03 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1899
Page
1
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Reports from Cape Town state British casualties at Modder River total 434 with 73 killed. General Methuen wounded slightly, delays in bridge reconstruction noted as reinforcements and Highlanders move to secure lines. Canadian marksmen and troops pushed toward Orange River to protect communications amid renewed activity near Natal and Colenso. Amid war news, coal rate increases and unrelated notices appear in the Atlanta press.
A Taylor delegation of about 60 arrived in Frankfort to monitor the state election board. They expect no action before Monday and plan to stay to ensure Taylor’s rights are not denied. Democrats and Republicans alike doubt the board will send the matter to the legislature, with a certificate likely for either Goebel or Taylor.
General Joe Wheeler reports in a personal letter from Angeles Luzon that many island tribes reject Aguinaldo's rule. He says Aguinaldo and his generals seek power and soldiers enjoy authority from war. He accuses some fighters of robbery and murder and warns withdrawal could trigger warfare and anarchy.
Lieutenant Colonel Beverton of the Twenty fourth Infantry, temporarily insane, shot himself at Santa Thomas near San Fernando Luzon at 6 this morning. The War Department dispatch from General Cusson Manila dated Dec 2 notes insanity preceded the act and references Aringay's capture.
Secretary Root’s first annual report surveys insular policy and army reorganization. It details volunteer regiments abroad, the Philippines campaigns, and the February insurgent outbreak. It notes tempo in Porto Rico civil administration, self government efforts, troop health, and minimal disease mortality in the Philippines. A separate item notes a lone bandit robs a car.
Amid heated debate in the hall of representatives, Democratic members caucused to choose officers and speak on candidates. Key figures included Richardson of Tennessee, DeArmond of Missouri, Hay of Virginia, and Metcalf. Nominees surfaced for speaker and other leadership posts as factions argued over who should lead the party in the next session.
A masked white robber halted a Southern Express train near Aranchville last night, forcing Messengers Hamsey and Rhodes to surrender $1,700 from the car's safe while the conductor stood by. The thief fled on the track as the train slowed, with the sheriff and six men pursuing. another safe valued at $3,000 escaped notice.
Charles Potter Jr., noted printing press inventor born 1824 in Madison County, N. Y., died today at his Plainfield New Jersey home after a long illness. He worked with Babcock and Walter Scott presses, improving machinery and later running his own business.
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