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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

London. Feb, 27.--"Majuba avenged"
''Cronje surrenders:" Great British VIC
tory. These are the expressions being
shouted all over London. today, vet there
that Lord Roberts dispatch has really
caused. The capitulation of Gen Cronie
mad been looked upon as almost GER
tainty for week past and now that it
has come enthusiasm finds itself dis
counted by anticipation.
The magnitude of the success of Little
Bobs is almost overlooked in the salts
faction at the fact that it synchronized
with the anniversary of Majuba Hill and
standing.
While the afternoon papers all comment
upon this happy coincidence. they do not
forget the splendid bravery of the en-
envy. The St. James Gazette says: Tho
splendid courage of the Beers has not
been aole to withstand any longer the
bombardment which few modern soldiers
could have supported for so many hours
as they have days. The influence of the
surrender not only upon the situation at
Ladysmith but on the whole conduct OF
the war will be immense.
IF the news of the relief of Ladysmith
only reaches England. today, and it is
quite possible this may be the case, the
cup of national happiness would be full. >"
The Globe, under the heading Of Ma
juba Avenged says: I'VE shall not jump
at the conclusion that the war is over
but that n victory has been gained which
brings the end well in sight. Gen. Cronje
not doubt succeeded in delaying Lord
Roberts entrance into Bloemfontein. but
the delay is all he has been able to ac-
complish.'
The Westminster Gazette. which is in
Clined to be pro-BOer. says: Admiration
for the desperate valor Of Gen. Cronje is
mingled with anger at the necessity i'm
posed upon us of purchasing victory at
this cost. Let us remember Paardeberg
if we like, but forget Ma juba and have
done with the whole train of misleading
associations and mischievous ideas which
gathered around that unhappy memory"
Further details of the dramatic surren-
der of Gen. Cronje at Paardeberg are
eagerly awaited. The Boer commanders
forces are variOusly estimated at 1900 to
5000 men.
Speculation is rife as to how soon Lord
Roberts will be able to press on to Bloem-
fontein but before he enters the capital
of the Free State he will undoubtedly
have to overcome powerful force and
take strong entertainments
The news Of Gen. Cronje's surrender
was received with unbounded satisfaction
at Windsor. The Queen Immediately tele-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

