Constantinople paper mocks sultan over China and Armenia
A brief observes the Constantinople paper seeking sympathy from the sultan for foreigners in China and condemns the Armenian slaughter as harsh as Boxer abuses. It notes a rural English letter carrier retiring after 26 years who walked three times around the world without missing a day. Five new American battleships are planned, the largest yet at 14,900 to 15,000 tons and 19 knots, ready within three years.
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Constantinople
China
Armenia
Luton
England
German Emperor Orders Gentz Portrait Series
Emperor William of Germany orders Shmuel Gentz a renowned German painter of oriental scenes to prepare a memorial series of pictures of his recent pilgrimage to Jerusalem Gentz will face the difficulty of appearing dignified on a Jerusalem donkey.
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William
Germany
Shmuel Gentz
Jerualem
Gentz
Jerusalem
Cotton industry spindle and loom counts shift in 1860s
The industry now runs 21,057,985 spindles and 490,389 looms with 15,242,554 spindles in the north and 5,815,429 in the south. In 1860 the south had 1,828,982 spindles and the north 12,721,341, showing a ten year south gain of 217 percent and north gain of 19.8 percent.
Entertainments in Hotels Highlight Modern Laziness
A social commentary notes that more entertainments in hotels and upscale restaurants of large cities signal growing laziness and centralization in society. The writer jokes that people are grateful for the hostess doing extensive calculation on their behalf.
Railroad Employment and Earnings in the United States
During the year ended June 30, 1899, 928,924 persons were employed by U S railroads, paid $523,000,060, or 40 percent of gross earnings. In 1893, 785,034 were employed, a gain of 143,890 in five years, or 18.5 percent.
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United States
Long life tale and wartime notes across many topics
The text recalls Miss Mary Yardley of Chicago living to 105 after being thought destined to die at 18, notes on Chinese naval strength, the Oregon’s collision with a snag near battle sites, and U.S. policy pursuit of truth in China while resisting mass massacre claims without reliable evidence. It reflects a period voice with various topical snippets.
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Mary Yardley
Chicago
Miss Yardley
Trade motives behind forced treaties in China
The San Francisco Chronicle argues that western pressures to force treaties on China with gunboat coercion created the conflict, and claims the true aim was commerce, dismissing other motives as humbug. It contends that China would have avoided meddling if the west had left it alone.
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Celestial Empire
The
San Francisco Chronicle
China
In New Orleans Mob Targets Innocent Negroes Over Murders
An outraged account denounces mob violence in New Orleans where innocent Black residents are threatened due to crimes by Black desperadoes. The piece urges swift action by authorities to safeguard those who merely share a race with the accused.
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New Orleans
Admiral Belknap on China’s Threats and Arrow Incident
Admiral George E. Belknap, long in Chinese waters, argues China is not a menace to Western civilization in its torn state. He sympathizes with the empire, blaming progressive acts and treaties violated by Western powers for its woes. He asserts Chinese right in their port-opening contention, noting the Arrow incident as pretext, and speaks from firsthand experience.
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George E. Belknap
United States Navy
China
Global and U S political shifts spark new sessions and upheaval
The dispatch notes Gen Sir Alfred Gaselee and staff with foreign reinforcements arriving in Tien Tsin on the 28th while Kentucky Governor Beckham plans an extra legislature session between August 15 and September 1 to amend Goebel election law.
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Sista
London
Tien Tsin
Alfred Gaselee
Beckham
Kentucky
Goebel
A. W. Greely
Signal Service
United States Army
Chicago
St. Paul
Joseph Wheeler
Department of the Lakes
Trentic
Utah
Far East
Port Arthur
Meade
San Francisco
Taku
China
Italy
Monza
Benjamin Armstrong
Take Superior
Ashland
Wis
American Fur Co
John Jacob Astor
Victor Emmanuel
Vienna
Belgrade
Servia
Alexander
Arrival of Commands at Slapkrantz In Transvaal War
A Gen Hunter correspondent reports Winburg and Senekal commandoes near Slapkrantz totaling about six hundred troops. Gen Roux and the Wepener commandant have arrived. It will take days to muster all, with wagons stretching seven miles along valley roads. Detainees include foreign artillerymen.
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Hunter
Foyve
Slapkrantz
Transvaal
Winburg
Senekel
Roux
Wepener
Foriegn
Crowded anarchist meeting in New Jersey on the 2d
Condensed telegrams note a large gathering in Jiarboldi hall Peters on New Jersey where Italians led by diverse nationals discussed Italy’s situation. Attendees included many French Spaniards and a few Australians. Some rejoiced in Bresei's crime while disavowing responsibility.
