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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1901
Page
5
A chaotic April session features bills on railroad injury venue, local option alcohol rules, and university funding. Yet conflicts arise over insurance reform, printing of election tickets, and free conference reports. Lawmakers push compromises, adjourn for the day, and prepare for continued consideration tomorrow.
The Senate discussed amendments to a joint resolution proposing state funding for exhibits and education related to the State University and Agricultural College. Participants attacked Aguinaldo and the invasion of his country, with calls for loyalty and the potential impact on democracy and national interests.
A blaze at a Texas lumber yard destroyed over 60 000 feet of timber and 200 000 feet of lumber plus five railcars loaded with lumber. The fire began from a spark near a corner stock, quickly spreading through planing and storage areas. Firefighters and nearby crews battled the flames, with many berths and equipment damaged. losses included miscellaneous consignments and several named brands. The incident led to a full containment after hours of effort.
A fragmented report notes a boarding house in Cleburne Texas sustaining fire damage this morning. It mentions five occupants unknown and furnishings valued around 8704 with heirs seeking 1000 in settlements, while the owner reportedly had little saved.
This evening the event caused by a blaze destroyed Hamilton’s structure. The fire consumed the building before high winds could be controlled. Losses were substantial, with most contents not salvageable and identified as valued around 154 dollars.
A residence at Leary in Montague County Texas burned today. The four room dwelling owned by MM Mookland was destroyed. No insurance was reported and the loss was listed as about 1 dollar.
A fragment from a Texas town notes a near Austin chow house seven miles from Rolle's store. The text is garbled but indicates an event or gathering at the location on April 4 with a possible price or cost noted as S100.
The medical department graduation at Fort Worth University was held tonight at the Christian Tabernacle. About thirty young men comprise the class. Prizes were awarded by Dr Baron Jadera with degrees conferred by Dr GO J. Mish ey. Address by Judge L D Tarleton and class representative C J Meter.
In San Angelo on April 4 a man thought to be Wyn Carver a friend of the outlaw Tom Ketcham was killed by Sonora officers and another man Kilpatrick was wounded. They were said to be involved in the killing of Oliver Hart and refused to surrender when ordered. A reward of about $4000 was posted for Carver.
A shooting occurred on the edge of the Mewson bottom about dark evening. Henry Chap shouted within gun one mass Jack andr von peer deka Sec vevely, bat po ally, Wontilent Ehieu J. W. Ro fadate went down and, rosisd abd Wo Jat Chappell to dali ibs. alg
An old advertisement warns readers that every Cascarets tablet bears the C C C mark and urges shoppers to beware of counterfeit drug products. It emphasizes brand recognition and cautions against fakes in the medicine market.
Galveston April headlines report workmen near the city discovering hanging wires pulling free skeletons, including a child's remains. The scene described involves decomposed bodies, disarrayed wrappings, and unidentified remains found along a marsh in the area. Other items reference court actions and civic notices in Galveston with local meetings and obituaries noted.
Chronicle of small Texas towns reporting mayoral elections and alderman selections. Notable names include J. Hodges, J. Carvel, G. Dickey, W. A. Miller, J. H. Doyle, L. Neely, and T. J. Wilms. Mentions finance matters like fire protection bonds and public improvements, with towns Stamford Georgetown Montague Granbury and Nocops noted.
In Georgetown and Valley View forecasts warn of droughts threatening corn and wheat yields. April frosts and high winds injure cotton and fruit, delaying planting three weeks in Denton and boosting pest damage to wheat. Irish potatoes show promise in northern counties. overall prospects vary with storms, heat, and inconsistent rainfall.
In Montague notes promise good in the peach region and warn of temporary changes. Centri center reports on temple replacements for Washington cows. Cleburne city election discusses Stokiwerth stock, bonds, and financing plans. Ghou Georgetown farmers pivot from oil to cotton after recent losses.
In San Antonio Texas on April 4 a woman named Mrs Gremsinger, once wealthy and influential, was convicted of murdering her husband John Gremsinger. The case involved long confinement and a prior life of prominence before a fatal attack on January 16, as neighbors testified.
Alvil Texts reports drought data from April 4 noting dry weather for two months harming strawberries vegetables and berry crops. Town gardens suffer as many cisterns run low and farmers await rain to avert further losses.
Snvithvilie, Texas April 4 The off salter, dick Henry, aged about fifty, was killed when his deca were crushed below the khees while attempting to heard a mone freight to des Katy yards here yesterday. A subscription was taken up on the city to defray funeral expense.
A telegram from Austin dated April 4 discusses federal plague findings and public health reports. The piece lists numerous chartered companies and stock details across Beaumont, Houston, and surrounding Texas towns, including the Roly On company, Rippertoe Drag company, Clarentian Teena, and the Texas State Technical committee. It also mentions political notes from Congress and social notices about marriages and local residents, with health statistics for the month.
Beekeeping group convenes at the home hive factory of WL Graham & Han in Greenville Teane. About thirty members attend the twenty third annual session of the State Bee Keepers Association. The gathering features a regilar boner and a meeting of the society.
Eirete Wees and Patsy Kerley celebrated their sixty third wedding anniversary at their home five miles south of McKinney Texas. They have lived in Collin county for over fifty years and are regarded as the county’s oldest married couple.
Cabbage shipments from Beeville Texas continue brisk with railroad rates cut this week. Prices average well and buyers are realizing a good deal of money on the crop despite the drought.
Georgetown Texas April 4 The Methodist revival in progress here is growing in interest every day with conversions reported.
C B Wiler of McKinney Texas was fatally shot at Cottage Hill ten miles northwest of the city today during a shooting incident. Police investigations have begun as details emerge about the event and location.
An old advertisement notes Herbine as the best and safest remedy to strengthen the nervous system, ease bowel, liver, and kidney concerns, and claims it can cure liver ailments. Sold by A. E. Kiesling at 602 Malo.
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