American Troops Move Toward Pekin Amid China Crisis
Washington reports Gen. Chaffee assigned to command all troops sent to China and to advance immediately on Pekin. The Ninth Infantry and Sixth Cavalry expected to sail from Manila and join the march. Wu Ting Fang demands troops stay out. the U.S. government rejects the demand as preparations for further forces continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Adnan
Chaffee
China
Pekin
Manila
Wu Ting Fang
Fragmented 19th Century Review on Roselan Quarrel and Alliances
Fragmented OCR text discusses a Roselan quarrel and international tensions. Mentions America, Britain, and other nations in vague, garbled terms. Indicates fears of conflict and shifting alliances, with scattered references to states and leaders.
Americans In Thy Lead In Vienna Amid Allied Front
Reports say American forces led a combined Allied advance in Vienna while British and French units push near the front. The Japanese threat elsewhere and French actions influence overall strategic posture as Admiral Somerville coordinates with Kaye’s appointment to command at Tong.
I Will Not Turn States Evidence In Neely Cuba Case
A letter from Moerrede special Moerrede to Charles G. Yeln of Richmond denies any intention to turn state's evidence regarding the Neely Cuban scandal. He claims he was not involved in theft or gain from any wrongdoing and asserts his innocence while accusing Neely as the one to blame. He vows to defend himself vigorously at trial and asks friends to await the outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MO Rieh
Neely
Tulnin
Charles G. Yeln
Richmond
States
Cuba
Rathbone Removed From Cuba Post Office Post
The Postmaster General ordered Estes G. Rathbone removed from the office of director general of posts in Cuba after a suspension. Martin C. Fosnes will perform the duties of director general of posts pending further orders. Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Bristow is relieved from Cuba duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Estes G. Rathbone
Cuba
Martin C. Fosnes
Postal Service
Bristow
Howe
LI Hung Chang Seeks Peace With Powers in Pekin Mission
In Canton Nong Kong reports Hung Chang will depart for Pekin on June 2 by order of the Empress to suppress the Boxers and seek harmony with foreign powers. He calls himself the only Chinese leader able to handle the crisis, blames Christian leaders for legal disputes, and says Boxers are fanatic rabble not a political faction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nong Kong
Hung Chareg
Canton
Pekin
China
Rox- Pts
Boer Guerrillas Engage in Eastern Range Conflict
Fragmented reporting details Boer guerrilla actions in the eastern range as they clash with forces, describe sieges and counterattacks, and note movements by leaders and troops across multiple locations. The text mentions attacks, defenses, and shifting control amid ongoing engagements.
Transfer of Silver to New Mint Building on Chestnut
Transfer of silver certificates from the old mint on Chestnut Street to the new building at Sixteenth and Spring Garden Streets is described. One thousand dollars were secured in a canvas bar, bag numbered, and placed in a pine box with its own number. Express wagons carried one hundred boxes per trip guarded by two armed guards. The new mint vaults hold up to 210000 silver dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chestnut Street
Sixteenth
Spring Garden Streets
New Mint
Kruger Aims to Hold Out Until American Election
London June 23 Lord Roberts reports Russian war office updates on Transvaal actions. Buller reaches Standerton finds stock stockpiled as Dutch residents flee. Prisoners moved to Machadodernal. Helder Dergo attacked. Broadwood’s forces skirmish at Yapersing. Heidelberg/Johannesburg movements toward Johannesparg. Kruger’s resistance tied to U.S. vote. Japan war issue noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Transvaal
Lord Roberts
War Office
Pretoria
Wick
A. m
Buller
Standerton
Machadoderp
Evans
Flonters
Johannesparg
Heidelberg
Honingspruit
Kroagnstad
Ano Associated Press
Daningspruit
Kifeldaml
Redvers Huiler
Afr
Eerie
Harve
Inp
Great Britain
Japan
Jord Roberts
Geter Luens Botha
Tno
Chemil Warren
Biikfonteam
Senekal Rea Tly
Senekal
Fragmented World View on Philippine and Cuban Rights
The article analyzes debates over independence for the Philippines and Cuba, arguing that recognizing opponents' rights does not force surrender. It critiques U S policy, claiming earlier resolutions might have avoided conflicts and endorses restraint in pursuing war. It notes Democratic senators and the political cost of foreign policy decisions.
