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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
5
In the Boer War, Norant Boers surrender at Klerksdorp while professing ignorance of peace negotiations. Foxnox and Avetl report 92,240 pus-Sine Boers capitulated, signaling a pivotal development despite claimed unawareness of talks.
Lt. F. Williams of South West Australia and Captain Colt Coltmen of South Victoria failed to proceed in a London message dated April 20 at 2:40 pm. The fragment ends mid sentence with no further details.
A German pamphlet sold in London claims to publish official reports from Commandants De Leyda y, Smuta, and Liebenberg. It repeats false Boer victory claims and British atrocities, praising Leyda y’s effort to sway Continental sympathy while portraying prisoners and the wounded harshly.
London April 30 240 p.m The Government estimates the war cost in South Africa to end of March next at £222970000 all cost in China £6010000 The new taxation is expected to realise £76025000 and to loan £152415000
In London on April 30, 240 p.a. Right Hon W J Pirie chair of the Belfast shipbuilding arm Harland and Walt says Ar Pierpoot Morgans shipping combine will be detrimental to British interests and of no benefit to British shipping.
Evidence before a court martial at Maulin accuses General Jacob Smith of cruelty to civilians on Samar island. Testimony alleges inhabitants of all ages were massacred by forces and that strict measures were necessary.
In Pekin the Dowager Empress and the Emperor received dignitaries after a pilgrimage to the Eastern Tombs. Officials bowed to the Dowager Empress while the Emperor stood with his retinue, clothed modestly. The Empress appeared calm and greeted several foreign visitors.
Sir F E M Satow British Minister to Pekin along with Yuan Shih kai and Bu You fen signed an agreement outlining conditions for a railway to be built connecting Pekin to Tientsin Shun bal kean and other routes. The pact sets terms for a Chinese railway project linking key cities and powers to resolve transport access.
London reports April 4 2 40 p m crowds in Barcelona cheered the decision of the city council to not celebrate the coronation of King Alfonso XII.
Australian mortgage and land finance debentures traded with mixed moves, typical quotes listed for Queensland Investment, City of Sydney, Talgety, Australian Gaslight and others, along with a market note. In London there were forty two deaths from enteric fever that week, and reports that British troops occupy Belgian territory in the Lado enclave.Further notes: Ophir explosion injures eight aboard the Fulton as it travels from New York to Delaware Bay.
An unusual incident near Horsham Victoria reports a steer calf that drank pew wine and became visibly intoxicated. After a spell rolling on the ground and bellowing, the animal appeared to suffer greatly before recovering somewhat.
London April 30 240 pm The procedure rules were debated in the House of Commons from late yesterday after 5 40 am today There was obstruction by Nationalists and closure was applied after several speeches noted by reporters
London April 30 Earl Spencer disclosed the late Earl of Kimberley matter to Liberal leaders in the House of Lords. The briefing covered the tender terms and implications for Liberal policy moving forward.
London April 30 4 55 p m At Lord's practice Trumble struggled but expects to be fit in ten days members of the team worked systematically before and after yesterday Jones remained absent Howell bowled well Trailing and Putt showed form Saunders limited by collarbone injury with short bowling spells
London reports on April 30 that Mr Mac Laren will this season play for Lancashire. The announcement states he joins the county squad, enhancing Lancashire’s cricket lineup for the upcoming campaign.
English Sporting reports from London dated May 13 on Newmarket First Spring Meeting outcomes. The Two Thousand Guineas Stakes for yearlings saw Sceptre by Persimmon Ornament and Pistol by Carbine among contenders. prizes include 300 to the second, and shares for the third. Names include Mr HS Sievier and Mr d Gubbins among owners.
The Australian gamblers Cavey Middleton Clari Forrester Kaward Lovelock and Joan Caseels were jailed nine months each in London after arrest on charges of keeping a rat at Buckingham Gaul Phylico for zanlog. The group forms part of a twelve member gang active in England and known to Australian police. a brief career sketch appeared in the Evening News on April 24.
Indignant Dublin citizens crowded a meeting to condemn the Lord Mayor for not inviting the corporation to attend the King’s Coronation. An address to the King was debated, with prior April 1 resolutions noted about sending representatives being rejected due to lack of invitation for June 26.
Native of Campbelltown appointed second in command of the Fifth Battalion Commonwealth Horse. His early infantry and cavalry service included the Lancers and Bera Mounted Rifles. He saw action at Marico River Kaith Krass Wildfontein and Hartebeestrontelm, earning a distinguished decoration and numerous captures. He later served in the Maga-Taburg and Klerksdorp regions and returns to South Africa in a senior role with the battalion mobilising again.
