Desperado Robert Charles Ended After Fire Attack
In New Orleans July 23 a long gun battle ended when desperado Robert Charles, who killed several officers and civilians, was trapped in a house at Clio and Saratoga. The building was set afire and Charles was shot repeatedly as he attempted to flee. many officers and bystanders were wounded or killed during the confrontation. Mayor Capedeville later prohibited public gatherings and ordered saloons closed.
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Pursuit Updates as French and Hutton Close on Boers
Lord Roberts reports French and Hutton pressed the pursuit on July 25 crossing Olifants river. Iddlaburg seen in retreat, main road north crowded with horsemen and wagons. Night rain and wind hindered pursuit. one officer died and livestock losses were heavy. Hunter occupies Fourierburg. Mrs Steyn found. Dewet captives not sent to Machadorp. Basutoland blocked. Harrismith hardest to reach with guns and wagons. Broadwood watches Dewet near Reifsburg. Dewet’s brother P. surrendered at Kroonstad. Heidelburg line opened for Natal communication.
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Revolt of Boxers Near Pekin Ends in Tuan’s Death
Shanghai dispatch to The Daily Express reports a large Boxer faction revolted against Prince Tuan outside Pekin on Sunday. The battle lasted several hours with Tuan defeated and killed as two generals reportedly deserted him.
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Daily Express
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Government thanks marked arbitration presentation in Nicaragua
The report notes an arbitration presentation followed by an expression of gratitude from the Nicaragua government. It records official appreciation and a formal acknowledgment of the mediation event without detailing the dispute or results.
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Nicaragua
Democratic Notification Meeting Set For Aug 8 in Vidianapoliis
The Bryan and Stevenson notification meeting will be held Aug 8 after state committee and Central Passenger association resolved a dispute. One fare for round trips from Indiana Illinois Ohio Michigan Western Pennsylvania and Western New York is granted. Tickets on sale Aug 7 and 8 valid through Aug 9 midnight.
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InpranaPolis
State ‘Committee
Central Passenger Association
Indiana
Illinois
Ohio
Michigan
Pennsylvania
New York
Roberts advances as British press reports Boer retreat
London dispatch says Lord Roberts presses toward Balmoral while Boers retreat eastward. Generals French and Hatton drive on the flank as the railway to Delagoa Bay looms crucial. Hunter and Clements close on the remaining Boer position as fighting continues with British advantage overall.
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Neera
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the Tribune
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Botha
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Kruger
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Orange River
Hunter
Clements
Sussex Regiment
Cannon for Turkey Krupp to Arm Ironclads
The sultan of Constantinople orders from Krupp in Germany armament for 10 ironclads at a contract price of £650000. The Armstrong company estate is valued £150000 less. Also noted are clerical appointments and the health update on historian John Clark Ridpath.
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Constantinople
Germany
Armstrong Company
Baseball Scores and Standings Across Cities and Clubs
Aiordoan Seazon results show Detroit 6 at Kansas City and Indianapolis 6 at Minneapolis. Chicago defeated Buffalo 3 to 5 while Milwaukee led Cleveland 8 to 0. Chicago beat Brooklyn 6 to 10 and Boston 8 to 2. Team standings list Brooklyn 681 Philadelphia 568 Pittsburg 518 Chicago 506 Boston 486 Cincinnati 461 St. Louis 445 New York 483.
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Milwaukee
Cleveland
Chicago
Buffalo
Bufalo
Philadelphia
New York
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Brooklyn
St. Louis
Boston
Pittsburg
Foreign Ministers Supplied With Food by Friendly Chinesre
The Chinese minister in London Sir Chih Chong Lin Feng Lu reports a Pekin message dated July 24 saying foreign representatives except Baron von Ketteler are alive and safe. Provisions of breadstuffs and vegetables are being sent to show goodwill. The Morning Post claims no direct London Pekin communication. French and Italian consuls seek replies, suggesting Pekin is controlled by the Boxers.
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London
Chih Chong Lin Feng Lu
Sheng
Pekin
Baron von Ketteler
Morning Post
Emperor Addresses Troops Departing for China
The German emperor spoke to troops at Bremerhaven before their voyage to China, vowing vengeance for an insult to ambassadorial sanctity and hospitality. He warned that if they engage the enemy they will receive no quarter and no prisoners, urging them to fight to pave the way for civilization for a thousand years.
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China
Beerlin
Lokal Anwolger
Bremerhaven
Ching Defeated in Pekin Battle Between White and Rebel Forces
Telegraph report from Tien Tsin dated July 24 states Prince Ching’s troops were defeated by Prince Tung’s forces near Pekin. The fighting centered around the northern cathedral near the forbidden city as foreigners defended themselves.
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Tien Tsin
Pekin
Prince Ching
Prince Tung
Forbidden City
Foreign Mine Raters Leaving Pekin Rumor
Shanghai correspondent reports trusted info that most ministers are alive except Baron von Ketteler. Some European survivors are leaving Pekin while Katner calls for harmony. Berlin reports Emperor William appeals to Victoria Nicholas Franz Joseph and Humbert to sustain harmony among powers against China and the yellow peril threat.
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Daily Telegraph
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Victoria
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China
Czar and Czarina Welcome Talmage at Peterhof Palace
The czar and czarina hosted Rev. T. De Witt Talmage at the Peterhof palace on Friday. Joseph Mayer, longtime Christus of the passion play, has been elected mayor of Oberammergau. The Alameda arrived San Francisco from Sydney with 2,500,000 in gold from Australia. London arrivals include the Duke of Marlborough and Lady Sarah Wilson. Fearful New York Chinese plan to depart for Cuba due to Boxer-related tensions.
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T. de Witt Talmage
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Australia
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South Africa
Duke of Marlborough
Sarah Wilson
New York
China
Cuba
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Restored Energy
Advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for fatigue lassitude and low energy, claiming impure sluggish blood causes weakness and that the medicine purifies blood and revitalizes vitality. Describes benefits as modern diagnosis and treatment for tired feeling and brain fog.
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Pearl button industry shifts center to Mississippi towns
The Mississippi mussel shell industry expands from Muscatine and along the river from Winnona to Grafton. Fishermen harvest shells with John boats and gas pipes, selling to local factories that grind, face, back, and polish button blanks. The labor market grows as hundreds of mills produce millions of buttons daily, risking depletion without regulation and spawning pearl finds worth up to $100 each.
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Mississippi
Fred. J. Haskin
St. Louis Globe Democrat
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Mississippi River
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China Sea
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Minn
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John
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East
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Christendom
The Girl on the Automobile Seizes the Wheel
A bright ode extols a fearless American girl who drives an automobile with skill and grace. The verses celebrate her dominance on the street, contrasting her prowess with older maidens and tailless horse riders as she leads in a new era of speed and fashion.
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