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Newspaper
Indiana Madison Courier
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1900
Page
1
Perry Barnard shot and killed Jennie Davis, recently divorced from him, and wounded her mother and their three year old daughter in Flora Indiana after church. He fired three shots, then fled town, intending not to let them leave.
Denver dispatch reports Bishop Cranston returning from China urged civilized nations to rule China. He called it worth any cost in money or blood to spread Christianity and break treaties to place U S forces next to Great Britain, insisting the open door be kept for Christianity and commerce.
Negotiations for a commercial treaty with France concluded in Rio de Janeiro by Brazil’s Foreign Minister. France will grant a 0 percent duty reduction on Brazilian coffee. Brazil has shipped 900,000 pounds of coffee to London in the past six months.
The Admiralty reports via Chefoo that the Japanese man-of-war Toyashi has arrived from Taku and that the commander-in-chief and troops are back at Tien Tein. The dispatch confirms Japanese forces in the area and a return to the inland post.
At the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia Governor Theodore Roosevelt of New York stands as the pivotal figure for Vice President selection. Supporters and opponents debate his potential candidacy while Roosevelt weighs whether to accept if offered, amid a crowded field including Long and Dolliver. Delegates prepare to vote, with Roosevelt’s decision expected by late afternoon.
Bright skies and a cool breeze lift swelling crowds as Roosevelt’s nomination odds dominate chatter. Delegates from Alaska and Rawlinson attend. Manley is re elected National Committeeman. the Indiana delegation tussles over Harry New and Mulligan. a colored men’s meeting plans to pressure Credentials on temporary roll inclusion. Senator N B Scott of West Virginia emerges as latest vice presidential contender.
In Philadelphia at 1 40 p m Senators Hanna Allison Scott and Carter with Wayne McVeagh and Secretary Dick met to consider blocking Roosevelt's nomination. The session focused on strategies to prevent his formal nomination.
In Philadelphia on June 18 General Ashton of Washington reports Roosevelt says he wishes to avoid the nomination but fears the circumstances may force him to accept. He asserts his attitude has not changed and he does not want the office.
Senator Hanna says wait for delegates to decide on the Vice President and notes the Administration has no candidate. He personally believes Secretary Long is qualified and that Governor Roosevelt could end the chatter if he remains firm against accepting the nomination. After a Washington meeting, Hanna asks if Roosevelt wants the nomination. He replies he does not know, but Roosevelt knows how to stop it.
June 18 report from Washingerton notes strong interest in the contest for contracts to build five battleships and six armored cruisers. Firms named include Cramps, Union Iron Works, Newport News, Neafie & Levi, and New York Shipbuilding Company.
German Consul reports engagement at Taku between Chinese forts and foreign warships. International troops occupy the forts after bombardment and naval fire. Admiral Kempff confirms the Chinese forts fired first and surrendered after a brief engagement.
Kentucky June 18 The State Treasury office remains in the custody of the Sheriff. Treasurer Day has not been heard from though Mr Long telegraphed him last week seeking authority to turn over the office.
SeaTrix Washington June 18 report a strong alliance of transportation firms in Alaska and the Northwest. The White Pass and Yukon Railway Company has nearly absorbed the Canadian Development Company and the John Irving Navigation Company. Management of the three large firms now operates under one control with headquarters at Skagway.
Currennzy Wyoming June 18 The blast at the Sherman Hill cut off near the Cushing camps shattered granite and toppled 4000 cubic yards into Dale Creek Valley. No accident occurred though another large shot is needed to finish. About $3000 was saved by the blast.
The Italian Cabinet has resigned, triggering political upheaval in Rome as officials announce collective steps and possible new government formations following the move.
Columbia dispatch reports insurgents scoring a key victory ten miles outside of Panama while Indiana factions nearby brace for limited platform honors at the convention.
Rev. C Finn describes how Catholic missions near Southern Chang Tung face Boxer brigades. Villages are drilled and defended by missionary-led forces with mandarin support, forming fortified centers that resist attacks and drive back raiders through coordinated gun and cannon fire.
A partial OCR fragment notes efforts to protect Christix villages and praise missionaries for gaining Neophite favorable views with public authorities and peaceful residents, highlighting tension between religious groups and authorities.
A Washington dispatch reports that American troops move from the Philippines toward China to help restore order in Pekin. The decision aims to protect life and property as Western powers consult the Empress Dowager and Ta Tung Yamen. Britain Japan and Russia consider collective action to safeguard foreign interests.
In Lima on June 18 the Spanish Minister hosted a banquet for Rio Del Plata officers. The Foreign Affairs Minister and diplomats praised the cruiser visit as a sign of Spain’s affection for Peru and a bolster to the bonds with Spanish American nations.
A Caracas despatch to the Herald reports that the court of last resort has ruled in favor of Mr. Turnbull, a United States citizen, as the sole owner of the Orinoco Iron Mines, against the Reider-Searles Grant syndicate.
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