Roberts's Entry Unopposed Assails Pretoria Advance
Reports from London and Pretoria describe General Roberts entering Pretoria unopposed after multi day maneuvers. British forces including Guards Brigade and Imperial Yeomanry moved from Grange Grove to seize key positions while Boer resistance was dispersed by artillery support and cavalry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pretoria
Delagoa Bay
Lord Roberta
Sant Roberto
Grange Grove
Johannesburg
Royal Artillery
Lijtenants
Ian Hamilton
British seize dynamite factory near Pretoria
London reports at 6 10 a m on June 5 that British forces seized the dynamite factory at Moddersfontein three miles southeast of Pretoria. Commandant de la Rey reportedly holds the keys of the establishment after surrounding it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Moddersfontein
Pretoria
Ikta
Commandant de la Rey
Boers Trek North From Pietersburg Bechauna News
Khama in London reports that Boers who were at Pietersburg are trekking north. Pietersburg sits on the railway about miles from Prevoria as the movement continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Pieteraburg
Pisterabure
Prevoria
Hunter at Lichtenburg London June 5 1918
Lieutenant General Sir A. Hunter and the 19th Division advance toward Lichtenburg 13 miles west of Fre with no opposition after a tollsom march through flooded terrain. Colonel BT Mahon, separated for days, reunites with Hunter. Two small patrols are captured by the Boers as they press toward farm holdings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Sir A. Hunter
Wateriesa Cooning
Lichtenburg
Fretoria
BT. Mahon
Shareking
Gtr 4
Hanter
Steyn at Vrede cornered as Lindley occupation looms
Burghers at Vrede in the Orange River Colony watch President Steyn to block his escape after the occupation of Lindley. London reports tension rising as authorities seek to trap the leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steyn
Vrede
Burghers
London
Orange River Co Jony
Arte
Lindley
Bie
Rundle and Brabant in Touch Amid Frontline Movements
London reports Lt. Gen. Gir H. Rundis with the sth Division near Fittoria in contact with Bajec-Demaral Brabant after recent clashes. Boers retreat toward Bethlehem forty three miles from Sanskal as Commandant de Villiers, badly wounded, fights alongside British forces near Mask tore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Gir H. ‘M. Rundis
Sth
Fitteroia
Bajec-Demaral Bra
Weer Seoskal
Flight preparations amid Kruger aide visit to Dutch creator
A private secretary to President Kruger met Dutch creator Fritsland and tied in Detagon Baz in London on June 5. The expexted temperate persona was noted, with speculation about beard style and wartime considerations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Frealdent Kruger
Creieer Fritsland
Reitz Leaves Delagoa Bay with Gold Valued at £150000
London June 1 Aboard the German steamer Deareih Mrs Ralts wife of a secretary leaves Delagoa Bay with her family. She takes gold valued at £110,000 and there are further details about the voyage and amount of wealth carried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mes. Reitz
Delagoa Bay
London
Mra Ralts
Traunveil Secraary
Beate
Mra. Leitz
Rebels Attack Near Dougas Reveals Plan And Courage
London June 6 The Faber spruit attack on Lieutenant General Sir Charles Warren near Dougas May 29 was carefully planned and daring in execution The Yeomanry behaved with coolness and courage Several Warren aides were wounded a noted Griqualand sharp shooter was salted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Charles Werrsn
Faberspruit
Dougas
Charlow Warren
Sunday Times Fund Plans Gift to Baden-Powell
A Sydney fundraiser by the Sunday Times and Referee has raised about £700 for a present to General Baden-Powell. Subscriptions come from all parts and a presentation charger is proposed. A Town Hall meeting appointed Mr Carey treasurer and Thos R Roydhouse secretary to organize the gift and its presentation details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunday Times
Wnd
Baden-Powell
Pillant
Mafeking
Astrallai Gold
Town Hall
Carey
Treseurer
R. Roydhouse
Sydney
Mobe troops report to Capetown voyage
The cablegram from the Governor confirms troop movement via steamship toward Capetown for a joint mission. A veterinary-surgeon is aboard to advise on animal care. This transcontinental contingent arrives from New South Wales to join the forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ube
Capetown
New Bauch Wales
Boxers surround missionaries in China as violence escalates
London reports British and American missionaries near Puo-tog-fu faced siege by Boxers. Attacks injure and kill, with railway lines damaged and a Chinese defense routed. The Tsung-li-Famen considers Russian troop offers to quell the rebellion. Two missionaries, J W Norman and Charles Robinson, are captured and murdered amid broader chaos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Puo-tog-fu
Ekin
Imperial
Prince Ching
Teung-Il-Yamen
J. W. Norman
Mr. Robinson
North Chive
Tentain
Charles Robinson
SE Boniface Missionary College
Warminster
Wiltshire
North Chiog
Scott
Mining report details Lucknow Sully's yields and gold prospects
Wyalong dispatch notes Lucknow Company ore output at Sully's and 17 tons for the Jatam Proprietary, with crushing progress at Hampden and Pooliy pits. Prospecting near Klondike reports ground pegged, cyanide and chlorination recoveries cited, and multiple plants and crews assembling for future crushing at Nicolae, Reymond's, and other sites.
