British baffled at Spion Kop defeat and war delay
London reports 48 officers killed or wounded in the Spion Kop attack. Buller’s forces pull back to a new Tugela position. hostilities paused for a new plan. The Times helio from Kimberley notes bombardment shifts to town areas. 145 shells fired with casualties including a child. Parliament opens with resolve to continue the war.
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Buller
Spion Kop
London
Frere
Tugela
Warren
Modder River
Kimberley
Transvaal
Buller reports heavy officer losses at Spion Kop
General Buller wires from Spearman's Camp to say on January 24 at Spion Kop the Fifth division and Mounted brigade suffered forty eight officer casualties. Killed were 22, wounded 20, missing 6.
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London
Buller
Spearman
Spion Kop
General Woodgate listed among wounded in casualties report
London January 29 General Buller releases casualty list naming officers killed wounded and missing across units. Among the wounded appears General Woodgate listed as dangerously wounded with other officers from Second Lancashire Fusiliers Second Middlesex and Imperial units. The report notes captains majors and lieutenants among the casualties with several taken prisoner or missing.
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London
Buller
M. H. Virtue
S. M. Stewart
F. R. Mallock
B. Fraser
Lancashire Fusiliers
C. Muriel
W. Lawley
H. A. Wilson
Middlesex
A. J. Ross
M. W. Kirk
A. H. Wade
Lancaster Regiment
W. Sandbach
A. Dykes
J. A. Nixon
G. R. Stephens
Lancashires
Woodgate
W. F. Elmalie
Hicks
G. B. French
Second
G. A. Carlton
Royal Lancashires
Lieut. Power-Ellis
Thornycroft’s Mounted Infantry
Roberts Advises Abandonment of Ladysmith
London dispatch reports Field Marshal Roberts, in command at the Cape, advising the abandonment of Ladysmith. The note suggests White’s army may surrender to humanity and policy, while some believe White could attempt a last stand and breakthrough before abandoning guns and stores. War office confirmation is not obtained.
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New York
London
Evening World
Roberts
The
Cape
Ladysmith
White
Army of Relief
War Office
Lord Roberts
British Forces Engage Boers In Ambush Near Achter Tang
A dispatch from Rensburg Cape Colony describes cavalry from Pietfontein shelling the Hoerlaager at Achter Tang with five guns but no reply. An attack from Blingerefontein drew Boer fire from the hilta, infantry retreated, and they were ambushed by Worcesters who killed several Boers. British casualties were one killed and two wounded as General French withdrew.
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French
Opposition to Move Vote in English Parliament
The Guardian reports that when Parliament meets tomorrow the front opposition bench will move a censure vote against the government with the sanction of the opposition leaders. The action is prepared for today in Manchester England and reflects the party’s stance.
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Manchester
Eng
the Guardian
War Office reports no change in South Africa
London January 30 12 55 The War Office says no new news has arrived from South Africa beyond a report from Lord Roberts that the situation is unchanged.
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London
War Office
South Africa
Lord Roberts
Queen's speech to be colorless amid war woes in Parliament
London reports suggest the queen's speech at reassembly will be brief and colorless, with a strong war stance and regrets for bloodshed. A cabinet minister predicts a calm session, while Irish critics may speak bluntly but without derailing resolve. Lady Salisbury's death alters dinner plans. William Stead calls for scrutiny of war lies and Jameson raid records.
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London
Great Britain
Lady Salisbury
Duke of Devonshire
Balfour
Earl of Kimberley
Henry Campbell-Bannerman
William T. Stead
House of Commons
Parliament
Stead
Colonial Secretary
Colonial Office
Hawksley
Chartered Company
Left to His Fate in Natal War Coverage
London dispatch reports great consternation as Natal holdings face possible fall of Ladysmith. Critics argue ongoing war in Natal risks severe consequences, favoring Buller’s open-ground strategy. Reports from Lourenzo Marques claim Col Plumer linked with Mafeking garrison. official relief unconfirmed.
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London
Natal
Ladysmith
White
Buller
Free State
Mafeking
Lourenzo Marques
Pretoria
Col. Plumer
Buller's Failure Forces Britain to Seek New Strategy
London report notes a frank admission that the current war effort in South Africa is failing to inspire public resolve. Leaders across Britain signal a shift to consolidate forces for stronger blows, rejecting attempts to minimize the setback.
