Boer resistance and possible capital relocation in South Africa
Dispatches from the war front indicate Pretoria may be evacuated as British forces advance, with Kruger vowing to fight while riflemen stand. Envoys describe a movable capital led by Kruger in a bullock cart and a continued but limited resistance. Some sources hint at guerrilla warfare, but leaders and observers doubt such folly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Africa
Pretoria
Transvaal
Johannesburg
Kruger
Chamberlain
Fieg
Farnham
Surrey
Alick
Thea
Martha
Sunday Post
Reverendum and the Tax Referendum Debate
The Boston tax rate bill is postponed for a Sunday recess to gain public reflection. The piece urges lawmakers to refer the measure to a popular vote, arguing officials without direct Boston stake should defer to taxpayers. It cautions against imposing high taxes and loans by a Republican mayor and urges trust in the people’s decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
House
Board of Aldermen
Meyor Hart
Hasel Nomination Sparks Senate Protest
The appointment of John R. Hasel of Buffalo to the new Federal District Court in New York has stirred a strong protest, with critics arguing it represents a deepening spoils system and favoritism in this administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Hasel
Buffalo
Federal District Court
Senate
Sisten
McKinley Appoints Local Boss to Federal Bench
The piece argues President McKinley violated norms by naming a local party boss to a life appointment on a U.S. court, a move condemned by the Bar Association of New York and many critics. It questions whether Senate confirmation will follow party courtesy or oppose the choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant
McKinley
United States
United States Senate
Bar Association of New York
Hasel
Senate
Miles Receives United States Lieutenant General Title
The Senate revived and awarded the rank of lieutenant-general in the army to General Nelson A. Miles, a Boston native. He is the first civilian-origin officer to hold the army head by right of rank, with a career spanning the Civil War and Spanish War. The piece praises his merit and notes other local interests and anecdotes from political life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Washington
Nelson A. Miles
Miles
Boston
Army of
United States
West Point
Army of the Union
Alger Cabal
Eight Hour Day Bill Advances in Massachusetts House
The Massachusetts House approves Careys Bill for an eight hour day for state and county employees, signaling progress in liberal labor legislation. The measure faces the Senate as a possible obstacle, yet advocates argue shorter hours boost efficiency and living standards, with the state shouldering a leadership role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Carey
Senate of
Massachusetts
House
Observant Citizen Notes Social Exchange And Local News
A Tremont Street encounter prompts reflection on smoking and generosity. Reports include Jay Hunt sailing for Europe June 2, lawyer Thomas J. Barry's slow recovery, a Haymarket fire at Reynolds causing smoke and a runaway sealskin sack, and Peter F. Kelley returning from a four month wedding trip with stories of travel across the south west and Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter F. Kelley
Charlestown
Boston
Mexico
The Summer Girl's Preliminary Prep
A playful verse from the Chicago Herald mocks the summer girl by describing her not packing, not seeking travel, and instead being found on the links to accumulate a tan. The poem contrasts conventional summer pursuits with the speaker’s satire of fashion and leisure.
Fragmented Newspaper Snippet with Quotations and Jokes
A collage of humorous lines from various papers include a waiter described as a demon from head to foot and quips about a little flirt, plus sharp remarks on politics and ministry. The fragmentary text mixes comments from Chicago News Philadelphia Bulletin Washington Star Detroit Journal Chicago Times and Harlem Life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago News
Pedelphia Bulletin
Feu
Vaire
Teaar
North Amer
FBI
Chicago Times
Detroit Journal
Brown
Smith
Jones
Hariem
Men of Many Callings and notable figures praised
The piece highlights diverse talents and honors around influential individuals. Sousa and his band gain acclaim in Paris while a celebrated living organist, a director from Montana, and Vice-Admiral Bien receive praise. Acknowledgments reflect cross‑field recognition and cultural appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris
Barkey
Cture Gallery
Sousa
Paris
Pavis
Adirondack St
Creupe
Robert B. Smith
Montana
Clark
Tne
Roger Ane
Ty m. Almos
Bien
Mary Brent and Ethan in a Revolutionary Valley
In a Potomac valley Mary Brent, pledged to John Brent, faces wartime trials as her husband and father fight for independence. Ethan White, an Englishman by birth but American by choice, seeks Mary’s favor while a perilous pursuit tests loyalties. John returns to join the Continental lines as Mary forgives Ethan and Washington settles him as a captive until the war’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Brent
Valley of the Potomac
Mary
Father
Ethan
John Brent
John
Red Coats
Brent
Ethane
Ethan White
Ste
Washington
Priline
Fragmented World War Era Editorial Errata Note
A garbled clipping discusses America preparing for possible war and references Admiral Dewey with a cane, a postmaster oath, and a newspaper purchase in Indiana. It hints at public interest in accountability and political figures while noting arrests related to government robbing cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hea & Tor
Ork World
Admiral Dewey
Jackson
Neleveland
Firat Goremn
Perry Oath
Uncle
Ind
Charles F.eely
Eely
Odd Bits of News and Lost Waifs in Australia
A fragment from a period piece notes that orphans are cared for in Australia, with waifs taken to receiving homes until country placements are found. It also mentions a country scene, a damaged surface fix, and an economist’s view on coal prices affecting industry, amid varied regional observations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Gerard Ce Medi
Daily Tal y Table Hints and Recipe Fragments
Fragmented text lists dishes and kitchen actions with scattered phrases about batter, ovens, and puddings. Mentions Roxbury Massachusetts and street name ATEVENBON. Content is garbled and lacks coherent narrative.
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Boston Post
New England
The
Cece
GE Cde
the Sunday Post
Mkinley
Frank Peabody
Gardner
Senate Chamber
MacCartney
Little Mouse
Waltham
Hve
City Point
Long Pier
Joseph J. Healy
Dartmouth Street
Somerville
Joe
Observant Citizen
Tremont Street
Jay Hunt
Europe
Mr. Hunt
Thomas J. Barry
Haymarket
Reynolds
Nella Webb
Miss Webb
Desirer
Andrew J. Lloyd & Co
Opticians
Covurn Stationery Co
Cornhill
Thorp
Martin Tamle
Milk Street
Bag
Chicago
Mes Berald
Miss Eldridge
P. Eldridge
Boston Police
Ginot Street
Neponset
the Super
Mise Maude Midridge
Bidridge
Countel Thorp & Martin Co
Birsie Potten
Eee Greet
Allston
Pocketbooks
Short Martin ¢ CO
Bat Biscuit
Roxbury
Mass
Springfield
Yesterda
Boston Albany
Fischer
Ireland
Elks
Washington, D. C
Naphen
Corbin
Fifteenth Infantry
Fort Ethan Allen
the Elks
Granites
Rd & Taylor
Laea
Percy Russell
Heaven
Alexander Allardyce
Paine Furniture Ucs
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