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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1900
Page
2
The ad proclaims the Almyr treatment cures catarrhal conditions of the head throat and bronchial tubes. It offers free treatment before January 7 and lists numerous symptoms to help readers identify their catarrhal issues.
A medical notice argues that consumption stems from untreated catarrh. It asserts catarrh creates raw spots in the breathing passages that allow germs to enter, and that treating catarrh prevents lung disease in patients already under care at the offices.
An advertisement promises absolutely free treatment through January 7 for catarrhal trouble and related lung diseases. It emphasizes the offer cures patients free of charge and urges readers to understand the terms for those showing listed symptoms.
Suffolk county Hibernians pledge a fund of 50 000 dollars to aid Boer sick and wounded. Seventy one divisions appoint a general committee to raise the money and plan a public meeting in Boston to secure wider support. Officers named include James J. Lanigan president and Denis D. Driscoll secretary.
British reconnoissances north of Dordrecht retired after engagement with Boer forces. Reports of Mafeking sortie questioned. Rebellious Dutch colonists, railway disruption, and naval gun operations described with dettagli. Dispatches note difficult night maneuvers, reinforcements, and fragile communications as Boer activity intensifies.
Cape Town authorities urge home guards nationwide as tensions rise in the South Africa war. Boers and Dutch colonials clash with patrols near De Aar and Victoria road while British officials tighten helmet rules and monitor treason cases involving De Beers solicitor Michan.
A large New York gathering at the Academy of Music heard Irish societies, Senator Mason of Illinois and Congressman Sulzer, and others denounce Britain’s war on the South African Republics. Justice Fitzgerald presided and praised the farmers of the Transvaal for defending property and liberty.
The army notes field guns silenced by flank attacks while guns of position outrange field artillery. The mounted infantry adapt to novel conditions as the campaign may revolutionize warfare. They vow to endure hard knocks and demand leaders adjust to the new reality, with a reckoning for those who falter.
A dispatch to the Daily Mail via Lorenzo Marques says British heavy cannon is being destroyed before a final sortie. Transvaal agents hoard milk sugar and coffee, raise prices, and seek shipments by French and German steamers amid looming shortages. Bechuanaland looting and Boer aid are noted as Cronje moves south to meet Lord Methuen.
A Sioux County Iowa report says an entire regiment of soldiers is en route to join the Boers in the Transvaal. Organizers plan to ship them in small groups from Orange City and nearby towns with money raised locally. Drilling has been under way in remote county areas.
Conan Doyle writes to defend the war office figures from what he calls unjust hysterical and cowardly attacks. He praises the mobilization and despatch of a large force to a distant destination in a short time and asserts experts confirm Britain’s field artillery remains among the best in Europe.
Queen Victoria’s health worsened prompting a sudden move from Windsor Castle to Osborne on Thursday. Doctors fear dangers of opiate treatment amid persistent insomnia and call for sea air to aid sleep while Sir James Reid returns from honeymoon to accompany the Queen. Court officials plan to stay at Windsor until January if possible.
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