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London
South Africa
War reports shift to open veldt as Natal siege drags on
The analysis urges moving from the Natal kopjes to the Free State front and predicts another long pause unless the Boers attack. Experts debate compulsory service and troop deployments while papers question Buller’s communications and speculate on naval and military budget needs after the Tugela.
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Ladysmith
Kopjes
Natal
Free State
Buller
Wood visit ends with Santiago reception and ball
Governor General Wood's Santiago stay concluded with a Cosmopolitan Club reception and ball. His presence is praised for fostering a satisfactory U S Cuba understanding, earning broad confidence. His banquet speech promised U S fulfillment of pledges and protection of Cuban business interests, pleasing radicals and moderates alike.
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Santiago de Cuba
Wood
Santiago
Cosmopolitan Club
United States
Cuba
Sweden Seeks Government Answers on Russian Spy Reports
Stockholm reports papers press for clear government explanation about alleged Russian spies seen in various regions including near forts. If true, officials may need to send a firm message to Russia to halt such activity. An interpellation in the Riksdag is anticipated on the issue.
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Stockholm
Sweden
Russia
Riksdag
Characteristics of Kruger under pressure seen in eyes
A London Chronicle piece portrays Paul Kruger as imperturbable and hard headed despite strain from the Bloemfontein conference with Sir Alfred Milner. It notes his rage at Chamberlain, fondness for Morley Bannerman Courtney and Asquith, cautious handling of press reports, and refusal to publicize garbled wires.
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Paul Kruger
Bloemfontein
Sir Alfred Milner
Wolmarans
Kruger
Chamberlain
Transvaal
Jan Morley
Bannerman
Courtney
Mr. Asquith
Philip Stanhope
J. G. Kotze
Cape Town
Incorporated Law Society
Kotze
Rustenburg
Dopperdam
Eureka
London
Bascare
London Chronicle
Dr Leyds in Berlin sees no peace move yet
Berlin Jan 29 Dr Leyds says he knows nothing of Macrum or Webster Davis missions and denies any effort to pressure President McKinley for intervention. He notes lack of direct Pretoria contact about Montague White and cautions peace talk is premature. He expects a possible Ladysmith battle and remarks on Boer aims to regain territories and sea access while Berlin buzzes with invites.
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Berlin
Associated Press
Leyds
Macrum
Webster Davis
McKinley
Great Britain
Transvaal
Pretoria
Montague White
United States
Lord Roberts
Ladysmith
Palast Hotel
Dr Leyds Visit Declared Self Initiated in Berlin
An official agency states that Dr Leyds, the Transvaal diplomatic representative, is visiting Berlin on his own initiative. Despite unofficial claims of an official invitation, his presence is described as lacking political significance and receiving only ordinary courtesy.
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Berlin
Leyds
Transvaal
Admiral Farquhar Honored in Caracas Reception
President Gastro received Admiral Farquhar and his staff in Caracas via Haitian cable. A garden party followed at the American legation to honor officers of the flagship New York and gunboat Machias. F B Loomis, the US minister, will escort President Castro and cabinet to visit the American fleet tomorrow.
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Farquhar
Caracas
Venezuela
Gastro
New York
Machias
F. B. Loomis
United States
Castro
Chilian Supreme Court Delays Action Until March Holidays
Santiago de Chile January twenty nine The Chilean Supreme Court postpones further consideration of the Moore embezzlement case until March after the holidays The dispute centers on Frederick T Moore accused of stealing fifty three thousand dollars from the National Bank of Commerce Boston Mass Public opinion has opposed confirming the lower court’s ruling to extradite Moore to the United States.
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Chilian Supreme Court
Santiago de Chili
Supreme Court
Court of First Instance
Frederick T. Moore
National Bank of Commerce of
Boston
Mass
Moore
Big strike feared on Great Northern system
Chicago sources report officials fear a large strike on the Great Northern as 150 agents have been hired and more are sought. A 110 member party departed for St. Paul on a special train last night, while company officials deny plans for trouble.
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Chicago
Ill
Great Northern
St. Paul
60 Days in Jail for Interfering With Non-Union Workers
Herman Clay, a United Metal Workers member in the Winslow Bros. strike, received a sixty day sentence in county jail for allegedly violating Judge Holdom's injunction restraining strikers from interfering with non union workers. The case ties to labor unrest linked to the January 23 killing of union worker Edward A. OConnor.
