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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1902
Page
9
Timetabled arrivals and departures for Grand Central Depot and related lines. Notes include Santa Fe Congress, Galveston Tralie, Central Depot, Fifth Ward, Columbia and Velaste trains with daily and Sunday-only services, and specific arrival times such as 9:20 p m and 4:45 p m.
The Court of Appeals lists cases and parties including Sisk versus S B of rehearing and Texas and Pacific matters. Entries reference Greer Mill & Co, Wentir Union, Seed Whit, and others with multiple attorneys noted from New York Life and National Bank proceedings.
Fragmentary note describes a voyage by train or steamer using a claimed cholera remedy. Text is garbled but mentions safe and reliable transport and difficulty obtaining a remedy or part for the journey.
British consular report notes American locomotive builders offer lower base prices and faster delivery while British firms excel in craftsmanship and long-term reliability. Trials show American engines use more coal in both locomotives and passenger engines, with British firms often faster to complete orders, though American Baldwin works can outperform under steady demand.
Railroads notify receivers that reduced rates from the Atlantic Seaboard to Texas will take effect May 1. The adjustment reflects budget cuts and territory consolidations by the zone commission, with several lines maintaining similar fares under the new scheme.
The article notes a commission's new tariff aims to adjust charges with a 10 cent drop on a portion starting March 1, creating a 2 cent through rate hike balance. It mentions extended mileage territories affecting Texas and St Louis routes, predicting Texas workers and related industries will engage more with Western dealers and manufacturers than before.
In Austin on April 2 the railroad commission announced an interlocking route plan linking Chicago Island and Mexico with Fort Worth Denver. The line from Orange to Northwestern is rated about 24000 per mile. Tax figures were read for quarterly presenter tax with multiple railroads listed.
The Galveston Freight Bureau leases rooms at 10 Strand near the Galveston Marine Association offices. J M Johnston, secretary of the organization, plans to relocate from prior space to avoid delays. The bureau aims to boost the city’s commerce and facilitate favorable freight terms for local interests.
A new schedule goes into effect on the Southern Pacific May 1. Train No 10 will depart San Antonio at 7 45 pm and arrive in Houston around 8 30 pm with adjusted times for through eastbound service from California. Train No 1 currently arriving Houston at 4 25 am will depart Beaumont and New Orleans accordingly as listed. Assistant General Passenger Agent Ang dernin says the changes will be well received.
The Southern Pacific plans a May 1 banquet in San Francisco to entertain subordinates and officers of the system. President Harriman is expected to attend, with other executives joining the event and the reorganization discussions. A separate report notes Jesse Shar, a Santa Fe brakeman, injured in an accident at Bangor when a projection iron piece from a car struck him in the face and neck, narrowly missing a fatal jugular injury. he required eleven stitches and was brought home.
Readers are urged to mail for a free prescription and full treatment details from Knapp Medien Co in Detroit Michigan. Testimonials claim dramatic improvements in vigor, strength, and enlargement after using the method. The letter urges immediate mail response and promises a genuine, tested remedy.
A garbled wartime note praises Confederate veterans and officers including Major General Whip for travel, logistics, and staff coordination. The text extols support from unnamed officials and references transportation between New Orleans and destinations, mentioning Allied tasks and mission focus amid vague directives.
The event opened with a parade through Wovelock and Peonlé square led by dignitaries from Mi Pellews hall. The riding tourney was the main attraction with Bud Holloway taking first prize and George Foreman earning the premier honor. A balloon ascent and parachute leap entertained attendees in the afternoon as officials from the Old Fellows lodge watched a lively program.
A garbled early 20th century note mentions Wo. Fenton of Georgia and Moloney and Company of the Southern Pacific. references political or business visitors from Dallas to Houston and West Texas, with allusions to rail lines and woodwork activity. The fragmentary text names several places and entities but lacks clear events.
In Sherman Texas on April 20 M Dougherty aged about twenty years was fatally injured while crossing a railway track to return to the depot after visiting a flower garden. A platform projection struck him and he fell along the track. He died after being brought to a hospital with multiple injuries.
Alfred Tom, a prominent local resident in Stanton Texas, died at home around 6:90 p.m. He was 42 years old and well known for his community roles. The obituary notes he left behind several relatives and mentions he served as treasurer of Marthe County.
Assistant General Passenger Agent Anderson of the Southern Pacific asks Madanger J N Miller of the Houston and Yesas Central to arrange a Pullman official to handle the company's travel to Houston. He notes the local ticket office is overwhelmed and cannot attend to Pullman demands.
Two specialeepers depart tonight for Los Angeles carrying the Texas delegation to the Federated Women Clubs convention in Los Angeles May 2 to 8. Two trains pass tomorrow morning at 3 and 1 o'clock with the New York delegation and the Chicago and New Orleans delegation.
In Denivan Texas on April 24 the Missouri Kansne and Tejas carpenters who began a strike remain out. The workforce is badly needed in Katy alopa while the general superintendent of motive power and onslpmeat is expected within a day or two to patch up a compromise.
Colonel B R Henderson says buyers have used the allotment and paid upon departure. He indicates the intention to rebuild the Gulf and Interstate road to Valnt, with Vin Pint correspondent noting the development.
A local notice announces a special rate effective May 12 following a recount of a meeting held at New Brauntiths Yeann. The document references organizations Se. t. & Ponomeda and dates in May, including May 1 and May If, framing the rate as part of a revival initiative for New Braves.
Fragmentary account from a 1802 Alabama region notice. References General Poserncer, agents in the Southern Province and Mousten and Tea at Centras Headavartere Alabama Division United Confederate Veterants. Mentions Ma Ronte Home ward dated April 2, 1802.
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