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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1900
Page
7
British forces reported to have regained control of the Orange Free State with Lord Roberts advancing toward Pretoria. News recounts anticipated proclamations abolishing the old Free State government and promising amnesty to surrendering burghers, while Mafeking remains a focal point of concern and relief timelines are discussed amid ongoing warfare.
A report from General Roberts notes seven British officers and forty three men wounded at the hospital in Broemfontein are cared for. He states wounded Boers will be allowed to proceed to their homes instead of remaining prisoners at Hoon, as they may leave the hospital.
Lord Roberts transmits General Gatacre’s Stormberg defeat report and faults the campaign for relying on faulty ground information and guides. He says Gatacre should have halted or fallen back rather than press into difficult terrain under Boer fire. The critique blames long marches and mislead guides for the failed operation.
In Dublin on March 1 the lord mayor presided over a meeting where a committee was named to receive the queen and £1400 was subscribed for decorations.
In Bordeaux three ringleaders two students and a clerk were sentenced after the riotous demonstration against the British consulate. Windows at the consulate and the consul residence were smashed. They received short prison terms fines and were ordered to pay court costs.
London reports Lord Roberts plans a rapid advance to Pretoria after Bloemfontein as British troops rest briefly. Gatacre holds Bethulie while Brabant and Clemente advance, forming a 12 000 to 15 000 strong force to replace Roberts’s units and press northward toward the capital of the Orange Free State.
News from Cape Town reports wide celebration as Bloemfontein fell to British forces. Port Elizabeth fired 21 guns at 11 pm, crowds cheered, and the mayor was borne to the town hall amid demonstrations. General holiday proclaimed and relief widespread among civilians and rebels.
London dispatch reports General Clements crossed the Orange River and began repairs to the Norvaispont railway bridge, enabling traffic toward Cape Town. Bloemfontein gains rail link as Proclamation encourages burghers to surrender and return to work. Boers from Bloemfontein and Aliwalworth refuse council at Kroonstadt summoned by President Steyn.
The German consul delivered a dispatch to President Kruger stating Germany and the emperor are willing to aid in friendly mediation once fundamental conditions are met and both sides show a desire for mediation. It notes Britain may be asked directly via London or a neutral third government, with concerns about suspicions and motives. The republics’ appeal would be transmitted to Austro-Hungary and Switzerland, whose interests the German consul monitors.
A mass meeting in Dublin denounced the corporation's act of voting an address to the queen. Attendance was small with at most about 3,000 present. Mayor John Daly of Limerick spoke in support of a resolution protesting the decision. After the meeting, several dozen marched to the mansion house in hooting but no disorder occurred.
On March 15 at Bethulle Orange Free State General Gatacre arrived to find the town nearly deserted after Boers fled upon news of Bloemfontein occupation. Boers rumored to have retreated toward Denetsdorp. Reports say President Kruger annexed the Orange Free State to the South African Republic.
Jamestown Cape Colony March 15 There was great zeal at Ailwal worth when General Brabant troops occupied the place Commandant Quver Boer commander apologized for Boer actions in recent days saying he could not control his men The British are entrenched on the Orange Free State side of the Orange river Boers hold a hill before them General Brabant hampered by lack of artillery having only two fifteen pounders
London March 17 The Morning Post reports Spenser Wilkinson arguing that the Boer commander in chief faces difficulty in devising a satisfactory operations plan. He estimates Boer forces at about 40 000 men and says Boer positions can be turned before any frontal attack is made, urging readiness to meet the attack.
Wilkinson argues the Boers can only delay by retreating and seeking time. The plan stresses Britain must push the war vigorously, keep navy and home defenses ready, and anticipate foreign intervention or complications.
Bethulie March 16 General Gatacre’s scouts occupy Springfontein as the country clears of the enemy. The main column pursues close behind the scouting party.
The Outlook comments on Lord Salisbury's reply to the United States mediation offer. It notes McKinley must avoid outside good offices while facing the November election and expresses preference for Pauncefate over Sackville-West in Washington for required tact and firmness.
