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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1900
Page
5
Report from London dated December 11 describes unarmed Highlanders killed in the Whit Aber district after surrendering. The account notes Boer forces attacked and massacred the surrendering troops, highlighting the brutality of the engagement and its impact on local civilians and military morale.
A terse London dispatch notes Commandant De Wet in the city at 1.08 p.m. The report mentions the offence Tosprutiur and connections to the renewal of correspondence. Further details are unclear due to fragmented OCR.
Lord Roberts reports optimism that punitive measures are effective in quelling disturbances. A memorandum argues the return of refugees is delayed by fears of taralon, while farms suffer further as arson spreads.
A London dispatch reports Kruger remains unmoved on his stance toward the South African republics as he travels through Europe. The piece notes no Dutch support or interference affecting his position and mentions tensions in international talks.
A garbled prewar article discusses German policy and diplomacy with the Transvaal and Britain. It mentions Bulow and German aims to influence nations and maintain a strict posture, noting reactions and possible Berlin visits. The text reflects tensions and strategic messaging prior to hostilities.
The Thanksgiving service held in Cape Town features Prime officials and clergy. The Prince of Wales attends with the Commoners in Chief of the Army present as the national event proceeds with religious observance and ceremonial greetings.
A cryptic wartime notice from December in London lists Drivah Gavern terms for troops serving in North Africa. Privates receive heartier rations while officers are excluded, with prices and items such as masks and gear noted in a formal catalog-like announcement.
Lords debated wartime medical care for colonial troops. Marriugina criticized unequal treatment while Haglan and Berathennd outlined policies. Cargisngay closed with a Friday motion as Lords pressed the government for clearer guidance and action.
Lakdon dispatch reports Misia Peta completion of a mission to the Scuuso. The Scribe of Darfur and Dolsted are noted among British officials in the effort.
London reports a diplomatic row over compensation demanded by Belgium from France for British officers killed in a Sierra Leone West Africa collision. The Belgian foreign affairs chief claims aroused arching opposition. No clear settlement date or figures provided.
The report notes Taku at the entrance of the Pei be River is ice bound with winter sealing river traffic. Trade and communication with Tientsin are disrupted as the river remains frozen, impacting the Tungku railway line two miles upstream.
London December 11 Count von Waldersee orders Yiko Li Hang Changs secretary arrested for communicating with the Bosura.
Melbourne reports the secretary of state for the colonies forwarded Captain Clarke’s report from H.M.S. Undaunted. He visited the transport Salamis and the Australian Contingent, praising their physique discipline and seafaring experience. He notes a large number of able volunteers ready for active service.
In London December 11 the House of Commons resumed the debate on the Address in Reply to the Queen's Speech. Lloyd-George moved an indirect condemnation amendment. Chamberlain, defending war measures, made an indignant reply. A Barley amendment criticizing Cabinet relatives of Lord Salisbury failed, while the Address adoption was carried 266 to 33 with 209 votes against.
December 1 at 1.05 pm Lord Ohler Justice of Ireland declares that in the Midland district of 731 farms, one is derelict while the rest are occupied by protected tenants. Juries are refusing to convict intimidation cases, prompting a change to special juries.
London reports that the managing directors of Pearsons Limited were fined £100 each for issuing football competition coupons in their publications. Also noted, a New Zealand wheat market report and a Reichstag warning on Germany’s trade cycle.
In London on December 11 the French Senate approved a Navy Bill funding 702,260,000 francs for ironclad ships cruisers torpedo boat destroyers torpedo boats and submarines including five cruisers and forty four submarines. The Canadian-Australian Steamship Lines report dividends and claims involving James Huddart and Company as well as withdrawals from the New Zealand Shipping Company with Sirawin Dawes as chairman.
A Washington meeting of leading Presbyterians recommended revising the Westminster Confession of Faith. The document, drawn up by the Assembly, has symbolic authority in Scotland and influenced Presbyterian churches in America and Australia. It extends to thirty three chapters covering core theological topics.
