07 Jul 1900
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1900
Page
1
A Shanghai dispatch quotes the British consul on foreigners in Pekin and fears rise as ministers abandon open doors. Reports say Tien-Tsin and Taku may fall soon, missions in Mukden burned, native Christians massacred, and Boxers abducting a native girl at Tsun-Hua.
Yokohama report says the government will dispatch 13,000 troops to China immediately as tensions rise.
Washington dispatches clash over China events with conflicting messages. British Shanghai report claimed foreigners in Pa Kin were slain while Consul-General Goodnow in Shanghai stated Pekin legations remained standing on July 3 and Boxer's attacks were slight as officials fear starvation measures.
A Daily Mail dispatch from July 1 reports 1,700 Russian and 300 British troops breaking through to aid an American relief force of 300 men. One American officer, in despair, died by his own hand as the group struggled onward. The report notes drought and famine prospects. The USS Oregon moves toward Nagasaki after refloating on Huki islands.
Shanghai dispatch reports Shen, the Chinese director of telegraphs, has started a notable visit to the viceroy of Nanking as part of ongoing telegraph expansion and diplomatic exchanges.
Frank Groeschel eight, living with his grandmother at 121 W Twenty seventh St, was taken to the home of the children's guardians by Officer Joyce Saturday. He roamed Fairbank in a new suit, stripped of shoes Friday, saying he swam and a colored boy took his clothes. He is described as incorrigible. His grandmother is crippled and unable to chase him. The line includes a note about a past death of Frank’s father Gus Groeschel in Delaware and W North Sts.
A July dispatch from Taku quotes Mr. Conger the American minister at Pekin describing a besieged situation with provisions nearly exhausted. He urges the relief force to advance and give no notice by signal, underscoring the urgency of action.
Shanghai July 7 Prince Tuan orders 20 000 armed Chinese to advance from Che Foo to seize Nanking from Viceroy Lieu Kun Gil as British cruisers Hermion and Pique defend the city. Six Chinese battleships rumor of naval clash and 4000 leading Chinese citizens killed for petitioning foreigners. At Kimpai fort Foo Chow 300 Chinamen died June 28 from shell misfire.
A courier from Pekin, who left on July 3, brings word that two legations remain holding out. Chinese forces have suffered about 2,000 killed and wounded, with several Boxer leaders among the casualties.
Miss Mary Pierce, niece of Minister Conger, reports from Pekin dated June 8 that Chinese soldiers armed with modern rifles were mobilizing there. She describes meeting a detachment during a horseback ride to their temple and learning the emperor was in the fields guarded by troops.
Four British warships arrive at Vancouver British sailors desert in large numbers seeking passage to China bound ships to join the fighting line. Fifty deserted in one day with many slipping over the line to Seattle despite severe punishments.
The gunboat Arethusa now in port at Victoria British Columbia has been ordered to China with urgent orders from the Admiralty office.
The State life insurance company deposited $1,000,000, $171,000 above the required amount, plus an additional $100,000 with the auditor of state as required by the legal reserve law of 1899. The total deposited by the company now stands at $400,000 above the law.
Old Tel 20708 details indicate a court ruling moving a matter to Stevenson. No further context available.
London reports an increasing view that Japan is central to solving the Chinese trouble as Russia backs Japan’s troop landings. Britain and France express reluctance to grant Japan a free hand, fearing broader conflict and a Japanese mandate.
Gen Otis told Adjutant General Corbin and Secretary Root in Washington that additional regiments can be spared from the Philippines and sent to China. He noted Manila troops were more than needed when he left and a new commander may have altered conditions. He warned the rainy season could hinder mobilization.
Indiana national guard plans a July encampment at Fairview Park Indianapolis with 29 infantry companies and 3 batteries expected. A Muncie militia unit drills for possible deployment to the Philippines and rumors said Indiana would be first to supply troops to Manila if needed, though officials doubt the tale.
Commissioner Hyde reports Thomas Taggart dominated ticket distribution for the convention. Taggart plucked tickets from Secretary Walsh and Chairman Jones, ensuring Hoosier access. Hyde claims Taggart’s influence kept harmony, predicting future leadership of the national committee.
