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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1902
Page
2
Fragments report heat decay and cooling trends in weather. Mention swathes of soldiers, J P Morgan accused as dangerous, fights over beef, and an injunction against digulators in Chicago. Police riot probes in New York. A lynching and earthquake notices span diverse locales. Porto Rico’s future discussed by the president at Oyster Moy.
A garbled report notes rivers including the San Marcon and Quad Stupe Rivera falling at Gonzales and Coluinhos with rising water elsewhere. It mentions floods, drownings, damage to crops, and ongoing river activity along the Brazos, Red River, and adjacent areas with varying severity and warnings.
A garbled report notes amendments to a Confederate era matter and political shifts including Sherman’s seating and General Ver Zoucht. It mentions Texas chartering a bank with capital R250 and Houston, a local controversy in Byrnesville, and Waco area issues. References to San Antonio, Houston, Fort Worth, Denison plague and Guffey abandoning Corpus Christi after spending 54,000 appear in a disjointed summary.
The article notes a meeting called by President Nickin on August 11 to settle the Southern feature muddle. It highlights the pacing race as the key event at Columbus track and mentions an outsider facing high stakes at Harlem. Other tracks held racing events with limited detail.
Commercial notes from Cotton Valley on Texas weather and new bale movement. Chicago prices dip for wheat and corn as Nenene trends slip. Oates maintains stance amid injunctions. provisions ease in grain sympathy. Brocka rallies cause by feverish activity and rail traffic seeking higher prices.
An official notice reports an upcoming Rock Island reorganization plan. Pripco officials clarify no action yet concerning the Chicago and Eastern Milnetwapqs transfer. The Monon line transfer to Southern railways is expected to occur in August.
Fragmentary OCR text records multiple documents and names without clear events. Foregone charges include forgery and watering instruments. bonds set at 450 dollars per count. Mentions flood victims, repairs, a steel bridge, and a 1960 storm. Lacks a single verifiable news event.
The report describes a volatile session with July wheat and oats, mentions Thord Waite & Co as closing participants, and notes price moves from opening gains to losses as brokers and speculators reacted to debt concerns and delivery plans. Prices swung with limited confidence and speculative activity influenced settlements.
A severe quake near Santa Barbara on July 8 causes widespread destruction. Buildings collapse, glass shatters, and residents scramble to safety as fires ignite and emergency crews race to aid the injured. Eyewitness reports describe collapsed structures, toppled walls, and debris filling streets as alarms sound.
An expert named Christy from the University of California discusses earthquake dynamics and the potential for structural damage. The commentary notes ground motion, fault behavior, and the need for cautious interpretation of seismic data amid ongoing research into vibration patterns and building responses.
Reports say a tremor struck Santa Maria with no damage. Two families arrived from Los Atameon this afternoon as residents prepared for aftershocks.
A strong earthquake struck Santa Barbara region causing heavy shaking in Los Angeles area at one o’clock. Residents reported intense tremors and structural damage with power outages reported in parts of the city.
Gilveston Texas July 1 observers report a heated contention over patronage and civil appointments tied to Quay and the Taft era, with remarks about the Roosevelt campaign plan surfacing in hotel conversations. The piece alleges a strategy linking census figures, political machines, and Key figures like Quay and Roosevelts supporters to influence future appointments and territory control.
Special census agent in Texas faces accusations of mismanaging staffing for county level data collection on the cotton industry. Salary tied to duties drew scrutiny as several appointees were deemed unfit or unavailable, with Senator Guay directing remedies and appointment details.
Michigan Democrats at their state convention eliminated the Durand ticket for governor and listed a full slate: Durand was not nominated. his son attended to support him. The body favored aDurand replacement and avoided endorsing his candidacy.
Hebrews form what they call Nast Sinegislrate committees to investigate police actions during last night riot. They accuse authorities and seek evidence gathering with possible legal action. Mayor Low attends, promising to locate responsibility as protesters plan a mass meeting at Cooper Union tomorrow night.
Fort Worth Texas reports Rabbi Marks Hains of Ban Antonio slightly injured en route to Fort Worth. He is rapidly recovering and will resume travel to Colorado Springs on Saturday via the Denver road.
Washington reports ongoing pressure over the Panama Canal dispute as Morgan's faction faces delays. Colombia delays threaten early treaty settlement while France talks progress toward a title deed for Canal Company property. President Roosevelt may push for ratification and a prompt opening with Nicaragua and Costa Rica if Colombia stalls.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a convention scene with mentions of candidates and platform themes. The readable portions reference individuals like Nur thowal and Jantivs Hele and a United States senators’ context, but many words are garbled. No clear event date or location is confirmed.
