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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1902
Page
2
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Coon Potter has withdrawn from the congressional race, leaving supporters and rivals to reassess Campaign dynamics and endorsements as the field tightens. Potter did not announce a replacement candidate and no immediate plans were disclosed.
The article notes a switch from Roosevelt to Funston as a point of discussion and records the regret of Judge Reagan's friends across the state over his prolonged illness.
Congress probes the Dan ish West Indies buy amid signs of corruption or misdeeds, with observers noting issues may lie beyond Denmark and involve undisclosed actions or parties.
The plan suggests a scheme by Roosevelt to compel Lieutenant General Miles to step down, leaving the general little option but to retire at the demand of a prospective president.
Gen. Samuel Pearson asserts the British maintain a regular force in Louisiana and have sent at least 42,000 men and 210,117 horses and mules to South Africa. He cites a British general one colonel and sixty captains and lieutenants stationed with headquarters at New Orleans.
Judge McLane and District Attorney Hamilton return from Carrizo reporting Zapata County residents in dire straits. No fodder, corn at five cents a pound Mexican money, stock dying, water holes drying, and two years of no crops. They traveled 140 miles and urge relief via corn and beans to sustain the population.
Oberlin M. Carter, ex captain of engineers in the U S Army, is seriously ill with typhoid fever at the federal penitentiary in Fort Leavenworth Kansas on April 4. His condition is described as serious and probably fatally ill.
The Houston and Texas Central Railroad sells round trip tickets at reduced rates for the Lumberman's Convention in Houston April 8 to 10 1902. Sale dates April 6 and 7 with departure latest April 12 from Houston. The Lumberman's Special to Mexico City leaves Houston 11 15 p m April 10 via Sunset Route stopping at Republic points. Delegates may get extended ticket limits and a chance to visit Mexico City. For rates schedules and accommodations contact Carl F Drake Austin Tex M L Robbins T J Anderson G P T A A G PA Houston Tex.
105 percent figure mentioned. Carter fears death before arranging his affairs and has sent an urgent telegram to attorney Mr. Stone of Chicago to come at once. A pending government suit seeks possession of Carter's property tied to contract work in Savannah, Georgia, described as a civil trial he hoped to avoid. He says the fight for vindication can continue after his death if illness proves fatal.
A boiler explosion on Spindletop Heights April 4 in Beaumont Texas killed Walter Brandon and badly hurt Sam Garcia J H Flaherty and Will Riddings. The men worked for Beaumont Oil and Pine Line laying pipe to supply compressed air for well agitation. Brandon died from a crushed head after being thrown against an eight inch pipe. Garcia suffered a broken arm leg and multiple bruises. Riddings sustained severe facial burns and bruising. Flaherty injured with arm and leg and several severe contusions.
Freight wreck on the Katy division near Armstrong I T caused injuries to several trainmen. Extra No 102 hit work train No 241 injuring James Clemens J C Douglas and Charles Cowan. Engine 240 and one loaded plus three empty cars derailed. one car destroyed.
A 30 year old man named J H McCready was picked up dying on the bayou foot of Main street in Houston. He was taken to the infirmary where he died shortly after. A note on him said he was heartbroken and tired of life and wished to die. He had lived in the city only a short time.
In Transvaal near Hart river on Monday British forces under Kitchener repelled Delarey Kemp and others after a day of severe fighting. Canadian Rifles led by Lieutenant Bruce Caruthers held ground despite heavy casualties, while gunfire and close combat marked a costly engagement. The express car incident added violence to the day with shots fired at staff but no injuries confirmed.
The War Department division of insular affairs released a table of Cuba's internal revenues for the six months ending December 31, 1901 versus 1899 and 1900. Total 1901 revenues were 349 448 dollars, 1899 413 448 dollars, and 1900 327 427 dollars. A 10 percent tax on passenger and freight rates applied until July 1 1901, amounting to 140 738 dollars in 1899. aside from this levy there is a gradual rise in revenues.
Dr. Clinton R. Catherwood of New York has contracted tuberculosis from a patient. At 27, he has devoted much time and wealth to TB research and is traveling to Colorado seeking a cure. Once a promising, robust athlete, his medical career began only a few years ago.
Washington April 4. Senator Jones of Arkansas returns to the floor after a long absence spent in a renomination bid. He is greeted warmly by colleagues from both parties as the Senate moves to its regular business and then considers the Indian appropriation bill.
The cabinet discussed a letter from Louisiana's governor protesting a supposed British backed mule camp in Louisiana aiding the South African war. The president ordered an investigation into the facts and applicable law.
Vice President and General Manager Leroy Trice and Judge N A Stedman met with the railroad commission in Austin to discuss a proposed charter amendment. Stedman indicated the amendment would pave the way for a number of extensions to be filed very soon.
Washington April 4 The house accepts an invitation from the Army of Cumberland committee to participate in the reinterment at Arlington of the remains of General Rosecrans next die.
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