Ines Requests China Duty for War Department
A note indicates Sas asked the war department to assign him to duty in China. He has not yet been taken upon the application.
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1900
Page
2
A note indicates Sas asked the war department to assign him to duty in China. He has not yet been taken upon the application.
A Vancouver report cites Kobe Chronicle claims of Prince Mi Chan Yo and his father facing vengeance over the Korean empress assassination. Kim Yunus Ching allegedly sought to strike at Prince Jo Yo. a plot was thwarted but assassin escaped. Japanese ministers protect royals amid mob violence against missionaries in Nagoya.
Berlin reports say the Chinese minister in Boston is withdrawn as tensions rise between Germany and China. The Berliner Post notes unprecedented steps and possible long war, with German officials signaling a hard line and potential shifts in foreign policy ahead of a crucial election.
Americans faced a poor showing at the Paris exposition games on July 18 with only one first place, four seconds, and five thirds. The 25 mile or five mile marathon saw heavy conditions and a French victory. American entries dominated fewer events and were hindered by unfamiliar terrain and police restrictions at the venue.
A jumble of international claims and domestic notes fills the page. Reports of possible Russian actions in China and Cuba draw attention alongside Civil War era political movements, economic updates, weather, and local civic events.
In a chaotic race card, Beata wins the Dare Evil event with a 2:37 pace amid a slate of standings. Notable winners include Lys Allen and Jobs Nolan in their respective fields, while Prodigal and other entries post impressive performances on the turf.
National Association of fairgoers opens its twenty-eighth regatta in New York with multiple events. Worcester’s Boat Club wins the international four oared shell pace. Washington and Petersburg pair take the Paris fours, about four lengths ahead. American entries place well in London markets, while Cleburne Texas plans prize purses to boost horse racing.
In Grosse Point Mich on July 19 the Blue Wibbop meet produced fast times led by Providence rider Albert hitting 2:06 pace in the 2:0 event and Abbot setting a mark in a steel heat. Gere Old paced youth to 1:32 half and 1:06 1:45 as Windsor showed the favored form with swift miles.
A bankruptcy petition was filed with the United States Court clerk by F. M. Smith of Conroe Texas. The claim amount is 4490 dollars with 2350 dollars exempt under law.
A voluntary petition in bankruptcy was filed today in federal court by Joan Ves a cotton buyer from Rockdale Texas seeking relief under the bankruptcy laws. The action centers on Avatin Texas with details listed in the court filing and may affect creditors and local business interests.
Cleburne Texas on July 15 W F Moore sold his share in the firm W F Moore and Co furniture to Bo McQueen of Godley a brother in law to the other member Ferguson, the firm’s partner.
Gily Mabry owner of the Cleburne hotel Rewe sland and bookstore sold the business to her husband Chouthit Mabry of Rockdale who will continue operations as usual.
A fragment notes a theft involving saddlery and harness in Paris Texas with names C N Beholsa and T 3 Hin ta Damed aa ruoiee. The readable text is incomplete and uncertain about exact actions or dates.
Heavy rains caused the Perdenales to flood, the highest rise on record, washing away crops and grain stores in Fredericksburg Texas. Ten thousand buckets of wheat were swept from shacks and a cotton gin at Tivydale was carried downstream.
The Atlas steamer departs Sabine, Texas today with 2,090 barrels of crude oil in tow from Corsicana and other shipments anticipated soon. The Stender? Ol company’s dates are unclear but signals ongoing crude transfers to Philadelphia-bound freight.
Washington July 12 108 U S troops expected to leave Cuba within nine months and the island handed to the Cuban people. The Cubans would require a constitutional convention and the adoption of a constitution before full liberty. A constitutional clause may be inserted if agreeable to others amid Democratic platform pressure.
The state department announced the public release of the bow treaty with Italy in Washington on July 18. The document outlines the terms of reciprocal trade concessions and aiming to strengthen bilateral economic ties between the two nations.
Special to The Fort. Washington July 19 fourth class post masters appointed today Farrar Limestone county John Bishop Hitchcock Galveston county Robert Dempster San Ramon Hidalgo county FQIL Johnston Texane ericted pensions John Edward Moors Bosansa Walter M Hutchinson Hewitts Tocre ise William P Connor Sulphur Springs aic A post officer published at Pansy Navarro county with Thomee Ww Baker as postmaster
In Atlanta on July 19 the Grand Army of the Republic and United Confederate Veterans gathered for a Blue and Gray reunion. General Gordon urged reconciliation while General Shaw spoke for the G A R praising Union victories and wartime sacrifice. President McKinley sent condolences and best wishes via telegraph.
In Frankfort, witnesses describe talk of conspiring with Goebel's death, Power's pressure to join the crowd, and plans to ferry mountaineers by train. Culton testifies on instructions, guard conditions, and payments, while others recount badges and the tense atmosphere around the capital during the Goebel era.
New London Missouri July 19 the sensational Jasper Worder case proceeds with circumstantial evidence. The national interest grows as letters and telegrams pour in about the defendant and the alleged victim. The State has traced Jenner across Missouri and Minnesota in pursuit of clues.
An advertisement extols Dr Harter's Iron Tonic as a joinless iron supplement that build up the body, improves appetite and digestion, and restores strength. It cites testimonials from Dallas and Troy praising its restorative effects and offers free Little Lives booklets.
In a state house yard witness testimony debates the exact spot where Goebel fell. The diagram indicates a disputed marker and Grobel’s fountain fall is described as he was struck and fell backward several feet.
Forecast calls for generally fair skies in Eastern Texas and Indian Territory on Friday and Saturday. Fresh southerly winds ease by Friday night with cooler air. Saturday remains fair with light breezes.
The Cotton Region Bulletin reports data from the United States Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau for the twenty four hours ending 5 p m yesterday. Information covers the cotton belt showing temperature rainfall and atmospheric conditions across states and regions.
In Cookeville a fatal adopting affray ends a day of political tension as participants L4 Creek and W G Crawford attend the Democratic Senatorial Convention for the Tenth district. Meanwhile a power magazine blast near the Reward Mine flags danger and life loss concerns in Nevada City. Boston reports a Cambridge court discharge in a grand jury action and Springfield notes a military camp ceremony authorized for Governor Buse.
Government inspectors report heightened need for patrols on the Texas border to curb rising smuggling. In Washington the president appoints J. Maginnis as postmaster at Indianapolis.
Advices from Guatemala report growing gilets and fears of a revolution. In Mexico City the anniversary of Juarez death was celebrated with liberal speeches praising democratic ideals. In London Mr William Waldorf Astor apologized publicly for a grave blunder toward Captain Sir Archibald Berkley Milne.
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