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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1902

Page

2

Mrs Rob er sues over range cooker claims efficiency

Amid scattered items a court suit labels a Mrs Roberts v gas range deal claiming the 45 model cooks faster and cleaner than wood, reducing soot and smoke and promising economy, with theatrical notes and unrelated royal weather forecasts intermingled. In Detroit a murder confession yields life sentence for Joseph M Miller. Waterways drowning report from Soto Mississippi details four deaths on the Chickasahay river. Court martial end advances for Moses Waller action over execution claims. No verdict yet.

Washington Varina Davis New Orleana Joseph M. Miller Garrice M. Jounett Detroit Te Soto Chickasahay Moses Waller

Incomplete Text Sparks Pension Debate and Diplomatic Remarks

An irregular fumbled excerpt notes an inquiry by Mer Hell about pensions for presidents' widows, with a Chinese exclusion discussion causing sharp Senate criticism of Minister Wawan for his privest to Becretary Hay. Separate sports items mention rain at Montgomery park and record turnout at Bennings Getaway Day amid good weather.

Mer. Hell Coty Senate Wa Wan Hay Montgomery Park Bennings

Beaumont oil firms pay franchisé tax promptly

State revenue agents plan to take the question of pool spelling laws to court while Beaumont area interests settle tax matters. San Antonio authorities deny corpse shipment permit as inspectors investigate city rules and burial procedures.

Beaumont State Revenue Agent Lnto John John Roan Canls San Antonio Runk Reagan Tanner St Beaumont

Political and Market Notes from a St. Louis Ledger

Local convention signals and congressional races in various counties. Cotton prices slip amid rising movement while grain markets show high activity in Chicago. Railroads announce Confederate veteran train to Dallas in April and real estate shows steady transactions. Knights of Pythias plan meetings as leaders discuss water supply and civic matters.

Knights of Pythias Grand Ledge Charles Dillingham 7.C. Hutcheson

Paulist Fathers to Host Informal Reception and Sermon

The Paulist Fathers plan an informal reception at Anunciation Temperance Hall this evening at six, with Father Himmhy and Father Meale leading a brief address on the Blessed Sacrament. A special sermon is expected for Catholics as the week’s events unfold amid parish activities.

Fathers Handy and Healy Anunciation Temperance Hall Father Meale Father Himdhy Hiletoer Sudreetign Hem Ceytaey Martin Tather Horfei Haller Cathaiio Ciiced

General Lee's Visit and Zapata County Distress Appeal

A fragile cry from Zapata County officials appeals for aid amid two years of drought and near famine. County Judge Aepoho urges readers to donate through him, warning of possible mass departures and starvation without immediate relief.

Zapata Conty Honiton and Thefforts

Crowley Court Dismisses Damages Suit in Meche Miller Case

In Crowley Louisiana on April 12 Judge Bensillon dismissed the damages claim in the Miller versus Meche case, ruling for the defendant Sononwaco Mills. The article mentions a country dance dispute involving Miller and Meche’s family, with a potential penitentiary outcome for Miller. It also notes local discussions on Parkerson Avenue and depot site location as a separate community matter.

Crowley Fog Lala Gwen Southere Pacifc Hetatt Meretasta Wieida Parkcorn Avenue Parkerson Avenue

Four Persons Drowned Attempting River Crossing at De Sate

A telegraphic report from Quitman Mississippi notes four individuals drowned while attempting to cross the Chickasawhay River at De Sate near Meridian. Mrs W T Baynes and two daughters perished, along with a man who rushed to save his sister and another, with a sixth person reported missing.

de Sote Meridian Meridian Press Quittoan Chickgantos de Sate W. T. Baynes

Whitman era notes inspire local project history

Fragmentary OCR text mentions individuals and a project, implying a historical note about a cine or theater initiative. Details are unclear, but names such as Sanders and White appear amid a discussion of planning and dedication.

New York News Briefs From Across The Atlantic

A jumble of dispatches reports political and crime news from New York and abroad. Details include a murder case with a suspect facing charges, a Virginian shooting incident, and notes on possible rewards and legal actions related to a crime wave and public safety concerns.

Cis Wits Valparaiso Berg New York the Tribune RASC Mt Firma Mvsptent Kruger le Silyl Auaall Bibes Mito Netitiser Af Mirurien Anepwersil Meroe Skeletiwis Guly Willan Bristol Battin Seth County Virginia Jim Weight Polyphertist Peert Kile Theinas Vietorth Savanaha

Chalmette Investigation Drags in Abilmere Conference

A late progress update reports a conference between Colonel Cremer, Shchur, and Governor Hoard at the governor’s rooms following a Federal inquiry into Abilmere. The meeting, described as the only apparent gesture of interest, occurred amid tense local activity as investigators and officials continued discussions.

New Orleans Abilmere HT. Cremer United Stars Shchur Goveror Hoard Charles Hate Thi Gararnor Toc City Volinel Crowder Tangas

Rain Reports In San Antonio Wind And Hail

A weather bulletin notes strong winds and hail accompanying a fall in San Antonio Texas. The fragment mentions Apel Ag and Kellie with unclear details about the event. The readable portion emphasizes storm activity and local impact.

San Antonio Texas Apel Ag A Aplendialis Tb da Kellie

Rioters Awe Strike Spreads as Socialists Seek Calm

Reported in Brussels apoplexy as rioters mass and socialists urge restraint until Monday. Police and gendarmes deploy near strategic sites while deputies and liberal factions press for quiet and avoid escalation amid ongoing upheaval. warnings of force and potential government response color the tense scene.

Sendarmee

Night Trouble at Sea Station Sparks Wound Toll

A disturbance last night near the harbor caused injuries and hospital arrivals. Reports describe chaotic scenes as ambulances rushed to tend the wounded while authorities controlled the area and investigated the unrest.

Veratram

Local Orange Rail and Building Projects Progress

Orange notes report rail service expansions on the Orange to Brown route and new schedules next Monday with swift completion of nearby station works. Architects and contractors push the Anderson building post office relocation and the South Texana developments as plans advance toward occupancy.

Lexus Orange Rice Ami Orange and Soriiwestern Railrand Orange Buin We Farso Exmreag Hoor Durhioxas Anderson Juli Fire Nore Harry R Southwase

Arkansas farmer visits Chicago to seek drought relief

A farmer from Hardy Arkansas travels to Chicago to obtain credentials and funds to aid drought sufferers in Northern Arkansas. The report notes rainfall deficits across Sharp, Baxter, Stone, Fulton, and surrounding counties and mentions a planned executive meeting of the board of trade to arrange relief measures.

Arkansas Chicago Agen A. T. Rosas Hardy Ari Weimer Sharp Tard Baxtes Stone Fulton Warren Board of Trade

Chinese Imperial Troops Powerless

A courier from Nap Bey Im in Quan Fy reports imperial troops without effect amid local unrest. The dispatch notes caste tensions and administrative strain as forces fail to restore order in the province.

Castes Nap Bey Quan

Fragmented Lines Hint at Daily Growing Arm Power

Partial text suggests a discussion of daily increases in arm power or defense. The readable fragments mention patches and teas and reference Hoenhera, but details and context are unclear.

Cure Hen and Won The Wan or Wenan Aebel TM Chrotith

A peculiar medical offer from Newton at Alamo Plaza promises free treatment and personal correspondence for various diseases. The ad urges readers to send details of their ailment to receive a supposedly perfect remedy and cure.

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