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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1902
Page
5
The piece chronicles dispute over inspection and operations at the Spindletop area in Texas with Penman Oil and Byersil involvement. It notes injunctions, stock sales, and legal actions from Rex and Todd against oil firms, while describing Hill’s maintenance efforts and the anticipated development at Spindle Top and nearby oil fields.
Fragmentary remarks indicate lack of disclosed specifics on the reorganization. The speaker mentions New York capital and control but offers no further information on timing location or process.
Trading on the stock exchange showed little improvement with only modest gains on select issues. The largest sale occurred at Betty, while several issues drew weaker demand and many prices held steady or declined at closing.
The Commercial league did not receive a proposition from Northern Capitol City through agents KB F Rowson Co to build a one thousand barrel refinery in Jennings Louisiana costing at least 50 000 dollars They seek tax exemption and a 1000 bonus The issue was raised and will be acted on today.
Terrell August 21 residents report formation of a salt company and 9 wells planned near Cart company Wright Ewitel, located about 8 miles south of the city.
A brief note extols Burnett's Vanilla Extract as superior to inferior imitations. The musing suggests better economy and taste with the genuine product over lesser brands.
After a large Republican showing, Senator Joseph W Baitey travels from Wallas to Dallas and New York for campaign hopes. The piece notes his absence, a plan for unity, and anticipates Garner’s supporters backing Haller as leader in the Texas drive.
Porratte Texas August 22 Colonel GW Burkitt declares his aim as chairman of the Texas Republican Party is harmony within the party. He argues factional conflict harms the party and promotes unity under the national administration to advance prosperity and peace across the state.
In a Fort Worth state party discussion, Caralana and Veans report that Green seeks the state chairmanship, promising control of federal offices if victorious. McDonald denies an elitist Fort Worth clash, while Terrell of San Antonio is portrayed as a harmony option through surrender to Hawley.
Dallas county Republicans denounce opponents and rally around a slate led by Governor Burkitt and Lt. Governor Patton. The ticket lists J. B. Stanley as attorney general and Thad C. Bell as commissioner, with state executives named for each district. If Lyons men gain Fort Worth convention influence, the slate appears poised for passage with few changes.
In San Antonio on August 22 the Bexar county Republican executive committee accepted the resignation of Dr. Fred Terrell as chairman. Delegates supporting either B. H. R. Green or Henry Terrell as State chairman will attend the tomorrow primary, seen as favoring Lyon's defeat. The arrangement is viewed as advancing a Green Terrell alliance and may forward Mr. Green's bid for State chairman.
In Galveston Texas August 2 the Galveston republic was announced two mathes of delegates to the county convention on August 26. George J Neviells chair declared one, W K Noble secretary named another amid a usual mixup. Congressional Chairman Joseph Coney said it would take days to clear up the right delegates before the convention and a secretary and delegates for the two year stage convention in Fort Worth will be chosen.
Heanmeb Texas voters prepare for county primaries with leaders showing keen interest while no major outcomes have surfaced. The key decision awaits the county convention on the 26th as party members anticipate the next step.
Fragmentary remarks hint at a party split over fielding war nominees for the county. Indications show some favor action while a considerable majority may resist.
August 22 dispatch notes a pending Eleventh Blavelyt senatorial convention in Denison with three candidates J. T. Linder J. C. Swann and J. M. McKinney. Deadlock expected as ballots remain and no nomination yet. Also mentions Republican county convention gathering and precinct results from Richmond and surrounding area.
A fragmented note from GwWidhiee Vexaa dated August 2 outlines a Republican convention with delegates chosen to attend the national convention in Lined on the Ith ine tant.
In Trenton Texas on August 22 George Bradley eight and his six year old sister were badly burned while a lamp exploded near a fire causing their clothes to ignite. Rescue arrived too late to save the siblings who were reported to be unlikely to survive. Also in Floresville Texas F Powell suffered severe injuries when a press box accident at a gin in Marcellia sent a timber plank striking him near the eye. doctors fear infection but hope for preservation if swelling is controlled.
