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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1902
Page
3
Readable trains arrive and depart at Central Depot with times for Galveston and Santa Fe lines. Notable arrivals include Express Train D405 and services to Galveston, Houston, and Conference avenues with varied afternoon and evening slots.
An Adyson Texas hotel announces American Plan at $2 and $2.50 and European Plan room rates at $1 daily. The notice, signed by manager W.O.A. Malin, promotes modern services and calls for accommodations in Houston and surrounding areas.
Juney Texas August 24 notes a survey of the proposed Tampies Road extension from the terminus Lo i Od location the route before actual construction. G. N's Galveston Excursion reports an Inter i and Great Northern railroad excursion to Galveston with passengers from nearby counties aboard.
August 24 reports Velasco introduces Veloso Berazon and Northern Mid Race schedule with two daily trains. One train departs at 11:40 AM and returns late, offering improved accommodation and service for the traveling public.
Victoria Texas August 24 death of Joe Simon 41 from sunstroke related illness. Seven children survive him. Terrell Texas August 23 remarks by Hon. 8 W. Uta about activity at North Texas Insane Institution and Confederate veterans during the day.
An OCR fragment sells Black Root Liver Pills with claims they cleanse the liver and relieve constipation without stomach upset. It lists a 95 cent price and mentions Belmont College and a printer or publisher credit, with garbled names and illustrations.
Cincinnati crowd soars past 11 000 at Cincinnati and 10 000 at St Louis as Pittsburgs split with the Reds in a doubleheader. Errors late in the first game favor Chicago. In the second game Keenan hits lead the Pirates to a 12 to 4 victory.
The Cawthons routed the Pantitorium by 11 to 1 as Scarborough and Townsend sparked the defense and Williams aided behind the plate. Pat Welsh third base impressed, Foster pitched well, and a notable catch by Let Telly highlighted the game. In other action the French Bakers beat Fifth Ward Invincibles 18 to 6 for their fourteenth straight win. San Antonio clinched the Southwest Texas title with a win over Lockhart. New Iberia defeated Lake Charles 6 to 2 in a pitchers duel. Texas League results included Dallas 8 Paris 6 and Fort Worth action ending unresolved.
The Interstate life and revolver shooting tournament at Seagirt N J on the 24th instant promises a unique event. The range has been rebuilt with 105 targets from 25 to 1000 yards and military authorities show strong interest. The U S Army will send three teams from each service branch and Springfield Arsenal will supply a squad to test the setup.
Captain Schneider’s team won 445 to 415 over Captain Reese’s squad in the regular monthie medal contest held yesterday. Individual high scorers included Mr W. Imitlen and Mrs Charlton, with detailed results listing many participants and scores across the battlers and teams.
In Manila dated August 24 the defense in the Fremnon sedition case calls Governor Taft as a witness. He asserts many former insurgent leaders were appointed to civil positions despite offenses. Taft testifies some proved honest but doubts remain about their conduct and loyalty to the government. Wright slated to visit the United States.
An Anglican ceremony blessed 114 cottages built by the government settlement for sufferers from La Soufriere in St Vincent Kingstown District on a safe four mile western site. The event reflects relief housing efforts after the eruption.
Berlin reports successful Sunday wireless telephone experiments between Bassnitz and Kolberg covering 105 miles. Mexico notes a mine investment valued at 1 million dollars financed by Boston capitalists, amid broader metal production trends. Tampico advances sewer and water projects with 81 million dollars for street improvements.
The Rice Market reports a weak week with heavy receipts and wide buyer seller gaps. Prices are nominal though clean rice holds steady with Honduras top grades. River Association secretary criticizes overoptimistic crop estimates, predicting a poor local harvest and mixed prospects for Louisiana and Texas.
Trinity University in Waxahachie Texas announced its opening will be delayed by one week due to furniture shortages. The administration stated the university will open in September as previously noted, with the new date postponed because of incomplete preparations.
Friends of Congressman Johnie Sheppard of Texas report he remains critically ill in Mineral Wells. Doctors say recovery is uncertain as family plans to travel to see him and prepare for possible departure to College tomorrow.
August 1911 obituary notices the death of Old Bil an Umeha, a renowned Indian chief and Custer war survivor. He fought at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, later joined the regular army, and retired around age.
In an incident described as a tense quarrel, Edward Tomas of Texarkana allegedly clashed with a West Virginia man over a woman. Police reported the dispute escalated but no arrests were noted in the brief account.
Physicians and drug firms in Rocky Hill Station Kentucky tout Herbine Ballard’s Snow Liniment and White’s Cream Vermifuge with claims of cures and health benefits. Testimonials from Dr G H Snigler W Baily and A J Blessing note strong customer satisfaction and sales to remedy paralysis wounds and worms.
A quirky 1920s style ad or verse promoting summer travel on the Denver road. It mentions Periwent crowds, trains bound for Colorado, a cafe performance in eighteen ninety, and a rising yearly business with highlighted ticket sales and route notes.
An ad revision by the Fort Worth Texas office for the Denver Road Passenger Department aims to tailor the notice for better public engagement. The message mentions a special revision to the papwlansing and a playful effort to let people sing along with the ad.
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