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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1900
Page
1
In the Tugela and Modder fronts heavy fighting continues as Cronje’s position near Paardeberg resists British assault. Cronje’s line, a one mile square crater like fortress, endures amid shells and Maxims while Boer guns exchange fire across riverbanks.
Feb 21 dispatch reports heavy firing east of Paardeburg as Gen. French's artillery engages Boer reinforcements. Highlanders and Knox's brigade, exhausted from Sunday fighting, held a cordon around the Boers. Cronje urged to surrender. Gen. Roberts arrived, then ordered a final crushing bombardment now under way.
London amid frantic war offices chatter as Roberts conducts fierce bombardment of Cronje’s beleaguered camp. Rumors of surrender swirl with a possible armistice while Botha and Delarey push north to Cronje’s aid, signaling a desperate Boer stand.
Paris reports a Berlin dispatch stating Gen Roberts has been defeated for want of sufficient guns. The London war desk lists casualties from Paardburg drift on Feb 18 and Feb 20 with three officers killed and nine men, plus six officers and eight men wounded and five missing.
Delayed dispatches from STERKSPRUIT report heavy firing toward Jamestown with a suggestion General Bra fant is engaged there. Jamestown lies about 20 miles north of Doordrecht, which the British occupied earlier this week. British forces have taken Mooifontein on the Ciesberg road.
From Pretoria comes word that Mrs. Kruger is very ill amid war tensions and worry for her sons and grandsons serving at the front.
London dispatch says Gen White reports from Ladysmith that February 1 and 2 losses totaled three killed four wounded and 31 deaths from disease. News notes the high toll during the siege as troops endure rough conditions and illness.
A Cape Town dispatch reports Lord Cronje surrounded at Petrusberg about 40 miles from Jacobdal. Boer forces of roughly 9,000 are fiercely defending a waterless flat position amid heavy pressure from advancing troops.
A Pretoria dispatch says Buller was repulsed again at the Tugela but later Chieveley reports cheer signs as a small mounted force was routed. Warren's Fifth division crossed near Hilangwane and holds Fort Wylie while main Boer resistance slows Buller toward Lady Smith. Public skepticism over Buller’s prospects persists.
The British steamer Sabine steamship bound from New York with American goods was seized by a British gunboat in Goa bay and has now been released.
London rumors circulate on a Friday afternoon that Cronje has surrendered. The war office has not confirmed the report.
The war office reports Col Plumer's forces near Gaberones Rhodesia on February 12 suffered four killed and 22 wounded in the attack on the Boers.
The Times reports a Lorenzo Marquez dispatch stating 6,000 Boers have been sent from Ladysmith to Bloemfontein.
Frank S. Melton, a merchant on Virginia Avenue, sues for divorce from Belle claiming repeated cruel treatment and loss of stock through relocations. They have five children and he seeks custody. Additional suits include Abel Schirssel vs Annie for cruel treatment and Edwin D. White vs Ida P. alleging abandonment.
Judge Grubbs rules for the Morgan County commissioners in a suit against ex recorder Maurice Donnelly over collected fees. The decision rejects Donnelly argument that he merely succeeded Carson and that fees were not forfeited by failure to turn over funds. County attorney Brown calls the ruling a substantial win, likening it to the Schilling affair.
Washington February 23. Democrats gathering to set the convention date and site chose Kansas City over Milwaukee on a single ballot with July 4 slated for the meeting. Gorman’s active role and Bryan’s alleged stance dominate chatter as Maryland’s ex-Senator heads the Maryland delegation.
The body of Gen. John McNulta of Chicago was shipped to Chicago Friday morning after dying suddenly of angina pectoris at the Hamilton hotel. A former Attica Ind resident and hotel operator, he became a noted railroad and corporate receiver and was brevetted brigadier general. He once served in Congress and was famed for launching the cent a mile military rate for the Grand Army.
Henry C. Miner also known as Harry Miner theatrical manager and former congressman died suddenly at his New York home on Thursday afternoon from apoplexy.
Morgantown West Virginia February 23 Hezekiah H Thomas aged 103 died Thursday. He had never left the county and chewed tobacco for nine decades marking a long life spent within local bounds.
Dan Rice veteran circus clown and showman 77 died Thursday night after a long Brights disease illness. Real name Daniel McLaren he had made three fortunes but left comparatively poor. He was writing the closing chapter of his biography when struck. His widow lives in Texas.
George Montgomery Davie a leading Louisville lawyer died in New York at the Park Avenue Hotel on Thursday. He was brother in law to William F. Draper ambassador to Italy and a prominent member of the southern bar. He came to New York with his wife and son for medical aid and his body will be taken to Louisville.
Tombstone Arizona February 23. John Dun lop died from wounds after a train hold up attempt. Burt Alvord deputy sheriff and Bob Downing ex detective are charged with complicity in the affair.
Advertises Dr Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup as a remedy for lingering colds and lung ailments. Warns that consumption may be fatal if untreated and urges early use to reduce danger.
Auction notice announces 1 000 Nethersole bracelets offered at four cents each on Saturday February 24 1900 from 10 a m to 4 p m at J P Mullally diamonds and jewelry Monument Place.
In Chicago on February 23 observers say July 4 as the Democratic convention date is a rebuke to W J Bryan. The choice, seen as aimed to beat the Republicans, follows claims Bryan preferred an early meeting and a June 6 date at one point. The Kansas City selection underscores W J Stone’s influence in the national committee.
Report says General Helices, returning soon from the Philippines, will announce his candidacy for governor of Alabama and thus not seek renomination to Congress. He is described as a strong political favorite in Alabama.
