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New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
WAR NEWS FROM CAPE TOWN.
DUTCH EsPoUsING THE BoER CAUSE
GENERAL GATACRE's SPEECH TO
HIS MEN

Cape Town, Nov 2l-General Gatscre. COM
manding the British column assembling at
Queenstown. Cape Colony. made a speech 10 the
troops there yesterday He said the regulars
should watch and learn from the irregulars. who
were acquainted with the country and the
habits Of the Beers Once the forward move
ment is begun, he continued, there could be no
question Of stopping IT, and he asked all 10 do
their best, adding
I will never ask you TO do anything am not
willing TO do myself.
Reports from the northern portion Of the col
ony are more reassuring, but there is distinct
danger Of the Dutch actively espousing the
cause OF the Beers who now effectually bar
three lines Of entry into the Free State. Most
OF the students Of the Burghersdorp Theological
Seminary joined the invaders after the latter
occupied the town.
Proclamations issued at Bloemfontein on No
vernber IA declare that the whole Of Griqualand
West. except Kimberley and Mafeking, are an
nexed to the Free State. The proclamations are
signed by C. H Vessels, President Of the voks-
raad.
The Midland Times" says that Messrs. Van
derwalt and Gober. members Of the Cape AS
sembly. have ioined the Boer forces at Coles
burg.
A native from Herschel Cape Colony, reports
that the Beers left the camp at Aliwal North In
temporary charge Of native followers. who
bolted taking with them number Of horses
and rifles.
A Queenstown, Cape Colony, dispatch. dated
November Il. says communication is constantly
interrupted by Boer incursions but Is restored
as soon as interrupted.
The British troops reoccuped Naauw Poort
nd
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
Secretary Wilson said:
JERSEY MouRNs FOR Mr.. HOBART.
THE STATE WHICH WAS. PROUD TO
OWN HIM AS A CITIZEN

The death OF vice-President Hobart a
shock to the people Of Jersey City and express
sions OF profound regret were heard when the
sad news was received Flags were quickly
! lowered 10 half mast on all the public buildings,
and stores and many citizens put out flags as a
| mark of respect 10 the memory Of the eminent
! Jerseyman.
When Mayor Hoos was Informed OF the death
! OF the Vice President. he said sadly:
| Nr Hobart was a man for whom | enterta ned
! great respect He was a splendid example Of an
| energetic American. BY sheer force OF CHARACTER
he had risen from the lowest position 10 the high
/ est What urouder record can any man have than
| that? His career is model for every BOY IN TINS
and esteemed BY all who the pleasure Of know
Ing him.
The Mayor promptly sent telegram 70 Mrs.
Hobart. and ordered that the flag on the City
Hall be placed at half mast
TRIBUTES FROM THE BENCH
vjce-President Hobarts death caused deep
sorrow in Newark Postmaster Hayes and
| George l. Smith the custodian OF the Federal
| Building at once had the structure draped with
black, and the flag over the building was placed
at half mast and will remain until after the
! funeral.
Circuit Judge Andrew Kirkpatrick. who was
college companion OF Mr.. Hobart in New
| Brunswick. said.
The death Of our vice-President is TO be greatly
regretted. He taken away from us at time
! wien with his vigorous mind and immense
energy he was ii. a position 10 be OF incalculaole
service to his country. Those wlo knew nm per per
sonally loved him. and those who came IN toucn
| with him In public life reyered him. He made a
| gallant fight 10 live and his death is our sorrow
Judge John Franklin Fort. OF New-Jersey
who spoke for his State in placing him in nomi-
nation at the 81. Louis convention in 1896
said yesterday afternoon:
more frank honorable. wise even tempered.
| lovabe man. ! have never known. lie was me
/ most versatile and tactful OF men He never o.
/ Tended You always left his presence feellng the
better for having seen him. He was prince IN
/ country where the people arc king, ana ne was
always loyal and true 10 the king
He was a born leader and he led men without
their knowing IT, His personality was as irresist-
ble as II was charming HIS personal life and char
acter were spotless. He never uttered a profane
/ or obscene sentence. His home was JOY 10 an
! who lived in or entoved its hospitality; Few men
are endowed with the ability 10 make all men
| happy which he possessed
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
CORPORATION COUNSEL PLEASED.
STATEMENT GIVEN OUT AT HIS OFFICE Ex.
PRESSING GRATIFICATIoN

