21 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1900
Page
1
A brief notice from Windsor reports England learning of Lady Smith relief efforts. The item notes the location Windsor and mentions the relief endeavor in connection with Lady Smith.
A block of historical OCR lists various small goods priced at ten cents each. Items include marshmallows, soaps, spools, pins, paper, needles, brushes, gloves, elastic, suspender sets, belts, buckles, straps, cologne, and more. The list implies a thrift shop or catalog style sale with uniform pricing.
An unsigned bulletin from Windsor town hall notes Ladysmith has been relieved. London reports the news as current while the War Office has not confirmed it, yet public belief centers on Queen Victoria foretelling the relief of Ladysmith.
Private telegrams from Berlin report Gen. Cronje in a bad position and surrounded, with a Berlin rumor that a time limit to surrender has been imposed. The dispatch confirms yesterday's fear of a decisive setback for Cronje and hints at urgency from German sources.
London reports no official news on Cronje's army with persistent rumors of action in progress. Col. Plummer moving to relieve Mafeking is said to have been surprised by a night Boer attack at Crocodile Pools, where the Boers were strong.
Bellicose clash described with British troops advancing through barbed wire as Boer dogs alarmed. Boers open fire and detonate dynamite mines. British retreat following the blasts.
From Ladysmith on February 21 reports say Colenso and Loers have silenced the long-range threat from Bulwana hill. Buller’s guns now reach the Boer positions and relief is anticipated within two days.
By Union Associated Press from Arundel February 21 reports a determined Boer assault on General Clement's camp was repulsed. The attack involved a large force and marked a sharp clash in the campaign.
British infantry endure harassment from a gun and Vickers Maxim crew before the weapons are silenced. The assault is renewed with renewed pressure as defenders hold.
From London dispatch the Union Associated Press reports that General MacDonald commander of the Highland Brigade was severely wounded in battle yesterday. The loss of the famed commander impacts the northern front as troops rally around new leadership.
A Durban despatch reports General Buller crossing the Tugela at Colenso overnight and placing about four thousand troops on the north bank. Hart's brigade is across, engineers repair the railroad bridge, and Pon toon bridges enable heavy guns to be moved. Boers offer limited resistance as Buller presses toward Ladysmith.
Catskill New York February 21 F R Mungen longtime manager of the American National Express office in Catskill was found with a bullet wound to the temple in Prospect Park Police say his accounts came under inspection amid rumors of shortage The body was discovered early this morning by a passerby Friends believe financial troubles led to the act and that the investigation followed their concerns about the accounts He had served twelve years in the position and the office was reportedly under scrutiny by auditors
Henry Mime colored from Shelby received two heavy sentences in police court this morning. He admitted breaking into an L and N freight car and carrying concealed weapon after being found asleep on pig iron in the round house yards. He got six months hard labor and fines totaling 85 dollars.
A committee briefing indicates a meeting of Democratic leaders in Washington is planned for tomorrow with discussions expected on strategy and policy directions. Key members from party leadership will participate.
Washington February 21. The Democratic National committee meets at Raleigh house to decide the time and place for the west convention. Bevan may be renominated by acclamation and the Chicago platform of 1896 with an anti expansion plank is expected to anchor the national platform. The committee considers an information bureau to study trusts costs and wages with a push for an earlier convention.
Pupils from the local schools prepare to mark Washington Birthday with community activities and sing alongs. Teachers coordinate programs and arrange small ceremonies at the morning assembly.
Tomorrow marks Washingtons birthday and Arbor Day observances in Anniston with morning exercises at Anniston College and Noble Institute. Pupils plant trees after programs featuring readings songs and flag songs with classes across primary junior and senior levels participating.
New York February 21 officials of the Medico-Legal Society held an extraordinary meeting on Studies on Tuberculosis Its management and modern treatment Leading American scientists contributed papers on hospital construction successful treatment methods disease individualization climate change in therapy and toxoid use from a scientific viewpoint
Lime available in bulk from ANNISTON Live AND Sronu Co. 10th Bt. 1 Wilmer Hotel. Eliminate barrel costs by buying bulk lime now. Contact for pricing and delivery options.
Julius Levy announces a refined line of spring suitings and trouserings featuring foreign and domestic weaves. The new woolen stock will arrive shortly for the season.
When you need coal, order from Anniston Ice Co for steady fuel supply and dependable service. Contact details provided for local customers seeking reliable coal deliveries.
The meeting of yarn mill subscribers to form permanent organization is set for tomorrow at 4 o clock in the vacant store room at Tenth and Noble streets. It was moved from 11 o clock due to Washington birthday exercises in schools. The project promises benefits for Anniston and audience turnout is urged.
United States Consul issues circular to merchants about recent seizure of merchandise from New York. He will receive sworn declarations from interested parties.
New York headlines a press club dinner at Delmonico's with Arch bishop Corrigan Senators Depew Mason Miles Villard Rev Irving and generals Herritt Philip and reformer Wise among those invited and prepared to speak. The Star notes one cent a word in its cheap column.
In a city court session Judge Lapsley ruled for the An niston Foundry and Machine Works against Southern Railway, awarding $15.88 for freight overcharges on two coal cars from Blossburg. The bill of lading listed 50 cents per ton, but 70 cents was collected, with the railroad bound to the rate shown. Other decisions included Farwell vs. U S & N W Association for $130.91, and a divorce decree for Blanton vs. Blanton. several cases were passed.
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