Decree Telegraphed On Chinese Turmoil And War Fears
A telegraph decree from Chinese officials describes growing unrest and anarchist threats, the siege of Taku forts by foreign forces, and subsequent fighting. It notes the Chinese stance of protecting legal troops while promising severe action against anarchists, with ministers urged to inform foreign affairs ministries and reinforce protections.
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Ister
Taung 1 Samen
Yamen
Tien ‘Sin
Naka
Taku
Lo Jung Kwang
he_yigin
China notes hint at Boxer violence influence amid Pekin dispatch
Washington July 4 The note delivered to Secretary of State by Minister Wu suggests the imperial government backed the Boxers and may have participated in attacks on legations. The state department ties the tsung li yamen to foreign powers and says the message will go to Shanghai via martial law. No immediate state department response. military plans to Pekin proceed, and release of Minister Conger could alter decisions depending on replies.
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Associated Press
Washington, D
Huy
Privy Council
State Department
Dsung Lyamen
Pekin
Shansung
War Board
Dih Supreme Control
Shanghai
Prince Ching
Dt In
China
Conger
Seattle Financial Report Shows Deposits Rise Sharply
The report of the United States office at Seattle for the fiscal year ending June 20 shows 5,098 deposits totaling 15,60,826 received, more than double the previous year. The census counted 3429 deposits valued at 1ST, reflecting increased activity in the local financial year.
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Seattle
Wash
United Rates
Asy
Allied forces land reinforcements near Tien Tein
Cablegram from Admiral Remey reports two battalions of the Ninth Infantry and one battalion of Marines landed to bolster Allied defenses at Tien Tein. They proceed to Dakai and Yokohama hospital ships are prepared. Foreigner positions at Tien Tisin described as hard pressed.
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Mimationf
Tien ‘Fake
Associated Pram
Washington, D. C
Mavy Department
Admiral Hemey
Chefoo
Navy
Ninth Infantry
Meade
Tien Tein
Tien Tain
Lake Sick
Yokohama
Oregon
Nashville
Havetsi
Admoiral Seymour
Tien ‘Tisin
Remey
Blanket Indians at Reg Lake threaten outbreak near fort
Satwey Minn special reports Blanket Indians at Reg Lake in a troublesome mood. They object to a $30 000 government school and have refused annuities claiming underpayment. Whites near the reservation arm themselves and prepare for state troops if trouble grows. War dances are held nightly.
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Associated Press
St Paul, Minn
Satwey, Minn
Reg Lake
Solway
State 18 Close as West Vicelais Be Make an Feurame Charleston
The Republican state convention in Charleston W Va July 11 featured a large turnout and opened the presidential campaign canvassing for Senator Stephen B Elkins. It stressed national progress under Republicans, contrasted with Democratic missteps, and argued imperialism issues and party unity under McKinley and Roosevelt.
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Associated Press
Charleston
United States
Ellitts
A. B. White
Democratic Party
Britain to Send Reinforcements to China in Autumn
London reports say Britain considers sending a large but disputed contingent to China in autumn. Officials tell AP that India cannot supply 100000 troops and Britain cannot extend current commitments, though strong British reinforcements are expected to reach the Far East before midsummer.
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Chien
Associated Press
London
China
Foreign Office
India
Great Britain
Far East
British Victory at Bethlehem Boosts Boer Peace Prospects
Pretoria July 10 The British success at Bethlehem has improved peace prospects though President Steyn remains at the helm of the Orange Free State. Most officials have surrendered or are prisoners and are urging Steyn to end the struggle as General De Wet’s collapse is anticipated. Botha is expected to seek conferences toward settlement. Civil administration needs and frank submission among Boers rise.
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Associated Press
Pretoria
Bethlehem
Steyn
Orange Free State
de Wet
Botha
Hanna Denies Plot Against McKinley in New York
In Cleveland Ohio Senator Hanna rejected reports of a plot to assassinate President McKinley calling the story false. Ex secretary Cornelius N Glues and Wisconsin Republican Payne met Hanna about the new national executive committees as Senator Lodge joined the conference. Bliss said he preferred not to discuss his possible role.
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Associated Press
Cleveland
Ohio
Hanna
McKinley
New York
Cornelius N. Glues
Interior
Payne
Wisconsin
Senzsor Lodge
Bliss
Canton
Queen's Garden Party At Buckingham Palace Notable Attendees
London July 11 The queen's garden party at Buckingham Palace drew a vast crowd with royal family diplomats and U S officials in attendance The event spurred a row in the House of Commons as John Dillon and Fred Maddson protested government time and waste but were silenced when Fred Maddson withdrew his remarks after interruptions by the crowd
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Associated Press
London
Buckingham Pilacé
Windsor
United States
House of Commons
Barkingham
John Dillon
Fred Maddson
Madison
Attendance at National Edana Convention in Charleston
In Charleston the National Educational Association convention opened with a small attendance. Despite arrivees swelling to nearly 4000, July heat kept many visitors away from the auditorium. President Qorsan named state representation committees to meet tomorrow and finalize the coming year's arrangements. Detroit leads the contest for the convention city amid disappointment over turnout.
