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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1901
Page
5
In the Transvaal during the Boer War Major-General Kir Bindon Blood led a surprise attack against General Botha with 100 men and two guns. Botha and his commando retreated leaving wagons and matériel behind as pursuit followed.
In Damaraland London on June 27 1948 reports say a Gerrean force moved women and children from the Tradevaal into Ua Maraland. Ten men were arrested by Gerrean authorities and placed under detention.
Major-General Campbell's column cleared the Hurtismit Bethlehem and Spurkan districts of the Orange River Colony and captured or destroyed large quantities of forage, erwin, flour, 2650 horses, 2300 caliio, and 1.06 acro.
London reports casualties among Australian forces. Private J Coatley of the New South Wales Mounted Infantry was severely wounded at Klerksdorp. Sergeant T J Molun of the Victorian 10th R? died at Turkastad from malaria. Lieutenant Splma and Sergeant WW Waite of the Victorian Mounted Infantry were slightly wounded at Hameltontein.
Surgeon-Lieutenant Kelly of the Victorian Imperial Bushmen has sailed for England on June 27, reported as part of naval movements. The departure reflects ongoing deployment shifts while Britain hosts medical and military contingents.
President Kruger visited Rotterdam yesterday and received an ovation as a firewell lowers before him.
June 27 London reports allege that Emily Hobhouse was accused of exaggerating refugee conditions in South Africa. Advocates deny the claims while supporters say conditions are dire and require scrutiny by the Debull Headrew Committee.
Sir Miichael Ticks Beach, chancellor of the exchequer, urged optimism at a Mansion House dinner, saying Britain was greater than ever and would meet emergencies. The Marquis of Salisbury, prime minister, predicted early complete victory in South Africa and warned that violations of British frontiers would deter outsiders from challenging Britain.
London dispatch reports American banker J Pierpont Morgan pledging one million dollars toward Harvard Medical School. The fund, directed to Cambridge, Massachusetts, ties to the institution founded by the General Court in 1618 and John Harvard of Emmanuel College, Cambridge.
London reports show Consols at 30 percent, down four points on Friday. American wheat supply details from Bradstreet’s indicate a large stock figure. Berlin’s market remains unsettled as German suspensions ease. Lascars case: Peninsular and Oriental will comply with Justice Mathew’s ruling on accommodation for seamen. Sydney hiring updates note seven applicants shortlisted for Town Clerk post. Antwerp market trends show price declines in certain commodities as trade details emerge.
Six six members of the colonist party present a memorial to Mr. A. 4, Halfour, First Lord of the Treasury, urging him to introduce a Grand Committee into the question of the Deceased Wife's Sister Bill.
London June 27 Sir Michael Hicks Beach the Chancellor of the Exchequer has agreed to a reduction of the coal export duty on low priced small and patent fuel and has abandoned £050,000 duty derivable from ranging coal contracts.
A bye election held yesterday in Stratfort to fill the Conservative vacancy caused by Colonel Milward's death resulted in Vanter Liberal Unionist winning by 17 votes over the anti liberal candidate. Pro-Boer views influenced much of the contest. Colonel Milward had previously held the seat.
London June 27 Dr George Murray head of scientific staff on the Discovery will not proceed Grand Melbourne. Captain Robert Suuit KN commander to appoint a principal member to lead scientific work as per Murray plan. Task to explore Rose Ice Barrier and locate Mawson barrier eastward while detailing ice formation and geography. Landing options to be chosen after assessing wintering feasibility.
Fragmentary notes describe anti clerical actions in Spain with threats to burn churches in a town. Mentions destroyed parish church and chapels, a factory employing 120, and coal mines in the region. Nonsense phrases and garbled words limit clarity of events and dates.
Ameerstan erects modern forts along the Oxus River in the Amu region, plans heavy Krug guns, and purchases Krupp artillery with subsidies cited. Reports note northern border isolation from Russian Turkenian areas and new fortifications advancing coastal defense.
In Vienna speculation intensifies over a plot against the Austro-Hungarian Emperor. Reported rumors claim several persons are involved, stirring public concern amid tense political rumors.
London June 27 The Imperial Appellate Court conference discussed a proposal for the colonial appellate court. Delegates included Colonial Secretary Chamberlain Lord Chancellor and officials from Canada Australia and British Guiana with Natal and other Crown colonies represented. The plan aims to fix government structure and policy.
At the Royal Colonial Institute reunion in London on June 27 notable attendees included Jord and Jay Grasney Sir Arthur Elibank Hivelock the new Governor of Tasmania Lady Navelock and Me Ghuate United States ambassador in London and Mrs Choate.
