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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1899
Page
2
Reports from various points in the Cape and Natal fronts describe Boer forces repelling a night assault near Kimberley and Stormberg, with heavy British casualties and many missing. Dispatches from Gen Gatacre and others note misled guides, difficult ground, and a cautious retreat toward Molteno as Boer guns threatened the retreating column.
General Gatacre leads a 4000 strong force from Molteno toward Stormberg positions. A night march through rocks and veldt ends with sudden Boer fire on the front and right, exposing entrenched Boers. Royal Irish Rifles sheltered behind a kopje as other detachments sought cover, then fought at long range while a mounted infantry maneuvered for the Boer right flank.
A Ladysmith sortie by Natal volunteers and Imperial Light Horse captured Lombard Kop and destroyed two six inch guns while a third was taken. One killed and Major Henderson wounded. Gen Buller confirms the success as relief for the besieged garrison with reinforcements and telegraph lines targeted.
Chicago rider Charles W. Miller and Frank Waller won the six day race at Madison Square Garden finishing first by two laps with 2 733.25 miles. Otto Maya and Archie McEachern were second, Louis Gimm and Burns Pierce third. Jay Eaton’s partner dropped out. Walthour won the top individual prize with 1 402.4 miles. Waller-Miller share $1,000. other prizes ranged to $800, $700, $500. Four hours of flame burn Augusta damage to $1,000,000 with no casualties.
Beaver Dam Wisconsin resident A. Smith prominent attorney died here on Thursday at age 77. He was brought from Omaha ten days ago for burial. Smith previously headed headquarter offices in Omaha and served in several local offices during residence in Beaver Dam. He was attorney for the Union Pacific railway. Republicans Certify Election as canvassing board completes certificates for state officers from governor to several posts. Paylor leads by 2588 ballots. Dems plan to meet and may contest before the legislature.
Springfield Illinois December 11 The total equalized assessed value of the state's property for the year fixed by the state board of equalization amounts to 943090574 an increase of 174624684 over 1898.
A fire damp explosion in Carbon Hill Coal Company mine No 7 traps 76 men. Of the 32 victims 39 are unharmed five wounded and many bodies are mangled. Rescuers rush to reach comrados as scenes of anguish unfold at the mine mouth in Carbonado Washington.
Rescue of two men believed dead after entombment in a cavernous chamber follows a night of suffocating black damp. Peter Merp survives and jokes about his dogs while Michael Knish recovers. identified dead include Leonard Johnson and others from Welsh and Polish communities. Gov. Rogers orders inquest with State Mine Inspector Owens attending. Cherokee legislative act names Judge William M. Springer as resident attorney for Cherokees at Washington.
Boston Transcript recounts an 1839 incident in Texas where Lee, then a dashing officer, was wounded by an arrow during a clash with Ioway and Comanche forces in Cimarron country. He was carried 150 miles back to safety, and later recovered. The piece notes the Second Cavalry’s notable officers including Johnston, Lee, Kirby Smith, Loeffler, and others.
An ad touts Boschee's German Syrup as the universal cure for severe throat and lung troubles. It claims to heal tissue, destroy germ disease, ease inflammation, aid expectoration, and improve sleep. The copy urges trying one bottle and notes sample bottles at Emmert & Burrell. It also mentions the Crown Prince of Germany reaching age next May and acquiring a separate Potsdam castle establishment.
An advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar soothes sore throat and lungs during a severe cold, promising immediate relief and a feeling of healing. The copy ends with a customer guarantee and the slogan it hits the spot. It cites H. J. Moogh and W. F. Jungkunz & Co.
Benj Ingerson of Hutton Ind says he had not spoken above a whisper for months until Fo Leys Honey and Tar restored his voice. The remedy is popular among speakers and singers. HH J Moogk W FB dungkunz Co.
On the first and third Tuesdays of each month through October the Southern Railway offers low one way and round trip tickets to Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Virginia and Florida. Homeseekers’ tickets cost one fare plus $2 for the round trip, valid 21 days from sale to return. For details and illustrated matter, contact Wy H Tayros A G A Louisville Kentucky J C Beam Js N W P A 80 Adams St Chicago Illinois.
Promote the gulf coast area along the Louisville and Nashville line from Mobile to New Orleans as a winter retreat. Highlights include mild climate, pure air, even temperature, superior hunting and fishing, first class accommodations, and moderate prices. Through cars from northern cities via L N route to Florida points are available. Contact J K Ridgely, N W P A, Chicago.
The Chicago Great Western Railway will sell Homeseekers excursion tickets on Tuesdays November 21 December 5 and 19. For information contact F. H. Lord G P T A Chicago or A G Fitz agent Brewster House.
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