27 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1900
Page
1
Central Cronje yields unconditionally to Lord Roberts at Paardeberg. He hands over complete control of his forces in a decisive end to the siege.
News from Paardeberg reports General Cronje and all Boer forces capitulated unconditionally at daylight. Britain hails Ma juba anniversary victory with praise for Roberts troops and Queen Victoria telegraphs congratulations. Prisoners estimated around four hundred with several artillery pieces captured.
In Ram sey Missouri on February 27 an explosion killed a man linked to a counterfeit operation. Police captured an alleged interfeiter who resisted arrest as the fire was put out. The case ties to a February chain of crimes and a wider discussion at United Mine Workers headquarters about funding a miner’s home. A separate report from Renton Wyoming details a brutal assault on a Black man by two locals, culminating in his killing and display across a fence.
A veiled woman at St Mark's Episcopal church faces gossip about Mrs Langtry amid church attendance. Depew’s Senate address on the Philippine question draws a large crowd. An illness in Staunton prompts quarantine concerns. International Cyclists’ Association in Paris discusses leadership. Requisition for extradition case from Springfield to Chicago noted. Wisconsin university president reportedly improving. A Paducah man to Foley’s Kidney Cure testifies to relief and endorsement of the remedy.
Legal disputes about property damages from elevated rail lines advance as defendants testify in car case. Gen. McNulta lies in state in Chicago. Public notices include county conferences on school superintendents and a Carterville riot trial update in Vienna.
Des Moines reports that Iowa House passed a resolution to submit a constitutional amendment for direct senatorial elections by the people. The move follows the Gear Corammans contest and aims to realign Republican leadership, signaling a broader push amid recent party tensions.
Carmack in the House argues the choice is between clinging to priceless principles or acquiring new possessions. The discussion centers on whether ethical standards can coexist with material gains and who bears the cost of each path.
Washington today marked the last day of general debate on the Porto Rican tariff bill with lawmakers debating constitutional issues and opposition from several Republicans. A conference with President views followed as party unity was pressed to support the modified tariff both to meet constitutional concerns and secure passage. Fire destroyed Clarion’s business district, causing about 150000 dollars in losses.
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