Boers Ready Second Army Near Bloemfontein
London reports Boers assembling near Bloemfontein to oppose Lord Roberts with an estimated 60,000 to 70,000 in the field. Cronje defends ten days, while Buller presses Ladysmith as Mafeking remains silent. News notes Boer offensives, retreating British forces, and supply concerns as the siege continues.
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London
Bloemfontein
Lord Roberts
Pretoria
Lourenzo Marques
Ladysmith
Cronje
Cronjn
War Office
Buller
White
Mafeking
The Favorite Prescription for Women Hailed as Remedy
An 19th century style appeal argues women suffer from headaches irritability and nervousness due to uterine weakness and disease. It promotes Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription along with other remedies claiming to restore health and vitality and aid motherhood, citing a testimonial from J Carliste of Manchester Tennessee.
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Nera
Nero
Carliste
Heq
Manchester, Coffee Co
Teun
Sofice County
Pleree
Budion
French Forces Mobilize Forage and Depot Strategy
The article notes French and Infantry units must forage for horses and transport animals. Tong marches grow harder, requiring garrisoned depots as campaigning season ends and a harsh rest period for men and animals begins. The Daily Chronicle cites private letters claiming British rifles and ammunition landed on Cape Colony's southern coast for Dutch colonists.
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Daily Chronicle
Cape Colony
Cronje Not The Last Hope In War Says Montagu White
New York February Montagu White the Beer Representative declares Pretoria impregnable and argues Cronje’s sacrifice will only delay war. He says the war ends only when Pretoria falls and US mediation is the only hope. He cites Britain’s need for the United States and criticizes European intervention prospects. Also mentions Grove’s Laxative Firomo Quinine Tablets with signature on box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montagu White
Pretoria
New York
Cronje
Lord Roberts
Ransvaui
Loers
Europe
Russia
William
United States
Ingland
Washington
Hay
England
W. Grove
Burghers Leave Ladysmith In Boer Retreat
A London despatch reports 6000 burghers have left Ladysmith for the Free State as Boers concentrate near Bloemfontein. The Free State government moves to Windburg while reinforcements pass Bloemfontein hourly. Steyn telegraphs Kruger that Roberts is near Bloemfontein and calls for universal male mobilization. Steyn may favor peace. Mafeking burghers prefer defending farms to further fighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lourenzo Marques
London
Lorenzo Marques
Ladysmith
Free State
Bloemfontein
Winburg
Steyn
Kruger
Lord Roberts
Colenso
Mafeking
PAZO OINTMENT Guarantee Promise for Piles Cure
All druggists are surprised by the PAZO OINTMENT makers who refund money if it fails to cure any pile case. Cures ordinary and worst cases in fourteen days. One application brings ease and rest. A new discovery and the only pile remedy sold with a no cure no pay guarantee. Price 50 cents. If not in stock, send 50 cents in stamps for mail order. Manufactured by Paris Medicine Co., St. Louis, Mo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tay
Paris Medicine Co
St. Louis, Mo
National Party Disrupted in Havana Civil Strife
Havana February 26. The national party faces a major split as seventy of 190 delegates resign with expectations of thirty more. Most resignations come from newly enfranchised Cuban Americans who may form a distinct party and ally with autonomists, reshaping Cuban politics. General Maximo Gomez and Mayor LaCoste declined offers to lead the organization, while veterans show limited political support amid a racially diverse membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
National Party
Ofp
Cuba
Senor de la Torre
Maximo Gomez
LaCoste
Gomez
Society of Veterans
Lkely
Cuba- American Party
Claims for damages by Spanish American War encampments
Secretary Root sent to the House lists of damages claimed by citizens injured by United States troops during the Spanish American War. Total requests reach 182,008 with state totals including Florida 9,189 Georgia 11,140 South Carolina 26,082 and Virginia 14,055. A draft bill seeks authority to examine claims up to January 1 next and certify results to the Treasury for payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Secretary Root
House
United States
Florida
Georgia
South Carolina
Virginia
Secretary of War
Secretary of the Treasury
Daly Denies Bribery Charge Conflicts with Clark
The jurist Daly states in several instances his account conflicts with Mr. Clark regarding the bribery case. Prosecutors and defense present opposing narratives as the trial proceeds with testimonies and cross examination.
