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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1900
Page
3
British forces battle weather and Boer withdrawal near Bulwana. Storm drives townspeople indoors as horsemen cross open ground to monitor retreat. Bulwana gun kept under watch and fired at intervals overnight. Lord Dundonald pursues, with 4000 garrison troops moving toward Hlandelaagie to cut off the retreating Boers.
In New York on March 4 during the 122nd Robert Emmet anniversary events at the Academy of Music, W Bourke Cockran attacked Washingtons stance toward England over South Africa. He argued the United States must stay neutral but warned the claimed Alaska boundary dispute and a delayed claim could have altered events, accusing McKinley of surrendering foreign policy to London.
A Times dispatch from Offenteingated dated March 2 reports growing telegraphing difficulties as the army advances. Forage for horses is nearly unobtainable, and enemy positions are not precisely known. Generals hover near the British line and a clash is anticipated at Abrahamskraal near Paardeberg where Joubert is said to amass troops from Ladysmith and adjacent Boer forces. President Steyn visited the Abrahams kraal February 27 urging Bouters to remember Mafuta and strike Cronje.
Widespread unrest breaks out as Dutch rebels incited by Bondites attack loyalists celebrating Ladysmith relief near Graaf-Heynet, injuring many. A similar riot hits Stellenbosch while Griqualand rebels reinforce at Eendardt after a sharp conflict with Prieska area forces.
An old advertisement touts Botanie Blood Balm as a universal remedy for blood disorders and skin ailments. It claims to drain humors from the blood, offering permanent cures and a health glow, with free samples and mail-in personalization.
Four hundred refugees from Kenhardt have reached Carnavon. Natives in the district are reported restless while Kaffi’s forces advance southeastward along Vanwyks Viel toward grain stores.
War Office transmits Roberts message from Osfontein dated Sunday March. Cronje and 4,000 prisoners express gratitude for British kindness. Clements reports Achtértang held and Joubert railway to open. Norval's Pont bridge under enemy presence. Gatacre notes Hoers at Sturmberg dwindling. Baden-Powell says Mafeking intact February 16 with matched defender activity. Osfontein scene unchanged though heavy showers improve grazing for horses and transport.
Spenser Wilkinson in The Morning Post from London discusses Boer forces and front reports. He estimates the Boers cannot field more than 40000 men against Lord Roberts unless Natal is abandoned and notes two strong Boer rear guards at key passes.
Abandonment of Rensburg admitted by the Boers as Cronje surrenders at Colesburg the Orange River bridge remains intact and British forces push north. King Kruger calls burghers in Natal to stand firm while Boer sympathizers seek U.S. mediation. Boers issue identification cards in Transvaal. Telegraph line cut between Maseru and Miseru.
Miss Kattie Swain of Batesville Arkansas traveled to Duncan South Carolina to marry M Butler after meeting years ago. They refused a street ceremony and later had the nuptials performed at a hotel by Rev A J Thomas DD, editor of The Baptist Courier, in Greenville.
The German postal service demands unsealed mail to the United States. Emperor William II will vow an oath to naval recruits at Wilhelms Haven today. M Ward is named general manager of the Chicago and Southern railroad based in Muncie. Mautin, Pan-American Canals Company president, arrives from Havre aboard the La Champagne. Wreckage washes ashore at Quonochontaug Beach. C Haskell of Rockland reportedly wrecked. Large cotton mills in Pueblo and Orizaba Mexico plan temporary closures due to high cotton prices and will liquidate stock.
Dublin February 2 letter from Irish leader Mr Dillon denounces Britain’s war on the South African republics as unjust and criminal. He urges liberal opinion in Britain and abroad to support the Boers, arguing England seeks control of mines and laborers’ wages, and invokes American liberty as a parallel for aid to two small nations fighting for liberty.
The will of H M Comer, president of the Centre of Georgia Railway, was sealed by the ordinary for probate in Savannah on March 4. It outlines a large estate, with an annuity of 75 dollars to his wife and a plan to divide the estate into five equal shares among five children, with provisions for timed withdrawals at ages 21 and 30. Executors named are Misa HH M Comer, Wer CT Comer, Mr Comer g brother, Mr H Comer his son, and B A Denmark, who also act as trustees.