patriotic fund committee forwarded sl5-
I GOO, today, to the London imperial fund as
the first installment of New Foundland's
subscription. The news OF the capture of
Gen. tronje was received with every
demonstration Of popular enthusiasm
New Foundard. long suffering under the
7 Inconvenience Of French fishing rights. is
| especially glad that the Dutch problem is
| being solved in South Africa.
Ottawa, Ont. Feb. 1.-THE following
! telegram has been received by Lord Mimic
| from Lord Roberts: "Paardeberg, Feb.
| 27.-In the very successful attack made
1 by the Royal Canadian Regiment upon
! the enemys trenches, this morning the
| following casualties occurred: Page,
| Witty, Ormand, Johnston, Scott With
eIs Regis ana Quinn. There were 80
wounded"
London. Feb. 27-william St. John
foreign affairs; when addressing me vol
unteers at Guilford, this evening, referred
to the gratifying turn of the tide in
South Africa" and paid a high tribute to
the services Of the colonial forces. He
said that long marches would still have
to be undertaken and there might be pri-
but the country would never forget the
deeds Of her sons nor the great achieve
ments of Lord Roberts.
Sanford. Me. Feb. 27-With a popua-
ton largely Of British-Americans, the
residents of this town received the news
OF the surrender OF Gen. CrOnJe and his
forces with great enthusiasm. No gem
eral demonstration has as vet taken
place. but an effort is being made to hold
a jubilation meeting within few days
for the purpose Of passing resolutions in
commemoration of the avenging of the
battle of Majuba Hill and paying tribute
to the British commander and his troops
The resolutions are to be forwarded with
another contribution for the aid of the
widows and orphans of soldiers who lost
their lives during the war in South
Africa. 1t is expected that the contribu-
tion from this town will be fully $500, in
Guiding that recently sent to London.
Calcutta, Feb. 21.-LOrd Curzon the
viceroy. at a dinner given, this evening.
at Government house. said: Il propose on
this great occasion to break the ordinary
rule. ! ask you TO drink the health of
that brave soldier and former Indian
commander-in-chief, who. on the anniver-
sary of Majuba, has wiped out the stain
and gained a notable, yes, a glorious vic
tory"
London. Feb. 2S.-A special dispatch
from ColensO. dated Tuesday. Feb. q.
says: The Beers are endeavoring to out
flank US, and severe fighting continues"
Sterk Spruit. Monday, Feb. 26.-Boer re-
ports say that the british under Gen.
Erahant have occupied jamestown, Cape
Colony.
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that the Queen and the Prince of
Wales have received telegram of gem
erous congratulation from Emperor
William on the victory at Paardeberg.
King Humbert and Queen Margherita
also wired congratulations to the
Queen.
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London. Feb. 2S.-A dispatch to the
Daily Mail from PietermaritzburS.
dated Monday, describes at consider
able length the enormous difficulties OF
Gen. Buffers task and says: THE real
advance began. last Wednesday. The
strpendous nature of the task was only
understood when being on the spot one
was able to realize what it means to
hurl infantry at positions aligned in
every direction with carefully prepared
trenches and with breastworks defend
al by practically invisible ritiemen,
armed with the most deadly rapid
firing weapons and aided by quick fir
ING Guns which put all but our cannon
of the largest calibre into the shade"
Commenting upon Fridays fighting.
tba Daily Mails correspondent says:
"Ae if would have madness to seek an
outlet from the amphitheatre OF nils
Nv fine way OF Grober's kloof on the
1aft route had to be found on the
,.;ght and. at F. NJ. on Friday, amid
Tho incossant cracking of rifle fire and
+ba roar of cannon. the Irish Brigade
,,-,s dispatched along the river to take
Railway hill on the other side OF re
ters' station.
..r1,is hill is commanding enough TO
ensure our final advance. providing We
o.,,ld hold it securely and could mount
o,,,,,o, on il. From Onderbrook Spruit
railway bridge the tracks runs along
,ba Tugela and it was perilously open
20 tho Boer marksmen disposed on the
,,onies back from the river ana, atler
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28
CLUB WOMEN AND CRITICS
Called to Testify Regarding The Morality Of
Nethersoles Play.

New York. Feb. 27.-Olga Nethersole
appeared, today. in the Center street pc Pc
lice court where the examination MaS b a.
5s sanShd 5@'H IS t am immoral play She came
in With Hamilton Rovell. ner leading nn6
man. Marcus Never. her manage, anu
i nge was in the private examination room
he r witness for ihs fes Of thS vas oc MF
H.Iiio W. Gtiidv of Life Other witnesses
9 G2F ahf sf 93 Sstfy 1t ths hearing We're
Mrs. julius H3rbugseE Y H5rr is t on the the
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SeT , H3TS "f the STUDY Of Lde soeiety
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

rush the Boer position on Pieters hill
the Boer fire was so terrible when the
infantry emerged from the cover of the
trees that almost every man in the
leading half of the company fell
wounded. The advance line Of the
British reached a donga in front of
the first Boer trench, which was not
apparent until they We're actually in
it. The Beers retired to the cresta
and then returned, on either flank OF
the Inniskillng, enfilading the captur-
ed donga with a terrible cross fire
Finding it impossible to hold the po-
sition or to advance the British fell
back and entrenched themselves half
way up the hill. The Beers main
tanned heavy fire.
In the course Of the night the Dub
lin Fusliers and the Connaughts arriv-
ing to support the Inniskillings, an
other determined effort was made to
take the Boer positions. This also fail
ed. A heavy fire continued through
out the night.
The Inniskillings lost IA out of II Of
ficers killed and wounded and about $50
non-commissioned officers and men
killed and wounded.
Gen. Lyttleton's brigade relieved Gen.
Harris brigade in the morning and the
artillery duel was continued, yesterday
Saturday. though no great damage
was done.
Today, an armistice was agreed up
on to enable both sides to collect their
dead and wounded
The Beers admit having had very
heavy losses, but they scout the idea
that the British will compel them to
raise the seiGe Of Ladysmith.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28
Mon. Wed. FRITZ

