10 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1899
Page
1
New York October reports Rev Dr B P de Costa resigns from the Episcopal priesthood citing disagreement with Dr Charles A Briggs becoming a minister. He criticizes diocesan changes and says he will drop from ministry, preferring the faith he learned from his mother.
From boers a most intense wave of patriotism has swept over England. The chances for peace are very remote. The British agent at Pretoria has received the note from the authorities in the Transvaal. Boers will be forced to take the initiative in the matter.
Pretoria reports the Transvaal government has handed a formal ultimatum to the British diplomat in Pretoria demanding withdrawal of British troops from the border within 48 hours and removal of reinforcements since June. London and Westminster brace for possible war as officials monitor the deadline and imperial troops prepare to sail.
London notes describe British war plans as cautious preparation delaying a full campaign until late November. Observers expect Boer action to provoke a declaration of war, with Natal as the central trigger, while Britain positions forces and awaits a decisive move.
A fragment hints at a debate over imperial influence in South Africa, arguing against a costly parade that would showcase Epeland as a dominant power and provoke global concern about waste and grandeur. The tone suggests a cautionary view of force and prestige.
In heavy fog at 6 am New York harbor shows glassy water and near shore visibility. No boats moved and the day’s yacht race is declared off after 11 am. Sandy Hook reports the committee plans the next race for Thursday with subsequent days ahead except Sunday until a winner is decided.
President McKinley met with a Bricklayers and Stonemasons delegation and praised labor unity, carrying his membership card and noting interest in an international meeting in Chicago. He then praised veterans of the Army of the Tennessee, spoke at the G A R Memorial hall, and attended a luncheon at the Women's Athletic Club amid receptions.
Special to the Titer Mountain Helena Montana Oct 10 Two detachments of the Thirteenth Minnesota Regiment about 650 men and 34 officers arrived in Helena this morning in two sections over the Northern Pacific en route from the Philippines to Rome. Major Bean and Major Robinson led the sections. Senator Carter delivered a patriotic address from a truck amid cheers. The reception, including 2000 miles of cigars beer and coffee, drew several hundred citizens and proved an inspiring event.
Washington reports Federal action plans outline Shafter’s October retirement from the regular army at 64. Brigadier general vacancies would open for Lawton or MacArthur, with MacArthur likely preferred. Five colonels named for promotion to brigadier general to fill the gaps, then retire. Contingent on Manila muster outs and new regiments crossing the Pacific.
Washington Oct. 16 war department received a dispatch from General Gus stating Manila Oct. 10 wants oat moved early his aigment from Las Cruces De Malwhen. It is now believed be in San Francisco De Mallion with determined opposition. Matters are quiet in the toe owes General Young week his culuiner f arte northward tomorrow monies teem. Say Perinde Colonel Bell closed tie to try yesterday weet of Guagnato and ine cuding Blond Batwouna, minking cap tures of officers, men and property.
The Navy Department received Admiral Watson's cablegram detailing a landing of four marine companies from Baltimore and navy yard units to assist General Grant against insurgents. The operation was reported successful with three Maryland sailors wounded: Howard Ray, Henry Lear, and Thompson Clark.
The Tribune reports a Close Vanderbilt confidant predicting Cornelius Vanderbilt will leave Mrs. Vanderbilt the Breakers Newport residence for life with income of 500000 a year, and the estate split among five children with Reginald receiving the rest after her death. The will may create a trust for years, and the two eldest sons could each receive over 000000 in shares.
New York dispatch says Secretary Root has returned from the West trip with the president and will begin work on his annual report. The document will likely address the aftermath of U S military actions in the Philippines Cuba and Puerto Rico and propose future civil government steps for Porto Rico. The report may also influence plans for the Philippines commission and ongoing military to civil transitions while awaiting civil government decisions.
London reports that at the next parliament session a formal announcement will declare the cession of Delagoa Bay and surrounding territory in Portuguese East Africa to Great Britain. The price is said to be 40,000,000 dollars.
A Regium report notes the Treasury issued an order to anticipate unrest without the monthly 2 percent discount. If the offset is taken, it would release about 350 million.
Boston plans to bring the Liberty Bell from Philadelphia for the June anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill. Adermen passed a resolution urging the mayor to request permission from Philadelphia’s mayor to transport the bell for the celebration.
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