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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1900
Page
1
Special dispatch from Shanghai reports Boxers and Chinese troops in a pitched battle near Pekin with heavy casualties on both sides. An American admiral cables for more soldiers and an additional gunboat, warning that no foreign lives will be spared if Pekin falls.
Dispatches from Shanghai and Washington report Chinese mobs targeting foreigners in Peking amid Boxer hostilities. The body of missionary Norman is recovered with mutilation. Yang Ting station burned. Admiral Kempf lands seamen and marines as tensions rise and fears grow for Americans and other foreigners in the city.
London dispatch via Pekin reports English missionary Norman killed at Yung Ching on June 2 with speculation that government complicity with the Boxers links this murder to Robinson's, suggesting a coordinated incident.
A June 6 report says soldiers were ordered not to fire on boxers, leading to the Huang Tsun massacre of guards protecting a railroad. Alleged supporters include Prince Tuan Hui Tung and General Z Fuh Siang battling foreigners in Chili. The dispatch notes rising leader dissension in Shanghai.
London June 6 The Central News reports worsening trouble at Taku with foreign presence increasing as French Japanese American and Russian warships land more troops to safeguard foreigners amid growing dangers.
Washington reports Admiral Dewey explains his June journey west through Ohio and Michigan is purely social with no political aims or significance.
Lord Roberts dispatch from London dated June 6 states Pretoria fell into British hands yesterday with the flag raised over government houses. Troop reception surpassed his expectations as the occupation proceeded smoothly.
The Masonic Grand Lodge ended its session in Davenport Iowa today after a very successful meeting. The next communication will be held in Davenport with no other towns bidding to host the gathering.
Lewiston Idaho June 5 The Democratic State convention met with Governor Stonenberg as a delegate. A contest exists in Shoshone county over seating. There is talk of a challenge delegation being sent to Kansas City if Steunenberg persists.
Horace Mann a mine operator in Phoenix was bitten on the hand and arm while attempting to capture two gila monsters. The bite has fatally paralyzed him and ended his life.
The policemen's monument in Haymarket Square is slated for relocation to Union Park. General approval welcomed though businessmen say the statue consumes valuable space and harms the site. they offer to cover removal costs.
The open golf championship is under way at St Andrews with Harry Vardon the center of attraction. Vardon, who recently toured America, will defend the title and is expected to return to the United States on June 27 ahead of the Chicago Open on October 4 and 5.
In Columbus Ohio on June 6 under the Montgomery County Game and Fish Protective Club a large gathering from across the state formed a State Association to secure legislation for the protection and propagation of game fish songbirds and insectivorous birds.
The United States transport Athenian bound for Cape Nome is delayed by customs authorities under law restricting foreign vessels from plying between American ports. The Athenian, a British ship chartered by the government, is affected by the ruling.
In Portland Oregon the Republican candidate won the mayoralty by a 1073 vote plurality at yesterday's election. The result confirms the party's continued control of city leadership.
London dispatch notes the Transvaal capital’s surrender but says the federal army remains strong. Proclaims immunity for those who lay down arms. British steps to pacify the Transvaal include a northern expedition and possible cooperation with Carrington units in Rhodes. The capture of the Duke of Cambridge’s caravan near Lindsey dampens celebrations and prompts cavalry reinforcements toward Methuen to pursue Burghers.
Stephen J. Romane known as Steeple Jack was killed when a lightning rod broke as he climbed 250 feet to the steeple of the Methodist church. He had been hired to remove a ball at the summit. The ball had been installed thirty years ago by a climber who also died in a similar fall.
The Filipino Junta in Paris releases a message purportedly from Aguinaldo's prime minister in Manila denying reports of Aguinaldo dead and pledging continued resistance with or without Democratic aid.
Dawson trader A M Kilgore reports from Tacoma that Klondyke clean up will reach 25 million. He notes the general rise in output with many creeks estimated to be fifty percent higher than last year.
Reports from Tien Tsin say Boxers defeated Chinese soldiers guarding the railway to Fekin. At Huang Tsung 259 troops fled. sixty killed or wounded as Boxers chased them into the countryside.
The will of William T. Strobel deceased was proven and admitted to probate this morning.
Williamsport Pa June 5 Special William Hummell was hanged in the jail yard before officials and a few favored citizens. He delivered a long speech after admitting to killing his wife and three children via a prior marriage. He disposed of the bodies to a showman and sold his confession to a newspaper. The case is described as among the most brutal in crime history.
In Washington a Senate resolution authorizes a committee on Pacific Islands and Porto Rico to study delegations and relations with the United States. Turner introduced a bill at the Grand Army of the Republic’s request to establish a pension appeals board.
