China Crisis Lingers as Powers Hammer Policy Walls
Washington reports a waiting stance amid vague Pekin news and no confirmed war declaration. Britain and Russia back Li Hung Chang credentials while Germany objects. U S accepts them for now. Dispatch tampering suspicions grow as cables from Pekin reach Washington with delays and possible Chinese interference.
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Li Hung Chang
China
Washington
Cabnet
Pekin
Germany
Great Britain
Russia
Earl Li
Ciermany
Unit
United States
Japan
Germiny
Isut
Telegraph Delays From Pekin Reported By Associated Press
London August 29 The long delay in forwarding telegrams from the Chinese capital continues. The latest dispatch from Pekin by the Associated Press special correspondent notes continued interruptions in cable service delaying news from the capital.
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London
Pekin
Associated Proas
Where is Li Hung Chang whereabouts in 190?
State Department has no notice of plans to interfere with Li Hung Changs movements. Reports from Taku about keeping Li under surveillance reflect past incidents, not current actions. Li Hung Changs location remained uncertain as foreign naval forces assist Shanghai.
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Washington
State Department
Li Hung Chang
Taku
Pekin
Admiral Remey
Admiral Kempf
Lil
Shanghai
Wen
Sarl Li
The Irrepressible Croker To Stump The Irrepressible Croker To Stump
New York report from the Hoffman House says Richard Croker plans to stump after the state convention. He hints at speaking briefly on topics including trust and duty to warn the young men.
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New York
Hoffman House
Richard Croker
Woman Floats 750 Miles Alone in Alaskan Wilds
Mrs Hewitt wife of Dr Hewitt a Chicago physician endured an Alaska voyage down the Korukuk river lasting 710 miles. She spent a winter in a Dawson cabin hunted moose survived on meat built a raft and endured peril reaching the Yukon after twenty six days. She was rescued by a steamer and may still face lingering hardships.
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Tacomas
Wash
Hewitt
Chicago
Alaskan
Noate
Korukuk
Nome
Dawson
Crothers
Pittsburg
Fort Hamlin
Mra Hewitt
Yukon
Republican Conference in Tawishown Ratifies Nominees
At the Republican convention in Tawishown multiple county leaders were unanimously endorsed. James W. Melin of Energy County was named candidate for state office, with plans for a fusion slate in the county to oppose the Republican ticket and form a county organization.
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Fterlay
Thad M
Mahon
Franklin
Dames
Meliin
Conger Guests Arrive at Tien Tsin After Pekin Trip
Fifty Americans reach Tien Tsin from Pekin, including Misses Condit Smith Woodward and Paine. The party toured Japan and China with Mrs. Conger and Miss Woodward. Lieutenant Waldron injured by sniper fire at Hoshirup as European powers push troops toward Pekin. Maryon dit-Smith tied to Miss Woodward. sister married to General Leonard Wood.
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Taku
Condit-Smith
Woodward and Paine
Pekin
Commissary
Tong Ku
Waldron
Ninth United States Infantry
Hoshirup
Washington
Mira Woodward
Tien Tam
Mia. Woodward
M. S. Woodward
Manger
Western Adjustment Company
Conger
Mia
Miss Woodward
Bvanston
Japan
China
Maryonditt-Smith
Young Farmer Shoots Himself Outside Home in Kentucky
Cynthiana Kentucky August 28 Harry Webster 22 a farmer living one mile from town attempted suicide with a pistol after long sadness over his sweetheart moving to Covington He drew a weapon and shot himself just below the heart then collapsed unconscious near his sweetheart as she pleaded with him to stop
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Cynthiana
Harry Webster
Mwe
Covington
McKinley Will Not Speak Arouse Voters In 1896 Campaign
President McKinley has decided to refrain from addressing nationwide audiences and appealing to voters directly. He considers it improper to use phonographs or similar devices to broadcast his message. Meanwhile Mr. Bryan has agreed to speak into graphophones, allowing supporters to hear him by turning a crank.
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Washington
McKinley
United States
Pryan
Middle-of-the-Road Populists Plan Texas Alabama Georgia Wins
Chicago August meeting of the national committee of not Widheads toad Popialiets approves opening national headquarters at Loule Fille Middleoal the Road to elect two congressmen in Texas two in Alabama and one in Georgia Chairman Marker predicts 1,000,000 votes.
