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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1900
Page
1
In the official war bulletin, Admiral Chee Foo is highlighted for strategic leadership and coordination of naval operations. The report notes his role in coordinating allied forces and directing naval deployments amid ongoing hostilities.
London reports the allied force of about 12,000 attacked entrenched Chinese positions two miles from Tien Tsin, driving them northward as the advance on Pekin begins. In Pekin the British telegram notes shelling ceased July 16 with rifle fire continuing, 60 killed and 119 wounded overall, 300 women and children remain in the legation.
In Cedar Rapids Iowa on August 7 a 17 year old named Roy Sanford was captured after a chase for stealing a $28 ring from Billau's jewelry store. He admitted taking the ring and had two more stolen rings in his pocket. Two accomplices fled.
The Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias and Grand Temple Rathbone Sisters opened for business at 10 o'clock in Waterloo Iowa. Reports of grand officers were read and nominations for grand lodge officers were postponed until late this afternoon.
In Philadelphia the annual meeting of the Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America begins with a solemn high mass in the cathedral hall. The Lafayette Hotel serves as delegates headquarters and a public meeting is planned at the Academy of Music. Delegates arrive from Illinois Wisconsin and Minnesota as the society reports rapid growth.
The annual conference of the Methodist Episcopal church of Montana began in Helena today. Distinguished visitors include Bishop Charles Fowler of Buffalo New York who will lecture on Abraham Lincoln, along with members of the American Book Concern and other churchmen among about 100 attendees.
In Troy New York on August 8 the city and surrounding areas sent about 1200 poor children on a free excursion to Averill Park funded by Salvation Army subscriptions. The event drew broad local support and provided a day of recreation for the youngsters.
The National Association of Boot and Shoe Manufacturers holds its three day annual convention in Boston beginning today. Delegates discuss matters of interest to manufacturers with stock questions taking a prominent place on the agenda.
The opening day at New Bedford Massachusetts features a strong field of trotters and pacers for three days of races. Local track conditions and event lineup announced as the circuit begins this year.
The Republican convention in Guthrie Oklahoma territory is underway with the main business the nomination of a candidate for congress.
An optimistic remark encourages starting with a modest venture and hints a future as a circus owner. The line emphasizes gradual growth from a small show to a larger enterprise.
Democrats gather in Indianapolis for the official notification of Bryan and Stevenson for President and Vice President. The event features speeches on democracy and opposition to wealth influence, with Bryan's lengthy reply outlining lines between democracy and plutocracy, and a large daytime crowd forming at Military Park and the Grand Hotel reception.
John Dieter an Illinois Central engineer died in a test run near Freeport when he fell from the cab after being struck by a bridge. His skull was crushed and limbs broken, death instantaneous. The fireman halted the engine and recovered the body.
Ashland Oregon August 8 Speaker Henderson of the house of representatives and eight companions were injured when the Chicago and Northwestern special car they rode in was struck by a light locomotive at Hugo on the Oregon express. The rear trucks were demolished and the party moved to a sleeping car for transfer to Portland.
Joh Harriman candidate for vice president on the socialist ticket opened the Iowa campaign at the Des Moines court house with Eugene V Debs. A. W. Ricker Lone Tree state organizer presided while George D Herron was expected but absent as organizers push to mobilize miners in the Sixth district.
Des Moines Iowa August 8 the state board of control laid out proposals for bids on fifty two thousand four hundred ninety four tons of coal for state institutions for the year starting October 1 Last year the volume was lower and Illinois mines likely bid this year Freight rates will influence prices as institutions are spread across the state The total contract is about one hundred thousand dollars Bids are to be received until August 25.
A spark from a threshing engine on George Hopping’s Verd area farm near Washington ignited a grain stack and spread to several more stacks a large barn and the threshing outfit building. The house caught fire twice but was saved. Several men suffered burns and the total loss ran to hundreds of dollars.
Next Tuesday evening in Court Square the first of a series of open mass meetings will discuss labor questions and the need for organization. A mate enartette will sing and several speakers will attend, urging all laborers of every class and creed in the city to be present. Paste this in your hat.
Congressman Richardson announces William J Bryan as the candidate for president at a Kansas City convention. The platform calls for unceasing warfare on trusts and monopolies and for enforcement of anti trust laws by honest officials. The speech condemns the current administration for aiding trusts and warns that the Republican party has tied the nation to imperial interests.
A boy arrives in a unfamiliar town and is struck by unusual sounds echoing through streets. He surveys the odd noises and wonders what they reveal about the place and its people.
Washington reports minister Wu presenting an imperial edict dated the 2d seeking protection for ministers in Pekin as disturbances continue and plans consider escorting diplomats to Tien Tsin. Waldersee named commander in chief of Allied forces in China. London notes Parliament prorogued and Africa war costs.
The Shelby Norman Post No 231 reports resolutions noting Comrade S M Batterson has passed away and joined the ranks of those who crossed the dark river. The post mourns a generous loyal member and citizen and extends heartfelt sympathy to his family with copies sent to his wife and news papers and filed in records.
The Pennsylvania Prohibition Convention gathered in Pittsburg on August 8 to nominate state candidates and map campaign plans. The gathering drew all prominent Prohibitionists from across the state.
Chicago notes a warm pattern with a fair overall forecast for Iowa. Showers are expected in the west tonight, with Thursday continuing fair conditions. Also appears a personal disclaimer by John P. Dougherty denying responsibility for debts my wife Mary Dougherty may contract.
Miss Knott of Marion attends Rider home as guest. Henry Lamp leaves for Cedar Rapids on business. Miss Klotz of Columbus Junction visits at Mr. Van Zant's. Mrs. Stanley returns to Victor after sister of late Mrs. Conant. Camp ground tents all occupied. first service began last evening. Muscatine guests at lawn party hosted by Misses Fox Schreurs and Demorest. Visitors from Muscatine at Miss Pearl Penney’s. Mrs. Mary Park returns from Colfax Epworth League Assembly. Thomas Boot Jr. buried after scarlet fever and bowel inflammation. Funeral for Mrs. F C Conant held at M E church with Relief Corps march. Community sympathy offered to bereaved families. Lawn party by Misses Creetz and Rider draws 100 guests with Prot Panchet’s Orchestra entertaining on the illuminated lawn. Ice cream and cake served. guests depart late evening.
Gabe Bowman returns from Chicago with another large Bow man firm contract tied to the Pawnee Bill Wild West show. The event will exhibit in Muscatine on the 26th with Frank Bowman handling country billing and supplying feed for the show horses on the visit day.
When a person goes fishing the topic rates in social circles as high as described marriages. The comparison highlights how personal leisure stories and life milestones capture public interest with similar enthusiasm.
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