Port desired for Portuguese East Africa access
London reports negotiations for Bagland to acquire a port in Portuguese East Africa to gain access to Rhodesia. Dispatches describe Cape frontier activity, Osfontein and Norval’s Point patrols, and notable use of colonial troops including Australians to bolster operations near the Orange River and Mafeking.
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General Obner Observations Overview
The note lists observations by woutbey baresy at all peat meridian time with a small measured value of mld 0 1. It reads like a dated log fragment noting timing and minimal level readings without clear context or follow up actions.
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Woutbey Baresy
British vs Boer clash on right flanks with losses
British and Boer forces exchanged heavy rifle fire as General Brabant’s troops advanced. The British held newly captured positions after night marches despite two guns entering action. Casualties reported: one killed and eighteen wounded.
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Fora
Life and siege near Ladysmith amid Boer assault
Reports from Durban detail Ladysmith's near famine and exhausted ammunition with four days of full rations left. British action included shelling, a derrick attempt by Boers to move a gun, and night storms aiding retreating forces toward Bulawayo as cavalry sightings sparked hope.
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Surrender debate over neutral stance in South Africa war pivot
The article reports a heated public defense of neutrality policy, with critics accusing the administration of surrendering foreign policy control. It cites figures such as President McKinley, Adjutant General Corbin, and Colonel Corbin, and notes a controversial court-martial of an army officer for cowardice at Nashville, later acquitted and promoted.
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Review of Natal Crisis and Boer Positions
Spencer Wilkinson argues in the Morning Post that the Boers can oppose Lord Roberts only if Natal is abandoned. He notes Boer defenses at the Free State passes and Biggaraberg with General Hiller between them, threatening either flank and forcing the Boers to split forces or retreat.
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Distinguished Catholic Theologian Archbishop Hennessy Dead
Archishop John Hennessy dies at 2 2 p m in Dubuque Iowa He was famed as a great orator and theologian of the Catholic hierarchy Born in County Limerick Ireland August 1882 he studied at Carondelet near St Louis ordained 186? His missions included New Madrid Missouri and 6000 miles of territory then Dubuque by 1902 his silver jubilee celebrated September 1 1902 with Monseigneur Batolli papal delegate and Cardinal Gibbons conducting the ceremony.
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THIS WEEK IN CONGRESS Senate set to debate currency bill Puerto Rican bill
The senate will devote time this week to the currency bill report and the Puerto Rican government bill. Quay’s report and related constitutional arguments will headline sessions with Senators Quiberpit Turner and Pettibrow presenting opposition on constitutional grounds.
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Boers Halt Retreat as Federals Abandon Renosberg
From Bloemfontein and Durban dated March 2 3 the report says Federals retreat from Renosberg area under mounted burghers protection. Cronje surrendered February 27 with 24 000 men due to scarcity of food and ammo. Kruger urges Natal burgbers to fall back on Big Garburg and President plans return to Pretoria. A British force moves into Zululand to drive Boers north of Big Garburg while heliograph communications are set up between Woenan and Eshler.
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Colonial forces attack strong Boer position near Dordrecht
Near Dordrecht Cape Colony March 4 colonial forces under Mr Brabant press a push toward La Buschagnon Nek along the Dordrecht Jamestown road. Boers retreat under mounting pressure as the engagement continues with great vigor.
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Jamestown
New Minister Arrived in Washington from The Netherlands
Washington March 4. Waron Givers a pew minister from The Netherlands arrived here last night. The office line has been vacant for some time.
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Waron Givers
Pew
Netherlands
War Taxes in Britain Raise Pointers for Lord Gladstone
Special to The Post New York March 4 reporting that Britain’s income tax sits at wartime levels with a 6 million pound target and a 2 million pound per penny gain from new levies. chancellor to borrow heavily while awaiting a postwar boost from the republic. Notes beer taxes and wine duties as possible increases and warns against overreliance on new taxes. Mentions rural anxiety and fears of harm to the public amid ongoing Bow Street pressures and international tensions including Japan and France.
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Japan
Telegraph Line Cut Sparks Indian Natives Suspected
Telegraph line between Mieteng and Magra was severed on Wednesday night when a section was torn out. Reports say it was likely done by locals under influence or bribes linked to the Hoers, causing disruption to communications.
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Dueytaland
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Time
Identification cards issued to Boer forces in January
The Post cites a private letter from Hamburg claiming that on January 16 the Transvaal issued 46 500 identification cards to Boers in the field, representing the total federal forces at that time. The article urges end to anglophobic press criticism of British sailors and enterprise.
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Queen Abandons Riviera Visit Plans
London reports Her majesty abandons the Tuillan Riviera spring holiday and returns home for a brief London stay. A royal decision shows continued concern for the welfare of her people, with expected public reception upon her visit.
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Boer Prisoners Try Escape on Route to Capetown
Report from Capetown on March 4 says Boer prisoners near Tuardeborg attempted to escape unsuccessfully. Two hundred Cronje troops were transferred aboard British steamers Mongolian and Manila anchored in Table Bay.
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Cevil Rhodes in Capetown Ahead of England Match
Cevil Rhodes arrives in Capetown on March 4 and is expected to sail for England on Wednesday for the next test.
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Capetown
England
House Debates Election Contests as Republicans Open Week
Washington reports the house will devote the week to election cases with District of Columbia day tomorrow. The Aldrich Robbins case will be debated Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by Wine-Young content from Virginia. Reports favor Democrats, and Republicans expect the majority to grow by week’s end.
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Pettigrew seeks court martial records to probe Corbin
Senator Pettigrew of South Dakota offered a resolution directing the secretary of war to furnish the record of the court martial of Adjutant General Corbin from thirty five years ago and other information. He notes timing relates to a possible promotion for Corbin from brigadier to major. The Senate adopted the resolution without debate.
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Six Die in Fire at Beacons Lodging House New York
Six people burned to death in a three story lodging house at 44 Bowery New York as fire swept through upper rooms around dawn. Victims include Charles Tut 49 Johns Clatic ? Edward O Doyle 1 Henry Jackson Subject unknown 75 Stephen Carngey 75 and Martin Gallacher 85. Fire began around daybreak and spread rapidly trapping residents and guests. Firemen and crowds battled smoke as survivors were rescued and taken to hospitals.
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Edward Walker
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Tampa cigar box dispute shocks local industry
In Tampa on March 4 trouble erupts between cigar manufacturers and box makers. The scuffle stems from unresolved contract issues and production pressures, sparking concern among workers and prompting calls for mediation as the sides exchange terse statements.
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Canal Bill Delay Driven by Administration and Republicans
Washington reports a coordinated push by the administration and some Republicans to postpone action on the Nicaragua canal bill until after the election. Surveyors warn of quicksand at the San Juan entrance, and the commission plans reports after further studies, with Democrats broadly supporting immediate passage.
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Blood of a Nation predicts Britain’s downfall in lecture
President David Starr Jordan of Stanford spoke at All Hour's church on The Blood of a Nation, predicting Britain's collapse in the current century and asserting South Africa will gain independence. He praised British decency yet warned of decline, urged vigilance, and linked vitality to national freedom.
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