Readable fragments show Peppermint Care marketed as a remedy for influensa and common colds. The note mentions Hiand-Weods vet and suggests 018 as a product reference, but details are unclear.
London dispatch discusses Captain Mahan and American views on imperial federation and sea power. It argues for caution in extending home rule and outlines concerns about foreign fleets, global balance, and protection of colonial routes in the South Atlantic and Africa. The piece reflects debates on Britain, the United States, and imperial responsibilities.
London reports an accident aboard HyM Pur ake caused a derrick failure leading to a fatality. Lieutenant Pringle, a promising young naval officer, had entered service in 1841 and distinguished himself at the Royal Naval College. He had served on the Camperdown and received promotion to lieutenant in 1847.
An Elliptical account notes eight vessels under German command and a royal escort led by Prince Henry ready to travel to Ireland. The passage mentions ceremonial ties to King Edward VII and the coronation of King Alfonso in Madrid, with aims to meet in Dublin. The tale references Ireland and royal figures within a dated, ceremonial frame.
April figures show copper and boron trading with firmer tones. Copper slid to 00 Se per tug and a fall of Te Gil is noted. Tin and pig iron prices appear steady with small relapses. Market entries report 1250 tanks offered today, 3M solid, with private bids and varying grades from fine to medium.
London mining shares report for April 30 notes Mount Lyell stock at 114 and Norms Mount Lyell price at unknown level amid minor day changes.
London reports the Countess Radziwill is charged with forging Cecil Rhodes’s name on bills totaling 40,000 pounds and sending them to Groot Selump in a scheme tied to Rhodes’s death. She allegedly expected payment through a quarrel with Mr Vinnew and later abandoned the attempt. She denies the charges, while Rhodes's name is central to the alleged fraud. Penny postage news notes Treasury explanations on penny postage and a change in China post rates.
Laborer John Ashwood, 27, was taken to Sydney Hospital after a Wednesday evening fall in Macpherson street Waverley during a struggle. He sustained a wound to the right temple and a skull fracture. he remained unconscious though his condition improved slightly by morning. Constable Ford assisted in the transport.
The patient Clive Blackman recently in Sydney for about ten days may have contracted infection locally in Manly. Inquiries are underway to determine how and where exposure occurred. Most patients are improving aside from Martha Jones. total cases now stand at 110. Also reported are April mint figures and a recent court appearance for Jeremiah Donnell on a prior assault conviction.
The article lists Wednesday enrollments for the Pitch Battalion and notes Captain Craw assuming quartermaster duties. It mentions shortages of clothing and confirms Corporal McGrath as archery-room diet, with Sergeant Morath assigned below to A Battery, A.A. It provides an extensive roster of names across several squadrons, highlighting multiple enlisted men and their serial numbers or initials, reflecting a wartime muster and unit organization.
A four year old boy of unknown name was found near a hole in OConnell Street Parramatta about 7 o clock. He was described as about two years old, fair, medium build with dark hair and moustache. The man wore a dark sack coat dungarees and black felt hat. A railway ticket from Sydney to Bathurst was found in a pocket and the inquest date to be announced.
The June Waldorf season at the Royal featured Camille with Mia Waldorf as Carmilie delivering a strong display of stage power. Armand Duval was played by Mr. Naeval M'Grneor with mixed results. M'Gregor showed notable effort amid uneven balance with a strong supporting cast led by H. Hamilton Brewamy and Frank Hollis as Gaton Rioux. The production drew enthusiastic audience response, calls and double calls after each act.
The May sittings of the Metropolitan State Ac Court opened under Judge Murray. Defended cases under 110 pounds were disposed of. Auckland reports ship Sonoma hit by east gale and hurricane, deck damaged, ship survived after 24 hours afloat. Goulburn district officers meet, rules amended to admit district unelected members to the committee, and female membership reception rules adjusted. Funeral donation to a member’s wife reduced from 12 to 6 pounds. MULTUM tx PARVOES drops of Catemine’s Eursipty offered for sale.
An older man, described as a vagrant, faced Central Valice Court today on a charge of unlawfully entering and stealing from a railway carriage at Hedlern Hallway Station. He had previously camped in multiple carriages, moved between trains, and was found in a dirty, ruined state, with authorities noting the harsh weather and his attempts to shelter inside different carriages.
Mr Crick the Minister for Lamas explained the Wentera Lande Act at Wentworth Court House on Wednesday listening to many villagers and hearing questions. A deputation opposed funding for a border bridge over the Murrang dx to keep trade from going to Yel the pempumed Yerminun of the Victorian railway. The minister noted Mr O Gullivan had promised to place the money on the estimates.
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