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Newspaper
English News
Location
English, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
7
A historical overview discusses the South African conflict, its unclear causes, and key phases. It covers early battles at Glencoe and Elandslaagte, subsequent Union advances, sieges including Mafeking, Roberts and Buller campaigns, the shift to guerilla warfare, and the eventual British annexation of the Transvaal.
The piece notes brilliant Boer maneuvers amid limited lasting benefit to their cause. It recalls Gen Delarey defeating Gen Methuen on March 8, followed by April 11 peace overtures, suggesting these events influenced England’s terms. It argues the war could drag on if Boers refused unconditional surrender or peace terms.
Paul Kruger emerges as a defining Boer leader whose life spans frontier wars from Zulus to Majuba and the trek to Transvaal. Born 1825 in the Cape Colony, he rose from veldt service to commander in chief and president thrice, later living in Europe. He hunted deeply, claimed over 250 boar kills, and remains revered as a monumental figure in South African history.
The piece notes Americans in South Africa contributing to development and mining. Howard C. Hillegas praises American leadership and skill driving success in major ventures alongside European capital. It highlights Americans trained in California and Colorado mining fields shaping operations and management.
The Orange Free State area is 48,000 square miles with a population of 77,716 whites including 40,571 males and 37,145 females. Of the total 51,910 were born in the Free State and 21,136 in Cape Colony, plus 129,87 natives.
London June 1 reports Lord Kitchener confirms surrender terms signed by Boer representatives and Lord Milner. London bells ring and crowds cheer as proclamations reach the War Office and King Edward. Pretoria proclaims interest accrual resumes June 1 with June 26 27 holidays for coronation.
Washington June 2 officials at the British embassy here greet the news of the surrender and the end of the war in South Africa. The signing terms are seen as liberal to quicken peace before King Edward’s coronation. Ottawa reports joy with city hall bell, flags, fireworks, and a half holiday for students.
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