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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1900
Page
2
A compact World News digest summarizes one week of foreign affairs and home happenings gathered by wireless dispatches from across the civilized world. It highlights notable events, official notices, and public affairs in a concise continental column.
Major General Henry W Lawton was buried Friday in Arlington National Cemetery after services at the Church of the Covenant Washington President H M Striker of Hamilton College delivered a funeral oration praised for its beauty and fit to the solemn occasion. A vast gathering from the nation’s official life attended the burial marking a deep popular demonstration of respect for the fallen hero.
London dispatch from Spearman's Camp notes Buller holds his position and relief seems near. Public awaits Tugela River news before cheering, as a broad Boer advance is reported at all points. The plan is attributed to Lord Roberts's strategy.
Col Richard W Thompson former Secretary of the Navy died at his Terre Haute home after a day of unconsciousness. The end came quietly with no sign of struggle and he remained unresponsive most of the time. He was 91.
Dispatch from the Head Laager at Lady Smith reports an armored train sortie from Chieveley toward Colenso. The train landed 2,000 British troops on the Boer right but Boers crossed the river and attacked with rifles and artillery, forcing the train and troops to withdraw back to Chieveley.
Two New York Central freight trains collided due to misread orders near Peale Tunnel Pennsylvania. Engineers Oliver Bennett and Mark Macfarland died. Fireman A Mc Aberne also perished. Three brakemen injured and others may be buried in wreckage.
James K. Brown colored was hanged at Hudson County Jail Jersey City N J for killing Policeman Charles Gebhardt in Hoboken. Police say Brown was a professional burglar and killed Gebhardt during a July 1898 arrest attempt.
The Union League Club of Brooklyn N Y awarded Admiral Dewey a gold medal commemorating his Manila Bay victory. A large reception and dinner preceded the presentation, among the club’s biggest functions.
The War Department believes Aguinaldo has escaped Luzon and may appear next in London or Paris with Agoncillo, as reported by a Washington special to the Chicago Record.
A body of a well dressed man about 30 was found in a box car in Eaton railroad yards. The car had sat on a side track since January 27. The man’s identity remains unknown.
The Hong Kong correspondent of the London Jaily Mail reports a serious rebellion in Swatau, Kwang Tung. The viceroy has dispatched troops and a gunboat to suppress the insurrection.
A cage with several miners fell in the Western Rock Salt Mine near Lions Kansas and it is believed that all aboard were killed.
In Escanaba Michigan a rear end collision at Ford River switch involving the Chicago and Northwestern passenger train No 21 the Felech Mountain accommodation between Escanaba and Milwaukee Metropolis results in nine dead three missing five seriously injured and four slightly hurt.
A Senate committee favorably reported a bill authorizing construction of a revenue cutter for the St Marys River in Michigan. The measure aims to equip authorities with a vessel for customs and enforcement on the riverine frontier.
A fierce storm swept from the British Northwest and struck Collinsville Illinois at about 3 AM, then heavily damaged St. Louis. Nine or more people were injured, several fatally, as houses barns and telegraph lines were leveled. Fire broke out in debris and some residents were badly burned. Local miners and families faced wreckage as the Vandalia Railroad line was blocked for miles.
A long fought three day engagement after Buller crossed the Tugela River ends with a strategic advance deemed valuable but a relief effort for Ladysmith blocked. Balloon observers at Potgieter’s drift watched Spion Kop while Wynne’s troops lined the riverbanks and Lancashire Brigade prepared another assault as artillery pounded Boer positions.
An artillery duel with the Boers precedes a retreat ordered by Buller while a covert main attack proceeds north of Doornkop. Naval guns cover Swarts kop and Doornkop as engineers build a pontoon bridge facing Krantzkloof, marking the critical pivot of the day.
A tornado wrecked large frame houses housing the Lawrence, Odderhole and Fix families. Mr Odderhole and Mr Lawrence were seriously injured. Sophie Fix died under a fallen timber while Harry Fix and Sophie slept in a safe room. The storm hit St Louis with 60 mph winds, a record low barometer, and a fierce thunderstorm. Property damage was heavy, especially in the burned district between Franklin Avenue and Morgan Street, with 20 000 dollars of losses. A four story building at 827 North Third Street housing George Benton and Sage Richmond was blown down, its walls weakened by Sunday’s fire.
Washington advices say banks designated as additional depositories for Government money must stop receiving internal revenue receipts. Assistant Secretary Van derlip confirms deposits in these depositories will cease. Nebraska lowers livestock carload rates, cutting hogs by five percent and cattle by ten. The famine in India worsens per British government fears. The U S Supreme Court rules tapioca flour may enter duty free.
British infantry and Durham Light Infantry with artillery assailed Krantzkloof and lower ridges near Spionkop. Hildyard’s brigade took the loftier heights while seven batteries supported the attack. Boers enfiladed lines, causing casualties but the feint succeeded and the assault advanced.
A roundup notes the Eighth Army division will stay in England for emergencies. Sir Alfred Milner calls Transvaal a huge arsenal. Complaints claim many British rifles are defective. Channel Squadron to remain in home waters. Cape Dutch join Boers. Kruger warns of shared fate if forced to starve. Astor funds mounted sharpshooters. German press says Britain near defeat. Roberts could field 70 000 for invasion with guards and rescues at Ladysmith.
Friday saw Pettigrew stalled by a point of order while pressing a Philippine war truth claim. The House passed the Indian appropriation bill with minor amendments as the Senate and House continued wrangling over expansion, bimetallism, and Philippine governance.
In a brief war update, the Boers allege Britain uses armor-piercing shells. Henry J. Fitzgerald's trunk factory in Chicago burned, with losses estimated at 75 000 dollars. Bandits in a private steamer robbed priests at Nam-noi China of 5 000 dollars worth of valuables. Bequests to priests for masses face potential legacy tax. War and Interior Departments plan joint action to maintain order among Indians in western Colorado.
A seven point peace accord signed at the Galt House Louisville by seven Republican and seven Democratic reps calls for ratification actions, non partisan election boards, status quo until Monday, and removal of state troops while immunities protect officials. The agreement, led by Gen Dan Lindsay and figures including Beckham and Beckwith, brings relief to Frankfort amid two rival Kentucky governments.
Lord Pauncefote and Secretary Hay signed a treaty revoking the Clayton Bulwer clause and granting the United States exclusive right to build and control the Atlantic Pacific waterway while pledging neutrality in peace and war. The agreement follows prior reports and outlines canal costs distances and expected traffic implications.
A compact survey of Indiana neighbors featuring notable ongoing events and incidents. Highlights include local deaths, crimes, casualties, and various public notes from communities across the state.
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