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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1901
Page
8
Austin Texas July reports show normal examiner batch discarded from a colored normal missing identical papers. Land sales and leases for the month list values and assessments across Travis County with requests for tax valuation adjustments and public protest.
Autin Texas July M The following military commissions were issued today by the governors Kampen Gary to be lieutenant colonel with the infantry. Harris County School Census Austin Texas July 31 The educational arrangement has completed the work of purging the school age population. The county reports 448 school children slight decrease over last year. Bonds Approved Alertin Texas Joie 1 The attorney general today approved issuance of bonds by the county city or precinct. Notes and personals Avatin Texas July 31 Authority to day in Texas was granted today by the insurance department to the Brother Knights of America Meridian This in the ninety day fraternal lodge Soonpeny granted a permit to dye new in the State this year. The governor was slightly indisposed to fund wis unable to be at his office Fats secretary Judge Cravens tonight from a sojourn to Korntiort the governor has been invited to Smith. to view celebration there Au The Penn Lenroviment appeared a or i hue capital stock from 400000 to 100. Secretary bariow 6. Davidson ty jud Becta te ner ets ee on Leni Luke Haynes gone to Rot to accept a position with the ie reported artesian water at lunatic asylum running B. Tharton deputy sheriff of Natchox Mississippi here yesterday on business Thate of Natchox Mississippi here with a bleter Mrs A P Hancock of Mix Faris and Aled f K Mine and Kyle are CC Greer of Bellmont was here on hens near Smith tan returned from a
Temple Texas officials announce John J Meek appointed district clerk for Ben Coury after the term of the former clerk expired Judge Woermas named Meek to fill the post Meek has served three years as vice deputy and jailer for the sheriff in the district office
The Potters wedding near Oklahoma City is noted as Mr Potter wed Miss Mamie Peters with a celebratory party headed by Mrs Hehe and a writer accompanying the couple. The event marks a notable social moment in the local community.
Gregorio Cortes was found guilty of second degree murder in the Henry Schnabel case and sentenced to years in state penitentiary. He faces additional trial for the murder of Sheriff Morris Glover, with proceedings continuing in court. The verdict disappointed prosecutors and relatives of the deceased. Verena wife and two children attended the court session.
The contract for the Apiacopal chorsl in Wharton is awarded to G. C. Dekard and work starts in about three weeks. The bullae will cost 21007 and finish by November 1, 1001. Local residents visiting other cities include K. H. D. Sorrell and family and Mrs S. F. Baten and children. New businesses will open in August and The Word hotel will reopen after September 1. Wharton gains a clothing store and a Christian church minister will preach.
Dallas Texas July 62 A grand jury indicted John Kigpor a negro soldier for perjury in connection with a murder trial regarding the escape from jail at Paso. Witnesses testified in court and the state moves to proceed with the perjury charge. The incident spans the last two weeks of testimony and related grand jury actions.
Port Lavaca Texas July 19 The plan to establish a Chautauqua at Port Lavaca gains strong support from local citizens and summer normal teachers. A waterfront ground block will be prepared with walks and tents and water and bathing facilities added for attendees. The venture is led by Alfiina North Texas and aims to draw educators and the public to a major regional event.
Local grange notes tell of a four year old boy, child of Mr. and Mrs. Brown, who climbed a china cabinet yesterday evening and fell striking a fence with a sharp picket. The incident caused injury but no further details are available.
In Bryan Texas an ecompeti tive examination for appointment to Sam Moreton Horatas Mite Panne McMorrias is underway with candidates contending for forty positions.
A fragmentary notice from Bastrop Lexas dated July 1 reports Dan Brew Woe Wally beaten and two darkion Rhertt David among those involved. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR but indicate a daytime assault with several local names.
A night shooting in Smithville Texas leaves two dead, one white man and one African American. The incident followed a confrontation on a freight train crew property with arrested suspects and a manhunt extending toward Fayetteville.
Local notes list passengers bound for New York on a steamer and social details. Names include Andrews, J B Naughton, J A Heasal, J Whitaker, and W Py McChire. Officials Booth and Whitker travel. Allen Young arrives after graduation. photographers T A Morle head to Detroit for a convention.
In McKinesport Pennsylvania on July 1 Anna Bridowles a 22 year old bride danced at her wedding reception and died shortly after due to the exertion. The groom John Bridowles son of local traders attended the festivities with a modest turnout and the event featured typical wedding rites and dancing.
New Orleans report notes Senator Charles A Towne visiting St Charles Agency amid ongoing interest in the East coast business enterprise. He says he has nothing new to share on current matters engaging attention and references stock matters at a national oil and pipe line company.
Weather and crop notes from Coleman to Brownwood report showers and improving cotton and corn prospects. Drought relief briefed for Collin County and McKinney area with rain improving fruiting, while Rio Grande City and Starr County note favorable showers aiding cotton and forage. Several counties report drier conditions earlier, now seeing brief rain and cautious optimism for yield.
