Britain Mobilizes Vast Force for South Africa War
Britain prepares a sweeping army redeployment to South Africa within five weeks. Yeomanry, volunteers, colonial troops and militia chiefs join Field Marshal Roberts and Lord Kitchener in a rapid buildup. Cities like Ladysmith, Kimberley and Mafeking face siege danger while a general mobilization shifts to a marked imperial conflict.
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England
Lord Roberts
Geo
Lord Ixitchouer
Khartoum
South Africa
British Merit Marine
Markeinte
Great Britain
Tannary
Ladysmith
Kimberley
Mafeking
Yeomanry
London ‘Telegraph
Scotland
Wales
Militia, Volunteers, and Reserve Forces in the Era
The text outlines the structure of militia and volunteer forces, noting 114,000 men in the militia and reserves, with youths and farmers forming the backbone. It describes officers, yeomanry, artillery, engineers, and artisan components, and mentions expected volunteer limits and public sentiment as stocks react to a British defeat in Africa.
House Passes Currency Bill With Party Split Vote
The House approved a currency bill by a 190 to 150 party line vote after a week of debate. Democrats Clayton Denny Driggs Fitzgerald Thippert Scudder Thayer and Wilson backed the measure, which seeks gold dollar recognition, gold coin redemption, and bank note issuance up to bond parity, while the Senate plans its own action after recess.
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Clayton
New York
Denny
Maryland
Driggs
Fitzgerald
Thippert
Scudder
Thayer
Massachusetts
Wilson
House
Senate
Boer Riot in Dublin Sparks Police Crackdown
Police dispersed a mass Boer sympathy meeting in Dublin on Sunday. Fights broke out, flags were destroyed, and several arrests were made. Figures including Maud Gonne, James Connolly, and Michael Davitt spoke as crowds shouted pro Boer chants and insults toward the queen and empire. Davitt urged European powers to support the Boer republic.
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England
Dublin
Sanday
Transvaal
Maud Gonone
Joan of Arc
James Connally
Connally
Ireland
Chamberlain
Empire
Michael Davitt
Europe
Great Britain
Monaco
Redmond
End of War News Report From General Otis Dispatch
Washington received Gen Otis dispatch stating Filipinos seek drastic measures to restore normality in the Philippines. It notes remnants of Aguilakto’s forces planning further crimes and favoring harsh punishment while suggesting native troops assist in policing, though some officials question such methods.
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Otis
War Department
Washington
Cen
Otis Doriday
Philippines
Oris
Aguilakto
Bunds
Trrison
Maiy
Iin
Ele
Otis Seizes Letters on Aguinaldo Support
General Otis forwarded to Washington letters found in rebel archives. The papers reportedly show Aguinaldo had active moral backing from prominent anti expansionists in the United States.
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Asuinaldo
Otis
Washington
Rel
Aguinaldo
United States
Barge 115 Believed Lost With Crew Of Nine
Reports say whaleback barge 115, towed by the steamer Colgate Hoyt, is lost with nine aboard. Names of some crew include Captain S Hur A Boyce, Mate Michael Miynop, and Cook William Buckner. The barge had no insurance and was abandoned after the tow broke.
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S ‘Hur A. Boyce
Michael Miynop
William Buckner
Bearch
Colgate Hoyt
Market Woes Ripple Through Stocks and Commodities
A week of selling driven by excitement and British reversals sent traders into a semi panic as funds liquidated holdings. Wheat closed slightly lower while corn prospects spark debate over next crop size and export demand, with prices modest and little room for large stock buildup without price concessions.
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Jon
Don
Lieut Brumby Dead and Dewey Staff Lose Aide At Manila
Lieutenant Thomas M Brumby secretary to Admiral Dewey and flag lieutenant died after a bout with typhoid fever at Garfield hospital Washington. He served with Dewey at Manila and was praised as bright and capable by the admiral. Brumby’s death marks the third Dewey associate from the Manila battle to die. His mother lives in Marietta Georgia and his father was a Confederate colonel. He was 28. A separate note reports a 445 million gallon Galton reservoir to be built by the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad southeast of Galesburg.
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Manila
Thomas M. Brumby
Admiral Dewey
Garfield Hospital
Washington
Brunby
Prumiy
Georgia
Lariay
Tavat
Broady
Amino
Sulluutry
Gridley
Wood
Brumby
Libut
Bruemhy
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad
Galesburg
Chicago
Walling of Congress Galleries Shows Rare Sparks of Interest
In a veteran Washingtonian view, gallery crowds tire of routine debates as speakers rarely spark excitement. Visitors, especially strangers, scrutinize members for status while the Capitol’s two floors yield few dramatic moments, leaving many disappointed with the calm pace of proceedings.
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Ion Hand
Tye
Capitol
Congress
Powudays
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Patrick Henry
Galleries of
Representat
Mhey
Convict statistics and state labor plans noted in Iowa report
Secretary of State Dobson fled with the governor as Iowa released the biennial criminal report ending September 30. It cites 2444 total convictions across counties, sentencing 645 to jail and 977 to the penitentiary, with fines totaling 175 dollars 25.33 and 71 523.44 paid into county treasuries. Prosecution costs total 419 627.26. county attorney payments reach 171 100. The report records 32 765 years imprisonment in the penitentiary and 54 years in county jails. Among offenders 1 870 are American, 614 foreign, with a portion unknown. 61 cannot read or write. The board discussed convict labor and a planned twine plant at Anamosa, with most opposing the venture as unwise. Allamakee County iron ore proves rich. plans to build furnaces at Waukon next year. The supreme court overruled Novak rehearing, while former convict Novak remains under sentence for killing Edward Murray. The State Horticultural Society elected officers, and Des Moines court-house site issues were resolved to allow sale and riverfront replacement. Public health notes report suspected smallpox in Eddyville and northwestern Iowa disease control progress. The auditor’s report lists 79 domestic and 27 foreign business associations operating in Iowa. The State House gathering of state institution superintendents occurred, and the December supreme court term will issue opinions. Other entries include legislative seat contests, Trans-Mississippi Exposition funding, and tax-related reassignments.
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Iowa
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