A Washington meeting of Afro American leaders endorsed challenging Louisiana’s suffrage clause. Not tied to the National Afro American Council, the group pledged funds and arranged legal action to bring the constitutional issue to the U S Supreme Court, with organizers in New Orleans ordered to implement the plan immediately.
Archbishop John Hennessy of Dubuque died Friday night after a third stroke. A lifelong educator he founded a major seminary, guided Iowa Catholic growth, and was revered as a leading theologian and orator. Funeral set for Thursday with Archbishop Ryan delivering the eulogy.
Rev George Vahey of St Johns Cathedral denounces Sapho and The Degenerates as signs of a pagan spirit fueling immorality. He urges barring abroad the actress and calls for a theater abstention during performances of such plays in Cleveland.
Juarez business men held a mass meeting to petition President Diaz to abolish the free zone surrounding Juarez sixty miles south of the Rio Grande. They argue the zone harms local merchants and manufacturing by hindering shipments to the interior and to the United States due to duties. A committee was named to draft a petition and report next Sunday.
Sir Weetman D Pearson arrives on Cunard Lunania to oversee Tehuantepec railroad docks project bought by Pearson & Bon of London. Docks at Coatzacoalcos and Salina Cruz planned to handle large vessels with direct ship to rail transfers, completion targeted in two years.
In Washington Alabama Republican leaders signed a written compact to settle party contests. A 21 member panel from each side will determine all contests the day before the state convention. Credentials and county representation rules aim to prevent public scandal and maintain orderly conventions. William Youngblood withdraws from national committeeman race.
In Birmingham and across the state the gubernatorial candidates press hard and tour widely. John W Tomlinson campaigns actively seeking strong support to win by the first or second ballot. General Shelley heads toward convention with sufficient backing for a first ballot victory. Jesse Stallings expects key votes on the first ballot. Charles Waller from Hale County is uncertain about a first ballot win, while Samford of Lee County remains confident. Candidates fan out with literature and personal outreach to win influence.
Three notable Montgomery property sales report in the business district including the Pollak building corner Perry and Dexter bought for 20000 by Mrs Samiact Marks and Mrs Elizabeth Bragg, the corner opposite Pollak for 24000 by Vie Harry Howard of New Orleans, and the Cameron house by Dr B J Baldwin for 2000. A new fifty ton cotton seed oil mill is planned by Dr H C Tennille and J S Stanton. Also a 3409 seat auditorium to open March 13 with Theodore Thomas orchestra. A receiver is sought for Standard Building and Loan Association. Birmingham prepares a new opera house with dedication by Colonel Jus Rhodes and partners.
A new state bank is organized at Luverne with a cash capital of 10000 dollars. Incorporators are energetic and responsible local leaders in a thriving farming area. The move aims to boost local prosperity and support the growing community.
Grand juries across five of seven Blue Ridge counties have endorsed Judge George F Gober and Solicitor General Thomas Hutcherson for reelection with Milton Cherokee Forsyth and other counties likely to follow. No opposition is anticipated as juries praise their fairness integrity and public service throughout the circuit.
In Coffe county Pearson Georgia two parties, Democratic and Populist, are evenly divided and waiting for initiative. Populist readers urged debate with Tom Watson, who attended court for the McHue murder case. He was there for business, not as a political oracle. Watson has repurchased his library and returned to law and happiness, with possible political moves after the 16th.
Joe Copper a negro boy died today from a pistol wound inflicted last night by Jim Thomas, also a negro. Reports conflict on intent, with one saying a quarrel over a woman led to an intentional shot and another claiming an accidental discharge while inspecting the pistol. Copper died from the abdominal wound. Thomas was arrested in Hamburg across the river. An inquest is set for tomorrow.
Doctor J Newton Hathaway promotes his electric belt and cabinet electrical machine as superior to others for treating varicocele kidney and urinary diseases rheumatic and nervous disorders lumbago and chronic weakening conditions. He offers in person and mail treatments from Atlanta with free consultation and claims twenty years of practice backing results.
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