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Wyalong
Lucknow
Sully's
Jatam
May
Klondike
Chanoon
Hampden
Pooliy
Kimberley
Ry Alla
Wiuae Jn Ainkme Fhiey
Given
LN & Price
Weyrom
Luebnow Compsty
Tony
Nicolae and Reymond’a
Junction Company
Turtand
Formenol
Union Telbutore
Coulson
Party
Prince of Wales
Competitive Examination Notices Shake Up Local Hiring
The notice outlines a competitive examination process with several applicants and dates. It mentions nominees will be appointed through a formal selection to fill positions, including references to timing, locations, and involved officials. The document lists candidates and steps toward eligibility, exam administration, and appointment procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sovernnie
Tatie Teeyies
Fosnett
Somparatnrn
Bassin
Pantanilla
Doe
Rollins
Setar
Indian Famine Fund Concert Presented in Town Hall
A concert connected with the Indian Famine Fund, organized by M. Wiegand, will be held at the Town Hall this evening. Sydney's professional artists have donated their services, and Mr B. Lewis Seat will present a realisation. The programme promises uncommon excellence and aims to attract many to support a worthy cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Wiegand
Town Hall
Sydney
B. Lewis
Parkes
Haynes
N.C.L. Tetlulug
Sophie Charlotte
Ehip
Redfern
Willian Donaldson
Carter
Wilvesting
Duck
Fourtepedere
Auburbe
Cesk
Charles Arnold
Jones
Melbourne
North Breland
Joba
Onborna
TLN
Garden Hill
Commercisl
Genking
Avarts
Hase
Auctions and hospital notices mix with Australian news
Auction ads list pianos and furniture at multiple Sydney streets including Walker Street North Sydney and Broadway Glebe with various buyers. Reports describe customs revenue, hospital extensions, ship arrivals, a Darlinghurst court acquittal, and local council meetings on harbor resumption and road works with market optimism and public projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rovine
Walker-street
North Sydney
Clarke and Solontor
Toland Curios
Williamsstreet
Pauldington
A. G Jenkins
Broadway
Glebe
J. Brown and Company
Camden-street
Newtown
Guide and Company
Tramway Strike Sparks Severe Riots in St Louis
United States dispatch reports serious riots in St Louis amid a tramway strike by streetcar workers. Strikers allegedly maltreated drivers and passengers. several women reportedly stripped. About a thousand volunteers have been enrolled to aid in maintaining order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
BT. Louis
London
Louie
Way
MES and Brown Potter Divorce in London Court
Mr J Brown-Potter has secured a divorce from his wife, the actress Miss Core Cranhart, citing desertion. The article traces her marriage to Colonel David Urquhart of New Orleans in 1882, her rise in London theatre, and world travels, including Australia twice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown-Potter
London
J. Brown-Potter
Mmrs. Brown-Potter
Core Cranhart
David Urquhart
New Orleans
J.B. Potige
New York
Potter
Haymarket
Australia
Brighton Weights and Races Trial Stakes Summary
Brighton weights and handicap entries listed for races on Thursday June 7 including Trial Stakes 15h, Fempy Handicap, Bexley Handicap and Brighton Handicap. Notable horses named include Lady Lite et Ab, Ruby Ty Naller, Sea Nymph, Myrtle, Coral, Church Belle, Stockbelle, Footnotes show various weights and distances across four furlongs events and a one mile trot with many entries and scratch notes.
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Albert TA
Mamee
Will Oats
Ruby Ty Naller
Stockings
Iate Meather Balle
Sea Nymph
Merry Gil Ta
Myrtle
Coral
Church Belle
Locket
Toe Palmer
the Charmer
Lady Mulgrave
Queenie
Hirondelle
Merry Boy
Foam
Pat
Yue Matas
Bexley
Prioresa Yst
Pawn
Little Baste
Tonintall
Znlu Queen
Leehfalr
Stockbelle
Hemony
Deidu
Domilda
Jonot
Lorina
Grighton
Frieniliess Wat
Papaioa
Quairat
Beaiyure
Laurel
Maniidre
Palry Queen
Dread
Don Gleave
Judge Huon
Sliver Fue
Championship draughts tourney at Temperance Hall Pitt Street
A draughts championship was proposed at Mr Drury's Club Temperance Hall Pitt Street with a committee including Drury Brennan Lee Smith and Stormont. Over ninety players have signified intent to join, entry fees around £10, and inquiries via Mrs Drury Wranglers Club Temperance Hall.
