31 Jul 1900
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1900
Page
1
TheDispatch reports Prime Minister MacDonald’s stance as genuine amid war news. Li Hung Chang remains at Shanghai while forces prepare to advance on Pekin. Wu regards the latest developments as vindicating the Chinese government and Donger expects further dispatches soon.
Message from MacDonald reports British Legation at Pekin under continuous attack by Chinese troops from June 20 to July 16. An armistice exists since July 16 with cordons around the legation. Casualties reach 62 dead including Captain Strauss and Captain Halliday among wounded. others, including Oliphant and Warren, killed July 21. All women and children are safe inside the legation.
London and Washington report confirm Sir Claude MacDonald's dispatch on unrest in Pekin while Li Hung Chang delays travel due to heat. Officials note Conger alive prospects and Chinese minister Wu Wu expresses relief at Fowler news as reports of hostages and reinforcements spark caution.
An abbreviated note states someone has an able account to settle with different nations, implying ongoing or planned financial settlements across international entities. The fragment hints at cross border dealings or diplomatic financial arrangements without specifying parties or amounts.
Coorae McFadden the loom lightweight boxer defeated Jack O'Brien formerly of Halifax in a twenty one round bout at Madison Square Garden. The match ended in the twelfth round when O'Brien, unable to continue after a punishing display, quit as the bell rang.
In Joliet on July 20 hundreds of men returned to the I nde Stewl company merchant wells as wage talks continue. The exact wage settlement remains unclear but workers are back at their posts amid uncertain terms.
Minority stockholders in Joliet Wire Company reopened the mill after a period of idleness following a recent reorganization. They demanded removal of the old officials and installed new leadership to resume operations.
Henry C Modges of Mann Ord spoke in Chicago today urging public backing for Speaker Thomas M Moel. He said Moel will be heard on the stump this fall for political change.
The Russian cruiser Variag returned to Cramp's yard after a trial run from Boston to Nantucket. An engine cylinder failure cut the test short after seven and a half hours, but builders say speeds reached 22.6 to 24.4 knots and the board of inspection found the contract speeds met and the ship capable of well over 28 knots when fully tested.
Governor Roosevelt, after meeting with Hanna, Scott, Manley, Fries, and Gibbs, indicated he would remain a private citizen in August and may not attend a later meeting. He discussed his St Paul speech and noted talks could become campaign documents. Platt and Hanna’s talks signaled plans to carry all Republican votes in the state. Hanna praised discussions with Platt on party matters and the advisory board, noting Platt has a broken rib but remains active in politics.
The consulting engineer for the Denton and Wellaboro Railroad firm begins curve work from Ansonia toward Hinghamton as surveys continue. Company finances expected to be arranged after survey, with construction to follow within the year. The Canton and Wellsboro Railway charter received, aiming to cross Central Railroad at Ansonia and connect near the Buffalo and Susquehanna line.
Disjointed dispatch notes the president postponing the appointment of former Governor Roger Wolcott due to uncertainties in his capacity. It mentions informal talks with Wolcott and signals an expected early answer, amid unspecified international considerations.
In Harrisburg the Republican city convention nominated Colonel Honard F Cal der by acclamation for the legislature. Erra Mears headed a slate that elected eight of thirty seven delegates at Saturday’s primaries. Cal der pledged to run as an independent after the convention. Dr. Mears attended the convention and answered the roll but did not present his name.
New York on July 30 council for former boxer John L Sullivan appeared before Magistrate Mayo and stated Sullivan’s claim to the championship had been restored, asserting that former holders must surrender the title.
The release from Washington on July 20 lists pension awards including John Fenner of Lucerne County and Wallan T. Jones of Wilkes Barre. William Baller of Wilkes Barre is noted with a $32 amount.
Senator George J. Wellington of Maryland states he will oppose President McKinley in the next election but has not fixed his method. He cites opposition to imperialism and dissatisfaction with McKinley, mentions possible attendance at the Liberty Congress in Indianapolis, and notes uncertainty about supporting Bryan.
