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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1900
Page
5
A British situation is described as mystifying and interesting by observers noting perplexing moves and unclear aims. Analysts weigh strategic options as public curiosity grows over the developing matter.
Colville and French rejoin the main army as Schreiner nearly faced rough treatment by a Cape Town crowd. dispatches describe Boer raids to disrupt Lord Roberts's northward advance, the British focus on remounts and transport losses, and front-line debates over Roberts policy toward Free Staters amid the besieged Mafeking.
Berlin reports that German consul Malcomess in East Cape Town was insulted by a mob and burned in effigy. The Berliner Tageblatt notes the incident, warning that if true it will interest the German foreign office and prompt action.
London April 4 General Colville and General French have abandoned pursuit of the Boers east of Bloemfontein and rejoined the main army. Lord Roberts likely judged it useless to send 10,000 to 12,000 troops into the wilderness with transport in a perpendicular direction. The Boers may have moved elsewhere, complicating the strategic picture.
In Missouri elections on April 4 many towns saw nonpartisan races. In Dixon the Poor Man's Ticket defeated the Rich Man's ticket as part of an statewide pattern where party lines were absent in numerous local contests.
A letter from Mrs. Rev. Walker of Fillmore Montana praises Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription from Buffalo New York. She says she used two bottles since October and gave birth to a nine and a half pound boy after half an hour of labor with no one present but her husband. She urges expectant mothers to use the medicine to shorten labor and ease pain. She also notes Dr. Pierce offers free advice by mail and promotes the Common Sense Medical Adviser.
Full returns show Republicans carrying many towns including St Joseph Sedalia Carthage Mansfield and Cape Girardeau while Democrats win in Independence Springfield Marshall Fulton and several others. In Kansas City James A Reed Jr. wins mayor as Democrats sweep most of the council seats.
New Orleans reports a San Francisco couple attempting suicide after the doctor Vincenza Vaccari and his wife fled to travel abroad. The wife survived when the corset stopped the blade, the man cut his throat and both are guarded and to be sent to an asylum. Vaccari’s mind collapsed during the trip as the wife’s vigilance endured and they plan recovery after travel.
National committeeman James M. Guffey of the Pennsylvania democracy states Democrats in the state are firmly behind Bryan and say Admiral Dewey's candidacy will have no effect on Pennsylvania Democrats. The state convention will reflect this instruction.
Kansas City directors of the Convention Hall Company plan to begin clearing debris and rebuild the hall before July 1. Aware of funding, they expect subscription of necessary funds to proceed without question.
Washington April 4 Peace was restored in the Senate today as discussions of the Quay case continued and Mr Wolcott apologized for yesterday s language While efforts to fix a time for a vote on the Quay matter persisted the Spooner Philippine bill was set as unfinished business and action on the Alaska mining bill was postponed Eighty one private pension bills were approved and the session adjourned at 4 40.
Representative Nerwood of Alabama has telegraphed all absent members of the house to remain in Washington until the vote on the Porto Rican tariff bill. The message aims to secure a quorum and swift action on the pending tariff measure.
A 16 year old tinsmith from Brussels attempted to shoot the Prince of Wales as he walked at a station. Four chambers discharged, two misfired, revolver cheap six chamber model. Lipido declared he would kill again if given a chance and blamed the prince for slaughter in South Africa. Authorities and labor groups denounced the act. Belgium condemned the cowardly attack.
The Prince of Wales arrived in Cologne at midnight amid a late hour no reception. He remained self possessed after the attack, while the princess was alarmed but recovered quickly. He received a dozen telegrams of congratulation from European princes on arrival.
Queen Victoria lands in Dublin for the first time in 39 years. Crowds cheer as she travels from Kingstown to Phoenix Park, wearing shamrocks. The procession features Lord Mayor, constables, and the Inniskilling Fusiliers as guards of honor. Her reply expresses gratitude and hope for a pleasant stay in Ireland.
A major blaze described as raging in south Macon began around 1 a.m. It has already leveled nine residences with more at risk. Some homes are insured, others uninsured. Origin and total loss are not yet known.
Paul Jones of Johnston's Station Liberty county sold three car loads of old iron not his property. He attempted death by taking cocaine, was revived after six hours, and jailed on warrants for larceny after trust and cheating and swindling.
Athens Ga April 4 The report on the late Exchange bank's affairs by experts Messrs S H Askew W F Parthurst and A J Haltwanger shows errors totaling 11130 36 with 346 deducted on balance footings. The bondsmen of the late cashier will be asked to cover the shortfall.
In a heated session members and spectators argue over the Goebel law as pro and anti Goebel factions accuse each other of bias. Mr Wheeler defends the law while Mr Pugh challenges misrepresentations and recalls Kentucky political violence. The exchange ends with the chamber adjourning at 4:55 p m.
Senator Bacon and other leaders dismiss Admiral Dewey as a serious presidential possibility. They note his hero status has faded as his recent remarks are seen as a misstep. Analysts say neither McKinley nor Bryan camps will back him, and no independent run appears likely.
Bishop Candler presided as the one hundred sixteenth annual Baltimore conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South convened in Washington on April 4. Rev. James E. Armstrong was re elected secretary with nominating power for his assistant. committees and officers were named, and reports from church and missionary leaders were read.
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