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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1900
Page
1
Dispatches from Rensburg and London describe ongoing heavy fighting with Boer flank attacks at Bastard's Nek Hobkirk's Farm and Maeder's Farm. British forces retreat under pressure and casualties are reported while reports cite native threats and alleged killings.
CAPH TOWN Feb 13 All eyes on Modder River where Gen Lord Roberts visits the Highlanders camp and salutes their role in the campaign He says Gehtich will be hard but possible The plan may aim at Jacobsdal to force Cronje’s forces at Magersfontein to lift Kimberley siege Heavy bombardment and severe shortages reportedly hit Kimberley as provisions run low
A young Englishman’s affidavit, printed by Enugene BE Eas ton, claims 506 kaffirs from Khala were compelled to fight for the Boers in Rhodesia. An official Kirsten report outlines a British and kaffir assault on Boer lines, which was repulsed. a wounded outcome follows.
Paris markets react to the report that Kimberley has fallen. Stocks dip amid uncertainty as investors reassess risks and adjust holdings on news from the hearse line.
A letter from a border regiment captain serving with Buller recounts the retreat from Colenso. The writer quotes Buller saying his brigadiers have sold him, noting the general was heard to exclaim in grief over the setback. The missive was received by Mrs. R. A. Jumphrey in Victoria B C.
Gen Buller releases casualties from Potgieter's drift for Feb 5 to Feb 7: three officers and 22 men killed or wounded, 249 wounded, five missing. Earlier tally up to noon Feb 6 stood at 233 casualties.
RENSBERG Feb 13 British forces withdraw from Slngersfontein twelve miles from town after Boer forces threaten their flank. The move follows reports of Boer pressure in the area.
Cape Town reports the transport City of Rome arrived Tuesday with 2,000 troops. On arrival, Roberts is estimated to command about 40,000 men in the Modder river area, indicating a substantial reinforcement.
Mafeking reports the situation unchanged. British forces are holding their position and the Boers are seen trekking southward with gun attachments, signaling no immediate breakthrough.
Refugees from Kimberley and Modder River report 200 Boers killed in the fighting at Kuedecesberg early last week.
Bailiff W C Phipps supplied a bound Bible to settle a debate among attorneys over a miracle in which Joseph allegedly guided Herod’s soldiers by sowing wheat. A futile search of courthouse Bibles found none. Spahr conceded after the tale could not be verified.
George W. Ellis and Charles H. Wright were arrested on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses after a Lafayette man paid 1 dollar for a promised wagon factory job that never existed. The victim reclaim 50 cents and was assaulted. Wright says he is a clerk and unaware of the dealings while detectives link Ellis and Willard in alleged cahoots.
A jury hears arguments in a Superior Courtroom case described in fragmented OCR text as a debate over a legal matter. The record notes a court setting and the jurors' involvement, but details are incomplete.
John Q V an Winkle of the Big Four says no plans or preparations exist for track elevation ordered by city ordinance to begin April 1. M W Mansfield of Pennsylvania lines and I and W says he knows nothing about the matter. A A Zion of the Union Railway reports no notification or preparation for elevating tracks.
Governor Mount met with Terre Haute police commissioners and anti saloon leaders to curb saloon and gambling abuses. He warned that lax enforcement would not be tolerated and ordered the probationary superintendent kept under review. The discussion followed a petition demanding new commissioners and cited increased immorality and threats to business.
Dr Horace R. Allen formerly of the H R Allen surgical institute in Indianapolis died in Chicago on Tuesday at 7:30 am. He managed the Allen medical and surgical association since 1896 in the Masonic temple. Born about 1832 in Athens county Ohio he founded an Charleston Illinois institute before moving to Indianapolis 11 years later. Survived by wife and three children Dr H R Allen Jr Mrs J T Wright and Mrs William Taylor. He was once among Indianapolis wealthiest men with extensive real estate and a large fortune.
Dr Horace R Allen a renowned mechanical genius and surgeon of the 1st Tut hony regiment and George H Thomas post G A R faced fortune declines in recent years The four story surgical institute at Capitol and Illinois burned January 21 1897 killing 20 of 200 inmates Fire blamed on management for declaring the building a fire trap Allen later built a new institute at Capitol Ave and Chestnut and reportedly amassed wealth In December 189? he left Indianapolis and turned the institute over to his son Frank In March 1896 he conveyed all his property to wife Harriet Allen
In Frankfort Kentucky on February 13 two unknown gunmen fired on guards near the executive building while troops reportedly face withdrawal amid fears of a popular uprising. Governor Taylor stayed at the mansion as Judge Taft postpones a decision until Wednesday.
