Imperial Edicts Spark Chinese Crisis Publicly Divided
Reports from Shanghai and Pekin describe imperial edicts as China struggles with foreign pressure. Emperor Kwang Hsu seeks aid from Russia and Japan while factions dispute the edicts' significance amid ongoing anti foreign outrages and looming punishment for state officials.
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Systematic Looting Reports From Pekin Telegraphed
Dr Morrison reports that as Chinese officials offered Shan Hai Kwan Tong Shan and Pei Tang to British occupation with backing from Pokin authorities, Rear Admiral Bruce opposed to avoid disturbing naval harmony. Russian looting of the summer palace continues with valuables packed for transport to Russia. A second attempt led to the destruction of the white pagoda and two adjoining temples.
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Pei Tang
Pokin
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Summer Palace
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Russians Invested Murken Amid Hard Times for Imperial Tour
Shanghai reports the Russians have invested Murken, capital of Liso Tung province, as Emperor and Empress endure hunger and travel hardships. Troops devastate the land. followers desert. camels carry the rulers as they avoid looting and seek safety. Sir Bracat Mason Stow arrives on China mission en route to Pekin. Rockhill departs Pekin with cavalry escort to Tseu Tsin to advise viceroys and urge throne return.
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Bracat Mason Stow
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Claude McDonald
Pekin
Wang Wen Shao
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Tung Fo Haiang
Rockhill
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Tseu Tsin
Nankin
Yang Ten
Pekio
De Giers Heads to Tien Tsin With Full Mission
The dispatch dated Pekin September 27 reports M. De Giers Russian minister to China will depart for Tien Tsin with the entire mission, following orders from the highest quarters.
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Tien .Tsin
Withdrawal of American Troops From Asia Amid Expedition Plans
Washington orders withdrawal of most forces with a regiment, a squadron, and artillery kept in Pekin to protest American interests. The remainder sails to Manila while a combined land and naval expedition to Shan Hai Kwan departs Oct 3 with 4200 troops. Brooklyn to lead US ships, aided by a Russian contingent, and naval and dockyard costs are estimated near 19 to 20 million dollars plus repair bills.
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Russians Plan Partial Pullout From Pekin War Zone
General Linovitch announced an immediate withdrawal of most Russian troops and the legation from Pekin. A mixed force of about 2400 will remain to represent Russia while the rest depart by September 28. German and Japanese columns press southward near the imperial deer park as rail friction with Britain continues.
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Will probate in case of Rice estate delayed amid disputes
Special to The Post from New York reports potential delays in probate of William Rice's will. Capt. Baker claims possession of much of the estate's valuables, minus 25 000 dollars returned by Albert Patrick, amid disputes with heirs and questions over Texas court orders. Patrick denies coercion or demands, while Baker argues for control of assets under court authority, suggesting probate may hinge on technical matters and heir attitudes.
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Fatal Oklahoma Train Wreck Kills Two Passengers
A northbound passenger train near Waterloo Oklahoma fifteen miles south of Guthrie wrecked after a tender frame broke. Edmund Glook from Jonah Texas and Thomas Mayer Oklahoma City traveler were killed. many others injured including Texan T. Smith of Galveston and Ray Vandever a Missouri boy fatally hurt. Binek of Jonah Texas suffered a broken arm.
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Probabilities Washington Weather Remarks Mix of Fair Skies
Eastern regions forecast generally fair Monday and Tuesday with light to moderate winds from the southeast. Icy or foggy patches expected near coastal areas. no significant storms anticipated.
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Navy annual report details for coming year
Washington September reports from naval bureau chiefs outline planned work for the year. Most estimates are ready and in Secretary Long’s hands, with detailed reports to come after review. The main item is the standard annual requisites with no major new projects expected.
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Carhind a Fortune Five Hundred Thousand on Body of Dead Man
WilHam Wolcott of Boston dies of apoplexy on a Big Four train in Indianapolis. A former publisher and executive, he left a large fortune including 500000 in government bonds and substantial cash. He was senior partner at Wolsett & Co with offices in Boston and New York.
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RACH BLOT THREATENED
Governor Meiweeney received a telegram from Mayor Morgen appealing for militia to quell a threatened race riot in Georgetown. Colonel Sparkman was ordered to move cavalry troops to the area as tensions rose after a tear killed a white man.
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Persian Shah Arrives in Constantinople for Sultan Visit
The shah of Persia arrived in Constantinople and was received by the sultan with elaborate ceremonies and brilliant pageantry today.
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Reading Company 10 Percent Advance Sparks Labor Tension
Hazleton Pa September 30 The Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron company offered a 10 percent raise to workers in 39 collieries but sparked little unrest. President Mitchell did not discuss the move, signaling potential strain within the United Mine Workers. Posters to workers may threaten a break in the strike as labor leaders insist the rank and file remain solid. Large meetings in Freeland and Lanetown saw speeches from Mitchell and other officials as strikers mobilize to keep pressure on operators.
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Coal company offers ten percent wage advance
A Philadelphia and Heading Coal and Iron Company notice dated October 1 1800 announces a ten percent advance on wages for all men and boys employed at its collieries with effect immediately. The United Mine Workers urged workers to follow their own local decisions and await guidance from the national union.
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