Baden-Powell Dead and Boer Forces Fortify Hills
London reports say Colonel Baden-Powell is dead and that 35,000 Boers with ninety guns fortify hills between Kroonstad and Winburg. Dispatches note British action at Elandslaagte, with light losses, and confusion over a supposed massacre north of Bloemfontein. Boer envoys in Europe debate Milner and war aims.
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London
Pretoria
Baden-Powell
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Daily Mail
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Kroonstadt
Winburg
War Office
Lord Roberts
Boers Fire Grass On Hills In Plea For Position
London reports dispatches from April 12 noting Boer actions at Blandsheigte and Aliwal North. Boers set fire to grass on two hills extending fifteen miles along a front, moved cannons during the night, and still hold Sunday's river bridge. General Chermside appointed to command the third division. Duke of Marlborough arrives at Bloemfontein. Lord Kitchener reaches Aliwal North after departure. A Boer big gun was knocked over at Wepenes.
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Gaturcee
London
Blandsheigte
Jones’ Kop
Oa Kopse
Boers Resist Before Surrender Near Bloemfontein
April 11 report from Bloemfontein describes a four hour stand by Boer forces halted only when British troops closed to within fifteen yards. Seven enemy killed, eleven wounded, fifty-one captured. Lieutenant Boyle and Williams among the wounded. Patrick Campbell killed. Williams allegedly killed after white flag raised. shooter executed. Methven praises imperial yeomanry and Lumberley mounted corps for conduct.
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Marshal Roberts
War Office
Bloemfontein
Alethuen
Boyle
Williams
Patrick Campbell
Methven
Imperial Yeomanry
Iumberley Mounted Corps
German Press Views British Checks in South Africa
Berlin reports the German press notes British checks in South Africa with calm tone, implying limited military significance and suggesting no major repercussions or escalation. The commentary reflects a restrained analysis of imperial actions and potential impacts.
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Berlin
South Africa
Reproduction of Spionkop in New Jersey
Two men were badly hurt in West Orange New Jersey during a sham Spionkop battle staged by James H. White to film moving pictures. About 200 participants in Boer and British costumes used a cannon. a premature discharge wounded James H. White and William McCarthy, with White severely burned and injured. McCarthy’s injuries were not dangerous.
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West Orange
N. J
Spionkop
South Africa
James H. White
Second Orange Mountain
White
William McCarthy
Orange
Orange Memorial Hospital
McCarthy
Porto Rico tariff bill passes after five hour House debate
The House approved all Senate amendments to the Porto Rican tariff by 161 to 153, sending the measure to the president. The bill retains 15 percent duties on U S goods to Porto Rico but exempts some imports, and ends free access for certain items. Legal adviser Magoon's split opinions and several paired votes are noted amid the lengthy debate.
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Senate
Porto Rico
United States
Heatwole
Minnesota
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Lane
Iowa
Littlefield
McCall
Massachusetts
H. (. Smith
Michigan
Warne
Ilinois
Pletcher
Maine
Lorimer
Uinois
Davey and
Meyer
Louisiana
Sibley
Pennsylvania
DeVries
Stallings
Alabany
Porto Rico Constitution Opinion Sparked by Magoon
Washington April 12 A dated opinion by Migoon an insular official discusses extending the constitution over Porto Rico. It asserts that once territory was conveyed it became U S soil and under constitutional authority, with Congress needing no further action. Also notes Meiklejohn noting practice criticisms and a later Magoon opinion. Osborn Deignan named acting boatswain on the gun boat Marietta after Morin vessel sinking.
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Migoon
Insular
Porto Rico
Spain
Congress
Meiklejohn
War Department
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Meiklejolan
Meikiejolia
Osbord Deignan
An OmMeer
Osborn Deishan
Pacific cable bill passes amid minor debates in Washington
Washington April 12 The Pacific cable bill authorizes 3 million for a San Francisco to Honolulu line and the District DIL measure passes. A bill limits debate on the Porto Rican bill and is sent to committee. Other items include construction updates at a Boston area plumbing firm and a church conference endowing Western Union College with a 10000 fund.
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San Francisco
Nonolulu
Senate
United Evangelicals
Leuiars
Tinails
Des Moines
Navilia West Lowst
Flatte
Nebo
United Mvangelcal Church
Western Union College
Tlinois Conference
Canada Raises the Pulp Duty
The Ottawa government has informed Washington of a pulp wood duty increase from 20 to 10 cents per cord, effective May 2, 1900. The change affects Canada and United States trade relations as officials monitor the impact on lumber and paper industries.
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Washington
Poe State Department
Ottawa
Bryan Is Coming East in Campaign Tour Notes
William J. Bryan Tett for the east yesterday by way of Phoenix Arizona and Albuquerque New Mexico.
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Los Angeles
Gal
William J. Bryan
Phoenix
A.T
Albuquerque
N. M
Paris letter mocks brisk expeditor with 4:30 hour remark
A Boston letter recounts a Paris meeting plan by an American art commission representative. A note to MacNeill Whistler jokes about arriving at 4:30 precisely, calling the sender the author of the Gentle Art of Making Enemies. Also mentions Niagara gas finds and Japanese auction decor trends in New York.
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MacNeill Whistler
J. Macn. Wisber
Boston
Advertiser
New York
Grain-O beverage promotes grain based coffee substitute
Try Grain-O. Ask your grocer to show the new food drink that substitutes coffee. Children may drink it without injury as well as adults. It has the rich brown color of Mocha and Java but is made from pure grains and agrees with delicate stomachs. Priced at 25 cents per package, sold by all grocers.
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Java
Try Schlott's Laundry on South Galena Avenue
Laundry ad lists shirt waists plain 10c and fancy prices, lace curtains 80c per pair, rough dry 3c per bunch. Phone 269 to call for pickup. Address 42 South Galena avenue. 4-Odéf
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Odéf
Opportunities for Business on Chic ago & North-Western Railway Lines
A pamphlet detailing business opportunities along the Chicago and North-Western Railway lines is available. Inquiries may be made through C and N W agents or the General Passenger and Ticket Agent at 22 Fifth Ave Chicago Ill. Helen H Birch piano teacher studi o 150 West St tf
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Chicago & North-Western Railway
Fifth Ave
Chicago
Ill
Helen H. Birch
West St
City Seeks Sealed Bids for Steel Vault Fixtures
Freeport Illinois April 4 1900 sealed bids for steel vault fixtures per filed plans at city clerk's office due by Friday April 13 8 PM bid openings at city hall. City reserves right to reject any or all bids. George H Tanpy City Clerk
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Freeport
Ill
George H. Tanpy
Magnetic cure for diseases without drugs or surgery
The advertisement touts a natural remedy to cure chronic illnesses, claiming relief for long-standing conditions. It lists diplomas from four top magnetic schools including Westmer in Nevada, Missouri, and cites Freeport clients cured. Office is 158 Stephenson St Freeport IL. Consultation free.
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Nevada
Freeport
Stephenson St
Ill
Consuhnaion Beee
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