Terms of Peace Official Statement by A J Balfour
An official statement from Mr A J Balfour in the House of Commons outlines peace terms with Dutch-language provisions, self-government steps, burgher arms rights, and a postwar framework. It notes delays in signing, public celebrations, and stock exchange reactions.
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Boers Accept Terms After Conference at Vereeniging
London dispatch reports delegates at Vereeniging accepted the bride terms after days of pressure. Boer leaders and principal traders traveled to Pretoria where they signed the surrender terms by nightfall. Lord Reuben (?) notes Lord Alfred also signed the document confirming the surrender.
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Daily Express
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Transvaal Bonds Payment of Interest Suspended During War
A London proclamation states that interest payments on Transvaal bonds are suspended during the war, as announced by President Kyruger. The suspension takes effect from yesterday and continues until further notice.
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The King's Message Appeals For Reconciliation Peace
London June 2 King Filward sends a message to the people praising the cessation of hostilities with satisfaction and urging swift peace. He expresses hope for prosperity and calls for earnest cooperation of his South African subjects toward the welfare of their common poultry.
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Filward
Kruger Still Obdurate Defies British Peace Terms
London dispatch notes the Daily Mail reporting Britain’s early week rejection of a proposal to present immediate surrender terms to President Kruger and Boer delegates in Holland. The Daily Express notes Kruger’s reaction upon learning peace had been declared, with brief mention of responses and implications.
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Natal Governor praises Louis Bota as future colonist
Sir Henry M'Callum of Natal spoke at Greytown praising General Louis Botha. He urged fraternal cooperation between British and Boer races to aid the building of the country and welcomed Botha as a prospective Natal colonist.
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Lord Mayor Announces Honour Amid General Rejoicing
London dispatch dated June 2 reports Sir J. C. Dimdate, the Lord Mayor of London, announcing a tribute for watchers and the fallen. The message is followed by a brief note on general rejoicings and a second entry mentioning Mr. Benost Burleigh in London.
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Pretoria Celebrates King’s Day With Nationwide Joy
The Daily Tetearaph reports Pretoria people parading past midnight singing God Save the King and expressing happiness. Churches in Dublin and elsewhere held Thanksgiving as Canada England and American celebrations echoed general holiday joy. St Paul’s Cathedral and Chapel Royal closed services with Now Thank We All Our God.
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Times comments on postwar mood and empire pride
London dispatch reports The Times arguing that the late republics are incorporated, with no compromise or treaty, and that surrender terms are the same as those offered by the modern government in March 190. It praises national unity, temper, and the Empire’s resilience after Napoleon’s fall, while noting polarized reactions in papers such as Sustandard Daily Chronicle and Le Pageblatt.
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Irish Nationalist Speech by John Redmond in London
Mr John Redmond MP urged conciliation with the colonies while asserting Ireland’s goodwill. He called for renotification of the Irish position and stated that Britain should restore freedoms for self-government and independence to its colonies. He condemned coercive measures and stressed Ireland’s support for peaceful reform.
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Peace News Sparks Wide Royalist Jubilation Across Colonies
The report details reactions to the end of the war in South Africa with remarks from Nir Zke the State Premier and Lord Hepetatin. Messages from Sir Joseph Ward for New Zealand and Sir G S Clarke in Victoria praise peace, while Melbourne rallies celebrate with music and flags.
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Peace Treaty Echoes Through Empire After South Africa War
Reported reflections on wartime unity and the peace treaty. Admirals and ministers note diminished demonstrations, while the war strengthened loyalty to Britain. Delegates Welcome peace, emphasizing egal rights and evangelism openness across South Africa and within the Empire. Local crowds in Parramatta greet news with bells and flags.
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NSW Soldiers and Marne Troops Telegraphic Dispatches
A telegraphic dispatch from the Chief Casualty lists deaths from enteric fever in May for Private J. St Morrison of the 3rd Regiment and Private O M’Kay of the First Australian Commonwealth Marine. The Mamita transport is reported leaving Natal May 22 with NSW Mounted Rifles and New Zealand troops aboard. Court notices record sentences for theft at Newtown and a threshing plot. a railway offense brought a fine. Cabinet notes say retrenchment affects naval forces by £40,000. A public meeting in Newtown backs reducing NSW Legislative Assembly members to eighty.
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Far Children's Hacking Cough Remedy Ad 1864
An 1864 advertisement promotes a great peppermint cure called Relieves the Lungs and Alda Expectora Hon Chamberisin's Cough Remedy. It claims relief for night coughing in children and is presented as a patent medicinal product.
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Terrible Eruptions Hit Mont Pelee in St Pierre
The Deputy Mayor of St Pierre escaped the town as Mount Pelee erupted with lava and mud. Reports say earthquakes preceded the blast and that contact with water triggered the deadly explosion.
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Oceana
St. Pierre
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Butler
Coronation holidays proclaimed at Pretoria and London
Public notices announce holidays in Pretoria and London for late June through June 27. Officials declare official days off, affecting government and public services. The proclamation sets dates during a period spanning June 22 to June 27.
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London
Haveven
Pretoria
China duties shift proposed by Shanghai commission
London on June 2 reports the Chinese Commission at Shanghai ordered a pause in transforming the old duties. The plan favors replacing silver with gold in the rate, due to rising demand for the Derwent of the Indian independence movement and a desire to align duties with a gold standard.
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Chinnse Comails
Shanghai
Bar Silver Prices and Brand Warnings
London market update reports bar silver at 11 15 1 2d per ounce standard. The notice cautions buyers that only BANDER AND SO brands are reliable and safe, while others may be defective or dangerous.
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