ROSSLAND EVENING RECORD, JUNE 20, 1900 LEGATIONS SAFE % ¢) News Received © That Rolie Has Reached Pekin. u HUNG CHANG TO.COVERN ‘The'Bismarok of the Orient on His Way to the Capitel=Creat Hopes of His Sucocess— Russia Led in Attack on ‘Taku Forte—No Bfforts at Settlement Made, By Associated Press. London, June 20.—The. news from Shanghai today is regarded in official circles as distinctly cheering. After the grim reports current early this morning, the dispatch of the taken against the Chinese govern- ment, and they profess. to know nothing in conngction with the story from Rome, that the United States proposed the reinstatement of the young emperor, No Negotiations for Settlement. GLARENDON GAFE, K. SWANSON, Prop. First Class. in: Every Respect WORN All Deli and Game The powers thus far are the i to the exct ing of actual news received from their representatives in China. The foreigs office receives daily cable- grams from M, Blabon, the French ambassador to the United States, giving the news reaching Washing- tonin regard to affairs in China. ‘The action of the powers at present is devoted to the protection of European lives and property in China and the restoration of order in that cquntry, and the French ad- mital, in common with the other admirals, has had full discretionary power to take such steps and call on such reinforcements as he might A iated Press ‘ing the ar- rival of the relief column command- ed by Admiral Seymour at Pekin and the safety of the legations, which later was confirmed. by a dis- patch from Shanghai published in the second edition of the London Times, announcing that the Sey- mour force arrived at the Chinese capital June 17, presages, it is hoped. a general brightening of the situation. No details have yet been received of the casualties or the condition of afairs at Pekin, but well informed people express the opinion that the summoning of Li Hung Chang to the capital foreshadows the early” ission of the dowag' Pp to the dictates of the powers. Legations Safe on Sunday London, June 20.—Shanghai re- ports originating from Chinese- sources and credited by the foreign office state that the legations at Pekin : were safe on Sunday, June 17. Admiral Seymour with a re- lieving column is also reported to have reached Pekin. Thinks He Will Restore Order Washington, June 20.—Mr. Wu, the Chinese minister here, hails with satisfaction the reports that Li Hung Chang has been ordered to Pekin. Mr. Wu lays. stress on the fact that Li Hung Chang is an hon- ored and trusted servant of the em- press dowager and belongs tote progressive element in his country. It was for his valuable work in years past in dealing with organiza- tions like the Boxers that Li re- ceived some of the honors conferred upon him, 41 Hang Chang to Take Hold ‘| collapse and that affairs would be think y to secure this end. France in a Predicamient . New York, June . 20.—Several deputies in an interview last night with the Paris correspondent of the Times, admitted that France's posi- tion in China was a deli one. in Season. _ Private.... Rooms for Banquets and Dinner Parties FIRST CLASS BAR IN GONNECTION Tailor-Made Gowns. Every day is not going to be sunny and warm, and no costume will look as well us a nice Tweed ‘or Serge -Suif; made in the ‘stylish way (like the ones we have. We've made the prices attractive ‘and if you look them over you'll be tempted to buy......--+ MONTREAL LOAN & INVESTMENT Co INCORPORATED | Head office, Tmperia eae St. Jam § Street, Authorized Capital). }000. DRY GOODS ROOM, HUNTER BROS. 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Eddie ERB & FARMER Clariszo Jack JCWEIT 3 PAXTON Evélyn arranged by the guardi to the heir presumptive taking the em- press dowager’s p lace. ‘Through Sicepers With the inauguration of the “Imperial Limited” service the Canadian Pacific railway operate a through ‘sleeper between © Arrow- Lead and ‘Vancouver for the accom- of the K This will be a very great conven- —THE— \ MONTANA STABLES. HANDSOME SADDLE HORSIS STYLISH, TURNOUTS. |: ience to the travelling public. PHONE NO. 6: FOR:A GURN New York, June 20. —The-Chi- i nese consul at Havana, according to the Havana correspondent of the World, says. the empress dowager ot China is responsible for the pres- ent trouble. new government will be set up un-. He predicts that a der the leadership of Li Hung Chang and hints that he himself is uider orders to await telegraphic notification of these changes. He , says that everything will be arrang- ed to the satisfaction of the powers. > ussian Losses at Tako - St. Petersburg, June 20,—Vice Admiral Alexejeff, from Port Arthur, reporting the capture of the Taku forts, says the bombarding fleet was commanded by the Russian captain Dobrowolski,.as senior officer pres- ent. The Ru SHieutenants killed and 67 wounded. boat Giljak was seriously damage by a shell below the water line and The “gunboat Korejes was made to leak must be docked for repairs. _-in six places and had her cabin d stroyed, The gunboat Bobr was un- Besides the above, Ad- miral Alexejeff says the French war ship Lion, the British gunboat Al- gerine and the German gunboat Iltis, participated in the engage- damaged. ment. French are Stiliin the Bark “paris, June 20.