Convict Opens Safe Hidden in State Treasury
Convicted thief Frank Simmons fromFlexdo county was sent to prison for safe blowing. Investigators said a combination found by the intruder unlocked the treasury box, allowing access to cash. Rental machinists at Praikfort reportedly worked on doors to facilitate the break-in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vronkfert
Rav
Voorli
Rhea ' Yo
Praikfort
Dave
Enade
Sessaie
Jose
Frank Simmons
Flexdo County
Military officer offers bounty for rifle in good condition
Fragmentary OCR shows Major General Arthur Macarthur and military authorities declaring the United States will pay 30 pesos to any man who presents a rifle in good condition as a measure amid disturbances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rious
United States
Arthur Macarth
Military
Waller's Marines Ambush Report Four Killed and Seven Wounded
A U S Navy telegram dated Chefoo June 24 reports an ambush near Tien Tsin where four of Waller's Marines were killed and seven wounded. Admiral Remey to command Asiatic squadron from Taku with Brooklyn joining. plan to move troops to China and support General MacArthur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Navy
Pth
Admit Kempff
Che-Foo
Tien-Tsin
Ony Fist
Waller
Mroning
Secreta Leng
de Ément
Admiral Crowninshield
White House
Church
Beto
Remey
Nila
Taku
Bard
Brooklyn
Theo
Amiral Crowninshield
Navy Department
Mey
Mal Taku
Astad
Conte Plate
Log
China
Manila
Secretary of the Navy
Admiral Remey
General MacArthur
MacArthur
United States press for indemnity after Armenian massacres
Constantinople cable reports Liloyd C. Grit com, United States charge d affaires, delivered a fresh note to the Ottoman government demanding an immediate reply to the US demand for indemnity related to losses of Americans during the Armenian massacres. The note, though pungently phrased, is not an ultimatum and signals US intent to pursue the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantinople
Liloyd C. Gritcom
United States
Nying Murderer Killed After Fatal Shooting in Marshall
William Woodward, a farmer, shot his stepdaughter in Marshall Missouri then killed himself. Neighbors then beat Woodward to death with clubs after he survived a self inflicted gunshot wound. The motive cited was that the stepdaughter eased his arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall, Mo
William Woodward
Woodward
Great Railway Disaster in Georgia Thirty Five Killed
A passenger train on the Macon branch of the Southern Railway wrecked when it struck a washout north of McDonough Georgia Saturday. The train caught fire and the entire train except the occupants of the Pullman car was destroyed. Thirty five people were killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Athinta
Macon
Southern Railway
McDoonough
Proclamation of Amnesty Issued by Gen MacArthur Manila
The War Department announces a broad amnesty for those in insurrection against the United States in the Philippine islands. Eligible individuals must renounce the revolt within ninety days and declare acceptance of U.S. sovereignty. Excludes violators of the laws of war. Transportation to stations will be provided. Prominent figures may confer with authorities in Manila.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
MacArthur
Manila
United States
Philippine Islands
Board of American Commissioners
Train collision kills dozens at De Pere excursion line
A northbound Chicago & Northwestern passenger train carrying excur sionists to a saengerfest collided with a freight train at De Pere near Green Bay Wisconsin at 10 15 Sunday morning. Eight killed fifty three injured about thirty in serious condition and several may not recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green Bar
Wis
Chicago & Northwestern
Depere
Here
Deadly Cyclone Strikes Beaver County in Guthrie O T
A cyclone swept Beaver County over sixty miles Saturday night killing Henry Bardwell Steve Bird and Abe Weightman. William Hamberger and Paul Rhodes died of injuries. Thousands of cattle stampeded many killed and injured. Several houses were destroyed including the home of rancher George Neple.
