30 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1900
Page
1
Lonnox reports that Mr. Broderick declared at Themcombe that Great Britain will not depart from its line of action in Chinese affairs. Britain aims to protect its interests and bear its share of the white man's burden, resisting demobilization as other powers settle the dispute. The Morning Post notes Britain’s reluctance to cede influence.
Reports from Hong Kong and London detail rising chaos as bandits loot Canton amid a Formosan exodus toward the city. British officials speculate Li Hung Chang's whereabouts, suggesting possible return to northern China and pressure on Pekin while the foreign office notes constant contact with Li in Shanghai.
Dager Loxpon reports at 2:30 Bree on August 30 that a plan to avoid burning fingers was demonstrated or discussed.
The longest cabinet meeting in years ended at 9:30 PM after nearly twelve hours of continuous session and a one hour recess. It focused on China policy and its implications, leading to a document to be sent abroad though the exact contents remain undisclosed.
A German official told an Associated Press correspondent it is premature to settle the China issue. He said the Chinese government cannot be trusted to implement reforms and would not govern China alone or with others, while open to penalties for Chinese outrages and loyal viceroys in the south. Reports from Berlin and Washington note unrest in Shanghai and a possible leadership change in China, with General Chaffee set to be promoted and diplomacy ongoing over Boer-British tensions.
Sir Thomas Lipton told The Daily Telegraph at Queens Town that his new boat for the America's Cup would be named the Shamrock. He denied plans to race under Cork club colors.
Admiral Watson aboard the cruiser Baltimore left Greenock for home today progressing home after retirement from the Asiatic station. The Baltimore is expected to reach New York on September 10.
The navy department believes the Alabama can exceed standard trial speeds when pushed to the limit after a record run. The department formally accepts the battleship Konrearge which has been in commission for several months.
Census Bureau reports Boston now has 560,492 residents, up 112,415 since the last count. The city’s growth exceeds 25 percent over the decade, placing Boston among the nation's five largest cities.
Brooklyn lost to Philadelphia by 0 to 8 at Brooklyn while Boston defeated New York 6 to 5 at Boston. Chicago beat St Louis 6 to 5 at Chicago.
A local advertisement proclaims our Oxfords as the handsomest and easiest to wear, highlighting their up-to-date style and comfort for daily use.
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