31 Jul 1900
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1900
Page
1
A Tien Tein despatch reports British and American forces near readiness to move within forty eight hours. The claim notes concurrent measures in London and indicates imminent Allied action in the theater.
Texas pensions granted include Benjamin A. Need of Austin with 1 percent and John T. Alexander of De Kalb with $10. An increase is noted for Frank Lawrence of Fort Worth with $10. Original widows include Lucinda L Tilson of Victoria with 8.
The monarch died while being rushed to the palace after an assassination attempt. The assassin remains closely guarded as authorities investigate the incident and potential motives.
Reports from Monza and Rome describe King Humbert's fatal shooting as crowds mourn across Italy. Bresci, an American arrived assailant, was captured after a swift attack as the king rode with General Pontio Buxita. CNN-style telegram updates note nationwide grief, flag half-masts, and calls for order as Milan and Rome enact solemn tributes.
The Tribune in its morning edition denies any move to establish a temporary regency as the de jure ministry has resigned. The report notes the government structure is in flux following the resignations.
Reports say all military and naval forces will take an oath to the new king today and parliament will be convoked after the funeral. Warships move to crown king Winter while Emperor William may attend. Police arrest several suspicious persons amid accusations against Avanta newspaper.
The account outlines the assassin of King Humbert with varied spellings, notes his birth in Brate on November 1, 1308, and claims he acted alone due to hatred of monarchic rule. It states he resided in Paterson, New Jersey, and that he came from America.
Telegrams surge from across the country as Italy mourns King Humbert, with work suspended and theaters closed. Demonstrations erupt in Messina and Palermo as officials plan tributes while foreign officials, including Germany and Britain, express horror and condolences.
German consul in Tien Tsin relays that the legations face continued bombardment and near starvation with very little ammunition. Reports from London and Washington note Chinese forces pressing from June 22 to July 17, casualties among German guards, and appeals for relief as the siege drags on.
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