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St Nacional Edanadome Association
Associated Press
Charleston
Iuwlya
Melional Educational Association
Qorsan
Detroit
Europe Suspicious Of Reports From China
Lormton July 11 Two Chinese dispatches claim the emperor and empress alive while European officials doubt the safety of legations. London notes show Pekin alibi efforts as troops approach. Heavier fighting at Tien Tsin with Russian casualties, and Canton reports Li Hung Chane maintaining order. Foreign residents flee. German wounded evacuated. repairs near Tien Tsin progress. Tokyo confirms Japan will send 19,000 troops to Taku. Rescue missions bring missionaries and refugees to Chefoo. persecution of native Christians persists.
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Associated Press
Lormton
Shanghai
Pekin
London
Tien Tsin
Canton
Li Hung Chane
Berlin
Consid
Tien
Taku
Ten Tsin
Teku
Chintea
Tong Ku
Paris
Towluy
Stratra
IM. Delensag
Tokio
Japan
Chefoo
Shangtung
Detcasse
Hung Chang
New York
Herald
Snanghal
W. B. Hamilton
H. P. Perkins
Nebinan Fu
C. W. Meter
Mason Wells
Teng Chow Fu
Yang Hila Kwo
Chefoote
Nashville
New Cheng
Nebraska political conventions nominate full state ticket
Three fusion conventions in Lincoln Nebr. meet to nominate a full state ticket. A possible Populist bolt looms as divisions over office shares surface. The Populists currently hold most state offices except lieutenant governor and attorney general. Governor Poynter may face opposition from John O Nelser, while Douglas county seats are settled after a state committee meeting.
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Lincoln
Neb
Poynter
Lwn
Leutenant
Anip
Charles A. Towne
Custer and Saunders Drlegations
Hele
Poynters
John O. Nelser
State Committee
Douglas County
Moise
Hardman
T. J. Doyte
Chaimen
Wreck of Saale Yields Six Bodies Female Stewardess Among Victims
Six bodies and part of a seventh were recovered from the steamer Saale wreck after a deadly June fire. A stewardess among the identified victims died with extensive burns. The death toll rose as salvage continued, highlighting ongoing recovery efforts.
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Ay Associated Press
New York
Milman and companion found dead from charcoal fumes at Curmce Creek
Maraquette Mich July 11 James B Milman and an unknown Oberlin student were found dead near Curmce Creek, overcome by charcoal fumes. Both were well dressed and appeared to have died together in the incident.
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Maraquette
Mich
James B. Milman
Oberlin College
Hord
Future of Cuba Told by Finance Secretary Varoni
Havana July 1 Senior Varani secretary of finance told a Havana audience that bearing the future of the country rests with parents and teachers. He urged home instruction for young children to ease teacher workload and build a solid citizenry. He noted Cuban teachers visiting Harvard University would benefit Cuba and future culture centers would open in Matanzas Santa Clara Pinar del Rio Cienfuegos Puerto Principe and Santiago.
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Kexchers
Associated Press
Havana
Sefior Varani
Tescherm
Leftor Varonsa
Matvard University
Matanzas
Santa Clara
Pinar del Rio
Cienfuegos
Puerto Principe
Santiago
Consultation Held on Neely Cuban Embezzlement Case
A July 6 conference at the Department of Justice discussed the C W F Neely embezzlement of Cuban postal funds and his surrender to Havana for trial. Attending were Attorney General Griggs Secretary Root U S Attorney Baldwin Solicitor General Richards and Treasury deputy auditor. The meeting aimed to aid Baldwin in preparing the case for Judge Lacombe.
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Miclee
Mealy
Associated Prensa
Washington, D. C
Department of Justice
C. W. F. Neely
New York
Havana
Griggs
Root
United States
Baliwin
Richards
Treasury Department
Baldwin
Judie Lacombe
World Christian Endeavor convention opens July 16 in London
Members of the United Voters of Christian Endeavorers from the United States and every quarter of the globe are arriving in London in great numbers to attend the world Christian Endeavor convention opening July 16 and closing July 18. Wagons full of sightseers tour London as several hundred stay at the encampment in preparation for the event.
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Globe
Associated Frees
London
United Lottesy of Christian Endeavorers
United States
Christian Endeavor
Guest of Weinley in Canton to Visit President McKinley
Canton July 11 Postmaster General Smith arrives in Canton and will stay to attend a motive action. He will be a guest at President McKinley’s home.
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Canton
Smith Reachra
McKin=ley
Rate Ood 1 Gun Day Rises
July 11 4535 indicates fair and warmer weather with northerly winds. Time and temperature details are unclear in the fragment but suggest a temperate day.
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