—Up to noon to- sday the foreign office had received absolutely no dispatch from China _»and was quite in the dark respect- ing the state of affairs at Yunnan, where the French ‘consul is evident- The officials de- clare that ‘no negotiations are pro- ceeding between the powers regard. ing the measures to be ultimately ly still a prisoner. fled, one severely and. one slightly wounded, and 14 men The gun- d le- % Ce ——HOUDES——" : Straight Cut Cigarettes. MANUFACTURED BY _B.Houde & Cotnpany. Quebec” * Are Better than the Best. rf WHOLESALE. AT), ALL AND EVERYTHING WILL BE Sold at Cost and Les xt Don’t Miss - Miss this Chance { Come Early, as long as There are Sizes. Fixtures for Sale, Store for Rent. The Rossland Auction House, 42 Columbia Ave. B. BANNETT, Maw R NVATYETTTTTC TET NTTTT Offers special membership i in- ducements for a short time by Suspension of the initiation fee. 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SPRING, Next: door | to Postotiice, The peuling 2 Jeweler HE HAS ACCEPTED British Columbia. HIS SUCCESSOR AT OTTAWA coca! dccstetddolduchabecioa? ee for the Sickroom, We make it a point to keep a complete stock of carefully selected standard goods for the sick room Sponges, Sick Feeders, Throat Sponges, Hot Water Bags, Syringes, Ice Bags, Crutches, Breast Pumps, Bed Pans, Antiseptic Dressing, Spirit Storks, : Fumigants, Night Lights, Distetic Articles If you got it at GOODEVE’S, its GOOD. Goodeve Bros., Druggists and Stationers. _ Ap t Will Be Made as Soon as the Governor-General Returns and Approves a Few Theories on the Change, By Associated Press, Henri Joli de Lotbiniere accept the | appointment as ‘Sieutenant-governor _of British Columbia, the name ‘of M. E. Bernier, M. P. for St. Hya-| cinthe, is mentioned’ as. the new of inland Bernier Bargains at — M. J. O’HEAaRN's, 1am overstocked with Spring and Summer Goods and Spring and Surmmey fam, and a. fgine 2 make prices talk Men’ Eins Worsted Sults er Black, regular. Suita, for...---- $13.25 mig tse alee 7s Men's y arta value Tweed reat value, POU Safes forse 12.50 Boys’ Suits and Odd Pi at just half-the regular tice, A Complete Line of Miners’ Supplies always on Hand. -M.. J. O7HEARN, say ais. | Clothier and Outfitter, | 7°*= 750" is recognized as one of the old school of Liberals anda personal | friend ot Sir Wilfrid Laurier. i Later.—It. is understood that Sir Henri Joli has accepted the ap-* pointment and will leave for Brit- ish Columbia as soon as the govern- or-genéral, who is away, returns and sanctions the steps that have been taken in the matter. Montreal, June 21.—The Wit- ness this evening, discussing the reported dismissal of Lieutenant- Governor McInnes of British Co- lumbia, says the Dominion govern- ment should not act npon the peti- Ttion of a political party or of politi- cal parties of the province, no. mat~ ter how respectable or how strong; in that case they would be a PPA LAL LL ILL ALLL LAL /BOTH_ SIDES! Supposing. for the sake of argnment, that yon need a watch. There are two waysin which you could get one. Yon can buy it any place of anybody who happens to sell watches, or “ you can buy of a house which carries the largest stock in the widest variety ; a house of experience, reputation and a thor- ough knowledge asto just the watch which will meet your re- quirements. Our guarantee, which is virtually a trial for one year, goes with every watch we sell Jewelers mas EWERT BROS. a Engravers also. cal In that case, should McInnes fail a litical sides against the Statives of the crown. But if the government decides not to dismiss or recall McInnes at pres ent, they would be acting wisely. Continuing, the paper says: “The responsibility of the lieu- tenant-governor’s course must be accepted by the. Dunsmuir ministry, who must willingly or unwillingly acknowledge their, position -when the legisiature meets. If the legisla- ture refuses its confidence in the! Dunsmuir ministry, cit must. con-{ demn Li ernor Mci Sir Henri Joli de. Lotbiniere to Rule | Molnnes’ Dismissal—The Witness Evolves | Ottawa, June 21.