passage amid ongoing military operations and diplomatic exchanges.
Company A Priest infantry stationed at Fort Logan H Root since returning from the Cuban war receives orders to depart at once for San Francisco. They will move tomorrow morning by special train and anticipate sailing for Nagasaki on August 20. A company of the Twelfth infantry will be sent to this post.
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