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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1899
Page
4
An advertisement notes that kidney trouble harms both women and men, dulling mind, ambition, and cheer. It promotes Swamp-Root from Dr. Kilmer & Co. as a remedy, claiming quick, steady relief and offering a sample bottle by mail with a pamphlet of testimonials.
London reports a serious reverse at Magersfontein under Lord Methuen with heavy losses including Gen Wauchope and the marquis of Winchester. Estimates place British forces around 11,000, with uncertain enemy casualties, as fear grows over Mafeking, Ladysmith, and Gazacre’s danger amid the Boer War.
Mount Vernon hosted a nationwide Masonic centennial ceremony marking the death of George Washington. Delegations from U S and Canadian lodges attended at the tomb, with McKinley and other dignitaries delivering tributes as Masons from grand lodges across the country joined the solemn observance.
London dispatches describe growing alarm over British setbacks at Colenso and Magersfontein with losses, heavy guns left, and calls for larger forces. The war office announces major reinforcements under Field Marshal Roberts and Lord Kitchener as Britain mobilizes virtually its empire for the South African theater.
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