Cronje Holding Out in Paardeberg Drift Fight
London watchers expect Cronje to surrender as cannon fire intensifies near Paardeberg Drift. Roberts garrison under siege with 50 guns within 2,000 yards. Rumors of capitulation denied. Buller advances toward Ladysmith are slow while White harasses Boer positions. Reports from Cape Town claim Brits pushing Boers from northern Cape Colony and burghers crossing the Orange River.
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London
Cronje
Paardeberg
Field Marshal Roberts
Lord Roberts
Kelly-Kenny
Buller
Ladysmith
White
Cape Town
Cape Colony
Orange River
Cronje seeks armistice as British press on at Paardenburg
From Paardenburg Drift in the Orange Free State on Tuesday Feb 20 General Cronje asked for a twenty four hour armistice to bury the dead but Lord Kitchener refused. A messenger later said Cronje intended to fight and not surrender, while Lord Roberts urged capitulation after a heavy day of fighting and bombardment.
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Paardenburg
Orange Free State
Laager
Smith-Dorien
French
Lord Roberts
Cronje
Paardeburg
Fire and retreat under deadly lyddite shelling
Descriptions detail how accurate howitzer fire with lyddite shells raked trenches and river beds as Boers retreated, creating green fumes and heavy smoke. Night deserters arrived, frightened and shaken, reporting abundant water yet inability to draw supplies from their langer during the night.
Terrific Bombardment at Paardeburg Enrages British Lines
A reporter describes Cronje's resistance at Paardeburg Feb 20 noting a massive bombardment by 110 guns along a four mile front. Lyddite and shrapnel fill the river bed while British infantry and naval guns shell Boer positions. The scene ends with mixed admiration and condemnation of the heaviest losses.
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Cronje
Boers Alarmed by Kimberley Defeat and Cronje Retreat
From Lorenzo Marques Feb. 22 report the Transvaal government shows alarm after Kimberley defeat and Cronje retreat. Newspapers are reticent but claim Cronje movement boosts burgher mobility for planned operations. Rumors say Free State seat moved to Wynburg and 6000 burghers sent from Ladysmith to Bloemfontein.
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Lorenzo Marques
Delagoa Bay
Transvaal
Kimberley
Cronje
Standard
Diggers
Free State
Wynburg
Ladysmith
Bloemfontein
Fighting at Ladysmith and the Klip river position
Hooshoof Laager reports heavy fighting Monday through Tuesday at Ladysmith with ongoing bombardment from the hills near the Klip river. British forces attempted a river crossing last night but were repelled with heavy losses. Australian and Boer positions readied a long range fire, while our losses were slight.
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Laager
Ladysmith
Drove Boers From Hills in Feb. Engagement
From Arundel on Thursday February 22 Evening Colonel Henderson led the TnnisKillings against Boer positions on the hills. The advance halted the retreating enemy and secured a local foothold. Casualties and fuller details await later dispatches.
Boers Driven North as British and Australian Forces Close In
The Boers retreated northward under fire from two guns aided by an Australian company near the British western post on Dragoon Hill. Colonel Henderson moved to Moorfontein farm, which he now occupies. British Hanover patrols pursued, and the Boers, not in great force, were persistently harried and withdrew a considerable distance northward.
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Dragoon Hill
Henderson
Moorfontein Farm
Hanover
Illness of Mrs Kruger Reported from Brussels Dispatch
A Brussels dispatch to the Herald reports from Pretoria that Mrs. Kru ger, wife of the president, is very ill. The note came via a New York transmission dated February 23. The report emphasizes the seriousness of her condition with no additional medical details.
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New York
Herald
Brussels
Pretoria
British Losses Sunday at Paardeburg Drift
London reports 146 men killed Sunday February 18 including 63 Highlanders and 18 Canadians in the Paardeberg drift engagement.
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London
Paardeburg Drift
Death of General McNulta in Washington
John Mc Nulta of Chicago died suddenly at the Hamilton house in Washington about 6:30 last evening while in the city on receivership business for a national bank. He was about 60 years old and well known in Washington for past roles with the whisky trust and bank investigations.
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Washington
John McNulta
Chicago
Hamilton House
Federal Court News Bankrupts Discharged and Hearing Set
Judge Baker discharged two patent infringement cases involving an electric cigar lighting device from DeKalb county. In Kessler v Inks the bill was dismissed for lack of equity. Eldred v Kessler ruled no infringement by the defendant. Final discharges ordered for Stiefel, Stefel, Pearse of this city, and Vought of Kendallville. Bankruptcy petitions hearing in Indianapolis March 15 for White Bluffton Crabill Snyder Dole Stace Ashley.
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Baker
United States Circuit Court
DeKalb County
William F. Kessler
Herbert J. Inks
George S. Eldred
William Kessler
Taylor
Mr. Kessler
Logan
Jacob Stiefel
Benjamin Stefel
Butler
James W. Pearse
John GC. Vought
Kendallville
Indianapolis
Andrew M. White
Bluffton
Cyrus A. Crabill
John W. Snyder
Frank P. Dole
Steuben County
Alfred W. Stace
John G. Ashley
National Democratic clubs set next meeting in Indianapolis
The executive committee met in Washington and decided to hold the next national Democratic clubs gathering in Indianapolis on September 5. Governor Black resigned as president and McMillan will lead until a new president is chosen. Sibley resigned from the committee as well, and a preparatory committee was named for Jefferson’s birthday celebration in Indianapolis on April 13.