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Jiarboldi Hall
Paterson
N. J
Italy
Bresei
Benendahl
Spitzbergen
Martha Hendricks
Paul Warner
Lieut
Boselli
Florence
Berlin
Humbert
William
Munich
Monza
Rome
St. Petersburg
London Daily Express
Voehtevsky
America
Russia
United States
Post Office Department
Shellman
Cambridge
Winnebago City
Minn
Suver
Ore
Westby
Wis
Osage City
Kas
South Dakota
Conception del Oro
Zacatecas
G. W. Dukes
Dukes
Current notes from a bustling late 19th century press
Millywright Charles Hoyt's illness is said incurable paresis. A stork visit is noted for the Dewey home. Anton Pinker hanged himself in a St Louis stable after renewing life insurance. Elmer Shiver, 14, drowned off Quincy ferry. John Renfro hanged at Cleburne for 1899 murder. Towne may withdraw from populist ticket as Adlai Stevenson steps in. Train collision near Tuscola claims a fireman dead. Lord Roberts reports rain hindered British pursuit of Boers. Buffalo and Mohawk arrive at Hong Kong. Chinese transport bound for Shanghai to bring Li Hung Chang back. Middlesboro syndicate to develop onyx in Claiborne county, Tenn. Four ships bring 3,155 immigrants to New York barge office. Grenier notes tax on undivided profits for banks. Root funds 200 three-inch field guns with Stockett design.
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Millywright
Charles Hoyt
Dewey
Anton Pinker
St. Louis
Elmer Shiver
Quincy
Mississippi
John Renfro
Cleburnne
Tex
French
Middleburg
United States
Buffalo
Hong Thong
Hong Kong
Canton
Shanghai
Li Hung Chang
Middlesboro
Claiborne County
Tenn
New York
Internal Revenue
Grenier
Treasury
Root
John W. Stockett
Army Ordnace Office
Illinois State News Obituaries and Clerical Appointment
John O Kronholm of Moline travels to Kerrville Texas for health. W H Clampit aged 75 longtime Morgan county resident born in Kentucky raised in Jacksonville. J N Truitt a central Illinois Republican leader dies at Hillsboro. William Lupton Jo Daviess pioneer dies at 74 after shaving. Rt Rev John L Spaulding Peoria bishop receives papal bull naming Rt Rev P J O Reilly auxiliary bishop. consecration date pending.
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John O. Kronholm
Moline
Kerrville
Tex
W. H. Clampit
Morgan County
Kentucky
Jacksonville
John L. Spaulding
Peoria
P. J. O'Reilly
Train incident on Rock Island line delays travelers
A Chicago to Lacon passenger train carrying Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Donahue sought a physician mid journey. Conductor found Dr J. E. Walsh of Davenport aboard. The Donahues alighted at Bureau with three people on board.
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Rock Island
M. J. Donahue
Chicago
Lacon
Death of Henry Weyrich in Alaska Reach
News from Pekin announces the death of Henry Weyrich by starvation in Alaska about 500 miles north of Dawson City on the Yessazoo river. His partner killed a moose the day after Weyrich died, enabling him to survive and reach a camp. Weyrich, born in Pekin 34 years ago, was a nephew of Deputy Treasurer H. P Weyrich of Pekin.
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Pekin
Henry Weyrich
Alaska
Dawson City
Yessazoo River
Weyrich
Ile
H. P Weyrich
Cuban itch outbreak prompts quarantine in Charleston
A new disease resembling smallpox has broken out in Charleston. At a board of health meeting with physicians, the infected portion of the city was quarantined. It is believed to be the Cuban itch, with more than a dozen families infected and widespread concern.
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Charleston
Board of Health
Robbery at Mexican Central Station Targets US Candidate
A dispatch from Mexico City reports A. J. Streeter of New Windsor was robbed at the Mexican Central station. His packet bank with money and railway tickets was stolen as he prepared to board a through train to the United States. Streeter was once the Populist candidate for president.
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Mexico
A. J. Streeter
New Windsor
United States
Lightning strikes Map Grove stock farm barn near Arcola
Lightning struck a large barn at Map Grove stock farm near Arcola, burning the structure and its contents including hay grain farm machinery and personal property. Estimated loss runs about $2,000 and is covered by insurance.
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Wiehtning
Grove
Arcola
Gas Trust Faces Peoria City Fight Over Price Rise
The Peoria gas companies formed a trust and boosted illumination rates from 30 cents per 1,000 feet to F145, leading to a likely heated legal clash with the city. Springfield inquiry board reports a cannon explosion injured several state militiamen due to a foolish attempt at a double charge.
