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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1900
Page
2
A collage of global notes appears including New York population estimates and bank welfare, Sweden’s king and Queen Victoria, a London famine cue, and various colonial and naval topics. The item catalogues varied quotations and encounters with royalty, wars, and industrial plans. It references public notices, economic changes, and evolving transportation discussions.
A U S letter relayed to Senator Pettigrew from a Filipino commander describes an offer to ally with the United States against Spain and to secure Philippine independence. It recounts talks with Admiral Dewey, the American fleet, and the Filipino leadership about wartime cooperation and future self rule.
Telegram from Cape Town dated July details a British raid and railroad and telegraph disruption by Taly 2t Gen TeWethan and 100 Highlanders. It reports enemy movements along the Rondewant line and a relief force, with Pretoria and central commands coordinating.
The article describes talks on an appeal by the Chinese government concerning the Witt Act. It notes government readiness to proceed, with publication of the test case nearing readiness and potential involvement of foreign ministers in Pekin.
Dispatches from foreign agents questioned the genuineness of Conger’s relief mission. Secretaries defended the expedition, while a jail breakout in Missouri drew sheriffs into a tense scene as a young prisoner faced a lengthy sentence. Reports from Paris and Washington touched on Cochran and McKinley politics, military recuperation efforts in Hawaii, and postmaster general resignations.
A July report describes a direct appeal to President McKinley by Chinese envoys, outlining efforts to extricate China from danger after great power pressure. Chicago dispatches note Duke of Arcot and Spanish Minister in the city, while Confederate veteran Tippe remains among attendees. Nearby items report natural gas found in Shelby Township and a large oil land lease near Columbus. A streetcar crash in Niles injures about forty, with several in critical condition and cause undetermined.
A garbled Washington letter exchange recounts alleged statements about Admiral Dewey and the Philippines. It cites supposed conversations with Senator Pettigrew and others, claiming Dewey denied certain questions while views on independence and the Manila campaign are discussed amid questions of authenticity and source credibility.
Fragmentary notes describe an urgent search for an explosion and public warnings amid tensions among major powers. Reporters reference movements toward Washington and talk of Chinese actions and global balance as authorities seek to prevent a broader conflict.
The report outlines final year figures for the postal service with totals and key volume metrics. It notes substantial figures for postage options, letter mail, and related categories, highlighting overall activity and valuation across departments.
A fragment from a historical wire service notes expected remarks by Senator Nae Ahan Th Sort and mentions other political figures and events. It references travel plans of Senator Hanna and a Manila gathering, plus a fatal gas explosion in North Franklin Street.
The Chinese minister in London engaged in renewed diplomacy as authorities prepare a major marines deployment in the area. Reports say the move aims to restore order amid lawless elements, with U S support and high level talks underway.
United States officials discuss extending or altering consent for Cuba policy. Debate centers on whether Cuba should become a free country within a set period and the US rights to intervene if commitments are not met. Washington officials weigh implications for future relations and potential action.
In Monlcn a week saw 200 soldiers killed or wounded amid a mutiny scare as Captain Hoberts leads a force toward safety. A detachment guards the area while a parole is issued for a captive officer. In Ohio a separate tragedy reports a man killed by his brother in Kentucky, with two officers arresting the suspect. A Cleveland foreign mission fundraiser gathers $10,000 as overseas ties are noted.
El Reno items report a shooting at Union nine miles south where Jim Kennedy was shot by Asa Johnson after a dispute at Johnson’s saloon. Johnson died later. Kennedy was wounded in the melee. Authorities describe the event as a fatal brawl with lingering territory concerns.
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