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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1901
Page
5
Report on a dramatic trotting battle between Crescens and Abbot with 15,000 in attendance. Crescens seized the lead in the final stages as Abbot surged, while other horses and heats filled the field with notable performances and a costly stumble by Abbot earlier.
Manager Riddy McPhee of the Cincinnati Hatholh announces Weyhing will return to professional play after a ban in Queen City. Once a pitching star near St Louis and Brooklyn, Weyhing has bounced between teams and leagues seeking a comeback and a chance with Milwaukee or Cleveland.
In a string of August outings, teams from Baltimore to Nashville posted varying results. Notable games saw Chattanooga and Memphis win on late surges while Shreveport and Little Rock staged solid performances. New York split a doubleheader with Boston as darkness halted the second game.
The article notes Sir Thomas Lipton’s second attempt to win the America's Cup with Shamrock II and reports disappointment among experts as the challenger falls short against Columbia. It also mentions a Royal Phe Cup event and a Lampasas Gun Club shoot at Lampasas Texas.
August 15 report from Supergaciaco states C. M. Hays has resigned as president of the Southern Pacific. It claims the move follows pressure from major powers and cites a five year contract at $45,000 annually. Hays could not be reached for comment and his secretary would not confirm the report.
A garbled report mentions Aug and 22 with San Angelo Temple and Burstar or Barret amis Teevenwood. It notes intent to attend and references Lampasas, a clit adding powder and a commit or ore in. The fragment ends with a boast about finest growmids and a risky invitation for a farmer shoots trip with a warning of a robbery and promise to come along.
Fragmented text reports the death of Otto Crith, described as an Australian figure, with garbled date references and inconsistencies. The notice suggests Crith was a known coast figure under the alias A. C. Simpson and mentions a 1922 style scene but remains unclear.
Meeting of the Southern League directors is planned for this week in Chattingers Tenn with a vote on a temporary arrangement for President Rent. The election of the president and Willieagor to Kenk will occur at this gathering.
In Pascaloosa Alabama on August 15 a heat ridden mob burst into the jail room before daylight to seize Henry Drati held for an alleged assault. Sheriff Kyle refused the group access to the prisoner and noted keys were locked in the sheriff's office. The mob dispersed after threat with a pistol, while the men targeted in the earlier incident were reportedly from Vealing taat night.
Governor orders Governor's Guards to protect James Dunning a Black man accused of assaulting a white woman near Sardis. Deputies sought to move him out of the county for safety but were blocked by armed guards. Soldiers arrived, attempted to transport him south, then retreated as tensions rose. prisoner remains guarded at the jail.
In Charlotte North Carolina a mob gathered at the jail after William Monroe charged with assault was demanded for delivery. The mob faced a show of force by guards and troops and attempted to enter the prison before dispersing. Early morning troops were ordered to the jail to prevent further trouble.
The mesro Mires, who yesterday confessed to aiding a white woman, was tried and sentenced to death by hanging on September 1. The jury’s verdict followed a plea for clemency and prior orders concerning the condemned.
Abliggne Texas August 14. Hundreds attend the Adventist camp meeting with new fonts and daily events. The encampment features orderly lines and ceremonial setups as crowds participate in religious services and community activities.
Pastor L Gillon of Marine Creek Chapel led a revival at Winona on October 14 converting thirty people in twenty eight minutes. The event aimed to spark similar conversions across local churches as October 14 and 15 were noted for continued impact in the area.
The article reports a protracted Epworth League gathering in a frontier town with services at Mount Carmel and a Sunday School Institute. A total collection of 55 dollars was raised for church support. Notable speakers include Rev J Bel and Prof Vv. BW, with delegates from Wattonsville and Navasota attending.
Reports from Beaumont and nearby towns show a split over the cost of the proposed SynaGogue corner stone ceremony while progress continues on a Natatorium project. Officials note water supply varies along the canal with Goodhue citing adequate flow and potential yields. The cornerstone ceremony on Broadway is planned for a later announced time with several fraternal lodges expected to participate.
Lieutenant Henry Watterson of the U S Army wed Blanca Esther Casanova in Philadelphia at noon, daughter of Dr and Mrs Joan Casanova formerly of Cuba now residents there. The bride joined under the gaze of General Camarone, who fell in battle during the Cuban-Spanish War. The groom is the son of Henry Watterson, famed editor of the Louisville Courier Journal.
T J Witt of Thomas Arnold High School Salado announced the new school building near Temple will be ready for occupancy by mid September. The old structure burned in the summer, and plans include a modern facility for local students.
The county announces the erection of a new court house for Crockett county at Ogona. The contract department is arranging the project under Attenio Grator 826 and seeks bids or approvals as required by county notice.