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Chicago
National Committee
Loule Fille
Plague Deaths Prompt Glasgow Quarantine Clampdown
In Glasgow city a new plague death was reported with quarantine ordered for forty families. Health officials placed one mile of containment and intensified public surveillance as the disease continues to affect the community.
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Glasgow
Scotland
No More Cavalry for China United States Regiment Diverted
The First United States Regiment of cavalry arrived at Kole and was en route to China but was diverted to Manila, Washington August 2. The tired troops, part of the First, were redirected to Manila as the mission shifted.
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China
United States
Manila
Washington
Aus
Staties
Kole
Duyilin
Chima
Arrest of Anarchist Leader Reported in Carrara Dispatch
A Rome dispatch to the Pore Men states that an anarchist leader was arrested at Carrara on suspicion of plotting against King Victor Emmanuel II. The report notes alleged conspiracy details and possible political motives behind the arrest.
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Rome
Carrara
Victor Ein Thaneel
Prince Rulpha Heir to Corean Throne Enters Washington College
San Francisco reports Prince Rulpha heir Arnot to the Corean throne has arrived in Washington to begin college study. He plans to enroll at a local university and pursue education in preparation for duties at home.
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Washington
San Francisco
Rulpha
Arnot
Fortified call for new elevation law in Kentucky debate
An unclear Kansan style note from Frankfort reports Governor Borkham backing a proposed elevation law. The measure seeks broader public input and changes to the current statute, with many citizens reportedly displeased by the status quo and urging reform.
Church Supper Ends in General Fight in London Ky
A charity supper near London Kentucky ended in a chaotic brawl as guests and attendees clashed. Women and men tussled, chairs overturned, and crowding toward exits created a disorderly scene as the event broke up.
Census Figures Show Population Shifts Across Cities
The census bureau reports Boston and San Francisco population figures with notable changes. Boston reaches 448,007, up about 25.07 percent, while San Francisco lists 002,782 with gains over prior estimates.
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Washington
Cena
Boston
Mas
Ermeny Bureau
Cotsad
San Francisco
Roosevelt's Tour Across Key States Begins Soon
Chicago August 28. Announced on departure from Chicago October 4 the Republican presidential candidate will deliver speeches in South Dakota North Dakota Montana Utah Wyoming Colorado Kansas Nebraska and Iowa before returning to Indiana and other states.
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Chicago
Wittensin
South Dakota
North Dakota
Muntana
Mahe
Utah
Wyoming
Colorado
Kutsay
Nebrogias
Towa
Filmosa
Indiana
Alabama’s Fast Run Sets Speed Trial Record
The United States airship Aishama completed an official speed trial today off Boston achieving an average speed of 17 knots.
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Boston
Aug
United States
Latilrahip Aishama
Highwaymen in Denver Hold Up Car in Saloon Car
Dr Joseph Barnett and Mic Flore Metta of Pinver were robbed in a saloon while driving. Imaginel Men restrained them and took over seven thousand dollars in cash and diamonds. Police report indicates ongoing investigation into the armored robbery.
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Pinver
Joeph Barnett
Mic Flore M. Metta
City
Salvon
Imaginel
Wheedi
Call
New York Senator Manna Plans Campaign Stop Next Week
New York Senator Manna will depart the city on Wednesday of next week to embark on a campaign tour, with plans to remain through the duration of the drive. He aims to bolster support and engage voters during the period.
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New York
Manna
Powpet
Norristown Convention Confirms Unopposed Harket Victory
In Norristown Pennsylvania on Avenue 24 the Republicsy somnty convention held today reported no opposition as the full Heket achieved unchallenged victory.
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Norristown
Grand Army Parade Draws Thirty Thousand Veterans in Chicago
Four hours and twenty minutes of marching along Michigan Avenue featured the Grand Army of the Republic parade during the 34th annual encampment. Commanders Shaw Miles Sickles and others observed as Charles Beckwith collapsed and died in line. the event concluded with social reunions and an informal memorial reception at Memorial Hall.
