17 Mar 1900
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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1900
Page
1
London dispatches report a complete Boer resistance collapse with Generals Lucas Meyer Schalk and Berger surrendering to Roberts. Free Staters also surrender in large numbers as Basutoland forces await terms and a Kruger peace offer is anticipated. Four hundred Free State troops surrendered yesterday in response to Roberts proclamation.
Gatacre's scouts entered Springfontein today with the main column following and prepared to advance into the country now cleared of Boers. Reports from Beehulie note a delayed dispatch marking the march as forces push toward newly liberated territory.
London dispatch says eight hundred Boers from Bloemfontein reached Basutoland and a northern contingent awaits British proclamation terms to surrender. Rumor also swirls that President Steyn is prepared to surrender. Also notices a dairy man job listing at Clearbrook Farm Anniston Alabama with references and wages expected.
London dispatches say Mafeking has fallen and Commandant Oliver evacuated the front north of the Orange River with several Boer surrenderings. The War Office has not confirmed the claim, but sources deemed authoritative report the relief.
London marks Saint Patrick era with Shamrocks worn by English people. Union report notes green flags and wreaths at Windsor Castle as tributes to Irish gallantry and unity in wartime spirit.
Subscriptions to the Anniston City Land Company total $55,000 with about $25,000 more expected. A meeting is set for Tuesday at 3 o'clock in the First National Bank office to finalize bona fide subscriptions and capital stock arrangements.
London reports credibly that about three quarters of the Free State troops have laid down their arms. Remaining burghers are described as poor whites with little to lose, signaling a major shift in the conflict.
St Patrick's Day is being observed with emphasis on beer sympathy events. The report notes customary gatherings and local participation.
Milwaukee on March 17 observes St Patrick's Day as a national display of pro Boer sympathy. The Ancient Order of Hibernians launches fund raising with meetings and a Davidson Theatre program. Proceeds go to the Boer Red Cross Society for Transvaal hospital corps relief.
City court grand jury in An niston Alabama adjourned after examining 155 witnesses, filing 45 true bills from 59 complaints. Report praises law observance, notes issues with liquor, public drunkenness, and calls jail repairs and cleaner jail yards. Also commends county offices and inmates at the alms house. Continued on fourth page.
Messrs. W. E. Hulsey and W. L. Jones of Hulsey & Jones expand their operations by adding life, fire and accident insurance to their real estate business. The firm represents top insurance companies in the country and offers hauling services. Donahoo & Co. telephone 82.
The First Baptist church Woman's Missionary Union schedules a Week of Prayer from March 19 to 24 at six homes. Each session at 3 p.m. discusses topics such as Our Home Board Special Fields and Special Needs Foreign Work Cuba The Colored People Our Cities with various leaders guiding attendees.
London buyers purchased an estimated twenty tons of genuine Irish Shamrock and sixty tons of cover in the week ending March 17, reflecting strong demand during the St Patrick's period. Local merchants report steady sales and large florists note growing orders.
New York on March 17 reports the Friendly Sons of St Patrick will hold their 116th annual dinner tonight at Delmonico's. Speakers include Gen Merritt Gov Roosevelt Augustus Van Wyck and Senator Depew. Esmondson and Anderson are noted for hawling services.
Louisville march 17 Powers and Culton faced potential liberty if they waived examining trials but they refused bail insisting on hearing the evidence first and proving innocence.
Hon Daniel Jones census supervisor will meet Tuesday at 19 oclock with applicants for enumerator posts. Meeting at Tenth and Noble corner room to discuss census scope. Census starts June 1 with fifteen days in city and thirty in country. Anniston districts outlined. total thirty enumerators at 50 to 100 dollars each.
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