Transvaal War Update Read in Lords
Official statement from Pretoria reports garrison still surrounded in the Natal Campaign amid ongoing Transvaal War coverage read aloud in the House of Lords.
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Menzies Miner
Location
Menzies, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 26, 1900
Page
10
British Advance at Laing's Nek Amid Flag Controversy
A May report from Loxnox describes Boer forces firing on approaching British troops under a flag of truce at a farm house. One officer killed and another severely wounded. sixteen Boers allegedly concealed in the house captured three men. The farm tenant claims threats forced silence to protect troops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loxnox
Boer Motto Echoed in New York Reception
Poorly legible account notes a Boer slogan “Try, Try Again” referenced amid a reception in New York. The fragment references Boer resolve and potential future actions, but specifics are unclear due to damaged text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
My Worsele
Ong
Sient
New York
Natal Campaign Sees Boers Retreat From Dundes and Glencor
On Monday night last, a thousand Boers led a retreat from Dundes, taking eighteen guns with them. Early Tuesday they abandoned Glencoe and moved toward Dannubawaer with eleven guns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dundes
Glencor
Danubawaer
Guna
Mafeking Food Supply Situation Reported Still Ample
A Mafeking dispatch notes the food supply is not yet exhausted. The garrison reports observing horse sausages, Iocasta roast fly bide and brawa in possession, reflecting unusual dates and foods cited in the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mafeking
Relief of Mafeking Report Says Boers Beaten Back
An unofficial report from Delagon Tepari claims Mafeking was relieved as Portuguese officials report no official communication. It states that on Sunday the Boers launched a vigorous attack on the garrison, but were repelled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delagon Tepari
Uncertain Boer Attack Report From Mafeking Area
Fragmentary dispatches describe Krani Pen area and Mafeking, with Portuguese officials quoting a failed Boer attempt to shell the town. The Express correspondent reports Sir Archibald Buttler with British forces retreating northeast toward Shiistiann after engagements near Wegdran and Vaal River crossings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Express
Archibald Bouter
Baeton
Christiana
Steyn Surrenders Talk Amid Kroonstad Flight Report
The Daily Telegraph cites a special correspondent saying Lord Roberts nears Kroonstad as a remnant of the Voortrekkers debate surrender to British terms. Provident Steyn reportedly sought peace talks to prevent further conflict while Breyn Hed holds Vree State town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Telegraph
Lord Roberts
Surrenderers at Kroonstad Reported in Free State Action
Surrenderers at Kroonstad and nearby towns are reported as Deitish forces pass through. Athonvand and Free Staters reportedly witrendered and Lavine takes a pledge of neutrality, with forces moving toward farms. Lord Roberts' advance is also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kroonstad
Athonvand
Lavine
Squadron surprised by Boers near Zand River clash
A British squadron of cavalry and infantry was surprised by Boers three miles north of the Zand River while advancing with General Brench. Forty British horses were killed, many were stampeded, and several were captured or wounded. Australian Mounted Infantry later noted more captures including Private McDonald and Harnett, Sergeant Doyle, and Corporal Chant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Striet
Lntd
Roberts
Rcera
Brench
Spelit
Zand
T. C. Porter
6Th Dragoon Guards
Drakoins
South Greys
Carabiniers
Che Boéra
Viambere
Briviah
Theon
Cablegrams West Australia Severely Wounded A MacFarlane
Fragmented cablegram from West Australia notes wounded officer A MacFarlane and vague claims of Boer overwhelm. Report mentions British casualties and captures with garbled phrasing and missing context.
Australian Troopers Suffer Fatalities In South Africa
Trooper Conroy of the Queensland Mounted Forces lies dangerously ill at Capetown after battle action. Victorian trooper Gr. Urite tow died at Brandfort from enteric fever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conroy
Queensland Mounted Forces
Capetown
Gr. Urite
Brandfort
Boer Velega Warns Americans No Help Coming
A fragmentary warning in American papers signals that Transvaal delegates will receive no assistance from the United States. The message, attributed to Mr Fischer, urges prudence and dismisses any expectation of American intervention in the Transvaal affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transvaal
America
Fischer
Frasbly
Transvaal Ivsemto Hut Effet
Fallowing Casualties Reported Among NSW Troops
Private W. G. Taylor was severely wounded at Rostwen Drift on May 5. Private G. I. Tonkin suffered a severe injury at Zand on May 7 as part of New South Wales forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
W. G. Taylor
Rostwen Drift
G.I. Tonkin
Zand
Occupation report from Lady Brand by Sir Henry Rundle
May 17 dispatch from Lowpos says Sir Henry Rundle reports Lady Brand occupied on Tuesday with about 600 Boers at Clucolan, described as surrendering. Rundle advances 2 miles north, noting the enemy action.
