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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1899
Page
2
Fragmentary text describes artillery and infantry actions as Boers are shelled on their left flank. The scene mentions gun carriages and timber, with attention drawn to a gun carriage collapse and rapid movement of troops.
A despatched account from the war front shows heavy censoring of official reports. It notes Hart's brigade crossed the Tugela then withdrew with heavy losses, while Flidyard and Barton brigades faced setbacks. It criticizes scouting failures and calls for stronger artillery support and clearer leadership from new chiefs.
A Paris dispatch to the Herald quotes General Du Daril decrying Britain. He argues Britain faces defeat and must negotiate, criticizing English generals and predicting Britain will be forced to terms as the Transvaal war marks a significant conflict in history.
In Rochester two days of notices urged single young men to join British forces in South Africa. N Powerwill said he seeks only to collect names for Canada service, not enlistment. Commissioner Stull ordered his arrest. Powerwill was jailed pending a Monday hearing.
A World dispatch from Washington reports Senator Mason has received hundreds of petitions from citizens nationwide endorsing his stance to extend sympathy to the Boers. He plans to present these petitions to Congress with thousands of signatures to show public sentiment on the war.
A large gathering of state and county officials and city pastors met in Lincoln Nebraska on December 19 to express sympathy with the Boers. Resolutions commending the Transvaal effort and a mock-up were adopted with Speaker Sutton, former secretary of the National Labor Board, leading remarks.
Fragmentary note cites volunteers from an artillery unit bound for Africa with praise and mentions December figures. Limited legible content suggests a wartime or recruitment context and an editor’s mark.
A blurred notice set recalls a memorial in Kingston for soldiers killed in South Africa. Reports from Laming Mich and Berlin hint at arbitration debates and Austrian possible mediation while Canada groups plan dispatches of mounted police and militia units to Africa.
Washington restricts coastwise flag to vessels owned by American citizens or sworn to the United States. Panay and Negros merchants fear export declines from sugar production in Negros and Panay, with 125000 tons yearly normally and an expected drop to about 0.000 ton this year as most ships are foreign owned. Only a fraction of local craft are US owned or pledged. Filipinos refuse the oath of allegiance.
Manila reports an expedition by the Sixth Infantry on the island of Cebu last month, repulsed by insurgents as native allies deserted. Two American soldiers were killed and four wounded in the engagement. names given include Daniel E. Adams and Charles N. Coley, both of Company A, with wounded William Stowell and Herbert Hutchinson.
Seven lives lost in two linked fires that destroyed a five story tenement on Tenth Avenue and a nearby five story building on One Hundred Street. Fire swept through Upper floors trapping residents. many others survived with injuries. Names includeOUN BATT and ANNIE PAR, plus RICHARD NICKERSON and several others. The blaze caused financial losses and raised questions about fire safety.
Democratic state leaders announce notices of contests against Governor Taylor and Lieutenant Governor Marshall will be served by the sheriff in Frankfort. Grounds cite troops in Jefferson County and ballot irregularities as during the Blaine board hearings. Legislature sits for sixty days from January 1 with forty days notice required to action.
The Onawa and Nebraska City passenger train from Kansas City to Omaha was robbed near Nearman Kansas by two masked men who boarded in Kansas City. They took five gold watches and about $100. Conductor and passengers were robbed but no one was injured. The bandits disappeared after the train slowed for Nearman six miles from the city.
London reports the Daily Chronicle notes sentiment that a new issue of Consols will flood the market. Traders discussed pricing yesterday and government officials could release a large issue at any moment, with expectations of timing and value amid speculation.
In Washington on December 19 the House adopted many resolutions and distributed the president's message. Speeches by ex Speaker Grow and Senator Hall critiqued administration policy and prosperity claims, noting inflated stock bubbles and recent Wall Street disasters. Mr. Sherman and others debated definitions of coin while a Nebraska senator’s death was announced and adjournment followed.
Washington December 11 The Senate will begin debate on the Republican drafted financial measure January 4 after the holiday recess. Aldrich announced the bill No 1 reports the majority stance and a substitute may be offered. Allen took the oath Stewart moved a joint resolution on Cable company Cuba link. A pension law codification bill passed. The House mourned the death of Hom R Bland with adjournment at 15 pm.
