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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1902
Page
6
A sprawling Beaumont report covers June Martin surrender on a murder charge, proposed river works at Neches and Sabine mouths, and city efforts to secure funding. It notes tax rolls totaling 5 a 765 400 and possible per cent changes, plus local court actions, opera house steam heat plans, and civic appointments amid ongoing political maneuvering.
A testimonial claims Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets restored health to Mr. Thea G Lever of Laverland County Ireland. It describes nightly cold feet and hands, anxiety, irritability, and stomach distress relieved after several bottles and continued use.
The report details multiple cotton bale sales in Texas towns including Groves and Grapeland. Prices and buyers are listed with names such as Frank Wlopman, Rona Hick, and Gay Willinme. The notes describe bale weights, origin, and sale actions on August 12 and surrounding dates, highlighting early crop movement and market activity.
A Bryan business league discusses federal and state aid for flood damage along the Brazos River. A conference is planned with delegates from Waco and Navasota to address food damage and levee repairs. Farmers back a mobilization and pledge contributions as towns donate funds for levee construction and weed control efforts.
Johnson City Texas reports a lengthy religious gathering led by Rey Robert Hall a Lane University graduate now from Louisville. Noted businessmen Adolph Luckenbieh and Chita Warra participated, while Prof Shaw oversaw a land matters session and Prof Paine attended with county officials as cotton bale figures are recorded.
In Gonzales Texas August 13 the brand and petit jurors were discharged and district court will adjourn tomorrow for the term. The grand jury returned 57 indictments including 41 for mia demeanor and one for murder. Sixteen convictions were reported Grace and the Mexicank One negroon were convicted. Dan Cine, colored, received seven years for murder and will appeal. Civil actions reviewed during the weeks.
A delegation from Rockdale Texas visited Cameron on Tuesday to petition the county commissioners court for road improvements. They urged action on deficient routes affecting local travel and commerce.
August 12 Walilaville Texas county officials report a 1 percent tax rate increase for the year, totaling about 1.6 million dollars. The rise follows higher valuations and is expected to climb yearly as county services and mills adjust. Mills face shortages and local processing disruptions affect production. Chamber County plans to seek legislative help to restore civil proceedings and manage growing demand for small-care services.
Emityville sees varied business activity with Avery 2Cotton and Hound firms improving trade while Dale Mite reports solid progress. Commissioner EF al Taily plans street grading, and contractor MM M Turmeyine starts excavating two brick buildings on Becond Street for Hank Ciemecka. A Sunday excursion to New Braunfels via Katy is advertised with a special round trip rate.
The Hempstead area reports show scattered probate activity and court adjournments. References to wills and estate matters hint at a busy docket with several entries and unclear specifics.
Unclear OCR fragment from Velasco and Vilunooy Kexaz mentions a rivet issue, stock, and water line work. The text references a colonel, a town, and repairs or actions but lacks cohesive details or identifiable dates or names.
Fragmentary OCR notes report the death of Nelly Gray with unclear details. Mentions names such as Milton Wynn and Layat Sikes among others and references baptisms and local observers. The text is garbled and lacks coherent facts, yielding only a vague obituary fragment.
In Wharton city precincts residents face a referendum on incorporation. The August 2 vote will determine if Wharton becomes an autonomous municipality under local governance, amid repeated delays and disputed citizen access to resources.
A public notice from Hotletsvile Vexas dated August 12 invites county judge and officials to approve a condemnation rate to fix a roadway project. The plan involves landowners along the line between the plage and Basle Dakns with a right of way needed for a telephote line. Proceedings will be conducted at the county court.
Burleson County tax rolls show a court session reviewing assessed values. Taxable items include livestock, property, goods, and merchandise with listed credits and state tax components noted by local officials.
Report from Taster Texas dated August 19 details Henry Drum's account of Johny Decker shooting Rimmel in the arm while at work yesterday. Drum’s fright prompted concern over potential amputation as doctors rush to save the arm.
In Gueydan Louisiana a special board meeting of the Sti Rlée company declared a dividend of two and a half dollars per thousand for each dollar of stock owned. The Klue crop seems to be fair.
The latest valuation stands at 97,015,700, a touch below the previous year’s figure. Officials note a steady performance amid ongoing property growth and emphasize continued efforts to improve assessment accuracy.
