Peking Ambiguity Amid International Tension Worsens
Amid German and British dispatches Tokyo and Washington report no US participation in the Taku bombardment. Rumors swirl of Japan restoring order as China faces potential Boxer activity near Chin-Ing and Chefoo. Officials warn of dangers to legations in Peking and rising anxiety among consulates.
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Revolt in Western China and foreign intervention reported
Long dispatch from Shanghai notes revolts spreading in western China with native regiments joining. News cites Shanghai reports that Beijing fears a widening uprising as Taku forts fall and Chinese forces, including Seng Ching and Yung Po Slang, suffer heavy losses. Cable service disruptions threaten new lines of communication with Shanghai as Li Hung Chang is summoned to Peking.
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Bloomington Calamity Railfire Devastates Town Center
A devastating blaze in Bloomington Alabama destroyed much of the business district around the courthouse square. The courthouse and surrounding commercial blocks suffered extensive damage, with the post office and government building spared. Firefighters fought the blaze into a long night, with reported loss of life unconfirmed. Nearby, a murder suspect Harry Shoemaker was arrested in Kentucky, and notable deaths include Senator Beveridge’s wife in New York. A Knox College student Otie Fox and society figure Ning Willcox were killed in a train incident in Galesburg.
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Insurgent Leaders Surrender Trials of Filipino War
Washington reports Gen Grant's forces and Gen MacArthur's units scored key captures in the Philippine insurgency. Gen Cavestany, a guerrilla leader, surrendered. Corbin notes major leaders are moving toward Manila to accept American supremacy. In Manila area fights near Samignet, captures and scattering of rebels occurred with minimal U.S. casualties. Weekly scouting north of Manila yielded 60 insurgents killed and 2 captured with rifles surrendered. major operations near Tarlec and Papaya involved heavy actions by Funston and Grant units.
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