21 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1899
Page
1
Lord Roberts expresses sorrow over the death of his son but remains steadfast for the campaign in South Africa. He says traditions of the army will be upheld and British interests pursued.
London dispatch reports British general Lord Methuen inviting a Boer attack to draw them onto British ground at Modder River and Chieveley. Boer artillery reportedly outranges Buller while naval guns shell Boer lines. Canadian volunteers surge to front as 8 000 imperial yeomanry prepare to land at Cape Town by mid January.
London dispatches report British forces holding defensive lines as General Buller is ordered to Durban to reinforce the Natal column. Absence of news sparks belief he seeks a flank to join General White.
General Lord Roberts and Lady Roberts with daughters arrive in London from Dublin after a quiet journey marked by crowds. He spends time at the War Office with the Secretary of War and discusses staff appointments while sending a message to the American people praising British resolve and the loyalty of Irish troops.
At a London corporate meeting Lord Mayor A. J. Newton announced that £25,000 had been subscribed by large city firms to fund the necessary expenses of a thousand volunteers among the City Corps. The report notes the funds will cover the volunteers' costs as part of the overall effort.
President transmits Bartlett Tripp personal report to the Senate at State Department, detailing Samoa events, Pago Harbor prospects, and the strategic value for future commerce. Includes claims files and documentary evidence.
Washington December decision confirms Puerto Rico as the official spelling for the island. The Board of Geographic Names had urged the form for years and President McKinley endorsed the change, aligning official usage with the islanders’ custom.
Lieutenant T. M. Brumby, a flag officer in Dewey's fleet, was buried in Georgia with a state funeral. The cortege included Seventh Infantry, Georgia militia, Atlanta Artillery, Governor's Horse Guard, and an escort led by Governor Candler. Honorary mourners included Senator Bacon and U. S. officials.
Ernest Austin, on trial for murdering his brother and mother and burning their home, wept when a lawyer referenced his murdered mother. The courtroom drew a large crowd and emotional women offered him comfort as attorneys argued for his life. The case is expected to go to the jury Thursday evening.
Admiral Watson reports from Manila that gunboats Concord and Pampanga with infantry captured Rembion on the 18th. Seaman John James was wounded in the knee, the only navy casualty. Newark’s battalion landed from Callao and occupied Camp Lona on Luzon’s north coast. Burwell and Wheeling cooperate with General Young on the north and west approaches.
The funeral for former Ohio Lieutenant Governor W. V. Marquis was held today in Bellefontaine with large attendance. Public schools closed and banks and other businesses shut as citizens saluted the former official. Condolence letters arrived from across the United States and many prominent Ohio figures attended.
London December 20 The Globe reports rumors that the Duke of Connaught may succeed General Lord Roberts as Commander-in-chief of the Irish forces.
In formal remarks, Secretary of State John Hay addresses President McKinley regarding ratification of the Hague Convention. The communication outlines the United States intention to join the framework governing diplomatic engagements and war conventions.
President transmits the Hague convention for pacific settlement of disputes with a urging report from Secretary of State urging immediate Senate ratification. The message notes additional signatories and reiterates U S traditional policy of non interference in purely American questions. John Hay endorses swift action to avoid a secondary role.
A court order pushes the long gas dispute between residents and the Natural Gas Company toward immediate action. Judge Neal orders gas service restored at several leading citizens’ homes as newspapers support the consumer cause, with a race to the Supreme Court forthcoming.
The training ship Chesapeake, first sailing vessel built for the navy in over forty years, completed a successful trial trip in Massachusetts. Naval reports note remarkable stiffness and seaworthiness. After minor additions at Boston Navy Yard, she will go to the Naval Academy at Annapolis as a practice ship for cadets.
Fire roared through the main building of Buchtel College Akron destroying the four story stone brick structure. Loss about 190000 with 65000 insured. The natural history museum and collection valued near 90000 per Prof Egbert. Miss Winifred Allen alerted Central Fire Station sparing the library and gym from total destruction.
Major General Henry Lawton’s body was transported from San Mateo to Manila and placed in a temporary vault at El Paco Cemetery under a guard of honor. Mrs Lawton plans to return to the United States with their four children. The funeral will be from his Manila residence, with Arlington Cemetery as the probable final site.
