The French Patriotic League, which has been inviting the officers of the Army to become members, declares that the Army regulations will permit them to join. ...
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Article : 89 wordsThere has been a conflict between the Russians and Chinese at Talienwan, in which one of the Russians and 100 Chinese were killed. The trouble arose over ...
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Article : 11 wordsThe Duke and Duchess of Connaught, who are at present visiting the Soudan were enthusiastically received on paying a visit to Omdurman. The Duke of ...
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The Capricornian (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1875 - 1929), Sat 25 Feb 1899, Page 22
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