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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1900
Page
6
London despatches report Lord Roberts announcing Pretoria’s occupation with unconditional surrender demanded by General Botha. Details describe delayed entry, terms rejected, and limited Briton prisoner counts, while Mrs Kruger and Mrs Botha remain in Pretoria and soldiers march at daylight.
In London on June 6 3 53 p m Lieutenant General Hunter with the ith Division and Major General Baden Powell from Mafeking advance toward Potchefstroom while Sir Frederick Carrington and the Imperial Bushmen operate in the north of the Transvaal. Colonel Plumer leads the zap as hundreds of Boers who surrendered at Lichtenburg are sent to Vryburg Bechuanaland on the railway 127 miles from Kimberley.
London dispatch reports President Kruger moved 2,000,000 in cash to Pretoria and did not pay Transvaal officials salaries for May. Daily Telegraph correspondent Bennett Burgh notes the action and timing, highlighting financial measures during the crisis.
Casualties from Lieut General Ian Hamiltons division after the May 29 engagement near Florida total 24 killed and 114 wounded. Most losses occurred among the Gordon Highlanders.
Major Karri Davies of the Imperial Light Horse acted as spokesman for a three man party to demand unconditional surrender as they list the British to enter Johannesburg.
London dispatch reports Lieutenant-General Bir B. M fivindle confirming that Colonel Spragee's battalion of Irish Yeomanry was attacked near Senekal by a much larger Boer force. The unit reportedly engaged for hours, then routed the Boers. 444 of the Yeomanry were captured. Lord Roberts relayed the outcome and hopes for a quick restoration of the unit.
London comments on Lord Taber’s telegram about Yeomanry conduct, lauding the splendid march of Lord Mlettuen and the fine actions of those involved. They emphasize the seriousness of the Bosta ni communications and note Highland Brigade officers including Major-General Macdonald and the 122 Brigade in coverage.
Fragmentary dispatches describe tension in the Picksburg district of the Orames River Colony. Reports mention Major General Chemt ay and Audet Six A.M. Rundle, with claims of looming military action and possible terms being sought by local rebels.
The Boers at Laing's Nek have been quiescent since British operations breached their lines. Reports indicate limited enemy activity with no major engagements recently, as authorities monitor remaining hotspots.
Major G A Lade Carew of the 7th Hussars gains command of the 1st Brigade of the Rhodesian Field Force. The brigade includes the Australian Bushmen under Col Airey and Col Turnbridge. From London, June 6, the Australians in Marandelias Rhodesia cable heartfelt birthday congratulations to the Queen.
Private V. Wakley of the Victorian Mounted Infantry has died in St Kroau from enteric fever. The report notes his service record and the impact on the unit as authorities confirm the casualty.
London June 5 3.85 p.m. Mr 2.4 Hofmeyr leader of the Afrikander party is traveling to Europe from London.
In London the news of Pretoria's downfall sparked great rejoicings across Great Britain though the reaction lacked wild enthusiasm.
London dispatch reports Empress Dowager orders Europe to be faced and Chinese troops barred from hosers. Major H C Higgs leads volunteers defending Tlentaln port. 37 seamen landed and 2000 Cossacks ordered to Pekin for reprisals. Times urges protection of the Tientsin railway amid naval and marine movements.
London dispatch reports Mr E Barton confident Chamberlain will back the compromise on the Commonwealth Bill. Barton says the agreement reflects full knowledge of Queensland affairs. Barton also hopes the bill will be assented by June 28 and federation of Australia will begin on January 3, 1901.
Hillier's Bloemfontein dispatch notes a general Victoria Cross award to an officer and two others at Seonu's Post. Major B J Prince-Hornby and Sergeant Parker are identified among the three recipients, with Burleigh praising Bombardier Guigeou's exceptional bravery at the event.
London June 13.50 pamn Sir Wy BL Wal rond Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasury told Tiverton constituents there would be no imminent dissolution of Parliament. He affirmed the government has no plan to dissolve Parliament soon.
