Yang Tsun Taken by Allied Army in Pekin Campaign
Yang Tsun, the first objective point in the international move toward Pekin, was captured with about sixty American casualties. General Chaffee reported the advance on Yang Tsun, the junction of the Pei Ho and the Pekin railway, as a key step toward Pekin. The United States issued a high level demand urging China to cooperate with the relief expedition to protect foreigners and restore order.
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Pekin Legations
Chaffee
United States
Shanghai
Yang Tsun
Pet Ho
Pekin
Tien Tein
Yang Teun
Yang Tein
Frank R. Long
Ninth Infantry
Ninth United States Infantry
Fourteenth United States Infantry
Fifth
United States Artillery
Fourteenth Infantry
Terauchi
War Office of Japan
Legation
Rekin
Yang ‘Taun
War Department
Teln
Scriven
Yang Tamn
Peitgang
China
Gomer
Bim
Opon
Evry
Conver
Teave Vekio
Angie
Alva A. Adee
Department of State
Washington
State Department
Goodnow
Amoy
Root
Yang Tainle
Wuld
Robert Hart
Imperial Customs
Allies at Yang Tsun gain after dawn assault
A Chefoo dispatch to the Daily Express dated Aug 8 reports allied forces attacked Yang Tsun at dawn Monday. Chinese positions east of the river held 1,500 defenders and heavy fighting lasted four hours before the Chinese defense works fell.
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London
Yang Tsun
Daily Express
Chefoo
Tien Tsin
Hsi Ku
Wei Ho
Hel Ku
Ceneral
Dispatch from Pekin Warns of Foreign Evacuation Pressures
Paris reports a ciphered dispatch from M. Pichon, French minister in Pekin, noting that the Chinese government urges the powers to remove diplomats under escort. The message claims foreign forces may need to evacuate up to 800 foreigners including 200 women and children and 50 wounded, to prevent massacres, while a Chinese escort is deemed inadequate. The timing and transmission of the referenced cipher are unclear.
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Paris
Foreign Office
M. Pichon
Pekin
Shanghai
Bryan and Stevenson Delegation Arrives in Chicago for Campaign
In Chicago W J Bryan his wife and son with the Stevenson party Governor and Mrs Thomas of Colorado and Col John I Martin arrive by Big Four train. They head to the Auditorium for campaign talks with national committee members. A democratic address urges nationwide club organization to defend the republic and unite supporters under the Kansas City platform.
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Chicago
W. J. Bryan
Stevenson Party
Thomas
Colorado
John I. Martin
Ryan
Bryan
Joni
National Committee
Lincoln
Stevenson
Lake Minnetonka
United States
Kansas City
Andlel
Law
Friends of Government
Peiley
Dvineratheelisha
New York City
Republic
Loral
Drvan
Adlai E. Stevenson
James K. Jonns
National Democratic Committee
William Ft. Hearnt
Naonal Democratic Club
Dutch Warships Ordered to Jambi Waters in East Indies
Reported orders direct two Dutch men-of-war to the Jambi coast for a forthcoming expedition. Jambinese defenses are described as formidable with a large stock of Lee Metford and Winchester rifles imported from the British settlements.
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Vancouver
B. C
Jambi Waters
Thither
Jambinese
Rce
Btralte
Funeral for Miahop oA Healy in Portland Cathedral
The funeral of Miahop oA Healy was held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland. Archbishop Williams of Beaton and Archbishop Behesie of Montreal led the rites with many Catholic and Protestant clergy attending and over 100 priests present. Requiem high mass closed with the burial beneath the cathedral grounds.
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Portland
Miahop
Healy
Williams
Beaton
Behesie
Montreal
Willignis
Bradford Republicans Chooses County Slate In Towanda
In Towanda Pennsylvania the Bradford county Republican convention chose Arthur E. Allen and Quayne as alternates, elected county chairman, and announced the slate: FR. 8 Edmiston for state senator. J. E. Hamilton F. F. Lomax Frederick Taylor for the house. WH. W. Smith named jury commissioner. conferees L. T. Manley H. W. Tockwell G. K. D. Long B. J. Everitt Edward Smith.
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Towanda
Bratford County
Arthur E. Allen
Athens
Quayne
Canvan
Edmiston
J. E. Hamilton
F. F. Lomax
Frederick Taylor
Edward Smith
Wyalusing
Stone
Quays
United States Senate
Heat Prostrations and Deaths Spark Citywide Alarm in Philadelphia
Heatwave claims three lives in Philadelphia and triggers numerous prostrations citywide. The government thermometer atop the post office hit 42.10 degrees by 4 pm while sunlit readings soared to 120 degrees. Across the state many towns report victims and work stoppages as the heat intensifies.
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Philadelphia
Harry Boyer
John O'Brien
Easton
Samuel Nevin
Chester
Frontilla
Chicago
Populist Executive Committee Meets in Chicago
The Populist national executive committee held two sessions in Chicago with chairman Marion Butler absent and Texas member Harry Tracy also missing. They discussed Towne’s withdrawal as vice presidential candidate but did not set a date to convene the full committee. It’s noted the executive committee cannot fill the vacancy, which the national committee is expected to do, likely naming Adlai E. Stevenson as the vice presidential candidate.