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Chicago
Grand Army of the
Repubtle
Farade
Association of Veterans
Washington
Army
Army of Veterans
Michigan Avenue
Nelson A. Miles
Shaw
Daniel H. Sickles
Joseph BE
Wheeler
Harrigan
Puke DY Avons
Charles Beckwith
Almonren
Michigan
Madixon Street
Maarshal J. He. Wood
Second Infantry
Iliness National Guard
T. J. Stewart
Warder
Tanner
Mavor Marrison
Harper
Lafayette Post
No. 140
New York City
Allan C. Tinkewell
Tuinlel
Slickles
Columbia Port
New York
Grand Army
Columbian Post
Bishop Fallows
Memorial Hall
Women's Belieft Corps
Knights of Pythias Parade Dazzles Detroit Crowd
The military division of the Order of Knights of Pythias held its biennial parade in Detroit drawing a large crowd. About 9000 uniformed Knights and musicians marched five miles, with Ohio leading in numbers and contingents from Indiana Pennsylvania Michigan and others. Suprem e Chancellor Sample reviewed the line and Major General Carnahan dismissed the march.
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Detroit
Order of Knights of Pythias
Sample
Carnahan
Ohio Brigade
Indiana
Pennsylvania
Tingle
Michigan
Supreme Lodge
Ex Presidents Appointed to Arbitration Board
The United States acts to show good faith under the Flague treaty by forming an international board of arbitration. President McKinley asked former Presidents Harrison and Cleveland to appoint members, with four appointees per nation and four more seats to be filled soon.
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McKinley
International Arbitration Board
Washington, Ave
United States
Harrison
Cleveland
United States Volunteer Association Formed in Chattanooga
The United States Volunteer association formed in Chattanooga Tenn with over 200000 expected members. Colonel Richard Henry Bare of New York, veteran of the Cu lan campaign, elected president. The group aims to mirror Spanish War orders and accepts all who served in the regular or volunteer army navy or marine corps without local camp membership.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
United States Volunteer Association
Richard Henry Bareage
New York
Battalion of Engineers
Indiana Pa Political Conference Ends In Ballots
In Indiana Pennsylvania August 40 delegates from the Twentieth district convened to nominate a successor to Hon. 8 M dhuck. Eleven ballots were taken with no result and the conference adjourned to meet again tomorrow.
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Indiana
Trentetine
M. Dhuck
SM. Jack
Jimes Gi
Beale
Silt Am
Mary Fy Stance
Talien
Finetiont
Gewin
Ofelick
Arrival and sailings through New York harbor distorted by OCR
Unclear OCR text lists several ships arriving and sailing in New York with mixed spellings and place names. Mentions Plymouth, London, and various routes from New York via Le Havre and other ports, but many terms are garbled.
Siege Battery Not Needed In Navel Dispatch
Correspondence to General Chaffee notes Yealeye battery moved from Manila to Nagasaki and then to Ching if required. The war equipment office received a cable patch stating the battery is not needed.
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Waoehington
Chaffee
Yealeye
Manila
Nagasaki
Exposition Centered Funds Tied to Centennial Effort
St Louis report notes a cornepambonne from Varis imiiiates the cortilnty of securing weirs for the West exhibit at the Dewislang centennial imbiedt. A portion of the 85 000 100 legal guarantee fund has been cubeyriled, with details unclear due to OCR errors.
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St. Louis
Dewislang
Snake in Her Bed Sturon Pas Awe Mabel Walder Wakes
Mabel Walder of a tiny town in Pas Awe was awakened by a peculiar noise in her bed chamber. Her father was alerted and they found a cluttered scene near a spring where someone had hidden. The incident reads as a puzzling household mystery with no clear culprit identified.
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Sturon
Mabel Walder
Myr
le Springs
Reguliliona campaign opens in West Virginia
In Wheeling West Virginia a campaign begins here on September 6 with supporters including Senator 2.0 and local officials Benatens Voge Bollinur Co F Willig General O Howard and J Higinpten Hoge. The event marks the start of a statewide effort with planned appearances in multiple cities.
