Boer Movement Into Cape Colony Stopped Advancing Dealt Setback
London dispatch from Lord Kitchener reports Boer forces entering Cape Colony checked with eastern column north of Zoutspanberg and western column turned toward Bristown and Prieska. British efforts include arming colonists, disrupted rail and telegraph by bad weather, and ongoing pursuit by Gen. Gordon and Gen. French. As of Dec 22 23, Clements engaged south of Oliphants Nek with unclear result and Kreuse captured on Maga liesberg vicinity.
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London
War Office
Hias
Lord Kitchener
Pretoria
Cape Colony
Zoutspansberg Range
Bristown and
Prieska
de Wet
Sineckt
Clements
Kitchener
Bristown
Deaar Junction
French
Beyers
Delarey
Magaliesberg
Kreuse
Coleville
Wakfontein
Ablaze at Halifax Chronicle Building
Fire gutted the Chronicle newspaper building in Halifax on Saturday night into Sunday morning. A sleeping police officer inside was nearly suffocated before rescuers pulled him from a window as flames broke through. Estimated loss totals about 10,000 dollars with fire and water damage reaching 110,000?
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Halifax
Chronicle
Fie
Heavy Rebel Loss as Ninth Cavalry Kills Forty Five Filipinos
Advices from Manila report that near Gunobatan in Albay province a force of lieutenant and sixty U. S. Cavalrymen attacked a large insurgent band. Forty five Filipinos were killed, many wounded, with a U. S. sergeant wounded. Rebel losses were the heaviest in recent engagements. Communications were delayed by cut wires.
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Manila
Ottoman cruiser Imperial Irade not yet issued
Constantinople on December 23 reports that the imperial signature authorizing the contract for a cruiser for the Ottoman navy by Cramp Shipbuilding Co. and the initial 109000 pound deposit has not been issued. The German Embassy protests paying Cramp before settling Krupp naval gun debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantinople
Cramp Shipbuilding Co
Porte
Cramps
London Times Predicts Friction Over Treaty Amendments
The London Times editorial criticizes President McKinley's plan to submit the Hay Pauncefote canal treaty to Great Britain. It says the amended form shifts dangerous responsibility to Britain and that the paper cannot agree with the changes. The editorial argues the form must be acceptable to the United States.
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London
The
Times
McKinley
Great Britain
Canadians Home Return From Africa Reach Halifax
Halifax December 2 The steamer Lake Champlain arrived from Liverpool with Col Otter the captain and Canadian troops returning from South Africa aboard.
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Col. Otter
Halifax
Halifax, N
Lake Champlain
South Africa
Liverpool
Western troops finish land order cancellation for Christmas return
The militia department cancelled the order to land in J. John N. B. The change saves time, allowing the western men to reach home for Christmas. They began a special train journey this afternoon toward Montreal and Toronto.
War Department Auditor Shot Dead in Washington
Washington on December 22 Frank H Morris auditor of the war department was shot and killed in his office by Samuel McDonald a treasury clerk who then shot himself Morris the man who fired and wounded himself after the act is 68 a veteran government employee McDonalds condition was described as precarious with death expected at Emergency hospital Autopsy showed three of five bullets struck Morris healing plans include Cleveland interment for Morris to be arranged after death.
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Washington
Frank H. Morris
Ohio
War Department
Samuel MacDonald
The
Treasury
Winder Building
MacDonald
William H. MacDonald
Bostonians
Samuel Mac- Donald
McDonald
Morris
Cleveland
Diplomatic Circles Weigh Pekin Peace Terms
Washington reports diplomatic circles discussing the joint agreement signed by powers at Pekin for presentation to Chinese plenipotentiaries. The aim is speedy negotiations on peace terms, with Chinese minister Wu noting the demands are harsh but hopes for amicable discussion and eventual removal of objectionable features. Wu expects Li Hung Chang and Prince Ching to act, with terms telegraphed to the court in Pekin.