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

New York. Feb. 27.-Montague
White, American representative of the
Beers. says:
IF Cronje and his men are captured
it will not end the war. The war will
not end until Pretoria falls and when
the British reach the Transvaal capt.
tol many thousand lives will have been
lost. AS to intervention, the outlook
is not pleasing. l see no hope in Eu-
rope unless Russia should take action
and that does not appear likely. The
only hope is in the United States No
other power can mediate and the ad-
ministration appears to be luke warm
Public opinion in the United States
seems to count for little 50 far as its
influence upon the administration is
concerned"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

Arundel, Monday, Feb. 26.-The Beers
under British pressure have evacua-
ted their positions in this neighbour
hood retiring northward In the fight
ing hereabouts their loss is thought to
have been considerable, as So graves
were found.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

Ottawa. Feb. 27.-Hon. Jos. Chamber
lain cables to Lord Mimic as follows:
London. Feb. 27.-Her Majesty, the
Queen, desires you to express TO the
people of the Dominion her admira-
ton of gallant conduct of her Canadian
troops in late engagement and her
sorrow at loss of SO many brave men,
Chamberlain"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

St. John, n. b.. Feb. 27.-News Of
Cronje's surrender and the important
part taken in the British operations by
the Canadians arrived on the coolest
day Of the year. Flags We're flung out
crowds paraded the streets. Tonight.
an immense bonfire is flaming from
historic Fort Howe, the greatest eleva-
ton in the city. From all over the
province come similar reports. In
Fredericton, Woodstock, Moncton and
Chatham business has been practically
suspended, all day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

London. Feb. 27-6.35 p. M.-The way
office has issued a list of 721 non-com-
missioned officers and men wounded in
the fighting at Paardeberg, Sunday,
Feb. Is, including 63 Canadians and
273 Highlanders.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

Buffalo. \. T., Feb. 27.-Montaguo
White Of Pretoria. formerly consul
general of the Boer republic at Lon
don, who arrived here, today, in reply
to query said the surrender of Gen.
Cronje marked the close Of the often
siVe operation of the war. The enor-
nous, overwhelming British force has
compelled the abandonment of often
sive tactics and the beginning of de-
fensiVc.
How long Will the Beers be able to
defend their country"
That is impossible to say. am
not military man. l am informed,
however. by men who are competent
strategists. that Pretoria is impregna-
BILE. The remainder of the war be
tween England and the South African
republic viii be less dramatic and will
be of long Duration"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

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Toronto. Ont. Feb. 27.-Every flag in
the city, today. was raised high when the
news of the surrender of Cronie became
known. Newspaper offices were besieged
by eager inquirers for confirma ton.
VI hen il was learned that the war Office
had given ii out a great cheer went up.
Everybody in this city is enthusiastic
over the victory.
St Johns. y. F.. Feb. 21.-The colonial
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

Washington, Feb. 27.-A cablegram
of todays date received at the state
department from Adelbert Hay, United
States consul at Pretoria, reports the
arrival at that capital of Capt Carl
leichmann, the United States army
officer detailed to observe the conduct
of the war in South Africa from the
Boer side. Mr.. Hay adds that Capt.
Reichmann was courteously received
by the Boer officials.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

