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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1901
Page
5
Committees rush on redistricting as appropriation bills move forward. Talks focus on apportionment, district lines for Houston and San Antonio regions, with key figures Moran Patterson and Pepper involved. The House aims to reshuffle seats while preserving state interests amid a busy, stalled week.
The Senate subcommittee on congressional districts met after adjournment with Chairman Davidson presiding. Debates focused on where to start redistricting Beaumont or El Paso while approving executive confidentiality with public access after finalization. The session extended to 8 pm with no final plan announced.
A foggy Senate session discussed an appropriation bill with a 3,830 figure noted and a 1008 reference. President Pin Tom Seat presided as a quorum was present with Chaplain Dav delivering a brief opening prayer. The reading of the operon was dispensed with after a twenty minute adjournment led by Senator Wilton. Governor’s message urged continuation of appointments already rejected in The Pest. Rep Wayland’s group expected to convene at 14m Melick to review the ForCursos nee ee ccUrresalimnl.
A fragmented report outlines a multi-county political arrangement with lists of counties including Guadalupe, Chambers, Fort Bend, Oranges, Matagorda, Newton, Jasper, Tyler, Atwell ing, Sabine, DeWitt, and Victoria. It notes formation of sub committees and notification requirements among interested members and district representatives.
The document reproduces a fragmented act detailing the creation and composition of Texas congressional districts by county. It enumerates counties assigned to each district, with population figures for several districts and notes legislative repeal of conflicting laws. The text also mentions an urgent session deadline and procedural steps.
An early 20th century ad extols Dr Harter’s Iron Tonic as matching nature’s health drive by feeding blood with iron and other ingredients. It claims iron alone harms but the tonic blends iron with additional components to refresh vitality and mend weakness.
Fragmentary notice indicates arbitration panel members facing calls to resign. The report notes recipients received documents and counsel involvement. Details are unclear due to damaged text but action centers on panel integrity and potential dismissal.
A fragmentary report from Island City suggests a Galveston County judges association gathering in Galveston with members from multiple counties. The schedule lists talks on taxation jury practice and court procedures, with remarks by county officials and local judges on court administration and public roads.
A fragmented Galveston page reports on injunction actions in the Fifty-state District Court, noting writs of injunction issued in a real estate and sidewalk excavation dispute involving Hyper Storage and local officials. It also covers a sheriff seizure related to a murder case, listing involved places and figures, plus various society notices and travel mentions.
Fort Worth Texas August 7 Grant Lodge of Knights of Honor elected officers today Theotns P Breager grand dictator T P Hippe vice dictator A J Con presiding dictator Kyle Minkes grand reporter J Wolle treasurer Hattie Orange guardian W J Camp Houten KenL gray Derren Ce M Moore Canre W Hindeen Punvastl etc officers listed with titles and posts The selection of headquarters was postponed due to incomplete details
Dr Talfourd Smith of Siftonm High Behe and Dr Brackett of Medford Mass extol Peruna as a grand catarrh remedy and general tonic. They claim it relieves inflammation of mucous membranes and many related ailments and offer a volume of testimonials and illness-specific notes for readers seeking guidance from The Hartman Sanitarium.
Reports from Auntin Texas detail numerous applications received by the principal and additional awards made by the purchasing agent. The August notices list Openheimer related funds, state purchases, and various vendors including J.P. Davis of Dayton and others in a commercial and educational procurement context. Local officials announce contracts, highway bonds, and corporate filings in Austin and Houston with several named entities and dates.
In Austin and Houston reports, Chief Clerm Thweatt of the Insurance Department resumes a northern and eastern business trip to study fire and lapse issues while other officials, including Muth Woolined and Keiplitte, are tied to policy matters. A bride, Miss Bale Dawson, wed at M. S. Burroughs’ home in Houston, and local officials pursue matters involving life and health policies. The scene includes various visits, civic notes, and community updates amid a period of administrative activity and social events.
At Baylor University a meeting approved plans for George W Carroll Adlante Hall. The three story building will include a gymnasium and seating, with modern facilities. Construction will start soon under Athletic Association supervision, with a slate for completion and features to enhance the campus athletic facilities.
In Fanis Texas on August 7 a two day Parson's Brigade reunion drew visitors from far and wide. The town welcomed the arrival of the Texas Tortin's Wayade unit as a marching band leading the guests to Innis Park for a program and dinner at the Young Men's Christian Association building.
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