A Mount Vernon Ohio paper notes the conferring of the degree Doctor of Laws on Mark Hanna at Kenyon College. Several other distinguished men were honored, and applause arose for each name until Hanna’s was called, after which a deep silence embarrassed the officials.
The H. H. Lee tea store site on Washington Street near Illinois, 22 1/2 feet front, sold Saturday by Herbert and Lavina Whitehead to the Indiana Trust Company, trustee, for 82500. The price is among the highest per front foot for Washington Street property. Robert Mattingale of the Indiana Trust Company refused to identify the company’s client or plans for the property.
In Pretoria on July 1, fourteenth members of the British infantry were captured by the Boers during mounted action. The incident reflects ongoing hostilities as Boer forces press operations around the capital.
Will Engle denies reports that Otis Nash, killed on the L. E. W. tracks, had $150 on his person. The denial refrains from confirming the alleged sum and sticks to the reported accident context.
Weather forecast for Indianapolis and surrounding area projects warm fair weather for Saturday night and Sunday. Temperatures noted 7 am at 77, noon at 88, and 7 pm at 20.
Walter Hoss of 1123 Blaineave displays a night blooming cereus at his home. The bloom measures about four inches in diameter and draws curious neighbors to his residence.
A damaged OCR fragment refers to Bromo or bromide in Daying Laxative Brome Quinine Tablets. The text hints at mislabeling and warnings about poison in the blood and a supposed cure marketed as Hoyt's Poisoned Blood Cure.
Hernly ridicules Bryan prophecies calling him a fool and a faker. He forecasts Republicans winning Kentucky and West Virginia and carrying Vermont and much of the East while Democrats take Missouri Colorado and the silver states. He notes a hot campaign with torchlight processions and enthusiasm and cites Stevenson as a weak rival for Bryan.
President McKinley formally launched the political campaign in Canton with Roosevelt leading visitors to the North Market cottage. Gov Roosevelt arrived and spoke after a wild crowd demanded a speech, praising a dollar of 100 cents and noting the Kansas City convention vote.
In New York on July 7 a major betting claim surfaced as broker Jacob Field allegedly wagered 20000 to 5000 that McKinley would defeat Bryan in November. The smaller side was taken by Charles A. Starbuck. Field reportedly has 80000 more to wager on the same terms.
A regiment of Rough Riders will be formed in the criminal court room on Saturday night led by Attorney General W L Taylor who will urge Republican support. Sheriff Cyrus J Clark drives the effort to recruit 1000 men to wear Rough Rider hats and uniforms for rallies and demonstrations before the campaign opens.
A committee including Theodore Porte tus, A N Wilson, E R Hooten, J W DeBusk and A F Zearing will meet the Commercial Travelers' Club at the Grand Hotel Saturday night to arrange a ratification meeting for Democratic nominations. Mayor Taggart plans to return Sunday morning after visiting Kansas City. Indianians arriving Saturday express enthusiasm, predicting a great convention and the upcoming fall action.
The Lehigh Valley railroad promotes vestibuled limited trains from Buffalo Chicago and the west to New York. Dinong car service a la carte.
Lincoln Nebraska July 7 Montana delegation greeted William Jennings Bryan at his home after arrival by trolley. Bryan resumes campaigning after sleep delay and vows no Republican state will prevail, predicting Montana Vermont and others will vote Democratic. He endorses Stevenson and calls for a large national majority. Montana delegation returns to Lincoln at dawn.
Senator M Hanna will direct the Republican campaign from Elberon New Jersey for the remainder of the summer He plans to occupy the cottage of New Jersey Republican state chairman Franklin Murphy who is in Paris as exposition commissioner Hanna will take possession September 1 and go to Elberon July 2
Lincoln July 7 Nebraska delegation returns from Kansas City disappointed by Towne's showing in the vice presidential fight. Some seek comfort from Bryan who says the convention chose Stevenson and will benefit the party nationwide. Bryan to be notified Monday to discuss campaign plans.
On Saturday inmates with razors may shave. Tom Hiser, a colored prisoner for assault and battery, refused to relinquish a razor when Jake Kurtz inquired. Hiser shaved his neck without a mirror, achieving a neat result described as rivaling town barbers.
The county board reviews ongoing assessments and planning steps. Officials discuss next steps for local projects and potential budget considerations, outlining schedules and reporting priorities.
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