24 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1900
Page
1
Chinese circles report Empress Dowager Cixi and Prince Tuan captured. Japanese temple at Amoy burned, fighting near Tien Tsun and nearby scattered. Allied commanders await instructions as telegraph repair delays hinder progress on the railway beyond Yani Tsan.
In Sabine County Texas on August 24 authorities report an imminent race war as the Degrees threaten to kill three prominent white men and have terrorized white residents. Peace officers have been summoned from neighboring counties to quell the turmoil.
Akron Ohio August 24 there was no trouble in the city during the night streets were deserted as soldiers patroled all business thoroughfares Authorities fear Ids of about thirty rioters and will detain some leaders The Fourth and Fifth regiments may be held several days to prevent rescue attempts by friends of detainees
Maud Waley says she found a month old baby and attempted to hand it to the town of New London for care. An apparent child abduction scheme unraveled as authorities questioned her story and confirmed the infant belonged to Louise Stapling.
The Kansas City event runs Aug 1 to 26 featuring short horn and Hereford cattle. Prizes total over 21,000 dollars for short horn, with 100 dollars in Hereford contests. About 150 short horn entries and at least 60 show cattle expected, 240 Hereford entries anticipated. This first show under American Short Horn Breeders Association auspices aims to attract large crowds.
Liverpool weekly cotton figures show total sales of al Khirls at 20,000 tales and American oral sales of 15,000. English spinners takings amount to $2,000,000 with total exports at 500,000 bales. Imports of American reach 25,000 bales and stocks of all kinds stand at 605,000 bales. American stock at 217, actual quantities vary due to speculation. Exporters receive 1,400 bales.
New Haven August 24 Tapeh A Molin a 40 year old married resident of Nevion Street was found dead in the Blacky Hotel at 1 o clock this morning. The coroner’s inquest indicated death by poison. Letters in his pocket reveal his wife refused to live with him unless he ceased his ten perate habits.
The Tacoma brings six hundred thousand dollars in gold from Nome via Dawson with most passengers from the Yukon. A shooting on August 15 aboard nearly wounded Angus McDonald of Dawson after a confrontation with William Keenan of New York. Reports claim rampant lawlessness in Cape Nome with nightly robberies and tent thefts using chloroform tubes. The Santa Ana arrives under quarantine while the Drig brings 100 passengers and a ton of gold from Dawson.
London reports from Lord Roberts detail Pretoria dispatches dated August 23. Ba fen Powell frees 100 British prisoners at Warm Bars on August 2, captures 25 Boers and a German artillery officer. Buller’s August 21 casualties total seven killed, Captain Shaw and 21 wounded, 10 missing. Kitchener’s August 22 casualties eight. Reconnaissance in Komat valley finds 140000 rounds buried. De Wet’s command makes rapid marches as Colonel MacKinnon covers 224 miles in 14 days.
British steamer Thdka with Captain Burkett from Passarac July 23 to the United States went ashore 28 miles south southwest of Cape Courdefui. Captain Burkett eight Europeans and twenty Native crew members were picked up and landed. Some natives are reported missing after taking to the hills. natives reportedly plundering the wreck.
Chicago August 24 The Municipal Gas Company of Chicago has been incorporated with capital of Syn 1,000. Promoters refuse to discuss plans for the new concern.
St Joseph August 24 Jack Grim formerly with Brooklyn has been appointed umpire in the Western League He will succeed Al Warner who goes to theural dese
Pittsburgh base, Tenn, Aug 24. Mel Cooley, one of Pittsburgh's first baselders, has been given ten days notice of release.
The steamer Fried tich der Grosse has arrived from Bremen and the Kaiser Friedrich has arrived from Hamburg, New York reported on August 24.
Chicago Aug 24 The Tribune reports members of the Bulld etractors council are quietly trying to bar Theodore Roosevelt from speaking at the Labor Day demonstration of the Building Trades council. They sent Harrison a public letter outlining objections, while denying any plan to influence Roosevelt. They say they simply inform him of the group's character and would not be upset if he does not attend.
Washington reports an Agriculture Department bulletin by entomologist L. O. Howard on American mosquitoes. It explains their biology and the malaria transmitting species, notes Alaska miners face fierce mosquitoes, and discusses remedies, screens, and barriers.
Workmen renovating an old house owned by BE Buckingham in Huntington Center uncovered a cache of gold, silver, and copper coins dated from 1706 to 1800. The coins were hidden in a cleverly concealed recess in the wall. The total value and ownership of the coins remain undetermined.
