Allies Enter Pekin Report Sparks Shanghai Outlook
A Shanghai special says allied forces reached Pekin on the 15th and British troops will land at Shanghai tomorrow. Wuan Shikai’s troops retreat to Shen Li to guard the Empress as imperial household and most army and Boxers move from Pekin to Hsian Fu. Li Hung Chang reportedly confirmed the Pekin advance without opposition. All is quiet in Shanghai and the Yangtze valley.
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Shanghai
Pekin
Wuan Shi Kais
Shen Li
Tuan
Hsian Fu
Li Hung Chang
Yang Tse
Waller
Tien-Tsin
Tien Tsin
Powell
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Jolly
Mr. Harding
Craddy
R. N
Harding
Falstaff
S. D. Butler
A. E. Harding
W. L. Jolly
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H. M.S
Craddock
Fuller
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Pekin Captured After a Hard Fight
Washington reports from Che Foo dated August 17 1900 reveal a Japanese assault leading to the capital Pekin. Japanese forces entered the city amid stubborn Chinese resistance and rapidly surrounded the foreign legations. Involved casualties: Japanese over 100, Chinese about 300.
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Washington
United States
Che Foo
Jeports
Pekin
East
Pekin Falls as Allied Armies Enter City
Washington reports allied forces captured Pekin after Tung Chow advance. Remey and Consul Fowler confirm legations safe. Japanese units around 10,000 with notable losses, while officials note possible negotiations and delayed attack at the east gate. President and Secretary Root react with relief. Chaffee’s communications awaited.
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Washington
Armes
Pekin
United States
Admiral Remey
Fowler
Che Foo
Remey
Yund
Realiz Lung
Tung Chow
Tartar
Legation
Chaffee
Artar
Agul Fowler
Min
London News Reassures On China Peace Moves
London reports from Che Foo confirm Pekin’s relief on the 15th and discuss possible armistice. Morning Post notes a worldwide rejoicing and questions if the United States will halt offensive plans while Germany’s stance remains unclear. Editors urge stern inquiry into outrages and leadership punishment as discussions continue.
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London
Pekin
Imperial Customs Office
Che Foo
England
Remey
Morning Post
United States
Germany
Berlin
China
Daily Graphic
Shanghai
Imperial Court Crisis In Beijing Amid Foreign Troop Movements
Daily Graphic reports the viceroy of Nankin altered stance under consul pressure and Britain and France may land troops if needed. Empress Dowager travels with the emperor against his will. Prince Tuan commands rear guard as palace treasures head to Hsian Fu. Russians push at New Chwang repelling 2000 Chinese with heavy losses on Aug 15. Conger’s despatch confirms Americans alive, some sickness, food to last until relief.
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Kwang Su
Hsian Fu
Prince Tuan
Tung Fuh Siang
Pekin
New Chwang
Daily Express
Che Foo
Conger
United States
Fowler
Inglis
Enter Pekin falls as Berlin greets news with caution
Berlin reports confirm Pekin’s fall after two telegrams from August 14 and an arrival of allied forces near the capital. Papers hail a China programme milestone but urge redress for legation attacks and the assassination of the German minister, plus a government that guarantees against repeats.
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Berlin
Pekin
China
Berliner Post
Protect Native Christians in China Amid Hostilities
A Washington cabinet official said native Christians in China, numbering several thousand, would be included in any settlement with China to end hostilities. The plan contemplates protecting their security and possibly relocating them to the Philippines. Indemnity is expected to cover victims families and U.S. expenses.
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Washington
China
United States
Philippines
Germany Prepares for Long Campaign in China
Berlin reports Germany is making full preparations for a long campaign in China. A slow steamer has been chartered for December to ship material for a 60 mile field railroad. Reichstag to convene in October unless far eastern developments require sooner action.
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Germany
China
Associated Press
Reichstag
Far East
Fire apparatus contests open at Vincennes
In Paris on August 17 the international exhibition preliminaries for fire apparatus drew about 5000 firemen from many nations. American team leader Chief George C. Hale and the Kansas City brigade impressed with rapid harnessing and life saving methods, earning the crowd's ovation and first place. Contests continue tomorrow.
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Paris
International Exhibition of Fire Apparatus
Vincennes
George C. Hale
Kansas City
Roberts fears De Wet eluded pursuers in South Africa
The war office received despatches from Lord Roberts noting a fear that General De Wet has escaped pursuit. Roberts believes De Wet may have broken up his force into small bodies to evade capture.
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London
War Office
Lord Roberts
de Wet
Elands River Garrison Relieved by Lord Kitchener
Lord Kitchener relieves Col. Hore and the British garrison at Elands River after a forced march, signaling relief at the town near Cape Town. The action follows ongoing pressure in the region as imperial forces secure the outpost.
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Cape Town
Lord Kitchener
Col. Hore
Elands River
Battle of Tien Tsin Reports From Meade and Waller
Naval department releases detailed accounts from Col. Robert L. Meade and Major L. W. T. Waller, Marine Corps, covering the July 12 to 14 actions and withdrawal at Tien-Tsin, including leadership praises, casualty notes, and a British official letter of thanks. The reports chronicle stubborn fighting, siege defense, and subsequent occupation with references to Gen. Dorward and other officers.
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Washington
Navy Department
Robert L. Meade
L. W. T. Waller
United States Marine Corps
Tien-Tsin
Col. Meade
Marines
Ninth Infantry
C. G. Long
Dorward
Tien Tsin
Ninth
FE. H. Liscum
Davis
Smedley D. Butler
U. S. Marine Corps
Butler
Henry Leonard
Wion
Reens
Penniless Girl Can Have an Education if She Determines
A Cornell graduate argues in Ladies' Home Journal that a college education is possible for any determined girl. She lists over fifty paths to work through college, noting some must stay home and work years, but discourage delaying entry until funds cover four years. She cites open universities in summer and teachers midlifes pursuing education. Also mentions Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier curing ailments and fatigue.
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Cornell
Ladies’ Home Journal
Peruna Promoted as Cure for Female Ailments
An advertisement extols Peruna as a reliable remedy for pelvic inflammation and catarrh related to women’s health. It claims the tonic relieves pain, exhaustion, and blemishes, urging women to try it and request a free copy of HEALTH AND BEAUTY from Dr. Hartman in Columbus, Ohio.
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Health and Beauty
Dr. Hartman
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Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus
Ohio
Views of Paris and the Exposition 1900 promotional notice
DARIS presents an Exposition of marvels of the Nineteenth and a forecast of the Twentieth Century. Millions will travel to see these matchless wonders and many more can obtain photographic reproductions. Weekly parts 1 to 20, 9x12 inches, mailed promptly. Subscriptions $2 for all parts. ten names plus $1 weekly earns a free set. Samples at the paper office. New Century Company, 114 Fifth Avenue, New York.
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NEW Century Company
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