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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1901
Page
5
A man confessed to a Texas killing implicating Grimeinger as the principal actor. The draft recounts the execution scene and the accused’s statements while awaiting death. Local figures and steps leading to the hanging are described in the text.
Fragmented OCR style item lists names, places, and brief mentions of residents and travel. Mentions Texans, Houston, Midway, Beaumont, Crockett, Bay City, and others with scattered references to visits, returns, and relatives. The garbled text reads like a community ledger with personal notices rather than a coherent story.
The Dallas reunions to be attended in a body. officers elected for the ensuing year. The camp held two meetings appointing comrades to oversee improvements on the grounds and water works, with plans to wear uniforms. General Van Zandt to attend the 40th Federation, a concert drew a crowd, and a color bearer was introduced. The following officers were elected for the year: Commander WP Brows, Lieutenant Commander Sam Lover, Adjutant TE, Quartermaster WB Williams, Chaplain Rev L Jengiogw, Treasurer Vi Rutledge, and others including cooks and artillery captain J M Diew.
Brenham officials convened to discuss financing for a proposed Second Liberty bond issue. The gathering chaired by W. A. Wool considered committee appointments and outreach to newspaper representatives.
A damaged report notes a Hempstead school meeting with resignations and new officers. It mentions the public school system, a resignation accepted, and new leadership elected for the white secondary group. The fragment references Wil Mankin and Jevaie Mills in official roles.
Lindale Texas August 1 dispatch notes craft ship went from the poet Lace and reached the water mark. Reports of air algae and tired sorting tie the record for one day amid uneven activity at local shipping points.
A. 2d. Cottingham fell ill at Waphington with severe ailments and suspected enteric fever. He tried Kalies heelnin's Colle Cholerg and Minrrhows Flemedy which reportedly cured him promptly, prompting a letter of praise to the manufacturers. Cottingham resides at an unspecified address.
August 2 reports reveal state bid results and contract cancellations for oil products and services, with prices per gallon and per pound listed. Also noted are proposed judicial district realignments affecting Baley Lamb and Parmer counties, population figures, and local civic updates from Austin and surrounding counties.
The secretary of state lists multiple new corporate charters including oil and gas ventures in Dallas and Travis counties. Companies such as Southern Independent Telephone and Telegraph and several petroleum firms receive permits to operate in Texas with capital stocks ranging from 10,000 to 8100,000. Notable incorporators include local and out of state names, with operations spanning Dallas, El Paso, and Los Angeles Beaumont.
Mount Vernon Texas residents report M J Allen held on a murder charge from two years past. Jail disturbance and prisoner confusions are described. Odd Fellows lodge activities at Life place are announced for tonight, with several members expected to attend. Delegates from here visited California for the Ipworth Lodge convention and returned with favorable impressions.
Fragmented report recalls land lottery draw No. 2214 offering parcels up to 100 acres. Mentions arrivals of Howson Minees Whitton and Jones departing for a North Texas visit. Names and scattered phrases point to community notices and travel, with limited readable detail.
A Lindale, Texas notice states the Canning factory now operates in fall with capacity of 2,000 cans per day and about fifty workers. It mentions Dominion and local figures, indicating business activity and employment tied to the plant.
Attorney General files suit against Waters-Pierce Oil and dozens of foreign corporations for failing to file anti-trust affidavits. The list includes American, European and Canadian insurers and manufacturers, with actions centered on statute compliance and potential trusts. The Attorney General seeks proper affidavits or legal remedies in court.
The governor directed the State purchasing agent to cancel the award to a Waters district OKI company for supplying fuel and lubricants to state institutions after the firm failed to meet antitrust compliance requirements. No award will be made to any company not complying with the law, and the case was turned over to the Attorney General.
The act imposes fines from 200 to 5000 dollars per offense for corporations that fail to comply or refuse to oath, with daily penalties after 30 days. State and county prosecutors pursue domestic firms to recover forfeitures and revoke incorporation. reinstatement requires filing a sworn affidavit.
Texas briefs report new four mill machinery placement with capacity of 600 barrels daily in Temple. Corsicana suit for 25000 against Houston and Texas Central alleges permanent personal injuries. Dallas Commercial Club plans a north and east markets train tour for about fourteen days with many wealth figures participating. Angleton bond set for W C Liggett in Carroll killing case. Orange river rise still obstructed by water hyacinths concerns lumbermen and boatmen. Dallas case against B F Carroll (negro soldier) delayed due to absence of witnesses. Port Lavaca notes heavy German farmer migration to Calhoun county and cows spreading. Plonesville brick buyers hiring new contracts for authors soon. Denton Arthur Fetes slain by Mexican. The In gelatin gt YW Borgen pianos mentioned. Paso Texas Charles Darin sold tin pied in Mexico. Sheffield wheat mill venture to Retraske for 000000. Kaufman note on gathering of reunion and other town items.
Beaumont Texas August 2 The case of Frank Rose charged with petty theft has occupied the court since yesterday and is still on trial with a large number of witnesses expected to testify.
The record notes extensive evidence and debate this afternoon. Officials expect the proceedings to extend through the day as key matters involve significant interests and potential outcomes.
The Eternal Order of Region of New York presented a silver loving cup for Renient, De aaresmith af Bypw abe, Wash. A naval issue, the Vermont frigate relic will be preserved at Newport. The North Atlantic squadron ships depart for a month long cruise from Newport on Monday.
A Valley of fragmented prose covers a railway accident near Rock Weir Two miles west of Tamoke Cook feeding a freight train collision. Several men including ST PAW Minn Thomas Malloy and Las Vegas Tyros are named among the injured and casualties.
Weather notes from Pats Lanier County Georgia and multiple Texas counties describe scattered rain and its impact on crops. Reports mention cotton and grain benefits from recent showers, with varied rainfall totals and favorable conditions for growth across Cameron to Mineral Wells and beyond.
In Colorado Springs on August 2 the Colorado quarter centennial featured an address by Theadroit, vice president at the United Hees, delivering the principal talk of the celebration.
The dispatch from Moongia Nivarague on August 2 reports President Zelaya preparing a message to support the Monroe Doctrine and favor a U S canal in Nicaragua. The government expects a budget over half a million per year for internal and external peace projects and improving the situation in Central America.
Hiayans report the Cuban constitutional convention began considering electoral bill provisions separately. The discussion focuses on presidential elector qualifications and candidates born in Cuba or naturalized after eight years residence. In Texas Lockhart celebrates a baseball win as the team earns a reception for its Corpus Christi victory.
An underwriting syndicate possibly totaling $50 million has been formed to finance the consolidation of bituminous coal properties along the Norfolk and Western, Chesapeake and Ohio, and other mines in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. The plan aims to coordinate operations with the Morgan interests.
Special to The Pat August reports Dr Cline from Galveston is assigned to New Orleans to oversee a new district of several plateaus for national forecasting. Edward M. Buque of Galveston and Jowa noted in appointment.
A stern test of the ages proves Grove's Tasteless Colt endures in racing lore. Its enduring appeal, cited by enthusiasts and historians, reflects a unique blend of speed, temperament, and notoriety that has shaped colt lore for decades.
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