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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1900
Page
3
In P ard eberg Orange Free State British and Boer forces clash as about 7000 Boers gather near the front. Cavalry skirmishing begins to the east as General Roberts halts action until prisoners are secured after General Cronje's surrender.
Lenpox March 3 General Buller wires from Nelthorpe that he has just returned from Ladysmith and that the country south of the town is cleared of the Boers except for a small guard north of Surprise Hill. He notes the garrison subsisted on a meager ration and will need nursing before field duty.
London crowds filled the Mansion House to the West End as news of Ladysmith relief sparked midnight revelry. Patriotic songs rang out while bands, lights, flags, bunting, and electric decorations lit clubs cafes and stations across the metropolis.
London reports a war office plan to send 56 000 additional soldiers, joining 30 000 afloat, aiming for a quarter million under Lord Roberts. An order for 224 new guns, 140 naval, is issued to Woolwich. 25 000 workers already employed, 3 000 more to be added amid broad approval.
Lord Roberts and General Kitchener arrived in Kimberley amid warm municipal welcome. They thanked for aiding the relief of the town and spoke of pleasure in helping Kimberley in its time of need. Excitement grows over Ladysmith relief.
Melbourne report states Secretary of State for the Colonies Joseph Chamberlain cabled to Australian governments asking if they could furnish additional troops to South Africa if imperial forces are needed elsewhere. The request is for 2,500 riders and marksmen.
Editorials in London papers praise Lord Roberts for relief of Ladysmith, noting improved outlook and diminishing focus on General Buller’s setbacks. Leaders credit Roberts with decisive action and a hopeful path forward amid war reports.
The Northwestern Miller reports Minneapolis flour output at 58 980 barrels for the last week, compared with 193 755 barrels the same week in 1899. Superior and Duluth mills ground no flour. Mills sold about 75 percent of output, with foreigners purchasing over half.
Curiaco March 3 William Latz shot his brother fatally wounding him and instantly killed the brother s wife in the offices of the Acme Copying company.
Three high ranking Chicago board of trade figures James Nicol first vice president Henry O Parker former first vice president and Calvin A Whyland president of C A Whyland & Co were arrested on charges of bucket shop fraud linked to McLain Bros. Charles and Albert McLain also indicted for mail fraud in the same scheme. The five men face U S district court actions with bonds set at 5000 each and possible penalties if convicted.
The $30,000 used by Whiteside in the Clark case exposure was returned to Montana State Treasurer Collins after the Senate committee on elections decided it could not be used further. The funds will be held for five years. if unclaimed they go to the state sinking fund. Congressman Campbell testified and faced cross examination by Faulkner.
The Porto Rican tariff bill passed 172 to 161 after a hard fought vote. Six Republicans and four Democrats crossed party lines to influence the outcome, with several lawmakers voting from beds or in hospital to ensure passage amid intense public attention.
Washington March 3 The senate passed the bill providing a form of government for the territory of Hawaii without division. Senator Cullom led on the measure while Senator Clay of Georgia spoke on the Philippines and supported the Bacon resolutions calling for U S transfer of the islands to Filipino rule once a stable local government is formed under U S protection.
Washington March 3 The Democrats scored their first victory of the session in the house on the motion to take up the Aldrich versus Robbins contest from Alabama's Fourth District. In two votes Democrats with two Republicans Mondell and W C Smith beat the GOP on the question of consideration. An agreement was made to consider the Lona bill on second class mail matter March 20.
In Washington March 3 Mr Foraker reports back the Porto Rican tariff bill from the house with amendments. The senate bill replaces the preamble and after enacting clause while cutting Porto Rican tariff to 15 percent of the Dingley rate to align with the house bill.
Senator McLaurin of South Carolina broke with foes of imperialism urging expansion. He argued the Philippines would bring vast benefits to the United States, especially the South, by opening Orient trade, during a four hour session on the Hawaiian government bill.
The Henderson Ames company of Kalamazoo paid 12347.78 to Michigan Attorney General on behalf of the state over alleged fraudulent sale and repurchase of military clothing. The state waives no right to sue for the remaining 43000 lost and to prosecute military board members alleged responsible.
The February statement records total receipts of 45,631,265 and expenditures of 57,738,472, yielding a monthly surplus of 7,892,793.
A Madrid dispatch reports that two Aguinaldo special envoys will reach Paris in March and travel to London and Berlin to obtain financial backing for continuing the struggle against American rule. Guerrilla warfare is said to continue with hints of European money support.
Fatalities mount after a cave in at the Iron Mountain mine near Red Ding California. Eight men trapped as rescuers work two hour shifts through the night. four rescued two dead one injured hopeful, air pump failure worsens prospects for remaining prisoners.
About 6 000 workers including cutters blacksmiths and tool sharpeners in New England granite quarries walked out demanding a new wage schedule of 3 dollars per day and an eight hour day. Some firms have already granted the demands. In Cleveland Cecil Leslie, sought in New York over a Franklin syndicate swindle case, was arrested as a fugitive from justice.
In St. Petersburg on March 5 M. De Witt the finance minister set Russia's sugar output for the coming season at 54 014 706 pounds with 18 514 706 pounds available for export.
The senate committee on manufactures reports extensive tests show many foods and drinks are adulterated or fraudulently labeled. It calls for prohibiting sale of deleterious products and requiring clear labeling of items merely cheapened by adulterants.
Gideon S Ives, former lieutenant governor, was elected department commander of the Minnesota G A R with 27 votes to 181 for J F R Foss. The vote was made unanimous on Fosss motion. Memorials for Post Commanders Barte and Babb were presented and the annual dead list was submitted in Minneapolis.
Louisville dispatch reports county officers including Sheriff Bell and Jailer Pflanz with circuit and county clerks traveling to Frankfort to settle with the state auditor. Paris reports Copenhagen dispatch that Denmark will not cede the Danish West Indies, backed by the king and Premier Hoerring.
On March 3 PxHiLape city mayor Ashbridge sent a 25000 check to Senator Hanna chair of the national Republican committee. The contribution brings the city total to 50000, half of the pledged fund.
The Goodrich steamer City of Racine heavily loaded with freight is stuck in the ice about 200 yards from the harbor piers in Racine Wisconsin on March 5. If the wind shifts northeast the vessel could be driven ashore.
Portland Me March 3 The Portland board of trade strongly endorsed Congressman Littlefield against the Puerto Rican bill and praised his courageous stand. London March 2 The queen telegraphed General Buller expressing sympathy and admiration for the Irish soldiers with their heavy losses and fine fighting qualities in the operations.
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