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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1900
Page
2
The piece argues US aims in China and the Philippines depend on Pekin talks and Conger’s fate, notes Gold Democrats split and Bryan’s looming talk of imperialism, and cites a Roosevelt letter praising Lieutenant Dame. It warns against turning the Philippines to Filipino control and stresses the cost of indemnities and potential chaos.
The Springfield Republican attacks the idea of William J. Bryan as a trustworthy man of honor, arguing that honesty and devoutness do not guarantee right action. It cites historical figures like Cromwell and Robespierre to warn that sincere conviction can accompany fanaticism and violence.
General Lew Wallace blasts the National Anti Imperialist League and Carl Schurz and Edward Atkinson. He dismisses their motives, defends American expansion limits, supports Cuban admission, and says he will vote Republican on election day. He praises soldiers and condemns Bryan's imperialism and subservience in Kan sas City.
In New York, Bryan and Stevenson will be notified of their nomination on August 8 after a settlement with the Central Passenger Association allowing one fare for a round trip from Indiana Illinois Ohio Michigan Western Pennsylvania and Western New York. Tickets go on sale August 7 and 8 and are valid for return until midnight August 9. Senator Jones said Bryan will likely speak in New York, possibly in October.
Messages from Consul General Goodnow and Consul Fowler relay troubled details about American missionaries in China. Cables are garbled and reliability is in doubt. Possible killings near Footing and mentions of Lincox Taylor Perkins Gould Morris families appear, with French missionaries in Henan and Shantung areas remaining.
Harrisey July 28. A meeting of the State League of Democratic clubs executive committee appointed Chauncey F. Black, Robert F. Gibson, and John Billing to fix the convention date in York. Delegates elected for Indianapolis Sept. 5 include Ladner, Hasson, Meyers, Guffey, Black, Lockwood, Garman, Kerr, Barter, Dawson, and Mizner. An address pledged league support to Bryan and Stevenson and urged an immediate constitutional convention for ballot reform.
Hustixcrox, West Virginia, July 28, two locals from Marion and Barbourville were fatally shot in an ambush at Long Branch as a fiancé and her intended husband died from the attack. Separate dispatch notes docked Oregon report intact structural strength after a recent inspection. A tunnel exploration near Pirssura hints at a possible link between forger Berkman and Boyd while warden Wright weighs the evidence.
Secretary Hay reiterates Washington will not accept China’s proposal to surrender foreign ministers at Tien Tsin in exchange for suspending operations against Pekin. The State Department maintains a consistent, humanity‑driven course aimed at relieving the legations while preserving the campaign objectives. Special Commissioner Rockhill seeks final instructions for his China mission. Local and international reactions reflect a belief that relief efforts must proceed.
Washington notes growing doubt over Chinese reports on Americans in Pekin. The State Department questions authenticity of Conger cipher, amid British cautions and warding off fake dispatch claims.
Secretary Hay informs cabinet members that 28000 allied troops are in Tien Tsin and that a US force cannot act without broader international mobilization. The group discusses the Chinese situation and late dispatches from Shanghai. No definite action plans were set, and all US troops that can be spared have been ordered to China.
A Chicago Tribune snippet notes a conversation about marriage prospects. The speaker questions whether a fiancé can provide in style, while acknowledging Harold’s lack of wealth but citing a life insurance policy valued at $20,000 as a potential source of comfort after marriage.
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