Cavalry At The Door
Cavalry movement reported near Bloemfontein as capture seems imminent with forces advancing to seize the city. Reports assign urgency to relief and siege developments affecting regional control.
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1900
Page
1
British cavalry reach Bloemfontein doors in March advance
Lord Roberts reports from the field that General French seized the Bloemfontein rail hub and two hills commanding the town. A brother of President Steyn is captured. telegraph and rail lines disrupted as reinforcements move up toward the capital of the Orange Free State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Lord Roberts
War Office
Ventervieit
Bloemfontein
French
Steyn
Pettiusburg
War Clouds Over South Africa Break ing
The article notes signs of peace amid tensions in South Africa as international pressure and local talks surface. Details mention negotiators, timelines, and potential steps toward de-escalation without graphic description.
United States Likely Mediator in Boer War Term Breakthrough
Washington reports the first step toward ending the South African war after Kruger and Steyn asked major powers to mediate. The United States appears to bear the burden, sending a note to Ambassador Choate for Lord Salisbury with Boer terms. Britain resists Boer independence, seeking unconditional surrender and control of terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Army of the United States
Washington
Guam
Alabama
Fitzsimmons and Boeber reunite over training pay
In New York on March 13 Fitzsimmons paid Ernest Boeber the salary he claimed was due for assisting in training for fights with Corbett and Maher. Boeber is expected to help Fitzsimmons train for the upcoming bout with Sharkey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Fitzsimmons
Ernest Boeber
Fitz
Boeber
Corbett
Maher
Julian
Pitz
Sharkey
Naughty Anthony at Brandii Bates Show Draws Empty Seats
New York on March 13 reports Henry Irving performed to empty benches while crowds fought for souvenirs of silk stockings given away at the Naughty Anthony show. It marked the seventy-fifth performance with Brandii Bates as star as she continued public stockings demonstrations to elevate her art.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Henry Irving
Anthony
Brandii Bates
Openings of a Prayer in Sheldon’s Christian Daily
A historical notice notes the daily religious opening prayers in Sheldon’s Christian publication. The piece reflects devotional practices and the paper’s tone as it frames morning prayer as guidance for readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheldon’s
Christian Daily
Topeka Capitol Debuts As Religious weekly
The first edition edited by Rev. Charles M. Sheldon appears with no news, focusing on religious missionary temperance and social issues. The issue includes prayer, famine relief appeals, antiwar columns, saloon critique, prohibition pieces, and a Colorado home for consumptives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kas
Topeka Capitol
Charles M. Sheldon
Jesus
Vincent
Methodist Diocese of
Kansas
Ord
Jesus Christ
India
Sheldon
C. N. Howard
Rochester
N. Y
State Temperance Union
Colorado
Rev. Sheldon
Harold T. Chase
Entertaining Cattlemen Stand For Two Hundred Millions
A Fort Worth event gathers cattlemen discussing a two hundred million funding or investment matter. Leadership from local agribusiness groups outlines aims and potential market impact.
Fat Stock Show Opens Amid Texas Cattle Raisers Meet
Fort Worth hosts the twenty fourth annual Texas Cattle Raisers association convention with 2500 visitors from Texas and neighboring regions plus livestock exchange reps from major cities. Officers report good condition and prosperity this season while Fort Worth plans a Mystic Knights of Bosnia ball and a Mardi Gras style parade. The fat stock show opening today is described as the best of its kind in the Southwest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Tex
Texas Cattle Raisers’ Association
Stamp Collectors Linked to Tuberculosis Warning
London reports a French army surgeon claims stamp collecting spreads tuberculosis. A man with advanced TB, a stamp collector, moistens stamps with his tongue. Experiments with stamp-soaked water killed guinea pigs, prompting a government warning to stamp collectors and especially children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Khé
Wight
Prench
Street Car Line Sale Creates New El Paso Transit Group
Three road interests led by John T. Terry Col Anson Mills and Max Weber form a new company with 200000 capitalization after the street railway sale in El Paso The plan favors horse or mule cars with improved tracks and a longer late night service while a Stanton Street bridge is rebuilt and a potential switch to electric service may occur within two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Terry
New York
el Paso Street
Col. Anson Mills
Max Weber
Juarez
L. M. Sheldon
Humphries
de Gonder
Britton Davis
Senator Bate
Ynocente Ochoa
Magottio
John Hopper
Tuk Herald
Santa Fe
Zach White
el Paso
St. Louis Street
Stanton Or Campbell
San Antonio Street
Stanton Street
General Wheeler The Gallant Old Warrior in El Paso
A historical note recalls General Wheeler’s strong leadership during operations in El Paso, highlighting his strategic bravado and enduring influence on U.S. military actions in the region.
Prospects Are Good For Building International Dam El Paso
Prospects look favorable for constructing the international dam at El Paso as plans move forward with federal and regional authorities. Officials indicate strong support from nearby communities and potential funding avenues are being explored to complete the project.
Wheeler Greets El Paso Crowd On Philippine Policy
General Joseph A Wheeler spoke in El Paso affirming US control over the Philippines under conditions and denying retirement talk. He described two million Filipinos under US rule as content yet cautious and discussed Guam and war rumors. Senator Culberson and Representative Stephens plan identical bills for El Paso dam and water treaty with Mexico, with a multi million appropriation and railroaded passage anticipated despite the Elephant Butte case pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
el Paso
Joseph A. Wheeler
Alabama
Philippines
United States
Kentucky
Commodity Prices and Dairy Notice from El Paso
New York pricing data shows copper at 164, silver 52, lead 4.45. Buttermilk availability noted from El Paso Dairy Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
el Paso Dairy Co
War and Labor Strain British Manufacturing Districts
London report from March 13 notes the sixth month of war reduces available labor, with unemployment at its lowest in a decade. The south and west England face acute shortages, storms hindered snow clearance, wages rose, and demand for tents paddles fanners and tinned foods rose as industry supports the army.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
Labor Department
Board of Trade
Financial Bill Vote Promised as Houses Convene
In Washington on March 13 the two houses meet for a planned vote on the financial measure. A sizable crowd attends the session at noon. The Border Rifles plan an 8 o'clock drill with every member expected to attend.
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Washington, ¢March
Border Rifles
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