PRESSING GRATIFICATIoN.
The following statement was given out from the
Corporation Counsers office yesterday regarding
the Ahearn law:
The famous Ahearn law has met another signal
defeat. 1t will be remembered that THIS act was
passed for the purpose Of allowing all officials who
had been prosecuted indicted. and had been sue
cessful, TO compel the payment by the city or tho
expenses OF their defence. The act was objection
able on many grounds. and as soon as an attempt
bv the Corporation Counsers office, claims filed
under II ran into the hundreds OF thousands or
dollars Both in Manhattan and Brooklyn the Cor
poraton CounsePs office has been successful Not
only Is the amount OF money saved the city very
large but the principle established that such an
act cannot be constitutionally passed anords ab-
solute protection to the city from future raids on
the treasury from these classes Of cases.
In other words, the principle has been nrmly
established by these decisions that the Legislature
cannot take money from the city or its taxpayers
and give IL 10 private individuals for purposes
which have relation TO the public interest
Controller Coler in a conference with Mayor
Van wyck and Charities Commissioners Keller and
Smis when informed that the Ahearn Legal Ex-
penses bill had been declared unconstitutional BY
the Appellate Division OF the Supreme Court
~ am very pleased" he said. The decision only
sustains the contention which made right along.
that the law was unconstitutional and that the
Legislature could not make laws compelling the
city 10 pay money without the city having
had a chance TO pronounce on IT, l said when
these claims were being presented that they would
never be paid Why. they wanted the city 10 pay
out $4,000 II was an outrageous law, ana am
glad II has been killed by the courts
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
CONSUL MACRUM DEPRIVED OF POWER
PRESIDENT KRUGER WILL NOT ALLOW
HIM TO REPRESENT ENGLAND
ETORIA

AT PRETORIA.
London. Nov 21.-President Krugers refusal
TO allow United States Consul Macrum 10 ex-
ercise the powers Of British Agent at Pretoria
has resulted in great disappointment. There
were many callers at the United States Embassy
to-day. who were informed that the United
States was no longer able to forward messages
or secure information regarding the British
prisoners. Though Mr.. Macrum apparently still
remains the nominal agent Of Great Britain he
is practically deprived of all powers pertaining
TO the post.
II is understood that President KRUGER OBJ
iected to Mr.. Macrum representing Great Britain
on the ground that the claims Of the United
States TO neutrality were prejudiced by her evil
dent friendship for Great Britain. All COM
munications to the British prisoners now go
through the ordinary military channels, which
render their ultimate delivery doubtful. and
certainly slow The British Government so far
has not taken any steps to ameliorate the pres
ent condition OF the prisoners.
A Government official informed a representa-
tive Of The Associated Press that he did not
see any good I'm trying TO get any other Power
TO act in their behalf as President KRUGER
would doubtless treat its representative in the
same manner that he had treated the repre-
sentative OF the United States. Moreover the
Krtiger will be there long. If we did ask any
other Power to act in behalf OF Great Britain it
would. possibly. be Portugal"
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
EXPRESSIONS OF SORROW.
ATTORNEY GENERAL GRIGGs LOSES LIFE
LONG FRIEND-WHAT Mr.. HOBART
DID FOR NEW JERSEY.

