Cape Town Abandoned by British Leaders
British leaders declare Cape Town must shift for itself as control and guidance end. Local authorities brace for self rule amid reduced external support and mounting pressure on governance.
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El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1901
Page
1
Boers Close In as Cape Town Prepares Defense
Kitchener dispatch reports Beyers force crossing near Kallfontein on January 12 and no major repositioning in colonies while some rebels surrender. In Clan William, 85 miles north of Cape Town, British pursuit is three hours behind and an imminent engagement is anticipated. Brabant urges mobilization with 800 to 1000 men to the front to keep war from Cape Town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beyer
Kallfontein
Orange River Colony
Clan William
Cape Town
Cape
Nebraska Senate Race Near Deadlock In Lincoln
Chaos describes Nebraska's senatorial fight as the caucus fails to reach agreement and the contest moves to the legislature. Edw. Rosewater and E. F. Kinshaw oppose others with Mercer emerging as a potential candidate amid sharp exchanges between Rosewater and Mercer.
Young Officer Declines Pro Motion Over Valued Friend
Washington January 15 Capt Smedley T Butler a young officer famed for his role in the battle of Tien Tsin reportedly declined a promotion option saying Lieut Leonard a Washington boy who risked his life to save Butler deserved the honor more than him Butler's act and the battle are cited as context for the decision
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lieut. Leonard
Washington
Butler
Italian steamer Leone lost off Corsica coast
On the Corsican coast near Chiappa an Italian steamer named Leone is reported lost. Many bodies have washed ashore from the wreck. In London Rt Rev Mandell Creighton bishop of London dies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leone
London
Mandell
Creighton
Patterson Elected United States Senator by Colorado Legislature
The Colorado legislature elected Thomas M. Patterson editor of the Denver News as United States senator by a nine to one vote amid a restrained ceremony. Wolcott’s supporters cheered as Patterson’s name was announced and he is expected to address the joint session tomorrow. In Austin Texas, Gov. Sayers and Lt. Gov. Browning were inaugurated at noon with Associate Justice Williams administering the oath before a joint session of the legislature.
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Denver
Thomas M. Patterson
Denver News
Colorado
United States
Patterson
Explosion at Telephone Cable Plant Kills Ten and Injures Twenty
A major accident at a telephone cable facility results in ten fatalities and twenty injuries. Investigators probe cause as engineers recall a historic invention bought for 500000 dollars.
Bell Tel Pays Half a Million for Pupin Invention
New York Jan 15 The Bell Telephone Company paid about five hundred thousand dollars for Prof Michael I Pupins undersea telephony invention. Company officials say the device promises a major breakthrough comparable to the original telephone and could revolutionize transoceanic communication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell Telphone Company
Michael Sevorski Pupin
Explosion at Wilsons Hat Works Kills Ten in Denton
A blast at Wilsons hat works in Denton near Manchester causes ten deaths and twenty injuries, as engineers plan to adapt Prof Pupin’s telephone invention for Europe.
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London
Wilson’s Hat
Denton
Manchester
Prof. Pupin
Europe
Fire at Manchester Duke building claims six lives
The blaze started in the proving room and is blamed on methylated spirits. Firemen battled flames for hours as water poured over the wrecked structure. Six bodies were recovered in a heap beneath a tank in the stove house.
Miners Convention Arrangements Finalized for Meeting
The committee on arrangements and reception for the miners' convention held an important meeting last night. Chairman Martinez Secretary Russell and committee members Hammett Hart Rockhart Gifford Davis and Mr Baum of the Carnival executive committee were present. It was decided headquarters for mining men will be at the chamber of commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miners’ Convention
Martinez
Hart, Gifford
Davis
Mr. Baum
Chamber of
Court Room
Felix Martinez
Citizens’ Committee
Senate Finance Committee Aims Broad Tax Reductions
Washington January 15 Senate finance committee pledges a general cut across the war tax revenue bill. Tobacco tax drops from 12 to 9 cents per pound after tobacco interests win recognition. Beer tax stays at 1.80 per barrel as set by the house. Express and telegraph taxes to be removed while bank check tax remains.
Mexican Arrested in Isleta for Stealing Cattle
Jose Pabluca was arrested at Isleta while attempting to board a train and is held awaiting Sheriff Baca from Socorro to take him back to Sabinal. He faces charges of stealing ten cows and one horse sold locally.
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Pabluca
Isleta
Baca
Socorro
Sabinal
Place
Anarchist Plans to Kill President In Easton
An Easton report describes Matthew Thiessen who claimed anarchist backing to assassinate the president. The piece notes a registration process for participants and mentions a mining association movement and local anarchist networks connected to Paterson, New Jersey. It also records the death of President McKinley by laudanum and references a foreign colony with many anarchists.
Duke of Manchester Returns from Rav enswood Louisiana Visit
The Duke of Manchester returned from Ravenswood plantation in Louisiana. He arrived at 9 30 a m and was greeted by mining men, a reception committee, and a band as they proceeded to the chamber of commerce event tomorrow hosted by Mrs Yznaga.
