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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1900
Page
2
London February 17 General Roberts reports casualties from the Jaohadal action. One leader killed, fourteen wounded and three missing. Soldiers cheer as the train departs for the war scene while crowds fund relief for the widows and children.
A dispatch from Dordrecht reports a drawn fight between Kaant's Horse and the Boers on February 16. The engagement lasted eight hours until darkness. British losses were eight killed and four wounded. Boer casualties unknown. Boers burned grass to make khaki uniforms stand out. British entered Dordrecht after the fight, then departed.
New York February 17 The Post reports a London cable on Kimber Joy relief described as a turning point since the war began Many British feel the relief reduces fears for personal safety of Rhodes who remains a figure in British South African policy and public minds.
A large gathering in Dallas on February 17 expressed sympathy for the South African Republics in its war with Great Britain. The meeting featured partisan speakers from across affiliations and passed resolutions urging Texas congressional delegations to promote a strictly neutral stance by the United States government.
London February 17 dispatch from Lord Mahoria reports General Kelly Kenny's brigade captured seventy wagons loaded with stores two wagons of Mauser rifles ten boxes of aliens ten barrels of oxyflulven and a large quantity of wateram belated by our artillery as Kitchener sent his messenger.
Dispatch from Sterkatriem dated today reports Boer forces with artillery attacking Moliynd held by troops commanded by General Gutacre. The morning assault is noted at 2:27 p.m. London time with engaged units unspecified.
A dispatch from the Medider river dated Friday February 1 reports America attaches not accounted. Another dispatch dated the same day notes Captain Slocum and Auntiah attacks at the location.
Paris dispatch reports McKinley counted Lord Pauncefort to test U S offer of mediation with the Ottoman Empire. The reply reportedly said such an offer would be considered unfriendly and rejected.
Friday February 14 reports enthusiastic reception of Kimberley relief news. Bunting flew across the town as crowds gathered for the celebration while a few workers refused to join in. A Union Jack flag was raised at a prominent location during the demonstration.
Mr. Bryan arrived in Drooksville Florida to an enthusiastic reception at Judge Jen alnge’s home. A brief downtown procession and courthouse square crowd marked his visit before he spoke on political relief, arguing the old Jesus at 16 to 1 is the only relief for the common people. He planned to stay until Tuesday and then depart for a turkey hunt.
The World quotes President McKinley on how new American possessions may be governed and the limits of Congress power. It claims the president favors differing laws for Hawaii Puerto Rico and the Philippines and envisions free trade with Puerto Rico while protecting U S interests. The piece notes influence from clergy and aims to expand Protestant civilization through commerce.
Berlin reports colonial ministers warn of worsening famine and disease in German East Asia. Debates focus on export declines and import shortages, with tens of thousands facing starvation and leprosy claims amid a shifting colonial administration. The piece notes American reactions and ongoing coverage by international papers.
Charles J. Macrum, former consul, asserts he holds envelopes and cable dispatches showing tampering by British authorities and censor pressure. He claims letters opened at Durban and rewritten messages to Secretary Hay to sway the U. S. stance, and notes covert detentions of mail aboard a German ship.
Spencer Wilkin son, reviewing the South African situation for the Associated Press at midnight, says Kimberley is relieved and the railway will reopen soon. He notes the capture of part of the Boer army, cites British leadership, and warns of Boer attacks in response to Lord Roberts. Full details await further telegrams.
The Texas racing circuit announces opening dates for the Cleburne meeting and fall races. Houston hosts the season start November 10 to 15 with a persistent circuit including Dallas and San Antonio venues. Officials specify dates for Cleburne Depton Dinlion Dallas Corsicana San Antonio and Wichita events in coordination with the Kansas fair circuit.
The National shooting tournament at Whitthorne Park ends after five days of top sport. Fred Gilbert and J A P D Eliott compete for the BE C cup national championship. Hot Springs handicap yields a twenty five bird score by Norton of Port Scali h. Multiple shooters place in the twenty four to twenty one bird brackets.
De Ling Sones Tripp Gilbert and Marshall hosted a minor event where Tripp Gilbert and Marshall were invited along with five birds apiece.
In New Orleans on February 17 the track program fell short for the favorites as Al Reeves led in several events, clocking 1:25 for the mile and a quarter and other times posted for six furlongs and longer distances. Tanforan results in California mirror the day with rounds featuring Gusto, Mountebank, and Zoroaster among notable entries.
Crowds gathered at Madison Square Garden as Bonner horses went under the hammer. Proy Tell won the first lot, with bidding lively at over two thousand dollars. The sale included multiple fine mares and stallions, with notable prices and consignments from New York and Philadelphia.
Dr. Newton Hathaway argues that many doctors rely on old methods and that his exclusive focus on chronic diseases allows him to curing not just symptoms but underlying causes. He asserts twenty years of continuous practice, ongoing study, and a unique approach of creating disease specific remedies and combinations. He offers free book copies and no charge for consultations at his San Antonio office.
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