28 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1900
Page
1
A report notes plans to relocate most marines stationed at De Vite Lemon to a new base if needed amid rising tensions. The rest of the item covers diverse international rumors, American political hints, and regional incidents from Washington to Alaska, plus Nicaraguan and European developments and a winter weather and industry update.
The Western Society of Engineers discussed linking the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico via a portal project. James A. Levicom and E. Conley led talks as factions in Philadelphia prepared McKinley and Roosevelt nominations. Reports covered South Africa, rail bandits, trials, and various international notes.
Chinese fighting continues around Tien Tsun as allied troops clash with attackers. Reports say eight hundred Americans join a multinational force with Germans and Japanese amid heavy gunfire. A Vienna dispatch notes Li Weng Chang urged Intermediary talks and urged withdrawal of troops to Pekin while missions struggle amid invasions. Missionaries in Tien Tein reportedly executed by Boxers with several women among victims as rumors of exile and murder spread.
An armed force from South Dakota reportedly cut a channel through a river neck near Breighrs Bend in the Wicesart River, aiming to straighten the waterway and floodwaters. Residents say the 55 mile stretch would reduce spring floods and reclaim thousands of acres of fertile bottoms along the river in Union County, potentially transferring land from Nebraska to South Dakota.
The Netherlands Railway Company reports expulsion of 1,000 employees and families from the Transvaal. Dutch convoy at Louren Marques says a proclamation will send officials who refuse British transport work to Europe.
The piece catalogs Mississippi Civil War regiments and casualties at Battle of Mill Springs, Antietam, Gettysburg and others, listing killed, wounded, missing and totals by regiment. It includes notes on Confederate Congress members from Mississippi, school funding proposals, and local reunion happenings with remarks on veterans and contemporary political figures.
A navy telegram reports Americans killed and four wounded as fighting near Tien Teh intensifies. The advisory states U.S. forces, including Adm Remey, are coordinating with the Asiatic squadron and orders for immediate reinforcement and strategic relief of besieged positions.
Wheat gains this week with July wheat near 67 cents as traders speculate on future movement. Corn also climbs over three cents despite bleak crop prospects, driven by expectations of northwest acreage and corn price momentum. Market volatility keeps price forecasts uncertain.
Manila June 7 MacArthur formally answered Filipino leaders who submitted propositions earlier. He stated personal rights remain under US constitution with trial by jury and ensured lawful protections. The seven proposed settlements were reviewed and negotiations continue to determine acceptability to both sides.
A severe June rainstorm flooded rivers and streets in Indiana cutting water mains and sewer lines. Fort Wayne reported a freight train derailed by floodwaters and widespread crop losses were forecast as waters rose, threatening the valley’s corn and other crops.
A garbled report describes postal frauds and mentions teachers, students, and government staff involvement. It notes chaotic events around a June period, with references to authorities, equipment, and investigations. details are unclear due to damaged text.
Three Pismisen delegates from Utah shifted their political stance to support Hepes during the 1908 Philadelphia convention fight. Led by Kearne and Kartee Mo Lone, the group previously aligned with silver Republican interests and aided by $23,000 in contributions to the Deyneaengmlgen.
The text pieces reference political moves by May remove Van Wyck and preparations for a Masor Venu Waek investigation, plus McKinley’s nomination and a June 22 event in Hillele Witteburg Va. A major fire in Edinburgh damages Be concentrated, with 71.0 losses and insured coverage. Senator Hanna plans a summer residence near New York Hudson or Long Island Sound.
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