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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1900
Page
1
A Tien Tsin dispatch says Prince Tuan organized an anti foreign army of 50,000 Chinese. Northern corps are to expel foreigners from the Amur district and a division has moved to act. Gen Gribski reports Chinese along the Amur river have entrenched about 13 miles and mounted 40 guns.
A Vienna dispatch reports Russia preparing a major military operation across Manchuria toward Pekin. The July 18 note notes Russia intends to open a path to Pekin with broad mobilization and strategic movement across the region.
On July 18 the British cruiser Verrivle and four other ships sailed for action off the Shanghai Shanhui Kwan forts. Chinese forces strengthened the Woo Sung forts and stored large quantities of ammunition there.
Washington reports a proposed war of intelligent destruction against China. Foreign powers would administer for China if the government consents. if resisted, it becomes open war. The plan mirrors 1885 France actions without full declaration.
Secretary Hay pursues a secret channel to reach Washington with news on the Pekin foreigners. Officials question Chinese dispatches as unreliable while Lord Salisbury uses a cipher with Sir Claude McDonald. Hay hopes for authentic updates by August with a covert method to avoid Chinese interference.
The Times reports the seizure of Blagovestchensk, capital of Amur, and the burning of the railway station amid the Sino Russian clash. Col Gribovski’s detachment on the Amur faced 2000 Chinese troops with artillery. two Russians killed, five wounded. Aigun is a Manchurian town and Amur river boundary.
From Pekin to Blagovestchensk on the Amur, the Russian capital of Amur province in Siberia sits near Afgun. It is an important station on the Siberian railway to Vladivostock within reach from Pekin.
Washington July 18 Admiral Remey reports from Che Foo that latest messages do not indicate that army officers Maj Lee Capt Brewster Lieutenants Naylor Hammond and Waldron are wounded. Capt C G Lang marine corps wounded. Second-Head L R Lang army wounded. An aide has gone to Tien-Tsin for accurate information.
Washington July 18 The president will return to Canton Thursday night unless plans change The president believes current China facts do not justify calling an extra session of Congress He says he will not hesitate to call Congress if further developments require men money or authority from Congress to proceed
ALL CHRISTIAN NATIONS ATHENS July 18 A joint request from Austria and England asks Greece to dispatch one warship and a battalion of marines to China. Similar appeals have gone to European small states and likely the United States will press its American neighbors. The Greek cabinet is weighing the move and has ordered the cruiser Admiral Miaulis to be ready to sail for China after a planned New York cruise with cadets.
The United States minister in Seoul telegraphs that Boxers and Chinese soldiers are within a few days’ journey of the Korean frontier. Piengyank is alarmed as natives flee the city while foreigners stay safe. Korea seeks to preserve order.
A Shanghai dispatch reports Prince Ching and allies planned Sir Robert Hart’s escape from Pekin using his Chinese fluency. The plan failed when Hart refused to leave foreigners, he pleaded for mercy in notes to Prince Tuan, who stayed silent. Europeans reportedly died the next night amid a massacre.
Washington reports Admiral Remey\’s dispatch from July 18 offers limited clarity on Tien-Tsin. Officials believe officers named may not be wounded and later American losses might be overstated. An aide to Tien-Tsin is approved to maintain China updates, with open Boxers and unrest in the area. Captain Charles G. Long of Massachusetts and Second-Heat Frank R. Lang of the Ninth Infantry are noted among wounded or in service.
Michael Murphy, born in Tarnavilla County Kerry Ireland, died at his son Timothy's Greencastle home just before his 100th birthday. He had been an inmate at the Little Sisters of the Poor home in Indianapolis for three years, removed amid protests from the nuns who cared for him. Murphy, once feeble but sharp, recalled events from his youth, including memories of the burning of Moscow.
The South-Side Market will be abandoned after failing to cover costs. Controller Johnson supports closing as salaries plus utilities exceed income, with gardeners and butchers refusing yearly leases and renting by the month. Market master Joe Wagner notes residents favor the central market despite initial demand.
Washington reports a dated dispatch from Taku via Che Foo listing casualties at Tien-Tsin on July 13. Killed include Col. E. H. Liscum and 17 enlisted men. Wounded are Maj. James Regan, Capt. E. V. Bookmiller, Lieuts. Lawton and Lang, plus 72 enlisted men. Two enlisted men missing.
A fragment from The Sun's page seven lines advertises a meat market for sale and notes other equally interesting matters in the line readers. The ad urges readers to read them, mentioning payment.
Clarence Zener owner of the Zener flats has returned from a pleasure trip and held talks with his lawyers about entrances torn away for protruding beyond the property line. He plans to inspect the building and may proceed against existing obstructions while ensuring future entrances do not block the sidewalk. The notice ends with an ad for Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a pain remedy.
Gov Mount on Wednesday finally issued a commission as quartermaster of the Second regiment to Milton J Hopkins after a prior setback over unsettled accounts from the Spanish American War. Gen Richardson and Gov Mount explained the matter was a simple record misunderstanding. Commissions were also issued for Walter Naversan to battalion adjutant and officers for the New Albany company, Captain Gandy.
The forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity covers the 36 hours to 8 p.m. July 19 with warmer, fair weather. Wednesday night and Thursday are expected to be fair with temperatures at 7 a.m. 68, noon 73, and 2 p.m. 70. An unrelated health ad promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as quick relief and headache prevention, noting druggists available in various prices.
A suit by Romus F. Stuart as plaintiff seeks $50,000 from Sterling R. Holt and his sureties plus county officials and Bookwalter and McCaslin for money Holt allegedly took as Marion county treasurer 1893 45. It accuses Holt of collecting delinquent fees and interest on warrants, illegally loaning public funds, withholding sums, and improper salary payments. The bond is $1,000,000. Bookwalter and McCaslin are named as experts and may have faced political pressure.
The Chicago American claims John T Brush still influences the Indianapolis club and helped secure players like Geier for the Hoosiers. Comiskey offered for Geier, but Indianapolis acquired him, fueling Chicago’s view of a conspiracy. Brush was once principal owner. William H Watkins now appears sole owner.
Senator Fairbanks declined to speculate on a possible special session to address the Chinese problem. He voiced horror at Chinese outrages and said the president must call an extra session if more troops are required than are currently available.
Black and tan ladies and children's shoes on sale at reduced prices. The ad promotes oxford styles priced from 1.50 to 2.50. Store located at 37 E Washington Street near Pennsylvania Street with a note about new merchandise and special offers.
Dr Hurty of the health board reports that about 9 percent of so called cider vinegar tested was spurious. Malt vinegar is adulterated with glucose coloring and lime salt and boiled to imitate cider vinegar, likely fooling chemists unless residue is closely checked. Caterbury Hoyt’s Poisoned Blood Cure is noted.
Deputy-city attorney Bell argues that waste paper boxes placed on streets are lawful and not signs though Stuckmeyer faces graft accusations over an $80,000 contract. Bell claims the boxes serve public cleaning needs and differ from signs, noting removal only if permanently fixed or used for private gain.
Former city official Stuckmeyer, intoxicated with joy over a 20 year franchise, says he would have accepted ten years if demanded. He initially asked 25 000, then raised to 80 000, amid questions about other backers and City Hall interest. He denies any city connections.
A fragment shows a street scene on Wednesday where a speaker exclaims the council could pass anything. A reply thanks the compliment and Charley ponders a gold bri¢ factory for the city, hesitating about the proposal.
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