Russian aims in China echo U S policy report
The State Department releases a Chinese correspondence dated August 28 1899 outlining Russia's territorial aims in China and urging joint action with other powers to secure peace. It states Russia seeks equal trade and protection for foreign life and property with withdrawal from Pekin after a successful settlement and new treaties.
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Bey
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Pekin
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Americas
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Washington
Britain Cautious on China Policy Seeks No Electorate Shock
London reports noncommittal Downing Street stance on Washington note while British ministers plan to prepare for possible actions in the Far East. Broderick’s vague remarks hint Britain defense of interests as tensions rise in China and South Africa. Journal notes naval buildups, troop dispositions, and Canton’s anti-Taiping movements amid imperial pressures.
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England
Batilon
Killing of Thomas Jones Ends in Raleigh Hangings
Aug 31 Raleigh N C Thomas Jones a negro preacher and accused killer was executed by hanging in the county jail in a private ceremony. The mob's threats did not trigger a public demonstration and Jones reportedly showed little remorse before the end. He murdered Ella Jones and four children by arson to conceal the crime, with Laura and Sid Jones escaping.
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N.C
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Har
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Sid Jonmz
American Bar Association adjourns annual meeting in Saratoga
The American Bar Association adjourned its annual meeting amid reports and acknowledgments. Officers elected include President Edward Wetmore of New York and Secretary John Hinking, with treasurer Francia Rawle of Philadelphia and other executive committee members announced.
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Saratoga
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American Bar Association
Francia Rawle
Phiadelphia
the Dent
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Rone
Little Roce
Brown sues over funds in Topeka justice court
John Brown sues for 3283 in North Topeka with team from Brown and Foounty Bridge. Court says city case was improper as claim not filed with commissioners. Case dismissed, then filed in justice court for trial.
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John Brown
J A Grubbs Injured by Bull at City Jail Farm
J A Grubbs the city jailer was seriously injured by a bull in a pasture near the jail. He was attacked, knocked down, and crawled to safety after the animal pinned him and tossed him ten feet. A passerby helped him home. Dr Munn treated wounds and Grubbs will be out of work for some time. Pol 0 Walker acts as jailer during his absence.
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J. A. Grubbs
Mr. Grubbs
Dees Lek
Deaths and Funerals Harry Riley Tecumseh 26
Deaths and Funerals reports Harry B Riley son of Philly Riley died at his Tecumseh home about 2 o clock this morning at 26. He was buried in Bethel cemetery this afternoon. About a year earlier a tree fell on him while at work causing his fatal injuries.
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Philly Riley
Tecumech
Bethel Cemetery
Homeselers Excursion Via the Santa Fe Route
Homeseekers excursion advertised for September 4 and 15 offering one way and round trip tickets to Arkansas Arizona Indian Territory Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas and points east to Rockford Cole. Stopovers allowed within 15 days. final limit 21 days. See nearest agent for details.
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Arizona
Indiana Territory
Louisiana
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Texas
Alee
Rorky Ford
Cole
Pias Ee
One Vast System To Unite Railroads Under One Head
Rumors in Wall Street claim M E Ingalls of the Big Four will be offered the Southern Pacific presidency to weld major railroads into a single system. Huntington and Tweed deny any final selection as directors continue deliberations into next week.
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New York
Mail and Express
Wall Street
Southern Pacific Railway
M. E. Ingalls
Big Four Road
Vanderbilt
Ingalls
H. E. Huntington
Mr. Tweed
C. P. Huntington
Star
Huntington
West
Tweed
America
Mr. Ingalls
CP. Huntington
Improvementa
Ingalla
Associated Press
C. H. Tweed
Southern Pacific
Paralyzed Em Band Master G W Jackson Leads Alma Log Rolling
Alma log rolling story features George Washington Jackson of the Twenty third regiment band recounting a parade mishap. He describes how the crowd surged during a trumpet march and how the band’s performance spurred crowd movement. Later notes schedule in September for Republican picnics in Manhattan Valley Falls and Wakarusa.
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Alma
G. W. Jackson
Twentythird Regiment
Dentley
Manhattan
Valley Falls
Wakarusa
Hen Roost Robbery Reported Near Washburn College
W J Barnes reports thieves stole 150 fowls in one night from his Plymouth Rocks and Black Langshans roost on Reeder Avenue west of Washburn College. Police say it is among the largest hen roost robberies on record.