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Wheeling
W. Va
Buerows
Benatens Voge and
Bollinur
F. Willig
General O
Howard and
J. Higinpten Hoge
Despondent man ends life after drink trouble
Charles Lathrop a thirty four year old resident of Bryn Mawr from Lewiston Maine sought alcohol treatment unsuccessfully. After sinking into despondency and threatening to stop drinking he bought a 32 calibre revolver in Philadelphia and shot himself in the temple near Bryn Mawr hospital dying before help could arrive.
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Bryn Mawr
Charles McCarthy
Thirop
Lathrop
Lewiston
Wisco
Lin Ant
Atlantic City
Luithrop
Bunday Nicht
Yesteriny
Penn House
Philadelphia
Alexander Sheriff
Bryn Mawr Hospital
Chaffee Plans to Hold Fifteen Thousand Men All Winter
From Tien Tsin to Taku report General Chaffee prepares to maintain fifteen thousand troops through the winter. Fifteen American wounded marines reached the area after slow progress to Pekin. A large batch of refugees is expected tomorrow.
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Cyperielet
Acearigtad Trem
Tien Tsin
Taku
Pekin
Chaffee
McKinley Expected to Win Largest Presidential Vote
Senator Scott sanguine predicts President McKinley will garner the largest vote ever cast. Washington reports the statement from Sunatar of West Virginia, asserting broad public support for McKinley’s 1900 campaign.
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McKinley
Washington
Aine
Sunatar Sentt
West Virgins
Faithful Shepherd Dog Protects Boy During Storm
In Walea Nebraska an elder and a shepherd dog shielded a boy during a violent storm. The dog kept watch as the child, a year old, was swept away but later found under an oak bank soaked but alive. The faithful animal remained by the child until rescue.
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Walea
Balta
Choynski Fails To Fight Amid Illness On Broadway
New Yorks Cho ynski unable to fight after stomach trouble and hic attack at about seven oclock. Doctors forced him to withdraw as the bout was to be staged on Broadway. Co nerell and Maher were named opponents in the planned match.
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New Yorke
Peter Maher
Joe Co
Fortude
Mob violence claims life in Charlotte incident
A Black man was fatally harmed by a mob in Charlotte, South Carolina. The report notes escalating tension and alleges involvement of local groups. Police have opened an investigation and are seeking witnesses to the events at Foretity.
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Charlotte
S.C
Nero
Foretity
Ole
Local News Briefs and Political Notes
Part cloudy morning with routine updates across regions. Senator Darin faces campaign pressure as local conventions provoke debate amid ongoing community and industrial world coverage. Woman killed by an express train is reported in local notices.
Powder for Philippines shipment leaves port via Suez Canal
United States transport Arethie to Cavite and China stations departs from League inland navy yard carrying supplies and 4000 tons of ammunition destined for the Aulatlo meet through the Suez Canal.
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Philadelphia
United States
League Inland Navy Yard
Cavite
China
Suee Canal
Strike Held in Abeyance for Ten Days
Rev Father Phillips appeals to miners to act with restraint and urges continued efforts toward an amicable adjustment. The report includes the scale committees, full text of the resolutions adopted, and Scranton Board of Trade plans a special meeting.
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Father Phillips
Scranton Board of Trade
Hazleton Coal Miners Face Strike Threat After Demands
Hazleton Pa August 98 The United Mine Workers threaten a strike by 146 60 miners if operators refuse to meet demands from the Scale and resolutions committees. A national convention asked the executive board in Indianapolis to order a strike if no amicable wage powder and grievance settlement is reached by September 6. President Mitchell said the board would likely act in favor after a timely decision.
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Hazleton
United Mine Workers
Mine Workers’ Organization
National Executive Board
Indianapolis
Mitchell
Father Phillips urges moderation before miners strike
Morning session reviewed the sense committee report but deferred action. Rev Father Phillips of St Gabriel's Church addressed delegates urging calm and nonviolent means, proposing union leaders meet nonmember workers to present grievances and seek remedies with operators.
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Sense Committee
Mitchell
Father Phillips
St Gabriel's Church
Scale committees demand abolition and wage reforms in mining districts
A fragmented report outlines demands to abolish the present system, set wage scales, and liberalize pay for miners. Districts No 1 2 7 9 feature proposals on tonnage payments, job protections, and contracted pay rates, with references to labor council actions and the need for semi monthly wages.
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