Excuses for British Defeat in South Africa War
London reports discuss why Ladysmith relief failed, citing Buller’s supposed demonstration rather than main advance, Roberts orders, and public fatigue. Observers note MacDonald retirement, orders for possible Kimberley relief, and Boer artillery pressuring transport and infantry at Vaal Krantz and Swart Kop.
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London
Buller
Tugelat
MacDonald
Vodder
Ladysmith
Fuller
White
Spenser Wilkson
Morning Post
Lord Roberts
General Buller
French
Mr. Balfour
Vaal Krantz
Modder River
Genral MacDonald
Koodoorberg
Highland Brigade
Magersfontein
Methuen
Cronje
Kimberley
Jacobsdal
Rensberg
Sivaal Kop
Nordenfeldts
Swart Kop
Story of Buller's Latest Failure at Tugela Front
Feb 9 dispatch from Spring Held Bridge describes the Tugela position north of the river as difficult to hold. Reinforcements moved into trenches but strong Boers in the Brakenfontein hills hindered further advance without undue risk.
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Tugela River
Brakenfontein
British Forces Hold Line After Modder River Action
At Modder River on February 9 General MacDonald directed defense to the summit area and held مركز strongworks across the center with Seaforth Highlanders and Black Watch chiefs. Boers attacked within nine hundred yards prompting Babington to move cavalry and two horse batteries. Boers withdrew after Babington's movements, leaving the British to retreat to camp. Newlands seeds distribution announced by F G Newlands, Washington.
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Modder River
MacDonald
Koodoorberg
Seaforth Highlanders
Black Watch
Highland Light Infantry
Ninth Lancers
Methuen
Babington
Can't Stand Cold Children Strengthen with Scott's Emulsion
A vintage health claim touts Scott's Bowne Chemist New York product as lifting children from cold misery. It says sharp winds and keen air cause illness, but better nourishment and richer blood from the emulsion make them warmer and heartier, protecting their bodies.
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed Broadly
A promotional feature extolls Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a longstanding effective remedy for female illnesses. It cites numerous testimonial letters from women across the United States praising relief from monthly pains, headaches, backaches, and uterine troubles, claiming full or substantial recovery after use.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Lee E. Pinkham
Ubligh
United States
Pinkham
E. Pinkham
Joie Saul
Dover
Mich
Tal
Rosa Helden
Cleveland Ave
Canton, C
Governor Taylor Rejects Louisville Agreement 1900
Governor Taylor has decided not to sign the Louisville agreement and will let the courts settle the matter. The Legislature remains in Frankfort, with troops ordered home and preparations for transport. A resolution urged Taylor to lead but the decision stands, prompting reconvening of the General Assembly on February 12.
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Colonel Williams
London
Taylor
Louisville
Goebel
Todd
Powers
Hudson Hatcher
Frankfort
General Assembly
Chicago Strikes Shut Work Across Building Units
Seven thousand construction workers in Chicago quit at noon amid a rising labor clash with contractors. Union leaders say workers were locked out, while contractors claim a strike. Pickets warn newcomers of looming danger as authorities brace for possible clashes. The Building Trades Council represents about 35 000 members amid stalled projects and contested work rules.
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Chicago
Buildings Trades Council
Bricklayers Union
Building Trades
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Congressman Newlands
F. G. Newlands
House of Repreceptatives
Washington, D.C
Scott's
Mary Laughan
Trimble, Pulaski Co
Mary A. Stahl
Watsontown
Kentucky
W. Funk
Winnemucca
Ney
Hood
Windy City
F.C. Robins & Co
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