Startling Demands by China in Pekin Crisis
The dispatch reports China pressing powers to halt the Pekin advance and forego pursuing those responsible for attacks on legations, threatening to turn ministers over to the Boxers. It notes Allied unity on rescue terms and warns of severe repercussions if ministers are harmed. It also mentions Times dispatch from Pekin and Navy telegrams detailing relief efforts and hospital ships.
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Li Hung Chang
United States
England
Germany
China
Pekin
Powers Ready for Advance on Pekin Report
A July 27 dispatch from Tien-Tsin notes all powers preparing for an advance on Pekin. Russians ready, Americans forming a cart train, British and Japanese lining up junk transport, Japanese Gen Fukushima planning to seize Yang Tsun to base an advance. 15,000 Chinese near Yang Tsun reported. 14th US Infantry and Gen Gaselle arrive at Tien-Tain on July 27.
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Fukushima
Yang Tsun
United States
Tien-Tain
Gasellee
Sheng's A Lie Sparks Time for Chinese Forces Ahead of Pekin
Washington reports say Sheng the Chinese director of telegraphs is suspected of dissembling to gain time for Chinese forces before Pekin. Ambassadors dispute his claim that the siege was Boxer instigation and warn allied powers may be lured into action. A prominent ambassador notes Sheng's reports lack credence and reflect anti foreign sentiment. The true state of affairs, they say, will emerge only when the allies reach Pekin.
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Washington
Sheng
Pekin
Central Chinese officials linked to Boxer anti foreign movement
A dispatch from Tien-Tsin reports discovery of documents proving the viceroy of Chihli customs directors and other officials colluded with the Boxers, funding their anti foreign movement.
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London
Tien
Customs seize junk with rifles and ammo in Hong Kong
Hong Kong authorities seized a Chinese junk carrying about 2,000 rifles and a quantity of ammunition. Police and customs officials said the seizure occurred as the vessel entered port, signaling a significant contraband find linked to illicit arms movement.
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Hong Kong
Chinatown Celebration Ends as Police Halt Peaceful Rites
Chicago reports all Chinatown residents celebrated Tuesday night but police intervened to stop the gathering. Relieved by news from home that Boxer rebellion is being quelled and legations protected, celebrants were informed of the calmer situation.
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Chicago
Chinatown
Secretary Baxter Silent on Neely Bribery Allegation
Arthur R. Baxter, secretary of the Keyless lock company, returned to Indianapolis after being asked for comment on Bristow’s report about Neely dealings. The report cites $14,874 in furniture purchases from Keyless and $4,292 paid to Neely in two checks, suggesting a possible commission or bribe. Baxter declined to comment.
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Arthur R. Baxter
Key- Jess Lock Company
Indianapolis
Nostmaster
Gen. Bristow
Neely
Department of Posts
Keyless Lock Company
Baxter
Surrender of 1,300 Boers and top commandants reported
Gen Hunter reports the surrender of 1,300 more Boers and their commandants De Ploy Potgieter Joubert and Danish lieutenant Anderson. The surrender occurred Tuesday after Boers wrecked a supply train. Thirteen soldiers were killed and 3% injured.
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London
Hunter
de Ploy
Potgieter
Joubert
Anderson
Electromosis Kill Trolley Passengers In Startling Study
Professor W G McRae of Toledo claims a new disease called electromosis causes nervous system break down and organ destruction from stray electric currents in street cars. He says he invented a current consumer to trap escaping currents, and cites experiments on lab animals showing illness after trolley rides. He suggests many heart and kidney diseases are electromosis in humans.
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McRae
Toledo
Bright
Governor Mount Denounces Guard Alcohol Incidents
Gov. Mount questions reports that commissioned officers brought intoxicants into Fairview encampment. He praises overall discipline while warning officers who drank will be punished. he urges swift action to uphold high standards in the Indiana national guard.
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Gov. Mount
Indiana National Guard
National Guard
Robbery Claim Tied to Saloon Visit by Former Boarder
Mrs. Maria Riefes of 1509 S State Ave reports a theft of $50 from her stocking during a visit to an Illinois Street saloon arranged by a former boarder. She alleges a waiter stole the purse while she was drugged and later found the door locked. she previously lost $100 last fall at an EE Washington Street barrel-house.