A mob in Virginia drags Willim H Wilken from Lewishure Jail and lynches him after overpowering guards. The crowd, including women and children, cheers as the body hangs from a tree. Governor Montague is urged to deploy the Alexandria Light Infantry but the mob completes the execution.
Fragmented text indicates officials in New York reported a blocked or delayed development between multiple entities including St. Louis and Chicago. a meeting was held to discuss positions of unnamed principals. The report lacks clear outcomes or names and references several organizations and individuals in uncertain terms.
Report notes transfer of the Monon road to the Louisville and Nashville and Southern roads has been named for control but legal transfer awaits formal action. Officials say the arrangement is effective in practice though not complete until late summer or early autumn.
A dispatch from Camden Arkansas reports a washout on the main line near Camden causing no Cotton Belt trains to pass since midnight. Five miles of the El Dorado branch north of Camden are reported out of service with no trains able to pass.
At the Baptist State Orphanage board meeting in Lake Charles the contract for a $315,000 building was awarded to commence work at once on the donated site. Groundbreaking and site work began on the Enterprise and Model plantations with completion aimed within two weeks earlier than typical schedules.
Guffey & Co spent 855,000 in futile efforts to operate in this region. Their representative Mr. Rider left for Pittsburg, Pa. A guaranty action will be held later regarding Pleas Pint as operations have been erased and may not resume.
Grove's Slack Root Liver Pills advertise an active principle from Black Root. They claim to act on the liver, relieve constipation without griping or stomach upset and leave no bad after effects. Price 25 cents.
Rumors from Denison Texas say the Missouri Kansas Texas Railway seeks to absorb the Fort Smith and Western. Industry chatter claims Katy has taken an option on the road and may trigger a direct south McAlester link via Crowder with a Guthrie route planned if the absorption proceeds.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions warmth and heat conditions with stray words and names unclear. The readable bits reference weather but include no clear event, action, or identifiable entities to ground a full summary.
Severe weather across Texas disrupts the Cotton Belt timetables and delays passenger trains from Texarkana to Shreveport and Navasota. Officials report heavy rain and high winds affecting routes and schedules as crews work to restore service.
Fragmented report describes river conditions near Hearne with mentions of Situation Way and Brazos. The text notes higher water levels and efforts to reach a ready state as floods impact nearby areas.
A fragmented report describes a raid against Wahwade Doula Mountain forces. Details are unclear but reference to mutled action and a sequence of events suggests a defensive setback and ongoing tensions in the region. Named places and groups indicate a frontier conflict context.
Forecast notes broad probabilities for Friday and Saturday across Washington and eastern Texas. Expect gusty winds and unsettled conditions with variable temperatures and a chance of showers. Strong winds may affect outdoor plans and travel.
The article outlines a heated discussion over colonial policy with references to West Indies relief, abolition and political maneuvering involving Raoul, Pollan, Rebelo and others. It notes fears of broader resistance, talks of divestment, and possible wage effects amid global power shifts.
Attorney Gorayul Hamilo travels to Chicago to gather evidence on a proposed packers merger. The state discusses the merger form whether a sale or consolidation, with proceedings imminent and public interest high.
Special to The Post reports United States Army surgeon George L. Cable from Fort Sam Houston was followed to Camp Eagle Pass. The dispatch notes the transfer as part of a military posting sequence.
An advertisement touts a tonic that cures chills where seven other tonics fail. It lists ingredients such as black root bark prickly ash rare wood bark sarsaparilla and quinine. The product is sold by Parla Moedteine Co and marketed with health claims typical of patent medicines of the era.
A garbled text fragment references Texac Waktae and a bank in San Angelo with mentions of 2500 and July. The readable pieces imply an authorization or financial action connected to a bank and corporate entities, but details are unclear. The item appears to be a brief public notice or clipped report with missing context.
Unclear OCR note about Minister Wu and his activities in Washington. Mentions a newly appointed minister to the Ho is now Lu Bowdoe to Prince Chen and a possible visit to Ching. Indicates uncertainty about attending the coronation and presence in the court.
Rescue teams race to Mount Kimbla colliery after a deadly explosion near Rennee. At least forty holes reported, with heavy loss of life as buildings collapse and miners remain entombed. Officials fear more casualties as work continues.
Secretary Root arrives in Fras Hatre France at noon to greet American troops at war. He is saluted by the French government and the army of the Sel public. He thanks greet and proceeds to Paris.
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