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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1900
Page
5
Reuter’s correspondent in Newscaatla Natal reports under trustworthy authority that General Botha has been told by President Kruger to the commandants. Burghers must lay down arms or face weighty consequences from European powers.
London dispatch reports the total number of Boers captured during the conflict remains uncertain with numbers incomplete. The article notes ongoing captivity under British control and indicates limited figures are available as of December 30 1914.
London reports the British government has sent 1900 pounds. Mrs Labram, widow of Mr Labram the American engineer who built the gun Long Cecil at Kimberley, mourns his death in the siege.
From London dated December 30 a Captain and a Veterinary Lieutenant sailed for England after being invalided. The dispatch notes their unit as HS TAdecin Bushmen and the Victorian tome.
Trooper M Minityre of the S2 Rough Riders wounded at Tull. Private D Spemeer of NZ Mounted Troop slightly wounded at Rhenosterkou. Private J W Chiiaule wounded at Ruin Director W Petty at Pretoria. Mushmen Baye dies of enteric fever. Private J W Williamann dies of dysentery at Preorie. Trooper Charles Homer of the Trantvaal Constabulary, at Heibrop, and Private W Bartlett of Mounted Infantry die of enteric fever at Pretoria. NZ Private Ernest Emmis of the Nough Riders dies of enteric fever at Bulwayo.
London December 29 The Marquis and Marchioness of Lutferin and Ava sailed for South Africa to see their son Lieutenant Lord Frederick Blackwood of the 6th Lancers who was severely wounded in the chest in a recent engagement The Marquess of Duttera and Earl of Ava had their wide span killed earlier.
London December 2. In the inquiry into the capture of the Irish Yeomanry at Lindley, Lieutenant Colonel B B Sprasge commanding the battalion and Lieutenant Wooduouss, bay Tesigued, are noted in connection with the Teppeolog inquiry.
In London on December 2, commissions were issued to Australian contingents including New Zealanders and Queenslanders. Names listed include Sergeant-Major T. Hs Dawtoo in the Urdu Regiment, Sergeant C. A. Hawking, Corporal D. R. Mewitt of the East Lancashire Regiment, Corporal GH Rolleston of the Hampshire Regiment, Private BR Stelaht of the Cheshire Regiment, Private H. Collison Morley of the Lancashire Fusiliers, and Private A. F Wilson of the Liverwood Mines Resident unit.
A Cape Times telegram dated November 27 notes Englishmen still serving with Boer forces. A message from Camp Wolwehaek dated November 2 says colonial forces captured two armed Englishmen who fought against Great Britain and had long resided in the area.
London dispatch reports Shanghainese private advice that Empress Dowager and a 18 year old heir named as Emperor, with Tanghsu as regent. The reform party seeks cooperation once he returns to Beijing while troops flee to the south. German forces press 600 Chinese regulars northwest of Baotingtu.
Cardinal Richard warns that foreign missions will gradually worsen French missionary activity in France threatening religious consolation. The Vatican aims to regulate missions to avoid further unrest and maintain church authority amid tensions in Paris and Europe.
Bar silver stands at 8th per ounce in London with December reporting. The Wendtts company issue from London dated December 22 provides a brief market notice on copper trading and related metal prices.
London reports the worst gale in years sweeping the south and west, destroying vessels and causing numerous deaths. The Primrose Hill struck Penrhos Rocks near Holyhead with all hands lost except one. Thirteen lives died on Cornwall coast. Seventy barges adrift in the Bristol Channel.
London December 20 a breach of promise of marriage action by Mrs Catherine Brodie of New Zealand against a New Zealand millionaire ends with a verdict for £5000 damages. The jury returned a finding supporting the plaintiff in the suit heard at central court.
The death is announced of Lord William Beresford V C aged 11 years. The notice from Landon records the passing, noting the celebrated title and the young age of the deceased in a brief obituary.
London reports a volatile scene at the British embassy where Turkish soldiers reportedly tackled officials including the secretary of state for Russia and other embassy staff. The incident sparked diplomatic tensions and calls for calm as authorities assess conduct and consequences.
The Sunbeam dinner in London fed hundreds of poor children at Hoxton yesterday. Notable attendees included Cockburn of the South Australian General and Mr. Finlay of the South Australian Register. The annual charity event relies on subscriptions from Adelaiie and others.
Major Sergea Serpa Pinta, famed Portuguese explorer who crossed Africa from west to east in 1877, died at age four in London. Born in Douro, he joined the Royal Military College Lisbon, served in the Zambesi War, and saved an Indian regiment at Massangano. He authored How He Crossed Africa and earned gold medals from several geographical societies. He held high honors including Knight of the Order of St James, Legion of Honour, and Leopold of Belgium.
