Australians in Cape Colony report surrenders at Cronje’s camp
From Loxpo y on February 27 at 10 25 a m General Cronje has surrendered after fierce fighting The official dispatch says the entire force has been taken prisoner following heavy clashes in the Kloof and Buller’s advance Australian troops reported in the action with stubborn resistance and close hand to hand combat during the assault on the fortifications and surrounding defenses.
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Loxpoy
Cronje
Battle of Kooloosrand described with bombardment tactics
The report notes General Crowje directing feints to draw Boer forces as British artillery targets the Nadiler Uiver area. Burrowed tunnels and skull-proof excavations emerge as mining work proceeds along the river bed. A balloon observation reveals four ammunition wagons. explosions follow the guns’ aim. Royal Engineers move toward the Boar magors with a German ambulance corps aiding General Cronje.
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Loxpas
Crowje
Adviers
Bosra
Hrmish
Tours
Royal Engineers
Lord Roberts
Amnist
Cronje
Canadians Suffer Toll in Fight at Kooldoosrind
Fifty more Canadians have been wounded in the fighting at Kooldoosrind, raising Canada’s total casualties since the battle began to 109.
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Tawnty
Koodoosrind
Australian Troops Advance as Tasmanians Leave Cape Town Front
Australian forces move toward the front as Tasmanians depart Cape Town, with reports noting preparations and strategic positions. The Mahori King plot referenced in dispatches remains unconfirmed, while troops concentrate near coastal bases awaiting orders.
Maori King Contingent Fire Attempt Aboard Vessel
A report recalls the Maori King voyage with the second Queensland contingent and notes an arrest for trying to set fire to a lamp trimmer. An earlier attempt to destroy the vessel occurred around Brivhone with brief chaos and threats aimed at harm.
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Queensland
Macdagescar
Relief of Kimberley in Australian campaign noted
A military account describes the relief of Kimberley with Colonel Batarsuneal Qhaoenninusl leading the operation. The piece highlights the successful breach of the opposing position and credits Me A. 15 Paterson with disciplined handling. notes the civilian leader in the action.
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Batarsuneal Qhaoenninusl
Kimberley
Paterson
Tayo Kimberley
Opened. A Bark Ar opens new venture in town
A fragmentary notice notes Robintot and Company and Basket Tohannoshnine involved in a new opening or reopening event. The garbled text hints at a business opening or reopens but lacks clear details on date, place, or outcome.
Cape Volunteers Pay Stoppage Sparks Officials Dissatisfaction
Cape Town reports alarm as Commissioner Joe Fabric halts pay for railway volunteers who joined front line service. The action has drawn criticism from Cape Ministry figures led by the Hon. J. W. Sauer, amid discontent over military support roles and compensation.
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Cape Town
Joe Fabric
Cape
J. W. Sauer
Waggons Carry Luxuries and Cemeteries to Ladysmith
Convoys reach Ladysmith with graves and luxuries for the garrison. Necrmaries and supplies indicate ongoing support for the besieged town during wartime.
Closing on Cronje and Wik followers in desperate siege
Reports from Loxvos dated February 27 describe General Cronje’s position worsening as the cordon tightens and artillery fire grows more destructive. The Gordon Highlanders led a bold assault beyond the frontier line, with Shropshire following, while thousands of Boers resist and relief efforts falter amid heavy casualties and ineffective Dutch command.
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Loxvos
Cronje
Gordon Highlanders
Shropshire
Oranje
Withdrawals From Natal Shift Focus Toward Bloemfontein
Estimates indicate about 5000 enemy troops have withdrawn from Natal by Friday as Allied forces converge toward Bloemfontein. Commands move from all directions, concentrating eighty miles from the capital as the British advance risks Bloemfontein’s fall and the government may transfer to Winburg.
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Natal
Bloemfontein
Winburg
Ore Pros
Raiway
Johannesbnegt
Pretoria
Victorian Second Contingent Engaged in Fighting Front
The second Victorian contingent commanded by Colonel Tom Pree has arrived at the front and engaged in action. Another of President Kroger's grand cons has been killed in action.
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Tom Pree
President Kroger
Heavy fighting at Vaal Kop near Sandey
Cablegram reports heavy combat on Sandey last at Vaal Kop with meagre details. Major General Clendents ordered a drive to push back the enemy who were active nearby. OQlowents’ Inniskilling Dragoons and a flying column of Australians supported by heavy lighters. Beith’s troops dislodged the Boers from Vaal Kop, forcing their retirement to Knilfontein.
