Boers urged to keep fighting amid Kruger claims
A Standerton dispatch quoted by Paris papers reports Kruger's allies urging continued resistance, with Botha and De wet discussed surrender terms. Kruger defends using force for liberty, rejects protectorate, and primes belief that Britain will concede. Fischer notes no decision on Kruger's trip to America.
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London
Standerton
Transvaal
Walter Kitchener
Louis Botha
DeWet
Plat Raad
Kruger
the Figaro
Lord Kitchener
Miss Hobhouse
Great Britain
Mr. Kruger
Mr. Fischer
America
Chamberlain Defends Native Use in War Policy Debate
In a heated Commons session Lord Salisbury contends Cape Colony faced invasion while Chamberlain insists on concentration camps and native labor as humane. He cites Kitchener’s blockhouse strategy and vows natives remain part of the war, while critics press for clearer policy and condemnations. Debate extends into the night as ministers defend measures amid cross‑fire from Campbell‑Bannerman Gray and Redmond.
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London
House of Commons
Colonial Office
Mr. Chamberlain
Henry Campbell-Bannerman
Cape Colony
Cape Solony
Chamberlain
Lord Kitchener
Kritzinger
Cape
Botha
DeWet
John Redmond
Egyptian explorer claims ancient Egyptian rule in central Africa
German explorer Carl Peters asserts that Egyptians built and sustained civilization in central Africa around the Zambesi region for centuries before and after Christ. He cites relics, hieroglyphics, and an Isis inscription as proof, plans to publish and loan artifacts to Louvre and British Museum.
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Rman
Africa
B. C
London
Carl Peters
Central Africa
England
Zambesi
Egypt
Grint
P. C
Isis
Louvre
British Museum
Livingstone
Doctor Veters
Ophir
Solomon
Industrial Commission Delays Servant Girl Report Publication
Washington August reports that the United States Industrial Commission has completed a study on the servant girl question but will not publish for about six more months. Secretary Durand cites printing backlog as the reason. Gail Loughlin conducted the inquiry, collecting data from clubs and employers on wages hours leisure and living arrangements for maids. findings are digested with practical recommendations.
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The
Industrial Commission
Washington
Aug. T
United States Industrial Commission
Commission
Bliss Building
Durand
New York City
Gail Loughlin
Navy buildup urged to counter Germany and safeguard Monroe policy
Washington August 7 Commander J J Murdock argues the United States may need to add four armored ships annually to its fleet to enforce foreign policy and protect interoceanic shipping. He predicts Germany as the likely foe in a world war, citing the need to keep sea lanes open and challenge distant powers through naval strength.
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Ommander Murdock
Washington
J. J. Murdock
Navy
America
Naval Institute
Murdock
United States
Germany
Europe
South Africa
China
Philippines
Manila
Santiago
Cuba
Porto Rico
Spain
London Spectator
Rio Grande Do Sul
Morgan in Anger After Last Strike Conference
New York August 6 J P Morgan appeared dazed and furious after the final talks with strike leaders He exited Schwab's office in a torrent of emotion and refused to speak about any settlement He and partners Dawkins and Bacon hurried to his Mills Building office where he pondered in silence before leaving with Dawkins for home He avoided reporters and a time exposure by retreating through a rear door with Dawkins into a cab.
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Inges
New York
Wall Street
J. P. Morgan
Mr. Schwab
Morgan
Mr. Dawkins
Broadway
Mr. Morgan
Checkon
Mr. Bacon
Charles M. Schwab
Mills
Thurston May Defend Schley Case Declined by Manderson
Omaha reports General C F Manderson ex senator and Burling ton solicitor declined to defend Schley before the court of inquiry as it would require resigning his railroad post. A Washington dispatch notes ex senator Thurston of Nebraska offering to take Schley’s defense, though not yet accepted.
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Nebraska
General Manderson
Omaha
C. F. Manderson
Burlington Railroad
United States
Wromira
Admiral Rehley
Thurston
Schley
Notes From Washington and National Capital News
C Goodell has ster at Butler Cay aly 8 J L Potter resigned. Post offices seen discontinued Summit Story county mail to Gilbert Station Mortimer Polen Ringgold county mail to Dilag Nebraska Sandalla Boone county mail to Bradish. Spillville to Canover la mail contract awarded J W Swehla Spillville. Des Moines National bank approved as reserve agent for First National bank of Sritt la and New York for South Omaha National bank. Louis S Schrader promoted in treasury. Pensions granted to multiple individuals including Westhoff Ward Bender and Harkness. Original widows Mickey and Dobbs noted.
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North
C. Goodell
Butler
Cayaly
J . L. Potter
Summit
Story County
Gilbert Station
Mortimer and Polen
Ringgold County
Dilagonal
Nebraska
Sandalla
Boone County
Bradish
Spillville
Canover
J. W. Swehla
First National Bank
Nevada
Des Moines National Bank
Des Moines
Sritt
New York
South Omaha National Bank
South Omaha
Neb
South Dakota
Treasury Department
Charles Westhoff
Nashua
Elias M. Ward
Adair
David A. Bender
Waterloo
Williaca Co
Glover
Marion
James Harkness
Mechanicsville
Eigabeth J. Mickey
Mason City
Agnes A. Dobbs
Shell Rock
Grusade Against the Kitchen Begun
Mme Schmahl leads a Paris campaign to abolish the kitchen in homes claiming freed domestic labor will civilize women and boost civic role. She cites London and Berlin examples of centralized meals, urging Paris to follow and create sponsored restaurants for households.
