Disturbance Reported Near Ladysmith Police Station
A police engagement occurred last Thursday in Ladysmith near the central station. Details remain limited as authorities investigate the incident and potential casualties or property impact.
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27 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1899
Page
1
British Port Dispatches Slow Bombardment at Ladysmith
Long dispatches from Cape Town and London recount ongoing bombardment of Ladysmith and Tugela actions near Modder river. Major wounded officers and numerous prisoners sent to Pretoria, with reports of Boer resistance, naval gunfire, and strategic delays as Lord Roberts arrives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
South Africa
Lorenzo Marquez
Boor Iinger
Ladysmith
Joubert
Pretoria
Buller
Walters
Ballwark
Foster
Noriern
Fitz Herbert
Ford
Hutchinson
Bonham
Smithers
Thearne
O'Conneughey
Christian
Briggs
Hartford
Tarbull
Jones
Daily News
Heliograph
Hunter
Tugela
Lord Roberts
Capetown
French
Nauwpoort
Subjection Fear Ended Says Trinaval Leaders
In a bold statement supporters claim Trinaval is no longer subject to Great Britain and should be free from imperial rule, signaling a pivot in the region’s political stance and future relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Boers Use New Orleans Port For War Supplies
New Orleans reports reveal Boer agents used the port to source corn and other goods for the Transvaal. British ships carried the shipments to Rotterdam and Hatterday as a relay point, with over 400000 pounds of supplies traced to New Orleans and surrounding routes. The Times warns that seizure of Delagon Day could trigger international tensions.
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New Orleans
Transvaal
Lavs
New Orlerrea
Hatterdagy
Porte
Rotterdam
Thanksgiving Day Observances in Colenso Brortinburg and Modder River
Thanksgiving day observed across Colenso Brortinburg and Modder River regions marking victors and historical milestones. Community gatherings, religious services, and school ceremonies highlight regional heritage and gratitude traditions observed this year.
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Langers
Victoria
Colenso
Brortinburg
Modder River
Skirmish News and Distant Reports From South Africa
Telegraphic dispatches from December 20 indicate Lord Methuen plans to stay at Modder River for about three weeks as 8000 European officers and men skilled in modern artillery tactics are said to be in Pretoria. A safety note mentions 100000 troops preparing to attack British ships, while a Norwegian ship carrying stretchers has been captured near Delagoa Bay.
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Stromberg
Orange Free State
Capetown
Modder
Glanders
Steenbosch Remount
Cape Colony
Cape
Pretoria
Daily Nova
Lord Methuen
Modder River
Offlal
Biya
Bryan plans speeches on money and empire in the East
In Austin Texas on December 24 Mr W J Bryan said reports he would avoid the money question were wrong He intends to discuss money along with the tariff and the Philippines during his East speeches He will travel to Lincoln Omaha Kansas City and Chicago then head East for about a month Also Augusta Ga saw mill and iron works of the Perkins Manufacturing company burned for 175000 tonight with homes saved only by calm winds
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Austin
Texas
W. J. Bryan
Washington
Ascociate
Daly
New Jersey
East
Mr. Bryan
Lincoln
Omaha
Kansas City
Chicago
Augusta
Perkins Manufacturing Company
Georgia Iron Works
Recruiting in Arkansas to Aid the Boers
Mock Ark December 26 reports J J Rowan an electrician from Buffalo and J C Fellers of New Orleans plan to form a 48 man unit to go to South Africa and join the Boers. Twelve have enlisted so far and more are expected as transport arrangements to the Transvaal are set. Both men served in the Spanish American War with sevy flat New York and second Louisiana placeholders.
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Tittle Mock
Ark
J. J. Rowan
Buffalo
J.C. Fellers
New Orleans
South Africa
Rowan
Transvaal
New York
Sellera
Louisiana
British naval guns dominate Modder River position
British naval artillery controls the Boer line at Modder River in Cape Colony, with accurate range known and shells landing amid Boer groups. Burghers expect Christmas battles, while Free State forces fear defeat despite local Boer success. Gronje’s men criticized for overbearing conduct, and Transvaal troops suspect Free Boers may defect and face shooting if wavering appears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Modder River
Cape Colony
Jacobeda
Free
Mint Director Roberts Talks of Gold Supply
Washington reports quote Mint Director Roberts on money supply and speculation in markets. He argues easy money cannot prevent panics as speculation drives demand, citing 1840 to 1857 cycles and Bank of England suspension. He notes bank credit and thrift conditions influence monetary pressure and warns of policy limits, with Transvaal tin and copper shipping affecting prices. The treasury also notes $177 million security deposits for internal revenue with National bank depositories across 31 banks in 15 states.
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Washington
Roberts
Mint
Bank of England
Marcinn
Pia Mmarhob
Lipee Prifite
Hat Clisi
Nat Togi
Innite Businger
Transvaal
Wilk Ouriete Dalaooon
Teison
Honda
Trinavan
Woshington
The
Treasury
New York
Loveall Companies in Reston Face Creditors
The John P Levell Artie and John P Lovell sporting goods firms failed to assign for creditors. Heavily indebted to Globe National Bank which placed a temporary receiver in charge. bank executives and C W Norcross have managed operations. Banks hold bulk of debt as manufacturer bills were paid promptly, assets and liabilities undetermined. Filipinos Driven Back Manila War Update. General Banta Anna attacked Subig Bay with about 300 forces. garrison driven back with several casualties.
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Reston
Mase
John P. Levell Artie Company
John P. Lovell Company
Globe National Bank
Tagat Week
C. W. Norcross
Charles P. Barnes, Jr
Manila
Banta Anna
Subig Bay
Queen's Christmas Tree distribu tes gifts to Guards Reservists families
The Windsor gathering for the queen's Christmas tree included wives and families of Guards Reservists serving in South Africa. The 25 foot tree at Windsor's St George's Hall was lit with electric lights, decorated with gifts, and a bountiful tea followed. The royal family attended with Victoria, the duke and duchess of Connaught, Princess Henry of Battenberg, and the duchess of Albany among others. The scene conveyed royal interest and gratitude from Boers. General Joubert resumed front line duties after a service in Pretoria.
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Windsor
South Africa
George's Hall
Queen Victora
Duke and Duchess of Connaught
Princess Henry of Battenberg
Duchess of Albany
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