Abyssinia War Fears Rise As Menelik Mobilizes 100000
Reports say Menelik has assembled about 100000 troops with heavy artillery amid tensions between Ethiopia and European powers. Italian sources claim Italian envoys fear renewed intrigue, while France and Russia consider implications for the region. A Cape Coast dispatch notes Boer forces strengthening and British moves near Modder River as war fabrics intensify.
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Abyssinia
Antonelli
Wounded and Killed in Ladysmith Engagement
A war office despatch from Pietermaritzburg reports that on December 22 in Ladysmith, Lieutenant Colonel Fawcett Major A C King Captains Wathen and Oakes and Lieutenant Hulse were wounded. Nine NCOs and men were killed and ten wounded. the engagement had not been previously recorded.
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A. C. King
Wathen and
Oakes
Hulse
Woman From Ladysmith Arrives on Steamer
Halifax, N C Dec. One of the last women to leave Tradysmith on the steamer biontrose from Fax land today. Mrs Gracely, a Halifax woman, accompanied her husband to Ladysmith. She says the Leics shires saw much service and there were many wounded in the town.
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Royal Guards attend Windsor Christmas tree celebration
The Guards reserves from Wind ow serving in South Africa gathered at St George's Hall Windsor for the Queen's Christmas tree event. Victoria and the Duke and Duchess of Connaught along with Princess Henry of Battenberg and other royals attended. The royal household distributed tea with electric lights and gifts as the Queen showed keen interest in the festivities.
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Boers Moving Nearer as War Reports Signal Progress
London dispatch reports from a Morning Post cor respondent in Chileveley dated December 19 that Boer forces are advancing while the naval contingent continues shelling the trenches around Colenso and has destroyed the foot bridge across the river.
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Uncertain Parliament Grips Butler War Dispatch Dispute
London reports indicate parliamentary debate may focus on General Sir William Butler and his early war dispatches criticizing government actions. His cautions against attacking the Boers and alleged misdirection by the intelligence department drew government disapproval and were reportedly set aside.
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William Butler
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Four American ships captured by British cruisers off Africa
A British cruiser captured another ship believed American laden with Boer stores and took it to Port Elizabeth. This brings to four American vessels seized along the African coast, including the Beatrice Maria and Washona laden with flour from the Pennsylvania Milling Company to Delagoa Bay. Officials may seek to avoid entanglement with the United States by paying a liberal price for the seized cargoes.
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General Joubert Returns to Front After Recovery
Pretoria reports General Joubert has recovered and returned to the front. Special services were held in laagers yesterday to give thanks for victories at Colenso Stormberg and Modder River.
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Officials caution on European garrison in South Africa crisis
The Times cites an official source stating home authorities value India’s government support but deem further demands on the European garrison unwarranted unless unforeseen difficulties occur.
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Boston Theatregoers Flock To Zaza And Opera Busy Week
Boston patrons rush to see Mrs Leslie Carter in Zaza at Hollis while Paderewski recital draws matinee crowds. Reports note Sothern may play Hamlet and costumes prepared. Mentions Modjeska Becket Sharp and other stars, plus multiple shows at Hollis Grand Opera House Bowdoin and Castle Square Theater. week features include Little Red Riding Hood Greek Slave Shaun Rhue and The Plunger with Flying Colors.
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Tissot Exhibition Extended To January Eighth
The Tissot paintings exhibit in Providence will stay open until January 8 due to high demand. Despite holiday crowds, the Boston show will continue after Christmas with extended hours at 1 and 8:30 p.m. for private ticket holders and free access options.
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