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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1901
Page
5
From London dispatches dated December 30 President Kruger acknowledged pro Boer societies and expressed belief that independence of the republics would again be won.
London reports severe wounds to Lieutenant Kordhl J. Maraons of the Imperial Yeomanry in De Wet’s attack on the Yeomany camp at Tweefontein. Prisoners were captured and later released, with London critiquing De Wet while noting a lack of vigilance and questioning the feasibility of a large force mobile maneuver.
Reuters reports December 30 that a convoy bound for Calvinia in the Western Cape was ambushed as it traveled along the runway area. The incident disrupted communications and raised security concerns in the region.
London reports two Boers were executed at Mafeking on December 30 as part of the punitive actions during the siege. The notices confirm the swift policing of rebel forces with the executions carried out in the Mafeking area.
The trial of Commandant Schepers began with his testimony denying murders of natives and claiming to be loyal to the regime. He asserted government reprisals followed the Lowry proclamation and claimed punishment of rebels for railway and government building destruction. Prosecution referenced orders and the Merwe, Fotehe, Krojtginger line in detailing alleged crimes.
London dispatch says the Tateh Taal monument at Burghecalorp in Cape Colony has been secretly overthrown and mutilated, with details of the act withheld and the motives unclear to authorities.
London reports changes in travel and work permits for the mines. A special permit will be needed weekly for workers over the coming month, with a broader return anticipated before January 15. The note outlines policy shifts affecting transportation and labor access.
Pro Boer supporters in London issue a plea urging the region of England to intervene regarding concentration camps in South Africa. The appeal condemns troop actions and calls for cessation of abuses. A petition on the same subject is planned to be sent to Queen Alexandra.
The Times reports that the Marquis of Mullabury the Prime Minister conveyed to M Colaman de Snell premier of Hungary assurances of gratitude for his chivalrous defence of Great Britain against the Humigarias Diet.
The conference of State Military Commandants decided to divide the federal contingent into nine units of 121 members each with proportional shares for New South Wales Victoria Queensland South Australia Tasmania and West Australia Based on population the troop would be deployed ahead of embarkation and later in other ranks per Imperial Contingents rules Medical and veterinary elects will be chosen after War Office directions Equipment will follow lines of prior contingents but rifles will be sent only with War Office consent Officers to be stationed in their respective districts and expenses monitored Two horses per officer and ten percent for provisioning. embarkation target set for January The Major-general’s staff and water transport arrangements are noted and authority for formation rests with Mr Barton
Dr Bartos reports cables from the Victorian and Queensland Premiers offering free railway travel for those enrolling for the contingent. The Tasmanian Premier agrees with practices of other states. A cable states net pay rates only from date of embarkation to avoid confusion for personnel.
London reports that the Lord High Admiral post may be revived to allow the Prince of Wales to hoist his flag aboard the London as supreme commander at the Coronation naval review. The commentary traces the historic office, its commissions, and the current board of commissioners and officials.
London dispatch reports Lord Rosebery in disarray as Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman invites the Liberal party to consider a national party unaligned with the party’s extreme radicals. The question arises whether Campbell-Bannerman will back Rosebery in the House of Commons leadership.
A Royal Commission has been appointed in London to investigate the coal fields of Great Britain. It will examine production duration, distribution, transport costs, and conditions of production, with international cooperation and expert testimony to inform policy.
London December 30 The Zionist Congress at Basel has established a final plan for a permanent settlement to aid the return of Jews to Palestine and Syria, outlining a formal purchase settlement to secure lands and homes for Jewish settlers.
Ellen Ann Starkey a 22 year old resident of Concord died Sunday night at Rhodes railway platform. Travelling on the 8 p.m. Sydney train she attempted to cross the line after alighting when struck by the Newcastle express. Her head was crushed and an arm torn off. An inquest at Concord led to a verdict of accidental death.
Sir Willem Lyne authorises works across New South Wales including drainage at Campbelltown P.O. and dwelling additions at Queanbeyan P.O. and Albury shelter shed repairs Randwick general repairs and minor alterations at various post offices and locations.
The Railway Commissioners announce evening service adjustments with trains on all lines. Liverpool District Progress Association urges a 6.28 to 6.80 pm Sydney to Liverpool connection via Granville for resident convenience. In Newtown, Frank Backhouse is fined 20s and 100 costs for assault. City meetings discuss mayoral remarks and the new Federal Auditor-General’s salary list.
December 30 report from London notes forty Frenchmen arriving in the Congo region under M Waldeck Rousseau. Debate centers on trade monopolies vs Berlin Act of 1885 while the Tempe calls for settlement without arbitration and a 1894 Berita congress promoted free navigation in the Congo basin with protections for natives and suppression of the slave trade.
Report from Southern Nigeria states Lt Col A F Montanaro leads 1500 men against a Cross River fetish town to suppress traffic and destroy a ritual center. Casualties were reported, with cannibalism tied to ancient rites and fears of the Ju Ju priests. A recent cable claims 60 friendly natives were killed and eaten.
A waterspout burst over Saitl on the Moroccan coast causing a flood. Two hundred people drowned and the Customs House along with all town warehouses were destroyed.
In Edinburgh workers resumed tram service yesterday after inspectors manned three running cars amid a London based labor dispute. The December 30 report notes Sunstay labor actions and the general wagon question affecting transportation.
December 20 dispatch reports De Robert, leader of the French smugglers at Pontarlier near the Swiss border, sentenced to imprisonment and a fine of £2000. Other men received various imprisonment terms and fines totaling about £8000.
Insurance records show Mesars Menon Brothers at 42 Pitt Street insured for 4000 pounds across four companies including Imperial North Queensland Guardian Aachen and Munich. Fixtures and fittings valued 300 pounds covered by United Company. Building insured with New Zealand Insurance.
An inquest opened in Melbourne on the Port Melbourne tragedy victims. Mrs. Jeanie Chamberlain and her three children Annie 7 Jessie 5 and Lillian 2 were identified by Levi Chamberlain. The elder Ethel 12 accompanied them. Death resulted from drowning with brain injury noted, inquest adjourned to January 14 as mourners attended the funeral at Melbourne General Cemetery.
Shipping brief detailing captains and vessels including Captain Ryan and Captain Walker, with references to Eden te, Elen LR, and starboard entries. Mentions departures around December 20 from various ports, with routes to Tampa, New York, Vancouver, and Cape, plus company ads and agent notes.
A chaotic maritime column listing arrivals, departures, captains, routes, and cargoes. It names ships such as Nineveh, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Jaton Howes, with ports like Sydney Capetown and Byaney, noting sailings, cargoes, and voyage statuses across a dense tapestry of vessels and schedules.
In a cryptic OCR fragment, readers see fragmented text suggesting a note about a shed and a drink involving a woman. Details are unreadable, with key names, places, and actions obscured.
A labor meeting at Australian Dwellings urged state action on urban housing. Delegates discussed minimum work hours, private works, and state projects under new labor council rules. Officials emphasized wage consistency, safety, and the pace of construction with firm timetables and inspection standards.
Paramedic reports describe a Saturday incident where a building burned to the ground at Five-mile Lagoon. News from Parramatta mentions a hospital outbreak suspected to be acute septicemia, with Dr Thiewell conveying details to the Bowpital and suggesting microscopic examination of gland tissue.
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