German Minister Killed by Mob at Pekin
Telegraph and news service reports state German minister Baron Von Keteeler killed as Pekin legations are destroyed. Boxers burn churches and embassies while foreign relief efforts struggle amid disrupted telegraph lines. British, Dutch, and American actions escalate as tensions threaten wider conflict in China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Hong Kong
Pek
Baron von Keteeler
New York
Journal and Advertiser
Tien Tsin
Boxers Coitrol Tien Tsin
Gluks
Shangaai
Sien Tsin
Reliop
Crain
Laung-Feng
Stanghai
Fekin
Government of
China
Chin-Kiang
Yang-Tse
Chefoo
Washington
D. C
Pekin
Terrible
Tier ‘Tsin
Percy M. Scott
The
West River
Sun-show
Wu-Chow
Kwei-Li- Brea
Canton
Lord Salisbury
Wis
Tolland
Dutch East Indies
Herr W. Rosseboom
Poison in Coffee Farm Near Madison Threatens Family
Special to the Northwestern Madison Wisconsin June 16 A farm hand James Breland was arrested on charges of attempted murder after a poison was placed in the Bringer family coffee pot seven miles east of Madison. Five family members drank coffee and fell violently ill but survived. Bail was set at 3000 dollars and ex farm hand Breland pleaded not guilty with examination set for next Thursday. Dr Crosse from Sun Prairie aided the family as they recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
George Bringer
James Breland
Dr. Crosse
Sun Pratric
Draft Platform Discussed By Smith And McKinley
Postmaster General Smith, en route to Philadelphia, met with President McKinley to review a draft platform. The session occurred in Washington D C on June 16 and lasted about three quarters of an hour. A Woodmen camp social is planned for June 22 with a program, refreshments, and card games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Govers Smith Sebrous Ome
McAkinley
Associated Prose
Washington, D. C
Smith
White House
Philadelphia
McKinney
Progran of
Wise
Racitas Jane
Associated Press
London
Lord Roberts
Kruger Aml
Botha
Boxers in Tientsin threaten city as raids spread
A semi official dispatch from Tientsin dated June 15 reports bands of Boxers burning three chapels and terrorizing residents. Two rail bridges near Lang-Pang are blocked, a repair train is halted, and German forces march toward Pekin as foreign troops may enter with 3200 men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruday
Tien Temn
Asesclaited Press
Berlin
Tien Tsin
Lang-Pang
Pekin
Tsung-Li-Yamen
Foreign Office
Algoma Country Club Opens Handicapped Medal Contest
About fifty members tee off in the Seymour W. Hollister gold medal event. E A Crane starts players in pairs at the first tee as conditions for the three event medal series are outlined. Winners hold the medal through successive handicap tournaments and until the next July 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Algoman Country Club
Algoma Country Club
Seymour W. Hollister
E. A. Crane
Tourney Committee
Alpgma Country Club
Greens
Pha
McLean Sails for Europe Amid Political Debate
John B. McLean of Cincinnati sailed today on the Cunard liner Campania for Europe. He refused to affirm or deny reports about sending his personal check for 12 40 to Mr Girvan as a contribution to the Democratic campaign fund. He would not discuss the vice presidential question or the interview with Admiral Dewey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Preas
New Ven
John BR. McLean
Cincinnati
Eurone
Cunard
Campania
McLean Refuser
Girvan
Democratic Campaign Fund
Melean
Ad Ingiulrera
Wisconsin National Guard Camp Names Dates for Encampment
Adjutant General C. R. Boardman issued orders for the Wisconsin National Guard encampment at Camp Douglas. The First Regiment and Troop A begin August 4 to 11, Second Regiment with Companies B and F August 11 to 18, and Third Regiment and Tenth Battalion August 18 to 24. The camp is named Camp Harnden in honor of Gen. Henry Harnden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. R. Boardman
Wisconsin National Guard
Camp Douglas
Augst
Camp Harnden
Henry Harnden
Federal Health Orders To Inspect Asiatics On Transcontinental Travel
Federal authorities issue instructions to search east bound trains for San Francisco travelers from California. Asiatics must carry health certificates signed by U S marine officers or be turned back. whites may travel without certificates though advised to obtain them. The order initially required certificates for all races but was later narrowed to exclude Caucasians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Reno
Nev
BcQuestin
Kinyoun
San Francisco
State Line
United States Marine Officer
Cal
aAll Taitrand
Steamship Companies
Washington
California
United States Marine Hospital
Champion Jeffries Arrives in Oshkosh for Exhibition
