Historic Houston Rail Timetable Fragments From Grand Central Depot
A garbled 1900s era schedule lists trains serving Houston Grand Central Depot with connections to Galveston La Porte San Antonio and Fort Worth. It notes arrival and departure times for multiple routes including Santa Fe Congress Ave Fifth Ward and Missouri Kansas Texas lines, plus references to major depots and other railways.
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Grand Cone
Missouri, Kansas & Texas
Fifth Ward
J& Great Northern
Columbia
International
Great Northern
Vast plan to consolidate United States rail lines under one company
New York reports a proposed giant trust evolving to unite major railroads under a single controling company. Key figures named include J Pierpont Morgan, Vanderbilt, Harriman, Rockefeller, and Gould. The venture contemplates New Jersey incorporation and acquisition of lines such as the Chicago, Burlington and Quiver and Great Northern routes, with stock swaps and property exchanges. the outcome remains uncertain as investors weigh a "community of interest" rather than a formal merger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States
United
Stop Corporation
New Jereey
New Jerey
New Jerey Nil Eleewhere, “Wits Ool Ping Wil Holt
Wyatenme
Wileed
Uch Road
CX Nees
J. Pierpwont Merean
Wo. K. Vanderbilt
Amen J. Trit
Edward Harrinen
Ceorge J. Gay
John D. Rockefeller
Jacob H. Rutty
Jamea Stillman
Moser
Morin
Vander Bit
Tum
Gould
Alarrician
Rory
Schuif
Stillman
Wall Street
New Jersey
Chagos
Horingtown
Quiver
Interat
Soustry
Ten
Mwepatches
Crocimatt
Fone
Tierpont Morgan Gad Olfeadi
Mies
Sothern Fallroads
Cinelmatt
Ami
Ton
Leisville
Saeed “Chomas
Age
Lollanapolia
Soulkvttie
Railroads spelled out in kindness to people of Texas and New Mexico
The document expresses resolve to citizens of Texas and New Mexico Railroads and authorities to publish resolutions in The Houston Post and send copies to local offices. It emphasizes aiding affected relatives and securing payments and support for public notices and official actions regarding railroad affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonla
Texya Ani Nowloans
Texas
Texas Short Line Railway planned through Grand Saline
The Texas Short Line Railway proposes to build a through route from Gray Sand to Grand Saline along Michigan Street and into Wood County, with a 2000000 capital stock. Condemnation proceedings will be held next Saturday to secure right of way to the Wood County line, aiming for operation by August 1.
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Ugraid Suine
Vau Zandt
Pringey
le Belo
Texas
Chickness
Rimtulug
Texita Rhart
Une
Wood County
M. Stivens
Te Short Tine Tallway Company
bopien + hive
Condi
Gran Sahel
Lyter
Toacketioe
Touring the Southwest With Cassatt Prominent Rail Leader
Alamuilliy 4 Cassatt, president of the Pennsylvania railroad, travels with wife and daughters on a Southwest tour to California and Mexico. The voyage follows two private eras and includes a display of his influence in railroad circles and society. Cassatt, long a leading figure in Philadelphia clubs and civic life, is lauded for his public service and keen knowledge of affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alamuilliy
Cassatt
Pons Iin Railroud
Tie Ta
Poration Shetty
Mousten
Southwest
California
Mexico
Beluge
Anade
Ie Pauyusyeaiin
Cyesatt
Sevatal Lle
Pennsylvania Red Jonet
Aid Lideen
Naaty
Pulyog
Gentlenagis
Coccatt
Philadelphia
Vity
Philadelpha
Miliadelphia
Sears
Ttock Dacm
Chesterbrook
Monmouth Park
Coney Iylaid
Railroad Provident
Krink Thomas
Tierge HW
Moheris
Thom A Siott
Jougar Thompson
Extension discussion set with Dallas delegates on May Day
President Rouse will hold talks with delegates in Dallas on May 1 to consider an extension. The event gathers local officials including Karey of Vewas and Melinin to discuss extending the Pat westward line and related railway matters with a city committee and other named participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cole
Threft
Mises Hemains
Fanyit
Bonnin
William’ Pie Pilla
Rouse
Dallas
McKinney
Texas
Kisii Onl Tees
Detton
Pieoni
Joma Hilt
UT Celi
Don
Jon
WooGeers
Chagres
Canes
Jana A. Baveraux
Bridgeport
Cheap Rates Spark Action for Grand Lodge Meeting
A garbled report notes special rates in Houston tied to the Grand Lodge proceedings. It mentions officers and agents preparing for a meeting, with references to a secretary and returning delegates, but many details are unreadable.
Right of Way Clear Mentioned in Local Notice
Fragmentary OCR notes reference rights of way and a local commission process. The text mentions extensions and official parts, with unclear names and dates. It notes actions by commissions and a request to await further details from a Gugres or related body.
Texarkani Officialures Reported as Board Members
Texarkani and Vexas April Gemeag announce board roles for the Texarhan white Fort Siulth railroad. A Mitten is named general manager while the off board is rejected. T Vereneen oversees the examination and Shreveport Notches railroad carries note on Paris study.
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Texarkani
Vexas
April
Gemeag
Tie
Texarhan
D. AL Mitten
T. Vereneen
Shreveport
Witeh
Joprahord
Ark
Unclear report alleges errors in local actions
Fragmentary text discusses St. Louis figures and a board or official body with vague claims of erroneous reports. Names and places are garbled, prohibiting a clear summary of events or outcomes.
