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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1900
Page
2
Lonpos December 14 report details Lord Roberts forty one proclamations. It states farms may not be burned except treachery or when troops are fired on, or for railway telegraph breaches, or as raid bases with officer consent. Cattle wagons and supplies must be removed or destroyed if needed.
From Pretoria Lord Kitchener cables the war office on December 12 that General Knox reports a running fight with General Dewet and that Boer forces move toward Reddersburg where a supporting column awaits. The post near Barberton was attacked and British casualties were 3 killed, 5 wounded, 13 captured. The captives were later released.
Reports from Wu Chang and Peking outline peace terms after empress dowager agrees to restore Emperor Kwang Su to power with indemnity of £40,000,000 and guards by legations in each province. Proposals include use of imperial seal for negotiations and foreign advisers in every province.
During a debate in the house of commons the chancellor of the exchequer Sir Michael Hicks Beach promised a large share of war costs would come from the Transvaal. He said a treasury committee would go to the Transvaal to assess assets and taxable capacity. Sir David Barbour was chosen for the task.
In Beruis on December 14 the imperial chancellor Count von Buelow rejected claims that the government acted at the urging of the English court or government regarding Mr. Kruger. He defended the independence of the emperor and his administration.
A White Rock dispatch reports Troop K from Fort Duchesne was sent to Uintah agency at General Myron's request to quell unrest after Black Hawk seized his children from the school. O'Connor, the teacher, was assaulted as children were removed, with threats to burn the building and Major Hughes summoned for aid.
George Gould's steam yacht Atlanta has been transferred to a South American republic, Venezuela, after extended negotiations. The sale was completed in New York with Napoleon Bolet Parz, the Venezuelan government’s special commissioner, paying $125,000 to Gould. The transfer occurred as the yacht moved from Gould to Venezuelan ownership via the Venezuelan consul general.
Amsterdam December 14 The German consul at Lorenzo has been asked by the Netherlands government to protect Dutch interests during the absence of a Dutch consul at that port. The action follows a request from The Netherlands government.
Two men are dead and a boy seriously injured after the wreck of passenger train No 80 from Oil City on the Western New York and Pennsylvania railway near Ocean New York. The victim count may rise as rescue work continues.
Former German court chaplain Dr. Stoecker claimed during the Reichstag session that private letters allege Emperor Kwang Su became a Christian after reading American and British missionary books. The assertion cites Count von Waldersee as a source and notes corroborating dates given to an AP representative.
Washington December 15 The senate in executive session voted 65 to 17 to insert a committee amendment to the Hay-Paunce treaty allowing the United States to defend its interests in the Nicaragua canal The debate touched on further proposed amendments including Elkins suggestion to safeguard U S sovereignty and support building operating and defending the canal for its interests.
In Hong Kong crowds gather around placards urging locals and secret societies to unite and expel all foreigners in January. No outbreak reported yet. Reports from Canton say reformer Yeung Sung Po was tortured, strung up by thumbs and toes, and refused to confess.
In London an Italian resident of Soho burned a pin studded wax effigy of President McKinley on the embassy doorstep. He claimed kin to Guido Mazaro lynched in Louisiana and said he aided vengeance. Police approached and the man bolted.
In TexaRicaNa Arkansas on December 15 the mail car between Bassets Texas and Texarkana was raided. Several registered mail pouches were cut open and their contents stolen. Mail Clerk John M. Dannis was found unconscious after a blow to the head as the train reached Texarkana.
General Elwell S. Otis former governor of the Philippines argues in the Morning Post that repudiating anti imperialist doctrine is vital for the archipelago’s destiny and for American people. He stresses the Philippine issue and the need for firm policy on imperial relations.
The Ohio state Grange Patrons of Husbandry adopted resolutions condemning the ship subsidy bill, demanding passage of the Groat Oleomargarine bill, and favoring extension of rural free mail delivery.
After a mass meeting in Hamburg, Boers supporters dispatched a strong disavowal of the German government's Transvaal policy to Imperial Chancellor Count von Buelow. The action signals mounting opposition within Germany to the policy.
The London Chronicle condemns the U S senate action on the Davis amendment as dangerous and pro war. It claims American jingoism and self interest threaten Anglo American ties and the Clayton Bulwer treaty by fortifying the canal despite prior agreements.
The War Department posted a correction in Washington on December 15 denying a report that the army transport Hancock arrived in San Francisco December 10 with 1500 remains, stating that 11 soldiers died en route and most were from Nagasaki hospital relief.
An unconfirmed Duluth report says Northern Steamship Company under James J. Hill may run Northwest and Northland between Chicago and Buffalo next year instead of Duluth to Buffalo. The Pan American exposition travel is cited as the motive.
General Michael J Bulger, once a candidate for Alabama governor, died at the home of his son in Dadeville, Alabama. He was the oldest ex Confederate, aged 100.
In Etwoop Indiana on December 18 a 2 year old daughter of saloon keeper Peter Eder fell into a 10 gallon soup can during the morning. She suffered severe scalding and died that afternoon.
A philosopher notes Adam sought the apple not for its essence but because it was forbidden. The error lies not in the fruit but in denying the serpent, suggesting temptation targeted the deceiver. The piece frames moral desire and cautionary limits in a concise reflection.
A historic witticism contrasts a dog’s loyalty with human behavior. It says a rescued starving dog becomes prosperous and remains faithful, while people may not. The remark highlights trust and ethical contrasts between species.
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