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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1902
Page
2
A chaotic summary reports uncertain weather notes for Louisiana and Atlanta locale, mixed with fragmented references to elections, speeches, labor disputes, and international events. Names and places are unclear, but mentions include a presidential nomination, a coal strike note, and the Colombian revolution context.
Officials consider reappointing Postmaster Strom amid talks on central operations at the national bank, with the matter drawing attention from local and federal offices. The session weighs continuity and service quality as stakeholders seek stable postal leadership.
Fragmentary report mentions charter suspensions for about 200 corporations and a general action against them. Another item references a lethal incident, a shooting of a wife by a man, and a broad set of stalled projects, growth, and railway matters. Weather and sports mentions are inconsistent and unclear.
A jagged item from the arrest desk notes corrections in New York. Reporters describe a tense scene with a slemp in wheat and corn and mention a Philmeliee abwenes with unclear watchwords. Offers list four sleht and a brief note on Hettery and several unknown figures.
A fragmentary report describes officials alleging railway track access issues affecting multiple lines. Mentions Southern Pacific, Beunhion Beunhion, and possible Santa Fe and Katy involvement in an agreement over track usage amid tensions.
The executive committee announces a parade at 10 a.m. as the Colored State troops encampment at Camp Kirby in Emancipation Park proceeds. Companies arrived yesterday and will participate in today’s events surrounding the criminal district court sessions.
A Cannjaharis New York resident reports relief from indigestion and nervous headaches after taking Hood's Sarsaparilla. The testimonial claims prior remedies failed to help, but digestion improved and appetite returned with no distress.
Promotes relief from dyspepsia and strengthens the digestive system. Ends with promise to tone organs and build overall health through Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills.
Wahlington. Atraxt 6 The prosperity of the county is shown by National banks per reports compiled by the comptroller of the currency. Loans and discounts totaled 9 224 875 000 this year, while total deposits rose from 9 0 to 12 0. The note circulation ranged around 6 008 744 075 with Bank reserves and other figures indicating growth in money supply. The piece notes stronger bank activity for several years ahead.
Report states high authority confirms negotiations are ongoing. The city, New York, is cited with authorities discussing shore property and related issues amid uncertain timelines. A representative, J. I. Morgay, is noted in context with a forthcoming assembly and possible legal steps.
Peter Power refused to obey the order to appear in court. The Aug 6 filing notes Power’s attempt to Uywe the Norte Puctitenmurger and that he was held in contempt. The United States district court issued orders for Power and others to appear on August 2.
Special to Wie Ender lists Texans in New York with addresses at Herald Square Union Square Broadway Central and other venues. The roster mentions Hoveton Tower Mina Giopmia Me TL Pluester and many others.
The Cumberland Presbyterian church board gathered and elected officers for the coming year. Plans outlined include Presbyterian education and college initiatives with reports from university and Trinity affiliates.
Fragmentary weather note reports a river flood rising eight inches in twelve hours near Richmond and Wettmond Texas. The text is garbled but indicates flood conditions and farm impact with water levels described as rising and moving toward peeks or peaks.
Fragmented line item notes from Longview indicate unidentified figures and figures near 44 placement. Report mentions Bart, Bader and Santon in rough context with costs listed as 000. No clear event or outcome is specified.
Six sacks of money totaling about 2500 dollars were stolen in a Illinois hold up. A messenger was fired upon and a guard wounded. The robbery occurred near Hanover with the bandits wearing masks and fleeing along the highway leaving the scene.
A garbled despatch reports W. J. Bryan saying he cannot honorably refuse the nomination, while the text notes debate within the Democratic and Republican factions over leadership and how the party might proceed. The piece hints at a split in support and the risk of a campaign strategy depending on who leads.
An unreadable OCR fragment references a legal or financial matter with mentions of money secured and a depositor. Names, dates, or places are not readable, leaving only partial phrases about a deed and a transfer in the context of a court or formal proceeding.
