THE FIGHTING AT NAAUWPOORT.
The Naauwpoort losses were due to Boers concealed in the grass allowing the Hussars to scout uphill only, firing when the Imperial Light Horse ascended in close -ormation. The members of the Light Horse abguted and responded to the Bo** fire briskly, but as they were Buffering considerably from the enemy's fire they were recalled, and having reformed, carried tlie position, by assault. The Boer tactics at Lindley, where Lang fell, were similar. (Received January 12th, 12.58 a.m.) LONDON, January 11. Botha and Viljoen, whenever pressed, retire north to recruit. Lyttelton is at Belfast, but unable to follow the enemy in force. (Recived January 12th, 12.19 a.m.) LONDON, January 11. Boers who have surrendered have boen placed in refuge camps and are cheerfully assisting the British to recapture stock and punish marauders.
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Press, Volume LVIII, Issue 10863, 12 January 1901, Page 7
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