Peace in South Africa Ends War and Sets Terms
The government reports terms of surrender for Cape and Natal rebels after war with Britain. Boers must surrender military power, face treason trials, and may avoid death penalty. civilians sign guilt documents and lose certain voting rights. Discussions emphasize lenient amnesty and future self government under British oversight.
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Boers Celebrate Peace News on Bermuda Islands
June 2 The news of peace reached Boers confined on Hawkins Island and Tucker's Island in Bermuda. Prisoners shouted sang hugged English soldiers and rejoiced with Volkslieds and hymns until late. Regimental bands played Auld Lang Syne Old Hundred and God Save the King as dawn approached.
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Peace News at Blenheim Delivers Dispatch by Phonograph
London reports the news of peace reaching Blenheim Palace as a giant phonograph atop the church tower broadcasts dispatches word for word. Rev. Aylmer Scott operated the device while villagers join in singing the national anthem beneath the half mile reception radius.
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Boer Leaders Plan Mobilization Near Pretoria
Pretoria June 2 A number of Boer leaders left the city to bring in the commandoes. It is expected operations will occupy about a fortnight.
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Pretoria
Kruger Rejects Visitors After South Africa Peace
Amsterdam report says Mr. Kruger has declined to receive visitors or comment on the South Africa peace. Other Boer delegates express disappointment and are unwilling to discuss the outcome.
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South Africa
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Peace announced in St George's Cathedral Cape Town
The public proclamation of peace was made at St George's Cathedral Cape Town this morning. The town is decorated with Union Jacks in relief and June 15 has been named a day of thanksgiving in the churches.
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Cape Town
St. George’s
Australia responds with quiet relief after surrender terms
Melbourne reports Australia thankful yet sedate on news of South Africa surrender terms. Flags raised and bells rung in general rejoicing, but no boisterous demonstrations observed.
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Victoria
South Africa
Australia
Hong Kong Reacts to South Africa Peace News
The harbor ships in Hong Kong dressed with flags and forts and warships fired royal salutes after cable reports that peace terms had been signed in South Africa on June 2.
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South Africa
Peace celebration in Gibraltar ranks with bonfires and salutes
Gibraltar June 2 British garrison celebrated news of peace in South Africa with bonfires and salutes while harbor shipping was decorated.
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Gibraltar
South Africa
Bands Play at Malta as Peace Proclaimed
The official dispatch announcing the end of South African peace was read at the Governor's residence in Valetta. British bluejackets and garrison soldiers gathered with English women and city residents as the square and palace roof filled. The bands played the national anthem and crowds joined in. Salutes from the batteries marked the moment.
Jamaica Celebrates South African Peace With Joyful Kingston Rejoicings
Kingston Jamaica reports great rejoicings at the conclusion of peace in South Africa. Governor Sir Augustus Hemming sent a cable to Colonial Secretary Joseph Chamberlain offering hearty congratulations on behalf of Jamaica.
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Bermuda Celebrates Peace News at Colonial Parliament
In Hamilton Bermuda on June 2 the Governor Sir H L G Geary announced peace to the Colonial Parliament and the town gleefully cheered. Boer prisoners nearing allegiance to Britain welcomed the news though hardliners offered no remark.
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Great Britain
European capitals react to end of war in South Africa
The Hague and Berlin report mixed feelings as peace ends the war. Delegates in Europe were cut off from negotiations, while German business circles welcome renewed confidence. Brussels papers foresee Britain acting magnanimously and aligning former foes as allies.
King Edward Escapes Major Collision in London
King Edward narrowly avoided a serious accident while traveling to St James's Palace when a cab collided with his carriage. The cab horse fell and struggled beneath the royal carriage, but the King remained calm on the pavement until police and officials settled the scene. Later, the royal party attended Wagner's Valkyrie at Covent Garden, receiving an ovation as the orchestra played God Save the King.
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Windsor
Berlin
Paris
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Piccadilly
Strand
Whitechapel
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Ladysmith
Pall Mall
Piceauilly
Regent St
House of Commons
South Africa
Joyous London Celebrates Peace With South Africa
London crowds fill streets from Whitechapel to Buckingham Palace in joyous celebration after peace with honor ends the South African war. King Edward’s message steadies mood while crowds cheer, sing God Save the King, and flood central avenues with flags.
