War looming as Orange Free State backs Transvaal
The volksraad of the Orange Free State voted to join the Transvaal if hostilities erupt, narrowing Britain’s options to peace on Kruger’s terms or full-scale war. Pretoria braces for conflict as conscription and rifle distribution resume, amid treason arrests and war preparations.
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Imperial Light Horse
Admiral Dewey Greets crowds in New York before parade
Still greeting Dewey after arrival in New York on September 28 he rested late, attended mail, and watched crowds as ships fired colors. Three hundred and fifty Manila veterans received bronze medals on Olympia. Garrity Rifles from Corsicana, Texas arrive for Saturday land parade. Howison notes Chicago will appear but not precede Sampson in line.
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Howison
Olympia
Chicago
Sampson
Dewey Steps Ashore at Brooklyn Navy Yard
Dewey lands on American soil for the first time in 23 months stepping from the commandant barge Undine onto the Brooklyn navy yard dock at 4 PM. Rear Admiral John W. Philip and aides greet him in full dress while Captain Lamberton and Flag Lieutenant Bramby accompany the party.
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Earthquake in Smyrna Kills Thousands in Devastation
The Echo reports the Greek government informed of a severe Smyrna earthquake with thousands killed, 800 injured, and about 2000 houses and two villages demolished in the disaster.
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Smyrna
Flood toll at Darjeeling floods rises to 400 lives
A council report states 400 people died in the floods around Darjeeling the district capital, with additional drownings occurring on the plains.
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World’s Fair centennial cancellation stamp adopted
Postmaster Baumhoff announced a special cancellation stamp reading World’s Fair Louisiana Purchase Centennial 1903 to be used on incoming and outgoing mail. In Atchison Kansas W Cummings president of the State Bank of Effingham was found dead in bed aged 65 due to heart disease. Heath Point Quebec reports the overdue steamer Scotsman ashore near Belle Isle straits while the steamer Montfort with 250 passengers has passed in.
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