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Lowpos
Sir Henry Rundle
Ladybrand
Clucolan
Binen Tnt
Ady Brand
Henry Rundle Baw
Desperate Fight at Mafl King Reported
A report from Delage Bay states Colonel Baden-Powell engaged General Eloff and about 90 prisoners were taken on Saturday. The capture followed a desperate battle where the enemy was repulsed with heavy fighting and severe losses reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delage Bay
Baden-Powell
Eloff
Itad
Baden Powell's Role in Mafeking Defense Revealed
New details describe Colonel Baden-Powell's planning during the Mafeking siege. He reportedly anticipated Boer moves and drew the enemy into prepared lines before opening heavy fire. General Eloas allowed entry before the volley, and Boer attackers suffered heavy casualties in the counterfire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mafeking
Satie
Uide
Ttin
Paden- Powell
Eloas
Mafeking Excitement in London House of Lords
In London last night the House of Lords heard a cablegram from Mafeking. The Earl of Halbury and the Lord Chavelles relayed news of the beleaguered town's status amid growing public excitement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Lords
Halbury
Mafeking
Enthusiastic reception as news of relief arrives
Reported excitement surrounds the mansion as crowds gather hoping for further news after initial signals of relief. Authorities and observers gauge the situation amid lingering anticipation and uncertainty about the outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seage
Horne
Unclear reports on Mapering situation spread
Contradictory notices circulate about a siege at Mapering with unconfirmed claims of mobilization. One version says a local procession occurred and a resisting group advances, while others allege a picket from the Light Here and Tinperial Volunteers is manning the area.
Unclear British Commander Kitchener in Mafeking Relief
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Lord Kitchener and his presumed involvement in Cape Colony actions. Mentions his unknown whereabouts and a relief column reported advancing toward Mafeking amid rebellion suppression. No clear dates or verifiable details.
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Loynoy
Lord Kitchener
Howne
Cape Colony
Thia
Siege of Mafeking: Pretoria Claims Still Under War
In a Pretoria official statement the town of Mafeking is described as still surrounded and under siege. The report notes ambiguity about relief and hints at possible delaying tactics by Pretoria authorities while implying eventual Boer victory remains uncertain.
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Pretoria
Invasion of the Transvaal Causes British Interest
Fragmentary report describes Christina occupied by General Waotvr and General Barton defending the town. It mentions Boer aims, a possible British threat to Klerkedorp, and a railway link to Pratori, with doubts about British occupancy affecting the Boer cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sinca
Christina
Waotvr
Barton
Christi
Lord Roberts
Klerkedorp
Klerkadorp
Prevnia
North of Kroonstat Enemy Strength Report
North of Kroonstat General Branch continues advance despite opposition. Enemy forces reportedly held steady along the line as maneuvering troops moved through the region. Reports indicate periodic artillery activity and supply movements sustaining the front.
Methuen's Movements Reported Along Road to Hoopted
Fragmentary report indicates forces under Sir Redvers Methuen are on the march toward Mafeking area and near Hoopted within the Orange Free State, as authorities note advancing troop positions and supply lines amid the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mafeking
Aubgega
Saineedd
Hoopted
Also Mentioned on This Page
Natal
Laing
Nek
Farm Tenants
Krani Pen
Honter
Relly Loluyn
Steyn
Kroonads
Lord RO
Berts
West Australia
A. MacFarlane
Condeal
THE
Boer Velega
Bran
News OF
London
Kitchener
Invaston
Kroonstat
Strenth
Isingtee
Niles
Methuen
Ooprtod
Marth Teansred
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