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Washington
National Association of Democratic Clubs
McMillan
Indianapolis
Ind
Indiana
Black
Joseph C. Sibley
Pennsylvania
McKean
Jefferson
Randall Wheel Company Incorporation Forms Filed
Articles of incorporation for the Randall Wheel company were filed in the recorder's office by Attorney B. B. Hanna. Capital stock is set at 10,000 dollars in 400 shares of 25 dollars each. Incorporators are Edward White J W Hayden A L Randall and Fay P Randall.
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Randall Wheel Company
The
Recorder’s Office
B. B. Hanna
Edward White
J. W.hayden
A. L. Randall
Fay P. Randall
Declared Murderer Harsh Term For McKinley
A political figure labeled McKinley a murderer as part of a sharp statement urging voters not to back him. The remark aimed to sway public opinion and reduce support ahead of the election, highlighting tension in the campaign.
Resolutions Adopted Condemning Imperialism In Manila
Philadelphia February session of the eastern anti imperialist league adopts a resolution opposing McKinley administration expansion. It condemns the Philippines war, calls for opposing candidates, and seeks a national convention for united action. debate criticizes McKinley and praises cabinet members.
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Philadelphia
Eastern Conference
McKinley
Committee
Herbert Welch
United States
Philippines
Congress
National League
Republican Party
Moorfield Storey
Massachusetts
Storey
Frank Stephens
Hoar
Manila
Weyler
Cuba
Machinists Strike at Siemens Works in Chicago
Ninety machinists at Siemens plant walked out Thursday and yesterday over pay. They demanded wage increases and were refused. Among the strikers are several former residents of the city.
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Siemens
Balske ‘Works
Chicago
Sewell Holds Quiet Talks With Bryan En Route to New York
Sewell of Bath Maine former vice presidential candidate on the democratic ticket four years ago met Mr Bryan on the train carrying the Nebraska man to Atlanta. He left at noon for New York and declined to disclose the talk's nature.
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Sewell
Bath
Maine
Mr. Bryan
Atlanta
New York
Local inventor seeks capital for farm gate venture
W. J. Slack of LaGrange is in Fort Wayne to form a stock company for manufacturing his farm gate invention. Several Fort Wayne business men are examining the proposal, and a meeting to discuss the matter is likely to be arranged soon.
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W. J. Slack
Lagrange
Fort Wayne
Injured Bowser Dislocates Shoulder in Work Scuffle
Wesley Bowser, an employee of Bowser Oil Tank Works, residing on John Street, was hurt Thursday evening during a friendly scuffle with fellow workers. He was thrown and dislocated his shoulder in the fall.
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Wesley Bowser
Bowser Oil Tank Works
John Street
Bowser
Bryan to Grosvenor in Atlanta crowded hall
William Jennings Bryan addressed about 1,500 people in Atlanta last night defending his stance on the treaty. He said he supported ratification while urging independence for the Philippines on the same terms as Cuba, disputing General Grosvenor’s charges and blaming Republicans for war. Also notes Matt Rider of North Baltimore visiting the Ginders in Chicago Street.
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Atlanta
William Jennings Bryan
House of Representatives
Bryan
General Grosvenor
National House
Mr. Bryan
Bacon
Senate
Philippines
Mr. Grosvenor
Philippine Islands
Grosvenor
Providence
Matt Rider
North Baltimore
Ohio
J. A. Ginder
Chicago Street
Mr. Rider
Electric Bitters credited with saving life and curing ills
Hen rietta lawyer E B Munday asserts Electric Bitters cured his malarial fever jaundice and his brother’s life. The remedy is claimed to purge malaria purify blood aid digestion regulate liver kidneys and bowels relieve constipation dyspepsia and nervous or female ailments. Available at Dreier & Bros. drug store for 50c. Mrs Eliza A Antrup bought 609 South Calhoun from W E Doud for 2400.
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E. B. Munday
Henrietta
Tex
Dreier & Bros
Night of Terror Ends by New Discovery’s Aid
Mrs. H. Lincoln recounts a widow near Machias Maine facing pneumonia that threatened death. She credits Dr King’s New Discovery for saving her life and curing her consumption after a fearful night. The account praises the medicine as miraculous and effective.
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Burnham
Machias
H. Lincoln
Whipped Threir Wives Arraigned in Police Court
John White of Holman street and William W Wright of Home avenue faced police court on affidavits by Humane Officer Schlaudroff charging assault on their wives. White, father of several children, and Wright, with a nineteen year old son, saw White’s wife in court in mourning as he was released after promising to reform. White’s mother-in-law later testified he also assaulted her. the mayor offered him a chance to brace up with a suspended fine.
