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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1900
Page
1
London reports Cronje capitulated unconditionally at Paardeberg on Majuba anniversary. Roberta dispatches detail siege actions, bombardment, and the imminent march of 8,000 prisoners under guard to Cape Town. Loud cheers greeted the news in both Houses as the end nears for the Boer resistance.
London February 27 4 33 p m secretary of state for war Marquis Lansdowne told the house of Lords that the prisoners captured with Cronje number about eight thousand Cronje will be sent to Cape Town
The war office reports about 4000 Boers captured in total with around 1150 from the Orange Free State and the rest from the Transvaal. Twenty nine Transvaal officers and eighteen Free State officers were taken. British forces seized three 75-millimetre Krupp guns, nine 1-pounders, a Maxim, plus a 60? Krupp and another Maxim from Free Staters. Heavy English casualties are noted.
A posted tally lists 721 non commissioned officers and men wounded at Peardeberg on Sunday February 18. Among the wounded are 63 Canadians and 276 Highlanders, reflecting the heavy cost of the engagement.
London February 27 7 07 p m reports the capture of notable Boer leaders including Chief Commandant Wolverana a Volksraad member Field Cornet Frum and Major Albrecht a renowned German artilleryman also cited Major Von De Witt a distinguished officer behind Boer engineering works
London Feb 27 The War Office released Roberts report detailing a Royal Canadian contingent assault on a trench at Paardeberg. Major Pellmler was wounded eight men killed and twenty nine wounded. General MacDonald is expected to return to duty in a few days.
London reports burst of celebration after the surrender of Cronje as “Majubs avenged” and “Little Bob’s” victory. Windsor and provincial towns ring with cheers, Queen telegraphs congratulations, and public displays of joy spread from London to Glasgow and Liverpool as Roberts’s relief moves toward Bloemfontein. Military details note Boer forces 4,000 to 8,000, with stronger concentrations en route to Ladysmith and potential 60,000 to 70,000 Boer troops in the field.
A fragmented wartime summary notes dire forage shortages hindering cavalry and infantry, forcing depots and depopulation of transport animals. Dispatches from Lourenco Marques and London report Lord Roberts nearing Bloemfontein, calls to commandeer all males, possible peace overtures, and ongoing besiegement with scattered, fluctuating casualty and defense conditions across Mafeking, Crunsje, and other fronts.
A severe winter storm sweeps central Missouri Kansas and nearby territories. Snow began at 4 a m and by noon ground is deeply covered with several inches. Temperature runs high with strong winds and no sign of letting up.
Washington February 27 In the senate Turley halted his Quay remarks and Depew took the floor addressing Beveridge s proposed resolution on the Philippine question. A large attendance of men and spectators gathered to hear Depew.
Secretary Root submitted a bill draft granting war department authority to audit claims for damages caused by U S troops during the Spanish American War. Total claims amount to 132,006 dollars across states including Alabama Delaware Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Kentucky Maine Minnesota New Jersey New York Pennsylvania South Carolina Texas Virginia and a miscellaneous total. The measure seeks to certify results to the treasury for payment by January 1.
A former Thompkina county New York treasurer, sought for misusing county funds, was arrested in Iola Kansas after two weeks undercover at a local hotel under the alias McClary. He admitted guilt, confessed to embezzlement, handed $250 to the arresting sheriff, and planned to flee with associates to Peru.
Indianapolis reporters say Bryan will not personally canvass the nation if renominated. He will limit speeches to delegations visiting him at his Lincoln home. Advisers see no popular prejudice against a candidate touring the country.
News brief recounts a farmer Wilson Wakelin in Brock Nebraska killing his wife with a razor and later slitting his own throat on the grave of his first wife. The wife is described as popular and former W CTU president. Additional items report a suit for a receiver of the American Plate Glass Co. by Depauw heirs, price-cutting in the fish business, Philip Armour Jr will probate estate valued at eight million, and a Chicago burglary thwarted by a rope rescue.
In Clarion Pennsylvania on February 27 a blast wrecked the business section, killing ex-Judge W W Bare from the excitement. Fourteen shops were burned, Main Street from Fifth to Sixth Avenue wiped out, water pipes frozen, firemen helpless. Snow and bonfires failed to thaw plugs. only wind shift saved the town.
In Memphis Tennessee Jeb Bryan arrived to an enthusiastic crowd and attended a breakfast at the Peabody hotel before delivering a packed address at the Auditorium. He discussed the campaign issues money trust and imperialism noting Republicans defend against them and that events will decide which issue dominates. He commented on free silver doubts and the currency amendment as a possible step toward bi metallism but warned it reveals gold standard allegiance.
Washington sources say Treasury plans outline the gold standard steps once the conference report on the measure is ratified by both houses and signed by the president. Officials expect the law to take effect mid spring, with Treasury accounts and coinage reforms to follow, directing funds and taxes to the new regime.
The International Cyclists Association met in Paris amid sharp talks over League of American Wheelmen retirement and National Cycling Association admission. The body rejected proposals to keep Americans in a separate category and granted amnesty to racers penalized by rival groups.
Under treasury department orders the revenue cutter Onondaga left Philadelphia to rescue forty crew members of the Spanish steamship Minerva, adrift with 5,000 tons of iron ore. The British steamer Parana reported the situation and towed the vessel, but the hawser parted, separating the tow.
Boston Feb 27 Admiral Sampson refutes Capt Concas claim that the Cristobal Colon could have been saved if valves had been closed. He says the ship surrendered and ran ashore, valves broken, captain dined aboard New York, later testified no damage. Sampson urges court action against the captain for destroying public property and notes a similar case with Sandoval at Santiago.
The Democratic contestants sworn in after certification of election pressed a demand on Republican incumbents for state offices. Officials sworn include Secretary of State Hill of Clark County Attorney General Robert J. Veckenridge of Lousie county Auditor Gusi Alter of Graves Treasurer Wilbur Mager of Boyd Superintendent of Public Instruction 11 C McChesney Livingston County. The oath for most offices was administered by Sharkelford.
Washington February 27 Arthur Sewall former democratic vice presidential candidate in 1896 visited President McKinley amid reports he supported expansion. He advocated keeping Puerto Rico Hawaii and extending full US law to them while preferring eventual republic status for the Philippines under protection. Also referenced is his denial of forecasting a GOP defeat.
Good lots on Ohio Street offer choicest residence location with easy access to transport and the University. South Lawrence plots cheaper than acre property, well situated for residence or business use near Vermont Street and nearby amenities.
Markets show steady to strong tone across cattle and hogs with varied weights. Prices listed for native cattle, cows, calves, stockers, steers, and hogs include reported ranges and averages, and wholesale meat markers reflect active demand in mid February. Local city market notes include commodity names, unit pricing, and reported totals for different classes.
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