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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1902
Page
5
August report from Texas cites Governor and state works as Austin hosts updates on airfield needs, old water plant purchase, and financial warrants. Mentions county officials, contractors, and military affairs with notes on reunions and local appointments.
Beaumont reports a surge in oil prospecting as major bidders from Bowie seek large contracts and new wells begin at Spindle Top. refiners and storage capacity expand with pipelines and tank works, while Saratoga tests and market demand push toward river refinery connections and higher barrel prices.
In Denleon Texas on August 15 Mrs McElvaney fired at a burglar as he tried to enter the dwelling. A plate shattered and caused a burst resulting in a blaze that engulfed the house and its contents, valued at 2500 with 2900 in losses.
Fragmented OCR style note shows a stock exchange scene with vague names and prices, including mentions of transactions and broker activity. The text is garbled and contains partial company names, quantities, and values, making precise details uncertain.
From Barber Hill Field Patthy Alewing discussed a new well near the Judications area with Port representatives. The first well reaches 852 feet with hard rock cap and promising sand samples. drilling proceeds slowly and a second well is planned next week to map the field's extent.
The Galveston exchange listed varied prices for multiple stocks. Anglo-American 1000 shares at 34 cents, Continental National 100 shares at 10 cents, Manhattan 100 shares at 27.4 cents, Western 100 shares at 1.25 dollars, Seaboard 1000 shares at price unreadable, and Transportation Company 9 shares at 108.25 cents.
Citizens along the Mirxisatopi region report difficulty securing petroleum from Beaumont with Baton Rouge showing widespread inventory shortages as fear of further limits grows and supply remains unreliable.
A Chinese leper, publicized as causing trouble for the government migration office, was taken to a Mexican guard station after an armed clash. He reportedly lost a leg in the incident and was under quarantine as authorities investigated the events and the injured guard’s status.
Bryan Texas August 31 report describes a large Madisonville Confederate reunion with about five thousand in attendance. Colonel Lanham delivered the principal address as attendees enjoyed entertainment and renewed old acquaintances during three days of activities.
McKinney and surrounding area hosted a county reunion with displays featuring exchanges and a prominent trade display. About 500 people attended as the Hin Watha tribe staged a sham battle with visiting tribes from nearby reservations under a Custer massacre theme. speakers gave several addresses.
John Linney of Refugio Texas died at home aged 73 and is said to be the state’s oldest living native. He left ten children and numerous grandchildren across the United States.
New York items list several registrations in the city including Houston residents A J Taylor and W J Torrey at Herald Square and Brigades names, with others from Dallas Navicoa Mesdia Gonsalea and more. The notice appears as a social register excerpt dated August 15.
Fragmentary text mentions a bettle of LF MG and a warning to always buy Burnett's with scattered phrases about savings and medical or retail guidance. The readable content is unclear and contains possible OCR errors.
Fragments from Watt and Waco Texas dated August 15 to 16 discuss tax status for licenses and levee funding, including Comptroller letters doubting licensing taxes, a levee project grant, and an attempted assassination of a city police officer. Additional items cover a pistol carrying fine and a Houston engines meeting for a new water plant.
In a candid note Knapp discusses easing workload compared with last year. The interview touches on a possible gala event, future planning, and the role of local partners. He hints at priorities and timing for upcoming appearances and community activities.
Orange commissioners adjourned after transacting important business as the September 1 date for school openings approached. Superintendent Foster plans school preparations and a Sep 1 arrival to arrange for the q pouloc of the schools. Officers and railway officials were noted, with local incidents including a burglary at a drug store and a chase for robbers. no injuries reported.
John Powers Jr drowned while wading in the Reena river north of Cameron on August 15. His companions Joe McCormack and another unnamed man also drowned while attempting a rescue.
Tug Hessel brings barges Olien Vinita and West to port for New Orle ans this afternoon carrying crude oil. Tank No 1 Swensos clears Morgue City today with 04 000 gallons arudy oil. Marie No 1 sails to New York with 900 000 quilone. Steamer Iris arrived from Hal wenton last night.
Reports from Ellis County indicate cattle dying in unusual ways across several locales. A South Pring of Wasahaene Creek farmer says about fifteen head died recently, with others affected as fears rise over climate and disease. Local farmer rifts note fear of further losses while authorities investigate.
An unverified medical outfit, claiming to be the Southern Specialists, touts advanced methods and permanent cures for chronic diseases in men, women, and children. Offices listed in Houston and Beaumont with a free consultation offer and a three month guarantee, urging readers to call or write before September 1.
Police report a string of breakins near Navassota with loot including a teeth stash and a gheek. Officers tracked a suspect to a deserted cabin on the town’s edge where he was captured by Constable Forrester and deputies. The investigation names several residences and a series of items seized in connection with the Lyons crime spree.
In Denteou Texas on August 15 the Chickahehaw national party reports Governor Mosley won by a slim majority. Byrd, Mosley's opponent, plans to contest the election results.
Fragmentary account describes an allegorical plot with a girl fearing a gracetopper and a man who spends vast sums to build an enclosure. It mentions neglecting family welfare and a horde of pets while praising a remedy said to guard against bowel complaints.
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