22 Nov 1900
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1900
Page
1
The report outlines a trial titled The Trial of Pitt held in City and Qut. Details mention proceedings, defense and prosecution, and potential outcomes. Names of officials and dates are partially readable, presenting a courtroom proceeding with typical legal actions and adjournments.
Eyewitness testimony paints Sid Pitt firing on Hill and Burchfield in Monahan's post office area. Postmaster Wren and other witnesses describe shots, angles, and distances as Pitt’s defense vows to show Hill and Burchfield had threatened him. Pitt remains guarded. defense and state battle over motive and conduct as the trial continues.
El Paso papers report strong moves toward forming a Texas state association of business groups. Letters from Dallas and San Antonio endorse the plan, with January 25, 1901 eyed for a meeting in Austin. Talks also link the Rock Island line to a Pacific coast route via Arizona and New Mexico mining districts, boosting El Paso as a railroad hub.
The El Paso city Health Board, with council members present, recommends appointing a sanitary inspector who is a chemist to analyze city water and milk. The proposal, backed by business leaders and dairymen, aims to curb adulteration and ensure pure milk and safe water.
The Rock Island article notes a road project involving the Phelps Dodge company, outlining locations and potential impacts on local transport and industry. Officials discuss funding and timelines as part of a regional development plan.
Collecting dispatches: Kruger arrives in Marseilles to warm reception. Sherman’s brother John dies in Des Moines. Governor in Denver orders lynching probe. Sulllivan dies in London. Czar condition dire in Copenhagen. County Republicans ship gavel to Roosevelt. Denton reports Grayson. New York reports winds damage ships and overdue steamers. Cincinnati notes Frank M. Brown mystery. Juarez Chasing Apache soldiers return to base.
Reports identify Sidney L. Reeks alias S L Reynolds as a Virginia man claiming Cornell credentials. He visited El Paso two weeks ago, roomed with Mrs Hempel, borrowed money, and left after various boasts about banking, cattle business, and a Washington secret service role. He may have fled the country toward Mexico.
The economics department met at the Woman's club rooms for its regular session. Mrs J B R Townsend presented a paper on scientific cooking and Mrs Eugene A Shelton spoke on making the home more beautiful. A child study class will be organized with an engaging program.
New York November 22 bar silver quotes at 0.37. Mexican money quotations in El Paso today at 49.50.
Juarez city authorities back electric street car plans offering tax exemptions for five years after conversion. They refunded 1500 in taxes to the old company which contemplates rebuilding lines, expanding cars, and possibly fielding electric service if power from local electric firms can be secured. Company plan hinges on securing stockholder approval and potential entry by a rival.
A crowd gathers at San Antonio and Mesa to witness foreman and laborers topple half the wall of the old Masonic building. Bricks were stripped from the top as workers pried with timbers and rope. A tip from spectator Ike Alderete helped marshal a coordinated pull and the wall crashed down in three minutes.
The El Paso Social Club announces its next regular dance on Thanksgiving Eve November 2 at the courthouse. The event invites members to gather for an evening of dancing and socializing.
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