Howitzers Arrive As British Battle Plans Face Delays
Dispatches note that British forces receive howitzers and cavalry at Methuen and flag a likely sharp fight ahead. Buller orders stretcher bearers from Pietermaritzburg, while Ladysmith dispatches show Boer positions and a strong Doer stance at Stormberg. Reports also discuss Bloemfontein defense doubts, a siege train from Southampton, and Hugo De Bathe’s South Africa voyage, with Lyddite shells and delayed howitzer batteries cited as critical factors.
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London
Methuen
Fuller
Puller
Pietermariteburg
Ladysmith
Buller
White
Maeer
Ohe
Chieveley
Cape Colony
Queenstown
Stormberg
Free
Trussia
General Currie
Jarhe
Boerhead Tanger
South Africa
Southampton
Boers Prepare For Flight From Dundee Retreat
A dispatch from Pietermaritzburg reports the Boers are provisioning for retreat by commandeering native wagons and oxen. Resistance is expected to the relief column advancing from elevated ground near Colense where earthworks exist. The Colense road bridge remains intact but mined. Frere bridge construction is complete.
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New York
Herald
Piete Tuburg
Dundee
Colense
Colense Road
Review of Ango Boer tensions and Ladysmith breakthrough
New York December 9 review reports London telegrams on Methuen communications cut at Graf Pan and Babington arriving at Modder River to command cavalry. It notes an anticipated relief advance toward Ladysmith beginning, Boer laager reports of British northward movement, and potential Tugela river crossing. Natal actions and Mafeking rumors circulate amid censor concerns.
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New York
London
The
Herald
Methuen
Graf Pan
War Office
Modder River
Babington
Ladysmith
Pretoria
Natal
Tugela
Lyddite Guns Arrive for British Artillery Strength
A London dispatch reports six of eighteen Lyddite Howitzers arrived at Cape Town after delays and possible dispatch upcountry to Lord Methuen. The remaining twelve reportedly head to Durban to land soon. The guns, matching Boer artillery, fire 60 pound shells and boost both Buller and Methven’s operations amid risks.
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Colenso
Sputfontein
War Office
Omdurman
Buller
Bulter
Ladysmith
oBer
New York
the Tribune
London
England
Capetown
Durban
Methven
Mafeking Siegerelief Rumors Quietly Spread
Dispatches claim the Mafeking siege is weakening as Cronje’s reinforcements head south to Modder River. Magalopoly reports plans to advance and restore link with Mafeking. Modder River shows Mafeking commando joining Kimberley forces. Orange River telegram notes rumors of relief at Mafeking.
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Paden-Powell
Cronies
Modder River
Kimber
Magalopye
Rathnd
Mafeking
Kimberley
Orange River
All Well at Ladysmith
New York dispatch reports Ladysmith near quiet on Thursday and Friday as Boer forces mount many new guns in strong positions. They plan a major effort to reduce Ladysmith after Geo Joubert and Boers return from Colenso. Town remains unconquered but uncomfortable. All is well so far.
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New York
London
Paris
Herald
Ladysmith
Ladysamith
Geo- Joubert
Colenso
Allis Walt
British capture Lombarskop hill in decisive action
British forces storm Lombarskop and seize the hill, disabling the Cretsot gun and a howitzer. A small Maxim is captured or put out of action during the engagement at Toor Head Laeger near Ladysmith on December 8.
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Toor
Laeger
Ladysmith
Dee
Lombarskop
Armored Train in Use on Route to Colesburg
London dispatch dated December 8 reports three trains of British troops with an armored train advancing on Colesburg from Naauwpoorts in Prussia. Units move with strong support as forces regroup and push forward toward the town.
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London
Des
Vpreiiria
Colesburg
Naauwpoors
Methuen's Bloody Trail in Relief of Kimberley
British forces under General Lord Methuen push north to relieve Kimberley in a brutal and violently fought campaign. The advance features heavy fighting as troops press through difficult terrain and endure fierce resistance.
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Lord Methuen
Kimberley
Three Battles Mark Colonial Clash at Moder River Crossing
In the article fragment, three battles are described with two depicted in a wall cut by crossed swords. The third and bloodiest occurred at the Moder river crossing. Flags indicate positions held by opposing forces, with the cross flag for Britain and a white flag for the Boers.
Stipulation Filed as Judge Addresses Jagers Case
Special to the Inter Mountain Helena Mont Dec 9 Judge Knowles sentenced James Jagers to eighteen months in the penitentiary and a 100 dollar fine for counterfeiting in Bannack. He noted mercy but questioned which jury asked for it. Jagers claimed liquor abuse altered him for ten years. Jury convicted G H Miller quickly of selling liquor to Indians on Belknap reservation amid the EB Rollins Morse mining case. A trial in Butte and stipulations on witnesses and mining titles aim to shorten proceedings.
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Inter Mountain
Helena
Mont
Knowles
James Jagers
Bannack
Pco
Mercy
Juggers
G. H. Miller
Belknap Reservation
EB. Rollins Morse
Montana Ore Purchasing Company
Butte
Montana Senate contest ends week as copper feud drives probe
Washington reports the Clark Daly senatorial battle reaches a climactic week with protests over seating and oath, while Carter prepares a potential protest. Analysts expect an impartial senate investigation to reveal Montanan political feuding amid copper kings rivalry and national attention.
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Inter Mountain
Washington
Congress
Smith
Collins
John R. Toole
Stiff
Clark
Carter
Ft. Anaconda
Bu Butte
Roberts
Senate
Montana
Daly
Montina
Tamarese
Malicton
South Seas
New York
Mr. Clark
Frankfort declares William Taylor Kentucky governor winner
In Frankfort on December 9 the election certificates naming William Taylor governor were signed by election commissioners after tabulated figures show Taylor 193,714 votes and Goebel 191,331. The three commissioners delivered concurrent and minority opinions, then filed the certificates with the secretary of state and announced issuance to the elected men by Governor Bradley.
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Secretary of State
Bradley
Holiday Handkerchiefs Presented With Silver Box
A holiday handkerchief advertisement highlights a range of handkerchiefs with varied qualities. Buyers receive an embossed silver openwork box as a present, intended to appeal to shoppers seeking a gift with purchase.
Fancy border Handkerchiefs in various hems and prices
A catalog of hemstitched and embroidered handkerchiefs in pure linen and silk. Prices range from 10c to 1.50 for different styles including Valenciennes edged, initials, and Duchesse lace designs. Also lists plain white and Japanese silk options with multiple size and weave details.
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Rome
Abe
Fancy openwork applique and textile gift items
New lot of fresh goods in white textures and delicate designs. Openwork appliques in nine inch squares, round doilies, square doilies, and fancy Ratttenburg works offered at various prices from Toc to $2 per item. Pillow shams in Brussels Net and Point Prive at $2.50 to $5. Many other domestic department items featured.
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Brussels
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