Dispatches from Apia report the hoisting of the German flag over the court house marking Samoa's annexation by Germany. The German consul aboard the Cormoran told Samoan chiefs they could keep a king and chiefs, while tensions rise among British supporters who fear loss of dominance.
The central committee of the Bank of Germany reports a severe bullion shortage this year with a 57 million mark decline versus 1898. Herr Koch notes the bank’s position is unusually weak for this time and that an increase in the bank paw may have been avoided.
Washington December 1 The joint resolutions on the Philippines introduced by Senator Bacon Ga were shown to many senators before presentation. They declare the war not for conquest, pledge no permanent U S sovereignty, call for restoration of order, and propose independence once a stable government is formed with eventual treaties to guarantee continued independence.
Washington reports Republican managers plan to move a gold standard bill in the Senate and press for passage after the holidays. Senator Teller lauds the move as exposing open support for the gold standard, while Democrats and silver advocates in the Senate promise no obstruction and seek reasonable time to be heard.
A fragmented report notes the death of Major General Lawton prior to broader military mobilizations. The text references Filipina rights, political confessions, and domestic debates, with scattered items on trains, labor, and court cases, reflecting a busy period of wartime and political tension.
General Brooke announces transfer of duties to Major General Wood and thanks colleagues for support in reorganizing inland civil government. He recalls a year ago the country was devastated with ruined resources and starvation, a U S effort restoring stability and food.
A Havana dispatch notes General Wood's expected arrival amid U S plans for a new civil structure. Officers speak of a largely advisory military role and reorganized courts. The piece mentions General Fitzhugh Lee and the promotion to supreme command, reflecting the period's evolving military oversight.
General Lee says he has no plan to leave his current command in Cuba and expects eventual federal brigadier status as retirement nears. He plans to cooperate with General Wood though he disagrees with some of Wood's proposed actions.
London dispatches report the marquis of Queensberry in critical condition after being found insensible in bed. Santiago de Chile notes Major General Lawton’s depth report impressing local officials and many military officers who had lived with him visit the area. A distant dispatch from Ni Son trot mentions bark and another figure arriving for unspecified reasons.
Detroit December 19. At the eighth day of the Federation of Labor convention delegates representing about 1,500,000 union members voted unanimously against wars of conquest in Africa the Philippines or elsewhere and opposed any increase in the U S standing army beyond 25 000. The body urged defense of civil and religious liberties and called for legislation not trusts to govern city and state. The president’s salary was raised from 1800 to 2100 and the secretary’s from 1500 to 1800.
Short news notes report Sol Smith Rutesell's condition improving in Chicago. Other items include Senator Martin renominated for a 1901 term beginning March 4, Florence, S.C. hit by a major fire destroying key buildings, Judge Clifford Anderson's death in Macon, Ark. fire fatalities from Conway area, Harry A. Parr named receiver for Columbian Iron Works in Baltimore, and stock exchange holiday closings with Christmas.
Snow accumulates over ten inches in Pecos on December 19 with continued snowfall throughout the day. City crews warn of drifting snow on side streets as residents report heavy conditions.
Weather notes report sleet and freezing temperatures across Beeville and Denton on December 19 with northerly winds, cold conditions, and chances of snow or sleet tonight as rain transitions.
Observations by the United States Weather Bureau at all stations show fresh north easterly winds in East Texas and Oklahoma with warmer conditions expected Thursday. In Indian Territory and Texas the forecast calls for variable winds, fair skies on Wednesday, and winds moderating into Thursday with biring and lorbery winds noted.
An old ad touts a cold cure claiming relief with quick action. It notes a money refund from druggists if the cure fails and lists pricing details and signature.
Nashville reports Justice David Snodgrass announces his candidacy for the United States Supreme Court. The proclamation signals a political campaign as Carmack and McMullan figures loom, with the race seen as unsettled and ongoing.
Fragmentary (New York) boxing notes report defeats of the Stockings by Akron giants and a Troy opponent in December rounds. Mentions Frank Brown and a Hot Springs Ark note with four weeks, plus an order to obit boxing contents following a fatality at a street event.
Officers for Lodge 269 in Cleburne Texas and Tent No 10 in San Angelo were elected. Names include chancellor commanders Ji Ws and Henrietta Lape, master at arms F Hyam, record keeper M F Tag, and lady command ers Jennie Snyder and Carrie Goflord.
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