Heavy Fighting at Karee Siding Near Mafeking
Reports from Bloemfontein detail heavy fighting at Karee Siding six miles north of Glencoe as Lord Roberts reportedly advances on Pretoria. Indications suggest British movement north, with Boers retreating in a feverish campaign. notes mention Rhodes, Baden Powell, and Lord Gatacre amid London talks.
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Mafeking
Loxbox
Karee Siding
Glencoe
Bloemfontein
Pretoria
Thaba N'Chumip
Baden Powell
London
Rhodes
Gatacre
Madeira
British in Danger as Ashanti Troubles Escalate
Ashanti region notes renewed British menace with 300 Nigran troops sent by land toward Gaman to quell unrest around Ashanti. British residents report recrudescence of hostilities near the Mekos frontier amid unconfirmed rumors of Dahomey border tensions.
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Gaman
Laros
British West Africa
Ashanti
Steam Power Recalled as Vital Strength Booster
A fragmented ad style note extols steam as essential for vigor and energy. It likens steam to renewed life, claiming it restores inner power and force in men, urging readers to obtain the remedy by mail from the referenced adviser and brand.
Turkeys Means of Reprisal at Hand Uncertain Sultan’s Stance
From Nesisxotos April 20 report warns the sultan may trigger a rupture with the United States by renouncing treaties if pressured. It notes US demand of $100,000 and threats of Philippine unrest as leverage, while citing a Decatur Liberty clause granting American criminal jurisdiction in the Turkish empire.
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Turkey
United States
Philippines
Tagalos
Luzon
Philippine Islands
Decatur
Country's cotton supply methods to gauge crop size
In Wassixatox on April 20 the twelfth census managers deem current crop estimates unreliable. Estimates from ocular observation vary widely and miss parts of the crop. A ginning based reporting system is proposed, with a special expert to collect data from all ginning and baling establishments in the cotton growing region.
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Wassixatox
Society Circus A Success At Columbia For Hospital Benefit
A "Society Circus" in Columbia drew crowds and funds for Columbia Hospital. Prominent locals dressed as clowns and bank officials sold tickets and peanuts as part of a lively event that exceeded expectations both socially and financially.
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Columble
Coronata
Colunbians
Columbia Hospital
Vice National Bank
Red Inc
Destructive Pearl River Flood Swamps Louisiana Towns
From New Orleans to Pearl River area the flood reaches first floors of stores and halts all river traffic. Timber booms break up as thousands of dollars of timber float away and sawmills suspend operations. Bridges wash away and cattle and hogs are lost amid rising water threatening farms.
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New
Ortxass
Pearlington
Pearl River
Pearl 2
Flood Devastation Presses Jackson Rail Lines
Destructive floods in Jackson Mississippi and surrounding areas cripple railroad traffic due to washouts and missing bridges. Officials warn continued danger as rivers rise to record levels and trains fail to pass, leaving towns isolated and communications strained.
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Jackson
Miss
Crbh
Alshams
Sealk
Railroad and
Meridian area flooded as towns isolated by rising rivers
The April 20 flood at Meridian area grows worse with every report. The 18 mile inland region along the Alabama and Vicksburg lines isolates Hickory and nearby towns as waters threaten the Alabama and Vicksburg, New Orleans and Northeastern, and Mobile and Ohio routes.
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Meridian
Alabama
Vicksburg
New Orleans
Mobile
Ohio
Pany
Progress of Colson trial Parker gives damaging testimony
Frankfort April 20 Joseph O Parker of Mercer county testified first in the Colson trial describing a conversation between Scott and Golden shortly before a shooting. William Smoot overheard Scott and Golden near the Capitol hotel with Scott saying the trouble must end now and Golden cautioning not to let him get the drop on you. Chinn, a horseman, noted Golden and Scott near the dees case. Voutzey will be tried April 30. Franklin commonwealth's attorney sought indictment for Governor assassination. Governor W S Taylor not named in list of defendants.
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Acused
Frankfort
Joseph O. Parker
Mercer County
Colson
Scott
Golden
William Smoot
Franklin
Ospital Hotel
Smoot
Capitol Hotel
It Chinn
Jack Chinn
Voutzey
Resolutions on War Department Info and Office Rent
In Was burn April 20 Senator Bacon of Georgia offered two resolutions. One asked the secretary of war for information on civil service pay and regular pay. The other proposed a venture for rent of offices. Brownlow is in control. Evans faction bolts the convention. Republican state convention standings unsettled.
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Washville
Committee On Credentials
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