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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1902
Page
6
H. S. Wilton delivers a strenuousstatement defending hack proprietors rights amid disputes with merchants and police threats. He urges equal enforcement of cab rules, allied with a demand for designated queuing areas and fair access to Main Street deliveries, warning of further action if authorities fail to act.
Timed reports indicate the Taylor prospect seven miles east of Houston may start moving this week with positive signs from sources close to Hurry County Gas and Oil. President Berry W. Camp of the firm avoided comment while indicating early results are favorable though no immediate gusher is expected. Drilling has continued since May in hopes of targeted production.
A two year old child died yesterday morning at home after a coughing fit. The mother reported no cold prior, a physician was sent for but the cough worsened and the child died before help arrived. Various patent remedies and testimonials follow in the text.
Report outlines bore progress with six feet of solid oil rock pierced and sulphur lodes unearthed. Expectation of striking a case next Friday or Saturday as contractors Perry and Harris push through difficult rock near the shallow depths.
A fifteen member party led by C B Molloy of Moling Br0s Columbus traveled through Texas and Louisiana on a tour to inspect suggested investment properties. The group aimed to evaluate drainage and water provisions on lands offered for investment. They expressed favorable views of Texas and planned further visits and arrangements with the Southern State for Ohio and Indiana.
The sixth annual Tide anniversary event featured a program of vocal and instrumental selections. The performance highlighted "Snowwhite" and included moments of humor, with audience praise for Miss Panis Wisner and a guest appearance by Paul Rattler.
City council opens budget talks noting key items such as street work and transit costs. A delay on petitions for widening Houston area routes and electric railway access is reported, with a vote postponed until after Tuesday.
Tom Johnson a white man about forty was found dead in his bed at the Capitol lodging house on Capitol avenue and Maln Street Friday morning between 2 and 7 o clock. Justice J C Matthews acting coroner ruled natural causes and Thames Johnson named as watchman for the railway in the city was identified as the deceased.
Ruth Lewis Adame aged 1 year 1 month 20 days died at 3 o'clock yesterday morning at 2k Caan Street. Funeral at 5 from the residence with interment in Hollywood cemetery.
The readable text describes a figure or brand linked to Lenzi and a phrase about lasting kindness. Specific events, dates, or locations are not clear. The item presents as a fragmented note or caption rather than a complete news item.
The December term of the criminal district court will convene with Judge J. K. Gillanpie presiding. Grand jury impaneled and readiness for several felonies listed among defendants. Court activity expected to be intense with multiple cases and juries drawn across civil and county court divisions.
W Netter of San Antonio and BE C Elder of Carthage among top guests at gatherings in Latham Me Wi UE Leake of Daillens visits the city. Notables like Mr. Awiiirow Mierson and Paul ool peekert Hinge attend events, with many mentions of travel, sales talks, and social arrivals. The piece notes Captain A J Clayton visiting and Colonel AL OF Reverteen's retirement from Texas Central train duties.
In the page the large land deal is misread as the Maderball Land company and the Poderkieprer Tarmd company RR. Ff. The United Doaughters of the Confelerac plan a morning meeting at Waynelork with a reference to No. 25, Tadiew of the Maccentens, and a forthcoming officers’ election event.
An unclear report describes a hunting event near Crom Tinbern with a minor injury to a child of City Collector J. T. Welchwang. Dr. Courland attended to the wounded, and a dog was involved in a motorized charge incident.
Mr J H Tindley a civil engineer for the Velucco Wrazos and Northren railroad wed Miss Christine Miller at her Klaciter residence yesterday evening with Rev A Loy Road officiating.
Yesterday saw an unusually calm 24 hour period with only a handful of arrests reported, none of which involved major incidents. Officials noted limited activity across the jurisdiction as the calendar moved forward.
Alvini Personals reports residents and visitors across Alvin Texas and nearby areas. Entries include Mr W W Wilkinson returning from a trip to Temple, Mrs Brown visiting from Crawford, and guests of Mr A G Brown. Travel and winter stays noted for Morey family and W A Reinhardt, with various other names and short trips mentioned.
