Day Situation Minsters Sale Amid Pekin Tensions
Officials in Washington Augusta and other capitals fear for minister safety as Ta Hung Chang claims allied troops cannot seize Pekin. Conger messages warn of continued legation fire while China resists foreign forces. Belgium Austria and other legations evacuated to the British legation as foreigners seek refuge.
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Ordered To Shanghai
Hoxa Koxe August 8 two detachments of Indian troops were ordered to Shanghai. Three thousand Black Flags departed Cunton for Pokin, outward movement reported today.
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Cannot Attend Encampment Amid Chinese Situation
August 8 dispatch notes Secretary Root and Adjutant General Corbin cannot attend the Pennsylvania National Guard encampment at Mount Gretna due to the seriousness of the Chinese situation. A cablegram to Consul General Goodnow conveyed the U.S. position and urged prompt action to Earl Li Hung Chang and others.
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Gale Tops Exeter Republican Caucus For Delegates
Exeter August 8 Gen Stephen H Gale won the republican caucus for delegates to the conventions defeating Col R N Elwell. The town hall was crowded with over 900 votes cast and Gale led by more than two hundred. Gale secures eight delegates.
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Bruns wick Old Home Week Parade Wins Hydraulion Record
Brunswick held an Old Home Week with a large parade featuring town societies and guests. Hydraulion of Bristol, R. I., won the engine playout with a 220 foot eight and a half inch record. Niagara of Brunswick came in second. Former Governor Chamberlain presided over the evening exercises.
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Paving Machines Crash in Charles River Race
Rostox August 8 A twenty five mile motor paced race at Charles River park ended in a grand mixup on the last lap of the second mile. Slippery track from a shower caused piling up of pacing machines. Nelson finished the second mile with Limaeh. Perea and Stinson aided others to quarters. Tub suffered a dislocated shoulder while others escaped with minor injuries.
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Pioneer Missionary Cyrus Hamlin Dies Suddenly in Pontianp
Cyrus Hamlin, noted missionary to Turkey and founder of Subarta College at Bar pool, died suddenly tonight at Dr H Marley residence after attending Oil Tome Week at Second Parish church. Born January 1 1811, he graduated Bowdoin 1831 and served over three decades in Turkey with the American Board.
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Garrison Probably Captured Near Elan River
Loxpon August 8 report says Lord Roberta fears the British garrison at Elan's river has fallen to Boers after ten days of resistance. Despatch notes De Wet crossing the Vaal, Hamilton leaving Rustenberg, Kitchener in pursuit, and gun reports as De Wet's advance guard moves.
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Warships change base as routes shift during home week
Three warships depart Portland with the Keargargo Indiana bound for Rockland and the Texas sailing to Belfast. The Kentucky and Massachusetts plan to Bath to take part in O14 Home Week celebrations. The New York stays in Portland harbor for several days before returning to Newport.
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Rebel Leaders Sold Out In Surrender Rumor
Coron Communi August 8 reports rebels surrendered after having ample arms and ammunition. A rumor claims treachery among leaders and selling the cause for 150000 dollars. Brrfast Mz August 8 notes U S Texas arrived to take part in Old Home Week events tomorrow.
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Governor Voorhees Probes Anarchistic Roots in Paterson
New York August 8 Governor Voorhees visited Paterson to investigate the anarchistic roots reported there. The visit aims to uncover local sources and connections fueling unrest as authorities tighten surveillance.
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National League Results Reported From Yesterday
The 18 games played in the National League yesterday included Pittsburgh 3 Boston 3 in Pittsburgh and Chicago 3 Philadelphia 5 in Chicago.
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Archbishop Seneta to Represent Pope at King Humbert Funeral
Rearmost August 8 Archbishop Seneta arrived to represent the pope at King Humbert's funeral tomorrow. He was received today by Cardinal Kamvola.
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State News Highlights From New Hampshire
Dover youth John O Neil aged 15 is sent to the state industrial school for four years after stealing 80 dollars and a bicycle. Rev Dr O S Taketel speaks on The General Conference of 1900 at Tedding camp ground. Nashua messenger Guy Hersey awaits trial and is committed to the fair in Manchester. Concord State fair association auto tours outlying districts as Week visitors arrive. New Hampshire pensions list shows increases for Whitney, Coirns, and Watson. Rockingham county hosts musical festival August 20 to 24 at Hampton. Marriage license issued to Josiah N Heath and Sarah M Adamson both aged in the 70s.
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Second Annual Delapoon Club Tennis Tourney Begins
The Delapoon club launches its second annual tennis tournament at Middle Streets court on Tuesday forenoon with about two dozen singles entries and roughly ten doubles teams expected.
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Amesbury Day at the Beach Draws Big Crowd in Downpour
A heavy rain could not dampen Amesbury day at Hampton where 3000 merchants and businessmen joined a lively seaside excursion. Elaborate plans, crowded electrics, and an upbeat program aimed to entertain a diverse crowd despite the weather. The item notes festive feasting and dancing after a lengthy procession of social and ceremonial acts.
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Reassian Tea and Russian Tea Practice
The piece describes how Russians brew a strong tea essence with little water and dilute it in a glass. It notes Russians rarely use sugar and often bite a piece of something while sipping. A humorous exchange follows about taking a second piece of pie to show abundance at home.
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Royal Funeral Train Leaves Monzo with Royal Party
The royal funeral train of King Humbert will depart Monzo at 4 28 tomorrow afternoon headed for the royal mausoleum. It will be accompanied by the Duke of Aosta the Count of Turin and then the Duke of Oporto in a somber cortege through the station precincts as mourners gather.
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Humbert
Monzo
Aosta
Turin
Oporto
Weather Indications for New England Note Fair Days
Wannnoton August 8 Forecase for New England calls for generally fair weather on Thursday and Friday with light to fresh south wind.
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