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Sandey
Vaal Kop
Nananpoort
Clendents
Acich
Oqlowents
Colon Price
Vaent Tingent
Knilfontein
British forces re occupy Barkly East in Aliwal North district
Fragmentary report says Boers in the Aliwal North district, near Lady Grey, possibly surrender as British columns under Colonel Brabant advance from Dordrecht. Barkly East occupation cited with rough date and location, but details are unclear due to damaged text.
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Barkly East
Aliwal North
Lady Grey
Steyn
Boera
Iveality
Wilews
Brabant
Tiowpa
Burl Coupind
Bulls advance clashes at Grobler's Kloof headline clash
Reports describe heavy fighting at Grobler's Kloof with 42 casualties including eight officers killed such as Colonel FH Sitwell and Colonel Thackeray. British assaults by Inniskilling Fusiliers met fierce Boer resistance as both sides showed remarkable courage and resolve.
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Set Battalion
Parham Light Infantry
Tua Thackeray
Senwal In
Haalhorn
Thorodl
Loers
Inniskilling Fusiliers
Empued
Lin Thackery
Busiliers
Bistrary
Casualties at Colenso Report From Tyreeday Battle
Fragmentary text notes Major General Hart and Colonna at Colenso on Tyreeday with casualties and ranks. details unclear due to garbled OCR. Contains references to 118 as a number and renaming or renaming rank, but specifics are unreadable.
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Hart
Bushmen’s Corps Drill Proceeds in Pearu
The Bushmen’s Corps members have undergone mounted drill for the past few days and are progressing well, showing steady endurance and discipline throughout the training period.
Resilience Built Ahead of Departure Amid Turbulent Talks
The group prepares for departure as initial pushback fades. Some who opposed the move earlier are quieting their protests and adjusting to the new plan, signaling a shift in stance as timelines tighten.
Vicloria Nuonuo Undated Naval Entry Delays
Miunodaxe reports delays in acquiring uniforms and equipment for the bustmen. Some woollves found defective. The corps intends to depart March 7 as planned, with owners agreeing to have machinery overhauled. If ready, the voyage should set sail March 10.
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Miunodaxe
Woddles
Obom
British Parliament Debates Western Australia Admission
Mr J F Hogan M P of Tipperary asked the British Parliament about Western Australia joining the Australian Commonwealth. The Colonial Secretary said discussions with Australian delegates would consider making Western Australia an original State, with a governor general as part of dialogue in London.
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Lospex
J. F. Hogan
Tipperary
Meretary
Cowseons
Tiva
Western Australia
Stestoreph Chauberlain
London
West Australia
Navy Budget Debates Spark Goschuen Criticism
In Loxpow on February 26, G A Goschuen addressed Howe of Commons, challenging the government budget for the navy. He argued the proposed sum exceeds combined costs of Misia and Peance, warning that armor, materials, and labor limits prevent faster shipbuilding despite mobilization efforts. The piece notes Britain's fleet strength and a call for prudent spending.
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G. A. Gasebon
Howe of Commons
Misia
Peance
Britain
British Explorers Attacked in Upper Burma Encounter
An 600 Chinese assailed a British expedition between the Irawadi and Salwin rivers. The Britons, aided by 70 Glurkor, repulsed the attack with 56 Chinese killed, including their leader. Six British were wounded.
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Loxnor
Upper Burmah
Irawadi
Salwin
Ada Crossley Accepts Central Festival Appointment
Miss Ada Crossley of Loxpoy on February 26 accepted a central appointment at the Haute Festival, marking a notable local civic engagement.
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Ada Crossley
Loxpoy
Haa
Wafuiat
Haute Faatival
Election notice on electoral rolls and wardens offices
Residents complain about neglect of the electoral department to provide copies of the electoral roll at wardens offices in Malcalin and Megaiew. A copy should be printed for every post office in the electorate so each elector may verify their details.
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Istriots
Malcalin
Megaiew
Phrola
Tio
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Protetion Prom British Sells
Robintot and Company
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Cale
Luxuries
Ladysmith
Colenso
THE
Gordons
Bloemvontein
Kruged's
Aliwal North District
Buller
Groblen
the Bushmen's Corps
Pearu
Brishmen
Vicloria
Goschuen
Livitiah
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