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Washington
Pekin
Li Hung Chang
Prince Ching
Mystery Murder at Cotton Hollow Road House
A man’s crushed skull is found in the yard of the Cotton Hollow road house near Naugatuck Connecticut. The unknown man came to the resort alone Saturday evening and was assigned a room. Evidence suggests a struggle or a fatal fall. coroner Mix of New Haven and later a possible identification as Gerald Milberg are mentioned.
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Naugatuck
Conn
Cotton Hollow Road House
Martin
Waterbury
Cotton Hollow
Mix
New Haven
Albert Milberg
Gerald
Boxing bouts banned after fatal amateur fight in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police imposed a ban on all boxing contests following a fatal amateur bout at the Philadelphia A. C. between Joe Kelly and Ward Banford who fought as Frank Barr. The death on Saturday prompted authorities to halt boxing activities pending investigation and safety reassessment.
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Philadelphia
Dee. T
Amteur
Philadelphia A. C
Joe
Kelly
Baward Banford
Frank Barr
Missing Aan Bhina boatsmen alarm coast guard
Landon and Dee from Aan Bhina remain missing after last week’s storm at sea. Rescue teams fear fishermen may have drowned as crews search the area near the coast.
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Landon
Dee
Twenty-Five Children Gifted Warmth at Fayette Street School
At Mrs Anna J Loughlin's home 228 High St twenty five children from Fayette Street School received a Christmas dinner and winter garments Santa Claus arrived early two days ahead of schedule Gifts included clothing coats mittens and hooded garments with helpers Miss Harnden Miss Meehan and others leading the effort The feast featured turkey fruit candy coffee and pies and was accompanied by a phonograph concert and singing The event highlighted generosity from Mr A G Pollard and several donors and left the children grateful for a memorable Christmas uplift
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Anna J. Loughlin
High St
Santa Claus
Concord River
Fayette Street
Georgia A. Harnden
Mary A. Meehan
A. G. Peilard & Co
Pollard
Samuel Mharnden
Harnden and
Meehan
Ella Harnden
Agnes Shea
Ellen M. MacDonald
Jennie Woherty
Ethel Doyle
Minnie
A. G. Pollard
F. Q. Blunt
F. N. Wier
M. F. Cahill
J. J. Stack
Ellen McCarrot
John Learon
Robert C. Gallaghe
William Cguiney
Martin O Hearn
Phelan Stock Company Brings Metropolitan Dramas to Opera House
The Phelan troupe of 22 with stars like Cilla Cameron Helen Frost and Maud Kellett presents modern metropolitan plays and vaudeville features next week at the Opera House. The program includes The Ensign The Fatal Card Led Astray Lady Audley's Secret and more with full scenic elements and a ladies orchestra providing concerts daily matinees start Tuesday.
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Opera House
Phelan Stock Company
Phelan
Cilla Cameron
Helen Frost
Mabelle Estelle
Janneth Ashbaugh
Maud Kellett
J. Durken
J. H. Clarke
Albert Lando
Alfred Lester
Baby Clifford
Randolph
Dion Boucicault
Cora
Clara Morris
Lady Audley
Mgr. Phelan
New York Stars Extravaganza Tops Music Hall Bill Tonight
The New York Stars Extravaganza company headlines Music hall tonight and on Christmas and Wednesday with a praised chorus, operatic song selections, and a burlesque act headlined by Jack Burke. Also featuring Bob Manchester and his Cracker Jacks in a new show with “The Fall River Line” and a grand closing burlesque titled A Female Drummer with novel scenery and effects.
