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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1900
Page
1
London dispatches describe destruction of the Peking legations and the killing of German Minister Baron von Ketteler. British marines clash with Imperial troops while Boxers burn missions and churches in Tien-Tsin. Thousands of troops and massed forces threaten Shanghai as Russia and Germany seek coordinated action.
The relief train carrying food and ammunition for the international force could not reach Lang-Fang and returned. Foreign detachments sent on Sunday are attempting to repair the line. Native banks in Chin-Kiang closed amid Boxer fears. Yang-Tsze Valley remains excited while Chee-Foo stays quiet despite rumors.
Hong Kong reports unrest as riots flare at Bun-Chow with refugees arriving at Wu-Chow from June 12. About 5 000 rebels gather at Kwei-li-Sien while Canton troops move toward the rebels. Vienna dispatches note powers discuss intervention with Japan proposed as mandatory to restore order in Peking and beyond.
A semi official dispatch from Tianjin dated June 15 reports Boxers in the native town burning three chapels and terrorizing inhabitants. Two railroad bridges between Tianjin and Lang-Fang are impassable, a construction train en route to Lang-Fang relief is halted, while a German detachment moves toward Peking and Tsung Li Yamen approves 1200 foreign troops entering Peking. Paris notes the Foreign Office doubts Hong Kong dispatch claiming foreign legations destroyed in Peking.
Telegraph communications with Peking are cut and officials urge readers to take incoming dispatches with reserve. Reporters note possible gaps in lines of confirmation as authorities sort verified details.
Baron Clemens August von Ketteler born 1853 Potsdam rises from German army officer to diplomat. He serves in Peking Canton Washington Mexico Japan China Marries Miss Ledyard Detroit Feb 25 1897. Discussion notes anxiously on Chinese crises and possible international troop dispatch.
Commercial Cable and Western Union report total interruption of telegraphic communication with Tien-Tsin. Great Northern notes no restoration prospects for Peking and Tien-Tsin lines. Shanghai-Tien-Tsin link is totally interrupted beyond Baodao, severing messages to Tien-Tsin and Taku.
War Department inquiry shows cable messaging runs from Shanghai to Tien Tsin then splits to Taku and Peking. If Tien Tsin to Taku is cut, Peking remains reachable, explaining Admiral Kempff and Minister Conger’s silence. Disruption south of Tien Tsin could cut off outside world.
In Hong Kong on June 16 the first class cruiser Terrible sailed with troops for Tien-Tsin. Captain Percy M. Scott prepared to land a twelve pounder and other guns for land service. Meanwhile the armored cruiser Undaunted was ordered north under sealed orders and will sail immediately.
A Tokyo cablegram to the Japanese Legation reports the North China situation worsening. The Imperial Government will send about 1,000 soldiers to Tien-Tsin to support the Japanese minister in China, acting in concert with other major powers.
Secretary Hay said there is still no news from China and the State Department knows nothing of the burning of the Peking legations or the murder of Baron von Suttler. Dispatches from Minister Conger have been cut off and no word has been received since. Officials fear Conger may be besieged in his legation with danger of death. Government admits it knows nothing definite about General Tung or Nieh.
Washington reports Admiral Kempff has not been heard from since yesterday raising fears of a Chinese or Boxers disruption at Taku. President officials discussed needs and possible reinforcements with Secretary Hay and Secretary Root. If Kempff remains silent, Manila will dispatch troops or a naval contingent by Monday.
The State Department denied any news confirming the destruction of the Peking legations. Telegrams from Iowa and relatives sought details about Minister Conger and others at the U S Legation. Officials listed those present including Mrs Conger and Secretary Herbert Squires among others.
Washington reports that Boxers incur heavy damages against the Chinese government, with a strong U S demand for indemnity once order returns. The treaty basis protects American missionaries and Chinese converts, holding China liable if government troops or agents fail to restrain riots.
Authoritative sources report negotiations on the Chinese crisis expanding into a broader effort to harmonize actions of powers involved. France presses to preserve balance among East power players and prevent unilateral force, aiming for world peace and unity among the great powers.
The Spectator warns that unless the powers secure a competent Vizier to govern China the country may fragment, prompting further wars and global overreach. It notes that encamping in Peking or withdrawal risks failure and calls for decisive action by international representatives.
