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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1902
Page
5
A garbled OCR fragment hints at unclear content with missing portions. It mentions actions or states but lacks coherent details or identifiable people, places, or events. The readable phrases show partial words and jumbled sequencing without a discernible news item or conclusion.
Fragmentary OCR describes a Texas state court of appeals session focusing on land patent disputes. Mentions governor visiting Dallas, a secretary presenting exhibits, and prior territorial questions about jurisdiction and state rights.
A chaotic report describes a rush by hundreds of corporations to remit franchise tax payments before deadlines. Officials warn penalties rise after expiry and note widespread activity across states and cities including Austin Houston and Galveston as charter and charter-related matters surface amid broader economic concerns.
The article notes rapid land settlement in western Texas as new buyers rush to claim and pay for land. It describes settlers from Missouri, Nebraska, and Kansas moving in, with many already tilting toward agricultural development and improvements under the 26th legislature.
An old, garbled report mentions Mr Jack Tale and Mr Lele Hhinelender with a court outcome and a sentence to a hospital or prison. It references public free schools in the city, a campaign in Caldwell, and an election or advocacy context. The text is fragmentary and reads like a local civic update with several misread names and dates.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Grove's Black Beet Liver Pills made from an active principle derived from Bleck Bret. The copy asserts liver benefits and compares effects to calomel with a caution about adverse reactions. Price 35 cents.
Four new wells brought in amid a rapid loading push at Sabine Pass and Port Arthur. Lone Star and Crescent Oil reports barge and tanker movements with record barrels per hour, while officials note continued expansion and pipeline plans to boost shipments and refinery feeds.
At 4 pm Southersil company struck well No. 7 near Leavings Jennings. The gusher rose about fifteen feet as the valve closed and crews eyed pairing it with nearby No. 3 and No. 2 wells. Telegraph lines reported potential connections to the force tap and suited pipes underway.
A land owners meeting will be held at Damon to discuss boring for oil. The gathering aims to organize owner participation in a mining venture and address wells and other legal considerations in the Selde of Booty Tezaeds area.
April 24 report from Alvin details officers of the Aimuil and Blee Beveiopiins and mentions G. & Commanding President Ler 2. Sewall, with AL W. Wilieras and TF Fishiyck listed in roles. Attendance by GHUPS DF members is noted but details are unclear due to garbled text.
At the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Honea company the following officers were elected: Director Jamies Thieves and TL Follwar, J. B. Jester, ZH 1 Tee, TT Vy Pork E, President Fo Boer and Hers Metmareen. The officers needed were James Rete President, S. Goodman Chief President, Foedghaen Secretary, BE Lester Treasurer.
The Atlantic and Pacific rail lines face declines as Lake Sparkie emissions drop after Easter. A company efforts to expand work on the ground aim to secure a new well and spur growth, with prospects for nearby areas tied to the project.
The text describes a machine for testing near the area with partial details. It notes a plan to proceed with work and mentions a person referred to as Mas, implying ongoing or pending steps and unresolved issues in the procedure.
A fragmentary report from San Antonio Texas describes a convict killing another inmate during a prison gang era incident. It mentions Jatin Vidal, Superintendent J C Seelhaere, and several named convicts including Mendes Aguilar and Aguilar, detailing theft robbery and a death within the penitentiary.
A lecture at the YMCA hall in Galveston features Dr John Move speaking on mosquitoes and disease control. The talk draws a sizeable audience and reviews managing varieties that can spread disease while noting local civic concerns about engineering endorsements and printing the related bond order.
Galvestoy and Tesoe Ansell Di Ar convened a meeting to discuss the vite costmlestunes sealeht and the role of the Secretety F. 3. Arvin was accepting and Joba, BP, and others backed a deputy appointment to support him. Mr Artstee accepted and promoted a printing firm to the post.
A petrified body was found on Dead Man's Island near Corpus Christi, Texas, in April. Reports describe a head and limbs preserved in solid rock like a fossil, with investigators noting the figure as a male adult, possibly aged around 50, lying face down and partially buried.
A 19th century report describes Frekom's agricultural effort in Texas to eradicate boll weevil. It outlines pest control techniques including use of kerosene emulsion and a lightly jolting mechanism. Local trial plans include coopering with Protestant groups and demonstrations by Mr A O Ferriceten and others.
Spedal to The Peetu New York. April 2. The following Texas attendees listed in New York include Miss V. B. Foster, Miss Hourley, and Mr. and Mrs. Custer among others. Names such as Mrs Dallas Merchants and others appear with partial spellings and provincial titles.
In Valeetlon Texas on April Sh Ee w 1 two inmates tied to an escape plan attempted a jailbreak. Dishes of a Ser a shri gmnr 1h pears of sae Trem a Rr tied to the escape were reported. T. Daskiell and Ned Morris were arrested by the cell for defying Dina.
A local man from West Weet Texas died by his own action on April 24. Mr BE PF Bam, a foreman of the area, is noted as the deceased. Officials indicate the death occurred under the influence or act of self harm. Further details are limited in the fragment.
Fragments describe home remedies for infant colic and diarrhea with mentions of Winslow and family care. The text hints at old fashion remedies and cautions about conditions affecting babies, but readable details are limited.
A court report notes a defendant’s condition linked to a rare wound. Medical expert testimony asserts a successful treatment with an unlisted remedy. The case references St Pan and a final verdict, suggesting full recovery after procedures.
The article warns that some baking powders sold in New York contain alum and racist or dangerous materials. It notes alum and rooks in powders pose health risks and urges consumers to avoid impure products. It mentions efforts by grocers and officials to curb adulterated powders and protect families from unsafe baking powders.
At Dalles Tower on April 29 the Cotton Seed Crushers held an interstate meeting. New officers were elected and two papers were read on topics including the Wider Agricultural Prospect of the South. Posts for several companies were announced among the list of attendees.
Milam County court reports grand jury activity with witnesses Leonard Leopee John H regs Scott Eq Seeders and others listed. The panel reviewed the state’s evidence on the case and eyed possible indictments while noting the court schedule and procedural steps.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions sheriff department and individuals with ages but contains many garbled words and unclear details making meaning uncertain. No clear events dates places or actions emerge from the readable portion.
Garriem notes outline staged improvements including a new twoester brick building and a plan for a wetpemast of Nateedotthaw. The report references markets, crops, and formats for defense tales for vies markt and early tomato crop by crete AR teres five geeee pledt.
A district report notes authority actions and a preliminary decision affecting an individual named Peter who faced an accompaniment period of up to thirty days. The text references jail, offices, and district procedures without detailing specifics.
A Promotion offers a free trial pack by mail to men who write about the State Medical Immitvien. The ad claims cures for weakness, memory loss, and premature aging, promising relief for those suffering from health decline and inviting letters to request the remedy.
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