Trust in Roberts Grows Amid South Africa Dispatches
London reports show Roberts remains central to the plan of operations in South Africa. Dispatches note his force, guarded by steadfast defense, could compel the Boers to fight under unfavorable conditions or abandon heavy stores. A Times dispatch claims leadership changes due to illness and shifting movements toward Chieveley.
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British in Natal and Boer movements amid fierce fighting
Reports describe Boer troops crossing the Tugela and attacking near Trenchhurst and Mafe King. Commonwealth forces suffer casualties and skirmishes intensify as Lord Roberts plans new operations and defenses.
Forts Opened and Garrison Attacked in Philippines
Washington reports say a cable from Otis states live military operations in the Philippines and the opening of hemp ports in southern Luzon. In Manila on Feb 15 urgent forces numbering 5,000 attacked the American garrison in the convent at Daregs, Albay province, burning much of the town. one lieutenant was wounded, the only American loss.
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Three Asphyxiated Family Found Dead in Chicago
Chicago February 15. Mrs Juanette Schwartz and her two children Lulu and Henrietta were found dead in bed from asphyxiation. The tragedy occurred in their home, investigators await autopsy results to determine the cause and any motives behind the deaths.
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Martinique and national affairs echo in chaotic telegraph briefs
Fragmented telegraph briefs cover Martinique reports and domestic chatter. References span testimony in a wardrobe of anecdotes from Chicago labor acts to a Wisconsin murder by train and a Chicago refinery accident. The piece mixes global notes with local behavior, touching on charity and civic spirit amid a rain of disjointed incidents.
Satchel Prank At Albany Session Ends In Laughter
During a New York Jourpat recount of an Albany legislative session Senator Thomas Grady planned a dress suit swap in a satchel prank. Assistant Coroner Thomas Creamer hid Grady's outfit, then swapped back, prompting a crowd of senators Coggeshall Ahearn Coffey Featherson Martin and McCarmwn to gather as Grady opened the satchel and revealed a banner line The gars are on me boys.
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Frankfort State Assembly Recesses as Canvass Board Acts
In Frankfort on Feb 15 the Republican house and senate adjourned to tomorrow. The state canvassing board began considering cases of minor officers on the state ticket this morning. A notation mentions a 20 percent stake and a forthright move by officials amid the unsettled proceedings.
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Hunter Is President of Unions Amid Chicago Fire Riots
The United Mine Workers session elected John M. Hunter as president at Spring Township, with W. J. Hassell as secretary treasurer. A scale committee of about forty was appointed to address irregularities, wage rules, and district representation. Several incidents and injuries from recent fires in Chicago are noted, with broader unrest and intimidation allegations connected to Carterville rioters.
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Attack of stomach troupe hits voting day actions last Saturday
An ill man, believed exposed to contagion, left to vote at Republican printings last Saturday evening. He is bedridden, weak, and denied visitors as authorities assess the situation.
Anti-Trust Conference Adjourns After Stormy Sessions
The National Anti-Trust conference adjourned last night after a stormy session. Delegate Joseph Walker of the Populists challenged the convention with a proposal to repeal all laws that impair free competition. The final ruling, approved by a majority, reorganized the American Anti-Trust League with M. T. Lockwood as president and PHL Wen as secretary, amid protests from several delegates.
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Clarke Case Continues with Judge Coyne Testimony
Washington February 14 Edward B Coyne judge of Livingston County New York served as the first witness in the Clarke case and described a conversation with Mark Hewitt a prosecution witness. Hewitt had testified regarding the case and Coyne related details of their talk.
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New York
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Lay
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Court disputes over Wellcome case and political taunts
In a Montana case Justice Hunt testified about two conversations with Dr. William Tracey of Helena, suggesting bribery attempts in the Wellcome offense. A separate Washington debate saw Missouri Democrats defend government loyalty amid Irish and German themes. Reports mention corporate incorporations, a university incident, a fatal train encounter near Des Moines, and a Shiwak theft in Kansas.
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Congress Asked to Act on Mackrum's Pretoria Claims
Washington Feb 15 Congressmen push a House resolution asking the secretary of state to verify if Charles Mackrum, former U.S. consul at Pretoria, reported that official mail was opened by a British censor in Durban and to confirm the nature of a alleged U.S. and Britain secret alliance.
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