Cable reports from Jamaica and Colon recount that General Serrano arrived with 1,000 troops from Sanagilla, aiding Panama rebels who were defeated. Orcana reportedly abandons and withdraws with 7,000 government troops pursuing. Many rebels scatter to join other fronts amid mourning in Panama. Gold premium sits at 160 percent.
Paris dispatch says on June 10 the Italian government was warned that secret anarchist societies planned to kill King Humbert and four other sovereigns. An anarchist was arrested June 36 at Pontafel on the Austro-Tulian frontier and claimed he was chosen to dethrone Humbert. Humbert increased guards but protested and had them withdrawn.
A fragment describes a man allegedly plotting two deaths by gas at a home, intending harm to a mother and her children. It claims A. Auity and others intervened to save the children, but the mother died. The text blames John Lee and the Winkie elite for family turmoil.
In Fort Atkinson July residents report two locals Carrie Mo Andersen and John TL Chimmings have not seen each other for twelve years. The event occurred during a period marked by mutual blindfolding rituals as the ceremony was formed.
Lomion July 1 The Earl of Clarendon has been appointed Lord Chamberlain in Her Majesty's service to His Excellency the Governor General of the Australian Commonwealth Hopetoun. The announcement confirms a major imperial appointment in the Australian administration.
Julie Weber was today appointed postmaster at Male Crowk in Luzerne County Pennsylvania. The action was announced in the Pennsylvanian Postmasters list.
A Italian cranks tale claims Angelo Bresci acted alone in King Humbert's murder, driven by hatred for monarchy. Reports trace Bresci from Prato to Monza, with neighbors calling him quiet and harmless, while officials in Washington and Rome issue condolences and tighten security to curb unrest.
The morning news cites weather indicators for the day and reports on various topics including an ambassador to China, reactions to a royal event, an educational contest, and local crime notes. It also mentions a proposed trolley road and outlines defense in a high profile murder case with local industrial updates.
From Bethlehem in the Orange River Colony General Prinsloo capitulated with about 6000 Boer troops to Lord Roberts's forces. A July 29 dispatch confirms the surrender followed a four day armistice for peace talks and the insistence on unconditional surrender of rifles ammunition and horses.
New York reports an instant death of Mrs Nelson Phingey and Mrs Joseph Valentin after being struck by a train near Vaphunk. Mr Valentin was an elderly widower and the smother of Mrs Phingwy, who was 40 years old. Phinory's home was in Rowton. she had traveled to Wading River to spend the summer with her mother.
In London the chancellor Sir Mhteed Hicks tearh argued for authority to borrow 13 000 099 pounds as wartime financing. He proposed using war loans or Exchequer funds to support the state budget while opposing decorative proposals from opponents.
Fragmentary list mentions arrivals and rail routes across New York Liverpool Siebethland Ramburg Iron Bremen and Chonrhwurg with scattered place names and dates in a damaged transcription. Multiple unreadable segments obscure full events or meanings.
The report notes an anticipated bout between J. J. Corbett and Kid McCoy at Madison Square Garden during the last week of August after prior matchups and raids around New York.
In Jimbury Pennsylvania the Democratic county convention endorsed Rufus BR Polk for congress and Simon P Wolverton for state treasurer noting party lines.
Washington reports renewed hope that the government can directly communicate with Minister Conger in Pekin. The State Department weighs conditions for his deliverance, preferring Conger advise on safe rescue while avoiding risky Chinese escorts. General Chaffee arrives at Taku ahead of schedule.
In Lebanon Pennsylvania on a July day Otto Borscher a Pottsville detective shot and killed German tramp Ziegler during a struggle after Ziegler allegedly kidnapped the 10 year old daughter of John G Harter. Ziegler's wife and the kidnapped girl with her brother witnessed the incident. Borscher faces manslaughter charges while witnesses remain in custody.
The Grand Circuit meeting in Columbus opened with slow track conditions from overnight rain. In the 2 trot Lord Derby led early but Hay Stour overtook. details include times and heat results with Annie Thorne and Lib sensationalte among notable performances.
Foreread for Tuesday and Wednesday. Faster Pennsylvania partly cloudy Tuesday and Wednesday. Light to fresh southerly winds.
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