Kentucky Mountaineers Affected by Overseas Violence
Louisville special reports unrest in China affecting remote Kentucky mountain districts. In the ginseng trade hundreds rely on the crop for income. Since the boxers began their outrages, ginseng prices have tumbled from 3.75 to 32.5 dollars per pound, the lowest in four years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Louisville
China
Kentucky Mountains
Cyclone Hits Alabama From Blossburg Path Across Counties
A cyclone originating near Blossburg Jefferson County moved Tuesday for fifteen miles west into Walker County. The storm cut a quarter mile wide path causing major damage at Towaly Democrat where many houses were wrecked and several people were injured though none seriously. Crops were ruined and hundreds of trees uprooted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Blossburg
Jefferson County
Walker County
Democrat
Chicago Widow Tries Gas Suicide After Killing Son
Mrs Myra Conkling a widow killed her 9 year old son John at their home Tuesday then attempted suicide by gas. Neighbors found her unconscious, revived her, but the boy was dead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Myra Conkling
John
Wheeler Assigned to Command of Department of the Lakes
General Wheeler known as Fighting Joe receives command of the Department of the Lakes with headquarters in Chicago He volunteered for China service but will stay in Chicago until retirement in the fall
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen
Cyclone Rumored to Strike Beaver County Tuesday
An unconfirmed report from Guthrie Oklahoma Territory notes a terrible cyclone pasted over Beaver County Tuesday night causing property damage and disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guthrie
O. T
Beaver County
Siler
Foreign troops urged to rescue Pekin legations amid peril
The dispatches describe international forces in northern China pressing to reach Pekin as 10,000 troops are needed to guard legations. Communications from Taiku Foo and Ta Tien-Tsin report heavy fighting, with relief attempts failing and foreign settlements damaged. Allied channels note Russian leadership among the allied officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pekin
China
Admiral Seymour
Tien-Tsin
Cuban Frauds Involving Rathbone Exposed In Postal Probe
Havana cable reports probable arrest of Es tes G. Rathbone suspended director of posts as postal inspectors press strong evidence. Delayed responses questioned. extradition sought for head of printing firm at Miliitie in a case involving fictitious billheads. Bristow and investigators push for convictions with two exceptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Estes G. Rathbone
Mr. RathBone
Bristow
Ilso
Miliitie
R&s
Neely, Rabonteeves
Rich
South Dakota Expansion Channels Missouri River Bend
An armed band of thirty two men from South Dakota cut a channel through Rininger's Neck known as Breigher's bend in the Missouri river. Residents fear rising excitement. The bend would straighten the river and flood thousands of acres of Nebraskan land into South Dakota, expanding farming territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Ned
South Dakota
Rininger
Breigher's Bend
Missouri River
Nebraska
Peruvian Towns Protest Fire Destruction of Ocopa Convent
In Suima Peru residents blame incendiary fire on opponents of American missionaries. A meeting denounces linking the blaze to Wood and his pupil Angel Chavez Patino and asks the prefect not to send Patino to Jauja to avoid endangering lives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suima
Peru
Huancayo
Ocopa
Wood
Turmoil in Ortiz Mexico as Gen Torres Split Forces
Gen Torres divides his troops into two columns to attack a Yaqui stronghold fifty miles north of Turin. One force of 5.26 men advances east of the Yaqui river while another about 3,900 troops moves west. Yaqui aggression reported renewed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ortiz
Mexico
Torres
Turin
Black man dies after mob incident in Suwano county
