Russians Pressed as Tien Tsin Fights Escalate
Reports from Washington and London on July 11 describe heavy fighting around Tien Tsin as Russians and Japanese forces press, with German, British, and French units involved. Dispatches note large chinese assaults, evacuations of foreign families, and empress Dowager’s renewed control amid chaotic scenes.
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Tien Tein
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Ondon
Chinese Imperial Decree Acknowledges Foreign Troop Roles
Cable from Wu to Hay claims the Chinese government bears responsibility for the Boxer turmoil and notes foreign troops were allowed into Beijing for legation protection. It argues misbehavior by Chinese forces and mobs escalated the crisis, with assurances that authorities will crack down on those threatening diplomats and Christians.
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Hay
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Tuks
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Fret
Ulentor
Pas Teollad
Tina Tein
Tanng-Li-Yamen
Chinese offensive across river cited in disjointed report
The fragmentary text describes Chinese troops moving across a river toward a weak point, with British and French artillery and allied forces delivering fire as Chinese infantry attacks continued. The report notes a more capable Chinese commander and ongoing artillery exchange, with further details obscured by garbled OCR.
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Lincoln Day Rally Advances Democratic Ticket in Nebraska
A massive July 11 gathering in Lincoln showcased Bryan, Stevenson, and Towne as top advocates for the fusion of Democratic, Populist, and Silver Republican forces backing Bryan and Stevenson. About fifteen thousand attended, with afternoon and evening meetings highlighting platform clarity and calls to restore power to the people. Bryan praised American citizenship and warned against wealth-driven governance while Towne outlined monetary and reform themes, stressing a return to Washington and Jeffersonian principles. Stevenson attended the evening event, receiving strong support as Bryan’s guest and ally.
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Webster Day
South Africa
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Jefferson
Porto Rico
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Epworth Leaguers Stir Politics at Biennial Meet
A thousand Epworth League delegates gathered in Peoria for the sixth biennial session with hundreds more from Chicago Decatur and southern Illinois. Fraternal greetings were exchanged as Dr W L Crawford and others spoke on program items. Politicking surfaced as John Farson urged telegraphed greetings to President McKinley, prompting debate on keeping church events free of politics. Alfred Dixon actively canvassed for the presidency amid factional tension.
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Chicago Methodist Social Union
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Jones
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Macomb
van Pelt
Bandits Loot Express Car Near Wickliffe
Paducah Kentucky July 11 Six bandits held up an Illinois Central fast train near Wickliffe blew the express safe secured 10000 and escaped into Missouri. A posse with bloodhounds in pursuit passengers uninjured. Boston July 11 Judge Colt appointed a receiver for the Massachusetts Real Estate company tied to a Maine corporation with alleged real estate value of 25921.
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Desperadoes Catch, Outlaw Fight Ends in Fatalities
At Glencoe Indian Territory a US marshal killed and three desperadoes mortally wounded after a long gun battle on the Arkansas river bend. The outlaw band had stolen cattle from the reservation and were transporting them toward a railroad point when deputies engaged them. One outlaw leader and another were killed, the remaining suspect captured.
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