a 1 lOhNE1 GENERAL G4tlGAJS bOOts' = LII -
LONG FRIEND-wHAT Mr.. HOBART
DID FOR NEw-JERsEY.
Washington Nov. 2l (SpeciaD-New-Jersey peo-
pie here express their sorrow az the National loss,
and some Of them their deep sense OF personal be-
reavement Attorney General Griggs sad
Ny relations with Mr. Hobart extended over a
period Of twenty-eight years. in which We were
closely associated personally and politically. Our
relations were Intimate and most cordial In fact
for me to say more than this would be like speak
ing for publication at the death Of my own brother
such was the delicacy OF our associations.
Secretary sackett Of the Industrial Commission
spoke OF the fact that Vice-Presdent Hobart and
Senator Seweu had long been the leaders Of the Re-
publican party in New-Jersey. and had heartily CO.
operated in their aims and movements. Further
Mr sackett observed TO Tribune correspondent;
Mr. Hobart was influential while a member Of
the Legislature OF New-Jersey. Among the meas.
ures directly 10 be credited 70 his precision tact
and energy were the following: The bill Tor the
utilization Of the water power Of the state oy
which Newark Eayonne Ho6oken ar, ana IL, otres tSs
General Railroad bill. passed while he was mem
Der Of the House. legislation 70 prevent fraud ~
cities and counties by the appointment OF lnVeStl
eating commissions, known as the summary IN
vestgation law Of 1873. and, perhaps more IN I'M
portant still the act concerning taxation, saVlls
the people from burden and imposing II upon ths
corporations. Evidence OF Mr.. Hobart's purity ana
ciining TO accept a proposition made by some OF
the baser sort OF Democrats in the Leglslsturs 20
Cetedt JOfln II AlCt A'i Ho a.
ator when the Democrats had the legislature and
Later when Mr Mcpherson was again candldSte
for a IN the Senate, the Democrats again hold
ing the Legislature. the Republican caucus Zap ap
pea red 10 be ready 70 combine with certain Demo-
Gratis. Mr. Hobart absolutely refused al oVertures'
and his influence was successful in defeating a
contemplated movement 10 secure the overthrow
OF the choice Of the Democratic majority ~
One Of the most signal efforts in MS ponucaI
career was his influence in procuring the non,ina-
New-Tersev a Republican State subsequently his
influence secured a place in Mr.. Mckinleys Cabi-
net for his lifelong friend. Governor Griggs.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
TRIBUTES FROM CABINET MEMBERS.
THEIR GRIEF FOR THE DEATH OF MR..
UORART EXPRESSED

Washington Nov. 21.-The Secretary Of State
WAS deeply affected by the death Of Mr. Hobart
He said:
Mr. Hobart man OF such peculiar
" amiable and delightful character That
the loss is felt distinctively as personal one
bv every member OF tho Government who
had come in contact with him. He was one OF
the ablest presiding officers the Senate has ever
known and was universally liked and esteemed
By the senators.
Mr.. Gage, the Secretary Of the Treasury. said:
He was a noble illustration or the Vplca
American Educated in our schools. his mind
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
MOBILIZATION AT HALIFAX.
RUMOR THAT THE PRESENT GARRISON
FORCE WILL BE CONVEYED TO
SOUTH AFRICA.

FORCE WILL BE CONNEfED ~
SOUTH AFRICA.
Halifax " s.. Nov. 21.-Unusual activity pre-
vaQs in military circles. An order was issued
from the Brigade Office to-day for genera
mobilization Of the troops in garrison tomorrow
This IS short notice The turnout is 10 take the
form OF an attack and defense OF the city
and the two forces Will take Maxims and ned
pieces with them.
II is rumoreG that the present garrison force
will be conveyed direct to South Africa by
either the steamer Majestic OF the steamer Can
ada, both Of which are under charter 10 the
British Government and are now In American
waters. about ready 10 sail. one at New-fork
and the other at Portland Me- The regiment al
this station should have been moved to Ber-
muda on Monday. but sudden orders on Satur'
day cancelled this arrangement. and the troops
are now here past their time waiting 10 learn
what is in store for them
The Lcinster Regiment is the only regiment
OF the British Army not represented In South AZ
rica. both battalions being In America, ons
in Halifax and the other in the West Indies
This increases the probability that the Halifax
force Will embark for the Cape.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
AN ENGAGEMENT NEAR EsTCoURT

Durham. Natal, Nov 20.-seven hundred
Beers from Weenen took up a strong position
on the highlands thirteen miles south Of Est
court Sunday occupying Turner's Farm north
east Of the Mooi River. Major Thorneycroft
with detachment Of mounted infantry and the
Estcourt Carbineers engaged the Beers. of
whom three were killed. including their COM
mandant. The Beers withdrew. taking two
hundred head Of cattle, captured at Turner's
Farm.
The main Boer force south Of Estcourt is re-
ported 10 have retired
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
u-nGE DAYS TRIBUTE.

