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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 23, 1900
Page
2
Reports from Africa describe ongoing battles near Pretoria and Bloomfontein with troop movements toward Natal and Cape Colony. Meanwhile diplomatic dispatches from Naples and Washington discuss American mediation prospects and hopes for peace as Boer forces resist and seek negotiations.
News items report Germany seeking U S and French support against England in the Boer War, with proposals to save the Transvaal and avoid Johannesburg as a military base. Separate notes mention Miss Silvia Green, heiress to Hetty Green, soon marrying a Duke De Torre, and a Columbus hotel event affecting local streets.
The article reports JOS. MARTIN forming a provincial cabinet in British Columbia with Mates 20 and Premier Martie reforming the government staff. It notes ex-major Kimio qm, Linera convention in Vancouver on April 13, and political shifts including Mr. Cotton firing Mr. Marin from the cabinet, leaving Cotton in the political fray as a rival figure.
Washington reports the Newark is ordered to 40 from Manila to Hong Kong with a fast squadron ready within ten days. The plan may close Songhai and Tian Tan ports and could seize Nieo Chwang if Russia or China acts.
A Canadian Commons session reports a delegation from the Trades and Labor Congress of Canada meeting Sir Wilfrid Laurier to raise questions on the alien act and wage resolutions. The record notes discussions about U S-Canada negotiations, Halifax garrison plans, repatriation of the 100th regiment, Plains of Abraham purchase talks, and treaties with Indians in Athabasca, with 99 questions addressed.
Aime Martin and Dr. B Boivin found jeweller Boivin dead at 157 Notre Dame Avenue. Coroner McMahon investigates with inquest pending. Boivin's body showed decomposition suggesting death days earlier. About 40 years old.
London dispatch reports British advance into the Orange Free State progressing with secrecy and speed under Lord Roberts. Arrests include Cape parliament member DeWitt and his brother, while patrols skirmish at Busatol and De Beers Pass. Boers reportedly collapse south of Bloemfontein as 400 surrender. Gatacre arrives at Berhulie finding Dutch largely fled.
Dublin report of March 18 notes interruptions to the lord Mayor's procession amid anti-Queen protests. Windows smashed, crowds excited, police overwhelmed, several arrests. Sligo and Drogheda mayors initially accepted but refused to participate. Other items include St Patrick's Day observances in London and Quebec with flags and crowds, and various European notes on betrothal announcements and Vanderbilt bequests.
In Ottawa on Mare 17 the debate on the preface tariff was led by Dr Montague who argued the Liberal stance favored Britain and harmed Canadian interests. He claimed the National Policy built CPR and loyalty votes, while Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s leadership was criticized. MPs like Mullen Henderson Campbell and McDonald voiced opposing and supporting views, as the motion moved toward adjournment.
Constantinople reports protracted talks on railway rights in Asia Minor. Russia and Turkey propose a joint build in partnership while Russia pushes for original demands. If concessions fail, Balkan tensions and Armenian repatriation loom as potential leverage.
In New York the Herald reports efforts to trace a corruption fund raised from the gullible and poor last month. Fund intended to influence Albany legislation to block gambling and related measures. Authorities note assurances of protection for three targets in the era of a rising opposition. The fund allegedly totaled about 125000 dollars.
In Montreal on March 19 the jury for James Baxter and Feral and Lemieux on charges of defrauding the Vile Marie bank was finally secured after four days of attempts and the challenge of 120 jurors. Meanwhile, many settlers continue moving daily to the White district as the government guides routs in O'Con nor and Gulies townships. Most settlers are Americans from Oklahoma, Indiana, Ohio and Illinois.
Canada reports total trade for eight months ending February at 250,255,763 with a $350,000,000 rise over recent years and a $55,000,000 higher total than 13 months of 1896. February imports reach 155,555,100, up 2,800,000. exports rise 1,220,000. Senate discusses Pacific code and binder twine duties as government responds to protection questions. Winnipeg notes Manitoba legislature to meet March 29 for dispatch of business. Northwest Assembly called to meet March 29 for dispatch of business.
M. P. Davis of Saskatchewan was thrown from a carriage while returning to visit the premier. The horse bolted, throwing him onto a Boulder with a broken limb. He will remain in hospital for several days. Senator Wat?on, riding with Davis, was uninjured.
A jumble of reports from Washington Windsor Ottawa and Montreal. Details include Ali Ferrouh Bey wife illness and privacy fears at his home near Washington. Windsor Queen encounter with Grenadier Guards. tariff debate in Ottawa. a murder verdict in Boileau case with potential retrial. a Commons vote in London. and a CPR fire at Beaver Bank with local residents affected.
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