In San Francisco on August 24 the Buildings Trade Council, representing 28 trade groups, ordered a general boycott of goods from nine hour planning mills. Mill owners refuse arbitration or acceptance of an eight hour day, prompting the action.
Fenton Michigan August 24 nomination announcement. Griy of Plint has been chosen by Democrats of the Sixth congressional district to run for Congress.
A Saturday weather note reports light to moderate rain chances tonight from Nebraska to the Lake region and Atlantic coast showers from Virginia to Rhode Island. Scattered showers occurred in the past 24 hours, with no extreme heat east of the Rockies. Observations at 8 am show cloudy to clear conditions across major cities including Boston, Calvin, Denver, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Nantucket, New Orleans, New York, Pittsburgh, St Louis, St Pancras, Washington D C, with various barometric readings and temperatures around mid to upper 70s in most locales.
Morning rain drenched tents and blankets at Camp Van Keuren Niantic. All drills suspended and guards recalled as officials prepared for a review later, with thousands arriving despite the weather.
Wall Street opened with no clear trend as some shares fell including Steel and Wire Anaconda Mining Peoples Gas and Brooklyn Transit while rail stocks showed steadiness. Cotton futures started higher with August at 9.03 and Sept at 8.51. Speculative interest focused on a few names with downward pressure as Brooklyn Transit and Peoples Gas declined after news of a new company incorporation.
Middletown Conn Aug 24 John Littlefield a hotel keeper of Old Saybrook Conn who has been in jail since Aug 18 was brought before Judge Elmer of the superior court in habeas corpus proceedings and discharged on the ground that the offense alleged by the complainant and for which he had been arrested three times was illegal.
Colonel A. F. Baillie, president of the National Editorial association, announced the following appointments. W. L. Eafau of Rockford Illinois is named chairman of the libel law committee. Colonel J. T. Goodwin of Selalia Missouri becomes fraternal delegate to the National Typothetae. W. L. Jewett of Missouri, William A. Stell of Washington, C. F. Lehman of Texas, Irving Todd of Minnesota, and J. T. Stokes of Illinois join the legislative committee.
Charles Deering of New York visits Miss Agnes McGrath of East street. Miss Ellie Lamb of Southington visits Lottie Hagan on Walcott street. Joseph Doherty of New York spends days with John McGrath of West Main street. Miss Lizzie Trepanier of Fes ratch shop visits friends in Ansonia and Derby. Josephine Dillon of Wellsville N Y returns home after visiting Mrs John Dillon on William street. Charles Nesby, cigarmaker formerly with T F McGrath, returns after resigning to go to Boston. John Doran of Pine street visits friends in Danbury. James Doran of Pine street visits at Prof Walsh of Boston College in Danbury, extends trip to Washington. The many friends of John Clancy, noted artist and violinist, regret he cannot perform for a while due to blood poisoning in his right hand. Dr MecLinden attends him.
City news reports final arrangements for the St Josephs and Good Will field day at Linden Park Naugatuck. Events include egg race obstacle race three legged race ball game relay and 100 yard dash with a silver trophy for the top scoring team. Tennis games were rained out yesterday with day two set to begin at 3 30 and 9 30 if weather holds. Matches feature Fitzsimons versus Smith and Dentist Egan versus William Hodges both expected to be strong. Director Shoemaker to serve as referee.
Democratic factions prepare for intraparty clashes as primaries approach. Reeves asserts authority for the convention while Republicans court Colonel Doherty amid Geddes’ withdrawal. Senatorial and representative nominations stir fights in fourth fifth wards with a Bryan Stevenson banner on Bank Street awaiting display.
New York Aug 24 Fred Scharn brother of murdered Kate Scharn freed from custody on habeas corpus but immediately rearrested on a watch theft charge. Police expect he will be indicted for his sister’s murder on Tuesday as their investigation continues.
Officials of Republic Iron and Steel and Illinois Steel deny any labor unrest in steel and iron circles. They say wage questions are being discussed calmly and no strike is expected. A settlement is anticipated within two to three weeks.
Chicago Aug 24 Senator Cullom will speak at Noonday Commercial and Industrial club meeting next Monday noon. Club president George J. Cory lined up speakers including Senator Hianna Governor Roosevelt Senator Foraker Senator Fairbanks Senator Dolliver Senator Davis Congressman Grosvenor Lieutenant Governor Woodruff and other nationally prominent figures.
London dated dispatch reports General Lord Roberts confirming the death sentence for Lieutenant Cordna formerly of the Staats artillery. He was convicted as a ringleader in the plot to abduct General Roberts and kill British officers in Pretoria.
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