Boer War Reflections and Political Shifts
A June 1 1900 article surveys British actions in South Africa, noting Lord Roberts as the lone military success and criticizing Buller and other generals. It discusses U S and British politics, Senatorial election reform, and Russian aims in China amid global tensions.
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Lord Roberts
Baden- Powell
Gen. White
Ladysmith
Mafeking
Buller
Cape Town
Methuen
Modder
Europe
Roberts
Natal
End of the South African War Sparks British Supremacy
The article argues the Boer resistance is collapsing as Pretoria nears British control. It predicts the new government will be British-led with guaranteed burgher liberty but strict checks on armament and independence. It also notes political maneuvering between Croker Hill and Bryan in New York shaping national Democratic strategy.
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Kruger
John B. Hazel
United States District Court
New York
Hazel
Platt
Russia
China
England
South Africa
Persia
Corea
Senate Committee
House
Pretoria
Lord Salisbury
Croker
Hill
Bryan
Hills
New York City
Bryanward
Europe
Bryans
Bryan Ward
Kansas City
Wolfert
Downing Hill
Between the Devil and the Deep Sea in Reform Debates
The piece contrasts Britain’s troop deployment in South Africa with broader aims to mobilize national strength. It then analyzes Democratic choices on a Trust and Interstate Commerce bill, noting constitutional tensions and party positioning as they weigh supporting or opposing measures without fully backing either side.
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House of Representatives
Congress
Homesickness Among American Troops in the Philippines
Mrs. Gen. Lawton recalls the hospital and medical branch’s efforts to care for wounded soldiers in the Philippines while noting homesickness dominates as long mail times and great distances prevent comfort. She stresses the ache of separation despite care in Manila and elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawton
Phillippines
Manila
Lawtee Godiaeed
Homesickness and War Wounds in a Soldier's Letter
A fragmentary letter recalls homesickness from Lawton era service. The writer describes longing for home country and the emotional toll of wounds, noting the heart’s ache exceeds physical pain and the value of a visitor’s care during recovery.
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Roese
Fins Lawton
Ice Trust Case Hearing Delayed. Mayor Van Wyck Keyed In
In New York on May 31 the American Ice company case hearing was adjourned to tomorrow afternoon due to concurrent sessions in Brooklyn before Judge Gaynor. Charles J. Patterson urged dismissal of the order, claiming the mayor’s testimony about innocence or guilt is unconstitutional and that federal judges cannot take testimony for redress only. Gaynor ordered briefs by noon and set Saturday next week for continuation if petitioners prevail.
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New York
American Ice Company
Gaynor
Brooklyn
Justice Gaynor
van Wyck
Augustus van Wyck
Charles J. Patterson
Patterson
Chamberlain's Ambition and Premiership Prospects
London letter reports Chamberlain ready to serve under Balfour if chosen, and eager for a future premiership, while noting doubts about his willingness to join a Liberal ministry and his potential as Salisbury’s successor. Also accounts for a New York assault case involving August Meyers and harrowing details of arrests.
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Atlantic
Chamberlain
Chadstone
Lord Salisbury
Meade Arrives From Manila with Smallpox Cases
The transport Meade arrives in San Francisco from Manila after a 25 day voyage. Three small pox cases aboard prompt quarantine, with General Otis in good health and seeking to travel to the east by train once released.
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San Francisco
Meade
General E
Otis
Manila
General Gomes Returns to Santiago de Cuba
Gen. Maximo Gomes arrived from Santo Domingo and spent the day with leaders of the black party who are jubilant over his return. He declined to be interviewed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago de Cuba
Maximo Gomes
Santo Domingo
Deafness Cannot Be Cured in Natal Remedies
Reading fragments describe a claim that deafness cannot be cured by natal remedies. The text mentions Sonal remedies and a possible cause or concern but lacks clear, verifiable details or outcomes.