London expected wheat supply from America, as per Brad Aleet. A746 bulsbele. Report notes visible availabilities and market tone with terse, period-voice phrasing. The item presents a brief commodity update rather than a full market analysis.
London reports the detailed quotations for frozen meat trade items. Prices for Australian and New Zealand lambs meads and beef cuts show unchanged values across several regions including Canterbury Dunedin Southland Wellington and primary markets. Federation quotations reflect standard averages and minor regional adjustments with specific figures provided for each item.
Inquiry at St Vincent’s Hospital shows British artillerymen injured. Royal Agricultural Society leaders propose a display to aid sufferers. Imperial officers approve a wide program with Mr Webster as recruiting lead and Mr Harvey as treasurer. contact Box 317 G.P.O. for volunteers and band support.
A 58 year old Robert Quinnell and a 30 year old James Narramore were injured in separate incidents at Bathurst street Fruit Markets this morning. Quinnell fractured his left thigh after slipping. both men were taken to Sydney Hospital by the Civil Ambulance Brigade. Narramore fell from a tramway post wagon, suffering a head injury and skull fracture. he was admitted for treatment.
Mails close at the post office for West Australia and United Kingdom with schedules via Adelaide and Grafton. The notice also mentions overland routes to Adelaide and several coastal towns, plus a curious line about a shipment and weighing of goods. The text is partly garbled with nonstandard names and inconsistent timing.
The domain hosts a dawn to noon Commonwealth procession with troops and dignitaries marching from 10:30. Sir Frederick Darley and the Governor-General attend a State banquet. representatives from Australia’s states and foreign envoys arrive. Officials discuss stands, accommodation, and Parade order while rail trains carry troops to Centennial Park for the pageant.
A correspondent complains that in a government office route of a processional sign, officials earning £250 or more will receive at least three tickets while those on £200 get two, and those below £200 are ignored. The complaint holds that high earners are favored as lower paid staff are denied, despite seating being scarce.
Railway commissioners expect lighter suburban travel around New Year with extra services from Redfern and throughout Sydney to witness the procession. Additional trains run from early morning to Redfern, Parramatta, Homebush, and Grayville stations, with late services into the night to Hornsby and surrounding areas. Holiday notices cancel early trains but provide full summer service on New Year’s Day.
A Saturday event at the Agricultural Ground featured a captive balloon rising about 500 feet, drawing crowds with a look similar to South African War craft. The balloon, capable of 20,000 cubic feet of gas, is crafted from fine make and attracted wide interest among visitors.
garbled notice outlines a corrupt transaction in a Bandeman Dye House ledgers with a treasurer role and town wall propriety. It mentions a mayoral authority and a small item for visiting ladies, with profits from a masked sale managed by Mint Mark under town charge.
Fragmentary weather notes describe continuing conditions with unclear weather terms. References to observations and figures appear garbled, mentioning Mr. Russell and a local forecaster. The text lacks clear dates or locations but hints at ongoing unsettled conditions.
Fragmented report from Melbourne Moodag describes a family tragedy ending in a homicide over money. The story mentions a husband, wife, and suspected assailant with allegations of violence and threats. Police inquiry details are unclear due to garbled text and missing specifics.
A large blaze destroyed multiple homes in Blintar after an apparent street blaze spread rapidly. Fire crews from Metropolitan and local units battled flames as residents scrambled to evacuate. Several structures were heavily damaged, with one fire apparatus and neighboring properties sustaining fire and water damage. No fatalities reported, but injuries among some occupants and responders prompted transport to area hospitals. The investigation is underway by Alberton Crime Patrol and city fire officials.
A Sunday morning blaze broke out behind Fowler's Huster and near the Dwily Telegraph in the Baltic pine yard, destroying about a hundred thousand feet of pine and damaging pavement. The Daily Tehagra reports the event, noting extensive losses and no immediate casualties.
The second eleven match between 3.3L and Victories took place at the Sydney Cricket Ground in hot conditions. The report lists players like Lesines, Wayne Belle, Pim, Minehen and Reederave among others, with various performances and selections noted amid a dense, unclear OCR string.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Victoria v Sodm Australia and various garbled names. Key readable items include references to The Telewest and Riverall with unclear roles. No coherent event, date, or outcomes emerge due to heavy corruption.
A garbled OCR page shows scattered names, places, and terms including MOSES, Wuhan, Vienna, Lannea, and Wivenhoe with odd phrasing and repeated fragments. The text resembles a jumble of notices, advertisements, and possible names without coherent events or dates.
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