Stormy City Council Debates Eight Hour Labor Ordinance
City council adjourned amid a stormy session as aldermen split seven to five on labor eight hour provisions and an amendment shifting payday. The vote tangled over compensation, street and sewer issues, and a plan to further study a comprehensive drainage system for the city.
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Federal Labor Union
Texas Wonder Cure Described in Outdated Ad
An old advertisement touts Hall's Great Discovery as a remedy for kidney and bladder troubles. It claims benefits for diabetes, seminal issues, and back pain, stating one bottle cures in two months. The copy mentions the Purior Drug Company of Texas and urges readers to try the product.
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Notable judges and public figures recalled after death
Widespread tributes describe Judge N H Rightor of New Orleans as a long serving Civil District Court judge and state senior jurist who died at 66. Remembrances highlight his Civil War service, White League ties, and steady reappointments through successive governors.
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Hound Over Bond Set in Mortgaged Property Case
Hound Over, Gus Hirachfelt bound over by Justice Malech in 300 for disposal of mortgaged property. John Calvin held under 200 bond on burglary charge. Advertisement urges travelers to carry Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy on journeys. sold by druggists.
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John Calvin
School Board Funds and Salaries Debate in Houston
The Houston school board faces a legal challenge over paying salaries from local and state funds. Officials argue board secretary and treasurer may receive compensation for handling vast city school money, while critics cite law limits. Attorneys note city treasurer may also claim commissions on city appropriations, with ruling forthcoming.
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Ferguson Rifles Onganiset Formed From Colored Military Company
A reorganized unit named the Ferguson Rifles emerged from the colored military company that served in the Spanish War. Thirty seven members attended at Albert Lewis hall on Preston Avenue. Officers elected included Captain August J. Pereaul and First Lieutenant William J. Poe with J. L. Jones as chairman and Henry C. Ferguson titled father of the company. A second meeting set for Friday will choose non commissioned officers.
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Harris County School Fund Distribution Details
Harris County and five separate districts will share the state school fund totaling 17 040 dollars for a scholastic population of 1 240. Houston gets 40 097 dollars for 462 children, runner 1920 00, Houston Heights 740 50, La Forte 517 75, Pasadena 280 25. County outside districts receives 24 615 dollars.
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Carnegie Library Charter Brings Houston Lyceum Meeting
The Houston Lyceum and Carnegie Library charter from Austin prompts a soon called meeting to organize and choose a site. Board members include Brashear president WW Barnett Mrs M Looscan Mrs W El Kendall N G Meldrum H H Dickson W H Clute and A Grant. Mr Carnegie promises funding once a site purchase is confirmed.
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Andree Letter Report From Stockholm to Chicago Trip
A dispatch from Stockholm says the American consul received a letter from Andree the explorer, written in German on June 6, 1900, mentioning a discovery at 47 degrees 5 minutes north and 4 degrees 27 minutes west. Swedish authorities are preparing a report and action on the letter.
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Dangerous pothole disrupts Washington Avenue traffic near Milami Bridge
A severe pothole on Washington Avenue by the Milami track bridge causes frequent bogging of teams and disrupts traffic along the street, prompting concerns from residents and drivers about safety and repairs.
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