30 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Newport Daily News
Location
Newport, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1900
Page
1
Fragmented OCR describes Cambridge society amid hurried preparations for a reception. References to HMKenteres and Teetange af Ue hint at social pressures, while women’s assistance remains unclear. The distorted text suggests a commotion around expected attendees and possible suppression of certain units.
Fragmentary text references a convention, Coban party, air transport, and a July celebration in Algeria with stray names and locations. The readable parts are insufficient for a coherent event or outcome, but indicate a discussion of inspections, transport to a show, and a July observance with unspecified officials and dates.
Street crew reports a freight wreck in the yard near Ebippink causing cars to derail and a telegraph pole to be toppled. The train from Portland at 6 49 p m halted to shift cars, part backing down and demolishing merchandise and lumber. Crews cleared debris by morning as delays affected the Eastern division service.
A massive American battleship endured a perilous encounter in Chinese waters. Reports describe a stormy melee, dense fog, and heavy gunfire as the vessel navigated treacherous seas, ending with the ship's advance halted and repairs underway at a distant port. The narrative cites Dewey era actions and references multiple ships and commanders amid a complex naval action.
A damaged fragment reports the Oratava fleeing to South Africa with 1,200 troops and crew from the German steamer Ti WIG after a collision near Sant. Bremen and other vessels are mentioned, with references to troop movements, provisions, and military material bound for China.
The report notes many cens respondents suffer web death or serious injury during the war. It cites that correspondent danger rises in South Africa and in front lines, with figures showing more than 40 wounded journalists billeted in camps while health deteriorates from wounds. It mentions efforts to aid victims and recalls a fallen hero with a memorial.
Communications from Colonel Pomrard describe a northeast Tien PKs action. Units included a naval brigade and a Chinese regiment. Casualties and details of the bombardment are given amid confusing phrases and wartime jargon.
Disjointed dispatches describe ministerial safety and diplomatic notes to the State Department. Reports from London and New York reference Allied leaders, military actions, and ongoing rebellion coverage with fragmented details and terse mentions of meetings and officials.
Report describes Sherman transport operations to Manila aiding China theater logistics. Notes aim to move troops and equipment, address supply bottlenecks, and speed reinforcements to front lines. Mentions depots, war department coordination, and timing of shipment.
The text lists delegates and alternates from multiple locales including Woonsocket North Ningstown Newport and Warren with names such as George W. dircon Toney Quitin and Theodore J. Morrisenan. Delegates will establish quarters at Up Hotel Baltimore during the convention.
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