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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 11, 1900
Page
1
London dispatch reports Boers active west of Bloemfontein with moves between Fourteen Streams and Kumberley and occupation of Wind norton. British forces push toward Mafeking while columns maneuver near Thapa N Chu and Leeuw River front.
A severe CPR wreck west of Sudbury near Metagama Station destroyed over eighteen heavily loaded box cars and killed a brakeman. The mishap was blamed on Operator McNab sleeping at his post, with relief funds and condolences pouring in from officials and foreign correspondents as Ottawa assesses losses and rebuilding plans.
A Thaba N’Cha dispatch reports Canadian forces led by Col Otter breaching two Boer kopjes at Israel’s Poort, suffering minor wounds but driving Boers from entrenched positions. British casualties total 20. The operation involved Grabats Town Horse and heavy artillery, with Boers retreating north and east.
London expert Lever predicts coal prices may double within three years unless exports to foreign buyers are banned or taxed. He notes Russia's recent orders and large demands from Belgium France Germany Holland Italy Spain, and warns England’s workable coal may be exhausted within 50 years, leaving Britain dependent and industries at risk.
A British debate on taxing local rates inflames opposition to government policy. David Lloyd George and Porro press for relief from alleged excessive taxation for landlords and clergy. MPs warn the ministry to consider reforms, planning a motion to force legislative action next week.
Report from Winnipes quarantine on April 20 notes two suspected smallpox cases added to three quarantined yesterday. Nineteen total confined, sixteen said to be infected. Nurses volunteers named, including Duncan Fogerty B nurse, Wilson Picker and Swigarl, Dr Inglis reports no major day events and hopes epidemic is under control. Brandon also reports isolated smallpox case and reassurance to public.
Faith Fenton reports from Dawson that new gold and copper discoveries near Behring Strait spark interest. Klondike census shows 8,603 residents with Dawson City at 5,404. Britishers 1,787, Americans 5,038, others 409.
Reports describe a major Ottawa Hull fire with eighteen thousand people left homeless and seven deaths. Relief efforts include donations from private citizens, the Bank of Montreal, and the Alliance Fire Insurance company. Officials warn about further danger if winds shift and embers reach the city.
London dispatches recount Gen French and Gen Hal pursuing retreating Boers near N'Cha and Ibaba with an eastern outlet under threat. Lord Roberts reports Bloemfontein and Griqualand West commands, with Gen Warren appointed military governor. Pole-Carew advances north of De Wet's Corp, while Dewet's tactics and Kitchener’s elusive presence dominate war chatter. A Canadian court martial sentence highlights discipline in service.
Mr How presents a territorial budget totaling 485 003 with 180 000 for Revina and 150 000 for public works. J H Ross defends government party governance as the House weighs education grants for 70 new districts and a 405 increase for instruction in the coming year. The assembly adjourns amid partisan exchanges and anticipation of further debate.
London reports Col. Otter wounded as Boer fragments retreat north while French and Kondle cover rear. Thala N'Cha scene. Boers driven from part, others disperse in different directions. Lord fortifications lists Hamilton casualties. Col. Giter of Canada wounded slightly. Chathem assizes note Milner found guilty of a minor crime.
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