Daly Testimony on Campaign Contributions Roils Senate Hearing
Marcus Daly the Montana mining magnate testified before the senate elections committee and admitted contributing between 20 000 and 25 000 to prosecute the Clark senatorial case while denying any conspiracy. He defended his funds as payments for campaign needs and claimed he did not influence Montana judiciary or lawmakers. The hearing featured laughter and sharp cross examination as Daly described past conversations and the involvement of Cam pbell and White side in the campaign finance.
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Washington
Marcus Daly
Montana
Senate Committee On Elections
Daly
Clark
Corbett
Netherlands
Senate
United States
Mediciary of
Hoar
Campbell
Whiteside
State Committee
Faulkner
Silver Bow
Mr. Faulkner
Mr. Daly
Pres
CSE
Fie
Himaalf
Cullen
Anaconda
Amalgamated Copper Company
Toole
Anaconds Company
Mr. Clark
J. R. Toole
Mr. Toole
Scott's Emulsion claims superior cure for coughs
Scott's Emulsion asserts it cures coughs quicker and better than any cough mixture. It also claims to enrich the blood strengthen mind and body and provide vigor. It argues standard cough mixtures do not cure deep seated stubborn coughs.
Daly Denies Conspiracy Links in Montana Legislation Probe
The testimony centers on accusations of a villainous conspiracy amid the 1881 capital contest. Daly denies malice toward Clark, asserts no personal grudge, and claims he spent no money to influence House Bill 124. He states mining interests funded allies and recalls no prior pledge to oppose Clark with payments.
Canadian cuts his throat on public road
In Birmingham on February 26 Thomas R. Wilson a Canadian miner from Montreal attempted suicide with a razor on a public road between Pinckney and Blossburg. He was brought to the medical college in dangerous condition a passing minor intervened and knocked the razor away before Wilson struck again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Thomas R. Wilson
Pinckney
Blossburg
Wilson
Medical College
Montreal
Government bonds rise amid call for refunding demand
Government bonds advanced a full point in New York as 1907 and 1925 issues with 5 percent coupons posted record highs. Analysts attributed the rise to expectations of heavy future call for bonds when refunding law takes effect and banks can issue par value circulation. The 4 percent 1825 and 43 of 19M bonds also marked historic highs amid bank borrowing tied to anticipated demand.
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New York
Opera Hona
Democrats Declare Elected In Kentucky Contest
The state contest board awarded certificates of election to all Democratic minor state office contenders. After swearing in they went to the state house to press a demand on Republican incumbents for possession, which was not granted. Named sworn in include C. B. Emm for secretary of state, Robert J. Breckinridge for attorney general, Gus Coulter for auditor, Wilbur Hager for treasurer, and H. V. McChesney for superintendent of public instruction.
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Kentucky
Boyle County
Gus C. Coulter
Graves County
Wilbur Hager
Boyd Count
H. V. McChesney
Livingston County
Dewey Prize Money Ruling by Court of Claims
The United States Court of Claims rejected Admiral Dewey's contention that the Spanish fleet was superior at Manila Bay and awarded him 9,570 dollars. The decision excludes shore batteries and torpedoes from enemy force. Counsel for Dewey may appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Court of Claims
Washington
United States Court of Claims
Admiral Dewey
Manila Bay
States
Supreme ‘Court
Senator Jones Sets Democratic Platform Foes and Silver stance
St. Louis report notes Senator J K Jones, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, declining to tie campaign focus to imperialism, pledging support for expanded commerce while hinting that silver or anti trust stands may shape the party platform. The visit coincides with his son James K. Jones Jr. marrying Annie Taylor.
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St. Louis
J. K.jones
Democratic National Committee
Democratic Party
United States
Republican Party
Bryan
National Committee
Senator Jones
James K. Jones, Jr
Annie Taylor
No Right to Ugliness Health Advice Ad for Electric Bitters
An advertisement claims a run-down woman can improve health and appearance by using Electric Bitters. It links weakness to nervous irritability and skin trouble, arguing purifying the blood and regulating stomach liver and kidneys will create strong nerves, bright eyes, smooth skin, and a rich complexion. Price listed at 60 cents.
