Rhodes Dead Former Empire Builder Cecil Rhodes Dies in Cape Town
Cecil Rhodes, the famed South African magnate and empire builder, dies in Cape Town after weeks of illness. A British-born minister's son, he never married and accumulated vast wealth through diamond mining, shaping British influence in Africa.
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Cecil Rhodes and imperialists in South Africa era
The text traces Cecil Rhodes as a dominant Cape politician and financier who championed self government within the empire, then shifted to imperial aims amid financiers backing. It notes his wealth, race for diamond mines, and schemes with Jameson and supporters to shape Transvaal policy, amid 1890s debates and colonies.
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British Capture 235 Prisoners and Guns in Delarey Action
Reports from Lord Kitchener describe a march against Delarey ending at dusk March 23. Columns seized 135 prisoners, three 15 pounders, two pom poms, and stock and wagons, while Kekewich’s force took eighty prisoners, forty-five carts, wagons, and cattle. Supplies arrived for a Tennessee river gauge project at Chattanooga. England plans a royal cruising year with Edward VII aboard the royal yacht.
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Dillon Episode in Commons A Sovereign Outburst
In the House of Commons the Dillon suspension marked an unprecedented scene of heated rhetoric. Chamberlain called him a good judge of traitors after Dillon praised Delarey at a Glasgow meeting. Dillon, known as Honest John, is a long-time Irish MP and physician, married to a judge’s daughter, with a noted temper in Westminster. Minor notes report Edwin Douglass hanged in a Boston jail after an assault charge. G H Vantassel died of heart disease in New York. Charles Royal, a self confessed wife murderer, attempted hanging in a Pimity Ohio jail. a Waterbury watchman incident escalated with a 375 payoff and an escape.
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President Roosevelt urges Congress on Cuba policy and diplomatic setup
In a message to Congress President Roosevelt recommends immediate provision for diplomatic and consular representation in Cuba. He outlines terms for independence, U S intervention rights, and a permanent treaty as Cuba inaugurates its government. He proposes funding for a Havana envoy, a secretary, and consuls at key ports.
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Republic to Be Born on May 20 1902 Cuba Independence Date
The island of Cuba will become independent on May 20 1902 with Palma and advisors approving the date at the Washington War Department. Gen Wood will call a Cuban congress on May 10 to arrange necessary legislation, and the United States plans full evacuation without leaving a guard unless requested by Cuban officials.
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Abilene Sewers Planned and St. Joseph Factory Expansion
Abilene Kansas moves to build a complete sewer system while St Joseph Missouri plans a new cracker factory with capital of 200000 funded by local capitalists. A Pittsburg Pennsylvania burglary suspect is locked up and a first degree murder sentence is handed down in Lincoln Nebraska. President Roosevelt reportedly seeking two saddle horses.
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Turner’s Kentucky resort battle and bounty raise
Turner’s Quarter House near Middleboro is the site of a deadly clash between mountaineers and a sheriff posse. The reward on Turner has risen to 750 dollars. He claims to possess protected ground and plans a larger fortress. Turner fled Middlesboro with 5 000 in cash and 600 in his home burnt. he blames political feuds over Kentucky governor races. Gas from a broken pipe nearly suffocated four women in the York area.
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World Facts and Oddities From 19th Century Noticeboard
A mosaic of trivia spans world affairs and science from 1880s news. It notes shipping totals, forest supplies for Paris, Ireland’s bog depths, Berlin servant hours, and early rail mail service. It reports pole stars, dog populations in France and Germany, plate powders, Shakespeare editions, and early auto naming ideas.
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How He Entered West Point Stonewall Jackson’s grit wins West Point appointment
The young Jackson fails to gain selection at first but pursues the chance with relentless drive. He borrows ten dollars, travels over rough winter roads to Washington, wins a sympathetic Congressman, and secures an audience with the Secretary of War who grants him admission. He passes, graduates with honor.
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Dumbbell fruit dazzles taste tests with peach pineapple blend
A new fruit named Dumbbell, described as a Siamese twin peach with peach pineapple flavor, astonishes tasters. Its origin traces to 1886 scientist Jeffreys who cultivated rare varieties on a remote island south of Ceylon, later spreading to Bombay trading ships and seaport markets in Australia.
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