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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1900
Page
2
A collage of 19th century items covers rapid transit in Paris delivered by pneumatic tubes, British royal family losses, bank consolidations in Chicago, rails and trolley line growth, a worker school in Cincinnati, French cars to Africa, and projections of vast future populations. It also cites pension payments, lightning effects on trees, gold production figures for 1899, and remarks on American soldiers in China.
A telegram from Minister Conger, received by Secretary Wu, reports that the Chinese government urged immediate departure of foreign ministers from Beijing but warned they could not quit their posts. The note claims Chinese authorities will escort only with adequate force, denying Chinese citizens, including women and children, access to safety. The situation features ministers united in staying, with no action planned until governments instruct otherwise.
Washington Aug 10 The state department released the latest note from the Chinese government delivered by Acting Secretary to Minister Wu. It pledges full compliance with the president's terms and requests immediate permission for free communication with foreign powers. The dispatch analyzes imperial protection for missionaries and civilians in Pekin and urges unified action to safeguard interests during the expedition.
A garbled message from New York cites Secretary Long on China policy. It argues against territorial expansion and favors identity recognition, while warning that aggression could amount to a declaration of war if a country threatens the nation.
Remains of King Humbert arrive by train in Kona amid a long procession to the Pantheon. A church official presides as the casket is moved through mud and heavy mourning, with a crowd watching the solemn route and officials from Chickasaw regions noted in the procession.
London reports pilots and troops moving toward Pekin from the north and naval forces to Shanghai as the French protect the Shanghai settlement. Annamite troops to defend Shanghai. Canton beheadings of pirates noted. Russian forces await word on Admiral Mexereff.
Reports from New York state mention a visit by Kimpire of Chicago and a tense election climate around the Imperialist League convention in New York. The piece also notes a variety of local political and legal updates across several states, including jail escapes and notable marriages.
Jomen Allison, a Wichita man and Kansas commissioner at the js exposition, writes home complaining his official duties force unwonted attire. He laments wearing a plog hat, a Prince Albert coat, patent leather shoes and gloves, instead of a simple one gallus style.
The report trails named engagements and casualty figures from early battles around Wei Ho and Yong Tas, detailing Allied and Japanese moves, fortifications, and captured matériel. It cites partial cables from Che Foo and Chaifee, with references to Chinese troop numbers and American observers noting allied advances and casualties.
An interview with Admiral Dewey portrays cautious optimism about the Philippine situation and warns against underestimating China. He asserts naval power near Hong Kong and Manila can stabilize coastal cities, while condemning Turkish actions in Armenia and noting Dutch-like restraint amid regional turmoil.
Fragmented OCR text discusses dye laws digestion and health effects. Mentions medicines like Pino's Cure for cough and various unnamed products. Contains garbled phrases about a restaurant, unions, and a slogan heavy on questionable claims.
Letter from Crana Gates of Johns P. O. Mississippi dated Oct 6 1890 recounts years of ill health and severe pain then recovery after using Lydia E Pinkham’s Veget able Compound. Gates praises the physician and hopes to publish the letter and advice.
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