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Natchez
Miss
Duke of Manchester
Rav
Law partner is dead at Dryoldsden factory blast
A law partner died and walls of a Dryoldsden factory were rocked by an incident three miles away. Investigators examine cause and location while authorities assess structural damage and potential hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dryol
Celebrated Russian Painter Sails on Steamer St. Joseph
A fragment notes a famous Russian painter aboard the steamer St. Joseph amid a draw game in a county court setting. It hints at a convention to be held in the district.
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St. Joseph
County Court House
Vereschagin to paint Chinese campaign scenes in China
London reports Russian painter Vereschagin will leave Moscow in February to travel to China and Manila to paint battle scenes of the Chinese campaign. The plan follows his noted depictions of warfare and furthers his artistic tour of Asia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vereschagin
Moscow
China
Indicted Contractor Faces Charges Over Wagon Seat Incident
A contractor was indicted following an incident aboard a wagon seat. The duke has fallen severely ill, confined to his private car under a physician's care, as reports describe his condition amid ongoing events reflecting the American occupation of the Philippines.
President McKinley Gains Strength Amid Health News
London reports: President McKinley is daily gaining strength and expected to recover promptly. The Duke of Marlborough will represent the Queen at The Hague for Queen Wilhelmina's wedding, with Consuelo Vanderbilt accompanying him. Marlborough is attending to more duties than since his illness, yet he does not expect to resume official work soon.
Saloons Smasher To Be Tried In Wichita
The reports note Mrs ae Nation will be tried in Wichita Kansas with many European royal representatives expected to attend and discussions of a motion related to reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Mining association debate to form at meeting in Jackson
A meeting will discuss forming a mining association and assembling a mineral collection for the surrounding country. Prof J C Carrera will argue for the association and committees on organization membership and rules may be formed. A grand jury in Hind county has indicted J E Gibson of Loganport for attempting to bribe the governor over a $1,000,000 capitol contract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rera
New Mexico
Jackson, Miss
Hind County
J. E. Gibson
Loganport
White to Present McKinley Compliments to Emperor
At the afternoon session the claim the quarantine was declared off at the county jail, and Mrs. Carrie Nation charged with smashing saloon fixtures was released on bail of 200 dollars. Her trial was reset for next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Nation
Krug Case Ends. Commissioner Recommends Return to Mexico
The Krug case concluded at noon with the commissioner announcing the suggestion that the state grant Mexico's requisition. San Antonio, Texas, January 15. Krug to be returned to Mexico per recommendation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Texas
Powers Sign Protocol Protest Over Note Clause Abandonment
The representatives of the powers met at Pekin on January 15 and signed a protocol protesting the abandonment of any clause in the joint note of the powers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pekin
Legislature declines invite to El Paso Midwinter Carnival
Austin dispatch reports the legislature courteously declines an invitation to attend El Paso's Midwinter Carnival outlining no further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Herald
Austin
el Paso
Hoar Reelected to U S Senate from Massachusetts
Boston, Jan 15. Senator Hoar was reelected to the United States Senate at noon today for Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoar
Boston
Peeeen For Hoar
United States
Electrician Stricken Blind While Repairing Lamp at Alamogordo
George White, electrician for the Southern Electric Company, was sent to Alamogordo to repair the plant. While trimming an arc lamp Monday evening a flutter struck him and he was suddenly blinded. He remains in the hospital with eyelids paralyzed but light is visible through them. Doctors fear it may be a long recovery, if any.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alamogordo
Mr. White
Herald confronts Times over Carnival advertising scandal
The Herald denounces The Times for a false Carnival advertising claim and publishes an affidavit from Carnival committee members. It asserts no threats were made and provides sworn testimony by H R Wood about a proposed $96 display ad and subsequent investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Herald
Morning Times
Carnival Association
H. &. Wood
Carnival
Canadians Claim Pay Discrimination After South Africa Return
A large contingent of Canadian mounted rifles returns from South Africa under Major Williams. The officer says the Canadians face pay injustice, receiving 87 cents a day while Cape Colony volunteers and Australians get 1.25 dollars daily from the imperial government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Major Williams
Cape Colony
Mark Twain’s Daughter Clara Clemens Debuts in Washington
Clara Clemens daughter of Mark Twain will make her professional debut as a singer in Washington at the Columbia theater. She will perform a concert to introduce the Portuguese baritone Francisco De Sousa, showcasing her soprano voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Clara Clemens
Mark Twain
Will
McKinley to Use Ohio National Guard Troop at Inauguration
Washington January 15 The president elects personal escort for the March 4 inauguration. Troop A of the First Regiment cavalry Ohio National Guard will accompany McKinley to the capitol and back, a honor given to his escort four years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cavalry
Ohio Nations
Carnegie denies Morgan bid for Carnegie steel plant
Andrew Carnegie states that J P Morgan and any business associates did not attempt to acquire the Carnegie steel plant. The denial comes from Philadelphia dated January 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie
J. P. Morgan
Carnegie Steel Plant
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