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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1902
Page
7
A detailed 1902 report compiles rice crop conditions across Texas counties. It projects a national yield near the entire crop and notes irrigation, equipment, and processing readiness ahead of the 1903 season with Texas traits shaping a potential bumper year.
Reports indicate the well proposition to link water and irrigation in the rice belt shows strong support and success. Analysts note potential to open vast tracts for irrigation, with estimates of 2000000 bushels yield possible under conservative conditions as plans advance.
The Workers Circle of Shearn Methodist Church extends a cordial invitation to the young for an entertaining evening. A music program is arranged and a general good time is anticipated.
Beaumont officials threaten to cancel sewer contracts if Branmour contractors fail to proceed. The City Commission urges immediate paving and sewer work completion, with potential contract reassignment and penalties. Local politicians and engineers debate funds, timing, and project scope as August deadlines loom.
The Erath County area expects better fall business as farming burdens limit new trading. Crops are fine with abundant hay for winter and corn yields around seven and a half bushels per acre. The Whiterhack & Harry building is occupied and Higginbotham Brom. plan a second story addition for a dedicated ware room. A newly transferred bank statement shows deposits, while a Confederate reunion approaches and villagers gather.
Cameron Texas August 6 Mrs Elfes Horstmann was today appointed by the probate court as administrator of a large estate located in Cameron. The appointment follows a petition filed earlier this week and assigns her duties to administer and settle all affairs of the deceased.
Fragmentary reading shows Paula Amelia Al and Klima Horstwind linked to a Payette County estate. Reference to Mr Lorvinaparly death this spring at his home and mentions of Wilam Soran Hin and Wilam Horstwens with an estimated value around 000. Details unclear.
Corpus Christi and nearby counties brace for a tight race in the Fifteenth Congressional District as Democrats rally behind Garner and Scott while Republicans push back amid corruption talk. The main contest centers on Nueces and Rio Grande counties with Garver and Scott favored to clash. Democrats foresee a late surge after Garner’s nomination on the 20th, while Republicans warn of ongoing political strategizing.
Orange notes discuss a chemist visitor, spy allegations about wood pulp processes, and a brown mould issue along the Sabine river. It mentions Kirby Lumber, timber movement to the port, and a new railway terminus at De Wittendy with timber shipments tied to the Orange area.
Port Arthur Texas moves to grant a water company a franchise as citizens express interest in supply upgrades. The plan includes erection of additional buildings on Seventh Street and dock-side improvements to support the water system. The article notes earlier cost estimates and discussion of construction work and city involvement.
Monthly report from the Rice Association of America lists stock of rough and clean rice on August 1 in Louisiana and neighboring states. It notes totals across Texas and other regions, with distribution over thirty days and summaries of on hand quantities.
Goldthwaite reports the first bale weighing 455 pounds sold for 25 cents per pound to AU Gath with a 25 dollar premium. two other bales listed. Kaufman reports a bale weighing 660 pounds sold for 5.15 cents per pound with 16 dollars premium to Botker Nash & Co. first bale of the season. Gateville notes the first bale sold for 60 cents per pound with 15.54 dollar premium. cotton largely undamaged by bollworms and prospects improve.
In Smith County Trier Texas August 6 a large prohibition mass meeting endorsed an early county election on the topic. A general tax meeting is planned for Tuesday August. The campaign argues the prohibition push may hinder the railroad development now underway.
The city expanded its limits to include West Fod solidition Allington Heights Trinity Asiocraty and Chutzaqua park. The extension combines three tensions into one territorial increase affecting a population over 16,000.
An Ohio woman describes chronic constipation and catarrh of the stomach and bowels. After failed purgatives she tries Grape-Nuts, starting with a small amount and gradually increasing, reporting digestion improvement within days.
An article discusses marriage pressures and roles, noting how young and old women vary in expectations. It cites Dr Parker of New York on divorce trends and contrasts ideals of love, respect, and companionship with practical choices for a lifelong partnership. It also reports the engagement of Alice Way to James W Wadeworth Jr and plans for a September wedding at Pelle, Newbury, with a continental honeymoon to follow.
City officials prepare wage payments totaling about 15 000 and plan ordinances to curb traffic around Covalne street and restrict fenders on streetcars. Aldermen attend meetings as boards set valuations and finalize tax rolls while architect Glover drafts a new market building submission.
In Fort Worth August and Clarence Bar Wherton of Houten and Adele Epoonts daughter of M A nne, are wed this evening. The bridal party heads to Denver after the ceremony with plans to return ten days later.
Chief of Police ordered to prosecute Sunday trading violations in Houston as council pushes strict enforcement of the ordinance. Merchants oppose and petition to Mayor and Board of Aldermen seeks continued compliance with penalties up to 80 dollars for selling on Sundays.
Rolessed on bond Willem Chembers appeared in court for arraignment after a brief hearing. Prosecutors allege involvement in a noted case, with details released by the sheriff's office.
A garbled text fragment suggests Armenian speakers discuss a police tampering or obstruction case. It mentions a corrupt or troubled situation, threats, receptacles, and possible retaliation. References to police, a bar, a barn, and a plan imply a local disturbance with unclear actors and outcomes.
Delegates from Texas gather for the Stenographers' Convention with a banquet at the Worth hotel. Interest centers on a proposed interim natary act and state affair outlined by local organizers.
City residents sign a large number of petitions on the franchise extension question with about 200 active signers growing hourly. Public sentiment shows strong opposition to extending the franchise and observers expect a clear majority against it if polls close.
Houston Heights council met Tuesday to canvass the recently cast bond election results. The finance committee favored issuance of bonds to fund school district needs before the forthcoming term starts.
Dispatched government troops begin reinforcement from here to back forces defeated at Pett Ghonuve by opposing factions. General Aimen, head of the southern department, residences noted at AWE Mapes as he declares support for the government effort.
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