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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1900
Page
1
The United States faces a crisis in China negotiations as powers push for large indemnities, with either territorial pledges or bond guarantees leading to partition. Washington seeks to restrain claims while aiming to recoup funds spent on the Peking mission.
Irregular stock figures and prices listed for various commodities and goods. Reflects page references for further details including butter oats corn iron and other items, with sections on arrivals insurance legal notes losses by fire and real estate.
An advertisement raves about Poland as home to the world’s purest natural spring water, urging readers to sample the product and suggesting unmatched mineral purity.
Berlin cable reports the Chinese Emperor replies to William II promising severe punishments for those aiding Baron von Ketteler’s murder. He seeks reestablished relations and vows to set a return date once peace commissioners reach a point. He also pledges strict protection of Christian missions by provincial authorities.
Morning Post correspondent says edict punishes princes by banishment or rank lowering with no imprisonment. Foreign envoys reject edict as too lenient while Chinese ministers press for death penalty. Large southern Chinese flee to avoid winter retribution. Shanghai Times notes missionaries in Taiyuan Foo. Knappe reports foreign troop may ascend Yangtze and halt supplies to Sian-Foo.
Shanghai dispatch reports the Governor General of Sze Chuen ordered to join the Court, sparking provincial official excitement as a sign the imperial family aims to reach Sze Chuen. The French Consul notes continued persecution of Catholic converts in Kiang-Si, while the U S Consul cites Protestant oppression in Che-Kiang. all governors are Manchus opposing foreigners.
Official dispatches from Gen. Voyron report international columns occupying tombs east and southwest of Peking. A skirmish with Boxers left 300 dead on their side while foreign troops suffered no losses.
Refugees report anti Christian riots in Kiang Si province with non Christians wearing badges and those not marked facing death. The Viceroy appoints a deputy to settle French claims at Shun Tak and three French gunboats will accompany to enforce orders.
Adjutant General Corbin questioned General Chaffee after criticisms of American field gun use in China. The reply notes the U.S. battery is superior to others in several aspects including rapid fire, brake system, and trigger design. General Linivet credited the positive assessment and praised the battery highly.
Dispatches from Vladivostock say Chinese forces have destroyed 306 versts of the southern section of the Manchurian Railroad. All stations were burned and much rolling stock was destroyed. Estimated damage amounts to 10,000,000 rubles.
The Stockton torpedo boat completed the standardization test off the Patuxent River with 360 rpm and an average speed of 26 knots, meeting contract requirements. A final two hour trial is planned for Thursday to verify sustained performance at the same speed.
The Royal Limited via Baltimore and Ohio Railroad to Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington shifts to depart New York South Ferry at 3 35 PM and Liberty Street at 3 40 PM starting November 25. It promises elegant day coaches with no extra fare alongside Pullman parlor, observation, and dining cars.
In the Reichstag Count von Buelow declares Germany seeks no conquest in China but its rightful share. He outlines agreed demands from Peking including removal of officials, indemnities, and abolition of the Tsung-li Yamen, while defending Germany’s cautious role and defense of its rights. The debate spans war aims, Boxer outrages, and international mediation with Russia.
The speaker argues Germany seeks no conquest in China but to defend its rights and honor amid a tense global stance. He rejects territorial grabs, favors orderly reform in China, and cites the August 3 1898 convention and the Anglo German agreement as guiding forces.
An advertisement asserts the product as the purest natural spring water in the world, highlighting its claimed quality and universal appeal. The copy emphasizes purity and origin without detailing production or distribution specifics.
In Paris the French Chamber of Deputies debated the Foreign Affairs Budget. M Estournelles de Constant warned the Chinese campaign could cost greatly and feared an indemnity would not cover it. He warned indemnity could split China and spark a European war. Marcel Sembat questioned government authority for war without Parliament and challenged reports of atrocities. He called Field Marshal von Waldersee unfit to command allied forces. The discussion continues tomorrow.
A claim that a single source is the purest natural spring water in the world prompts researchers and industry marketers to discuss purity standards, testing methods, and potential environmental impacts at the source location.
A raid led by Capt. Titus at 24 Stanton Street in the East Side Red Light district freed a girl of about fifteen and arrested eleven women along with a housekeeper and the proprietor. A mob followed the arrest as police moved the prisoners to the Eldridge Street station. the Gerry Society aided the rescued girl who described her detention and coercion at the hands of Dolberg.
In Baltimore a nervous shock from burglars led Mrs. John Forrester, long crippled by rheumatism, to rise, dress, and walk unaided. She claimed the event, triggered by fear and prayer, restored her health and mobility as the thief's intrusion occurred early Sunday.
A Odessa report via the Daily Express says thirty eight Turks tried to flee Russia by night from Tschuruksu across the Black Sea. A storm sank the boat after baggage was dumped first then children and women. All perished except one lad who clung to a mast and survived.
Ernest Henry Deering, a young American, told Queenstown police he embezzled $4,000 from his New York employer Horace Caleb and squandered the funds. He appeared with a loaded revolver and threatened self harm until disarmed. Police investigate the claim as to its truth, with no directory confirmation of Caleb or Deering.
The Kentucky, a first class battleship, now in Mediterranean waters, is ordered to stop at Smyrna Turkey on its voyage to Manila via the Suez Canal. Commanded by Capt. Colby M. Chester, it has recently visited an Algerian port and Naples Italy and aims to press indemnity claims over missionary property losses in Turkey. The Sultan in Constantinople sent warm congratulations to President McKinley on his reelection, noting continued friendly U S relations.
Chicago November corn rose briefly after the open as George H. Phillips emerged as a major buyer. He reportedly acquired 5 to 6 million bushels for this month’s delivery, with only about 1.1 million bushels of all grades in city elevators, and limited high quality stock for contracts. The move attracted market manipulation concerns as traders debated funding and delivery feasibility.
Mrs Anna Mitchell secured an injunction from Judge Chetiain prohibiting her husband from stopping or addressing her on the street or lingering near her home. She claims since April separation he harassed her by seizing her hands and arms and pinching and choking her. He reportedly demanded small sums of money under threat of public ridicule if refused.
A Middletown New York report states the elusive woods resident terrorizing Walton locals is a boy named Gann who vanished earlier. He emerged from hiding only for meals, ending the weeks long mystery.
The Police Board met long sessions and voted to prepare charges against Capt. John D. Herlihy for inefficiency and neglect of duty and against Inspector Adams and Inspector Cross for failures to enforce laws in the Twelfth Precinct and First Inspection District. It ordered Chief Devery to report on Pro Cathedral conditions and to pursue disciplinary actions, while notifying Bishop Potter to provide specific statements and designate counsel to represent him.
A statement praising spring water as the purest in the world prompts discussion among health officials and consumers about mineral content bottling standards and environmental sourcing.
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