Simultaneous Attacks Planned Across Tugela Modder Rivers
London dispatch reports near news blackout amid war chatter. British and Boers allegedly planning simultaneous strikes at Tugela and Modder rivers while fighting may resume near Arundel and Colesburg. Rhodesians repair rail lines toward Mafeking as Baden-Powell downsizes rations and reports describe losses and troop movements.
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Tugela River
Modder River
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Washbank
Helpmaaker
Ladysmith
Naanpoort
French
Arundel
Gatacre
Colesburg
Vaalkoop
England
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Orange River
Mafeking
Gaberonesfort
Baden-Powell
Reputations of the Generals
A London dispatch discusses Allied generals in Africa, naming Gawre, Methuen, Clery, Gatacre, and Younghusband. It critiques leadership, tactics, and supply, noting Gatacre’s setbacks and War Office decisions, with emphasis on cavalry, scouting, and command suitability.
Stormberg Junction Battle Surrenders British Forces
President Steyn reports British forces attacked Boer entrenchments at Stormberg Junction with six cannons under Swanepoel and Oliver. After heavy fighting the British surrendered, taking Major Sturges, six officers and 230 NCOs and men of the Northumbrians, plus two officers and about 250 NCOs and men of the Irish Fusiliers. Boers seized three cannons and two ammunition wagons.
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Swanepoel
Oliver
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Sturges
Gatacre's Report From Capetown On Stormburg Attack
London Dec 12 The War Office released Gen Forrestier Walker's today dated report describing Gatacre's plan to attack Stormburg as overoptimistic. The force marched from 930 pm to 4 am, reached an unscalable hill, leaving many wounded in open terrain. Second Northumberland and Second Irish Fusiliers engaged boers on a kopje with mounting support.
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War Office
Forrestier- Walker
Capetown
Gatacre
Stormburg
Dutch Tactics Hold British At Night Ambushes
The sixth division trains Saturday as Dutch forces show flexible tactics. They adapt to open British artillery by suspending fire and delaying rifle volleys. Dutch commanders also counter surprise forced marches with well placed ambushes, exploiting disarray in British ranks.
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Tel
Braun
British Campaign in South Africa Battle Lines Shift
New York December 1 Herald London correspondent discusses the Anglo Boer War. Boers detach from Ladysmith to block British moves in the Free State as General Buller reviews troops at Frere camp. Methuen maneuvers on the right while French advances seek Stormbore and Stormbury, with reinforcements expected for French and Methuen to guard the De Aar line.
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Free State
Cape Colony
Buller Jerdiay
Frere
Methuen
Bloemfontein
Gitacre
Stormbore
Bast
Orange Free State
Gatacro
Stormbury
Moltene
French
Lord Methuen
Kimberley
de Aar
Senate Moves to Invest in Clark and Scott Elections
Washington December 1 The senate approved resolutions authorizing investigations into the Montana senator elect W A Clark and West Virginia senator elect N B Scott. A Pettigrew amendment on Coeur d Alene mining charges led to a Chandler substitute. The body adjourned after executive session with news of Representative D Bemeotrout death and a nomination to a general staff post.
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Montana
N. B. Scott
West Virginia
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Coeuraa
Chandler
Mahim
Execu
House
Daniel Bemeotrout
Perninsylvania
Ladiay
Keawnava Wood
Voluntee
House Proceeds Clarify Sessions For Remainder Of Week
Washington D C. Dees L. Wiles dilate session extended amid pressure to hear Richardson minority leader. Debate on continuing sessions for remainder of week led to agreement that meetings would proceed next Wednesday Thursday and Friday with Grosvenary as the best speaker today.
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Washington
Dees L
Richardson
Captain Carters Case Indictment May Delay Execution
A Washington dispatch says in military circles the Atlantic Contracting Co faces an indictment tied to Captain Carter, a late army officer. The case concerns money claimed for Savannah harbor work, and a motion to dismiss was filed while Carter awaits five years at Leavenworth. Authorities note the matter could influence the sentencing timeline once court actions proceed.
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Savinniah
Carter Vis
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Atlantic Constructing Company
Couti
Sanvannah Harbor
Cuhuberkayat Sound
Arighadl Bt
The
Atlantic
Conpany
Alsanderinge
Capatin
Carta
Military Wireless
Capt Carter
Atlantic Consteverion Company
Hat Mpany
State Senator Dead in Montana Case
Fyowil to Inter Mountain reports State Senator James ter Collins died at 8 this morning. Funeral plans begin with attendance from family and many residents. A Montana case involving purchasing company continues in Helena with a jury seated and witnesses expected. names of jurors and local professionals listed.
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Hola
Mont
Dee
Jaster Collins
Auounens
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Geena Peneel
Medea
Tay Smith
Mr Calling
Funy Ant
United Ee Court
B. Halins Morse
Ie Montana
AML
Walter Dasselwail
Bus
Helena
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Vailey
Lve
Heleen
Wallace
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Verans
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Pal Raney
Hanke Elk We
Mecomits
B.C. Perret
Frank Tans
Dona Lower
Kes
W.G
Von Buelow's Statement Reflects Reichstag Debate
London dispatch cites Daily Chronicle and Times editorials discussing Count von Buelow's remarks on lessons of the Hispano American War. Analysts debate whether Germany seeks a navy for defense or global dominance and warn of risks in balancing power with Britain and the United States.
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Daily Chronicle
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Reichstag
Sayet
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Cuba
Spain
America
Count von Ruefow
Europe
Coglan
Wealthy Boy Burglar Case Sparks Courtroom Drama
A local trial centers on a wealthy boy burglar linked to a string of thefts. Prosecutors allege a pattern of nighttime break ins while defense questions motive and access. Police recovered stolen paintings and valuables, leading to calls for stricter juvenile crime penalties.
Night Clerk Killed On Eighth Avenue Lodging House
In New York on December 12 Janes Holeren a 34 year old night clerk at a Waverly lodging house on Eighth Avenue and Twenty eighth Street was shot and mortally wounded by Martin Sweeney a 28 year old waiter across the street Chief Devery arrested Sweeney who stood over Holeren’s doorway revolver in hand Holeren died within minutes from a heart wound Sweeney allegedly grew enraged after being refused a room.
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Janes Holeren
Nightlervk
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Eighth Avenune
Twenty Eighth Street
Tsivduek
Martin Swenen
Glyst Waverly Huasy
Devery
Sweeney
Holerow
Prosere
Dri
Haleray
Convention push discussed at White House
A delegation from Philadelphia met with the president to urge the holding next Republican convention there. The press noted it would be unwise for the president to show any city preference in selecting a location for the contest.
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Dee
White House
Pilad Prin
Exhibition of Fine Porcelains in Basement Bazaar
On Tuesday December 12 1899 the Art Room hosts a display of beautiful porcelain and china from Europe's celebrated potteries. The event appeals to refined tastes as holiday gifts, promising an exquisite collection of fine china cut glass and brie a brac.
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Europe
Woew
Water Duties and Glassware Collection Features Uplifting Nest Ut Glass
A diverse assortment showcases the newest Nest ut Glass items including Water Duties, Chinet Jugs, Wine Decanters, Whisky Jugs, trays and dishes of various sizes. Bohemian glass pieces, Teplitz busts, Maques, and stylized decorative glass also appear among the selections.
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Nest Ut
Chafing Dishes and Mettlach Steins on Display
The listing highlights chafing dishes five o clock teas and Mettlach steins with over ten styles in various sizes. Ideal gifts for Christmas, the display promises a wide selection of pieces suitable for Christ presents in Montana and surrounding area.
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Mettlach
Christ
Montana
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