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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1899
Page
1
London dispatches say General Clery must relieve Ladysmith, with Boer forces near Estcourt threatening the town. Boer movement aims to flank Estcourt, while British troops man naval guns and seek to delay and blunt any assault.
London reports describe a small bombardment and hasty Boer retreat at a coastal garrison near Estcourt. British naval brigade guns provoked the Boers to withdraw, while field artillery and reinforcements were held in reserve amid cautious detection and rumors of Dutch allied support.
A large log being hoisted at Ledford mines broke its chain. The log rolled onto Joseph Pickering, crushing bones in both legs to the hips and breaking one arm. No strong hope for recovery was reported. Nearby, Colin's cohort and others were reportedly arrested in related incidents.
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