Washington February 23. Ex pension commissioner Dominic Murphy states pensions will be a key campaign issue. He notes Republican pressure on veterans concerns and cites discussions with Tanmer Sickels and Farnsworth, and a letter to Col Bryan signaling future action.
Williamston Ga February 29 Hon Arthur Sewall former vice presidential candidate meets William Jennings Bryan Friday morning and says their Atlanta trip is a business matter not politics. They will travel in a special car together.
Bryan supporters in Omaha and the state democratic committee map a mass trip to Kansas City for the national convention. About 10 000 Nebraska democrats plan to attend and cheer Bryan with a distinctive uniform of long ulsters and white stove pipe hats with a red band. Each marcher will carry a corn stalk cane.
Forecast for Indianapolis and nearby through 8 p m February 24 calls for cloudy skies with snow flurries. Friday night will be much colder, with a cold wave expected Saturday. Temperatures reach 24 at 7 am, 36 at noon, and 43 by 2 pm.
The weather bureau issued cheerful guidance Friday about a cold wave expected to arrive by Saturday. Temperatures will not drop until Saturday morning, then plunge to freeze conditions on Sunday, threatening outdoor exposure and garden damage.
Cumberland residents won a petition to move an electric line track from the south side to the middle of the street. The line owners will remove the tracks if affected residents pay for extra poles. The Hancock county commissioners will sign after Greenfield approves the agreement.
Democrats edge toward ex-Mayor Thomas L. Sullivan as county chairman with Judge Sullivan as the leading hopeful. Former city chairman Joseph T. Fanning and Charles E. Barrett face objections tied to factional loyalties. Republicans buzz about prosecutor race with Willard Robertson favored, and Reinhard and Warmoth as contenders. Hirkene slated for sheriff and Sindlinger for treasurer.
Warwick H. Ripley once expelled from the Marion club for free silver views but later reinstated presses Congressman Jesse Overstreet to back international bimetallism. Ripley cites the 1889 and 1892 laws and the St. Louis Republican platform urging the party to uphold pledges by supporting the Senate's international bimetallic amendment.
Opposed Republicans allege County Commissioner Henry Harding backs Thos Spafford for successor role. Harding seeks a superintendent post at the poor farm or workhouse under the new board. While motives appear innocent to some, critics say the Harding family has pressed for influence. Spafford sits on the slate with good prospects.
Charles Daugherty, a railroad man and Republican nomination candidate, reports strong support and says voters feel anew against the Republican state. He commends The Sun for its efforts to smash it, amid praise from Republicans around town.
John BE Spratt, a 30 year Republican voter and former Army recruit, announces his bid for township trustee. He has served three years in the army and worked at the United States Express Office overseeing the delivery system. He states he is not tied to any ring.
The Board of safety reinstated and then suspended firemen including Bradley Connett James Horn John W Miller Capt John Fox William Donovan Capt William a Arrold Edward Stiezel meyer John V R Allen John Allen and Royal Seibert. Charges were filed by Chief Barrett with notices sent. chairman Roth blocked public release. Trials set for Saturday with rumors most will resign to avoid public charges.
A petition seeks a fire company manned by colored firefighters. Mayor Taggart’s call for two extra engine houses reignites the push. He previously cited no vacancies, while organizers insist there is no valid excuse now given the lack of colored representation in police and fire ranks.
In Omaha a movement seeks city funds to save the Union Pacific armored coach built in 1864 for President Lincoln. Booker T. Washington and Dr M O Ricketts helped launch the drive, with the railroad offering donation and a building for display.
Yale and Princeton propose key rule changes on sideline conduct and scoring. Yale seeks to ban coaches and substitutes from sidelines to curb violations seen in the Yale Princeton game. Princeton argues a touchdown should not count more than a field goal, opposing Yale’s stance.
The Sun notes its Bargain Sales feature appears on page TV with additional want ads on the same page. Liners in The Sun are paid. readers are invited to read and profit from the listings and notices.
Martin Tiong was sent from police court to the grand jury on Friday after detectives Asch and Dugan arrested him for burglarizing Peter Ivory's saloon on S. Illinois street. He claimed he entered, found the bartender asleep, and took the cash register as a joke. He has prior similar trouble.
Henry McKwaine colored man was arrested early Friday on a charge of stabbing William Fishberg a shoemaker at 531 East Washington Street after a dispute over shoelace pricing. McKwaine says he was not in the shop and has a dozen witnesses to prove it. Fishberg was not seriously injured.
A fragment advertises meals at the Grand Hotel Cafe with pricing in cents. The note hints at inexpensive dining options and quick service for patrons seeking value. The readable text mentions Janey and Cate in association with the cafe.
In Frankfort Kentucky on February 2 the Democratic and Republican senators met with Lieut gov Marshall and Senator Carter presiding from the same rostrum but failed to settle the dispute over the senate chair. After prayer the Republicans adjourned.
Louisville report says Gov. Taylor arrived Thursday night from Frankfort and left Friday morning. The trip stirred gossip though he denied any political significance and said he sought rest and change from the capital.
A San Francisco report dated February 23 states Miss Wilhelmina Havemyer, niece of the sugar magnate and daughter of W. A. Havemyer of Chicago, is engaged to Andrew L. Stone, a prominent Oakland bachelor.
Joe Salisbury a noted San Francisco society leader will join the worbing colony at Cape Nomé, with reports of him running a hotel there denied. The move signals harbor ambitions for the remote settlement.
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