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Newspaper

Geelong Advertiser

Location

Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 16, 1900

Page

3

Anderton Boers Rendering In South African Campaign

The report states that Boer leader De Wet mounted cross railway lines near Vau tersburg while De Wet’s raiding party shelled a convoy. General Jan Hamilton advances toward Binsuwbank intercepting De Wet forces as Mahon’s column pushes west.

Lisdon South Africa Sfilbuan de Wee Vautersburg Alathuen Ganural de Wet Rome Jan Hamilton Binsuwbank Ialis de Wet Mahon

Tempting to Colontals and Grants of Tand

The text alleges the British Sol Africa Chartered Company may grant ferme of S00 sexeeich to colonial troups Cextrous for setting Eudes. The colonials receive 235 per quonm as per rotainer for military service.

Sol Africa Chartered Company Eudes

GARRISON FORCE UNDER Boer Envelopment Threat

A wartime despatch describes a Boer attempt to envelop Frederick Currington's position within two miles of Colonel Hoare's, aided by Bushmen and cavalry. Despite heavy enemy pressure and artillery fire, the colonials held firm, aided by stout defense and rapid garrison reinforcements.

Frederick Currington New South Wales Rhinet Hoare Andy Ves Frederick Cerribyten Eros I Noes Ar Pretona Tha’ Gol Tours Coloes Tam

South African politics clash over martial law bill failed

Amid Cape Assembly debate the martial law bill faced rejection while discussions referenced troop movements near Eshowe and Brillgo. Reports describe General Buller occupying X, with burghers moving toward the mountains as Boer forces retreat.

Battle of Yaseen Teeppasra sparks heavy allied losses

Despatches from London detail a fierce battle at Yaseen Teeppasra where British and American troops fought amid extreme heat. Artillery proved devastating, with Indian troops and Welsh Fusiliers sustaining few French casualties while Americans endured heavier losses. Russians reported minor injuries. Effective Allied action followed by a coordinated advance planned by Generals Basello and Yawa Auchi.

London Avgwt China Yaseen Teeppasra John Ladon Basello Chine Yawa- Auchi Pansang Ynog-isan

French concession at Shanghai and Chinese administration stance

The dispatch notes Paris signaling measures to protect the Weymund enclave in Shanghai. Rob Williams expresses opposition to partition of China and supports restoring a strong Chinese administration after rebellion leaders are dealt with. The French legations report details and Emperor William's travel to Germany.

Paris Soongini Cho Empteor William Fa China Etme Posi

Bombardment claims hit outskirts near Perin London

Native couriers report General Ti Bing Henzhar bombarded the area within ten miles of Perin near London. The Obinece ballerin s were reportedly subdued as the city faced renewed shelling in recent days.

London Anowit Palin Tate Ti Bing Henzhar

A concert by the High Church choir at Gheriograp

A creditable performance by the Agred canted choir under Mr W Breedisu at the High Church featured 12 choir members and focalists Som, with notable assistance from A Maswell Giteon Tannock Begley T Muckridge TL Gibson. Rehearsal attention was evident, and the ensemble delivered several effective numbers including Hark the herald angels sing and Joy to theWorld in a moving, well received rendition.

T. Muckridge T. Gibson

Coursing and Racing Notes From a Boisterous Weather Day

The report describes a stormy day affecting coursing and racing events with noted figures and local personalities. It mentions gatekeepers, officials, and spectators, detailing outcomes and performances amid windy conditions and heavy activity at multiple venues. Strong entities include Leigh Baas Binh brooshé, Rednames Peaeneaite Asien, and the Groln.

Leigh Baas Binh Ubieh Ernst Tin Len Sls Previcange Ioelsiaes Heneret A. Anion Rteowintgda Serge Moreton Tan Baligrat Mdosaldy Sens Aa Etiaels Bent Quieny Peepe Belt Lord Melfort Oxtung Moranian Duharty Miss Grundy A. Bacuy I Wisou Florin Bt Bakes

Unclear Prime Text Fragment Spills Historic Fox Terrier Notes

Fragmentary OCR reads like a chaotic collage of names, places, and items including fox terrier references, park numbers, and scattered phrases about imperial edicts, sports, and local figures. Key entities are garbled, but mention of St Augustine, imperial edicts, and various names hints at a mixed historic- sports- and civic-notice page with unclear coherence.

Railway Disaster in Italy Claims Many Lives

A railway accident near Frere in Sondue on August 1 caused heavy loss of life and injuries. Local reports list around twenty deaths on the spot and forty seriously injured as passengers and staff were involved. Among the rescued were Grand Duke Peter of Russia and the Duchess of the Taller, a relative of the Queen of Tay.

Sondue Frere Erdny Petr Russia Tay

Lord Salisbury Disposition and Weather News From August

Reports indicate Lord Salisbury will remain for a month at Schlucht in the Vosges to temper his health while Britain endures stormy weather with heavy rains. Flooding affects outskirts of London towns and rail damage noted as ships and vessels face destruction or distress in other regions.

London General Buller Exwelo Teancoadl Redvers Buller Gomeral Willer BruiGlo Lord Salisbury Schlucht Vosges

Lost and Found Notice in Fragmented Local Paper

A damaged OCR fragment shows a lost and found or reward note mentioning a lady, items, and a personal name J Johnston with scattered words and unclear details, reflecting a newspaper piece with unreadable portions.

J. Johnston Ornostre Wecrabtos Egvisatrece Zinder

Trace Arnytage and World Break in Sports Skirmish

A garbled OCR fragment lists names such as Trace Arnytage and Keli, plus terms like World Break and Suturing See Ship Bal. The readable bits suggest sports or event names but lack clear actions or outcomes to confirm a full report.

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