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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1900
Page
1
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An incoherent article fragment references Armory events and a ghostly figure ruling a town. It mentions dates in March, dubious rail plans, and a mix of names, places, and numbers. The text hints at political tension, local lore, and rumored payments, but lacks coherent narrative.
A long debate over venue ends with Kansas City chosen to host the Democratic National Convention. Delegates argued over dates May July or Independence Day and the City’s rail, hotel and telegraph facilities, with Milwaukee remaining a strong rival.
The report describes General Cronje hemmed in by British infantry and artillery, asking for an armistice to bury the dead. Lord Kitchener refused the request, Cronje insisting on fighting to the death as British forces press the siege. The piece notes shifting plans, casualty tallies, and a race for concentration as Boer and British forces maneuver near the Modder River.
Battle narrative from Paardeberg Drift and Klip Drift describes General Kelly-Kenny and Cronje forces clashing as BritishMounted infantry, Highland brigade, and other units enveloped Boers along the Modder river. Heavy shelling, fierce fighting, high casualties, and a night march foretell possible disaster for Cronje with reinforcements urged and reports of water shortages and desertions. London dispatch notes African press critics urging action.
The house committee on library favorably reports a 600 dollar appropriation for design work and a memorial for General Grant in Washington. Rep Mercer of Nebraska introduced the measure, which reviews Grant’s life, faults, and achievements and notes existing monuments to him in the city and at nearby memorial sites.
Clarke son of a Montana senator testifies before a committee about political contributions and expenditures in the Montana campaign. He offers a detailed itemized statement showing receipts and expenditures totaling up to 118000 dollars amid allegations by witnesses including Whitewide Hewitt and Benatar Myer.
The daughter of General Frederick Dent Grant of the United States Army, Princess Cantacuzene, who had been seriously ill with pneumonia in Petersburg Leortsars, shows improvement today. She remains under medical care as the health status progresses.
Henry Clay Miner theatrical manager and former congressman died suddenly at his River Side Drive home aged about fifty eight. He collapsed while preparing for a drive with his wife. Miner owned multiple theaters including Miner’s Bower and Eighth Avenue Harlem theater and had managed many stars such as Penny Davenport and James A Hearne. He served one term in Congress and had extensive investments in film and theatrical ventures.
Colonel Bryan spoke at the Opera House and a large crowd gathered for an overflow meeting. Attendees included prominent Columbus figures. a Rankin House banquet followed as part of a city event marking a noted political showing with escorts from the committee and visitors from nearby towns.
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