Jack Thomas, a Black man who attempted an attack on widow Mrs. Keene in Suwano county, was taken by a mob from the sheriff Friday night and died Tuesday from a related shooting near a tree. He had confessed to the act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Brien
Jack Thomas
Notable Scott Family of Floyd County Sets Record
A New Albany report highlights the Scott family of Floyd county as unusually large and influential. Mr and Mrs Herbert Scott raised 15 children, many attaining public or business prominence, with four generations counted on the family tree. The article notes political leanings and notable careers. Also reported: a dead infant recovered from White River and related canal finds, plus Miss Olan Cooper of Huntington suffering a persistent hiccough illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Albany
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Herbert Scott
Floyd County
Indiana
Scott
Nancy McWhinley
Sam Scott
Clark County
John R. Scott
Indiana Reformatory
Frank J. Scott
Jennie Bell
Melvina Mason
Emma Sample
William Scott
Carter Scott
Winneld Scott
Daniel Voorhees Scott
Zenor Scott
Glenn Scott
Eliza Scott
Lizzie
Eva Scott
Iowa
Morrison Efp tol Fire in South Bend Claims Life
A four story Morrison Efp tol building partially burned on Wednesday morning in South Bend. L. P. Smart of Hudson Michigan died, and Ed Smith and his wife from Chicago were badly injured as they were blown from windows by an explosion. Firemen saved the other tenants. building loss estimated at $12,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Bend
Morrison Efptol
L. P. Smart
Hudson, Mich
Ed. Smith
Chicago
Smart
Smiths
Love Drove Him Insane Kokomo Mystery
Frank Marble, a well known young man in Kokomo, has become violently insane over his infatuation with the landlady's daughter. Mrs. Mary Woolly objected to the match due to her daughter's youth. Marble is jailed awaiting a commission to determine his sanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kokomo
Frank Marble
Mary Woolly
Marble
Knightstown case reveals guardian plot tied to pension
In a blackmailing case, Squire W. W. Southard of Kennard, facing pressure from attorney Wilbur Wood, visited Alice Green in Raysville to assess a guardian for a widow mother of minors. Green corroborated Wood, but a Knights Town citizen warned of no pension and a trap. Southard then refused, visiting Green a second time to decline the role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knightstown
Squire W. W. Southard
Kennard
Wilbur Wood
Southard
Raysville
Woods
Alice Green
Cumberland Saloon Fight Sparks License Controversy
A Saturday night melee in Cumberland involved 15 to 20 unknown men who stoned Dr. J. H. Groff to pressure liquor sellers. Groff chased them to Littie’s saloon as lights went out and the crowd fled. Licenses for two saloons expired, and a remonstrance of 497 names targets granting licenses, while 434 votes are needed. The county commissioners refused to let applicants withdraw. Temperance supporters must prove names were not secured illegally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cumberland
J. H. Groff
Kentland Wins in County Seat Vote to Move
In Newton county the election to relocate the county seat from Kentland to Morocco favored Kentland. Morocco trailed by about 15 percent with 1,429 to 1,124 as three precincts remain uncounted. Officials expect Morocco to gain roughly 300 votes from those precincts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keitland
Newton County
Kentland
Morocco
Skkentland
Ambitious suitor gunned at Miss Banta home
Fred Gilbert, rejected by Miss Pearl Banta, armed a shotgun and ambushed the Banta residence near Vevay. A brother alerted authorities and Mrs. Banta narrowly escaped. Gilbert was later arrested, boasting of facing the hangman and claiming he struck to frighten the children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vevay
Pearl Banta
Susan Banta
Fred Gilbert
Banta
Trial report on George Watson begins. Wagoner case verdicts
Sullivan special. The trial of George Watson began Tuesday. Eight years after the crime, the husband of murdered Clara Wagoner was given a life sentence. He implicated her mother, who is now serving a sentence, and Watson.