—Should Sir “By Asnocigted Pea Egndon, June 2t—3/40 p. m,— The admicalty has received the fol- lowing lér-in- from the, chief in seven days, or from Tien ‘Fsin-in five days.” “The allies hold the Taku forts and: Tong. Ku’ securely, and they 7 jhen in sufficient -strength. Troops” “are “expected” from-Hong Kong tomorrow and 300 from Wei Hai Wer the. following day. It is believed that fighting is constantly proceeding around Tien Tsin. Our gatrisor’ there is said te be about 31990 men. ; “The following proclamation was agreed to this mornings to be issued forthwith: 46 ‘Phe- admirals-and senior naval officers of, the allied powers in China alte. known to all vice- al along the coasts to find advisers, the Witness con- tends that the Dominion govern- ment would be justified io recalling him. The paper adds that friends. QUICK WORK | Tel. No. 8 ransfer c. es @ vecular Stora; and prance bus De call at ba ae done. Li short pou a "Ore cont ‘We pay. damage done to anything we handle. able rates, no fire risk. “We act as shippers’ house, or ship any class of goods. WE SELL GOOD, DRY, SEASONED WO! Office: Washington St., opposite Bank of Montreal. JW. frartiine, Mer. of McInnes would do well to- urge him to resign. Six Persons Drowned. By Associated Press. Cedar Falls, Que., June 21.—. James King, a well-known lumber Quebec legislature for Megantic county, Mrs. Nolan, wife of King’s saw mills here, her son and three men named Joseph St. Pierre, Alfred D lain and Joseph Fournier, P. BURNS & CO. WHOLESALE MARKETS Nelson, Grand Forks, and Vancouver. —— Rossland _——_ RETAIL MARKETS Trail, Nelson, Ymir, Kaslo, Sandon, Denver, Silverton, Cascade City, Grand Forks, Greenwood, Phoenix, Midway, Camp McKinney, Revelstoke Ferguson, and Vancouver. —— Rossland, New William Donald, Mgr., Rossland Branch. all single, aged twenty, were drowned in Lake Metapedia while fishing, about four o'clock yesterday afternoon, caused by the boat cap- sizing, due to a sudden gale which sprang up. The accident was wit- nessed from the shore, but no boats were avuilable to rep- der assistance. ee Hooth's Losses fn Ottawa, By Associated Press, =~ Ottawa, June 21.—J. R. Booth will receive $202,000 to cover his lumber losses at the Hull-Ottawa fire in April. This amount, how- ‘They reduce insurance: give your home ort business place & Brighter ye may ways. Electric Power supplied for Mining its expensive and dangerous, to say Don’t Burn Oil “222 Use Electric Li ie Tse Electr Lights money in ace, Steam Fixtures carried in stock. and Manufacturing purposes. le or rent. ItIs much cheaper than steam. Motors for sal arin case of trouble w with ith Tights telephege | Noses Gr, rohetwer 8a. m., and § p.m. Estimates furnished for Wiring and Lightiog, Rossland “Water and Light Go. ever, will not cover half what he lost in connection with lumber de- stroyed and he estimates his total loss on all property destroyed at $350,000 over insurance, ————— Death of Count Maravl. & By Associated Press. St. Petersburg, June 21.—The Russian minister of forgign affairs, Count Muravieff, died suddenly this merchant and ex-member of the} . roys. Sand au and in the cities. and provinces of Chiaa that they intend to use armed force only agai t the ‘Boxers and people - thi Oppose them on the in for the rescue of thei’ [fellow countrymen.’:” The date of. the above despatch from Taku is not given, but prob- ably4t is June 19. spatch from Rear-Admiral f “Taku—There has been no com-|* will-adyance to the relief of Tien |: ALLIES TO ADVANCE ON TIEN TSIN |The Admirals Declare War Against the Boxers Only. HOLDING TAKU FORTS Forces Are Gathering for a Cot- bined Advance on the Chi- nese > Capital. No News From Seymour. Shanghai, June 21.—The: British destroyer Whiting, at. Chee Foo; reports that nothing has been heard irom Admiral Seymour's force tor six days. The French consul wires that the British mission at Tsang Chow has been looted and the missionaries conveyed to an‘unknown Place by a Chinese general. Japan Murries Preparations, Yokohama, June 21—The reports of the murder of, foreign ministers ate Pekin. and‘the death of Admiral Seymour, although viewed with sus- picion, have. created a profound sensation. The press expresses the opinion that Japan must, with or without the consent of the powers, adopt active measures. The naval and military officers are very busy. Probably the whole Hiroshima divi- sion, under command of General Fukishama, will be afloat within a few days. The Russian cruiser Rurik has arrived here with the new Russian minister to Japan and leaves for Taku today. Li Remains at Canton. Hong Kong, June 21.—Reports have been received here, from Can- ton that, owifg to the representa- THE CHOICE MADE McKinley and Roosevelt | Nominated by the. Republicans. CONVENTION OF ONE MIND ‘ThefPresidential Ticket Named by Acclama- tion Amid Soanea of Wild Bnthosiasm—The Blephant, as the Party Emblem, Stalks ‘Through the Hall. . By Associated Press. Philadelphia, June 21.