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Maria Riefes
S. State Ave
S. I Winois
Washington St
Hardware Dealers Rally to Fight Department Stores in Indiana
The Indiana branch of the Interstate Retail Hardware Dealers met at the Grand with 200 delegates. They vow to unite against department stores and price-cutting, plan to pressure manufacturers and jobbers, and aim to expand the group into a national body spanning 23 states. Annual meetings move to February at the Grand. previously in Evansville.
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Indiana
Interstate Retail Hardware Dealers
the Grand
Indianapolis
Grand
Evansville
Bryan and Stevenson Attend Democratic Clubs Convention
Bryan and Stevenson will attend the National Association of Democratic Clubs convention in Indianapolis on September 5. Pennsylvania first to name delegates chooses ex-President Black of York to head the delegation.
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Bryan
Stevenson
National Association of Democratic Clubs
Indianapolis
Pennsylvania
Black
York
Gentry-Patchen Race Likely Off at State Fair
John R. Gentry injured an ankle at Gloversville New York and cannot leave his stall. He will probably retire for the season, so the anticipated Gentry Patchen race will not be a feature of the state fair.
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John R. Gentry
Joe Patchen
Gentry
Gloversville
N. Y
Delegates Arrive Late at American Protective League Meeting
At the Second Baptist church Wednesday session of the American Protective League committees were appointed. Delegates arrived slowly causing work delays. Organizer Henderson said he invited Mayor Taggart and Alison Sweeney both Democrats and Gov Mount, only one Republican, to welcome the delegates Monday night.
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American Protective League
Second Baptist Church
League
Henderson
Taggart
Alison Sweeney
Gov. Mount
Trade Board Conflict Won’t Reach Indianapolis Floor
Secretary Smith of the Board of Trade says the Chicago dispute with telegraph firms won’t affect the Indianapolis board since it does not receive reports or conduct trading on its floor even if independent lines are set up.
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Smith
Board of Trade
Chicago Board of Trade
Indianapolis Board
Sewer Project Postponed by City Attorney Advice
City attorney Kern advises delaying a large intercepting sewer west of the river until the legislature enacts a law to base assessments on benefits. The postponement stalls the planned construction and shifts focus to potential legal groundwork.
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Kern
City life notes and legal matters in brief
Aged Nora Keller, repeatedly jailed for drunkenness, appeared again Tuesday night. Louis Newburger elected vice president of the Commercial Law League of America at Milwaukee meeting on Tuesday. Lavina Snider sues James Stevens and wife for $10,000, claiming she fell in their rental house stairwell. While driving on Virginia Avenue near Lake Corner, an Indianapolis Paint and Color Company wagon wheel detached and the horse kicked the harness loose in a brief incident.
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Nora Keller
Louis Newburger
Commercial Law League of America
Milwaukee
Lavina Snider
James Stevenson
Virginia Ave
Lake’ Corner
Indianapolis Paint ‘and Color Company
Tell
Attorney General Endorses New Life Policy Option
Attorney general Taylor has advised State auditor Hart that an insurance company formed under the 1897 act may issue a 20 payment life policy with the caveat that the company reserves the right to demand further premium payments during or after two years if the initial payments do not carry the policy to maturity.
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Taylor
Hart
Stanley Backed With $25 For Forfeit Fight
Stanley and Fred Blackburn renewed interest after Blackburn defeated Stanley. supporters anteed $5 forfeit money to set a ten round preliminary at the Shine-Stiles event on August 24. Stanley, at 133 pounds, seeks a Hoosier opponent. Dr. Thomas Elect ric oil appears in the text as a medicine reference.
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Stanley
Fred Blackburn
Dayton bicycle man to enter quad in Newhy eval races
Pat Hussey of Dayton Ohio will enter his famous Dayton quad in the August 14 races at Newhy eval. Management may change plans to include only multicycle races and arrange a match race with motor pace. Pease and Gordon, two speedy local men, may be sent against each other.
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Pat Hussey
Dayton, O
Dayton
Newhy Eval
Pease
Gordon
Secretary Charles E. Wilson Ill at Denison
Charles E. Wilson secretary to Governor Mount has been seriously ill for over a week in Denison but showed signs of improvement on Wednesday according to reports.