Brisbanes Reginald Claude Ree has won a Balliol College Oxford scholarship. A new Andhoe Consolidated Gold Mining Company of West Australia is formed with capital of £125,000. Thirty thousand shares are offered in Dublin at a premium of 10 3. A Brisbane public meeting debated the Queensland Governments reluctance to permit imperial troops to visit. Resolutions supported a visit and a deputation to urge reconsideration by the Imperial Government. The South Australian Government also seeks a visit to Adelaide.
The Commonwealth reports Lady Hopetoun, recovering from fever, has departed Colombo aboard the RMS Rome for Australia on Monday. London notes Sir Wilfrid Laurier and Lady Laurier along with Canadian and Dominion officials plan to attend the Australian Parliament opening.
Melbourne surveyor A C Mountain arrives to organize the Vistarian arch at Park and George streets Sydney. Regalia include grandstands along the route and a Parliament House marquee for 60 guests. Denmark and Scandinavia plan a charity fund for the Children’s Hospital through banners and subscriptions.
Sydney reports confirm that the RMS Ormus of the Orient Line and the British-India steamer Sumaile collided near the Rip. Ormus sustained a large bow hole, while Sumaile also damaged. Ormus was returning to Robe Bay, with Temalia inbound, and Jamalle off breakwater with damage. Ormus cargo included wool butter preserved meats bullion and coal.
The government gazette records land resumed in War ren parish for Macquarie river improvement, extends Towns Police Act to Wardell, and announces appointments including Mr Robert Binclair to the NSW Commission of the Peace. It lists temporary duties for Ser Kent James McIntosh, and bids for waterproof police and prison gear plus old telegraph and telephone plant supplies from Sydney suppliers.
In Christchurch Supreme Court, Mes Styche is found guilty of attempting to procure a medical practitioner to assist an alleged murder. Justice grants leave to appeal for a new trial while sentencing Styche to ten years with hard labor. Mrs Styche’s shock leads to her hospitalization for insanity. News also notes the Victorian Parliament’s Pendons Bill passage and a Sydney interview on ferry services. A train incident near Seymour ends without serious injury to a child.
Government Statistician reports Sydney and suburbs for November with 541 births, 446 more deaths, and a near match to last year's birth total. Public institutions hadi 67 births, 5 illegitimate. Deaths totaled 362 males and 78 females, with many in public institutions. Major causes include inflammations, apoplexy, heart disease, bronchitis, pneumonia, and liver disease. 34 deaths from violence, 17 linked to infancy, and 60+ from other causes. Temperature and rainfall details: 43.1C high, 4.5C low, NE winds, 8.14 inches of rain, 11 lightning days.
Reader letter discusses handicapping in Moorefield Two Year-Old Handicap next Saturday and compares it to the Natalory Handicap on the same card. It cites Ally Rugold, Loch Lockie, Bright Alice, Rupie Ma bow, and Verma with weights and outcomes, urging reconsideration of Rugold’s weights and whether she deserves promotion.
A conference on Saturday night between Serra Lone and Birtec prompts postponement and ongoing talks. Turner participates, aiming to resume play soon as negotiators press ahead with settlement terms.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a list of names including Deals, Tent er and wife, Mackall, Cave, Cumming, Davies, Franklin, Miller, Tope, Zettuar, Ziu, Meinghaueen, Peares, Pewre, OMoore, Flynn, Howell, and others. Items mention RMS and Sydney, with many spouses and children.
The fragment recounts a scene near Pretoria with references to General Hagalliun and Camerat Mabon Wa Mad. It hints at siege, prison terms, and soldiers in a tense camp setting. The text mixes names, places, and events, creating a hazy wartime tableau.
Report of a conference with shipowners and seamen representatives in Melbourne. A further meeting is planned for May 1901 to discuss a ten per cent wage increase from July 1, amid tensions between states and political figures. The Premier and Governor discuss arrangements, with health concerns delaying movements.
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