Canton Ohio Nov A.-Judge William r. Day OF
the United States Circuit Court OF Appeals former
Secretary OF state. said to-day
am sorry 10 hear Of the death OF Vlce-fresidSnt
Hobart was IN every way capable ana popular
official He always close friend ana y3Iued
touch with the Administration. He was man OF
s,,cb sound Judgment that | know his counsel was
bigblv valued bv the President. Probably no Vice
Presi6ent ever filed that Office more ably and more
acceptaby than Mr Hobart MS loss Will De Keeh'y
felt in political and social circles.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
DEMOCRATS JOIN IN EXPRESSING REGRET

Cbtcago Nov. T-News OF the death OF Vice
1-estden+ Hobart was received with regret by
members OF the Democratic National Executive
Committee. who without exception spoke highly OF
the dead Republican leader. both as public
Official and az private citizen. Senator Jones or
Arkansas. who told OF the Vice-Presidents death
was much shocked. He said:
Vice-P-esident Hobart. as presiding officer OF the
r-i,a5 states Senate was fair and just at all
times on account Of his recent rally had enter
tained hopes OF his ultimate recovery. lie was an
idesl presiding officer and / am sorry very sorry
10 hear OF his death.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
.cs 1ovrRFD At ROsrON.

Boston Nov T.-New, OF the death OF Vice-Presi-
dent Hobart was received here with expressions OF
sorrov- and tokens OF mourning began 70 appear
a, once only q few minutes elapsed between the
time OF the announcement and the lowering OF the
CIV Hall flags. The flag at the Republican Club
beadouarters the Postoflce and the state House
ouicklv follow ed.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
pnp1-1AR PRESIDING OFFICER

Denver Nov n.-United State Senator Henry ~
Teller said to-day of Vice President Hobart:
There is no question that he was the most
uoDular presiding officer IN the Senate. He
VAS capable and was a fine paramentarian. He
was always absolutely impartial II IS indeed a
hard blow FOR the Senate 10 lose such valuable
man He will be missed
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
A CORRESPONDENT CAPTURED.

Cape Town. Nov. 21.-Mr. Collet, the corre-
spondent Of The London Daily Mail" at Storm
berg. while bearing a message from Mr..
Schrelner. the Cape Premier. TO President Steyn
OF the Orange Free State, with Sir Alfred NIL
ner's sanction. was arrested by the Beers in
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
HEAVY FIRING HEARD.
REPORTS THAT REACH PRETORIA FROM
JoUBERT's HEADQUARTERS

Pretoria Nov. 81 via Lourenco Marquee
Mondays report from General Jouberts head
quarters which was presented to the -ransvaal
Council OF War to-day. says
Heavy gun firing heard I'm the direction
OF Estcourt on Saturday, and continuous rifle
firing is proceeding south OF Ladysmith
small sortie from Ladysmith this morning
was repulsed. The Transvaal heavy guns hred
a humber OF shells into the town this afternoon.
Durham. Nov. Accommodation with Est
court is interrupted.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
TO WELCOME AMERICAN wARsHrPs

1ordon Nov. 22-The Cape Town correspond
ent of The Daily Mall says:
Preparations being made TO give 'ns
United states warships hearty reception, IN
order 10 emphasize the appreciation OF the COLO,
nists Of the meaning Of an American naVai
display in South African waters at tne present
juncture.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
PROTECTING LoYALIsT PROPERTY

Durham, Nov 21-General Clery acting under
instructions from General Butler has issued
proclamation announcing that the Government
will exact full compensation for damage done 70
the property OF oyalists
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
FLAGS AT HALF MAST IN PHILADELPHIA

philadelphia. Nov 2L--The news OF vice-President
rTohart's death while not unexpected was received
here with expressions OF deep sympathy and regret
rvoes on all Government and municipal buildings
80 nlaced AZ half mast and the principal clubs
snd business houses followed the example. Mayor
Asbbridge sent A message of sympathy TO the
nd family.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
ADJrrAxr GENERAL ANDREws's ORDERS

ADJUTANT GENERAL ANDREWss ORDERS.
Albany Nov. T-Adjutant General Andrews to-
Aav issued General Orders No. o. touching the death
~ Vice President Hobart. which reads:
As a mark o. respect 70 the memory OF the late
Garrett A Hobart. Vice-President Of the United
S,staq whose death IS announced this date all
AZ gs tIuon armorles, arsenals and public buildings
~ the land and naval forces Of the State will be
dsniaved al half stan until the day following the
S5Iaersl By command Of the Governor
AVERY n. ANDREWS. Adiutant General
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
ALL WELL AT LADYSMITH
Continued from first pnRe.

been no further bombardment, and the effects
hitherto have been trfhing We are anxious
for from the south.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22

the mountains and conveyed TO Bloemfontein.
1t is understood that Mr.. Schreiner's letter wn
a protest against the impressment Of British
subjects in Cape Colony.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
FLAGS IN HAVANA AT HALF MAST.