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New York Stars
Music Hall
Vaudevillians
Jack Burke
Wm. McEvoy
Glockers
Bob Manchester
Cracker Jacks
O. K
Fall River Line
Boston
Joseph
Savoy Theatre Holiday Bill Promises Strong Comedy Act
The Savoy Theatre offers a Christmas week bill led by Mr and Mrs Mark Murphy, noted exponents of Irish comedy with The Seventh Bow. The lineup includes Riley and Hughes, Lloyd Hassmer, Orvette, Mardo, Ada L Arnoldsen, Burns and Nina, and Nina the paper tearing ace. Huntington hall is booked for Christmas and Thanksgiving shows, with extra seating added to handle crowds, promising a lively season.
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Savoy Theatre
Mark Murphy
Riley and
Hughes
Lloyd Hassmer
Mile
Orvette
Mardo
Ada L. Arnoldsen
Burns
Nina
Huntington Hall
Dempsey Hag
Theatre Gras
Dempeey
Puntington Hall
Mas Murphy
Mark of Merrer
Popular Irish farces and touring acts in Lowell week
Riley and Hughes present plantation comedy and dancing with Lloyd Hassmer and Mlle Oliverette as leading song Illustrators. Ada L. Arnoldson Swedish nightingale appears first in Lowell. Mardo the funambulist performs. Burns and Nina showcase paper tearing and dancing. Christmas Day shows in Huntington hall. Performances 8:15 nightly and 2:30 matinees, box office 11 a.m. to close.
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Riley and Hughes
South
Lloyd Hassmer
Mlle
Olivette
Mr. Hassmer
Ada L. Arnoldson
New York
Boston
Lowell
Mardo
Burns
Nina
Huntington Hall
Real Estate Transfers Listed Across Lowell and Nearby Towns
Real estate transfers from Lowell and surrounding towns show numerous parcels sold for nominal sums. Notable entries include J Dentlan trustee selling Elm street property for 2750 to Maria Glynn and Emma C Abbott estate. Henry N Peabody to E J Bellmore on Cumberland road for 1. Daniel M Richardson to John J Gray on Kidder street for 6600. Additional transfers cover Lawrence Haven Winter Wallington Brookside and other streets across Westford Dracut Dunstable Chelmsford with small consideration amounts and various property types.
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J. Dentlan
Maria Glynn
Emma C. Abbott
Elm Street
Mary Cleary
Frank C. Goodale
Lawrence Street
Henry N. Peabody
E. J. Bellmore
Cumberland Road
Daniel M. Richardson
John J. Gray
Kidder Street
Hannah J. Bellisie
Rebecca B. Werrenstal
Winter Street
John W. Kinnan
Peter A. Pay
Haven Street
Westpord
Verdict Set Aside in Ripworth League Case New Trial Ordered
The December 19 verdict in a Ripworth League case linked to Worthen Street church activities was set aside by Judge Hadley. A new trial was ordered to be held soon for the benefit of Lowenthal, after questioning the dive site outcome and the use of opportunities for young women.
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Ripworth League
Worthen Street
Churchy
Jedee Hadhey
Lowen Tal
Christmas program listing at local church continues
Glad Ante EMS presents a page eight continuation of a Christmas program with readings, recitations, and carols. Edith McElroy and Florence McEachern perform solos and choirs join in with titles like The Herald Angels and Long Ago while Raymond Rogers and Mrs Leggett headline solos.
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Edith McElroy
The
Herald Angels
Olea
Florence McEachern
Francis Leggett
Wm. Nichols
Ralph MecFadgen
Robert Matthews
Master Cowan
Raymond Rogers
Marion Gordon
Christmas Cantata Delights Mt Vernon Church Choir
Yesterday afternoon the Mt Vernon church hosted a Christmas cantata that proved a great musical treat and did credit to the choir. The program adhered exactly to the published schedule with no variations.
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Mt. Vernon Church
Christmas service hours at House of Prayer
Christmas Eve vespera at 7.90, Christmas Day 6.00 am choral celebration of the sacrament, and 7.20 pm solemn evensong. The 6 o'clock morning service will have the regular choir augmented by Isaac Mason tenor Walter Bruce bass and McElroy harpist.