Borders Won Out in 1898 Pulaski County Treasurer Contest
The long duel between John W. Borders and William P. Williams over Pulaski county treasurer ended with the State Supreme Court ruling for Borders. Williams surrendered the office and $85,000 to Borders after the decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Borders
Winamac
John W. Borders
William P. Williams
Pulaski County
State Supreme Court
Williams
Democratic Board of County Commissioners
Circuit Court
M. B. Larry
Supreme Court
Gored farmer Benjamin Bell killed by mad bull near Knox
Knox special reports Benjamin Bell a wealthy farmer from Hamlet eight miles north of Knox was gored to death while attempting to rope a enraged bull. He fell twice and was crushed as the animal pinned him and struck him with its head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox
Benjamin
Bell
Hamlet
Postmaster Hess of Indianapolis dies after protracted illness
Indianapolis postmaster J. W. Hess died Saturday after a long illness. Gen. Gen. F. McGinniss is expected to be named his successor on Senator Fairbanks's recommendation. McGinniss is 75, vigorous, a veteran of Mexican and Civil Wars, and noted for gallantry in the Civil War. Mexican Veterans' Association has advocated for his appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Hess
Indianapolis
F. McGinniss
Fairbanks
McGinniss
Mexican Veterans’ Association
Gen. McGinniss
Bloodhound Prince Killed by Train on Peru Show Run
The 157 pound bloodhound Prince owned by Al W. Martin died after breaking his chain as a Lake Erie Western train passed the Uncle Tom's Cabin show in Peru. He grabbed the engine’s slat and was dragged a hundred yards then crushed under the wheel. Prince had a history of resisting trains and was valued at 150.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peru
Prince
al W. Martin
Lake Erie & Western
Chicago
New Oil Refinery Planned Near Broad Ripple
Plans mature for a second Indiana refinery to be built near Broad Ripple. It would compete with Standard Oil in refining Indiana field crude and make Indianapolis a major shipping point for refined oil. Currently Indiana oil is refined at Whiting or shipped to Lima for processing before distribution to Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broad Ripple
Standard Oil Company
Indiana Field
Indianapolis
Indiana
Whiting
Ind
Lima
Cleveland
The English Peerage Examined in Brief
A New York Tribune piece quotes A L Jamieson on how courtesy titles appear in the House of Commons, explains hierarchy from dukes to barons, notes historic roles and forms of address, and mentions Arundel as the sole tenure title. It also contrasts baronets and knights with hereditary vs life status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom
A. L. Jamieson
London
Waldorf, Astoria
America
House of Lords
House of Commons
Marquis of
Lorne
Duke of
Argyl
Louise
Hannibal
Carthage
Venice
Counsin
Marches
Earldom of Arundel
Duke of Norfolk
Arundel Castle
William van Horne
New York Tribune
Boy asks for circus money sparks old tale of faith
Johnny Whittaker pleads for funds to visit the circus. His father dismisses the request with a rebuff about Sunday school, then relents after a child’s earnest reply referencing Noah. The scene ends with a coin granted, amid family humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Whittaker
Mr. Whittaker
Johnny
Odihnny
Noah
Carrier Pigeon Homing Mystery Still Unsolved
The New York Times notes revised views on carrier pigeons from Paris studies and World War II era tests. Birds show reliance on familiar landmarks and trained routes, with one bird traveling 300 miles to Massachusetts in about 24 hours, suggesting a mix of instinct and learned geography.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Touraine
Malden
Mass
New York Times
Is your husband ill said the visitor
A visitor asks if the husband is unwell after his first ride in a horseless carriage. The woman explains he is not sick from a customary ailment but from an automobilious attack, noting he feels broken up after the trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
An Artistic Innovation in Detroit Cartoon
A humorous exchange about a painting labeled Niagara Falls hung upside down. Mrs. Fadd remarks the piece is the Niagara Falls image, while Mrs. Nibber notes its odd appearance and fatigue from the water running.
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Alan Fh. Chattes
Ting Fang
Chee Foo
Terrible
Sullius
Admiral Kempd
Paku
Duane
Secretary of Navy
Vien Peinogee
Remppee
Maria
Rronkiva
Morium
Ueinte
Negasakt
Meente
Saimand
Logan
Nigar Infantry
Unitertstan - Retighetet
Princeton
Inivetve
Pak
Lepin
Hiattaliga
Kaye
Woe
Tong Hu
Saya
Rathbone
LI Hung Chang
Sconte
Forve
Talon
S.om
Range
Geaiar
Fender Ets
Joe
Petipe
Fbr
Der
Uae
Uessetame
Merton
Ted Atoyere
South Africa
Kruger
Bryans
Philippines
Sentinel
Tad W
Thorsen
Miral Kenney
Nying
Tn Arms
Inspector Rathbone
Cowan
Mancle
Tarns
Nebraska Territory
State News
Starke County
Oregon Township
White River
Joseph Foltz
Foltz
Nash
Tenth Street
Canal
Street
Trimpe
Miss Cooper
Olan Cooper
Huntington
Postmaster Hess
England
Circus
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