In Suffolk Virginia Annie Brown a North Carolina maiden was abandoned after her lover Frank Flynn a sawmill man eloped with her from Bowden North Carolina. They changed cars in Tunis North Carolina and Flynn took $25 a watch and ring from her leaving her without money or friends due to parental opposition.
Washington December 20 The Board of Survey says repairs at the Boston Navy Yard will cost at least $850,000 for construction with engine and boiler work likely bringing the total to about $500,000. Fifteen months are needed to complete the project.
In a Senate session, Hoar introduced a resolution declaring how United States island possessions Cuba Puerto Rico Hawaii and the Philippines should be governed. The measure ties governance to independence principles and the Declaration of Independence while noting postwar obligations and national purpose. The debate touched on republican government guarantees and constitutional visions for the territories.
Berlin December 20. Admiral Von Diedrichs named chief of the naval general staff. Vice Admiral Bendemann to command the cruiser squadron succeeding Prince Henry of Prussia, who is returning home.
Paris reports M Paul Deroulede President of the League of Patriots was sentenced to two years in prison for libeling Senators of the High Court of Justice. He proclaimed he would say what he thinks of these scoundrels and included the Senate and the president in his denunciations. Earlier on November 18 he received three months for insulting the president.
M J Meagher known as Patsy Forepaugh is killed at Sellsville winter quarters of Sells show when elephant Big Sid dashes him into embankment after being jabbed. The elephant, raised by Sells Brothers, uses tusk to maim. Meagher 40s with widow and three children in Philadelphia.
The Muskegon ferry on Milwaukee to Muskegon encountered a severe gale three hours from port. A steam pipe ruptured, steering failed, a funnel tore loose, and two boilers shut down. Car deck was strewn with steam and wrecked cars. Captain Thompson steered for Milwaukee, a wrecking crew cleared debris, repairs followed. damage estimated as likely large.
The President and Secretary Root issued cables to General Otis in Manila on December 20 1899 expressing sorrow over Major General Henry Ware Lawtons death. They praise Lawtons gallantry across three wars and extend heartfelt sympathy to Mrs Lawton as the army mourns. Secretary Long adds tribute praising Lawtons ideal soldier character and courage.
Mahmoud Pasha the Sultan's son in law who fled with his wife's jewels and funds has reached Marseilles. The Turkish government telegrammed M Delcasse seeking arrest on arrival but French authorities have not intervened yet.
Senator Fairbanks met with the President to discuss bringing General Lawton’s body home to the United States and suggested the funeral have a national character. Secretary Root called the death of General Banton irreparable, noting the profound loss.
Brigadier General Thomas M. Anderson commandant of the Department of the Lakes in Chicago will retire January 21, 1900 under the law for officers aged 64. A prominent officer, he is a nephew of Fort Sumter hero General Robert Anderson and may be succeeded by Major General Brooke.
Anxiety rises as the White Star liner Oceanic captained by Cameron, departed New York on December 13 and is now thirty hours overdue bound for Queenstown. Weather and sea conditions are believed to be affecting her progress and the status of passengers and crew remains unconfirmed.
The call from the Republican National Committee directs a Philadelphia convention on June 19 1900 to nominate President and Vice President. It outlines delegate allotments by state district and territories Alaska Arizona Indian Territory New Mexico Oklahoma and proposed numbers for territorial delegates. Contests must be filed twenty days prior with the National Committee.
Salvation Army in King Street announces Christmas dinner at Mechanics Building will proceed after the Isroadway National Bank closure. Receipts from street collection boxes and a personal advance of $2,000 by bank cashier Frederick Curtis ensure the event’s funding.
Rev W J Robinson pastor of the First United Presbyterian Church of Alleghany and moderator of the United Presbyterian General Assembly, died in Battle Creek Michigan where he had been since fall. Born 1853 in Argyle New York he led efforts for recognizing Christianity in the U S constitution.
Major General Leonard Wood arrived in Havana at daybreak aboard the steamer Mexico, which sailed from New York on December 16. The ship was decorated with flags as Cuban forts fired salutes, including thirteen guns from Cabana Fortress and twenty-one guns from Punta.
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