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Senna
Hood
F. B. Emerton
Auburn
Alleged Dynamiters Caught in Mobile Arrests
Police arrest L. Cohn John Williams and W H Hall believed to be involved in overpowering a night watchman and trying to blow the American Bash factory safe in New Orleans. A valise with nitroglycerine dynamite fuses tools was found. Cohn claims to be a moulder and Williams an engineer. They were found in a boarding house on lower Government street after a tip.
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Mobile
Ala
L. Cohn
John Williams
W. H. Hall
New Orleans
Cohn
Williams
Men Inn
Lower Government Street
Trust Committee Forms to Reorganize Company
New York February 2 a trust reorganization committee launched to reshape the company and stabilize business. Members include Samuel Thomas Edward Simmons Brayton Ives J Edward Simmons Warner Vannorden Willam Lawrence Bell and Thomas A McIntyre George William Ballou is secretary. February 26 set as stock deposit deadline. Ballou says receiver appointment was demanded by creditors and accepted by the committee as the only viable solution given imminent obligations, especially in the west.
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New York
Samuel Thomas
Edwin Gould
J. Edward Simmons
Warner Vannorden
Brayton Ives
Willam Lawrien Bell
Thomas A. McIntyry
George Wiliam Ballou
Ballou
West
Naval Estimates Not Sensational In House of Commons
In the House of Commons George J. Goschen, First Lord of the Admiralty, says naval estimates are not sensational, totaling about 40 million pounds with additions. He rejects mobilization now, notes Britain faces no naval menace, and outlines plans for a naval reserve, export controls, and continued shipbuilding alongside rising foreign programmes.
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London
House of Commons
George J. Goschen
Admiralty
Mr. Goschen
Great Britain
Europe
Goschen
Canada
Australia
Ceaing
France
England
Bartlett Attacks the Tariff Bill in House Debate
Mr Boutelle of Timats argued against admitting Porto Ricans and Filipinos to free labor competition, warning imperialism risks to citizenship and rights. Nebraskan Sutherland praised resisting imperialism as a republic issue, with a 1898 echo. The House adjourned at 5 10 p m after more speeches.
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Boutelle
Timats
Porto Rico
Democratic Party
Texas
Spain
Mr. Beutelle
Sutherland
Nebraska
Effort to Annul Monster Contract in Equity Suit
In Pittsburgh on February 1900 a bill in equity was filed to annul a coke contract dated January 1 1899 between the H C Frick Coke Company and Carnegie Steel Company limited. Plaintiffs seek injunctions and an accounting alleging fraud and list Frick Coca Company stockholders Schoonmaker Walker and Pontefract as plaintiffs. The case ties to tensions between H C Frick and Andrew Carnegie and targets losses to non Steel Company stockholders. Carnegie Steel Company is described as owning a majority of coke company stock and dominating its directors.
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Pittsburg
John Wieer
Andrew Carnegie Wits
L. Schoanmaker
John Pontefray
H.C. Frickley Company
Coke Company
Carnegie Steel Company, Limited
Ommon Pleas
H.C. Frick
Andrew Carenegie
Mr. Frick
H.C. Frick Coke Company
Thoms Lynch
H. C. Frick
Geo
Steel Company
Carnegie Steel Company
Lmited
Steel Cmpany
Frick Coke
All Steel Company
Coke
Scho
Fayette
Pennsylvania
Carnegie
Dlmlted
Ance Negre
Ag Aires
Question of Annexatio and local meetings in Macon area
Fragmented notices describe annexation talks, rural delivery debate, a funeral, building work, and inspection events in Macon Georgia. Reports mention city council meetings, a county rural route change, and temporary appointments. The mix lists civic actions, a funeral service, and construction plans with several local figures named.
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Macon
Thomasville
D. J
Mehra
Wodt Street
Maruca
Verge
Alexander Blair
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Carnegie Company
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Frick
Macon City Council
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