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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1900
Page
1
Intense clashes erupt between British forces and United States troops as fighting escalates in the Burghers sector. Reports indicate heavy exchanges of fire and mounting casualties on both sides amid ongoing operations and strategic maneuvers.
From Bothaville on November 8 heavy fighting since November 6 ended in Boer defeat with 23 killed 30 wounded and 100 taken prisoners. Seven Boer guns captured. British losses 3 officers and 4 men. Major actions include Legalkis engagement with 1000 Boers and Smith-Dorrien's forces driving Boers east of the Komati river. Canadian mounted troops heroin engagement and 16 Canadians captured then later released. Kruger mission reports Eloff in Marseilles awaiting Kroger. Boers confident Britain will fail.
A new track laying machine is in use as construction progresses. The article notes increased force and efforts to reach the council by the new year amid political agitation and public concern over future promises.
Major General MacArthur, commander of the Philippines army and military governor since 1900, submits his war department report. He details insurgent shift to guerrilla warfare, troop dispersal effects, casualties, and logistics including payroll, labor, supplies, and forthcoming railway work near Cambridge and Council.
County land market shows unusual trading activity with several parcels changing hands quickly. Local brokers report rising interest from developers and investors while prices vary by location and zoning.
Land sales listed by county recorder LF Smith since September 29 indicate steady movement in Weiser area. Transactions include McCanleas to Cole mining claim in Heath district. Weiser Land and Improvement Co to Mrs N M Hottinger. Hubbard to Emme Glasscock. and multiple deeds involving Watlington's and Jeffrey’s additions in Weiser. Also recorded are homesteads and mining claims in Seven Devils and Heath districts with values from 40 to 1000 dollars, plus several US and state land transfers.
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