Five Companies Gone Near Army HQ as War Shapes End Date
Pretoria reports Col. Plumer’s column moving toward the front while a body of 500 British troops is said to have been captured within 35 miles of the army’s base. London notes confusion over the disaster at Reddersburg and questions the war’s timeline as public alarm grows. Reports claim captives and foreign prisoners, remounts from South America, and disputed exchanges, with ministers signaling no prisoner swap.
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London
Beddershburg
Lord Roberts
Pretoria
Bloemfontein
Springfontein
Reddershburz
Tormer
Clements
Hoth Ladybrand
Thaha N’chu
Cashel
Steyn
Free
Ramathklenoa
House of Commons
Methuen Hands Boers a Defeat Near Mafeking
Lord Methuen's relief force concentrated at Boshof while Boers mass on the Vaal River. Methuen attacked nine miles southeast, surrounding 70 Boers on a kopje and capturing 64 prisoners 60 horses and baggage. Gen De Villebois involved.
Never Do Things by Halves
An ad explains health as half sick or half well and promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla to make blood rich. It claims benefits including relief of fatigue and headaches with a testimonial from Mrs. A. J. Sprague of Fall River Massachusetts about her husband's recovery and her daughter’s headaches.
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Hood
A. J. Sprague
Oak St
Fall River, Mass
Hoodsaresaparill Hood's Pillzcare Overitis
The fragment references Hood Sarsaparill and Hood's Marsaparilime as a non irritant laxative product. It presents a claim of being the only cathartic to take with the remedy, implying a health product endorsement without clear context or verification.
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Hood
Boer War Casualty and Paris Mourning Touch Europe
A Boer killed a British officer after seizing a white Hag, then was shot. Gen DeVillebois Mareuil’s death caused a painful response in Paris as news circulated through the chamber and senate. Dublin papers report Lord Roberts’s dispatch sparking consternation and stirring irritation over the Pretoria march delay.
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Paris
DeVillebois Mareuil
Chamber of Deputies
Senate
Dublin
Lord Roberts
Beddersburg
Pretoria
Beers seek Bloemfontein retake as Boer movement shifts
Moemfontein April 6 The Beers appear to press their pledge to retake Bloemfontein. A sizable force moves south through Thaba N'Cha. Gen. Ticker's isolation at Karee seems overstated, as open ground north of Bloemfontein offers limited Boer tactics. They may trap him to draw focus from other operations. Remounts are eagerly awaited.
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Moemfontein
Bloemfontein
Thaba N’cha
Ticker
Karee
Capture of Five Companies Near Reddersburg Reported
Lord Roberts reports another instance of infantry losses near Reddersburg east of Bethany. Three Royal Irish Fusiliers and two Ninth Regiment mounted infantry were overwhelmed by a larger force with guns, surrendered after noon on April 3, detachment missing, believed taken prisoner.
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Lord Roberts
London
Lioemfontein
Royal Irish Fusileers
Ninth Regiment of Mounted Infantry
Reddershburg
Bethany
Springfontein
Reddersfire
British Scouts Report No Force Seen Beyond Bosxianm Kop
In Bloemfontein April report a patrol states no force from T0000 to PS.60m Poors has been observed beyond Bosxianm's kop moving from Thata Nhu southward. The enemy and their threats aim to push residents to field again, with farmers fearing the Transvaalers more than the British.
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Bloemfontein
Bosxianm
Kop
Thata Nhu
Groves and Joint Council Move to Address Industrial War
In Chicago on April 7 the building trades council takes the first step toward warding off industrial conflict. A unanimous vote directs the inauguration of committees to oversee the enforcing actions and coordinate with the council as they prepare to aid in resolving the ongoing disputes.