June 27 reports in London desks note the South Australian Company blocked a site for the Victoria Memorial Home at Adelaide while shipping news mentions the Ortona steamer due at Adelaide July 29. The piece also records the death of Hon Eric Lascelles at Cheltenham and outlines brief political positions in West Australia.
In Galashiels Scotland yesterday the Australian team lost 91 to 61 as multiple rinks finished with low scoring margins. Individual results show Henigan 11 25 Bentley 11 30 Rodgers 24 8 Thaldon 15 28. Earlier in Dunfermline Scotland New Zealand were defeated by six points with Dunfermline winning and New Zealand trailing.
London reports the Lusitania ran ashore at Cape Ballard Newfoundland on the Liverpool to Montreal voyage. About 500 passengers were aboard. all were saved despite a panic as boats were approached. Officers regained control as women and children were assisted ashore. The vessel, built by Laird Brothers, sailed 378 feet, 41 = 4 tons, and was operated by Elder Dempster and Company on the Liverpool Montreal route. Cape Ballard lies near Cape Ruve, Newfoundland.
June 37 Paris The French Senate has banished Count Eugene de Lur Saluces for five years for plotting against the Republic with M Deroulede. Deroulede received two years in prison and ten years banishment for insulting the High Court and conspiracy. The Times notes Royalists will push France toward upheaval before elections.
A late passenger train at Katoomba collided with a stationary goods train in the station yard, overturning and damaging cars and the passenger engine. Wet conditions hid the danger, but no serious injuries or traffic delays occurred as locals and Penrith crews cleared the line. The event, the third on the mountain route in weeks, renews calls for duplication of the line.
Mails close at the G P Q tomorrow for Port Mackqualling and Nambucca River via the Rose Maim for Brisbane via Leura at for Auckland New Zealand Navigator Islands Honolulu United States Canada United Kingdom and Europe via the Mariposa at 11 30 am for Wellington NZ per Mokoia at noon for Montevideo Buenos Aires Rio de Janeiro from Wellington per Walwera at noon for the Richmond River per Tomi at 3 pm for the Clarence River per Kallating at 9 pm for Cooktown Thursday Island and Gulf ports via Brisbane per the Maranee at 9 30 pm for Strahan Zeehan and West Coast of Tasmania via Melbourne per the Kawatiri at 9 30 pm
A defence return shows 1461 permanent forces with 61 praised, 45 dismissed, 246 discharged in the year to March 1. An in memoriam service and memorial for Trooper Robertson N S W Mounted Rifles, killed in South Africa, will be at All Saints Woollahra Sunday at 3 30 pm. Newcastle port rates for trimming vessels jump near 100 percent, with tenders from 114d to 344d per ton. First electioneering fatality at Cassilis as Walter Wilson, 54, fell from a balcony at the Royal Hotel while addressing locals. Cardinal Moran opened Bandar Ryde on Wednesday to aid St Charles School, urging religious education for morality. War against rheumatism ad concludes with Wolts’s Soksappa praised as a remedy.
Shipping arrivals include vessels from Melbourne Clarence River and Rich mond River. Captains King Magee Walker Paulaon Canty Le Neves Gow M’Gibbons J M’Gibbons. Passengers named include Roberta Deneyer Maccallsim and others. Vessels carry hundreds to thousands of tons, with crews and agents from LL Company Burrumbeet Muddart Parker Gard S.N Company Je Liverpool and others.
High water at Sydney Cove. Aberdeen slesmer lists passengers and cargo for Capetown and Nawli My, with varied cargo including flour, wool, meat, leather, and oils. Frequent ships mentioned include RMS Oceana, Mariposa, Orbe, Moana, and Marlin Prusee. Yap island salvage notes detail Norddeutscher Lloyd Muenchen stranding and rescue efforts. several vessels arrive or depart, with cargo and crew movements across routes to London, Sydney, and Liverpool.
A maritime negligence case centers on an engine room accident that killed Walter Patrick Michurty. The jury found the defendant not liable for the main injury, but the court addressed contributory negligence and special findings across four counts, with the fourth count set aside. The verdict proceeded under a divided liability assessment regarding the incident aboard the defendant's vessel near Sydney.
The article touts Panler and Leos Eucalypt Extract as a universal remedy for coughs colds influenza and minor injuries. It claims powerful effects against inflammation and respiratory illnesses and notes royal patronage and medals from an international exhibition.
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