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United Kingdom
South Africa
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Mansion House
Royal Exchange
Trafalgar Square
French Sympathy for Krueger and Move to Europe
Paris reports the Municipal Council adopted an address of sympathy with Mr Kruger whose people fought for right against might. General Louis Botha telegraphed to his wife at Brussels that he had plans to start for Europe at once.
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Brotha
Europe
Paris
Kriger
Louis Botha
Brussels
Boer Agent Learns In Paris Of The Peace Conclusion
In Paris Dr. Leyds, Transvaal agent, heard peace in South Africa but doubted it until official confirmation. He then left for Utrecht, stating pleasant surprise yet ignorance of surrender terms, though hopeful for Boer interests.
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Transvaal
South Africa
Foreign Office
Leyds
Utrecht
Holland
Roberts praises Kitchener at Althorp luncheon
London June 2 Field Marshal Earl Roberts paid a graceful tribute to Lord Kitchener at a military luncheon today. He said the country should be grateful to Kitchener and to the army for achievements. Roberts noted that when Kitchener took command the state was critical and he accomplished what no other man could have done.
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Field Marshal
Earl Roberts
Althorp
Lord Kitchener
Pope Hopes For World Peace After South Africa Peace
Rome June 2 The Pope welcomed word that peace has been achieved in South Africa and expressed joy. He said he hopes to live to see world peace and to close his eyes in such peace for all mankind.
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Rome
South Africa
South African securities rise then fall on London exchange
London markets opened with active higher trading in South African securities but heavy realizations throughout the day pushed prices below Saturday's level. In Berlin the peace conclusion in South Africa spurred a general rise on the Boerse today.
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South Africa
EXPORT TRADE TO DOUBLE AFTER SOUTH AFRICA WAR ENDS
Traders and steamship agents state that wartime disruption will ease and trade will surge. They expect Great Britain to rely on American food, with grain hay and munitions shifting to lumber farming machinery and mining gear for reconstruction. Officials foresee double outbound traffic once railways reopen and new mining demand emerges.
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South Africa
Great Britain
England
Barber & Co
Cape Boers Seek Settlement in United States Says Former Commandant
W D Snyman a Cape Colony Boer commander staying in New York says peace terms may push some colonials to seek homes in the United States He notes British policy toward the Transvaal and suggests states like New Mexico Arizona Colorado as potential settle locations He and his son who fought in the war are in America with plans to aid Boer settlement Roaming opinion from Snyman and his son includes admission to Columbia University for the elder’s son.
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United States
W. D. Snyman
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Balfour
Great Britain
Transvaal
Roosevelt
Portugal
South Africa
Settl
New Mexico
Arizona
Colorado
Saw Queen Victoria Crowned and Aged Woman’s Journey
Baltimore on June 2 Mrs Sarah B Hent an elderly Baltimore woman aged 82 who was 18 at Queen Victoria’s coronation will travel to London to witness King Edward VII crownings. She is guest of George Peabody noted philanthropist and will be attended by Robert Harriven during the visit.
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Sarah B. Hent
Queen Victoria
London
George, Peabody
Edward
Hunt
Robert B. Harriven
Coronmction Mangers
Wall Street Unmoved by End of South African Hostilities
The end of hostilities in South Africa did not lift stock markets in New York or London. A heavy London decline and dull U.S. trading followed the announcement. Analysts expect gas mining resumption in South Africa to boost international trade and offset losses from war supply exports with higher demand for U.S. agricultural implements and mining equipment.
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South Africa
Wall Street
London
United States
Pierce on Boer peace terms and future in South Africa
Charles D. Pierce, active representative of the Orange Free State in this city, praised the peace agreement yesterday. He noted Boers gained many terms except independence and predicted they would rule South Africa while Americans return to farming. Pierce expected his office to lose power though he has business to attend to.
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Lord Salisbury
South Africa
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Washington
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British steamer sails with 1215 horses for Cape Town
The British steamship Lake Michigan cleared New Orleans for Cape Town with 1215 horses for the British government. American readers can buy The New York Tribune at European hotel book stalls and Readin Room tables, with broader availability at railway stations. London reports Cunard Line circulars to shareholders noting ongoing negotiations affecting the company’s future, details pending government submission.
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