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Peoria
Board of Inqury
Camp Lincoln
Springfield
Rain and Hail Storm Hits Arcola and Vicinity
A severe rain and wind storm swept over Arcola and nearby areas. The wind damaged broom corn, reducing yield as its stalks were brushed out. Some wheat was threshed but showed little change, and rain continued to damage grain in shock.
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Arcola
Cannon accident at Springfield encampment claims two lives
Two persons were fatally wounded and nine seriously injured by the premature discharge of a cannon at the encampment in Springfield. The incident highlights safety concerns at military preparations and raises questions about ammunition handling and supervision.
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Springfield
Feimley Named President at Illinois State Normal University
The state board of education in session at Illinois State Normal University elected David Feimley president of the institution.
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State Board of Education
Thelinois State Normal University
David Feimley
Young Lovers Quarrel Ends In Desperate Act
Henry Schell aged 21 attempted suicide in front of his sweetheart Flora Jones at her home in Pekin amid a quarrel with a Tover. Local authorities report a failed self harm act and ongoing investigation into the circumstances.
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Henry Schell
Flora Jones
Pexin
China Must Comply With Conditions Set by Secretary Ming
Washington, Aug. 3. The state department released correspondence between Li Hung Chang and Washington over Pekin relief. The Aug. 1 reply insists on free communication with ministers, assigns responsibility for protection to China, and urges Li to secure imperial cooperation and open talks with the powers before any negotiations.
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Department of State
Li Hung Chang
China
Ming
Washington
State Department
Department
Pekin
United States
Berlin
London
Paris
Rome
St. Petersburg
Tokio
Tien Tsin
Secretary of State
Conger
Tien ‘Sin
Viceroy Li
Mr. Goodnow
Shanghai
Earl Li
Hay
Crisis in Pekin Prospect of Chinese acceptance of Hay terms
Publicized correspondence with Li Hung Chang shows US firm opposition to pre negotiation talks and hints at a crisis in the Chinese situation. The cabinet approved Secretary Hay's policies and his decisive note to Li Hung Chang as international forces potentially advance on Pekin. Reports note possible delays in telegrams from Tien Tsin to Che Foo and uncertainty about actual forward movement due to cavalry and artillery gaps.
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Hay
Pekin
Tien Tsin
Taku
Che Foo
Washington
Li Hing Chang
Clash With Gold Seekers on Topkuk Beach
In Seattle Aug 3 report recounts a clash between military forces and prospectors near Topkuk south of Nome City. More than 100 miners were arrested after returning to work despite government orders, with tens later released on bonds. Soldiers faced defiance as arrests continued amid a dispute over tundra claims and beach locations.
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Seattle
Wash
Topkuk
Nome City
Nome
Om. Bonds
United States
Seward
Uncle Sam
No. 1
Seven Poisoned in Illinois Home Mystery Ends in Tragedy
In Harvey area near Chicago Aug 3 seven people including 13 year old Thomas Norris were poisoned after mistaking deadly toadstools for mush rooms. Three died and four remained seriously ill as a physician reached the Norris home in time to save four survivors. Thomas Norris rode to a physician on bareback three miles away and died shortly after arrival.
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Chicago
J. A. Norris
Harvey, LL
Thomas Norris
Homewood
Norris
Improving at Cape Nome Telegram Report From Alaska
A telegram to the treasury department from Lieut. Jarvis at Cape Nome Alaska indicates the situation is improving. Dated July 20 the message notes only three smallpox cases since the previous report. Incoming vessels are screened and an isolation system for all cases and suspects is in place with no deaths reported.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Jarvis
Cape Nome
Alaska
Nome
Big Fire Destroys Seven Buildings in Buffalo
A major blaze in Buffalo New York on August 3 destroyed seven business occupancies. Loss estimated at 150000 dollars. Fire Captain Charles Besencon severely injured and Fireman BR. A. Reid less seriously hurt. Six buildings were owned by the Jacob Dold estate.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Charles Besencon
BR. A. Reid
Jacob Dold
International Journalistic School to Open in Paris
Michael H. De Young of San Francisco presided at the International Peace and Arbitration conference in Paris on Aug 3, announcing the decision to establish an international school of journalism in Paris in connection with the peace bureau at Lerse.
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International School of Journealianne
Paris
Michael H. de Young
San Francisco
International School of Journalism
Lerse
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Sue
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American Iron and Steel Manufacturing Co
Treller
International Peace and Arbitration Conference
Peace Bureau
Berne
Peace Agency
Europe
Mkaiser
Frederick
Perth
Cre-Kiing
Fuh-Kicen
Illinois State News
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