Mediation Terms in Chinese Crisis Speculation
Washington notes the United States may mediate in China if conditions align with Western powers. The State Department expects a prompt China reply to McKinley and Hay with possible troop moves toward Pekin. Officials discuss six to eight days for a response and relay communications between Pekin and Shanghai as foreign ministers seek safety and aid.
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Washington
State Department
China
Pekin
United States
Europe
Tien Tsin
Kwang Su
Legation
Shanghai
Flying Express
Fowler
Sheng
Tong Choo
Pet Ho
Germany
William McKinley
John Hay
McKinley replies to China on mediation terms
President McKinley responds to the Chinese emperor requesting mediation, stating the United States seeks a just and equitable settlement. He acknowledges the July 19 message and outlines the U.S. stance on China, including the conditions under which aid would be offered and the role of American troops in enforcing a fair outcome.
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China
Washington
McKinley
United States
Transport Grant Reported Reaching Nagasaki
A war department despatch from Qm Hyde at Nagasaki says the transport Grant is in the Inland Sea and due to arrive at Nagasaki tomorrow She carries Gen Chaffee commander in China and the Sixth Cavalry destined for service in that country Coaling is to begin upon arrival and the Grant will sail for Taku at once with Gen Chaffee and the cavalry expected to reach there on the 26th instant.
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Washington
War Department
Qm Hyde
Nagasaki
Grant
Gen. Chaffee
China
Sixth Cavalry
Quartermaster Hyde
Taku
London Fears the Worst After Alleged Massacre
London reports center on Li Hung Chang denying negotiation if massacre occurred. Li insists Manchu faction may memorialize the Empress Dowager, resupply legations, and move them to Tianjin under Sun Anting Lin escort. Foreign troops hold south of Yu Ho, Tuang Fuh Siang north.
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London
Claude MacDonald
Conger
Shanghai
Times
Li Hung Chang
Tien Tsin
Sun Ad Lin
Yu Ho
Tuang Fuh Siang
Fifteenth Infantry Ships Out From New York for China
The 15th U S infantry departed New York for Che Foo China with the 11th U S regiment leading the way. The troops sang The Girl I Left Behind Me as mothers wives sisters and sweethearts cried. Gen Brooke reviewed the soldiers as 120 men from three companies sailed with orders to reach Pekin.
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New York
Lth
U. 8
Chee Foo
China
Pekin
Cuba
Brooke
Department of the East
Regiment battalion formed for parade under Cornish and Williams
About 400 men besides officers formed the battalion around 8 o clock on the parade ground. Maj. George A. Cornish led the formation and after inspection and review the unit was turned over to Lieut. Col. Williams for the next phase.
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George A. Cornish
Col. Williams
Royal endorsement for Lady Randolph Churchill marriage
New York July 24 royal cable reports the Prince of Wales has formally indorsed and coun tenanced the marriage of Lady Randolph Churchill to Lieut Cornwallis West after originally opposing it. Duchess of Devonshire acted as intermediary arranging a week end party. The prince agreed to include both parties among guests. The marriage is set for the first week in August.
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New York
Prince of Wales
Randolph Churchill
Lieut
Cornwallis-West
Duchess of Devonshire
Lievenant
Scots Guards
Pant Makers Strike Shuts 4000 Workers in New York
Four thousand pant makers in Manhattan and Brooklyn walked out yesterday in a surprise strike. They demand renewal of last year’s contract, union recognition, and a 10 hour workday. About 200 shops employ them across 150 Manhattan and over 50 Brooklyn contractors. Some shops reopened after contractors signed the strikers’ agreement. Leaders expect a short dispute as trade remains brisk.
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New York
Manhattan
Brooklyn
Brownsville
Third ticket organizes district committees for campaign
In New York on July 24 organizers from the third ticket decide to form regular district committees for campaign work. About 25 members will serve on each congressional district committee, responsible for campaign arrangements in their territory and likely for organizing assembly district committees citywide.