Sheriff department notes a saddle horse stolen from Flatwood near Gonzales on July 2 1901. The animal described as an about ten year old gelding with a saddle and branding 1 over Voom on the left shoulder. Authorities request information leading to recovery and return.
Two suspected smallpox cases found in a negro family near Augent Puchn place south of town. Dr Varley notes patient and all households will be quarantined to prevent spread. No exposure elsewhere reported among citizens.
Willie Hyneck son of J B K Bynech prominent local businessman died today after blood loss from a rusty nail puncture. The accident occurred in Gatnoeville Texas on July 11 as he ended his work.
An ad extols Dr Harter s Iron Tonic as essential iron supplement for blood and oxygen transport. It asserts iron fuels the body s life processes, restores vigor and strength, aids waste removal, and speeds recovery in the sick and fatigued. It promises rapid relief by supplying a specific iron form.
Mexia July 51 The Joe Johnston camp veterans gathered at their grounds west of town on Jack's Creek for a four day outing. An electric light plant and water works served the grounds as officers were elected for the year and meetings held. Notable speakers included Captain J. T. Gibson and Congressman Linham with addresses praising veterans and Civil War leaders. The Woodmen of the World added entertainment with games and a grand drill.
Internal Revenue Collector reports a 25 percent decline in whisky stamp receipts in Texas. Total wine and liquor tax receipts show a mixed picture for the year with shipments to Washington and other notes indicating revenue changes tied to the new tax.
William Zinn, 24, grocery clerk, died when he tried to stop a runaway wagon team in El Paso Texas. He dashed for the lines, was crushed between the wagon and a telegraph pole, and died before a surgeon arrived. The accident occurred July 11.
Beaumont Texas July 1 The Jefferson County bar asks lawyers to meet at the Oil Exchange Halting in Beaumont to discuss creating a separate civil district for Jefferson County. They aim to recommend to the Governor a judge from the county bar for the new district. All local lawyers are urged to attend promptly.
The Post reports demand for bay hay is immense and the New York Texas and Mexican railroad towns cannot supply it. A correspondent travels to the Monte Cortes Canal company area to assess hay quality and feasible routes to ship by rail or wagon, noting the need for an efficient high quality supply.
Reports describe destruction of calves hogs and dogs in Cypress neighborhood near Mx Ailles north of town by beasts resembling rees. Authorities warn residents to avoid contact and secure livestock as patrols search for the animal.
The committee in charge of the Sremen's celebration and hose laying contest postpones the event from August 12 to August 31. The decision notes the difficulties in arranging and organizing the event and confirms the new date for the ceremony and contest.
In Hall County Texas on July 20 evangelist Abi Mulker arrives for a revival at the Pies Baptist Church. Dr Reviita Analysis is named pastor, beginning his seven year tenure as revival services open tonight with multiple hymnals and expected attendances.
W J. W. Chisrii of the Church of Christ closed a twelve day meeting at the Christian Tabernacle in Lott Texas. He reports twelve souls reclaimed despite a tough crowd with good cooperation from the ind. community and helpers.
The Soda Springs camp meeting closed with great success. About fifty conversions were reported. Rev. F. C. Nott led the event with charge.
A Terrell event notes a holiness camp meeting planned for Friday evening at an outside location near the city limits. Details are improvised and informal as organizers prepare the program for the poetry fest and camp gathering.
A Baptist meeting in Hubbant Cltr Texas, led by Rev Hillamat of Nashville, Tennessee, closed a two week revival on July 27. Several conversions reported, with “thick sliders” proclaimed, and a few additions to the church.
A village gathering in Village Mills Texas led by Rev Steve Burke adjourned last night. The event drew residents eager for church access and growth with several new church projects announced for the community.
Open air meeting scheduled in Mineral Wells Texas with JohnL Anirow of the Christian church leading a series of sermons and services beginning at 1 00 p m each evening. The program promises lively preaching with a strong turnout and rising interest in the event this week.
Brownwoul Texas on July 29 saw Barnsy Williams arrive as a large crowd gathered for a series of protracted meetings. A kilometer south of the town, at 6 o'clock, drivers reported ceremonies and sermons drawing many attendees.
A garbled OCR note records a Fort Worth Texas meeting in Dallas fortification style with references to Siete By WHT and Methodist gathering. It mentions Tay 4 Mm and Tel Milly 2000 people, with Abilene linked to a speaker and a church or path event ending early.
A workman died by asphyxiation after entering an oil tank in Dallas. Witnesses say he descended into the tank to inspect its interior when he was overcome by fumes and drowned. The incident prompted a protective inquiry into tank safety practices.
A district judge prepares for the October term to convene proceedings on a barratry matter. The session seeks to address charges of fraud and misconduct, with instructions issued to guide investigations and ensure proper legal steps in the county.
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