A Japanese man in Honolulu regrets selling his wife to another Japanese man, blows up the buyer with thirty pounds of dynamite, then hanges himself after confession. Yamato had bought Idi's wife for thirty dollars, tragedy unfolds in a single day.
Governor Shaw spoke at graduation exercises in Iowa City delivering the address to twenty six graduates of the gentle department of Iowa State University. He also reviewed the university cadets in the afternoon as part of commencements week events.
Admiral Dewey and wife arrived in Columbus this morning greeted by a citizens committee and escorted to the hotel. Mayor Swartz delivered a welcome in a Soldiers and Sailors reunion setting with a seventeen gun salute.
The Connecticut Society Sons of the Revolution accepted from the New York Society the Nathan Hale Schoolhouse in East Haddam. Ex Governor Bulkeley, president of the Connecticut Society, bought eight and a half acres around the schoolhouse and donated it. Judge Francis Finch read a Nathan Hale poem and Rev Edward Everett Hale delivered an address.
Nearly every commercial body in New York is represented at the second annual State Commerce Convention in Syracuse. Last year’s Utica meeting spurred interest. Key topics include The State Canals and Their Improvement, The Railroad Questions, and Taxation as Affecting Commerce and Manufactures. Movements aim to pass canal-favorable laws. the canals' fate will be settled by the next Legislature.
Washington June 6 The first session of the Fifty-Sixth Congress closed with a noisy House as members hurled papers and tossed bills while songs filled the corridor. Senate confirmations included Judge Hazel Joseph Wheeler and General Otis. Bynum defeated on a gold Democrat reward. Porto Rican and Hawaiian nominations confirmed. A new Neely extradition bill applied to all possessions. Final conference report on the general deficiency appropriation bill carries over four million dollars.
In Memphis Tennessee on June 5 James Phillips drowned in the baptism waters within minutes after the rite. He fell from the steamer Wichita as he sought dry clothing and was swept away by a swift current, witnessed by horrified congregation members and spectators.
Milwaukee's Federation of Woman's Clubs opens its fifth biennial convention at the Alhambra theatre. Major Rose gives the welcome, Mrs. Lowe delivers the annual address as caucuses discuss admitting a Boston colored delegate amid Southern opposition.
Mrs J H Stucker of Atalissa and Pp G Townsley of Buffalo Prairie are in the city today along with Mr and Mrs H M Mapes of Adams and B and Miss Anns Kirschner of Nichols. People discuss Sterling High School spoons at Dalla Way's and question why Muscatine residents push for a Weed Park street car line while the city council delays action.
Washington June 6 The House took up the conference report on the Alaska code bill and Senate amendments were agreed to but critics led by Lacey Iowa argued the Speaker erred in hearing their objections. The core dispute centered the Senate elimination of the House provision for a delegate from Alaska. Democrats opposed the acceptance of the amendment.
Miss Booth of Atalissa is noted as visiting the city today.
Notices invite readers to place orders for ice cream and refreshments at Hacker's as social event planning continues.
Special weather note from Chicago on June 6 reports a fair Thursday in Iowa followed by possible thunderstorms in eastern areas this afternoon or tonight. Cooler air expected after the unsettled conditions.
Des Moines reports Senator A. C. Hobart of Cherokee county has authorized his bid for Secretary of State. Hobart, 11th district, faces rumored opposition from supporters of G. S. Gilbertson who seeks State Treasurer. Hobart joins five others including W. B. Martin, W. H. Redman, Eli Manning, and H. L. Stetson in the crowded field.
Annie Katherine Grabbert, indicted for the murder of two stepchildren, died in Chicago county jail after a fire she allegedly started burned her clothing and caused fatal blood poisoning. She was treated but succumbed before court appearance.
City reels after a week of unrest with two car bomb attempts and widespread street violence. Residents call for militia protection as authorities investigate the incidents and urge calm.
Negotiations over the street car workers strike stall as the company demands the union forego discharge of loyal workers. A dynamite bomb on the tracks halted the first car today. Transit franchise may be revoked if contract provisions aren’t met. cars may resume after nightfall Friday. An army special car hit explosives on Washington and Jefferson avenues, causing a heavy blast that threw riders to the floor.
Kid McCoy asks for a delay in his bout with Sharkey claiming excessive fighting has worn him down. Seaside Athletic Club management says there is little hope the match will happen.
Kansas City market receipts tallied 7,209 cattle down 19 cents while Texans traded 4.00 to 4.50, stockers 3.75 to 5.15. Hog receipts reached 21,909 with top at 5.02 and bulk 4.88 to 4.95. Sheep 4,400 strong. mutton 3.50 to 5.46 and lambs 4.00 to 7.25.
Dillaway's showcases the latest Libbey cut-glass patterns in a display of elegant glassware for shoppers seeking fresh home decor options. The window exhibit highlights clear crystal details and intricate cuts defying previous styles.
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