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Chicago
National Executive Committee
Marion Tutler
North Carolina
Harry Tracy
Texas
Charles A. Towne
National Committee
Executive
Adlai EB. Stevenson
Civil Service Commission Warns Departments on Political Contributions
The Civil Service Commission requests department heads to issue warnings to employees about political contributions. It states public servants are under no obligation to contribute and will not face discrimination for nonparticipation. The commission vows to enforce the law and urges reports of violations with full cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Civil Service Commission
Plot to Shoot British Officers In Pretutts Arrests
A conspiratorial plan to shoot British officers and detain Lord Moberte was uncovered. Ten ring leaders have been arrested and jailed, linked to a broader compiiacy with the Jolannesturg incident as the first indication.
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London
Moberte
Jolannesturg
Springfield Runner Caldwell Wins 20 Mile Track Race
Springfield man Ava ti-Iarey Caldwell defeats Borne Bierce in a twenty mile meter paged race on the Coliseum track. Caldwell wins by 240 yards as Water Coleman and Lowen also place, with officials noting the event held at 1400 a5.
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Springfield
Man
Ava
Iarey Caldwell
Sow Hampshire
Borne Bierce
Fall River
Coliseum
Wate Coleman
Thesity
Lowen
Riverside Coal and Uke Company Incorporation in Payette
Harrisburg reports the Riverside Coal and Uke Company, based in Nicholson township, was incorporated today with capital of $4,000. The filing outlines the creation of a new corporate entity and its initial financial stake.
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Harrisburg
Riverside Coal and Uke Company
Nicholson
Payette
Leaders of Insurrection Hope for Bryan Victory
Washington dispatch reports Admiral Dewey in a Washington suburb reflects that insurgent leaders keep up hopes of Bryan’s election to sustain Philippine resistance. He warns of grave China tensions and endorses keeping Li Hung Chang under close Allied scrutiny to stabilize Pekin and coastal cities.
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NeWsax
Washington
Brooklyn Eagle
George Dewey
Bregan
Philippines
Eagle
Aguinaldo
Bryan
China
Philippine Islands
Hong Kong
Shanghai
Manila
Li Hung Chang
Down
Pekin
Panic at Funeral of King Humbert in Rome
A Rome crowd near King Humbert’s funeral coffin triggered panic as cavalry expelled the mob and guards protected the young King Victor Emmanuel III. Queen Helena and royal figures arrived in mourning while Mass and a 180-voice choir performed, the scene marked by emotion as the casket was honored atop a ceremonial carriage.
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London
Rome
Humbert
Victor Emmanuel III
Via Nazionale
Austa
Turin
Pantheon
Mer
Reggio
Genoa
Helena
Margaret
Maria la
Portugal
Mascagni
Ital
Weather and local notes headline ailing in China and a royal ceremony
The page blends weather, political notes, and a grand royal event summary. It mentions fair conditions, world affairs including ailing China and Filipino resistance to American rule, plus a ceremonial pantheon scene where the royal family and foreign princes departed for the Quirinal after a majestic ceremony.
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Lan Masters
Pantheon
Pantheor
Quirinal
Tribute to Humbert in Philadelphia Church Service
The Italian colony in Philadelphia held a funeral for King Humbert with a requiem mass at Church Magdalena tin. Admission was by card, an empty casket lay on a silvered catafalque, and the church was richly decorated. Represented were local Italian societies, foreign consuls, state and city officials, with Father Antonio Isoleri presiding. Flags across the Italian community were at half mast.
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Philadelphia
Todge
Humbert
Rome
Magdalena
Mavs
Antonio Isoleri
Starbuck Improves After Hospital Accident
Baltimore Aug 1 J Pronk Starbuck the Clevehe Ader in the hospital after the Collewum accident shows improvement. Doctors report no danger of amputation and say he will be out in about ten days to two weeks.
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Baltimore
Jolina Hoplins Hospital
J. Pronk Starbuck
Clevehe Ader
Jor
Te Collewum
Anti Quay Candidate Elected in York County
The anti Quay candidate for county chairman of the Republican committee was elected here this morning to succeed John F. Kell. The contest was spirited and closely fought as voters chose a new leadership.
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York
Robert
Male
Republian
Quay
John F. Kell
McClelland Surprises Admirers in Millvale Bout
Jack McClelland of Onburg and Kid Brroad of Cleveland staged a clash at Millvale, delivering a clever display that stunned spectators by avoiding predictable exchanges. The match drew cheers as both fighters showcased agility and timing.
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Pitubury
Jack McClelland
Onburg
Kid Brroad
Cleveland
Millvale Bonieht
Ewings
Broad
Thirteenth Regiment Inspected at Camp Hawkins
Adjutant General Stewart Inspector General Sweeney and brigade inspectors reviewed the Thirteenth at Mt. Gretna Camp Hawkins. The men polished uniforms and arms in advance while Governor Stone and staff watched a thorough, hotly kept inspection. Captain Fremont Stokes fainted from the heat during the proceedings.
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Stewart
Fremont Stokes
Camp Hawkins
Mt. Gretna
Sweeney
McDermott
Bauer
Stone
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Bishop Healy
State House Dome
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Senator Butler
Dewey
Admiral George Dewey
Mr. Bryan
Nila
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Uation
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King Humbert
Wang Tan
King Marmhert
Trumne
Kire
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Scranton
Starbuck
Anti-Quay
Weather Forecast
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