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Chicago
Building Trades Council
Teak
Chicaza
Farrington Endorses Toney Cure for Kidney Ailments
AB Farrington testifies that oars with kidney disease and back pains benefited from Toney Cure. She recommends it to friends and reports perfect satisfaction from one bottle, as pharmacists suggest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AB Farrington
Cetia
Kentucky Court of Appeals Rules for Beckham in Gubernatorial Case
The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirms Judge Field and sides with Beckham in the gubernatorial contest. The court says the state canvassing board cannot review returns and that only the general assembly can determine a contested election. Gov. Taylor plans to appeal to the U S Supreme Court with counsel Bradley Yost. Breckinridge and Republican leaders meet with Taylor.
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Frankfort
Court of Appeals
Beckham
DuKelie
Burnain
Guffy
Hobson
Field
Louisville
State Canvassing Board
General Assembly
State Board
State Board of Canvassery
Dot
Assembly
Barnum and
Bute
Oder
General Assembly In A Contested Section For the Offices of Governor and Defenanl
W. OO. Bradley
Gov. Taylor
Taylor
Marshall
Supreme Court of the United States
Bradley
W. I. Yost
Nile
W. C. P. Breckinridge
Royal Baking Powder Company Profile
Royal Baking Powder Company based at 100 William Street New York operates as a major food additive producer and distributor. The entry notes its address and corporate identity without listing current products or activities.
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Royal Baking Powder CO
William ST
New York
Hawaii Territorial Government Passes in House
After four days of debate the House approved the substitute for the Senate bill creating a territorial government for Hawaii. The bill goes to conference. Amended provisions considered included a resident commissioner versus a delegate and a clause denying a pledge of statehood. Porto Rican tariff bill to be called next Wednesday.
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Washington
House
Senate
Hawaii
Hill
Conn
Congress
Deboe
Ken
J. C. S&s. Blackburn
Committee On
Sullivan
Miss
M. S. Quay
Payne
New York
Left to Otis Home Coming of Philippine Commander
Washington April 7 authoritative quarters say no order yet for Maj. Gen. Otis to relinquish command in the Philippines and return to the United States. Discretion rests with him to determine when to leave and take leave promised by the War Department. He will turn over command to Gen. MacArthur upon departure. In a separate note, an explosion wrecked the HamU fertilizing works. Fred Hamm and Charles Miller were injured fatally.
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Washington
Otis
Philipines
United States
War Department
Philippines
Gen. MacArthur
Washington, D. H
Hamu
Fred Hamm
Charles Miller
British Steamer Mexican Sunk Near Cape Town
Cape Town reports the British steamer Mexican of the Union line, leaving April 4, sunk in a collision with the Winkfield of 2,652 tons, which sailed from London March 1. The disaster occurred 50 miles from Cape Town. passengers and most mails were saved.
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Cape Town
Union Line
Winkfield
London
Strike Ties Up 170 Miles of Chicago Electric Lines
A 100 power house workers strike in Chicago yesterday shut about 170 miles of electric lines for two hours at the height of rush, crippling service for the remainder of the night.
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Chicago
Chicago Street Railways
Conference Ends in Deadlock in Black Coal District
Brazilian officials report a split between operators and miners after a joint meeting failed to reach agreement. The adjournment suggests a prolonged work stoppage feared to curb coal supply as Brazil’s Republic Tron and Steel plant shuts down for fuel shortage.
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Brazil
Ind
Republic
Tron and Steel Company
Second Trial Set in Dunkirk Murder Case
Portland Ind April 7 The second trial of Mary O'Donnell for the murder of Frank Whetsell at Dunkirk in March 1899 has been set for trial Tuesday. At the first trial the jury found involuntary manslaughter.
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Portland
Ind
Mary O’donnell
Frank Whetsell
Dunkirk
Faithful to Death: Switchman Gives Orders at Death
Evansville Indiana April 7 Ernest Linxweiler a switchman in the Louisville and Nashville yards was dragged to his death. While dying he asked to be propped up to give orders about making up the train. His last words were Iilas 57 left yet boys.
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Evansville
Ind
Ernest Linxweiler
Louisville
Nashville
Llas
Linton set to vote on incorporation April 17
A complete census shows Linton Indiana population 3169. Town council sets April 17 as the date to vote on incorporation.