Berlin reports a warning that a British cruiser may search the German steamer Kalyver to seize Boer delegates seeking European intervention. The move risks souring German British ties and strains government relations amid ongoing South African conflicts.
The Times of London comments on Germany’s meat inspection bill and tariff policy. It warns Germany could harm itself by provoking the United States and provoking retaliation that would hurt German sugar interests, shipping, and foreign relations.
Lieutenant Victor Blue of South Carolina has been chosen as flag lieutenant to Rear Admiral Kempff, who has been assigned to command a division of the Asiatic squadron. Blue gained fame for his naval exploits in West Indian campaigns during the Spanish War. Reported from Washington on March 16.
Washington marenav. The first private oil day under the new rule saw two hours of debate on a bill to pay Representative Swanson of Virginia 1200 for extra expenses in his last Congress contest. Opposition grew, the measure was withdrawn. Six minor bills passed.
The Times Herald reports plans by Chicago labor unions to organize coffin factories grave diggers and all burial rites from cradle to grave They aim to place union labels on caskets enforce union coffins for interments and ultimately unionize grave diggers in Chicago cemeteries to ensure every burial uses union made goods
Washington March 16 In the senate executive session Mr Fairbanks pressed the nomination of Hon W D Bynum as appraiser for the New York portion but Democrats objected and the bid was laid over to the next executive session.
Elmira city chamberlain Frank E. Bundy, a former clerk, admits a shortage exceeding $30,000 in his accounts. He had run as a mayoral candidate and lost in charter elections. A council committee will audit the chamberlain books as bondsmen appoint James B. Rathbone to oversee the office.
New Orleans reports from steamer Arselm that Costa Rica President Iglesias suspended the constitution and proclaimed himself dictator until Mora threat is settled. The constitution has been abandoned for two weeks and invasion concerns drive the action.
Ex-President Cleveland Dr Bryant and ex-Secretary Lamont joined by ex-Senator Camden sailed from Palm Beach for Bay Biscayne fishing. They returned with a barge catch including several king fish. The party headed back to Palm Beach tonight.
President Purse of the Savannah cotton exchange is in Washington finalizing plans for Admiral Dewey’s Savannah visit. Congressman Brantley, slated to respond to a banquet toast, is ill and will not speak. The Dewey party departs Sunday night after two days in Savannah, then proceeds to Macon and Florida.
Havana anger grows over strict quarantine as steamers sail with full passengers and bookings extend into the month. U S traffic to Cuba remains high while local press and merchants urge earlier relief. Capitalists scan Cuba with land purchases at Nipe Bay by a major fruit firm.
General Humphrey, quartermaster at Havana, reports to the war department that Secretary Boot will leave Havana on the transport Sedgwick tomorrow for Charleston to inspect the newly constructed fortifications.
Samuel G. Hatch will be succeeded by F. W. Harlow as assistant general passenger agent of the Illinois Central, effective April 2. Hatch leaves Cincinnati for Chicago to take a post as first assistant general passenger agent of the Illinois Central.
Louisville reports Lieutenant John B. Galleher of the Fortieth Infantry was mortally wounded in hand to hand fighting near Nueva Cace reg in Luzon on February 20. He died February 24 from bayonet wounds. The war department informed his relatives. Remains may be sent to Manila then the United States. Family wishes his burial beside Bishop Galleher at Cave Hill.
Secretary Hay and Lord Pauncefote signed protocols at the state department extending the ratification window for the reciprocity treaties with the British West Indian islands. Ratifications now due within twelve months, or as soon as possible, while the senate considers the pacts behind the French reciprocity treaty.
Chairman Ray of the House Judiciary Committee appointed a special committee to study trusts. Members include Republicans Ray of New York Jenkins of Wisconsin Overstreet of Indiana Littlefield of Alabama Terry of Arkansas Lanham of Texas and Democrat Elliott of South Carolina. The panel will consider a bill and resolution relating to trusts.
Disjointed notes reference Montgomery and Hon. Marc Ham Youngbreed with mentions of treasury, administration, and a convention. The garbled text implies a political context and a candidate leading a faction, but many phrases are unclear or corrupted.
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