Emperor William criticised for speech to troops in China
Berlin July 25 The emperor’s address to the Chia expedition troops sparing no Chinese and making no prisoners is condemned by most papers and press. Critics say his words risk unsettling European unity and misrepresenting orders while others defend the explanation of restraint.
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Emperor William
Berlin
William
Chia
Lokal Anelger
Epéeach
Telifhg
China
Willim
Redeemer
Jehutsiem
Foreign Office
Jealousies Among Powers Stir Headlines On China Crisis
Reports from Paris relay Yu Keng the Chinese minister stating Pekin legation staff are safe despite possible destruction in Foreign quarter. He cautions foreign leaders that China may delay, while Japan and Western powers consider joint action and potential indemnity as 200000 Russian troops mobilize near Odessa.
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Presa
Paris
Sitaister
Yu Kong
Tha Nilenew
Peklo
China
Perbayn
Pokin
France
Kreg Hau Oid
Tusa
Yung Fu
Prince Ching
Wiill Prouby
Li Hung Ching
Hi Hung Ching
Pelln
Paki
Japan
Jooke
Gad
Rusia
Odessa
Foreign Ministers Convinced China Plot Averts Harmony
London reports insistence that Pekin officials plan to provoke conflict to deter retribution. Archibald Rowsell Quichoun argues bold action and risk. Bernard Shaw criticizes protectionist retaliation. Observers note potential gold shipments from New York impacting Britain and allied economies.
London China affairs stir amid Pekin unrest crisis
A British note and dispatches from Sir Claude MacDonald discuss the Boxer reaction and foreign protection in Pekin. They cite a May 21 dispatch urging a strong stance and a May 24 telegram noting cautious government reception of proposed security measures.
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London
China
Mlesiunary Brooke
Chih Olen Lo Fong
Lert Salisbury
Pekin
Glaude MacDonald
Dat
Alaude MacDonald
Claude MacDonal
Prince Giing
MacDonald
Price Ching
MacDonald Addy
Chinese appeal to Britain over trade and unrest in China
A July telegram from Pekin quotes the Chinese emperor asking Queen Victoria to use Britain’s good offices to settle tensions with Western powers. The note cites foreign commerce, distrust with treaty powers, and China’s need for support to avoid exploitation amid unrest in Shantung and other ports.
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Pekin
China
Great Britain
Chi Li
Shan Tung
Rapiny
Taktu
England
Juna
Foreign Office
Germanys Demand for Redress Over China Crisis
Berlin July U8 reports that Germany insists on adequate redress for Baron Von Retteler and seeks a permanent establishment of order in China. The German press hints the United States may resist, while plans for Pekin advance depend on the navy and other powers with action slated for the middle of next week.
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Wea
United States
Europe
China
Germany
Baron von Retteler
William
Himin
Foreign Office
Moya
Pekin
Empress Dowager Accused as War Instigator in China
The Colnene Volus Volume quotes a statement from a Catholic missionary returned from China alleging the Empress Dowager is the prime instigator of the war in China. Admiral Pung Yuellin, acting for the Empress, declares readiness for war with Europe and vows revenge for past injuries once China is prepared.
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Heaven
China
Preopare Hersel
Foreigners at Shanghai Census Count Reveals Diverse Population
Consul General Goodnow reports Shanghai on May 26 had 8774 foreigners excluding the French concession. British 2011, Portuguese 678, Japanese 730, Americans 62, Germans 535, French 176, Spanish 111, Indians 206, Malays 157, Greeks 2, Persians 2. Of Brits 1802 men, 421 women, 379 children. Americans 1,? men, 148 women, 141 children.
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Washington
Goodnow
Shanghai
Stanghai
Greece
Perlh
Tien Teln Siege and Allied Assault at Tien Tsin
The walled city of Tien Teln and the foreign quarter near the Fei Ho river are key to Pekin with 950000 Chinese residents. About 40000 Chinese forces and Boxers hold positions, while 10000 allies under Vice Admiral Seymour engage the quarter. On July 18 allies attack to destroy guns but face heavy resistance. breach later occurred and a large combined force surrounds the city as noncombatants evacuate.
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United States Infantry
Tien Tsin
Generel Ninh
Nieh
Matve
Tien Tein
Turbulent events sweep Pekin foreigners amid global tensions
Widespread unrest and foreign safety concerns surround Pekin as missions, societies, and officials respond to massacres and imperial policies. reports describe European hopes fading, trial proceedings in the United States, and rising violence in New Orleans and other areas.
Travia county politics and state convention notes
Chairman De addresses Travia county affairs while Mie Tepinat may not seek governor nomination. Waco hosts Democratic State convention with Lini W. Donley named district attorney after a three day adjournment in Lutkin. Market report shows lower prices across grains and futures on disappointing crop data and export receipts.
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Travia
Herome Kearby
Waco
Lini W. &. Donley
Lutkin
Democrats Hold New York Conference On Impeachment Claims
A conference of democrats gathered in New York as Senator Jones explained why impeachment inquiries are pursued and pressed for specific accusations against the president.
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Conference of
Democrata
New York
Jones
Feigned Traffic Pact With Thy Gull and Interstate
The garbled text outlines a supposed traffic agreement involving Fanta Fe with partners named Thy Gull Interstate and a mention of Sap. It reads as a historic or spoof item with unclear dates or places, providing no concrete actions or outcomes to confirm a real event.