The War Office released a weekly casualty report for the South African Field Force through April showing 40 killed in action and 31 wounded, plus 91 deaths from disease, 2 accidental deaths, and 4 invalids sent home. Total casualties from all causes reach 9,070 with missing and prisoners at 3,929, plus 4,088 total missing or prisoners. Over 22,000 total losses when deaths at sea and hospital recoveries are included. mortality rate shown as 422 per cent of total.
London June 6 at 3 08 p m the Berlin Post portrays the meat inspection regulation as prejudicial to Australian meat exports and urges resistance to any attempt at foreign interference in domestic affairs. The piece credits Sir F Lascelles as a key figure and notes the British ambassador’s stance on the issue.
In London on June 8 during a benefit match for J. T. Hearne, A. J. Ladder scored 621 and then intentionally allowed himself to be stumped while playing for Middlesex against Somersetshire at Lord's.
A telegram from Laurence Marques reports twelve Boers escaped from Simons Town camp. They eluded guards, reached Simonstown beach, seized a boat, then sailed at sea. Near Table Bay they were found by the French steamer Coratelles, cared for by the crew, and have since proceeded to Pretoria.
A London dispatch from June 6 notes rising leprosy cases in Cuba and an outbreak of plague at Mauritius with new cases confirmed. The reports emphasize growing health concerns across distant regions.
Joseph Linneh aged 42 of Rookwood was killed at Jocad railway station when a moving train toppled him as he attempted to board. The wheels passed over his back. death occurred within hours. Also notes military enlistment updates and local proceedings with brief items from Adelaide.
May 1 St Helena reports a third batch of Boer prisoners arriving aboard the steamship Berarian, totaling 1099, with minor illnesses noted. Capetown confirms a Boer prisoner named Dewet at Greenspoint Camp attempted escape last night. he was shot by Warwickshire Militia and died, then buried with two companions. Descriptions mention prison camp conditions and heavy clerical congestion at the wharf as transfers proceed.
Mr Mackensie presided at Strathnild Town Hall for a Canterbury electorate public meeting supporting Mr Sydney Sulih. Speakers including Mr Smith and Mr Q H Keld criticized opponents, defended government actions in South Africa and quarantine policies, and defended police and justice handling amid allegations of perjury and public trust concerns. A vote of confidence in the candidate was carried.
At Hickson's Hall Enfield a Canterbury election candidacy meeting endorsed Mr T W Taylor. Speakers included J Pega Minister for Mines and Agriculture and Alderman Archer with notes on government support and the need to safeguard constitutional interests. A strong Canterbury campaign committee formed as John Hurley retires to favor Taylor.
New music items feature the forward song Lost Tears by W A Calllach with words by J Le Colledge. It opens in D minor with a plaintive recitative and accompanied by refined harplike flourishes. Also noted is The Call of the Empire by Buterpellia with chorus and accompaniment. Bevan voices a stance on expanding newspaper coverage beyond religious and ecclesiastical reporting at the federal church convention in Melbourne.
Harry Restall, 40, long time employee of the 6rth Shore Peery Company, fell overboard on the Wallaroo during the Moan to Sydney trip near Fort Denisa and Kieripill Point. Despite a search by crew and police, he was not found. Restall, a pool swimmer, had recently received a national bravery award and lived with his mother at Campbell Street, Surry Hill.
In a Wednesday Dance Court tenancy case New South Wales Mortgage Loan and Agency Company sued Maria Caroline Darling Bowmah. Claims 2300 for rent at Dawaom House Botany and 1285 undisbursed. Defendant contends new loss from October 1497 raising weekly payment. jury returned verdict for plaintiff company of 2120.65.
Reports outline plague outbreaks and health actions in Pyrmont and Sydney areas, detailing suspected cases, inoculation plans, and public health measures. Included are notes on the Belmore Health Committee, sanitation efforts, and local council discussions on street conditions and mortality figures for the period.
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