Fort Worth Texas August 22 W D Jones died after an accident near Amarillo last Sunday. He suffered a fractured skull when his horse pulled him into a wagon wreck. He was brought to St Joseph’s infirmary this morning and shipped to Weldonford later today.
In Rockdale Texas on August 22 a private acetylene gas cylinder exploded badly burning Mr Andrew Perry of Clark Porrey dry goods firm. Both of his hands were severely burned and his face and body sustained lesser injuries.
A railroad worker died after being run over by a moving State railroad car near Rusk Texas yesterday. The victim had stepped off the car to adjust a switch when the car began to move and struck him. He was serving a short sentence and would have been released in a few months.
In Greenville Texas on August 22 a brakeman named T G Werisht on a Durman Bowen train was injured while climbing to the top of a car. The stirrup failed causing a fall and the loss of his left hand.
Dick Wortham son of John J. Woertham died in Mexta Texas on August 22 from a spider bite. He lived a little over thirty hours and was buried the following morning.
A sheriff’s notices column lists thefts and missing animals across Texas counties..W. MB in Wharton reports a bay horse valued at 154 with marks, reward offered. August 2 incident in Iberin Wharton Tores notes two bay clubs and a neck brand. Frank B. Davis seeks information. Cuero and De Witt county notices warn of a striped mule with DVY brand and other livestock thefts.
A Mexican man in Mira Louisiana killed his wife and her alleged lover with a knife after returning home to dinner. The incident occurred at a small cotton shipping point about forty miles south of Texarkana as the couple and a man named Joan millon were preparing to load goods. Local authorities reported the stabbing and investigation is underway.
A resident of New Lisbon Indiana testifies to the health benefits of DeWitt Little Early Rivers bottles after a period of ill health. The impromptu declaration credits the tonic with improving overall well being and aiding stomach and bowel symptoms.
Galveston Texas August 22 a call for a meeting to announce the sea wall right of way and appoint a board to value the property. The owners to pay based on assessed value. Bonds issued to fund the project and a local subscription drive underway. Labor shortages noted at the Southern Pacific pier as construction progresses. Continues with bankruptcy notes and civic events in nearby towns.
Sour Lake Texas reports a syndicate led by John J. Mums buying land parcels from the Guffey No. 3 field for about 1250 per acre with cash. The deal includes a 7 0 acre tract and a second 400 foot by seven acre parcel. The buyers plan immediate development with wire lines and tanks from Sour Lake to Festmont.
Aug 22 county attorney notes cattle in great numbers driven into Texas from the Territory. Officials plan to impound them under Chickasaw law. Texans assess 25 cents per head. Territory cowmen favor sending cattle back to original range as debates on enforcement continue.
Editors from Gonzales Goovalen and Anriet arrive in Goovalen Texas for a two day South and West Texas Paper association meeting. They are met at the depot by a reception committee and escorted to the hotel. Badges identify visiting editors and cotton suppliers are noted at the event.
The State Superintendent releases a preliminary report from the Summer Normal Board of Examiners. Of m applicants, about 43 percent passed the examinations this year, up from 42 percent of 3187 who passed last year. Sam Deaton of Austin, formerly sentenced for the McNell train robbery, has been pardoned.
Dr Larkin of San Antonio arrives in Lampanas to finalize plans for a large mortuary project. A stock company is to be organized with about $25,000 capital, $10,000 of which is pledged by local investors as construction begins. Local officials note the undertaking aims to establish a prominent facility for the community.
August health ad promotes tonics to strengthen nerves and rebuild bodily tissue while purifying stagnant blood. It targets adults seeking vitality through advertised herbal formulas and traditional remedies.
A historical notice extols Paine's Celery Compound as a tonic for weak and nervous systems. It claims relief for headaches, liver and kidney strain, and improved mood, with promises of vitality and steadier nerves. The excerpt reads like an advertisement for the tonic's restorative effects.
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