—William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt were unanimously nominated Re- publica for presid and vice-president respectively. Philadelphia, June 21.—The last session of the Republican conven- tion opened with the immense hall crowded with delegates and specta- tors, i When nominations for president were called tor, Senator Foraker of Offic took the platform to nominate’ McKinley.’ The’ first* mention of the president’s name was the signal for a tremendous outburst of enthu-. siasm. The nomination of McKin- ley was seconded by Governor, Roosevelt. of New York, Governor Mount of Indiana and others. When the roll call for the vote was completed, Chairman Henry Cabot Lodge announced that Mc- Kinley had received the unanimous vote and declared him the candi- date of the Republican party. for president, for the term « beginning March 4, 1901. ‘The was received by the vast™ concourse” of people with unbounded enthusi- asm, delegates and spectators, men and women, standing on’ chairs. or rushing about the hall like so many wild people. A -huge counterfeit lephant, the emblem of Rep strength, was brought into the hall and carried about amid shouts of laughter and applause. Theodore Roosevelt, governor of New York, was nominated for vice- president. by General: Lafayette Young, of Iowa, and the nomina- tion was seconded by United States Senator Chauncey M. Depew, of- New York. Roosevelt, like. Mc- Kinley, received every vote of the convention and Chairman Lodge’ d the ination. as un- 1, ad. tions of the foreign Is, LiHung Chang has consented ta remain in Canton. 7 animous. Another scene of uproar and excitement fallowed the an- and at 42:47 p. m. the ‘THE GRITS ARE KICKING Whey Object to. an Eastern Man for Aeutenant-Governor Soecial to the Kucorp. ‘Victoria, June 21.—There is some indignation among local Grits, be- cause of the fact that the position of lieutenant-governor has been. filled by an eas cand the dissatisf tion is intensified by the fact of the appointment of easterners to all civil service and other federal ap- pointments_ which British Colum-}. bians are compétent to fill. _ Boers Surrendering to By Associated Press. Volksrust,° June 21.—General Buller has arrived at) Zand Spruit station and camped two miles fur- ther on the western side of the rail- way. Many Boers met General Buller on the road and surrendered their arms and horses. ad and Development company,. has falién through and a call has now been issued for a meeting of stock- holders to be held on Monday next, convention adjourned sine die. MAYOR HARRISON'S VIEW. Sure of Bryan's Rlectiom on Account to vote on a plan ofre-9 ization The plan is to capitalize the re- organized company at $750,000, in 3,000,000 shares of 25 cents each. Of these 2,222,400 will be given in exchange for ‘old stock, share for share, on the basis of 20c paid up, the remaining 5c being payable in The r ing stock is to be held in reserve in the treas- ury. The first call will be 1c, pay- able on exchange of the stock, the balance to be paid in calls of half a cent at intervals of not more than two months. A second meeting to confirm the action of the first will be held on July 9. Well Known Rallroad Man Dead By Associated Press. Portland, Or., June 21.—W. Me- millan, general freight Te MEORGANIZE HAT Prepesal to Mute Stock Anscasable Submitted toSteckholders Another mining company is to be rerorganized with assessable stock. The deal to raise funds for the de- velopment” ‘of the Maple Leaf claim in Summit camp, : which was voted on at the recent meeting of the morning. Rathmullén Consolidated Mining agent of the Michigan Central, is dead here from pneumonia. Cases in the Police Court John Davis, charged with vag- rancy, was dismissed by Magistrate Boultbee on his. promising to leave town today. John Dawe, charged with being drunk and incapable, was remanded till Saturday. or s By Associated Press. New York, June 21—Mayor Car ter Harrison, of Chicago, when asked last night what he thought of the Republican platform, said’ that he had not read it thoroughly, though he did not believe it would attract many votes to McKinley. “Bryan is'suce to win anyway,” he said, ‘‘platforms are not issues, and the people nowadays vote for those who, they think, will best represent them. The fight this year will largely be one of personalities. Colonel Bryan's personality, his in- dividuality, is attracting votes -to him, while’ McKinley repels them, Througt the west, th ds of men who were against Bryan four years ago are with him now. In Chicago particularly, McKinley is losing ground rapidly.” Incrcassin Hank Raroings By Asacciated Press. Toronto, June 21.—The annual meetings of the Bank of. Toronto, Standard Bank and Imperial Bank of Canada were held yesterday. The statements were of the most en- couraging nature, showing a large ‘| tocrease in earnings.