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Charles E. Wilson
Gov. Mount
Denison
Sobissels Swimming Bath Ad
Sobissel s offers a swimming bath at West and Canal with a temperature of 78 degrees. The ad highlights a clear healthy complexion and blond attractiveness associated with the facility.
Garrard Named Chief Marshal for Bryan Notification Parade
Garrard has been appointed chief marshal for the Bryan notification parade in August. The route starts at the Grand and proceeds east on Maryland then north on Meridian around the monument, then east on New York, south on Capitol, and west on Ohio to Military park. After the notification, Bryan and party will tour the city. Tomlinson Hall and the monument will host evening meetings with the two candidates.
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Charles A. Garrard
Bryan
Maryland
Meridian
Monument
New York
Capitol Ave
Ohio
Military Park
Tomlinson Hall
Read Them They Pay Liners Offer A Cottage For Sale
The Sun's page 7 liner notes feature a cottage for sale among several useful listings. Readers are urged to peruse the section for bargains and timely opportunities.
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the Sun
Tax case before state tax board over McCray net income
Frank McCray appeals from the county board assessment of 345,255 as net income. He seeks taxation on 750,000, while the board last year fixed 400,000. Manager H. A. Brown testified that gross receipts rose from 1899 to 1900, but net proceeds were smaller.
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State
Frank McCray
McCray
H. A. Brown
City to tighten junk dealer reporting and licensing
The city attorney drafts two ordinances to require junk dealers to report goods to police and to license dealers. Judge Daly ruled the pawnbrokers reporting section invalid. The licensing fee is expected around 235 dollars yearly, pawnbrokers paying 100. A new loitering ordinance is in preparation.
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Daly
Impere Blood Cure Trial Sparks Medical Debate
A historical report notes Hoyt's blood remedy under scrutiny as readers seek relief from fevers and mysterious ailments. The piece mentions hazards, public skepticism, and ongoing discussions among physicians and townsfolk about this cure’s efficacy.
Anarchists Celebrate Humbert Murder in New York
In New York on August 1, radicals led by Emma Goldman expressed jubilant support for the Humbert assassination. A Goldman faction member praised Italian comrades and warned rulers, while detectives vow to closely shadow the alleged anarchists amid arrests in Italy and threats against the president.
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Humbert
Goldman Wing
Anarchists
Bressi
McHinley
Plot to Kill Humbert Sparks Italian Assassination Case
Rome reports arrests in the Humbert assassination case with links to an alleged anarchist network. Salvatore Quintavalli and Lanner, from the United States, are detained alongside Theresa Brugnoli and Milanese Madame Ramola and her son. Investigators cite plots to kill the king and discuss anarchist ties.
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Ramola
Milan
Italy
Bressi
Humbert
Paterson
N. J
Rumors of Coup as Radicals Seize Parliament Power
A revolution would not be surprising as radicals and republicans, aided by clericals and other anti monarchists, practically control parliament. There is a widespread belief that a coup d etat may be attempted within a month or six weeks.
Malatesta Ties To King Humbert Murder Probe
A Monza dispatch links Count Malatesta with Gaetano Bressi in the Humbert assassination case. Bressi admits friendship with Malatesta when in Paterson New Jersey, but says Malatesta knew nothing of the King’s planned murder. Both men vanished from Paterson, with recent sightings in London.
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New York
Malatesta
Gaetano Bressi
Humbert
Monza
Bressi
Paterson
N. J
London
Rua
Kealing Appointed Receiver for Indianapolis Buggy Co
Judge Leathers appointed Kealing as receiver after conflicting suits between Valentine and MNI Creek companies. Attorneys chased absent judges as filings moved between courts. Judge Carter initially declined petition then redirected the case to room 2 after determining Leathers court filed first.
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Leathers
Kealing
Indianapolis
Carter
Weather Forecast for Indianapolis and Vicinity
Forecast for the 36 hours ending 8 pm August 2 calls for fair weather with warmer nights. Wednesday night will be fair and warmer, followed by a fair Thursday. Early reports show a 7 a.m. temperature recorded as FO and noon reading at 82 degrees with 2 p.m. at 84.
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Indianapolis
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