Dissolution sale cuts prices on all clothing items
Randall and all clothing dealers fail to match our genuine dissolution sale prices. Many bargains visible in the window and more inside the store. Men’s suits from 3.73 to 13.50, overcoats 2.50 to 11.60, pants 1.25 to 4.00, boys’ pants 0.36, shirts 0.42, neckwear 0.37, armor collars 0.17, underwear 0.37. Strict cash terms, money back if not satisfied.
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Pantieetrickem
Penimaster
Carrien
India
Oshes
Tne
Eastern Division
Boston, Southern and Western
Boston and Maine Railroad
Western
Division
Hasern
Maine Central Railroad
Dugusta
Farmington
Rockland
Kuoz and
Lincoln Railroad
Skowhegan
Connes Toca
Coonnections
Rochester
Cumberland
Gorham
Westbrook
SeaviewWard
Lwin P
Ansee
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the Press
Fuidat
Portland
Maine State Press
Office of the Daily Press
Exchange Street
Gatrone
Pffce
United States
New York Tribune
Great Britain
New York Post
Philippines
ICE Trust
Vem Wrek
J. N. Ford
London
August Meyers
Edna Benn
Fifth Avenue
Henry L. Brooka
Miss Benn
Myers
Brooks
Megsne Netec
Conra Ol
Keluus
Sant
Richardson CO
Washington St
Bestes
COAL
Hazleton
Honey Brook
Telephone
Toledo & Ohio Central
Atlanta
Knoxv
Lle
Northern
R’y
Gila Valley
Globe & Northern
Ceoonaeat Eeertste'sc
Gm Pacific Mina Ce
Maine Central
R. G
Ch'cago Great Western R Way CO
Perent
Bridgton & Saco River
A. R. Stock
H. T. Waterhouse & 60
First National Bank Building
H. M. Payson & Co
Jefferson
Cahn & Grant, Lenssen & Manigorn
Eppland
Miss Katherine Rober
Devil's Mine
Portland Theatre
THE
Underwood Spring
Yarmouth Electric Hallway Co
Henry P. Cox
Hutson B. SauNnoKns
Coxstekh H. Pease
SeTh L. Lawmarke
Ik N. Dow
James F. Hawkes
Shaw
Dr. . C. Gordon
Jono E. Burnham
Edward B. Wassow
Portland Trust Co
WM. G. Davia
Jas
P. Baxter
Harry Butler
Treas
Joshua A. Libby
Wm. G. Davis, Tl F. Baxter, David W. Snow
Franklin I. Barrett
Bidtney W. Chas
F. Peaster
A. H. Walker
Iec
F. Eve Clinton L. Baker
P.O. Bailey & CO
Real Fatato
West End
Roral
F. O. Bailey & GO. Auctioneers and Commission Merchants Salesroom
Vo Bails, c. Ww
Alles
M' Allister
C.D. Cunningham & CO
Monument Square
C. D. Cunningham & CO
Monument Sq
Allenta
Lecreines
Swan & Barrett
Middle St
Portland, ME
Raymond & Whitcomb
Boatom
Great Lakes
Pacific Northwest
Alaska
Yellowstone Park
Ades
Yellowstone
Boston
Joyana
Verlowstone Park
Idaho
Colorado
Toures
Remy Eyiors
Soereee
Srome Beens
Jean My Duly
New Eugland
Merrill Bros. &Co
Middle, Cor. Union ST
American Bonding & Trust Co
Baltimore City
Marysland
Sitromsg Company
Lowes Raicary Ltd
MW Pu
Casco National Bank
Portland, Maine
Letters OF Credit
Charles F. Flagg
Saas EN Jk
Tima
Wang, Short
Perking & CO
Free Street
Repeggereccoccnes
Cece
E. A. Little Clencutnar Warrbacs
Lancaster St
Maine Medical Association
Portlana
Chas. D. Smith
M.D. Medved
Portland Post Office
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