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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1900
Page
1
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The text lists several names tied to mayoral and county roles and includes garbled references to election matters. It references cold weather and forecasts with scattered phrases about temperatures, winds, and possible freezing conditions, indicating a mixed public notices and weather snippet.
Reports from February 17 describe General Roberts retreating northward toward a refreshed line after a Boer withdrawal, with General French linking contact. A Boer wagon train heads toward Bloemfontein while British forces reconsti tute supplies and remounts. Public jubilation spreads across London as editors hail Roberts, though Boer pressure along De Aar threatens supply routes.
The dispatch reports Field Marshal Lord Roberts dispersing the enemy from the southern Kimberley area and occupying their sound, with General French noting the pursuit from Jacobsdal to Oliphantsfontein and captures of camp and ammunition. Casualties are reported across ranks. Kimberley is described as cheerful and well.
A Portsmouth dispatch reports the admiralty issued orders to fully crew and ready for sea seventy seven reserve battleships cruisers and torpedo boat destroyers. The move is seen as a step toward commissioning the entire reserve as soon as possible.
The Commercial Cable Company announced at 2 pm that telegrams can be sent to Kimberley South Africa at sender’s risk and must not exceed twelve words. This allows Kimberley to receive telegrams directly, broadening communication options for residents and businesses.
London February 16 The House of Commons debated the supplementary army estimates of 13 million pounds amid protests from Irish benches over closure. Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman denounced conscription by ballot as undignified while Mr Balfour rejected panic and urged practical suggestions. The measure passed by 213 to 32 amid Irish opposition and a report-progress motion defeated 231 to 40.
London February 16 reports by Associated Press correspondent from Ladysmith detailing a dramatic escape on February 1, arrival in Durban February 9, noting quiet after heavy cannonade, Boer forces observed north of Splenkop, and hoped relief from General Buller. Soldiers endure horse and mule meat diet, improve camp health though fever persists, vegetables scarce, prices high with eggs at 36s per dozen and small fowls at 18s 6d.
From Jacksonville Nebraskan leader William Jennings Bryan travels by rail to Florida cities including Brooksville Ocala and Winter Park. He meets officials and supporters, speaks at multiple stops, dines with lawyers, and plans two talks in Tampa and a speech in Jacksonville after a brief rest in Brooksville. Relatives and local figures accompany him.
In Frankfort Kentucky February 16 a truce postpones the ham suit and slows state office litigation. Attorneys from both sides meet to consolidate injunction cases to avoid clashes across courts and consider submitting all matters to a neighboring circuit judge, excluding Jefferson and Franklin counties.
Louisville February 16 Democrats decide to adjourn to Frankfort but lack a senate quorum to implement the plan. Both houses meet and adjourn until tomorrow as Democrats in the house are without a quorum and the senate is short due to committee duties. A concurrent resolution to resume sessions at Frankfort is expected to pass.
The injunction suit of Governor Beckham against Governor Taylor and Lieutenant Governor Marshall was postponed to February 21. If no agreement is reached, the case will be heard before Judge Contrill at Georgetown, Ky. on that date.
The State Department will investigate ex-Consul Macrum in response to anticipated congressional inquiry. The inquiry will cover all aspects of the allegations in his statement and scrutinize the handling of consular mail and cable service.
Judge William H. Taft of the U S circuit court of appeals and newly named Philippine commission president departed Cincinnati for Washington tonight. He will stay about a week for meetings with the president and cabinet officials as commissions members are expected to be appointed and the commission's work outlined after talks with congressional committees.
Buffalo N Y February 16 cable dispatch was refused by the Durham censor. Frank H Nelson formerly of Chicago sent the message to Miss Aldwywith Bond of this city then in London en route to the Transvaal to wed him. Miss Bond studied music in Buffalo New York Paris and New York. She met Nelson in London on his way to Pretoria. In October she planned to join him but war declaration halted the voyage.
Washington, Feb 11. Amos Cummings is hailed as a potential vice presidential pick, with supporters in New York and the south praising his democracy and labor ties. Senator Platt says New York could still supply the candidate, while various colleagues weigh Cummings against Van Wyck and other contenders.
Jackson Mississippi February 10. State Senator R Bradley a floater member from Warren and Hinds counties was shot in Raymond by Mrs da V Bolls who accused him of causing her downfall and sought indictment for unlawful cohabitation. She drew a pistol and shot him then tried to stab herself before restrained. Bradley’s allies say the grievance is blackmail.
Business leaders in Atlanta press a businesslike council. The Atlanta Business Men's League and Chamber of Commerce plan to nominate representative merchants for the city council. A ten member committee will solicit consent from prominent business men to run. The chambers pledge cooperation to bring out a ticket of experienced city professionals.
A special messenger bearing the Frick bill in equity and related documents travels to Dungeness Florida to aid Carnegie in preparing an answer to the suit against Carnegie Steel Company. The papers include an iron clad agreement, limited partnership laws extracts, and firm signatures. Judge Reed will join Carnegie there tomorrow.
Raleigh February 16. Special: Joseph J Laughinhouse a noted North Carolina farmer and politician was attacked by six men on the highway near his home and robbed of 31 10. They threatened death and fled. A special train and guards pursued the suspects. Laughinhouse has long faced threats and attacks linked to his anti crime efforts and past officials.
Norfolk Va February 14 It is said that the entire pine lumber interests of Virginia and New Carolina have been pooled J O G Whit Camden NF is reported to have been the promotor and to have consummated the deal at the Waldorf Astoria hotel New York Thursday
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