James J. Jeffries arrives in Oshkosh aboard the Chicago & Northwestern at 1 28 with Eddie Cook. He is driven to the Athearn hotel room 104 where a crowd gathers. Jeffries discusses future opponents and criticizes Corbett while noting his swollen left arm from injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James J. Jeffries
OshKosh
Chicago & Northwestern
Eddie’ Cook
Athearn
Northwestern
Jeffries
Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Sharkey
Dunkherst
Yank ‘Kenney
Bast, Park
Combination Ark
Clb
Proeotive Association
Jeffroy
Ar Hs
Alarm at the Capital on China Relief Mission
Washington insiders report Secretary Hay and Secretary Root in conference over sending U S troops to China. If telegraphic contact with Admiral Kempff in Pekin is not restored soon, forces may be dispatched from Manila to reinforce the American contingent. Officials weigh rail and supply issues as a relief column’s effectiveness hangs on transport and logistics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pekin
China
United States
Washington
Stetistrast
Spain
Great Britain
Japan
Associated Press
Ion
D. C
Kempff
Maniua
Teku
Hay
Root
White House
Legation
Fenuire
Bou
Kempf
Amanilla
Manila
Washington, D. C
State Department
Cancer
North China
Admiral Kempff
Conger
Remoff
Baron Von Ketteler Reported Killed in Pekin Riots
Baron Von Ketteler, German minister to China, was reported killed amid the Boxer disturbances in Pekin. The message reached his wife Miss Ledyard of Michigan, who learned of the presumed death after a cable from Pekin said all was well a week earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chin Macciod Milas Ledyard
Michigan
Associated Press
Detroit
Mich
Baron von Ketterer
China
Pekin
Presley
Miss Ledyard
Gii
Ledyard
Thébarot
Warm Welcome For Republicans At Philadelphia Convention
Philadelphia prepares for the twelfth national Republican convention as delegates and clubs pour in. Decorations and events fill the city with entertainment from today through the week. News-club reporters gathered for coverage as Wolcott is named temporary chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Old Town
Associattd Press
Ana
Vinueta
Pha Phy
Academy of Music
Clibs
Wolcott
National Committee
Senaine Walrart
Boom for Elkins in a renewed vice presidential push
Philadelphia dispatch reports Senator Scott of Virginia urging an Elkins vice presidential boom with a banner and car shout. New York coverage notes Congressman Payne and Governor Roosevelt visiting Philadelphia as candidates and supporters push for party unity. Wolcott of Colorado backs Irving Scott for vice president, praising his strength and western appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Prem
Philadelphia
Scott
Wes
Virginia
National Committee
Toyself
Elkins
New York
Payne
Roosevelt
Oyster Bay
Genacor Platt
B. B. O'Dell
Republican State Committee
Cornelius N. Biasteft
Wolcott
Colorado
Irving Scott
California
Woleritt
Striking St Louis streetcar men face stalled talks
Union executives and transit company officials conduct a day of talks after a proposal from Gompers is reviewed by St Louis Transit. President Whitaker indicates no negotiations have started and strikes continue as the coroner resumes testimony on the Burkhardt shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
St. Louis
Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Whitaker
St. Louis Transit Company
Walhalla Hell
Gomspers
Uie
Transi
Election at Havana Sees Brisk Start in Local Vote
From Havana, June 16, municipal election begun at six this morning. First three hours reported fairly brisk with no trouble anticipated. Police arrangements to maintain order at polling booths are in place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erkmand
Wy Associated Press
Havana
Two Coning Weddings Announced For Upcoming June
The newspaper notes two coming weddings. Charles Berking and Mecia Derber plan a ceremony at 5 pm at the residence of William Jeanet on NT Dory Street, with Rev. E. v4. Smith officiating. JEMREE RYAN and Frank Jenrke will wed June 2 at 5 pm at the First Congregational Church parsonage, with Annie Ryan already employed in the Schriber family on Washington Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Berking
Mecia Derber
Geeur
Sp. m
William Jeanet
Dory Street
E. v4
Smith
Jemree Ryan
Jenrke
Butte Etteeh
Annie Ryan
Charles Schriber
Washington Street
Wall
First Congregational Churehy
OUTBREAK AND WAR NEWS IN TODAY'S PAPER
The edition highlights reports from China and South Africa plus cultural notes and society items. It lists figures and features including fashion, travel, mining, and church announcements with portraits and editorials throughout the 12 page issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
South Africa
