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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1901
Page
5
Fragmentary lines describe Boer War action with troop movements and casualties near Zand Mver Poort north west of Warmind. Reports mention a 15 ton vessel and bombardment efforts, unclear details due to OCR errors. Named places and forces appear, but the text is heavily garbled.
A London disaster story reports widespread damage and casualties with references to officials and residents recalling events. The account names victims and responders while detailing the chaos and aftermath across the city and surrounding areas.
A fragmentary report describes a mounted unit movement near Holle involving Major Mludvo and infantry. The text hints at an ambush or action with plans to engage the mounted force.
Fragmentary OCR text from a Cape Raiders game item outlines a clash near London with partial names and stray terms. Content is garbled, lacking clear teams, dates, scores, or outcomes to summarize a coherent event.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference prisoners and a figure labeled Victor General Bilint, with mentions of Orange River, Chlowy, and troubling conditions. The garbled text limits precise meaning but suggests a report on prisoners and harsh treatment or conditions. Names and places appear tentative due to OCR errors.
In London on June 18 a report details prisoners of war with a focus on numbers and status. The item presents limited readable data including prisoner counts and origins, reflecting wartime record keeping.
London news notes President Kruger cautious about selling his Transvaal and Natal assets while reviewing British, French, and Continental bonds. Market observers weigh potential shifts in colonial holdings and currency implications amid ongoing tensions.
14 wounded and 266 prisoners among Boer forces, 165 wounded in action, plus 1% casualties noted. British forces report cattle losses, 108 horses and rounds of ammunition captured. Major Graceat Keenott notes these captures during the Urende River campaign.
The speech reports Mr Rhodes addressing Mrs Peel Rhodes and others, discussing colonial control and pacification plans. It notes tensions between Natal, the northern state, Cape Colony, and intended moderation with the Transvaal and Crooke River Colony amid rebellion.
In London the War Secretary John Brodrick answered a Commons question about refugee camps. He cited 27,738 in the Transvaal interiors and 254 in Natal camps, with 24,000 in Cape Colony. The debate across government aimed to place refugees with proper consolsation and address their seating at the camps.
Bir H Campbell Bannerman charged harsh conditions in concentration camps as barbarous while John Brodrick denied inhumane treatment of Tuguees. He warned leniency prolonged war. MayMortality spike in Johunnishiire camp noted amid rationing and diet issues. Debate saw Liberal Mr Halong interrupting and government faced votes on refugees with large margin against reform.
In London on June 14 the secretary stated the government generally agrees with the principles of the report by Lord Maebowron on the financial position of the Transvaal. A final decision would be made by Lord Alliner after applying the report’s recommendations.
The Wellington Law Society requests the district committee consider restoring the defendant's appeal. Notes indicate support from the law society and related entities, aiming to prompt reconsideration of the case and its procedural status.
A garbled 1994 British royal note mentions the Empress of Tsela Elvi s Wy and Queen Victoria lineage with a murder case in Colchester and an extradition connection. The Adelaide and London market blurbs note a king, birds, and shifts in silver and wheat prices with standard quotes.
Constable Frederick Willi Harkus of the Refera volloe face died Monday morning after a naval duty near the Quarantine Station. He was 4 years old in age, reportedly a Parvemiste resident and brother of the late Vorporal Ren Harkila. The funeral will be at Waver Jey Jouay with police band leading.
A newborn female body was found on rocks near Woolloomooloo Bay by an Aborists Department worker. The remains were in an advanced state of decomposition and likely five days old. It was taken to Circular Quay morgue as authorities notify the coroner. The incident follows a storm in Spencer's Gulf where three lives were lost and a barge tow failed to assist.
London reports Sir M H John Stoo, Special Commissioner for the Uganda Protectorate, confirming Mr Grogan's discovery of a race of ape-like men near the Congo forests, distinct from the Awarfs. The finding is presented as a notable exploration note from June 18.
In London on June 8 at 1.20 p.m. A. C. Jones captain of Nottinghamshire scored 24 for Notts against Sussex. Cap Wit Greig played for Hampshire against Lancashire and also tallied 24. The match reports reflect early scoring from both sides.
London June 18 report notes Britain refuses China’s request to raise opium duties. The terse dispatch cites Great Britain as opposing the demand and highlights tensions over trade and diplomatic friction surrounding the opium issue.
London June 15 The New Zealand team defeated Abe Poppy Shaw Club of Glasgow by four to two. Mayinge and the Twink bowlers led New Zealand with strong performance as the match concluded yesterday.
In Somaliland a British night march surprised Mulla of Soguiht near Gah. British main column pressed Ali Mab's position at Gah while Mullah and forces struck back, Somalis repulsed twice with casualties. British losses reported as 1.
Shipping arrivals list vessels in port June 18 and 19 with captains, tonnages, and origins including Bajeman's Bay Newcastle Townevilly Newcanlie and Brisbane. Departures note Rockton and Wodonga sailing June 14 bound for Brisbane and northern ports.
The Brisbane and Sydney maritime columns list arrivals and departures of multiple vessels. Pending ships include the RMS Moana for Vancouver and Honolulu via Brisbane, and the Eastern bound for Hongkong via Japan, with Guthrie scheduled to depart Cheater Quay for Hongkong and Japan. Several four-masted ships from Antofagasta, Willepa Harbor, Liverpool, and Glasgow, plus P&O liners and local freight steamers, are noted with routes and voyage days.
Melbourne reports detail a royal banquet to honor the opening of the Commonwealth Parliament. Guests included the Governor General, ministers, and state officials, with toasts to the King, Duke of Cornwall, and the Governor General. The event celebrated Australia’s new federal legislature amid remarks on colonial ties and national unity.
A colonial dinner at the Motel Cecil in London on June 18 drew notable guests including the Earl of Jersey Major General Buller and General Sir Redvers Buller. The event showcased strong imperial sentiment with speeches urging colonial enlistment and unified support for Britain’s global involvement.
London reports the French submarine Dont Narvales stayed submerged for many hours with crew fatigue and seasickness affecting the crew before conditions eased. Sir John A Cockburn awarded for his Australia Commonwealth paper. Russell divorce case leader of a bigamy charge following Nevada decree.
Randwick council authorised spending about £350 for Dorouin and surrounding repairs in Doncaster Avenue Per-street and Maunt-street. Plans include Campbell street, paving in front of gb2, cricket reserve on Allison road, and painting park fences. The Commonwealth Audit Bill was discussed in Melbourne, proposing revenue and expenditure estimates to both houses. Auditor-General salary set at 21000. Chief electoral officers’ meeting opened in Melbourne with limited business due to Sir William Lyne’s absence. Mr George Lewin led explanations awaiting Home Secretary’s return.
A suburban deputation will meet Gas Company directors at 1 p.m. on Monday July 1 to press for lighting of street lamps all year. At Manly council the members debated stopping cattle from entering the park nightly and harming trees. Prices for tea and related goods were listed, and council changes include Hulme as resident engineer and J Brown as turncock. Applications will be advertised for coalbell clerk and inspector of nuisances.
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