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New York
Indiana Illinois and Iowa railroad bonds approved
Chicago July 24 At a special meeting of the Indiana Illinois and Iowa railroad here today the issuance of twelve million dollars fifty year five per cent bonds was ratified. The money will be put out when required for improvements and purchases.
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Chicago
Indiana, Illinois and Iowa Railroad
Republican leaders plan campaign with Hanna arrival
In New York on July 24 Senator N B Scott said he had a telegram from Senator Hanna stating he would not be present until Friday. Joseph H Manley would arrive tomorrow. No actions will occur until Hanna arrives for a consult with Gibbs Manley Cornelius N Bliss and Scott on campaign arrangements.
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New York
N. B. Scott
Republican National
Hanna
Joseph H. Manley
Gibbs
Manley
Cornelius N. Bliss
Senator Scott
Fusion fight over Martin nomination in Fort Scott
In Fort Scott Kansas on July 24 the Democratic Populist and Silver Republican fusion talks broke into a clash over David Martin for associate justice. Populists demand his nomination while Democrats insist the earlier agreement and the fusion pact be honored or no fusion proceeds.
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Fort Scott
Kan
David Martin
B and O to take control of Pittsburg and WesternRailroad
Announcement from a Baltimore and Ohio official states that a majority of the preferred stock in the Pittsburg and Western Railroad has been secured and within three months the B and O will assume control of the property.
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Pittsburg
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Pittsburg and Western Railroad
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Prince of Wales Becomes Royal College of Surgeons Fellow
London July 24 The Prince of Wales is now a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons. Sir William MacCormac president of the college led a deputation to Marlborough House and presented the diploma this morning.
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London
Prince of Wales
Royal College of Surgeons
Wiliam MacCormac
Royal
Marlborough House
Old Home Week Events Across New Hampshire
Pembroke academy alumni plan a reunion on August 14 followed by Hollis town hall banquet and reunion August 15. Kensington hosts a program on August 15 with 11 a.m. speaking, dinner at 1 p.m., games and recreation. Somersworth’s field day at Central Park on August 16 features Hon. Henry Furber as star speaker. Manchester’s George I. McAllister is invited to Londonderry for the August 11 principal address. Col. W. H. Stinson oversees Old Home souvenirs. New Hampshire Home Song by John J. Loud is a new addition. Dunbarton schedules a sermon August 12 and field day August 14 with sunrise bells, 10:30 a.m. addresses and a noon picnic. Wolfeboro marks Old Home Sunday August 12 with union services. A ball is set for August 1 and August 14 public exercises occur in a mammoth tent at Brewster Academy grounds. Pease’s band of Laconia listed among participants.
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Pembroke Academy
Hollis
Town Hall
Kensington
Henry Furber
Philadelphia
Somersworth
Central Park
George I. McAllister, Esq
Manchester
Londonderry
W. H. Stinson
New Hampshire
Sons and Daughters
John J. Loud
Weymouth
Mays
Dunbarton
Paraded Philadelphia North American Report A Curious Trade
A fragment from the Philadelphia North American notes a man praising traction care and claiming rapid weight gain after a ride. He alleges exchanging a two dollar bill for a large quantity of coin with a conductor, suggesting a curious travel-related transaction.
Battle at Tien Tsin fighters drive foreign gains
A 2000 strong Japanese force aided by British and Russians seized the fortified Chinese arsenal east of Tien Tsin after a day of combat. Foreign losses were heavy, while Chinese bombardment killed British sailors and several Frenchmen. The Brooklyn marines and 9th infantry began river assaults as foreign ships hailed their advance. Refugees of all nations were to be sent to Japan aboard the transport Logan.
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Associated Press
Tien Tsin
Che Foo
Shanghai
Japan
Logan
Losses in the Battle at Tien Tsin Revealed
Reported from Tien Tsin by Che Foo details U S Ninth Regiment losses 18 killed 75 wounded two missing plus four Marines killed 18 wounded. Japanese praised for bravery while allied casualties total about 800. Bodies evacuated by English troops as Chinese dead litter the walls.