Sydney plans and views from 18th century metropolis
A fragmented snippet cites Domesik Syuney and Phillip's plan of Sydney from 1798, noting many views of a growing city. The text references an arterial arbor and a Dovernae-like description, reflecting a Western view of Sydney's early layout and aesthetic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syuney
Phillip
Sydney
Illustrated World War Portraits and Australasian News Mix
A fragmented page lists illustrated artworks and portraits including Queenstown, New Zealand and Johannesburg subjects. It mentions awards, hospital scenes, post office and railway highlights, plus obituaries and notices for several named individuals. Also advertised are portraits of officials, colonial mining topics, fashion items, and a story teaser.
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Kruger
A ‘Anpela
Khama
Hunter
Orange River Colony
Rundle and
Brabant
Griqualand
Baden Powell
China
Lamiet
Munlient
By Levem Bao
Hugh Langwell
M.L.C
Irom
Talma Studion
Monrow
Syter
NAVE
Neon
Temore Hospital
Kiama Cottage Hospital
Orient Company
MLS
Ophir
Landone
Lam
Yorday
Central Criminal Court
Darlinghurst
William Nolte
Thayal Australian Artillery
NLL
Age Trolls Service
Me. H. Stuart. Mul
Owners and Losses
Darlnng Harbor
Springwood
Miwillumbeh
Tweed River
Cahill's
Bollinger River
Tuaker Aopsions
Darlingburst
Charlea Sauniers
Anglo-Spanish Tobacco Company
Cres Wick
Vic
East Ivinle
Annougerd
Sabliruay Wight
Brhon and Bou
Gibb Nes
Juba Forrest
Sheueen
Arid Sen
Anis
San Francisco
Francie Hope
J. K. Laioz
J. Bruce
Mesure Paterson
Laing
Bruce
Yuull Tot Mosse
GS. Yuh Dts Company
J .Mere Viees
Havuie Trading Company
T. Wisw
Wise Brothers
E. G. Grant
Masauy-Harria Company
Beowae
The
Waistier
Gwnere and Leaves" Association
Darning Harbor
Gangon
Joscere
Randwick
Jobo Lee
Dallinghurst
John M'Doneld
Robert Fury
Baying
Linited
Botto
Brasdy
M'ougid
Pury
Docker
Crown Mae
M'Dovsia
Eessuede Andros Anu
W.S.W. Mont du Piste Oo, Ltd
Licly Crest
Courhs
Iim Ie
Sierra Nevada
Port Phillip Heads
Donald Mackintosh
Clgson Abet
Aria
Rahermase
Napier
Gundagal
Hymeat
Eras
W.A
Roebourne
Hall
Hile
Pat Che
Hr. Monger
Victoris
Ir Johm Forrest
Olga Lanes
Feprussutalive
David Jomeez
Ardaay
Wan Sneste
Bert Eee
Celersham Tows Mall
F. A Morgan
Municipal Association
Council Alerk Wi Peterstam
O& Eskalf
Morgan
Nibs
Sony Pete Beatypes
Brighton
Draughts
Beren'y Baking Orage Ss
A. Hall & CO
Hall & CO
A. Ball & CD
A. Hall & Company
SEI
George
Street
HALLS
Liverpool Strue
FOI Ital O
Ors
John Broadwood and Sons
George-street
Equitable
Modern Art Jewellery Company
Pitt-Street
Aletrotn
Carrara Fakin
Burt
Town Ann Country Journal
Austral
Public Schools
Dumdtrell
Tuty OF
Byrney
LYS
Queensland
New Zealand
NEACI
Dalgaty's Wharf
Commissioner Street
Fort OX Hospital Kill
Siw Bridge
Marlee
Bare Beauchamp
National Art Gallery
H. Jacob
Wlc
Donald Wallace
WR Wilsod
Barrus
C. Cameron
J. 1 Kelly
CG. Cripps
Got Burn
Victoria
Hlughard
Phillips Oppenheim
Christie
J. W. Johnston & Gr
George -Theet
Onn
Kaseileead
Elie Conranen
Marshall
Shuies
Joris
Stuure
Iello
S. Lever
S. D. Asher
DON Dental
King-Street
Only
Geer
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