News from South Africa shows slow dispatches and evolving Boer fronts
London reports scarce British news from South Africa with hints of a joint advance toward Bloemfontein as General Kelly-Kenny’s Sixth Division occupies Thebus. Lyttleton’s brigade remains near Pottgieter’s drift while Buller’s forces still north of the Tugela. Boer losses are light at one point and severe for the British, as bombardment of Kimberley continues.
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Senator Goebel Narrow Escape in Kentucky Shooting
Senator Goebel was shot five times from a second story window near the Kentucky capitol in Frankfort. He was seriously wounded but not fatally, and John Whittaker was arrested. Goebel's companions Colonel Jack Chinn and Warden Lillard assisted him as chaos erupted and police surrounded the shooter’s building.
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Buller In Danger as British Forces Struggle to Reach Base
A London dispatch reports military experts warning Bulley is in danger. Lord Roberts warns Buller must reach the Frere base before losing communications. Boers near Colenso threaten to trap Buller if they cross the Tugela and overwhelm Chieveley.
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Buller Reports Casualties After January 20 Action
Buller records that in the January 20 engagement the 71st and other units suffered 17 killed, 283 wounded, and six missing among non commissioned officers and men.
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Irreparable Loss Reported From Johannesburg Shell Factory
A Durban desk dispatch says a refugee arriving from Johannesburg confirms the destruction of the Boer shell factory on January 20. The loss is described as irreparable and significant to the war effort.
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British repulsed near Colesberg in dawn attack
Colesberg dispatch reports Commandant Delarey saying a large British force advanced January 25. He attacked and forced the British to retire after severe losses. Boer casualties were two slightly wounded. General Groebler notes heavy fighting since daybreak as British forces attempt to surround Boer positions. General Schoenman hurried to the area.
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Heavy Casualties Reported At Spionkop
New York dispatch notes British leaders debating White's doomed options at Ladysmith. Military opinion favors surrender or breakout with heavy losses as supply dwindles. Press voices warn of broader South Africa risks and mobilization needs.
Goebel Shot In Capitol Massacre Sparks City Turmoil
A gunman fired at Senator Goebel in the Kentucky capitol district as guards chased the assailant. Goebel was wounded in the right lung and rushed for medical care while caps lock alarms and mob frenzy erupted, with doctors later suggesting possible recovery despite initial dire prognosis.
Senator Geiger Testifies on Election Inquiry
Washington January 30 Hon J H Geiger first witness before the committee investigating Clark of Montana senate election He says he could not be handled and would not be bought by a Democrat He admits a $2000 bank deposit and about $2000 in poker at Kalispell noting he did not know playing faro was a misdemeanor while asserting his resolve to be honest despite pressure
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