The Archive · 1902

The Boer Triumvirate

London, 19th August.

It is explained! that the Boer Generals could not accept the invitations given them on Saturday last owing to their attire being unsuitable for a ceremonious visit.

They expressed themselves extremely pleased with their visit to the King on Sunday.

The Generals arri i to-day, the authorities giving them a warm welcome,—Special service.

London via Bombay, 20th August.

The Boer Generals were received with an ovation at Rotterdam and the Hague-—Reuter.

Later.

Though the welcome given to the Boer Generals: at Rotterdam and the Baguio was cordial enough, the crowds were unexpectedly small and show little enthusiasm.—Reuter.

ExLondon via Bombay, 21st August.

The Boer. Generals have visited Mr. Kriiger at Utrecht and returned to the Hague. They have abandoned their intended tour of Holland and Belgium and are returning to London instead, to confer with the Colonial office before lecturing in the United Kingdoin.—Reuwter,

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