Havana. Nov. 21.-As soon as the news OF the
death Of vice-President Hobart was received here
to-day the flags on all the Government buildings
yvere lowered 70 half mast.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
"a GREAT POWER AND MUCH BELOVED.

Elizabeth, Nov. 81 speciaD.-Governor
voorhees, on receiving word OF the death or
ce-President Hobart sent telegram OF con-
dolence TO the family. Speaking OF Mr. Hoharts
death the Governor said:
yicA-President Hobart's end while expected
comes 10 me as great shock l feel as though
I had lost a great friend. He was great power
and much loved. He had personal magnetism
that marvellous.
The flags are placed at halfnast in this city
The City Council passed appropriate resolutions
at to-night's session.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22

Mr. Hobart was an honest. straightforward, cour-
teous substantial man. and his removal Will be a
loss to the country and TO me IL is deep personal
loss I had known him for twenty-five years, and
during the twenty years that have been a mem,
Der OF the National Republican Committee ne nad
also belonged TO IT, and acquaintance ripened
into deep friendship. Had ne lived and been N
good heath there IS no shadow OF doubt but that
he would have been renomnated
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22

AS MEMBER OF NATIONAL COMMITTED.
Milwaukee wis. Nov. n.-The news Of Fice-Pres-
idant Hobart's death was received IN Milwaukee
with expressions Of regret. Henry C. Payne, Ma
tlonal Committeeman. said:
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22
Secretary Long said:
Representative Henderson. Of Iowa, said:

His place cannot be easily filed. and his deatl
is calamity 10 the Nation. His splendid abili
ties. his intense love of country his pure life
made him a model statesman. and his dealt
will be n1ourned throughout the Nation.
New-York tribune., 1899-11-22

Trenton, " j., Nov II (SpeciaD D.-Governor
voorhees, tonight issued the following procla-
nation:
The daily sentinel., 1899-12-18
THE LOCAL NEWS

L. j. McLelton is down from Mont
rose.
DR.. George R. Warner left for Denver
last night.
X. Uyenka, of Japan is registered at
the Brunswick.
Phe Revere house is being treated to
a coat Of paint.
in. Corbin, gentleman from Moab
was in town yesterday.
Buy your Christmas candies at the
Boston Candy Kitchen.
A. ]. Ballard OF Thompsons Utah
spent Sunday in the city.
Take notice OF the window display Of
hair brushes at Mitchell's Drug store.
j. M. Graham is building a skating
rink just east of G. H. Coveys carpenter
shop.
Finest line OF Christmas tree orna-
ments in the city at tho Boston Candy
Kitchen.
W. q. Crawford il. spent Sunday at
homo. Mr.. Crawford is working . big
mine contract at Cameo.
Our souvenir china 10 the latest, prices
right See it, buy it, at Thompson
Jewelry & Music company.
The installation of the officers of Mesa
Lodge No. 55, A. F. & A. M. will take
place Tuesday evening Dec. 10 at 1880
pm.
For Rent-Fsur room house, good re-
pair. near depot, $40 per month. Rail
road family preferred. Address,
Owner D, General Delivery,
City.
When the patristis American learns
Of Boer victory, he wants to dance
with delight. All those desiring to
dance will have ample opportunity to do
80 il they wait for the masquerade.
B. 7. Napier this week spent several
days in Grand junction where he super
intended the moving of his big stock of
dry goods and clothing into his new
store. Mr.. Napier now has in the juno
ton as in Glsnwood the handsomest
and largest store in town .-0lsnwood
Post
An especial effort was made during
the summer by Messrs Thall and Ken
nsdy who are directing "Yon Yonson"
this season to find a singing quartetts
that would meet with the unqualified
approval of tho thsatrs-goe +. After
listening to the singing Of many orEani-
cations, they finally engaged the Lumber
mems quartette Of Boston, and it is said
they fill the bill in every particular.
Yon Yonson GENES to the Park opera
house for a single nights engagement
next Friday evening.