Boer War News From London and Pretoria
Advices from South Africa report Prinsino offering ten under arms to secure Yor is and property surrender. Lord Toberre presses for liquidation to the Dutch. General Butler Powell and General Ta Hay’s forces siege Tostenbaire-Ganoze Hickway, while Butm Powell’s relief is anticipated.
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South Africa
Tard Roberts
Lemge
Butm-Powell
Tostenbaire- Ganoze
Toree
Pratoria
Alversecoungueiog
Rey
Pathfos
Comabaitdo Mutiny Fails Amid Scattered Veld Confusion
Reports describe Comabaitdo leader Louis Botha and his followers marching in a ragged column toward Mfachadedayo. The ensuing rout left many bootless and starving amid scattered vehicles and heat wave mirages.
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Louis Botha
Poreed
Hoat Mfachadedayo
Private Clark’s Last Letter From the Front
Fragmentary letter from a private named Walter Ernest Cuick of the And Vauluriai corps describes July action near Psreepoort. He recounts Boer artillery, a raid that cost a man, captures, and a retreat with heavy losses. He notes the unit’s return toward home and anticipation of leave.
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Psreepoort
Rafuoa
Howesar
Walter Ernest Cuick
Petvale
Mir B.A. Clark
Noble-sirees
Chilhul
Jane
Jobnainestiarg
Protorinkays
Tekken
Death of Duke Sake Coburg and Gotha
The Duke of Sore Gobwig and Gotha died at Hosounu Castle on Monday night from paralysis of the heart. Officials issued a quarantine order for patients pending further health notes. Brisbane reports a health event and a man attacked in a separate incident today.
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Lumdon
Sore Gobwig
Gotha
Hosounu
Mouilay
The Chinese Crisis and Unsolved Puzzle
A late 19th century despatch from the German legation in Poking reports misunderstandings about Chinese forces on the 21st. Messages mention British and Japanese actors, with references to shelled lines near a Lutheran connection. Consular notes from Ghefoo claim ships from Austen, Italian, Dutch and Spanish legations destroyed, with French legation heavily damaged.
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Orton
Doki
Ge. Agar
St Ghefoo
Reperin
Japanese Statement on Burian Bombardment Report
A Japanese message notes a bombardment on the 18th with the Bursian fleet in Okinosa waters under Admiral Alesieff. The government states the latest action supports the ministers' stance in Pekin. The report mentions the message left Pesin on the 2nd and references naval activity affecting ongoing tensions.
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Burs
Baka
Pesin
Alesieff
Okinosa
Thusday
Pekin
Massacre reports and European reactions during Sino conflict
In a fragmented telegrams era summary, notes claim Chinese Inland Mission confirms a massacre of missionaries near Paowu with civilian casualties and aid workers among the dead. Reports mention Sir Claude MacDonald and admiral figures, with emphasis on casualties, witnesses, and international reactions including German and Japanese positions amid global tension.
European Christians Massacred by Boxers In Sino Empire
A fragmentary report describes violence against Europeans and native Christians in a Chinese city, with many killed by Boxer forces. The text is garbled but references mass deaths, European victims, and violent clashes tied to anti-foreign sentiment.
Assassination Plot Shocks Italy and Austria News
Fragmented report describes the assassination attempt on King Humbert of Italy with Margherita Kaginad wounded and Queen Marguerite distressed. It notes Austrian government warning Italy on the plot and widespread sorrow in Germany and Britain, with public grief and international responses recorded from London and foreign courts.
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London
Humbert
Tiny
Margherita Kaginad
Majenty
Margheeite
Newdervey
Donien
Tualy
Germany
Italy
Geelong Defeats West in Controversial Match
The Geelong players faced fierce scrutiny as officials and spectators debated tackles and penalties. Rival fans clashed with visiting players during a charged oval game on Saturday, with Geelong mounting a late rally that showcased defensive grit and strategic errors by both sides.
Unclear coded lines hint at historical event
OCR fragment hints at a chaotic scene with misread names and locations. Key entities such as May Soshuadee apt, Powel UR Sion WeltersgtP, and Esher aur Tuy Wy appear garbled, suggesting a local event or notices.
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Addon
Fomag
Faye
Moody Dole Tennis Meet Features Notable Players
Fragmented OCR describes a tennis event with players O Deane Benall Mooetost Hoi Eamets Gabi and others competing May 26. It mentions coaches, ages, and a list of participants amid weathered text, highlighting Moody and local names in a regional sports roundup.
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Moody
Towaigh's
O'Dean Benaill
Mooetost
Eamets Gabi
Oldest Australian retail firm in Geelong history
The article recalls the long history of Alderman Bright and his partners in Geelong, noting the firm’s 1830 founding by Alderman Bright and its growth from a small 22 foot frontage on Moorabool Street. It highlights commercial ties with Britain, Europe, and America, and mentions key figures Walter Whitebrock and others in buying, selling, and shipping. The piece frames the firm as a pillar of local commerce with a legacy spanning generations and a central role in shaping Geelong’s retail landscape.
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Mieses
Victoria
Steaciou Sud Furuisire
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Itu
Aldemune Bright
Maoraboni-street
Tinin
Thelfewm
Ginn
Aecure
Exery
Aga
Lobe
Kgyatelul
C. Auppari
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