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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 16, 1900
Page
2
March reports from Mafeking and surrounding areas describe Boer resistance, British advances, and casualties. General movements near Bloemfontein, Kitchener’s forces, and Captain Grid events are noted along with political commentary on British home front sentiment.
A large avalanche in the Selkirk region blocks the main overland line east of Guid e Point, severing the route and collapsing trees over a 100 foot stretch. Rail crews and military units direct emergency work while passengers from the east are rerouted via Crow's Nest Pass to Nelaca and Arrow Lakes, extending the overland trip by about 30 hours.
Reports from Durban and Topeka exchange brief dispatches on international stance in the war with Great Britain and Germany. Other items cover a secret jail transfer in Kentucky, a Canadian parade for Queen Victoria’s Jubilee, a Pittsburgh offer tied to Carnegie, a Strathroy homicide, and scattered regional notices.
March 12 reports from Dreifontein and surrounding kopjes detail heavy fighting as British forces press Boer positions. Australian units and New South Wales mounted infantry engage near Boers at close range while British cavalry advances and naval brigades support. Casualties rise with over 2,400 killed and thousands wounded or missing across operations in the Cape Colony and Free State fronts.
A report on the Beautiful Plains election recounts Mr Davidson’s victory over rivals amid a torchlight procession to his residence. The piece notes his persistent runs since 1886, with defeats in 1890s and a 1894 win, and mentions an impending government proclamation to open the new session with key posts likely. The scene captures public celebration and cautious tone from opponents.
A fragmented OCR passage mentions individuals and dates including March 12 and November 10 1876 with scattered names and places. The text appears garbled, referencing seating, governance, and personal statements in a local historical context without coherent narrative or verifiable events.
Twenty seven birthsh five amen lost ba se Channel commanded by Capt Quinton. wrecked by unknown steamer in the Straits of Dover. Three survivors landed at Vallais France recount a rapid sinking with crew of thirty drowned or unable to reach decks. two survivors rescued by Windsor. London March 14.
Reports from Lord Roberts headquarters describe ongoing negotiations and coded cables as Britain pushes to cement independence while denying terms of peace to the Boer republics. The piece blends updates on Kroger Steyn talks with military maneuvers and foreign press commentary.
Ottawa reports a heated session with Sir Charles Topper and Sir Fever opposing a proposed 40 or 50 cent daily wage for Canadian volunteers. The debate touched on imperial pay, deductions, and the status of the Sand Army in South Africa amid supply concerns.
Springfield reports Avrauam Lincoln’s remains moved to a temporary vault near the north of Hidge cemetery as part of a broader Lincoln movement. Officials prepared for site construction with $100,000 appropriated in recent years, amid a somber, small gathering at the memorial.
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