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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1901
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR outlines a disputed 19th century acknowledgment tied to the estate of Mildred Baker and heirs. It references Col. W. Darden, Jane A. Darden, and the Baker heirs, with claims of impropriety, court hopes, and probate actions in a Tennessee county.
The notice lists multiple obituary items. Clarence W Froeck and Agnes Lowther are named with funeral details and relatives. John Glen Spann and Minette are identified in memorial notes. Locations include local residences and churches. The column recalls service times, interments, and regional ties to the community.
Fire department responded to three fires yesterday between 10:06 and 10:06 p m. The first alarm came from box 824 near Jefferson and Calhoun, white smoke and minor damage reported. A second call from box … continued with limited readable details and a third blaze caused minor damage before being contained.
Mesere Gray and Attwater circulate petitions in support of additional substation stations across the state. The group seeks to urge legislature to authorize a referendum and funding, with specific residents and lawmakers cited.
A city council motion sought to remove Street Commissioner Matt Tirening after a scare over ditch and weed cleanup. The debate centered on whether the commissioner’s small twenty two man squad could handle street sanitation duties with the city facing maintenance needs amid opposition.
The contract for the German Lutheran Church construction has been awarded to Mr. Boring for the renovations of their service hall and adjacent areas. The work will proceed at the corner of Trae Avenue and Care Reares, with key tasks including structural repairs and exterior improvements.
Advertises regular excursions to Sylvan Beach and La Porte on Friday evenings and weeknights. Mentions Central depot, departures at 8:00, dancing, boating, bathing, and pavilion activities. Notes limited delays and schedule details with unclear origin text.
The habeas corpus hearing for defendants Bei and Tony Saveri, charged with insult and Intellite murder of Carlo Trombatori, continued this afternoon. Detter Attorney Len cited illness of Detective Charles Quip as reason for a delay while other witnesses remained in court. Judge Alien Will scheduled further proceedings for 10 o clock, with bond set at 6000 for Newton 8 Vengtin in connection with the skiffing of Tollerten Welse last week.
A stream of guests checks in at the Lawlor Hotel with numerous names from Dallas, Boston, Cincinnati, Victoria, Beaumont, Galveston, and other cities. Officials note registrations of Mr Kirk 1nil of Dillas and Mr Mellore Kelley among a broader list of visitors and arrivals in the Logan, Leena, and nearby areas, reflecting a busy lodging house scene.
Fragmentary ad style note praising Mrs Winslow soothing syrup for teething babies. Mentions old time remedy and child comfort. Vague references to soothing effect and care for children.
Prof. Fred W. Mally reports on weevil control efforts and a seven month project. farmers in Caldwell, Fayette, Gonzales, Milam, Burleson counties are urged to adopt preventive measures. Officials note weather conditions impact pest activity and success of treatments.
In Heoville Texas August 8 The Taptint epetinulion of thie itr wil soon begin W judiracted Meeting. Rev WoT Fade and Rev Lephenmat are expected to lead a large crowd at Tokay Leginulog, with tent camps planned thirteen piles west of Orange. A ten day camp meeting will feature sermons by Evangelist Rev Vite and other local pastors.
In a Grove event Tuattlees Ch Wonk shines with strong performance as rivals struggle under pressure. The winner, named in the field, demonstrates resilience and endurance amid a high heat setting.
A reported controversy surrounds a missionary named Miner who opposes honors for a Chinese minister. The text mentions private schools in Ohio and criticisms of government indemnities amid broader references to financial strains and national policy.
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