Consolidation Pending Frisco to Memphis Railway System
A reported plan proposes consolidation of the Frisco and Memphis railway lines into a single system. Kanear City and Port Scott be Memphis lines would unify with a common president and general manager. The move, if approved, aims to finish next fall with one competition and one set of officials for the merged roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frisco-Memphis
Kanear City
Agri
Yoakam
Laule
San Francisco
le Winthell
Konata
Port Scott Aoil Memphis
Ee Provident
Gineral Tanate
A. Sy Dadev
Jolm Syatem
Excursion rates for Homeseekers and 1900 fairs
The note outlines authorized Homeseekers' excursions from July 2 to year end with per capita and round trip fares. It mentions summer and travel rates for the Papa American exposition at Battle Creek, and limited performance dates from April to May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Hones
Pune
Bulle
Lodiciapolis
Vice President Van Vleck Tours Peak Region
Vice President W. G. Van Vleck makes a tour through the region with stops noted in the itinerary. Local officials welcomed his visit and spoke on economic plans and public works during the engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. van Vleck
Smer
Leign Pipsinger
Barr Named Vice President and General Manager at Seaboard
James M. Barr, former vice president of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe, accepts the role of first vice president and general manager of Seaboard Air Line. He will share duties with general superintendent Captain Medi. Barr will assume charge soon, with William Skelton authorized to execute the action.
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The
Seaboard
Richmond
James M. Barr
Atchison, Topeka and
Senta Pe
Sealward Air Line Ayatom
Barr
Caprail
Medi
Ubooylis
Willaims
Pennsylvania
Syaten
Locecum
Southerby Wattle at Goalventon Reported In Dense Text
Fragmentary account references officials, locations, and events including Southerby Wattle, Scot superintendent, temples, and various named places and people. The readable segments mention Houston, West Terre, Ayre, and private siege context with unclear dates and outcomes.
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Goalventon
C. BO
Ay Lila
Pike City
Aspen Peter Nla
Aid
Paso
Tugent
Houston Bast
West Tere
da. Wilson
Tye
Westenlay
Tenis Denier
India
Villawe Bentieh
Lowlelmon
Texas
Greta
Orioleaton
Maundy Thursday Lights Extinguished by Rose Croix
Knights of Rose Croix No. 8 Kokdite Meta Chola held the ceremony of extinguishing the lights with a large attendance. The event featured senior and junior officers, officers from related orders, and a formal address by Grand Commander Mappepy Cowell. Numerous tributes and impromptu toasts followed in a ceremonial atmosphere.
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Knights of Rose Croix
J. A. Wilten
Max "Nayt
Bo Sturgis
Gink
Gilpiotié
Mboye
Flolkelen
Chatmirs
Onrmmente
Cowell
Ride
Sadian
Gheiveral
Kota
Navid
Gren Odanindery IK
M's
Yesan
Kidd
Dhid
Tewoa
Bieta
Itt
Grand Durge
Texas
Hlauwton
Mathew
Peter Chater
Titan
Resolutions of Respect Adopted by Athens Business Men
The Athens Business Men's Club held its regular meeting and adopted resolutions of respect for the passing of a notable local figure. The document expresses deep sorrow and commemorates the deceased, reflecting community solidarity and mourning traditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Tega
Texas
New Orleans
Ale
Announced Cure Claims for Kidney and Gravel Relief
An old salve advertisement touts a tonic claiming to cure kidney and bladder issues, remove gravel, and ease diabetes related symptoms. The copy lists several remedies and mentions availability through local druggists in Fort Worth Texas, with names and signatures appended.
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Beeston
Reyne
Denison
Cutry
Houston
A. Ry
Grand Central Depot
San Antonio
G., HW
NR. B
Grand Central
Galveston
la Porte
Ind Cental Depot
O. C
Arive
TOS Om
Golveeton
Santa Fe Congress Ave
R. OB
Ee Antive
Aim
Ghreveport
Mangas City
Cincinnati
K. & T. Depot
Eqao
L& Gn. RR
Compress Avenue
St. Louis
Arrihve
Velasco
ROTH
Leavine Houston
Due P
Pava
HOTEL
Bristol
Fom
W. A. Malin
Tly
Capitol Hotel
Logan, Whey
Boyle
Capitol
Mrooms
A. Hervey SR
Pee Tes
CHAS
Hervey
Mar
Elumue
Amwanil
Odageolis
Morgan, Gould, Vanderbilt
Harriman
Yarlouns Rede
Dr.Williams
Adress Termfliation Medicine Company
Sueur, SN
Mae, Hool Boews
Southern Pacific
Binal Birith Grand Lodge
Mil
St. Louis Apel
Moy Dger
KF. Yoakum
Bt. Levis Awi
Pranelaeo Rollyood
Poport
Arbuckiles
Arbuckles
Arbuckle Bros
Nation Dept
N. Y. City
N.Y
Dunlay Hardwareve
T.c.rr
Llas and
Beieen
E. N. Orouet
Cp.& TL A
M. L. Rogbins
Pod Toa Main
Franklin
Kansas City
B’y
Ike
Rome
Main Street
Sean Jwecinte
Ltrs
Obatanera
Gal Gibb
Winther
Ji Pino
Rypern
Longnocker
Stillwell
Janis Hughes
Tiler
Thoeville
Towa
Apel
Sipthe
Dort
Hall
Bianitor
Trent
Dania
Fort Worth
Texae
Sowtoon
Len Fleming
Gin Ghrr
G. N
LUGEN
Gtrscentrol
Geo. H. Smith
M. J. Anderreon
Via
Dallas 2
Pril
City Ticket Office
Illinois Central Railroad
Texan Pointes
New Orieane
Memphis
Louisville
Oy Yan
Havelin’ Wek
Tina Ra
Vt Wa
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