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Chicago
Herman Clay
United Metal Workers
Winslow Bros
Desperate train robbers thwarted. detective shot dead
Holden Missouri January 29. John Jackson, a detective with the Missouri Kansas and Texas railroad from Sedalia, was fatally shot through the head today while attempting to arrest a gang of suspected train robbers in Holden.
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Holden, Mo
John Jackson
Missouri Kansas and Texas Railroad
Sedalia
Spanish Steamer Vaile Foundered Off Spanish Coast
The Spanish steamer Vaile foundered off the coast near Bilbao with 13 crew members drowned. Rescue efforts were reported ongoing as authorities investigated the maritime disaster.
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Spain
Bilbao
Wreck of Spanish Steamer Primero Off Brest
In heavy sea and stormy conditions across France, the Spanish steamer Primero from Bilbao bound for New York wrecked off Point Lobous near Brest. All crew members were saved.
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Paris
France
Primero
Bilboa
New York
Point Lobous
Brest
Montreal Firm Glover Brais and Company Assigns
Montreal January 29 L A Brais operating as Glover Brais and company assigns at the request of Foster Porter and company London creditors to the extent of 2400 The total liabilities amount to 144666
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Montreal
Glover, Brais and Company
Foster, Porter and Company
London
Eng
No Quorum At Frankfort House Adjourns
Frankfort Kentucky January session saw many members absent and paired leaving no quorum to transact business as the House adjourned this afternoon.
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Frankfort
Hood's Pills for Liver Ills and Indigestion
Hood's Pills claim to cure liver ills and biliousness with ease of use. The advertisement touts simple operation and quick relief from indigestion and headaches, emphasizing convenience for the user.
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Hood
Chamberlain’s Cough Bexpel Bottle Guarantee Claim
All druggists guarantee every bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Brady and will refund if not satisfied after using two thirds. This remedy is the best for lappes cough colds croup and whooping cough and is pleasant and safe to take. I prevent any tendency of a cold to pneumonia. For sale by all druggists.
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All Drugeters
Electric Signs For Churches Brighten City Pages
Brooklyn pastor Rev. Howard Wilbur Ennis of the First Reformed Church pioneers an electric church sign. His 4 by 24 foot display, two crosses, minister’s name and service times cost 100 dollars and have drawn worshippers and curious passersby.
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Brooklyn
Howard Wilbur Ennis
First Reformed Church
Mr. Ennis
Waldorf-Astoria
Thirty-fourth Street
Wirse Reformed Church
Royal news and society notes from Europe and England
Empress Frederick will occupy Unter den Linden with Prince and Princess Frederick Charles of Hesse before traveling to Lerici to join her majesty. Vienna hosts a state ball with many introductions. English skills of the empress contrast with the Kaiser's fluent English. Imperial hunts around Gatchina and Peterhof yield large bags, while Duke George of Mecklenburg-Strelitz hosts a major hunt near Oranienbaum. Lord Cassillis leaves New York for South Africa to join his regiment. An anecdote recalls Lord Ailsa's youthful feud with a rude London hostess over the pronunciation Cassillis. The late Duke of Westminster is cremated at Woking, a first in England, causing notable public surprise and the queen's discomfort.
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Empress Frederick
Unter den Linden
Berlin
Frederick Charles of Hesse
Italy
Lerici
Spezia
Austria
Hofburg
Maria Josefa
Otto
Czarina
Russia
Gachina
Peterof
Nicholas
Grand Duke
Michael
George of
Mecklenburg-Strelitz
Oranienbaum
Lord Cassillis
Lord Ailsa
America
New York
South Africa
London
Casties
Cassillis
England
What Is a Sleeper Definition In Slippery Verse
A jumbled mock prose defines a sleeper as a thing that sleeps yet carries sleepers. The text reads as a tricksy alphabet soup, claiming to reveal a real statement of facts when read slowly. It playfully twists language around the word sleeper and the act of sleeping.
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Peter Piper
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement Ad in Lowell
Mrs L A Clifford of 334 Worthen street praises Dean's Kidney Pills for quick lasting relief after obtaining a box from Ellingwood Co at Merrimack and Central. Made by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents remember the name Doan's and take no substitute 50 cents.
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Greenhorn
Lowell
L. A. Clifford
Worthen Street
Dean
Ellingwood & Co
Merrimack
Central Streets
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