Surrendered Boers Tried and Shot at Pretoria
London dispatch reports two Boers who surrendered to the British were court martialed for attempting to rejoin commandos after taking an oath of neutrality. They were found guilty and executed. An armed group that swore neutrality tried to escape Pretoria. a sentry was wounded, three Boers escaped, three recaptured, and the three who were sentenced to death were executed while one sentence was remitted due to youth.
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Prevoria
In the Transvaal Fight Continues as Commandos Surrender
London reports June 1 with Colonel Calderbrandeir's column clashing with Boer forces near Nyoom, five killed and 160 prisoners. Debating river fight at Pivonars rages as Kitchener confirms Surrender at Waseensbure and Meromimanda with 100 men surrendering and others still in pursuit.
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Raid of Cape Raiders Reported Near London
On June 13 a British dispatch from Cape Raiders at London describes Colonel Haig awarding the Grange River and capturing a group of raiders near Cortmundest Kruitzinger, with details noting a key prize secured and forces involved.
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Victoria Cross Awarded for Gallantry at Arundel
Sergeant Firth of the Wear Hiding Regiment receives the Victoria Cross for conspicuous gallantry at Arundel in action. The award, announced today, honors his repeated bravery under fire and steadfast leadership during the operation.
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Australian Casualties Report from Amersfoort and Stanstead
Private J Morrison of the New Zealand Mounted Rifles and Private Sidney Dodds of the South Queensland Bushmen were wounded at Amersfoort. Sergeant P Murnle of the Australian Bushmen died of enteric fever at Stanstead.
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Battle at VlaKfon Tein Fueled by Unfounded Reports
London June 1 Remter's Agency notes that reports of a Boer killing at VlaKfon Tein involving a cutnaut and a sergeant at artillery were unfounded. The story arose from wounded men and lacks basis, according to the agency.
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Transvaal concessions questioned by London inquiry
London report states a commission investigating the legality of Transvaal concessions recommends considering the rightful holders of the Netherlands Subway Company as deserving favorable review. It notes the dynamite monopoly issue and its legal vulnerability, suggesting potential lapse if not resolved.
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Fire damages Euryalus yard at Barrow in Furness
A fire swept the yard of Vickers Sons and Maxim at Barrow in Furness damaging the twin screw collider Euryalus. Armor plates buckled as the vessel was being built there. A torpedo destroyer Daring suffered an explosion with one stoker killed and four sailors injured. Tallow sales in London saw 690 casks sold. Cuba’s Nationalist party becomes more defiant against US influence. Hawker’s widow, linked to former Australian leaders, is noted in society notices.
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Edict Orders Destruction of Archives in Imperial Library
Reuters reports from Pekin that an edict telegraphed from Langfang ordered destruction of all archives. The Imperial Library in the Forbidden City was reportedly set afire. Prince Ching and Li Hung Chang denied receiving the telegram while Mr Rock Will, the United States representative, relayed word of the transmission.
Germans at Shanghai receive no explanation from Germany
London June 12 The Earl of Cranborne parliamentary secretary for the Foreign Office told the House of Commons last night that Germany landed troops at Shanghai in September to maintain order and to keep a garrison there for the present. He had no knowledge that Germany had given Britain any explanation of its intentions. The House fell silent at this remark.
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Britain’s Commercial Supremacy in China Debate
June 13 London. Earl of Cranborne told a London Chamber of Commerce deputation that trader enterprise is a prerequisite to maintaining commercial supremacy in China and Britain. He said Wells defined treaty debate was pressed courteously but firmly, and critics saw limited success in Russia relations.
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Plague at Hong Kong reported in weekly tally
London dispatch notes a week ending June 12 reporting 11 plague cases in a city region with 105 fatalities. The brief timeline and fatality count underscore a severe outbreak during the period.
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Ane
McKinley rejects third term bid amid rumors
United States President McKinley in London declares he will not accept a third term from his party. He says his sole ambition is to serve a full term accepted by the people. Mrs. McKinley, ill with bleeding, remains in danger.
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M'Kinley
Uat
Opening of the Cortes Report From London June
The Queen Regent Maria Christina announced in the Speech from the Throne that reforms would include army and monetary shifts, municipality changes, suppression of certain religious orders, and reductions to relieve the country clergy. She urged national unity for her son Alfonso XII as the Cortes convened in London.
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Shevel
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Lincoln June Mest results at the Lindum Plate
English Sporting reports the Lincoln June Meeting with the Lindum Plate over a straight mile. Notable entries include Goesander by Galliante Rose and Ichi Ban by Best Men Callone. Other contenders mentioned are Sailor Boy and Kathleen with varied placements and owners listed.
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Australian bowlers win four-rink match at Southampton
The Australian bowling team won by 14 points in a four-rink match at Southampton yesterday. Scores show winners Mr Wood of Victoria 19, Mr Hans Bentley of Victoria 20 to 19, and Mr Cudden of Victoria 24 to 18.
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English cricket team to tour Australia led by Maclaren
London June 12 Mr Maclaren will take out an English cricket team to Australia. The team will include G L Jensop of Gloucestershire and Cambridge University A A Liller of Warwickshire and T Hayward of Surrey.
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Britain Germany Commercial Relations Prolonged Favored Nation
London June 1 Poland the German Fevers Court has sanctioned the prolongation until further notice of the most favored nation treatment to Great Britain and her coming exempt Canada.
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Mining shares and wild foxes in Molong district
London market notes show Chilingow Railway and Misex at £1 3d, Mount Lyell at £4 0s 0d, North Mount Lyell at 23 Ga TIX. Settlement quotes £129 per ton, three months £126 1s. Foxes proliferate in Molong district as Ward Harrison brings in a fox skin measured over seven feet. Shot by William Pearos of Rexdy Creek.
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State Elections Rally At Town Hall Crowd Packs Seats
A large gathering at the Town Hall witnessed a Government push for state elections. Speakers defended Lyne ministry records, old age pensions, and public works while railing at opposition critique as campaign and budget details dominated the evening.
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Sew
Imperial Parliament Debates Education Bill and Irish Issue
The House discusses Education Bill and the Irish question amid government criticism. Leaders pledge action on land reform and expansion of public health acts, with amendments to licensing and copyright provisions and plans for voluntary landlord sales and reform of labor provisions.
Randwick Training Notes Describe Morning Track Work
A muddy OCR filled report from Randwick details fitness work and workouts for multiple horses. It notes track conditions, flat gallops, and several named runners in various furlong and mile sessions, with references to drivers, obstacles, and a monthly institute meeting context.
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