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Newspaper
Silverton Silvertonian
Location
Silverton, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 14, 1900
Page
2
A London report from Jed Roberts describes British military actions around Pretoria and Rustenburg with casualties on both sides. The text then argues Canada’s loyalty to the empire, noting strong British identity among Canadians and opposition to annexation or union with the United States.
A New York group forms the National Continental Union League urging a political union with Canada. The resolutions reaffirm the Monroe doctrine, oppose European encroachment, and envision Canada joining the continent while preserving freedom of action. The piece suggests the idea is impractical given imperial developments and rail diplomacy.
In Mariba, Menefee county, deputy U S Marshal Howard Wilson was killed and Tip Day and Joseph Ruth fatally injured during a chase for Day, wanted in Virginia on charges including alleged internal revenue violations. Wilson and Stamper were shot by Day and Bush as the pursuit ended near Mariba.
Fire at Elder Dempster & Co sheds in Liverpool d ocks sets palm oil ablaze. Flames reach the steamers Benguela Ronny and Orona but all aboard vessels are towed to safety and fires on board are extinguished.
At Stamford Bridge the Amateur Athletic Association meet opened with about fifty American athletes competing against British and other international stars. Bennett won the mile in 4 28 15, with Grant third from the University of Pennsylvania. Tewksbury Duffy and Lindsay won their 100 yard heats in the games. England defeated America 8 to 2 in the Hurlingham polo match.
Cambridge was all out for 392 runs in the first innings of the annual Oxford-Cambridge cricket match as reported by Associated Press from London dated July 7.
Sanitary Officer Long announces a $2 annual dog tax due starting July 1. A fresh supply of license tags is available, and untagged dogs found at large will be impounded. If not redeemed within 48 hours, impounded dogs will be shot.
The mayor received a telegram from Major R Drummond, Governor General's Secretary, stating Lord Minto and Lady Minto thank Rossland citizens for the invitation and hope to visit around the first week in September, though the exact date is not fixed.
Conference committees from the Silver Republicans Democrats and Populists met and agreed on a united campaign plan. An advisory triad from the three parties was named to push fusion of state and congressional tickets in each district.
Mrs. Egerton English lady who did nursing work in Dawson City carried out an original plan in London to show the Canadian Pacific Railway scenery and the continental service to English readers. The gesture gratified CPR people and aimed to share experiences along the CPR line.
Mrs. Egerton dressed as a Canadian panorama won a originality prize at Covent Garden. The costume featured C P R trains in motion, Lake Ontario, Lake Superior, the Rocky Mountains and a rail rush through northwest ravines. A banner bore the coats of arms of Canada’s provinces revealing Canada to London audiences.
A reader recalls Kru ger and asks about a Dominion day plans for 2000. The Nome News notes about 8000 arrivals by June 16, saying Nome is a mining country with more traders than miners and that mining development is needed for trade growth.
Hoenig calls England’s Pretoria success the greatest in its history as Lord Roberts moves with heavy guns for siege operations. Roberts’ caution and preparation enabled quick bombardment potential, while Britain’s army is deemed the only tested force on earth ready to subdue the Boers with minimal bloodshed. The Free State and Transvaal are seen nearing submission and peace.
A man believed to be John R. Band of Toronto jumped from the Pennsylvania road ferry Philadelphia in midstream at 12 45 this morning and was drowned.
From London to Yokohama dated July 9 reports: Admiral Bruce cites grounds to believe Prince Ching's army protects Pekin legations against Prince Tuan and the Boxers. Telegraphs from Shanghai say two Pekin legations remain safe as rebels attack, imperial troops guard but face shortages. Dispatches note forces moving to China and renewed fighting near Tien Tsin.
July 7 report notes Rotterdam dock laborers strike rising as a potential threat to loading operations. Officials monitor developments while workers press for demands and wage concessions.
Police and marines guard streets while pickets seal off town approaches. Strikers avoid joining the protest. laborers from Rotterdam plan a mass meeting tomorrow to discuss aiding the strike.
Associated Press reports a first break in Chicago’s hot wave with heavy rain last night. Weather officials say relief is temporary as heat is forecast to return today. Deaths from the heat reach 12 with 20 prostrations, several in serious condition.
London July 9 The annual National Rifle association meeting at Bisley opens in fine weather but entries are down nearly 30 percent due to absence of top shots in South Africa and vexatious council rules. Canada is the sole British dependency well represented.
Special to the Recoko reports Victoria dated July 7 that H M S Arethusa is ordered to depart for China on Wednesday. The Tartar has been chartered to carry troops.
Cablegram from Pekin expresses gratitude for condolence over the murder of a representative. Emperor William acknowledges shared interests binding civilized nations. Canton Ohio reports the dispatch dated July 7.
De Gerald Freeman of Dublin Ireland, aboard the Allan liner Carthagenian inbound to Halifax, jumped overboard as the ship entered harbor at midnight. Freeman hailed from a prominent Dublin family.
July 7 Ottawa bakers vote to raise bread prices due to higher flour and sugar costs. The move reflects rising input expenses impacting daily essentials in the city.
Citizens in eastern regions protest Chinese restrictions and share neighborly experiences to shape views. The Boxer lodges push sliced missionary trends while Bishop McEvoy demands Catholic separate schools in Ontario, risking Laurier’s political maneuvering. A hopeful sign shows vice royalties in southern provinces opposing the anti foreign government that triggered the Pekin massacre.
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