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Newspaper
Traralgon Record
Location
Traralgon, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 02, 1900
Page
3
Fragmented dispatch describes Boer forces attacking near Ralenhure with heavy fighting and casualties. Troops burn believed he threats surrounding Bloemfontein and Natal, detailing injuries, captured prisoners, and transport of war materiel.
Fragmented late results suggest attention on Premier and Sir George Turner while Liberal cohesion appears possible. Mr EC Mason retirement signals a potential shift in Central Gippsland representation as Lachlan polling improves. Complete returns emerge as marginal figures shift within the late counts.
The advertisement notes a forthcoming sale by Little Ash Borthwick from the firm’s fold sale in Tromigen on Tuesday November dd. It lists items including furniture and household goods with a mention of a full parcel and 42 35 snare pricing, indicating a structured auction format and expected pricing details. The notice also references shoes, gowns, and other assorted items, with emphasis on the sale of entire parcels and beverages.
Shanghai telegrams report Prince Ching and 14 Hang Chang at Pekin proposing terms based on a peace settlement with the powers. Indemnity of 40,000,000 to be secured by increased duties. Punishment of Prince Tuan for the Boxer movement. Beijing port made international district. Warlike supplies to be abandoned. Court feuds noted as a source of distress with the Emperor and Dowager anxious to return but fearful of Allied pressure. Prince Su reports court discord and disputes over who may accompany the Emperor back to the capital.
A correspondent recounts a perilous escape while pursuing the Boers. As De Wet and his forces were pursued near the Vaal, a sudden volley forced a retreat. The party scrambled across rocky kopjes and a treacherous river under heavy fire, with many horses and riders tested by water, rocks, and a strong current. One man lost an arm. the rest endured exhaustion and danger before slipping back to camp.
A long wartime letter describes patrols and fighting near an Oreml outpost, detailing night actions, personal fatigue, and observations of enemy movements. The writer mentions distant bombardments, signals, and the toll of continuous combat on troops, while referencing reinforcements, food, and ongoing concerns about shelter and safety.
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