Cronje Surrenders at Paardeberg End of Boer War Stand
London announces General Cronje and his entire force capitulated unconditionally at dawn. About 3,000 to 4,000 Boer prisoners, including 1,150 Free State, are to be sent to Cape Town. Lord Roberts reports heavy captives and chose to celebrate on Majuba’s anniversary. Crowds cheer in London as Queen Victoria expresses satisfaction and visits wounded soldiers.
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Nettlely Hospital
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Canadian Regiment
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Second
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England
Bloemfontein
Free State
Glasgow
Liverpool
Majuba Avenged and Cronje Surrenders Widely Celebrated
London rejoices at Lord Roberts dispatch announcing Cronje’s surrender at Paardeberg and Majuba Day victory. Press praise contrasts with cautious war hopes as details emerge. Queen telegrams congratulations. provinces show vivid celebrations while London remains restrained by anticipation.
A Queer Celebration in London Over Cronje Surrender
London observes General Cronje's surrender with muted public displays. War office lobbies report quick dissemination of the news amid drizzling rain. At Mansion House crowds cheer and recall Majuba, while the stock exchange shows brief optimism followed by little change in prices.
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Officers Captured With Cronje Named by Roberts
London reports General Roberts captured Piet Cronje and several noted commanders. Included are Chief Commandant M J Wolverans a Volksraad member Field Cornet Frus a Scandinavian Major Albrecht renowned German artillery officer Major von Dewitz noted for Boer engineering works since the war began.
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Roberts
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M. J. Wolverans
Volksraad
Cornet Frus
Albrecht
von Dewitz
Surrender of Cronje Sparks Mediation Calls in Paris
Paris reports the surrender of General Cronje and notes British victory, while newspapers praise Cronje's valor and warn war may harden Boer resistance. Some editors urge Britain to accept mediation to halt bloodshed, citing The Temps urging both sides to end the war and seek reconciliation.
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Lord Roberts
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Great Britain
Depew argues for Philippine policy and growth ties
In Washington on February 27, Mr. Depew urged a broad Philippine policy stressing U S rights to govern the islands and to use them for markets. He compared imperial questions to historic shifts and warned that Pacific markets and a canal will boost American industry while Cuba shows the path to order and self government. Mr Turley then resumed his Quay hearing on Senate seating.
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Klondike Trip Delayed by Cold Weather and Local Moves
Harry Grosjean postpones trip to Klondike due to bitter cold. Mundt & Co. dairy to move to Beckman farm near Robison Park in a few weeks. F. A. Grosjean to open grocery on Barr Street in Fort Wayne. The Willing Workers mourn the resignation of Mrs. Grosjean, a longtime member. Arthur Waters plans a large new livery stable by March 10. Clarence Cook to Kenya? and Julian Grosjean voyage noted. George Braun named Star nine captain after Clarence Cook resigns. John Cook and Allen Waters transact business in Churubusco. Julian Grosjean to join Grosjean lumbering venture if prospects prove good. James Vandeller’s barber business continues to grow. Charles Badiac spent Sunday near town.
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Arthur Waters
Main Street
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Charles Badiac
James Vandeller
Two Democratic Speeches at the Bi Metallic Union Meeting
The Bi metallic Union held a Monday evening gathering at Democratic headquarters with speeches by E V Emrick and John H Aiken. Emrick denounced imperialism and urged voters to back Democratic leader Yean and emphasized education of voters on key issues. Aiken tied McKinley Hanna support to 1896 gains, warned of money power, and urged unity for Democrats ahead of July 4.
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United States
Mark Hanna
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Aiken
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America
Announcement Pending if Plan Is Completed
The text notes that an announcement will be made later if the proposed plan is completed. It mentions an intended statement to follow once the process is finished. No names, dates, or locations are provided in the readable fragment.
Urbine to be brought to city for mental state review
Sheriff Melching received word that Joseph Urbine a prominent Perry township farmer has become violent and deranged. He will be taken from the Urbine homestead two and a half miles from Academy station to the city for custody. Friends will be pained by his affliction as a member of a leading county family.
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Joseph Urbine
Perry Township
Urbine
Academy Station
Mr. Urbine
Mrs Lucinda Ruhl Dies After Long Illness at 68
Mrs Lucinda Ruhl mother of Dr W D Ruhl of this city died at 2 30 Monday at her home near Hoagland after an extended illness due to dropsy and heart disease She was 68 and widowed six years Surviving children include Dr W D Ruhl John Ruhl of Monroeville Charles Ellsworth Louis Ruhl and daughters Mrs Anna Drake and Mrs Sarah Morton The funeral will be Thursday at 10 30 am from the residence and later from Antioch Lutheran church Rev Metschman will officiate
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Hoagland
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Madison Township
John Ruhl
Monroeville
Charles Ellsworth
Louis Ruhl
Anna Drake
Sarah Morton
Deceaseu
New Philadelphia
Galion
John H. Ruhl
Monmonth
Adams County
Ind
Mayson Township
Ale County
Antioch Lutheran Church
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Metschman
Pueblo Couple to Wed in Midweek Ceremony
Miss Ella Greer of Pueblo Colorado will marry George Rhoades of the same city on Wednesday. Greer formerly taught in Pueblo city schools and is a daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Greer.
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Ella Greer
Pueblo, Col
George Rhoades
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Thomas Greer
Suggestive Hints on Turkey Quills Value
A 19th century tip notes that turkey quills have market value and can be sorted by variety or sold as they come. It introduces the term fleece for poultry dressing, covering wing tail pointer and body feathers. Saving quills and feathers can yield a handsome profit.
Notice of Foreclosure in Allen County Indiana
A foreclosure suit is filed in the Superior Court of Allen County Indiana January term 1900 by John Rhinesmith et al against Paul H Stock et al The defendant Isabel M Cherry a non resident of Indiana must appear and answer or demur by April 28 1900 or the case will proceed in her absence Clerk Frank J Belot and attorney John F Rodabaugh represent the plaintiffs at 2813
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Allen County
John Rhinesmith
Paul H. Stock
Superior Court
Indiana
Mechanic’s Licen
Isabel M. Cherry
Frank J. Belot
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