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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1900
Page
1
Chinese authorities order foreign gun boats away from Yangtse forts and arsenal. They claim no foreigners survive in Pekin while Gen. Turg’s troops reportedly strike at legations. News of Baron von Ketteler’s death sparks shock among allied troops. Railways destroyed and Tien Tsin isolation grows as foreigners flee by boat.
A Shanghai dispatch states Lieut Commander Key of the torpedo boat Fame destroyed the new city and port near Taku. Two bluejackets were injured by an explosion and many Chinese were killed. Allies stormed the west end of the arsenal after a June 27 attack. 1,500 imperial troops attacked by flank but were driven back. Casualties: British five killed and 21 wounded. Americans one wounded. Germans two killed and five wounded. Russians 17 killed and wounded.
An imperial edict dated Pekin urges viceroys to recruit patriots and form troops to fight foreigners. It notes victorious battles with foreign allies and orders rapid nationwide dissemination. Admiral Seymour is said to be wounded in a major engagement. Proclamations urging massacre of foreigners and native Christians are reported at Aigslona works.
William T. Stead drew a crowd at May Wright Sewall's inaugural tea in the national pavilion on a July afternoon. He argued for universal peace and condemned Britain’s war policy in South Africa and China, calling Britain largely responsible for the Boxer troubles and criticizing the English government.
Couriers arriving in London from Pekin describe violent scenes in the southern viceroyalty capital. They report that the heads of captured legation guards were borne on spears through the streets, followed by chanting mobs urging to kill the foreigners.
Chicago on July 4 reports Commander J L Ogden ordered to eastern waters with Mantia as objective point. He recalls a 30 year old Tien-Tsin outbreak where many foreigners were killed and warns of Chinese anti foreign sentiment. In Washington ten Americans under Admiral Kempff were killed in China with thirty seven wounded.
Paris July 4 Gen Dodds has been appointed to command the French forces in China.
London July 4 Hiram Maxim notes Zeppelin's serial voyage, says he is not surprised by a 25 mile straight flight without returns. He cites trouble with airships and comments on the bird which flies.
The Daughters of the Revolution met with Mrs. Mount regent of the Indianapolis chapter on Wednesday to plan collecting pioneer statistics and learning Indiana’s early history. They aim to locate all original daughters and collect life stories. One member wore a red, white and blue silk waist.
Ida Mayes received 190 days in jail and a $150 fine after a Wednesday hearing for drawing deadly weapons. The case stemmed from a Tuesday night attack by William McElroy, a Big Four porter, at her Massachusetts Avenue home, with both parties claiming robbery. The incident left blood at the scene and led to charges of assault with intent to kill and grand larceny.
Oklahoma City July 4 A dispute over horses for Gov Roosevelt’s Rough Riders parade sparked militia intervention. Gov Barnes demanded saddles and mounts, but most of his staff refused to yield. Roosevelt warned that any further press would bring full requisition of all horses. No bloodshed occurred.
Suburbanites endure a hot muggy Tuesday night with sweltering men and cheerful tales. One northern resident gains notoriety for his sunny exaggerations about sleeping under blankets and a lamp blown out by a breeze as temps fall from 88 to 75 across the late evening and early morning hours.
The Maccabees routed the Modern Woodmen 14 to 0 in a Wednesday morning pickup game at Washington Park. Pitcher Carl McGaughey dominated as Greenwood and Lane were stifled, while the Maccabees cruised to the win with a strong lineup including Thompson Jordan Ones Nichols Green Smith Cunningham Hoffmart.
Maggie Marion, living with her sister at 247 East Washington Street, was shot in the head on Wednesday while on the porch. Mrs. Staub, accused of firing, denies it amid claims she and associates celebrated the Fourth. Witness Henrietta Finnock saw a revolver aimed at the Miller porch and fired.
A Tacoma streetcar plunged from an embankment after an accident three miles from the city. Initial reports list sixteen dead and 40 injured, with later tallies suggesting up to twenty three dead and additional victims. Names of victims not yet released.
Detectives monitor Wednesday trains for possible arrivals of known crooks while noting Indianapolis unlikely to draw such visitors due to strong local crime activity in Kansas City. Officials expect usual reports of lost pocket books at police headquarters.
Forecast calls for continued warm and fair conditions over the next 96 hours. Temperature measured at 7 am was 79 degrees with comfortable daytime highs anticipated.
A group of youths formed a flying squadron on Washington Street and fired blank cartridges at a Chinese man in uniform. The attack caused wooden Indians in front of cigar stores to drop their tomahawks but the man continued his walk unperturbed.
At Kansas City July 4 the Democratic convention began in crowded hall. Delegates and spectators filled the space as Chairman Jones called the meeting to order at 12:02 PM. Mayor Reed of Kansas City and figures like Senator Tillman and Gov McCreary drew applause amid flags and banners while the crowd debated platform ideas and reforms.
The Kansas City convention center program aims to adopt a platform and nominate Bryan on Wednesday as announced by Chairman Jones and other national committee members.
A Wednesday gathering at the state house in Indianapolis featured an historic centennial celebration with Gov. Mount presiding and Gen. John Coburn in charge of the program. Papers covered topics from the Central canal to the city library and Indiana flora as attendees sought brief synopses due to the heat.
Jim Jordan, cited for past workhouse sentences, celebrated the day in a peculiar manner. He struggled with balance due to an uneven load of liquor, grabbing passersby before entering a furnishing store on North Pennsylvania Street and finally toppling after admiring his reflection in a large mirror as a policeman arrived.
Gustave Kuvitz from 7 Jonas Street assaulted his wife during a Wednesday incident after eight years of reported trouble. He was taken to police headquarters for detention and questioning.
In the office of the Organizer of the W. C. T. U. in the Vajen block a fire caused $65 damage Tuesday night. It is believed to have started from an electric wire. Charles Davis shed at 915 Maple Street burned the same night. Sparks caused $50.
Historical ad warns against harsh remedies and promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a safe laxative for little ones. It targets parents and mentions pharmaceutical products in a period voice. The snippet reflects early 20th century marketing emphasizing child health and gentle relief.
Kansas City July 4 conservatives in the Democratic vice presidential race back Adlai Stevenson of Illinois as Bryan's likely running mate. Debate centers on silver policy with Towne favored by silver faction while Stevenson seeks broader East and South delegate support. Bryan’s influence and timing shape the nomination drama as factions press for early July action.
Claud Evans of Reno and Fred Daniels of Delmar were arrested for trying to pass a Confederate bill at May Van Horn's resort. Evans insisted the bill was good when declined and argued the money was valid to Bicycle Patrolman Bray.
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