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Linton
Ind
The Interrupted Wedding
Elmer Myers an 18 year old farmer was found dead near Crawfordsville Indiana yesterday on the highway close to the home of his fiancee Miss Alice Hendricks He had planned to wed next Sunday The female says they had no quarrel and she cannot explain the death by his own action Myers killed himself with carbolic acid
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Crawfordsville
Ind
Elmer Myers
Alice Hendricks
Myers
Valparaiso Completes New Waterworks System
Valparaiso Indiana reports completion of a $98,000 waterworks project. Machinery is installed and water is now pumped from the Little Kankakee river to the city. The system is fully operational as of April 7.
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Valparaiso
Ind
Kankakee
Grand jury probes Wood undertaking dynamiting in Farmersburg
Sullivan Ind April 7 The grand jury is investigating the dynamiting at the Wood undertaking establishment in Farmersburg that occurred some time ago. It is alleged that well known people are implicated and indictments will be returned.
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Sullivan
Ind
Wood Undertaking
Farmersburg
Mrs Morton Attempts Suicide at Sycamore Farm Home
Mrs William Morton, wife of a well known Howard county farmer, attempted suicide at her Sycamore home by cutting her throat and severing wrist arteries with a razor. She is not expected to recover.
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Sycamore
Ind
William Morton
Howard County
Here
Reports on Indiana coal famine during mine suspensions
Terre Haute Indiana April 7 reports note coal shortages as mining in the state remains suspended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Ind
Chamberlain's Regime Menacing Across Europe War Talk
Berlin reports The Nation views Mr Chamberlain's policy as a danger to small and large states in Europe. It warns that Britain’s approach could incite disquiet and drive up armaments as nations fear dominance. Also notes Banner Salve advert for cats wounds and sores.
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Chamberlain
Berlin
South Africa
Mr. Chamberlain
Europe
Portugal
Great Britain
Toll Gate Destruction Prompts $1200 Reward in Logansport
In Logansport Indiana on April 7 partial destruction of two bridges and tollhouses on the Burlington pike triggers a $1200 reward for those responsible. The road is nearly impassable, repairs will start immediately, and toll collectors are warned they may be rough handled if they attempt collection amid further violence.
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Logansport
Burlington Pike
Ind
Ex-Postmaster George W. McKinsey Dies During Speech
Kokomo Indiana April 7 George W McKinsey former postmaster collapsed during a Republican ward speech and died of heart failure. He served in the Civil War with the 89th Indiana and the 9th Indiana battery.
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Kokomo
Ind
George W. McKinsey
89Th Indiana
9Th Indiana Battery
Huntington to Build Schaff Piano Plant in City
Huntington Indiana on April 7 reports the deal to bring the Schaff Piano company to town is completed. A building committee is appointed to oversee a $12,000 construction project including a site to be presented to the firm.
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Huntington
Ind
Schaff Piano Company of
Chicago
Widow of General Burnham Benefits from Miracle Cure
Mrs. H. Lincoln reports the widow of General Burnham of Machinas Maine could not live till morning due to pneumonia. She credits Dr. Keno's New Discovery with saving her, saying after three doses the patient slept and fully recovered. The remedy claims to cure throat chest and lung diseases, offered at 50c and 100 with trial bottles free at C D Knoefel's drug store.
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Burnham
Machinas
C. D. Knoefel
Ben-Hur supreme tribe gathering to be hosted in Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville Ind April 7 extensive preparations are under way for the biennial meeting of the supreme tribe of Ben-Hur next week. About two hundred representatives from 18 states will attend along with many visitors.
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Crawfordsville
Ind
Supreme Tribe of Ben-Hur
Paradoxical Nauut Relates to Upward Turn and Foley Claim
An odd remark from a paradoxical wronaut accompanies a narrative about health claims. A Morgantown Indiana resident suffered repeated night pain and kidney discomfort before reportedly being cured by Foley's Kidney Ours. The Maine Socialist party nominates Governor and electors across two districts while coughs and grippe are discussed alongside Fairy's Honey and Tar as protection.
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A. R. Bass
Morgantown
Ind
Foley
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