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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1902
Page
5
London reports rising unease over native labour shortages in Johannesburg. Unrepatriated Boera cannot work farms as Reuters estimates 620000 natives available for work and notes serious consideration of importing Chinese labour to relieve the shortage.
London reports that Commandant De Wet has finished his history of the war. General Botha and Commandant De la Rey are writing the preface. The note appears in a dispatch dated August 21 at 3.15 p.m.
London dispatch reports General Tetha and Commandants De Wet and Delacy have halted their Belgium and Holland tour and will return to England immediately. The move ends the intended international visit by the Boer leaders.
London August 21 General Botha with Commandants De Wet and De la Rey held a three year interview with Mr Kruger at Utrecht. Kruger pressed the leaders on burgher sentiment under the new regime and was disappointed by their replies. A local committee member hoped Boer Republics would soon be reestablished. The Boer leaders ignored the remark and Dutch extremists grew irritated by their stance.
London reports that General Cronje and seven other prisoners have left Saint Helena by sea bound for Cape Town. The departure came from St. Helena as part of the transfer from the exile island to South Africa.
Lord Milner speaking at Barberton in the Transvaal said progress is being made in settling the country in all directions. He noted the task of resettlement is underway along the coast to inland towns and that congestion on traffic would soon ease as the work advances.
The Cape Parliament opened with Governor Hely-Hutchinson announcing Indemnity bills to shield Executive acts under martial law and unauthorised spending. Opposition criticises lack of reform on sedition and arms import, while Afrikander Bond seeks a Colonial Commission to probe martial law and damages. Parliament congratulates the King on recovery and coronation, and protests the suspension of the colony's constitution. The Capetown weekly supports South Africa’s autonomous but loyal stance to the Crown.
London August 21 The Times reports that the proposed commission by the Alrkander faction in the Cape House of Assembly would offend Great Britain as the British Govt led by Lord Alverstone will appoint a commission with similar inquiries already.
The Shah of Perera visited the King in England aboard the yacht Victoria and Albert in the Solent. The interview lasted two hours and the Shah received the Garter and the Grand Crosses of St Michael and St George.
A gunner was killed while saluting during a ceremony in London. The incident occurred as preparations continued for the Shah's visit, with officials investigating the mishap and recalling the solemn duty of guards.
Lt Clair Cameron CB commanding Commonwealth coronation operations writes to newspapers thanking all classes for their immense support and magnanimous assistance during the coronation activities.
An advertising blurb highlights Bryant and May name on each box with a bold claim of high value. It references Tapler Bros and Jama in a brief, dated style promoting full size, full count products with emphasis on quality.
London reports indicate preparations for another campaign in the Soudan area. Major-General Sir Br. Wingate, commander of the Egyptian Army, cut short his England leave and returned by Cairo to Khartoum.
Fire broke out at a Piccadilly public house at daybreak. nine barmaids and servants were awakened from upper quarters. Fire escape arrived to rescue them in their nightdresses, causing widespread excitement. The Yorkshire Grey is suspected as the blaze most likely occurred there.
In Briوطtany the Church party plans to boycott lay schools while tradesmen threaten to withhold supplies from teachers. The Brittany peninsula spanning Finistere Cotes du Nord Morbihan Isle of Vilaine and Loire inférieure shows strong anti Associations Law sentiment amid civil tensions affecting Breton speakers and regional communities.
The Quar Teraft a Mile Salt Water Championship at Southfields was won by Cavill of Sydney by two yards over Read of Sydney. Cavill’s time was 4 minutes 4 seconds and a possible record. prior holders and times are noted, including L. Billington who did not compete.
London August 21 The White Star steamer Cedric was launched at Belfast by Harland and Wolff. The vessel is the largest afloat at about 20,970 tons and 700 feet long. It seats 3000 passengers with nine decks and crew of 335, surpassing the Celtic. The Kaiser Wilhelm II is 20,000 gross tons.
London August 21. Sir Edward Barton said differences between the House of Representatives and the Senate over the tariff may yield good law if they reach agreement. He added each House is eager to find common ground and hopes the conference will settle amicably.
Australia face Kent at Canterbury with Trumble taking five wickets and Blythe four. Duff and Trumper top score early, Noble and Hopkins add runs, while Hearne leads Kent bowling in a brisk day of cricket before a crowd of about 4000. Australia 154 all out. Kent 6 for 0 in reply. Australian tour date notes indicate planned South Africa trip from September 20.
London August 21 Yorkshire has secured the County Championship after final scores confirm their lead. The announcement comes at 3.15 p.m. with Yorkshire topping the table and sealing overall victory.
Continuous rains across England damage standing crops and injure hoop and fruit yields in Kent. Reports include NSW customs income of £832, Hoffnung and Company profits averaging £53,297 per year between 1899 and 1901, and interest on the public debt at £2,910,540 for 1900, £2,346,848 for 1901, and £2,499,748 for 1902. Troops released from quarantine at Fort Franklin Vic were entertained in Melbourne before returning to Sydney. Major J H A Lee of the Submarine Miners, ill with pneumonia, is recovering. Taxpayers Union meeting allows special terms for admission. Desmaserst Sessions sentence for William Jennett. six months suspended. Advertising note for patent remedies appears.
London dispatch says Sir Edmund Barton will spend two days in New York then tour Washington Niagara Toronto Kingston Quebec Montreal Ottawa Winnipeg before ending in Vancouver. The itinerary lists major stops across the United States and Canada, reflecting a wide diplomatic visit.
London August 21 reports that Canada Australia and New Zealand may cooperate to subsidize a fast steamship line across the Pacific if Great Britain participates. The proposal highlights a potential regional alliance to boost transoceanic trade and naval logistics.
London reports a £5000 donation from the Duke of Bedford to the Cancer Research Fund. A Royal Charter grants incorporation to the British Academy for Historical Philosophical and Philological Studies. The four powers declare the Venezuelan port blockade ineffective amid the revolution.
London August 21 Copper spot quoted at £52 25 6d with three month term £52 10s. Market notes movement in prices as traders await further cues.
Two more soldiers among the returned New Zealand troops have died. The Montrose accommodation, where scarlet fever and measles cases occurred, was adequate and the meals satisfactory.
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