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Paris
Schmahl
Avant Courier
Mme. Schmahl
France
Mme. Sehmahl
London
Berlin
London Society For Paris
Father in Law of Europe King Christian of Denmark Referred
Curtis reports from Copenhagen that King Christian of Denmark is called the father in law of Europe for his many royal ties. His children and grandchildren hold thrones across Sweden England Russia Greece and Britain, with marriages linking Denmark to Germany Greece Russia England and France. The piece notes six sons and daughters and several grandchildren, all positioned in European royal networks.
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Christian
Sweden
William E. Curtis
Copenhagen
Chicago
Mrecord-Herald
Denmark
Europe
Frederick
Norway
Alexandra
England
George
Greece
Olga
Russia
Dagmar
Alexander III
Czarina
Thyra
Cumberland
Brunswick
Bismarck
Valdemar
Marie
Duke of
Orleans
France
Alexandrine
Germany
Charles
Maud of Wales
Charlotte
Prince Carl
Secretary Wilson to Tour Drought Regions of West
Washington Aug 3 Secretary Wilson of the agricultural department begins a westward tour to inspect drought stricken areas and measure the damage. He notes the situation seems more serious than public estimates and highlights damage to corn stock meat supplies and experimental crops like macaroni wheat. The tour aims to assess grazing ranges cattle movements and potential impacts on meat prices and shortages into the next year.
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Wilson
Washington
Agricultural Department
West
Mar
Phillips transfers all trades to McReynolds & Co at Chicago
George H. Phillips the corn king transfers all trades to McReynolds & Co after closing Wednesday. The firm, once the largest commission house on the board of trade last year, suspends business due to inadequate clerical facilities and tangled books. Attorney John B. Goodwin takes charge, noting the need to detail every trade since November 1900 and untangle the books, prompting a temporary shutdown until a new system is in place.
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Chicago
George H. Phill
McReynolds & Co
Phillips’ Company
Board of Trade
Associated Press
John 8. Goodwin
Phillips Company
Phillips
Venezuelan Revolt Near San Cristobal Faces Defeat and Resignations
Reports from San Cristobal and Port of Spain indicate 5,000 rebels were defeated July 29 near San Cristobal. Venezuelan War Minister Pulido resigns after cabinet clash over recognizing Colombian rebels, while fighting along the Colon railway corridor sparks alarm in Kingston and Port of Spain.
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Washington
Senor Pulido
Buffaires
Legation
New York
San Cristobal
Kingston
Jamaica
Texan
Colon
Port of Spain
Castro
Colombia
Crispi Fights For Life In Final Illness
Naples Aug 3 1900 Crispo Italy's Grand Old Man lies in a terrible struggle for breath as doctors report his condition worsens. Members of his family and two secretaries are at his deathbed. The former premier’s last words spoken on hearing telegrams from Victor Emmanuel and the Dowager Queen Margherita are noted in dispatches.
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Italy
All Conqueror
Naples
Prancesco Spi
Sicnor Crispi
Vere
Victor Emmanuel
Margherita
Elding
Navy Secretary Exempts Rear Admiral From Duty
Acting Secretary of the Navy announces admiral Kimberly is excused from serving on a court of inquiry due to a weak heart. The department expresses regret at relieving him and commends his fifty five years of naval service. A replacement for the incident is not named. health improvements hoped.
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Trident
Secretary of the Navy
Trotting Champion Sets 2:02 Mile Record in Columbus
More than 12,000 spectators watched the trotter Crescens break the mile record with a 2:02 time in Columbus. Geo Ketcham guided Crescéus, wind aiding the effort, as the crowd cheered the dramatic finish. The event closed the grand circuit meeting with praise for the stallion’s performance and a wreath awarded after the wire.
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Columbus
Cleveland
Geo. Ketcham
Cresveus
Crescéus
Ketcham
Crescens
F W
Blk. H
Rosco
Highlee
Tone R. Potts
B. G
Turner
Captain Potter
Samaritan
Joan
Legal Hal
Be Sure Jr
Harold H
Br. G
Roadmaster
Proctor
Major Marshall
Billy H
Pussy Willow
Charles Dr Rego
Garnetta
War talk as Pulido resigns and Castro threat looms
Port of Spain Aug 5 reports that following the resignation of Minister of War Pulido, President Castro of Venezuela may urge the cabinet to declare war on Colombia despite public opposition. Caracas Aug 5 dispatch states revolutionists were defeated near San Cristobal.
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Port of
Spain
Pulido
Castro
Venezuela
Colombia
Caracas
San Cristobal
Teachers Roast Sparks Clash at UC Summer Session
Berkeley Aug. 5 James Earl Russell dean of the teachers college and Columbia professor condemned teachers as narrow minded, bigoted and unfit for the work. He criticized the profession during the closing session, though many teachers attended.
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Berkeley
Cal
University of California
James Earl Russell
Teachers’ College
Columbia University
SINKS IN THE CHANNEL OFF ENGLAND
Report from Portsmouth dated August 5 notes a torpedo boat was sunk off Alderny in the English Channel with no loss of life. Ship details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a single vessel lost with no fatalities.
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Portsmouth
Alderny
English Channel
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Kentucky
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G Ranek
Mme. Schmal
Harper’s Weekly
Sydney Smith
Beckham
S’rankfort
Resels
Crisps
Kinberly
Russell
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