Disagreement between Brenham Texas city council and Kerrville contractors Moesers Davy & Schott over second story wall thickness and bid validity. Original plans used an eight inch scale. bidders claim bids based on thirteen inch wall. The council contends the eight inch measure. Additionally, local notes include various community updates and announcements.
A delegation of Orange children traveled to a nearby location to assist a community group with citizens of surrounding areas. They helped with a new bottle bottling project and a local tree planting initiative, tying into broader efforts by the visiting party and local merchants.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Ellis County and nearby areas discussing mayoral delegates, a commercial congress, and mining talks. Mentions include tentative events at OBE Prwyet and Temimonylies Eiger Cove, with references to Stritkland and Hone Wealtund.
Fragmentary note from Oluttan Louisiana discusses potential fairs and political events in the fall. Mentions Washington, Sammane, and a public meeting or parade about playing games in the current season. Concludes with uncertainty about schedule.
August 13 report notes rice crop conditions at Sonalilsenville area with abundant water from irrigation and district efforts. Local growers predict favorable yields despite heat and care required for early stages and near-term harvest concerns.
Fragmentary OCR text from a Yoakumea factory report mentions a proprietor and a line related to work. It references dates in a month and health or safety terms but lacks clear names, places, or concrete actions to summarize a specific event.
A local county plans road improvements with ordered grading machinery. Officials Ginn Veo and others urge action to fix roads and modernize infrastructure amid municipal concerns.
Fragmentary text notes a local option campaign in Titus Mount Meadint Texas. J. W. Rheins of Wate spoke for the ante hire at a later event. details and dates are unclear due to garbled OCR text.
A man identified as A. El Hepburn died after being struck by a trolley car while boarding near a street in Shreveport. He reportedly lost balance and fell, suffering fatal injuries on the pavement.
A fragmented obituary noting the death of a local figure Glenny with reference to family, neighbors, and mourners in Santa Fe. Mentions Mrs Fowler and Mrs Miler among attendees and describes a somber scene surrounding a bereavement.
The Marie Fountain Theater Company presents Comrades at the Auditorium tonight. The production promises lively performances and a dramatic tone with a strong cast.
Parker county tax rolls have been completed in Weatherford Texas with the assessor finishing the tally of property values. The announcement notes the overall totals and outlines next steps for tax collection and distribution to local authorities.
A man named William Moffman shot himself in the courthouse after taking witnesses hostage. he died yesterday on the scene. Justice Matthewa presided as the incident occurred during legal proceedings.
Fragmentary text describes a strange occurrence involving The Nadulinkers and cloning of items. Details are unclear, but the report hints at a notable event with possible marine or urban setting and unfamiliar terminology.
The death notices report multiple recent deaths from typhoid fever and other causes. Mrs. C. Sharp died, leaving three children, with funeral arrangements announced. The remains of several individuals were taken to Ross Wrights undertaking establishment and interred at City Cemetery and Glenwood.
Brief note indicates a Black family member described as an emiphore caused the incident during a disputed event in Indianapolis. other male relatives reportedly remained silent.
Reported pistol use at a local salon drew a large crowd as GEM Hoyer investigated. Proprietor Louis Kis faced aggravated assault charges after a disturbance in which no one was shot. EB Moore, a laborer, claimed a firearm was discharged but missed targets amid tense confrontation.
The schedule lists a Marle Fountain Dramatic company performance with repertory and specialties at the auditorium and a Gallagher medal event by the Houston Guo club. Also notes opening of bids at the county courthouse for the County Commissioners Court as arguments proceed regarding the murder trial of Ton Seber for Dan Cabeen.
Justice Matthews Skaln postponed the inquest into the death of Captain Dunovant as Judge Wilson Festerday awaits habeas corpus hearing of W. T. Eldridgs. Attendance of witnesses is sought to proceed today.
Weather notes predict changes within twenty four hours of 8 p m on August 15. Available data shows cooler conditions and a rise in temperature around August 15 with adjustments noted for August 10 and August 14.
Mame Keynote Yean the Pollos Gockar faces a charge of keeping a disorderly house. The case details and court status were reported as ongoing in local proceedings.
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