Plumer on the Run Retiring After Heavy Loss
A report notes Plumer on the run and retiring after a heavy defeat against the Boers. The item outlines the campaign setback and the political impact of his withdrawal.
03 Apr 1900
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1900
Page
1
A report notes Plumer on the run and retiring after a heavy defeat against the Boers. The item outlines the campaign setback and the political impact of his withdrawal.
From MAFEKING to BLOEMFONTEIN reports detail British shells failing to dislodge Boer defenders at the Waterworks near Bloemfontein. Col. Plumer retreats with Joss, uncertain timing. Rumors suggest French engagement near Ladybrand with heavy Boer losses, while Boers at Bushman Kop fight on. Casualties listed: three officers killed, fourteen wounded, three missing.
A Newark firm works around the clock to fill orders for 10,000,000 campaign buttons. Mottos include Expansion Gold Silver Down With the Trusts. McKinley Bryan remains in designs alongside Roosevelt Bliss Shively. New portraits feature Mark Hanna and Charles F. Dick amid convention imagery.
The Kearsarge undergoes final acceptance trials under Rear Admiral Rodgers and Captain Robley Evans. Officers debate the two story turret arrangement and whether heavy guns mounted in superimposed turrets will aid or hinder the ship. The vessel will be run at full speed testing all guns.
A ship designated as a fighter will be rigorously tested to assess its performance and resilience. The testing aims to validate suitability for combat roles and reliability under stress.
The property of San Antonio electrical and gas interests including two street car systems and two electric plants, forfeited for consolidation, was sold by receivers for 200000 dollars. Stockholders bought the assets and will form a new charter to continue the same company. In Austin the supreme court overruled a rehearing motion in the Britton Davis Texas and Pacific case from El Paso.
Dr. Hines reports a suspicious varioloid case in Alpine Texas in the Mexican quarter this morning and has quarantined the area to prevent spread. The note identifies the patient and immediate public health response.
Washington April 2 The House opened debate on a bill to provide a territorial government for Hawaii with two days for discussion and a Thursday vote. Chairman Knox of Massachusetts spoke noting annexation debates ended by the Spanish American War’s lessons.
Boston April 3 crowds pack Mechanics' Building for the New England Rescue Club annual beach show. Lady Dewey a prize winning beagle draws a large crowd while top bulldogs from the New York show attract admirers.
Gen. Bernardo Reiss, the new secretary of war, will implement major reforms in the Mexican army. He will abolish using convicts as soldiers and is considering further measures to raise the army’s standard.
Boston April 3 The Rev Dr Edward Everett Hale prominent writer and philanthropist is observed at age seventy eight. Family members receive and acknowledge felicitations from friends and admirers across the country in a quiet anniversary observance.
Dispatches from the Sherman report that Aguinaldo is in Singapore. Singapore papers note the presence and publish brief interviews. Aguinaldo states his plan to return to Manila, signaling a possible move to rejoin the Philippines.
A brief item notes Victoria faced drizzle during a ceremonial volley. The weather dampened the event, with attendees and officials adapting plans as rain affected the proceedings and spectator turnout.
The article reports a contentious debate over the Porto Rican bill with arguments from the leading figures and party alignments. It notes the majority opinion leaning toward support but reveals significant opposition within the ranks and warnings from critics.
Wales April 3 The queen on her way to visit Ireland arrived this morning amid perfect weather. The day includes a vote on the Porto Rican tariff bill expected to pass by a comfortable majority.
The article notes that activities continue under the Swedish convention as before, maintaining established procedures and responsibilities. It emphasizes ongoing adherence to prior terms and the enduring framework guiding the arrangement.
William F. Miller of Franklin Syndicate fame faced trial in Brooklyn on grand larceny charges with a score of indictments. The case follows his alleged money mill operation paying 10 percent weekly, collapsing when conspiracy was indicted. Witnesses from Indiana and Illinois filled seats as Miller's defense contends he was dupe.
The commission appointed to report on a transcontinental highway from the Atlantic to the Pacific met for the first time in New York with General Nelson A. Miles as chairman. Other members include Colonel Peter S. Michie Professor Samuel E. Tillman and Major Richard L. Hoxie. An honorary dinner by the Automobile Club of America followed the meeting.
Jerome residents thrill to a proposed strike eight miles from the city with a four foot shaft. A sample assay reportedly shows $25,000 per ton in white gold bearing quartz, sparking high hopes for a major find.
The royal yacht Victoria and Albert carries Queen Victoria to Kingston where she is greeted by crowds as rain drenches Dublin. Princesses Christian and Henry of Bellanberg accompany the queen with a traveling party. the reception proceeds amid loyalty acknowledgments and cheers. The Porto Rico bill passes in Washington by forty to thirty.
New York April 5 1920 extension of the international money order system allows direct transmission of money from the United States to Russia through the post office department. This marks the first time the US negotiates formal cross border money order exchanges under the 24106 plan with other principal powers. The agreement excludes Finland and Estonia and is seen as a landmark in international postal finance.
Judge Walthall awarded I M Lawrence $1108 in the case against J L Bell. Bell did not appear, now in New York, and no defense was offered. The suit, advocated by Patterson and Wallace for the plaintiff, was decided by the court without a jury after long delays. Bell, once promoter of the Old White Oaks road, allegedly attacked Lawrence with a knife in 1895 in a restaurant where Blumenath's store is now, following a confrontation with Lawrence's dog.
Professor Putnam received a letter from the general passenger agent of the Mexican Central outlining convention travel rates. The proposed round trips include Mexico City for 25 dollars, Zacatecas 15 dollars, Colhuahua 4.50 dollars, and United States gel 1 with stopover privileges at all points. Earlier, a 20 dollar rate had been anticipated.
A resident reports waking to a disturbance by a coyote near their home. Authorities advise caution and remind residents to secure pets and trash to deter wildlife encounters. Police documented the encounter and issued a general safety alert for the neighborhood.
Goldsmith of Milwaukee arrived in El Paso en route to San Francisco in a two wheeled cart drawn by a single horse. He began December 30 and plans a twelve month journey for health and pleasure noting experiences for possible publication. He traveled about 1100 miles in Texas and recounted a near robbery at Port Hancock involving Mexicans and a lost horse.
Photographers in Chicago open the first major western photographic salon at the Art Institute under the Chicago Society of Amateur Photographers. The two week exhibition showcases several hundred photographs by amateur photographers.
An advance of 25 cents a day has been offered to mine employees. An officer of the miners organization estimates 20,000 miners idle or on strike will stay out until a new wage scale is agreed. He is confident the miners will win.
The funeral for Lloyd Freesora who died yesterday will be held at 10 o clock tomorrow morning at Os %4 Undertaking Parloure. A member of the Grand Army will act as pallbearer.
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