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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1901
Page
5
The 7th Hussars, known as the Quorn's Own, have arrived for service in South Africa. The report, dated London December 1 at 2.40 p.m., notes the unit reaping and burying grain as part of their journey, reflecting wartime logistics and deployment.
Lieutenant Llewelyn Alpe... Emilius Price-Dayies of the King's Royal Rifle Corps is awarded the Victoria Cross for gallantry at Blood Hiver Vaart on December 1. The citation notes conspicuous bravery under fire and leadership in the action.
Several hundred Boers made a determined attempt to cross the railway west of Micielburg in the Transvaal. The enemy was repulsed after suffering considerable losses.
In Cape Colony the permissive opinion prevails that the real phase of the war has been reached. Reports say de Boorg has little immunity and endures hardship as the extension of the block-house system encircles healthier areas, signaling tightening control.
London reports a reform allowing individuals from the four regions to land in Cage Onony or Natal without a permit for travel, provided they can prove character and resources. The policy aims to ease entry while maintaining scrutiny on applicants.
London reports list several New South Wales Mounted Infantry deaths and injuries. Private William Wood died in service near Suanderton. Private C J Gomper drowned at Vaal River. Private GE Swain and Private Griffiths from the Queensland Bushmen were wounded at Wakkerstroom.
The Times correspondent in Pretoria reports that additional troops are chosen to speed the wear down of the Boers. Frequent alarms of the enemy indicate their rising displeasure with the prolonged struggle, and they should be harassed everywhere during this phase.
Mr Jesse Collings, Parliamentary Under-Secretary to the Home Office, visited the Boer prisoners at Ahmedabad in Bombay Presidency India. He noted the prisoners were anxious to testify to the admirable arrangements for their comfort and the kindness of the officers in charge.
London dispatch notes letters to the premier claim Henry Campbell Bannerman drives Anglophobia in Germany. The fragment suggests political tensions and cross channel sentiment amid a December report.
London reports a semi official warning over a pro Boer demonstration planned in Hyde Park. Sir Redvers Buller faces pressure from government backers after dispatches on the Ladysmith siege and the 1900 crisis.
London dispatch quotes Paris Times correspondent M Blowns saying officials in Transcaucasia are ordered to compel Armenian refugees to return or face enforced measures amid displacements and suspicions of nat uralization attempts.
London dispatch reports Prussian schoolmasters flog Polish children unable to recite catechism. Protesting relatives are arrested. In one case a mother who protested received a heavy sentence.
London dispatch reports Dr Wolf, head of the Pan German party in Austria, permanently resigns from the Reichsrat after a duel tied to a social scandal. The move marks a notable shift in Austrian politics as December unfolds.
Theodore and Laura Horos and Allan Jackson were remanded at Marylebone Police Court on December 1, charged with obtaining money and jewellery from young women under false pretences and with offences under the Criminal Law Amendment Act. They were committed for trial. The defendants founded the Theocratic Community and Purity League. Much police court evidence was deemed unfit for publication.
Reports from London note the Duke of Teck fell from a Cheshuire Hounds hunt over a fence. He suffered light concussion and a hip contusion but was out of danger by December 1. The item also covers a society scandal involving divorce proceedings of Mrs. Burnaby and details on Lady Sophie Scott, with brief notes on bar silver prices, mining shares, and wool sales.
Stamp duty receipts last week totaled £11484 3s 4d with notes of a Windsor native Trooper C J Gosper drowning in the Vanriver South Africa while on active service. December sittings of the Metropolitan District Court opened under Judge Rogers with several undefended cases. A 70 year old drover Thomas died in Ballarat Hospital after exposure. deposits found of 41100 and 2 in money. Funeral of Hon G H Coz held at Mudgee with clergy officiating. Federal Customs November returns suggest revenue likely to exceed estimates by about 12,000,000 after allowances. Sermon at Pitt Street Congress Signal Church memorialized Alfred Dunstan. Residents of Derilagation to protest postal federation, sending telegrams to Mr Dewke and Mr Buwarts. For money loans advertisement ends with Gesserl Bennett.
The Times correspondent in St. Petersburg reports that negotiations between Russia and China over Manchuria have ended due to Japan's objections. The update comes from London on December 1 at 2.10 p.m.
In London last night the Czar awarded a decoration to Marquis Ito, head of the Constitutional Political Association of Japan and former Prime Minister. Ito has long been friendly to Great Britain and recently held the post from September 9, 1900, to July 2 last.
Henry Gilmour, an Australian born in 1857 and long suspected in major crimes, was found guilty in Paris of attempting to murder Mme. Kolb. He received life in penal servitude. The case, described as Paris’s sensational trial, details a masked intruder assaulting Mme. Kolb in her Passy home, leaving her critically injured. Investigators note Gilmour’s prior offenses and suspected link to a 1834 Bridge Street burglary.
London reports the death of George Lohmann, renowned Surrey cricketer, from consumption at Matjesfontein, South Africa. Born Keenington in 1885, he stood tall, weighed about 126 pounds, and was celebrated as an exceptional bowler and batsman. His fielding was noted for speed and precision, especially at short cover, and he excelled in difficult conditions. Lohmann toured Australia three times with England teams and remained highly respected for his ability to perform in any company. Health had troubled him in recent years, limiting his playing.
On Sunday afternoon the Currie steamer Argus ran aground near Bradley's Head while attempting to clear a fleet of small pleasure craft. The captain failed to refloat her. the Argus backed off at the evening tide and proceeded to Snail's Bay after medical clearance and cargo discharge arrangements. Also note the death of Bre De Lauret of Wynells aged 70 after an operation at Lewisham Hospital Sydney.
A Fort Wayne physician touts a “wonderful cure” for Blind Holave and dozens of ailments. It promises rapid relief from mucous patches, sore throat, copper-colored patches, ulcers, hair loss, and skin sores. William M Grath of Buffalo reports total recovery after failing doctors elsewhere.
An old classified fragment seeks buyers for a range of items and services. It promises highest cash offers for various metals, stones, household wares, and even tourist tickets, with an address for responses and an insistence on top price.
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