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John White
Holman Street
William W. Wright
Home Avenue
Schlaudroff
White
Wright
Bishop of Havana Arrives for New Post
Monseignor Sbarretti, the newly appointed bishop of Havana, arrived in the city this morning and was formally installed after a profession at the cathedral. He noted no public demonstration and said it was too early to judge his new office, adding that the Catholic church is cosmopolitan and transcends nationality.
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Havana
Monseignor Sbarretti
Hall's Catarrh Cure claims constitutional relief
There is widespread Catarrh believed incurable historically until constitutional treatment proved effective. Hall's Catarrh Cure by J. Cheney & Co of Toledo, Ohio is sold nationwide with a $100 reward for any failure to cure. Internal dosing targets blood and mucous membranes. testimonials and circulars available through doctors and druggists.
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Hall
FL 7
Cheney & Co
Talode
Ohta
J. Cheney & CQ
Toledo
Ohio
Samuel M Hench Announces Run for Congress in Indiana
Samuel M Hench declares candidacy for Congress in Indiana's Twelfth district subject to the Democratic convention decision. Fort Wayne, February 12, 1900.
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Twelfth
Samuel M. Hench
Fort Wayne, Ind
Democratic nominees announced for county and state seats
Editor Sentinel prints candidate notices for representative races. CHAS L DRUMMOND seeks representative seat in Allen county for a second term subject to the Democratic nominating convention on March 24. GEORGE B LAWRENCE also seeks a second term. ECOltr Sentinel notes GEO W LOUTTIT to announce candidacy for state representative pending democratic nominating convention on March 21, 1990.
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Chas. L. Drummond
Allen County
George B. Lawrence
Eciter Sentinel
Geo
W. Louttit
Superior Court Judge Candidate Statement
Thomas E. Ellison declares candidacy for the Superior Court seat subject to the Democratic nominating convention. John H. Aiken is noted in the convention context.
Judge Allen Circuit Court Nomination Case
Edward O Rourke stands for the Allen circuit court seat with party nomination pending the Democratic nominating convention decision.
Allen County Sheriff Candidates Declared
Frank H Whitney Frank Falber and Geo W Stout announce candidacy for the sheriff nomination of Allen County, subject to the decisions of the Democratic nominating convention to be held this year. Sentinel editor note confirms announcements.
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Sentinel
Allen County
Frank H. Whitney
Frank Falber
Geo. W. Stout
Rohan Nominates for County Treasurer at Democratic Convention
Sentinel announces John H. Rohan as a candidate for county treasurer in the Democratic nomination process. The notice also acknowledges a public editor’s request to announce a candidacy for trustee of Tracklyn Township, subject to the Democratic nomination.
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Democratic
John H. Rohan
Jackson
Township
Editor' “Sentinel
Tracklyn Township
John A. Bushman
Bushman Declares Candidacy for County Surveyor
John A. Bushman announces his bid for county surveyor pending decision of election authorities. The filing signals a primary focus on land measurement, mapping accuracy, and public service eligibility.
Assessor Names In Local Decision Pending
Assessor designation remains pending, with names William Eggemann and Jos Tonkel listed among those involved. Wording indicates positions are subject to a formal decision. The excerpt emphasizes awaiting official action from the reviewing body.
Candidate A R Schniteer Seeks First District County Commissioner
The document states A R Schniteer is a candidate for county commissioner in the First district for both the long and short terms under the Democratic nominating convention, subject to the party’s regular nominating convention decision.
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Sentinel
Local declarations of candidacy for county commissioner
Several residents and editors submit notices announcing runs for county commissioner in multiple districts. Names include Christian Schlaudroft Madison Township First District and Milton M. Tilomescn Third District. Other declarations cite Second District under Democratic nominating convention and Third District candidates like Charles Griebel and Gotl Lie schater Milan Township.
Coroner Seeks Re Nomination in Allen County
A candidate announces intent to seek re nomination for the office of coroner in Allen county subject to the decision of the Democratic nominating body. The statement signals ongoing campaign plans and party process for the upcoming election.
Wayne Township Nominating Notices and Candidacies
Editor Sentinel announces candidate declarations for Wayne township offices. Names include WM Gaffney Louis Schirmeyer James Lion Smith H Hilbrecht Sr and Thomas S McGee as nominees or candidates subject to the Democratic or Gemorriti nominating conventions for trustee assessor positions.
Trustee Washington to Seek Washington Town Trustee Office
A notice states an individual named Washington announces candidacy for the office of trustee of Washington town. The message reflects an upcoming decision and formal declaration of intent.
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Kruger III
M’nulta
the Federal Court News
M’kinley
Death
Eliza A. Antrup
Calhoun Street
W.E. Doud
Superior Court
Thomas E. Ellison
John H. Aiken
Judge Circuit Court
Allen
Edward O’rourke
William Eggemann
Jos. Tonkel
A. R. Schniteer
Christian Schlaudroft
Frederick W. Franke
Madison Township
Benj. M’quieton
Washington Township
M. L
Charles Griebel
Editor Sentinel
Milton M. Tilomescn
Third District
John BF. Brannan
Gottlieb Schater
Milan
Wayne Township
WM. Gaffney
Louis Schirmeyer
James Lion Smith
H. Hilbrecht
Thomas 8. M’gee
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