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Fanta Fe
New Orleans Officials Warn of Jobber Scams and Safety Compliance
The notice reports concerns in New Orleans about fraudulent jobbers and the need to follow safety appliance laws amid growing enforcement. Local authorities urge residents and businesses to verify credentials and adhere to regulations to prevent scams and ensure compliance.
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New Orleans
Tivarhane
Military supply depot project under War Department plans
The effort to organize boats and military establishments worldwide proceeds under a board chosen by the Secretary of War. The program includes a central agency for army posts and camps and the creation of a vast supply depot. Plans are still sensitive and have not reached full deployment.
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Boot
Zatego
Local Officials Change Hands in Houston Area Notes
Mr dotn Sheath succeeds Mr ty vi. McKeever Sr deceased as secretary and general manager of Houston Gas Light Company. Dr Bart Sstaffard of Houston marries Mira Conitilo Phelps of Conroe. John A Warner bondsman for Victor Brown colored at $10 bond.
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Ty vi. McKeever, Sr
Diceased
Genere
Houston Gas Light Company
Iourid
Sitchell
Bart Sstaffard
Houston
Marrine Mira Conitilo Phelps
Conroe
Campbell Coftan T. and Bickle
John A. Warner Pines
Kinine Victor Brown
Missionaries Massacred in Pal Ting Fu Rumor
A telegraph from Bhanghset dated July 22 claims that all missionaries sheltering at Pal Ting fu have been massacred. It notes possible Pekin guard refuge at Telma Fu if Pekin is attacked and cites imperial orders and Belgian mission reports.
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Missiona
Chvttarider
Ioration
Pekin
Transports and naval movements report from Far East to Manila and Shanghai
The dispatch lists Hatrcock carrying 500 Marines and artillery with soldiers in San Francisco on July 26. Meade follows with 600 Marines, artillery and horses. Roxecrwon arrives from Seattle for China, while Warren goes to Manila. Admiral Seymour’s return to Shanghai is undecided and Dutch port defenses are adjusted. A New York plan to expand Governor's Island facilities in harbor is noted.
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San Francisco
Cal
Hatrcock
TaNuwha Nosayuki
Meade
Seattle
China
Warren
Manila
Pekin dispatch says ministers alive and safety assured
The Tribune cites TA Hing Chang reporting from Shanghai that Pekin diplomats confirm ministers are alive with safety assured as Allied forces advance. A State Department cable from Consul Fowler in Chefoo notes only one missionary, presumably Preich, is known in the Wand of Honan while other Americans remain unrescued.
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the Tribune
TA Hing Chang
Shanghai
Pekin
Foreisenuerm
Washington
Department of State
Fowler
Chee Foo
China
Preich
Honan
Shun Tung
Arur Smilin
Wickoff Blaters
Chapin
Mountain gun purchases set for China service plan
The War Department plans to buy additional mountain guns to equip troops for service in China. The Ordnance Board previously recommended wood battery acquisitions for use in the Philippines, but the China situation has increased the need for this equipment for forces destined for that theater.
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Washington
War Department
Serview
China
Board of Ordnance
Fort Revtiona Tome Time Aso
Philippines
Puntire
Nine Missionaries Massacred Near Nan Chow
Reports state nine members of the China Inland Mission were massacred near Nan Chow. Three more warships arrived at Shanghai, bolstering forces with about 500 troops at Woo Sung fort. Seventeen miles from Bhanghal along the Vang Tee, 3,000 troops moved toward the arsenal as small detachments fought nearby.
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Shanghai
China Inland Mission
Nan
Woo Sung Forte
Bhanghal
Vang Tee
Hotel Manger Notices Meter Mistake In Niagara Visit
A Washington man recalls being at Niagara Falls during the summer rush when four guests registered. The landlord sized up a new arrival and, while writing the name, asked if there was a meter mistake, noting the careful observation in a terse exchange.
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Niagara Parls
Washington
Registar
Kicker
Odd Hotel Exchange Reveals Sight of Simple Rooms
A humorous scene unfolds as a guest complaints about tiny beds and plain meals while bartering over a cheap stay. The landlord, outmatched, hears odd praises and finally seeks to humor the guest with a cautious offer and promises of honest accommodation.
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Smiujl
Europe
Beeville Social Notes Include Bank Officials and Weddings
Beeville residents list social movements with Wil hough Wilting of Commercial National bank and Charles Wiltin of Brevhat National bank attending a brother’s wedding in Brentiog. Port Worth trips, San Antonio visitors, Missouri City relocation, and cattle trade activity mark a week of local happenings.
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Beeville
Texas
Ashier Wilhough Wilting
Conmmercial National Bank of Pluie Stylet
Brentiog
Charles Wiltin
Brevhat National Bank
Misa Borilla Becker
R. B. Taylor
Aran
Bis Park
Cattle Grading Notes and Arrivals Reported
A report notes cattle from Staton for grading and mentions improvements in the stock. It lists arrivals from Kentucky and Wasela and references individuals C E Porter J I L Autry and J Smith among others with ties to Chicago and local counties.
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Staton
Retiusto
Jones
Col
J . Smith
Chicago
Or. A. BoSmih
Hoard of Trade Enjoined From Cutting Tin Market
The board of the Appin stock and grain exchange, described in the dispatch, was enjoined today by Judge Bishop from cutting market quotas or entering a constraint with telegraph companies. The order aims to restrain actions that would affect the Western Asian region and the market service.
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Judie
Eee Rr
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Tnie
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