Montreal Feb 27.-The news Of the sur
render of Cronje was received in Montreal
all issued extras and dense crowds are
gathered in front of all the bulletin
boards awaiting further particulars. The
event will be specially celebrated, To-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

st. Johns. y. F.. Feb. 27.-The colonia
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

London, Feb. PA special dispatch
from Cape Town. dated Monday, saws:
Gen. Cronje, last night. attempted to
escape with 2 party Of Beers, but he
was driven back"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

ottawa Ont. Feb 27-There was gen
eral enthusiasm and rejoicing all over the
city. today. when the news Of the Surren-
der of Gen. Cronie was received through
The Associated Press. later confirmed by
dispatch from Sir Alfred Miner, high
the csT general
the noble share taken by the troops Of
Canada. Flags are floating from the Par
lament buildings and all the principal
buildings in the city In official and mill
tary circles there was intense enthusiasm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

London. Feb. 2S.-A special dispatch
from ColensO. dated Tuesday. Feb o.
says: The Beers are endeavorinG to out
flank us and severe fighting continues"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

London. Feb. c7.-At 4 meeting Of tn
British American corporation. today. Il
which the Marquis Of Durcrin presided
he referred tn the surrender Nj Gen
Cronje and said that not even IN an &C
Casi0n SO unromantic as 4 business meet
ing could he refrain from adding hi
tribute of admiration for TIE spirit o
loyal devotion which had induced tina
great country. Canada. to dispatch acros
the Atlantic these noble battalions o
gallant soldiers who We're risking thei
lives and shedding their blood, as som
had already done. in the cause Of thei
Queen and in defence OF the integrity Q
their common empire
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-02-28

Berlin Feb 27-The German news
papers are disappointed at the surrender
of Gen. CrOnje. They admit that Lord
Roberts has shown real military ability
and dash and that the Beers have lost in
Cronie their most skillful leader.
New-York tribune., 1900-04-27
ROOSEVELT WILL NOT RUN
HE SAYS FOR THE THIRD TINE THAT
HE IS NOT TO BE A CANDIDATE
FOR VICE-PRESIDENT.
IBY TELEGRAPH TO THE TRIBUNE.l

Chicago. April PCT will not be a candidate
for Vice-Presdent on the Republican ticket"
us this fnal?"
My statement is absolute This IS the third
time have made it. and three times ought to be
out. 1 appreciate the Importance of the office
and the honor shown me by those who would
like to see occupy It, but, beyond any shadow
OF doubt, the place for me to render good service
to the State and the party is the place 1 now
hold. If the Republicans of New-YOrl State see
fit to renominate me for Governor I shall be
glad. I render a this time the best service
to the party by running for Governor and the
best service TO the public Governor"
But cannot the Philadelphia Convention be
stampeded to you?"
NO 1 shall second the nomination Of Presi-
dent Mckinley, which is the proper thing for
to do, and the ticket will have my loyal support
throughout the campaign"
SO spoke Governor Roosevelt of New-York to-
day as his train approached Chicago He was
coming to the Marquette Clubs reception to-
night and the Grant birthday exercises at Ga
lena tomorrow. where he will be the orator OF
the day. Governor Roosevelt's statements other
than those given above left no room for ques-
tlon as to the utter impossibility of making him
President McKinley's running mate this year.
Who will be the Vice-Presidential candi-
date?" he was asked
'I don't know. Bartlett Tripp. now of Wash
ington State, is said to have several delegations
pledged to him for the nomination. He is an ex-
cellent man. If the Pacific Coast has a good man
to present for the place 1 would be in favor of
recognizing its candidate
Mr.. Hollis. who accompanied Governor Roose-
welt. said after Mr.. Roosevelt had left his seat:
1t is unjust TO President Mckinley that II
should be made to appear that he needs Gov
ernor Roosevelt On his ticket this year The
friends of the President should not place him in
that position. The best thing that be said
of Governor Roosevelt is that some of the
largest corporations of New-YOrk are alreadf
saying that he is unsafe for the Cow
ernor's chair, and should not be renOminated.
They are as much responsible for this effort TO
make him Nice-President any one"
Governor Roosevelt was asked about his 1904
candidacy for the Presidency. He laughed:
That is a long way Off. I do not know what
may happen before then"
delegation of Spanish veterans called
on Governor Roosevelt after his arrival In the
city. delegation from the Hamilton Club also
called upon the Governor and secured promise
from him to address meeting here in the cam
palgn. Tonight the Governor attended the
banquet of the Marquette Club, and spoke in
formally.
New-York tribune., 1900-04-27
MOUNTAIN PLATEAU OCCUPIED.
HAMILToNs COMMAND DOMINATES THE
LADYBRAND DISTRICT