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W. J. Barnes
Reeder Avenue
Washbnurn College
Plymouth Rocks
Ramsey to Fight Over Resignation Threat in City Hall
Rumors say Chief Ramsey may face dismissal as Mayor Drew aims to force resignation by September 1. Councilors Weber Miller Houndties and others clash over procedure and charges while the police committee plans to report Saturday. Attys say mayor may have power to remove, prompting a council showdown.
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Swendson
Weber
Miller
Chic Ramzsy
Fey
Houndties
Police Committee
Chiefsey
Mazaw
Drew
Mr. Ramsey
Chief Ramsey
Bird
Elopement Reported in North Topeka Couple Married
North Topeka residents Mabel Graves and D Schultz reportedly wed a week ago after a mail license was issued. The groom listed 27 and the bride 94 20, with Schultz described as a widower with two children. Authorities seek clarification on the marriage and the whereabouts of Graves.
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North Topeka
Mabel Graves
D. Schultz
Schults
Miss Graves
Schultz
Charles Adams Enlarges Ladies Store In Two-Story Expansion
Charles Adams plans a sizable enlargement of his ladies furnishing store at Seventh and Kansas avenue. The basement will be expanded into the underwear and infant wear department with windows on two sides. The cloak room on the first floor will be doubled in size, creating more space for the main shop.
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Charles Adams
Seventh and
Kansas Avenue
Nevada Republicans Nominate State Ticket at Convention
Virginia Nev Aug 31 The Republican state convention closed its session midnight last night E S Farrington of Elke named for congressman Ivenmore Coffin for supreme judge Simon Bray of Austin D B Lyman of Reno Entich Strother of one City presidential electors Turilla of aes and Mr University of Virginia City Interste Gb on popermanecly os a decline trust denounces disfranchisement of ndgries demands repeal of prize tight inw condemns repeal of the DAHly og of election and declares for ha Sur work Guy Its the state dn di wack to imilie godives Population of Quincy Washington Aug S The cenmas bu re bureau announces population 36 252 up from 21 404 in 1800 This is an increase of 4 758 or 1511 per cent Funeral of Dr McCabe The funeral of the late Dr F S McCabe will be held from the Filter Presbyterian Church at 3 90 Saturday afternoon
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Elke
Ivenmore Coffin
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Reno
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Aes
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Virginia City
Quincy
Washington
Aug. S
Cenmas Bureau
Hilton Asked for Police Chief Job Despite Objections
The mayor and the committee of 200 await the next report on the police chief selection. Hilton, named by the mayor and the committee, sent a letter to T. B. Stephens of the State Temperance league proposing another candidate, yet did not decline the post. He reiterates his earlier objections from an interview in the State Journal. If not chosen, the committee will push for another strong temperance worker, with no second choice yet.
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Hilton
T. B. Stephens
State Temperance League
State Journal
Finland and Russian autocracy clash in reform debate
Augustine Birrell argues British observers misread Finnish history and constitutionalism while Russia seeks to deploy Finnish conscripts to bolster its army. He notes Czars officials dismiss constitutions as ukases and warn of imperial overreach against Finland's legal framework.
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Augustine Birrell
Finland
Russia
Reland
Petersburg
Bryce
Dicey
Htursias
Trunnios
Train Tickets From Denver to Colorado Springs Offered
A fragment notes travel options via the Santa Fe Route to Colorado Springs using Denver. It mentions tickets on sale at an early hour and a final unit in October with mentions of sleeper cars and Pattman ghaectatiee sleeper service.
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Wichita
Colorado Springs
Denver
Pattman Ghaectatiee
Robbery Report Confuses Victim and Suspects
P. H. Camp claims he was robbed by three men who ordered him to surrender money. He described a tense pursuit as villagers searched the area, but witnesses could not identify the robbers. He says the plight involved a hold up and a hurried return home.
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P.H. Camp
Butcher
Latine Glassware Vendors Fill Streets With Drink Stalls
In the hot season, itinerant sellers crowd the streets offering waters, ice, and other drinks. Vendors range from water sellers to ice vendors, with some famous for specific wares, while coin shortages force drinkers to finish two or more cups per visit.
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Ayant
Rome
Chen
Tina Comen
Bani
Concert To Night At Garfield Park by Marebulls Band
Marebulls Band performs tonight at Garfield Park noted as 9 Pabook. The downtown event draws local music fans and promises lively brass and rhythm pieces under evening skies.
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Marshall
Getook
Marebull
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