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House of Prayer
Isaac Mason
Walter Bruce
McElroy
Christmas Festivities at Day Nurseries Delight City Children
At Day Nurseries the Christmas celebration drew happy children from four weeks to ten years. Miss O Leary hosted Kirk Street guests with sandwiches cake and tea. Mrs Julian Talbot sent ice cream for the children and their mothers. Daniel Webster officiated at the Clare institution while Georgia A Bewall arranged a post noon luncheon and a generous gifts tree for the mothers and kids.
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Kirk Street
Julian Talbot
Daniel Webster
Ae Ta Clare
Piret Street
Georgia A. Bewall
Christmas at City Farm delight for mothers and children
At the city farm on Saturday afternoon, mothers and children gathered for a Christmas fare prepared by Mies Loutee Pearson of the Lowell W C A. Visitors contributed material for collation, generously supplemented by Mrs Pinder.
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City Farm
Mies Loutee Pearson
Lowell ¥. W. C. A
Mra Pinder
Christmas gifts brighten farm visitors and patients
At a farm more than forty children received Christmas gifts. Just before leaving, visitors went to the hospital department and sang several selections to the inmates, whose pleasure reflected the Christ spirit and thoughtful deeds.
Christmas Thoughts at Lynn YMCA Meeting
Frank Mahan spoke at the Lynn YMCA men's meeting on Some Christmas Thoughts. A fair attendance reflected warm weather and decorated windows. Next Sunday the Gospel Ten from Boston University will lead, with a male quartet for music, promising a top meeting of the season.
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Frank Mahan
Lynn
Gospel Ten
Boston University
Dartmouth musical clubs promise record year of concerts
The article notes Dartmouth combined music groups poised for success this year with mandolin and glee club selections. It highlights a strong program, urging all to attend the month bars concert Saturday at Colonial Hall, followed by dancing after the central event for ticket holders.
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Dartmouth
Mandolin Club
Glee Club
Midnight mass at Immaculate Conception Church
At the coming midnight mass the Salutarie by Rossini will first be rendered for the exposition of the blessed sacrament. Hayden's Imperial third mass follows with a violin obligato during the offertory by Mrs. C. M. Williams performing Ave Maria by Gieras. Agnes Williams accompanies on violin. after, a solo and chorus render “Glory to God” as parishioner Robinson leads.
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Immaculate Conception
Rossini
Hayden
Mra. C. M. Williams
Giersa
Agnes William
Ty Robinson
Taken to Danvers and its aftermath noted in Ralph Street
Hood from home on Ralph Street taken to the Insane asylum at Danvers. Mr Hettmeane aged about fifty was cared for at a new home when it became known there were efforts to keep him there. Mr Reed Saneah named as guardian and a well known local figure.
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Hood
Ralph Street
Fragmented Local Item in OCR Polish Noted
OCR fragment shows unclear text about a local event or notice with partial words and missing context. Reads like an incomplete article snippet without a definite subject, date, or location.
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Halifax Chronicle
Ninth Cavalry
London Times
F. G. Gulliland
Foom A. Wyman
Pachange
Cor
Merrimack and
Central
Samuel McDonald
Graves
Maryland
A. G. Pollard & CO
Palmer Street
Palmer
Reet
Merrimack Street
Ralph C. Whidden
Wift
Fietcher
Theresa Pindent
Louise A. Fay
Wallington Street
Dracut
James Stuart Murphy
Marguerite Cuniffe
Brookside
Dunstable
Daniel Braliow
Anson D. Feenenden
Chelmsford
Fred & Mowen
Elizabeth Richardson
Mary C. Lapham
Arthur M. Warren
South Chelmeford
George B. Spalding
Frederick J. Thorpe
Steadman Street
Hillerica
Herert A. King
Beare J. Cook
Hannaford Place
Fears J. Cook
Mary Ann Parris
MT. Vernon
Dartmouth Musical Clubs
Danvers
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