London. April 27.-The Bloemfontein CORE
spondent Of THE Daily Telegraph" under
Wednesdays date, says
Our mounted infantry entered the high noun
tain plateau of Thaba Ncbu to-day almost with
out opposition. AS Thaba Nchu is a natural
fortress, this must mean that the Beers have
practically thrown up the sponge in this sec
tion Of the country. If the force presses on to
Ladybrand the whole country south of that
point and in line with Bloemfontein will be com
pletely in hands.
One difficulty is that many OF the Beers form
ing commanders. Immediately finding them
selves beaten retreat to their farms and resume
the roles of peaceful citizenship hiding their
rifles.
The Bloemfontein correspondent Of The
Standard" telegraphing on Thursday says:
General Ian Hamilton. with mounted infantry
naval guns and a hOwtzer battery advanced
from the waterwOrks in the direction of Tha ba
Nchu. A large force Of infantry supported lfm
He met with no opposition, and the mounted
infantry occupied a position dominating the
Ladybrand district.
Dispatches from Aliwal North. under date of
Wednesday, April % say the Beers left Wepe-
hurriedy that many of the dead were
left in the trenches unburied. COmmandant s
Cronje is reported to have been killed.
According to advices from Bloemfontein the
attempt of the Beers at Brandfort 10 get In
touch with the command at Thaba Nchu was
frustrated by force dispatched by General
Tucker from Glen
dispatch from Pretoria reports the arrival
there Of Lord Rosslyn as an unwounded pris-
Orer
New-York tribune., 1900-04-27
AFTER ELUSIVE BOERS.
NO REPORT THAT ANY HAVE
BEEN CAPTURED YET.
GENERAL HAMILTON, AT THABA NCHU.
NEAREST TO THE FLEEING CON-
MANDOES OF DE WET.
ICorright: 1900: BY The New-York Tribune.l
IBY CABLE TO THE FRIBUNEI

TCoryTight: 1900: BY The New-York Tribune
IBY CABLE TO THE YRIBuNEJ
LONDON, April p, q a. m.-Further details of
operations in the Free State are published to-
day, 5ut very little fresh light is thrown on the
situstion. for the time being at any rate The
Boers have succeeded in evadng the encircling
movement which General Roberts devised
against them, as there is indication Of the
capture by any Of the British columns of a sim
gle prisoner good deal. apparently, depends
upon General Hamilton. If he can intercept the
retreat Of De Vets commands it is quite pos
sible that q considerable Boer force may yet be
cut of.
It is calculated that the waterworks at San
mas Post can be repaired in a week
Kimberley is filling up with troops Of the
Tenth Division. under General Hunter. There
Is good proof that Boshof is neither surrounded
aor occupied by the Beers and more than one
correspondent states that General Methuen is
still there.
THE Mails" telegram from Pretoria says 1t
IS suggested that the foundry explosion was a
planned outrage. The factory Will again be in
working order in a fortnight From the same
source IL is announced that maps and secret
reports. dated 1897. Of the British Intelligence
Post. confirm the Beers in their opinion that
the British had long been preparing for the
war 1 N F.