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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1900
Page
2
The article recounts a tale of Cornelius Vanderbilt outwitted by James Fisk in a price war over grain. Fisk and Gould flooded markets with stock to thwart Vanderbilt's attempt to seize Erie, forcing Vanderbilt to back off.
The piece explains Lyddite as an extremely potent British explosive against the Boers, eleven times stronger than gun cotton. It kills primarily by atmospheric concussion rather than shell fragments, producing hundreds of pounds per square inch of pressure and destroying fire at distance. It is described as a combination of carbolic and nitric acids.
Norwood's advertises 50 and 52 values with embroidery sales and a focus on butter and groceries. The note frames Cole Bros as a destination for dairy and fresh goods while mentioning a high value embroidery sale at Norwood's.
Farce comedy Brown's In Town headlines Grand Opera House on Wednesday January 31. A new and original three act show featuring a mischievous Brown, clever young players, and several musical numbers. The plot centers on a young man secretly married against his stern father.
Last night Brazos Union Lodge No 129 conducted first and third degree initiations with candidates Pittuck of College and J W Batts. Dr Paul M Raysor performed the first degree while Judge W H Nall led the third. An oyster supper followed at the Kandy Kitchen with meals for thirty, thanks given to Robi Howell and D Rossi for arrangements. Buren's 12 year old Scotch five noted at Exposition Saloon.
Brigham H Roberts the Mormon representative elect from Utah was expelled from the U S House by a 268 to 50 vote The majority supported declaring the seat vacant with 148 Republicans 96 Democrats and 4 Populists voting yes The minority to seat and then expel Roberts failed 51 to 244 Roberts declared he will not run again and asserted a martyr mood while defending his plural wives. The article also notes Senate debate on race and a tragic rail crash in Waycross Georgia with injuries.
From Ladysmith Jan 22 24 report says Boer bombardment has largely ceased while British heavy guns from Bulwan Hill and telegraph hill continue shelling. Observers note a single Creusot shell and speculate on irregular forces and roving command. Rifle fire persists southward Sunday from 11 pm to midnight.
The Meselegers report from Ladysmith on January 24 that General Buller’s guns shell the Boers from a distance. Boer resistance appears stubborn as they reinforce fortifications and mount new guns while the relief column advances. Fortifications strengthened since Jan 6 render Ladysmith largely impregnable amid extreme heat and improving health and supplies.
At Regent's Park Lifeguards barracks the Prince of Wales reviewed the yeomanry unit marching to South Africa tomorrow. Notables including Lady Exeter, Lord Rothschild, and Lady Lonsdale attended as the prince spoke of duty to the sovereign and country. The Queen’s officer Chesham led cheers as troopers, among them Mrs Patrick Campbell’s husband, were presented.
About 1000 armed men arrived in Frankfort to watch the contest boards, causing fear and curiosity. On Republican leaders’ advice they departed at 9 pm after mistaking the day’s schedule. Residents avoided crowds, and officials expected a return when the contest ends.
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