Cincinnati report notes Judge Taft of the U.S. Court of Appeals will issue his decision on the Kentucky injunction case on Wednesday after hearing arguments Monday afternoon.
The Republicans plan to let Democrats oust Taylor to preserve minor offices and build a political machine. They expect a political martyrdom to boost the party in the next gubernatorial election and aim to move the capital to London or Middlesboro once in power.
In Frankfort Kentucky Judge Denny of Lexington says Taylor will be McKinley’s running mate next fall. Washington hints Republicans will back Taylor to avoid party embarrassment and oppose any move to unseat him, though defeat would be accepted.
The Sunliner columns on page 7 urge readers to scan the wants of humanity and consider advertised items. By reading and benefiting, readers aid The Sun advertiser’s aims. The promotional note underscores that Sun’s liners pay and serve both reader and advertiser.
The envelope trust dominates about ninety percent of envelope making driving up costs for stationers and printers by roughly forty percent. A major protected competitor remains the federal government with stamped No. 5 envelopes offered at 21.20 per thousand, while private firms charge about 2.25 per thousand for similar work.
Louisville report says house committees on the Goebel assassination fund bill met several times but may not report by Tuesday. Democratic leaders plan a petition to restrain Taylor from acting as governor and to place Beckham in the office, with the case headed for the court of appeals promptly.
Captain Norveil of the Sunshine at Broad Ripple plans a 50 foot boat to run an excursion to the White river mouth to test navigability. The trip is set for summer or fall, with Broad Ripple’s excursion season to open around April 15 if weather permits. The steamer is being brightened for the venture.
Local recruiting station reports infantry regiments are full and now seeks volunteers for artillery service. Aimed at filling gaps as men are urged to enlist in the artillery branch.
The four firms reported weekly earnings totaling 508,338.72 dollars, up from 962,455.36 dollars a year earlier.
In Louisville on February 13 a dispute erupted after Gov. Taylor rejected the peace conference agreement. Lawyer Fairleigh originated the plan, convinced Taylor to consider it, and later reported Taylor accepted terms then repudiated the agreement. Republicans who signed the document feel strong ill will.
In Louisville on February 13 Judge Field ordered the $4,500 bribery fund seized from John H. Whallen to be placed in the Louisville Trust Company's vaults and turned over to Sheriff E. The sheriff will hold the money for 48 hours. if a later action confirms, the funds will go to Whallen.
Civil engineer Wood completed measurements on the executive building windows to locate the precise point behind Goebel where the assassin fired. The work, conducted Tuesday, aims to establish the exact trajectory and strengthen the evidence.
The Democratic National Committee meets in Washington on February 22 to address Kentucky. Resolutions deploring Gov. Goebel’s death and condemning the assassination will be adopted, and leaders say the next national platform will include a clause about Goebel and Kentucky politics.
In Frankfort Kentucky on February 13 the Republican House met for eight minutes and adopted a resolution thanking the Ohio League of Republican clubs for their sympathy and encouragement to Governor Taylor in the state crisis. The Senate was not in session at noon, so members recited the Lord's prayer and adjourned.
The Columbia and Marisa clubs resolved their dispute with Dayton carpenters to align with union labor. Foreman Oscar Laymen, once suspended for resisting the local wage scale, was reinstated. Carpenters will work under the union scale until April when new rules take effect, with the Columbia club covering the wage difference from its treasury.
At Anderson Indiana on February 13 the state republican clubs elected N W Gilbert as president C W McGuire as vice president George Mand as treasurer Grant Michner as secretary The Marion club backed Valparaiso official and Egnew lost the secretary race The next meeting is set for Indianapolis Telegrams congratulated Gov Taylor of Kentucky
James Broden aged 78, long time Indianapolis resident of 517 East New York Street, lies in a precarious condition at home after a week of alarming illness from pneumonia. An Irish immigrant who arrived in 1830, he settled early in the city and worked as a machinist for a wholesale grocery firm.
The piece traces historical stances on the Clayton Bulwer treaty and Monroe Doctrine, noting Britain’s breach during the Civil War and US interests in a Central American canal. It mentions Frelinghuysen and Blaine arguing that the canal should be US controlled and references the Hey-Baines revival of the treaty terms.
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