Engineer Mooney recounts a Burlington line holdup near La Crescent Wisconsin. Robbers stopped the train with a white light, entered the cab, forced engine cut, blew the safe, and ordered the crew to jump. One robber possibly killed a fellow bandit during the getaway.
A fragment mentions Bromo Quinine laxative boxes and a claim of ready cures. It reads like an old promotional snippet with scattered wording and no clear event or context. The readable terms reference the product name and daily usage suggestion.
King Edward VII travels from Portsmouth to London aboard the Victoria and Albert yacht and later by carriage. Crowds greet the monarch at Buckingham Palace as he returns home after the operation, appearing well and bowing to cheers.
A distorted account hints at a coronation ceremony held in a city with actors and company members present at a church or abbey. The narrative mentions tapestry displays and a village or parish setting with various attendees and a formal annex or adjoining area.
Accounts describe the August meeting at Reval Harbor where Emperor Wi. of Germany and the Czar conferred aboard ship. Spectators aboard ships and in port observed flags, salutes, and ceremonial exchanges as naval vessels stood by.
MPs criticized the government over European policy and actions in China and the Middle East. Viscount Cranborne defended Britain's stance, while discussions centered on treaties, evacuation plans, and financial measures as Sir Michael Hicks-Beach outlined budget priorities.
William Stehl, state mine inspector for Shenandoah, reports fifteen collieries rendered inoperable by floodwaters, with fourteen immediately at risk for shutdown and up to 20,000 workers likely to lose employment across Pennsylvania towns. He notes recovery could take months and warns the industry faces a widespread shutdown as coal companies plan reworking and rescue efforts.
Watchman in Hanover town employed by the Dnjinware Lackewiths was found dead after a night watch at Ne Bilee collety. An unidentified man claimed the watchman was killed for a missing sum, with the killer and accomplice seen fleeing. Police pursue suspects as townspeople react with fear.
In Clarksburg West Virginia Judge Goff issued a lengthy opinion recusing the habeas corpus action against miners and agitators. The decision remands costs to the muarabal and herry and transfers defendants to Parknewliing to serve remaining sentences. The court found jurisdiction lacking and ruled the Quarnyren Trust of New York may attend, with no need to join the fuel company.
Workers in the Texarkana Telephone Company construction line ended a strike after the company granted higher pay. The key demand was an increase from 2.50 dollars per day. This represents the main achievement in a long line of industrial actions by the workers.
National Council of the Alien Textile Workers of America met this afternoon and voted to call off the strike of Augusta operatives. Strikers are directed to return to Pelura to work.
Shipping report from Tampa notes arrivals and departures of several vessels. The Schone Crown and John & Devlin CAm arrived from unknown ports, while Lampoxny Ami reached Port Adu F with cargo bound for Cal Toston. Folia fronts Liverped rt Limon and Kamae ton were listed among arrivals and sailings with uncertain routes.
An eclectic and garbled report discusses Governor Taft addressing Vatican influence and land control by friars, referencing Spanish estates and political tensions. It mentions New York connections, U.S. secretary positions, and contemplated shifts in governance affecting colonial and religious interests.
Report outlines transfers of assets by religious orders and hospital holdings. Governor Taft informed Treasury and other officials of these movements, noting mergers into corporate stock. The matter involves transfers to Philippine and other entities, with attorneys in New York and Washington providing interpretation.
Washington reports a developing crisis at Panama may force U S action to protect interests. The government considers measures to counter British and Russian pressure while maintaining naval readiness amid threats to properties and vessels.
A telegraph report from Sin Carlos confirms General Herries forces defeat the revolting Fifth Battalion at Agua Dulce. Casualties include several officers and men reported killed or forced to retreat across the lines. The advance halted as troops fled and munitions were stated as captured or used in defense.
A dispatch from WI reports four million Mauser rifles moved to President Castro, with a schooner bearing Tiles and Information bound for Puerto Cabello. The munitions were damaged or missing after the voyage, jeopardizing arms reach to Havana.
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