28 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1900
Page
1
An article recounts a physician describing home remedies and patient recoveries for ailments labeled as female diseases. It emphasizes noninvasive care and personal testimonies from several patients over many years.
In Washington on February 27 the house heard Carmack of Tennessee oppose the Porto Rico tariff bill arguing it sacrifices American principles for new possessions. Clayton of Alabama read Payne’s 1900 letter urging free trade with Porto Rico and noting Philippines tariff limits. Other members urged opposition while Cumberland and Payne’s name appeared in relation to the debate.
Lord Roberts reports General Cronje capitulated unconditionally at daylight and is a prisoner in the camp. The event, coinciding with the Majuba anniversary, sparks cautious British jubilation and broad press reception across London while signaling potential end of the war.
Andrew Carnegie writes to a Republican in Washington praising McKinley’s handling of the Cuba Philippines and Porto Rico crises. He argues for American control of a canal and stresses true Americanism lies in strengthening American power on American soil over distant possessions. He doubts adopting the treaty would help the forthcoming campaign.
The annual conference of the department of superintendence of the National Education Association opened in University hall Chicago with a large audience of distinguished educators. E Benjamin Andrew of Chicago delivered the welcome and Augustus S Downey spoke for the delegates.
In Honolulu surgeons report the first use of anti plague serum on two patients. One died, the other improved slowly. Dr Carmichael notes higher serum doses may be needed, with two new infection centers near Chinatown and a total of 8 cases and 50 deaths since December.
London celebrates General Cronje's surrender as a decisive war moment though streets show little outward excitement. War office postings spark bursts of enthusiasm while Mansion House crowds cheer "Brava Roberts" and "Majuba" as news spreads, signaling likely rapid end to hostilities.
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