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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1900
Page
2
The piece notes that the Highland kilt is no longer fit for combat in the South Africa conflict and will serve only as a parade uniform. It also surveys diverse topics from 1898 vessel traffic to engineering feats and startling anecdotes from Europe and China.
The Army and Navy Journal dismisses claims of a near end to the war. It notes English reinforcements despite proclamations and cites casualty totals from major 1899 1900 engagements including Colenso Paardeberg Spionkop and Magersfontein with thousands killed wounded and missing.
An authority in physical development warns against extreme indoor gymnastics and excess training. He argues that such forms weaken the body, while proper breathing and correct posture are essential for lasting health and balanced strength.
Reports say French experiments in wireless telegraphy achieved reliable shore to ship communication up to sixty miles. The success leads to equipping the Mediterranean squadron with the apparatus. A Maine law bans inscriptions on the stars and stripes and political flags. German city yearbook notes rising horse meat consumption with dog slaughter in several cities.
A translated tract and other native writings are condemned as anti Christian propaganda in China. The piece alleges foreign influence, occult practices, and brutal rituals used to inflame locals against Christians. It cites gruesome eye removal and silver-for-eyes schemes, urging suppression of these attacks on native faiths.
The Pall Mall Gazette notes the trek ox as a reliable burden bearer in war logistics. Cape Colony and Natal authorities buy ox transports as mules fade in efficiency, with oxen slow but steady at about three miles per hour. Ox care, grazing needs, and risks such as lung sickness are discussed, along with night treks and convoy discipline.
The article extols John Singer Sargent as a leading American born painter who trained in France and thrived in London. It notes his rapid ascent among English portraitists, his fame across England and America, his modest nature, dedication to work, love of music, and broad literary interests as a popular host and artist.
The text lauds an unnamed English professional as amiable and unrivaled, noting four American painters whose work is deemed the period’s best in England. It names Whistler Sargent Shannon and Abbey as leading portraitists and historical illustrator, with a nod to the author’s admiration from Youth's Companion.
A long, sensational chronicle traces the Havemeyer family losses from 1862 through late 19th century years of divorce, death, and disputed wills. It recounts George Havemeyer’s fatal refinery shaft accident, Henry O Havemeyer’s divorce and marriage, Clara Sutton elopement and divorce, multiple deaths in the family, and public court battles over wealth and wills.
Lord John Manners notes that forty seven years have passed since the Duke of Argyll joined Lord Aberdeen's government in 1852 as Lord Privy Seal, yet the Duke of Rutland remains from the prior administration, having served as Chief Commissioner of Works and Public Buildings in Lord Derby's cabinet in 1852. He also remarks that enthusiasm can boost spirit but not always act as a tonic.
A Navy Department mapmaker told a Washington reporter that maps of China are scarce old and unreliable. He notes China has not published detailed internal or coastal charts for years and foreigners lack access to official data while London based maps and private coast charts fill some gaps. The missing detail could complicate any invasion.
The article notes more than 15 million dollars in old fractional paper currency remains outstanding, mostly in private hands and by collectors. Heirs occasionally redeem shin plesters found in old possessions, and banks occasionally forward intact sheets to Washington.
The article notes that early fractional notes were cut or perforated for souvenirs. It cites a Treasury collection of first issue currency signed by Treasurer Skinner and describes annual redemption totaling about 3 million dollars, with prized notes saved for collectors.
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