The text reports funeral arrangements for Jake Weiner arriving by Houston and Texas Central rail line at 6 am and funeral at 4 pm. It lists affiliations with Odd Fellows, Met Men, and Woodmen. Additional obituaries mention Laphy Billipes, age 56, dying of malaria fever with services at Br Joseph's infirmary and a contractor D S Delors awaiting arrival. Max Samusts Dead, age 50, and Tease Tease funeral details.
Local notice announces funeral plans for a brother of Raglia family members. It specifies dates and times for a wake and burial rites and urges attendees to be present at the designated church and cemetery.
From Kingston Jamaica August 15 reports arrive of heavy fighting near Pando and Colin as rebel forces persist. Wounded on both sides and government troops retreat after clashes near Colon, with Briton Darien Nae among arrivals detailing ongoing turmoil and threatened supply lines.
Dispatches detail clashes in Venezuela with forces under General Castillo and General Velena. Reports mention rebel and government units skirmishing near Catasie and Catan, with several battles over the past month and government advances securing prisoners and supplies.
Reporting from Colon on August 16 a series of nightly raids continues with Matachin robbed again and cattle stolen from sympathizers. Two women abducted near Gorgometalon, Chinese and other looting observed. Government troops and armed guards bolster patrols as reinforcements are expected. rail traffic and telegraph links show limited disruption.
The United States intends to station ships on both sides of the Panama Isthmus. The Ranger remains in readiness at San Diego with ships bound for San Francisco, awaiting formal orders. Officials say no war exists with Colombia or Venezuela, and cable advisories are awaited.
A Lisbon style dispatch cites a bulletin from Colombian insurgents claiming a combined rebel strength of 60 000 men across various provinces. It lists 10 000 under General Uribe in the northern department, 60 000 in the Magdalena region, and forces in Ovapa and Santander, with scattered notes on command structure and locations.
A brief note reports malaria draining the blood of seers Feenens culli and Youle claiming cures for a mu related ailment. Details are sparse and unclear in the fragment.
In London August 13 a sharp exchange in the House of Commons featured Sir William Verner Harcourt and Colonial Secretary Chamberlain over Lord Kitchener's proclamation. Chamberlain defended government policy, while Harcourt attacked it as harmful amid calls to end the war in South Africa. The debate touched on expansion, pacification, and the future of actions against Boer forces.
London August 15 The house of commons ordered the editor and publisher of The Globe to appear at the bar after breaching privileges. The Globe editorials accuse the nationalist party of political rot and corruption tied to private bills and contracts. Mr Redmond’s motion seeks explanation amid hostile charges from Irish nationalist leaders.
London reports a stalled Nicaraguan canal negotiation as officials confirm only informal communications between Washington and London. The under secretary of state for foreign affairs notes no formal reply to February dispatches, while ministers in the House of Commons seek further information.
New York reports the Tribune confirms two communications from rebel chief Dr A J Montreso reaching the United States, claiming Rafael Uribe Uribe is alive and active in the conflict, despite government denials. The messages suggest Uribe remains central to ongoing hostilities.
In Swedon on August 15 the DHA secretary and Mr Chamberlain informed Sir John Bellewten that talks on the Tranevad and Orangyiver ententes had not yet been begun. There was no move toward a system of discriminatory measures against Corelick Kira.
In Middlesturg near Breynasborg Angost 1 a clash with General Critelnger and Commandants Kraanga Perper and Cachet left Brannive and Cachet mortally wounded while Coot e Gorringeaw and others sustained injuries.
Washington August 14 The appointment of Mr Shantlin, a pioneer of the Donna of generaitva preach at Neng fo le the Bee a so la peanee thon practically ca eu was announced.
The fragmentary item hints at an IRS related notice involving Sears and a person named Maya Bright with limited readable context. No clear event or outcome is established in the accessible text.
Report of sixth annual demonstrations in Ireland citing opposition to English rule. Speakers including Michael Davie Nuellet and Patience group address crowd at Yellow Road site, urging resistance and independence through peaceful means, with calls for reform and loyalty to Ireland.
The arbitration committee of the Texas Grains Association held an all day panel at the Oriental hotel in Dallas. Members include J. Keel of Gainesville, Wyo rackett of Sherman, W. B. Harrison of McKinney, H. B. Ditney of Weatherford and Sherman locals. Those who appealed for arbitration appeared before the committee.
Comanche Texac notes a meeting announcement led by Rev Hitchcock with Ray Watson of Sonora cited. The Texas presbytery is to convene here next week with unclear dates and attendance details due to damaged text.
Reunion of veterans from the noted Confederate brigades of Hoss Betor and Grinberg takes place at Sulphur Springs Texas on August 14 with expected attendance of survivors from nearby areas in the gathering.
Fragmentary dispatch describes a Windfontein incident on May 2. It claims Boers shot wounded British. five or more accused of killing. Text is garbled and uncertain but centers on medical tonic use and Boer actions in battle.
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