Russo American Surprise shapes British view on Pekin crisis
London reports call the Russo American Surprise a key factor in shaping policy. Empress dowager and emperor’s clash worsens the China crisis while Britain weighs evacuation of Pekin and cautions against yielding to Li Hung Chang. Foreigners in Beijing observe events from the legations as walls are fortified.
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Daily Graphic Aays
United States
Germany
Pokin
The
Daily Mail
France
Ragshinu
Li Hung Chang
Pekin
Daily Express
Daily Chronicle
Li Hang Chang
Ckinawe
Tien Taio
Nationalitien
Photirad Sikha
Tartar
Legation
Philippines
Saigon
Fort Myers
Cape Colonial Assembly votes against independence motion
In Cape Town the majority opposed the motion favoring independence for the Two South African republics, prompting its withdrawal as defeat seemed certain. The debate highlighted wording changes and political tensions during August across British and Boer controlled areas.
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Cape Colonial Assembly
Cape Town
Saner
Colonial Assembly
Orange Free State
Orange River Colony
Horse Calfskin Patchwork Frauds In Maryland Case
Michael McQuade a local horse dealer faced a police court on a remaking scam charge after William Jones bought a horse that later showed skin peeling from rain exposure. Investigators found calfskin patches with hair trimmed to imitate original hide, a postponement granted while authorities continue inquiry. Telegraph operator M L O’Neil captured burglar Thomas Britt after a depot break‑in. Britt, from New York, aided by missing mileage books and tickets, is linked to a gang robbing Erie railroad stations.
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Michael McQuade
William Jones
Upper Marlboro
McQuade
Jones
Felice Sylvester
Binghamton
L. O'Neil
Erie
Creat Bend
O’neil
O'Neil
Thomas Britt
New York City
Eria Road
Cuban Political Strife Shapes Constitutional Convention
In Havana and Santa Clara, parties rush toward the August election. The National party names eight Havana delegates led by secretary Genez and Lacote, with Amplitude for independence. Republicans and Democrats seek a three Havana delegate minority alliance. Colored journalist Joan Gualberto Gomesz campaigns in Santiago. Santa Clara Republicans claim strength with seven candidates. Harvard summer school teachers' reception and voyage end as transports head to home ports.
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National Party
Nations
Maximo Gomez
Tamayo
Nunez
Rodrigues
Senor Zayas
Justice
Justice Genez, Gonzalo Perez
Lacote
Senor Gener
Senor Perez
Joan Gualberto Gomesz
Wood
Santiago
Santa Clara
Harvard University
Saccusa
Cabana
Wiorbing
Tacon Theater
Frye
Cubs
Harvard
Albisu Theater
After China relief voyage Ninth Infantry men land
San Francisco reports the transport Thomas arriving with sick and wounded from the Far East. Captain Edwin Y Bookmiller of the Ninth Infantry was wounded at Tien-Tsin. Onboard prisoners escaped at Nagasaki after leaving Manila. Major James Regan Captain R C Noyes Captain T H Schoeffel and Lieutenant W D Lawton also aboard. Seven deaths occurred en route.
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R. 5. Griswold
Gist. Y Ol
Rescuer Saves Unconscious Clerk Off Asbury Park Beach
William H. Sturtevant a Troy bank clerk summering in Asbury Park was rescued from a sea pass about 200 yards from shore. He sank twice before Davis reached him and Bathing Master Sturley and Harley aided in the rescue. Medical student F Isaacs from Cornell revived him.
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William H. Sturtevant
Troy
Sturtevant
Davis
Sea Pass
Sturley
Harley
Sway
F. Isaacs
Cornel) University
No Invitation For Mayor Mayoral Parade Showdown
Boston August 31 Mayor Hart has not received an invitation to review the Labor Day parade. The Central Labor Union and Building Trades council debated inviting him and Governor Crane, but a 12-12 tie blocked action. A special meeting was called to decide if the parade would proceed. The mayor rejected any claim for $800, stating labor groups must respect the city’s official head.
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Boston
Hart
Central Labor Union
Building Trades Council
Building Tradea Council
Crane
Harts
Wall Street Report From Sears Firm Briefs
Furnished by E A Sears representing Sloward Crosby Co with offices at 24 Congress Street Boston and 62 Wall Street New York Branch Culver Block Nutatuck.
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E. A. Sears
Sloward, Crosby & Co
Congress St
Boston
Wall St
New York
Culver Block Naugatuck
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