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Newspaper
Menzies Miner
Location
Menzies, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 12, 1900
Page
7
Liownow reports Colonel Plinerime using pigeon post to reach General Ayytér for relief aid. Colonel Baden-Powell sent a Mafeking dispatch on April 28 noting quiet since the 26th after a detachment failed to attack. some signs suggest enemy artillery withdrawal.
A gunner who deserted from General Buller’s Natal camp joined the enemy liner and was expelled by the Boers. Ou Laing, captured and brought into the British camp, was sentenced to the shot for desertion but General Buller commuted the sentence to imprisonment for life.
An Australian unit from Capetown in May reports 50 invalided cavalry scouts moving toward Von Reenen's Pass. They claim progress clearing the country of enemy forces between the Pass and Acton Howes.
A colonial officer in the imperial service named Hiesieene May applies to be appointed a Missionness ner of the Fren State following Lord Roberts' request. Major-General Brabent has no joined forum with Sir Henry Randle.
New York May 1 Municipal Council passes resolution to welcome Mr Bischar Boer delegation amid debate on public sympathy. Council argues against official expression of sympathy citing Anglo American ties and past cooperation with Britain during the Spanish American war.
In a War Office despatch Lord Roberts lauds Colonel Kelewich for his judgment and resolve during the Kimberley siege. He notes Cecil Rhodes aided the defenses materially and explains artillery shortages forced reliance on improvised operations, impacting Lord Methuen's ability to deploy.
In Lospex on May 1 the cablegram states British burial details after the engagement at Rovidant. Eight British lovers killed and 83 injured are noted among the casualties.
A fund in Cape Colony aims to provide comforts for Boer prisoners with Dutch sympathy backing. A subscription near £9000 has been raised by colonial supporters and Helena is to receive no further prisoners.
Lord Roberts reports the line from Brandfort to Somldeul severely damaged with the Vet River bridge irreparably broken, delaying supply transport. A West Australian scout discovered concealed explosives near the Braldee Tine.
Sydney reports Lieutenant Wowling survived a morning event and received a jubilant reception from onlookers and colleagues.
May 9 report from Buiawan describes a stampede at Lyttleton where about three hundred horses belonging to the Bowmen's Contingent broke away. Several riders were thrown and injured while one hundred tons of horses were captured. the rest scattered into the bush.
M Whittington and T Mord two New South Wales anchors escaped Pretoria using a map and compass. They traveled only by night to avoid Boer patrols and slept in wet clothes during cold nights. They reached Dulagon Bay near Water Walonder hiding among wool bales on a goods train. a Kaffir railway official searched but did not find them.
Major-General Hutton and Broadwood reconnoitred the Zand River area and found the Boers strongly posted with the enemy massing along the river in considerable force.
A railway bridge is being built over the Vet River near Welgele Gen as forces move. A practicable ford has allowed a weekly convoy to cross, signaling improved river mobility for relief and supply operations.
Three West Australian troops were fired on and wounded as they approached a farmhouse where Boers were flying the white flag. The incident occurred during a tentative truce attempt. Paraphrase: The white flag did not prevent gunfire on advancing soldiers.
The Volksraad opening honors four front line members with wreaths and lauds loyal cooperation with Britain. President Kenger pledges pacific intent and resilience of the Afrikander nation. He notes wartime finances remain sound and the republic will persevere even if exiled to St Helena.
British prisoners at Waterval are reported to suffer from defective sanitary arrangements insufficient medical attendance food and shelter. Half the prisoners are said to be in ailing condition with poor living conditions described by observers.
General Buller rapidly completes the transport of supplies northwards as the movement intensifies in the field.
The Maori King travels aboard a transport ship reaching Beira with Imperial troops and allied forces including the Keraigee Bushmen. The arrival signals continued cooperation and staging in the region.
Private Ganyerd was slightly wounded at Brandfort and Private G Briatan was dangerously injured by a fall from his horse at Brandfort. The man belonged to the Victorian Mounted Troops.
Local dispatch reports Lieutenant Murchison, once court martialled and sentenced, had his punishment commuted by Colonel Baden-Powell. The decision, tied to a broader inquiry, moves him from naval confinement toward a lighter penal term.
Sir Archibald Mafeking dem reports Paget Lif in Vryburg as Geel Hunter's objective according to Boern sources.
Fragmentary text shows General Hamilton advancing ten miles north of Winburg amid a wartime mystery. The note hints at General Franch’s possible involvement and discusses conjecture surrounding his apparent disappearance.
A notable alert from Lonvos dated March 9 reports a plague outbreak in Alexandria with claims the illness has broken out anew in the city. Authorities urge vigilance and possible measures as the situation develops.
The fragment cites contest rules involving WOLTE'S OUNA PPS with a 90 cl measure. It notes outcome or authority but details are unclear in the OCR. No clear persons or organizations beyond the brand appear.
The Constitutional Club hosted the Fateral delegates at dinner. Mr Deskin and Mr Kingston spoke about the Commonwealth Bill noting broad public support. Mr William Eiligon Macartney, Secretary to the Admiralty, proposed a toast for the Government.
The Queensland delegates published a Times supplement criticizing appeals to the Privy Council as they debate constitutional amendments. Mr Dickson argues the amendment favored by the Hibiscus Courier reflects mature voter sentiment, while Mr Barton counters and says the bill’s fate hinges on broader public opinion.
The text describes stubborn positions by Mr Charabrerain and opposition from Colonial delegates to amendments. It notes the Colonial Secretary signaling intent to amend and a protest against the stance. It mentions Mr Dickson's views and hints the bill will be introduced by Mr Shawberlam on Monday.
An opaque OCR fragment mentions names and places such as Liverpool and May but lacks coherent facts or events to form a clear news item. The readable bits do not provide a definite action, date, or outcome to summarize reliably.
A fatal accident occurred when earth collapsed during work on a site at the Lady Charlotte Mindr theater. Thomas Uleman was crushed as tons of debris fell, authorities report a workplace incident during repairs.
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