The Statist dispatch from Washington states no European power misreads American hesitation. The United States will act in China to protect citizens or uphold treaty rights, including potential military steps, with Britain and Japan counted on for support to maintain open door principles.
The government has instructed Governor-General W. Rooseboom of the Dutch East Indies to send a warship with troops to China, announced in The Hague on June 16. The move signals a Dutch naval deployment amid tensions in East Asia.
Late advices from China detail widespread suffering among Catholics during the disturbances. Horace W. Houlding’s letter from Shantung notes many Presbyterian families displaced and refugees at the London mission, with Catholic chapels destroyed. Despite turmoil, seventeen missionaries, including ten women, will soon proceed to China, with forty preparing but remaining in conferences through next week.
The Cunard Line steamer Lucania sails from Liverpool today with Richard Croker on board. The Democratic Club received a telegram stating Tell the boys I've sailed Richard Croker, which was posted for members to read with interest.
Mrs Elizabeth F Croker wife of the Tammany chieftain and her daughter Flos sail yesterday for Europe to seek health. Doctors fear Miss Croker’s lungs are affected and the trip to Switzerland is intended to benefit her condition.
A Paris cablegram reports rumors that the Austrian Emperor has contracted a morganatic marriage with actress Katti Schratt. The rumor notes his name has been linked to hers for some time and cites good authority.
Fire crews and police suspect arson after two separate blazes in a five story tenement at 116 East One Hundred Nineteenth Street. A passerby alerted a patrolman at 12 50 this morning and tenants were warned as flames were fought and two fires were found in a coal bin and a paper pile. Investigators call the case unusually suspicious.
William Melbourne MacDowell, widow Fanny Davenport's husband, married Wilhelmina Maria Wilton at St Paul’s Episcopal Church Newport News Virginia. The couple, both previously married and widowed, kept the ceremony private and planned to sail on the Coastwise Pier after the event.
A tram car running on compressed air derailed while descending an incline near the exposition grounds in Paris. Thirteen people were injured including American Alexander Caesar who was seriously hurt. The car jumped the track and two carriages overturned. a tree at Pont de l Alma likely prevented fatalities.
A Sunday excursion on the Hudson near Oscawana Island turned fatal when twelve year old Elizabeth Crandall and eleven year old Anna Hussey drowned after wading near a rocky shore. Helen Crandall, ten, was rescued by Policeman Henry Bischoff who swam repeatedly to recover the bodies and save the other girl.
Birmingham June 16 W J Oliver Co of Aiken awarded contract to build twenty miles of the Ensley Southern Railway from Parish Junction Walker County to the Warrior River. Red man Donovan of Chattanooga previously secured ten miles to Ensley. Louisville and Nashville co funds part of the route between Ensley and the Warrior River. Contract value about 500000 and completion set for twelve months. Total contracts on two lines near 650000.
Paris report doubts artist Karl's claim of abducting the Comtesse de Martel known as Gyp. Authorities consider Karl a hoax and believe the supposed abduction may be a hallucination by Gyp.
A 2:08 AM blaze Tore through the East River Kindling Wood and Packing Box yard at Sixty first Street and First Avenue. Four alarms sent as flames swept 100 by 300 feet destroying multiple businesses and tenements. no deaths reported, watchman escaped. Police and fire crews evacuated residents and saved horses amid dense smoke and falling lumber.
A midnight blaze at Behr Brothers & Co piano factory at Eleventh Ave and Twenty-ninth St razed the upper floors, with oils and varnishes fueling a dramatic fire. Fire crews battled flames, evacuated nearby tenements, and a harbor of horses was led away as the roof collapsed. Loss estimated at 35000, with 30000 to the building. Fire out by 2 15 AM.
Last Train for St Louis and Cincinnati departs Grand Central Station each day at 9 20 P M via New Yersu Central Big Four Route. Advance notice promotes the daily schedule and route details.
Kinley Mack becomes the first horse to win both the Suburban and Brooklyn Handicaps, beating Ethelbert and Imp with Jean Beraud third as a record crowd of about 30,000 fills the Coney Island track. The victory crowns Kinley Mack as the king of the turf amid a fashion-filled, festive day.
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