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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1899
Page
6
A gentleman finds his son Harry riding a horse in a stable with slate and pencil. The boy explains he is writing a composition as instructed by his teacher, and the father cheekily asks why not in the library. The boy replies the teacher told him to write a composition on a horse.
Johannesburg sources say peace efforts fail and war could start within 48 hours. Boers voice strong confidence in magazine rifles and marksmanship, with 20 000 in the Transvaal and 2 000 in the Orange Free State ready to take the field. Refugees report warnings to evacuate Barberton area as Boers plan to cordon districts.
Reports from Pretoria and London indicate the Transvaal Republic slows franchise access as demand for terms grows. Dispatches say Britain contemplates Cape Town talks while Boer concessions may fade if negotiations stall. Johannesburg experiences unrest, with residents fleeing and mounting distress amid war preparations.
London reports conflicting dispatches from South Africa on the Transvaal. The volksraad allegedly rejected the five year franchise tied to suzerainty and opposed Kruger visiting Cape Town. The Boer paper claims the government will stand by its decision or fall with it.
Joseph Chamberlain, secretary of state for the colonies, arrived in London this afternoon and went directly to the foreign office. He is believed to stay in the capital through the crisis.
Disorders erupted at Guanabacoa during a protest meeting against Mayor Hyatt. Stones flew, buildings suffered damage, and a riot was narrowly averted. Notable attendees included Marquis of Santa Lusa and General Lacret.
Brispask September 6 reports incomplete returns show federation winning by 5136 votes. The tally favors federation with a narrow majority as counting continues.
Pretoria reports after Chamberlain's Birmingham address Boer officials fear war is inevitable. Boers arm and fortifications strengthen at Johannesburg with quick firing guns. Schreiner ammo passage to Pretoria, Kruger stockpiles provisions, Matabeles show unrest, Boers inflame hostilities against Britain.
A dispatch from Santiago de Cuba reports General Juan Isidro Jiminez has left for Puerto Plata after declaring liberty. General Imbert confirms Jiminez will reach Puerto Plata soon as the island awaits the revolution’s success. Only Monte Christi Governor Guerlito resists capitulation awaiting confirmation before surrender.
American interests in the Rand push for U S government support to back Britain in demanding justice for Outlanders in the Transvaal. Seymour of New York met Secretary Hay to urge protection for about 1000 Americans involved. Hay promised to protect citizens but cautioned against interference in political matters.
The Times editorial from London dated Sept 1 says Britain will press Kruger for action and will not seek further reform promises. After a reasonable wait Britain will judge by deeds, not words, and Boers are warned that war risks are real if reforms fail.
Pretoria reports Mr Joseph Chamberlain secretary of state's reply to the Transvaal on proposed franchise reform and its effect on Outlanders. Mr Conyngham Greene delivered the dispatch to F W Reitz and held a lengthy audience with state officials. A further Cape Town conference may follow as officials await the outcome.
On August 31 at Burrago a pact signed by Contractor Connors and freight handlers' representatives resolves dock tensions. Unionists agree to Sunday work with pay of 25 cents per hour and employment restricted to union men.
An advertisement argues that Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills cure ailments and improve health. It claims many people in worse conditions found the products a good investment for recovery and relief from sick headaches and indigestion.
A New York Herald dispatch from Santo Domingo reports strong support for Jiminez to assume the presidency upon arrival. The city and island show peace and popular backing for the revolution, with fighting largely ended and orderly transfer expected Sunday.
In Ponce Porto Rico on September 4 heavy rains caused an unusual freshet. Residents frightened by the hurricane leave their homes and seek shelter in public buildings. Soldiers police and firemen work through the night to manage flood conditions. For hazards are impassable fords but damage remains limited.
A Canton semi official says President McKinley will not make his planned Western trip next month. If Minnesota and other regiments had returned earlier the trip would have happened. He will address the Tenth Pennsylvania regiment as his welcome to all returning volunteers and he called the roll of honor at Pittsburg.
Captain H. J. Cosgrove of Company I First Nebraska declines the Democratic and Populist nomination for Lincoln County sheriff saying he cannot support his party on expansion while favoring retention of the Philippines.
In Philadelphia on September 4 expert machinists and about 150 helpers at Cramps shipyards walked out demanding a nine hour day and the reinstatement of discharged workers.
Recruits from Bulawayo Butawayo Matabeleland and British South Africa join Col onel Plumer's camp daily. Sixty South Rhodesia volunteers were sworn in Thursday.
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