09 Apr 1900
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1900
Page
1
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A British expeditionary column near Pretoria faced an ambuscade at Somas Post with 1,200 Boer attackers. Seven of twelve British guns were captured and 300 prisoners taken before the wagon train withdrew under heavy fire. In London, President Steyn spoke of peace and noted Boer loans and prisoner concerns.
Heavy rains inundate San Antonio and surrounding regions causing washouts and ruined bridges. I N G N reports two passenger wrecks near Mc Neill and Burro with injuries to railroad workers. Sunset and Gulf Shore routes disrupted. Eagle Pass bridge washed away. telegraph service severely hampered.
Captain Louie Osthein of the First United States Artillery was found dead in a hotel room in Chicago. A revolver and a right temple wound indicate self-inflicted death. Wedding rings bearing inscriptions Louis to Eva and Eva to Louis were found with an empty envelope to Miss Clara Osthein of Philadelphia.
The New York Herald endorsed Dewey in an editorial attributed to Bennett. Reports from Texas say Galveston News and Dallas News also favor Dewey, signaling strong support from major Lone Star State papers.
Admiral Dewey declined to confirm or deny a report that Mrs. Dewey left the Roman Catholic church and will attend the Episcopal church. He said his wife's religious beliefs are nobody's business.
Special dispatch reports frost last night killed apricot blossoms and early peach and cherry blossoms in Santa Fe area. Cold continues through morning with chill winds and freezing temperatures.
A London based Elephant Butte Dam company report sparked chatter that work would restart. Dr Yatt and C. Roberts denied the claim and said the story likely arose from telephone chatter about other matters. Roberts questioned why opposition exists as El Paso and regional welfare are linked to the project. The report seems premature with no immediate action planned, yet the company shows resolve to continue the fight and project.
An April report from Austin declares Saturday's disaster caused appalling loss of life and extensive property damage. The tally of casualties remains incomplete but is described as "very great" with many missing or harmed. Local authorities and relief teams mobilize to aid victims and secure the scene.
A massive dam failure near Austin floods the Colorado valley killing and missing many. The power house and water works fail leaving the city in darkness and without water as the river surges fifteen feet high. The disaster claims multiple lives, with missing and reported drownings across surrounding towns and farms.
The Director-General of the Pan-American Exposition announces endorsement of a Herald idea. Officials confirm support and describe its potential impact on the exposition's program and public reception.
A 1900 letter from the Buffalo Director General urges El Paso Chamber of Commerce to create portable mining exhibit cabinets for Pan American Exposition travel. The note praises the idea’s value for El Paso’s interests and offers cooperation, requesting progress updates.
J W George, a professional golfer hired by Spaldings, arrived in El Paso to teach local players this week. He will give free instruction to members, play each afternoon at the links, and has posted impressive nine hole scores in Boulder Gresley and Santa Fe. W G Walz funds the visit.
County commissioners held their monthly meeting and discussed the large past quarantine bills presented by Dr Kroblough. They ordered the city notified that no more bills would be allowed after the 15th inst and that the quarantine inspector office be abolished from that date.
New York on April 9 reports copper at 16 for the week and silver at 59 percent. Lead prices listed at 4.45 with daily Herald license per week.
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