24 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1899
Page
1
France and Russia express concern over British plans to annex the Transvaal and Free State as Britain forges a formal alliance with Germany. The two powers urge restraint while Britain aligns with Berlin, signaling growing European tension over southern Africa.
From Dundee to Glencoe and Kimberley, reports warn of heavy Boer shelling and meager English counterfire. General Yule shifts camp to dodge batteries while wounded are left behind at Dundee. Palatia passenger transport brings Fifth Dragoons to Durban with plans for Kimberley relief and balloons ordered to the front.
A London dispatch to the Tribune notes that Britain and Germany may be aligning over South Africa and Asian moves. It cites large Persian commerce stakes and suspected plots against British interests, with tensions shaping naval and diplomatic maneuvers amid whispers of a secret Anglo German arrangement.
London reports show officials disputing Field Marshal Wolseley’s Commons summary as creating panic. They reframe Gen Yule’s move as a tactical position change and urge no justified worry for wounded. Rumors persist of artillery practice at Glencoe with no close combat, while Kimberley reports Boer attacks continue and rail lines suffer damage.
London reports Gen Yule has fallen back to join Sir George White. Yule camped sixteen miles south of Dundee, sighting no enemy. White fought a successful action near Ladysmith and Newcastle. Wound care on both sides is humane. Transvaal joins Geneva convention. Wolseley and Walks details noted.
The last message from Kimberly on October 22 at 2 p.m. reports all well.
Clifton R. Breckinridge, former U S minister to Russia, says the United States must support Great Britain if any nation or coalition tries to hinder her in the South Africa conflict. He argues Britain acts in line with Anglo Saxon duty and deserves American moral and material backing to stand with her across the sea.
From Berlin, signals reach New York that Brussels reports France and Russia oppose annexation of the Transvaal and Orange Free State by England. German Red Cross plans to ship surgeons and ambulances to the Transvaal via East Africa Line, Naples departure in November. Swiss Red Cross declines aid.
New York dispatch from London notes ministers and supporters realizing haste in going to war. Queen Victoria allegedly disapproves of the conflict. British forces in Natal suffer high casualties over several days, while Boer positions near Dareel heights and Kinade laagte incur officer and soldier losses.
The Canadian government delivers final settlement terms to Ambassador Choate. Canada would concede Skagway and Dyc a SeaPort Pyramid Harbor to the United States if arbitration proceeds, seeking Venezuela style occupancies and tenure rules. The plan ties concession of certain claims to agreeing to arbitrate the boundary line.
London reports Russia has agreed to arbitrate with the United States over the sale of sealers in the Bering Sea. A protocol has been drawn and final formalities are expected next month. Arbitration will likely be conducted through the Venezuelan court system.
The body of Col. John B. Yates, aged 66, who died at Ameshure Ont, was brought to his hometown for burial. He served as colonel of the First Michigan Engineers, which supported Gen. Sherman’s Atlanta to the sea campaign. The regiment endured long marches and constant hard labor, building bridges, breaking up railroads, and aiding army mobility. Sherman praised the unit and its leadership in dispatches from St. Louis headquarters.
Apostolic delegate to the Philippines conferred with Secretary Heat in Washington. He was accompanied by Pathe McKinnon of the First California volunteers and expects to sail for Manila by a transport, probably the Sherman, early in December.
The WL God ES gathering in Washington focuses little on deliberation as members tour sights. Committees work through the week, preparing reports for submission to the convention, while department rests occur and observation dominates the agenda.
A fragmented report from Otis Washington details seismic or maritime events with unclear wording. It mentions a travel departure, a tense incident resulting in a death, and a medical or salvage note concerning named groups Salve Lenape and KiEo No cienattie UTIR. The fragmentary text references a person Byer and a potential casualty, with vague timestamps and locations.
A fragmented report suggests General Castro remains highly popular among UK youth voters. The text hints at preference trends, but details and context are unclear.
A brisk express notice previews the latest season fashions featuring blue green brown red gray and black plaids with sizes 34 to 42 priced 8.50 to 22.50. Children’s golf capes in red royal and navy blue come in sizes 8 10 and 12 at 7.50 and 8.50. A New York furrier showcased Alaska seal garments and other furs, with discounts claimed on samples. Black astrakhan coats and capes of various sizes and finishes are offered from 25.00 to 42.50, including double breasted storm collar designs and satin linings.
Advertisement listing wide black fabrics and patterns with prices for crepe, crepones, storm serges, cheviots, broadcloths, venetians, jacquards, and Mohair Crepona. Includes widths 40 to 50 inches and prices from 0.50 to 4.00 per yard.
Hennessey’s, the largest and best store in the West, will be open for business today to welcome honored guests. They are invited to view the magnificent stock before their departure to their homes. Free them to enjoy the store’s freedom and all are cordially invited.
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