Dunsmuir Named Premier as British Columbia Cabinet Reshapes
In Victoria James Dunsmuir was sworn Premier and Council President with D M Eberts as Attorney General and J W H Turner as Finance Minister. Three other cabinet posts go to the mainland with candidates named as Garden Wells A S Smith and Prentice. The Times expects a strong government and a July 5 House meeting with a working majority.
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Klerksdorp Surrenders After Boer Opposition
London reports from Lord Roberts that Klerksdorp surrendered to a Hunter commanded force on June 9. Cronje, son of the famous general, is captured at St Helena after the town's fall. Roberts notes Keerkarporps strategic railway terminus strengthens British reach toward Johannesburg and the Kroonstadt Vierfontein line.
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Boer forces regroup to attack railway construction train
London reports Lord Roberts despatch noting Boer forces, after retreating from Diamond Hill near Pretoria, have recovered enough to threaten a railway construction train. Major action by Hamilton’s troops, slight casualties, and ongoing operations in the Western Transvaal are also described.
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Le Roi Mining No 2 floated in London Rossland
Le Roi Mining Company No 2 Limited, with a £600000 capital, has been floated on the London market by the B A G. The plan is to acquire and work the Josie Poorman Annie Fraction Rockingham and No 1 mines on Red Mountain covering 72 acres. The No 1 mine shows strong ore and the Josie mine also performs well. George Purgold reports full stock allotment with £5 shares at a 10 shilling premium.
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American Painters Win Gold Medals at Paris Exposition
In Paris on June 15 1900 American painters won seven gold medals at the Paris Exposition ahead of all nations except France. Five of the winning paintings were created by artists living in the United States. in 1889 most medalists resided in Paris.
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Borden House Deliberates Charges Against Minister of Militia
Ottawa reports the Canadian House debates emergency rations for soldiers in South Africa and the recall demand for Minister of Militia Dr. Borden. Premier Laurier defends the government while opposing preemptive verdicts and endorses a full investigation with eighteen charges intact.
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Montreal World News Highlights and Local Disasters
Montreal and Toronto stock slumps hit Virtus mining as promoter reports misrepresented riches. Avila Bourassa found guilty of murder and to be hanged on August 24 after mercy recommendation. A five year old boy killed by a Britannia car near Hintonburg, and Ottawa eyes July 12 celebration with 10000 horses ordered for imperial army.
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Veiled warfare in China as Pekin holds against foreign troops
Shanghai bureau reports a tense China crisis with 100,000 imperial troops guarding Pekin walls and legations effectively prisoner. Ministers unable to contact relief forces as foreign plans and Russian stance add to the volatile standoff.
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American Jockeys Dominate Ascot Week With 17 Wins
London reports 17 victories from 28 races at Ascot Week including the Royal Hunt Cup and Ascot Gold Cup. American jockeys Reilly Sloan Martin and Higby surge in prominence as 13 year old Johnny Reiff garners wide interest with $25,000 yearly earnings and offers from English owners. He plans winter schooling in France with his brother.
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Winnipeg Crew Named for Nelson Water Festival
Winnipeg, June 15. The Winnipeg Crew for the Nelson water festival features F Hy Bole Bow E W Hamber No 2 HL 8 Slaves No 4 CU 8 Riley stroke. The young crew is regarded as among the river’s fastest.
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Nelson Carnival committee eyes record procession and floats
The Dominion Day Carnival committee reports widespread support from wholesale houses retailers and labor groups for floats and a grand procession. Dr LaBou to lead the children's float while hose reel teams compete under set rules with time keepers and hydrant events specified by the Nelson Fire Department.
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