London
Aes
Paris
Sandy Browd
Vanderbilt
Biltmore
Bryan
FBI
Thastirawed
Crome
Wes
New York
British activity in the Transvaal and Orange River region
London reports rapid moves as Baden-Powell advances from Rustenburg toward Pretoria and Johannesburg, with Captain Hunt er and units marching to join. Botha’s force retires, while damages to private property in Charlestown and Vollesrust are condemned by General Bulser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
War Office
Lord Roberts
Pretoris
Rustenburg
Baden- Powell
Baden-Powell
Pretoria
Huntér
Potchefstroom
Johannesburg
Jung
Builer
St. Anderson
Heidelberg
Orange River Colony
Transvaal
Bulser
Lalng
Nek
Notal Ia
Jeaders
Charlestown
Vollesrust
Croker Sails in Scandal Shadow from Liverpool Port
A ship named Vive sioaumer fucania sails from Liverpool bound for an overseas voyage. The vessel carries passenger Richard Croker whose prominence has stirred public interest amid a looming scandal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Preas
Liverpool
Righard Croker
Oshkosh Water Works Sues City Over Hydrant Fees
Dutge Birney sustains a demurrer in the Oshkosh Water Works Co versus City of Oshkosh case. The water company seeks 5145 for one quarter’s hydrant relief, a matter once decided in the city’s favor. Attorneys note this may reach the Supreme Court to challenge state legislation affecting contract obligations. appeal due in twenty days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dutge Birney
G. WW
Burnell
de Murrer
Oshkosh Water Werke Company
Oshkosh
Water Company
Joh Kinwin
Supreme Court
Theuit
Drowning scare at Waldwir E. P. Sawyer’s resort on Lake Butte des Moins
Edward Cullen and a companion nearly drowned when their skiff overturned near Waldwic resort. Mrs Chase alerted John Joy, keeper of Waldwic, who reached the capsized boat as the youths clung on. Cullen is identified as son of Edward Cutten of 359 New York Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waldwir E. P. Sawyer
Lake Butte Des Moins
Edward Cullen
Kinley Mack Wins Sheepshead Bay Stakes by Length
Kinley Mack won the Sheepshead Bay Stake today by a length. Etnethert finished second, Gulden third, with Fime clocking 2 06 4-5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prenny
New York
Kinley Mack
Sheepshead Bay
Etnethert
Gulden
Fime
Rush of Delegates to Philadelphia Convention Starts
Chicago reports a rush of Cook County Republican delegates departing by train to the Philadelphia convention. The Hamilton club leads 200 members with a stuffed elephant, followed by 240 Marquette delegates on a special train. Minnesota Wisconsin and Upper Michigan contingents depart next, while Indianapolis gathers its delegation for the journey tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Presa
Chicago
Philadelphia
Cook County
Hamillton
Ite
Nwa Ghiners
Baltimore & Ohio
Philadelahia
Young Republicans Club
North Dakota
Richard Yates
Illinois
Oh We
Hamilton Club
Balti
Ohio
Marquette
Wabash
William McKinley
Benjamin Harrison
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Nel
Upper Michigan
Oford
George’ Schneller
Hanna
Indianapolis
Ind
Indianapols
Funeral of Thomas Spalding in Oshkosh
The funeral for the late Thomas Spalding who died suddenly of angina will be Sunday at 2 30 PM from St Peter's church. Around 160 fraternity members including Ancient Order of Hibernians and Catholic Knights will march in the cortege. Pallbearers include six nephews. a private service precedes the church ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Spalding
St. Peter's Church
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Catholic Knights
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad
Oshkosh
Royal Arcanum
Royal Adelphi
High Street
Oclovk
Jailed escape thwarted by cement steel cage plan
Construction details reveal reinforced cement and steel cage work for a new jail. A concrete bed and multiple cement layers form foundations and ceilings to deter burrowing, with two cell tiers and steel floors planned. P J Marden & Bro laid the cement floor for the first tier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unis
P. J. Marden & Bro
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Baron von Ketteler
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ST. Louis Street Car Company
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Cormer Lloyd
Tidward Burkhardt
St. Luke's Hospital
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Don Haley
W. E. Cannon
Jesse A. White
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Rastenberg
Bades
Powell
Hunter Mavieg
Johennee- Durg—Baller
Croker
Lake Butte Mortis
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Lavke
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