British Marines Fight Boxers Near Lang Fang In China
Sixteen British marines reconnoitering for the international column near Lang Fang engage 2,000 Boxers killing 20 to 30. The clash ends with major Johnson’s marines holding ground and driving the Boxers before reinforcing bluejackets. The expedition totals 2,044 with Allied nations, railway damage slows advance toward Pekin and Russian warships patrol Taku.
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British Reinforcements Move Towards Yang Tsun
June 13 report notes 163 more Britons landed and 20 sent to Pong Shan. A special train departed Tien Tsin bound for Yang Tsun as part of ongoing relay of troops.
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Japanese Official Killed on Official Duty in Pekin
Japanese chancellor Sugiyama Akira was murdered while traveling alone on official duty at Maingate railroad station in Pekin. Soldiers of Tung Foh Siang, the empress’s favored bodyguard, carried out the attack. The Times reports the incident in an extra edition from London.
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Tung Foh Siang
Maingate Railroad Station
Otis Praises Filipinos as Eager Learners in Philippines
Washington June 13. General Otis at the war department praised Filipinos as the very best among Asiatic races on the Pacific coast. He noted their eagerness to learn from Americans and their quickness to act when given opportunity. He cited the insatiable demand for schools on the American plan and a shortage of Spanish American textbooks.
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Washington
War Department
Philippines
Pacifico
Fear the Pillagers at Walker as Indians Grow Restive
Report from Walker Minnesota notes lingering fear since Leech Lake Indians kept Winchesters after disarming last fall. With troops withdrawn May 27 settlers fear renewed trouble unless a show of force intimidates the red men. Districts across Wisconsin attend a rousing Democratic state convention with Bryan backing.
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Absence of News Deepens Fear for Governor in Ashanti
Reports from Accra dated June 18 describe heavy casualties a day north of the Prah as Colonel Willcox’s advance stalls due to floods and broken bridges. Detachments on the Prah north bank reportedly overwhelmed by entrenched Ashantis while Kumassie remains unseen, fueling pessimism about the governor and staff safety.
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McGovern Knocks Out Tommy White In Seaside Club Fight
Terry McGovern retains featherweight title at Seaside Athletic Club in New York on June 18 by stopping Tommy White of Chicago in three rounds. White sustains seven knockdowns in the decisive round before the referee ends the bout.
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Admiral Schley Declines Presidents Bid
Philadelphia June 13 Rear Admiral Schley has repeatedly been mentioned as a possible presidential candidate but friends say he would not consent to the role. He stressed before commanding the South Atlantic squadron that he would not become a presidential candidate under any circumstances.
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Schley
South Atlantic
Grant Leads U S Forces to Capture Filipino Stronghold
General Grant with reinforcements and artillery attacked insurgents in the mountains east of Sammigatt. After four hours of fighting the rebels' stronghold fell and the Americans are pursuing the scattered forces. Grant reports no casualties in his column.
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Grant
Sammigatt
Crown Colonies Planned for South Africa
It is learned that the government plans to make the Orange River Colony and the Transvaal crown colonies with Transvaal renamed. Sir Alfred Milner would be high commissioner of South Africa. Details remain secret and implementation awaits months.
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Sonpoys
Associated Press
Orange River
Transvaal
Alfred Milner
Orange River Colony
Return of Uitlanders and Food Supply Ties
The colonial office reports a telegram from Sir Alfred Milner saying 580 representatives from 181 mining and other companies will travel to Johannesburg when Lord Roberts can receive them. Milner says reopening business is being pursued but discourages Uitlander return until transport and food supply are settled.
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Colonial Office
Sir Alfred Milner
Chamber of Mines
Cape Town
Johannesburg
Lord Roberts
Great Northern Wreck Injures Passengers at Summit
Meagre reports from Spokane describe an eastbound Great Northern train derailing at Summit, likely due to a broken rail. Two engines and four coaches left the tracks. a score or more passengers were injured, with several severely hurt or fatally wounded. Names of affected passengers include S. J. Leland, Frank R. Gantor, Willam James Morgan, L G. Martinson, C. M. Ogaré, Martin McCulley, and Emil Borgan.
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Winnipeg
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St. Paul
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White Hill
Mich
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Edna
Minn
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Butte
Emil Borgan
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Gus
Chilean President Errazuriz Struck by Third Stroke
United States Minister Wilson reports from Santiago that President Errazuriz has had a third dangerous paralysis attack. The government has shifted executive power to Prime Minister Albano under the constitution as the end nears.
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State Department
United States
Wilson
Santiago
Clute
Errazuriz
Albano
Roosevelt reiterates no vice presidential acceptance
Governor Roosevelt again rejects the national ticket offer saying he has nothing to add to his irrevocable decision. He reiterated his statement that he will not accept the vice presidential nomination.
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Roosevelt
Albany
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