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Associated Press
Tien Tsin
Che Foo
Shanghai
United States Infantry
Henry Leonard
Marine Corps
Butler
Charles R. Noyes
Louis B. Lawton
Ninth Infantry
Liscum
Col. Coolidge
Lee
Canal
San Francisco
Streets of Tien Tsin Amid Fire and Looting
Fifty guns were captured as fires spread through the city and much of the town of Tien Tsin was engulfed. Chinese forces were retreating toward Pekin, leaving the area in a state of chaos and destruction.
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Tien Tsin
Pekin
Chinese Hold a Perfect Orgie Plunder in Pekin
Chinese from the walled city report foreigners in Pekin live in a bomb proof. About 7000 Chinese fought July 13, more coming from Pekin. Gen Nieh imprisoned then released to fight with lukewarm zeal. After battle much burning, plunder, and casualties along the walls. Dorward thanks Americans for gallantry. Dorward and Liscum controversy noted. doctors decide not to amputate Lieut Leonard’s arm. wounded doing well.
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Associated Press
Tien Tsin
Che Foo
Shanghai
Pekin
Nieh
Land values in English cities rise with vast unearned gains
A Thomas Burke piece in the Forum notes explosive land value growth in London and other cities. It cites Britain’s high per acre prices, Bermondsey and Cannon Street sales, Liverpool rents, Glasgow deals, and the impact on taxation. It highlights ground rents, the Earl of Sefton and Earl of Derby as cases, and mentions a single tax mayor in the United Kingdom.
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King William's
Trinity Square
London
England
South Eastern Railway Company
Bermondsey
Cannon Street
Liverpool
Stock Exchange
Glasgow
Earl of Sefton
United States
Earl of Derby
Atlantic
Mersey Docks and Harbor Board
United Kingdom
Thomas Burke
Indian Wit and Crossed Paths in the Old West
A Native man tells how a Christian trust in receipts and judgment shapes dealings with a lawyer. Capt. Jack of the Modeca chiefs outlaws a rough quarter hour, is executed, and a clergy man’s heaven offer is met with a sharp retort about a better deal, ending with a tense quest for salvation.
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Jack
Modeca
Farm Accidents Rise as Pain Relief Claims Press On
On farms distress follows frequent mishaps as cuts bruises and stings occur. Dr Thomas’s Kieptric Oil is advertised as relieving pain instantly and being essential for safety on agricultural work.
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Dr. Thomas
Peruna praised for stomach catarrh across states
A series of testimonials from Maine to Florida tout Peruna as a remedy for stomach catarrh and related dyspepsia. Gottfried Hemmerich of Palmer Florida credits Peruna with life and energy after doctors warned hospitalization. H. C. Carew of Brockton reports lasting relief from dyspepsia. James R. Hunt describes long dyspeptic symptoms eased by Manalin. Mrs. N. K. Brown of Asheville says four bottles cured indigestion and left arm paralysis symptoms disappeared. Contact Dr Hartman in Columbus Ohio for a free book.
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Gottfried Hemmerich
Palmer, Fla
Peruna
Florida
Knoxville
Tenn
H. C.carew
Brockton, Mass
James R. Hunt
N. K. Brown
Asheville, N. C
American Carriages Abroad Grow as Export Trade Expands
Carriages and trotting vehicles built in the United States are increasingly exported to Europe and beyond. Buyers from France, England, Russia, and other nations purchase wagons, sulkies, and light harness at New York auctions and from American manufacturers. The export trade, centered on trotting equipment, grows alongside sales of lighter carriages to Norway, Mexico, the West Indies, South America, South Africa, and Australia.
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Europe
England
France
Germany
Austria
Russia
London
United States
New York City
Norway
Mexico
West Indies
South America
South Africa
Australia
New York
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