In Bryan Texas the colored people of the precinct held a meeting at the court house yesterday afternoon. R B Gooabr was named chairman and A B Keats secretary. The new organization aims to better the colored race locally and morally, with focus on improvement in intellect spirituality and behavior.
This item endorses OXIDINE as a remedy for chills and promises guaranteed results with Ferera Onre. The phrasing suggests a medical claim aimed at quick relief and satisfaction.
Fragmentary OCR item notes a transcontinental event or entity with unclear names. Readable parts point to a historical notification style brief. No clear action, date, or location is discernible from the legible text.
Yesterday the Eagles installed new quarters featuring elegant club rooms in Mul utreet. Furnishings include carpets, centerpieces, leather chairs, oak tables, and a grand lodge room. A library and formal rooms line the eighty foot long suite dedicated to lodge activities and social functions.
The November reports describe a man killed in a wreck on the Oak Cliff line near Dallas and a separate fatal shooting incident near Gallan in the Northern Texas Traction area. Injuries are listed but details are incomplete due to damaged OCR. Investigations and inquests are noted to be forthcoming.
In Palestine Texas Tivary Wright and Mian Cillse Rialle wed at the Christian church officiated by Rev J C Manen. The Ewing Taylor Wife company prepares a week of performances at the Prinple opera home. Fundraising and donations for the new 20000 Young Men's Christian Association building include a Helen Choulil library donation and a 40 pinks subscription. Mike Gould funds decor and marble flooring as work progresses toward turning the Bolkdille into a major associated building in the South.
In Calvert Texas Pastor Ostey of the Methodist church preached a gospel sermon to a crowd awaiting conference results. Parishioners express desire for Gailey to be sent again by the conference. A local fundraiser at a Fairwheel ride raised funds for the Park delegation, with proceeds allocated to the church treasury.
John H. Franklin, retired Duvinesd man of Lila city aged around eighty, was found dead in Shencreek in western Ac tin after disappearing from his home last night. An inquest yielded a verdict of accidental drowning. He is survived by a wife and children.
Snow and rain swept Alpine in Brewster County and Marfa in Prisidlo County, Texas, delaying activities all day and into tonight as wintry conditions persisted. The disordered text notes teens affected and sections of weather continuing throughout the period.
Fragmentary text describes a disease feared by many, called GRIDINE, claimed to prevent each ounce. The readable parts imply a medical claim or health warning from an old column. No clear dates, places, or named organizations are present.
A fragmented item mentions daylight pun and mourning on the Southern Pacific line. Readable context is limited, but indicates a notice or blurb about dining care and a memorial or mourning event connected to the Southern Pacific.
In Reagan Texas November a fire destroyed W E White and Moya Ranth stores and damaged Yanceys furniture shop. About 20 worth of furniture saved. Firefighters fought flames to save Wardlaw brick store and telephone lines were interrupted amid the blaze. Origin of the fire is unknown.
Fire at Groveton damages a store and a stable linked to Tesad and Anworth's works. Initial reports say three horses perished, insurance details unclear, origin of the blaze unknown as investigators examine the scene.
A Marshall Texas grocery store owned by McNoland burned early today at 4:20 AM. The origin of the fire is unknown and the fire also damaged the nearby house and contents. Investigators will pursue the cause.
The residence of T. A. West and Nowih Florea was partially restored at noon today after an incident. Insurance coverage is noted.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe damage in the Progay region with unclear mentions of Hudroees Lonkee and Whelos, indicating violent events around November 10 within the Teritary locale. The text is garbled and lacks clear names or outcomes.
A Port Arthur area report notes refinery related activity with ground work visible along the shoreline. Local officials and workers coordinate efforts, with several brick and debris loads transported by vehicles near the riverfront as part of the project.
Fragmentary report describes a shooting at West Crock street where a man walked in, fired multiple shots, and wounded a fellow. The proprietor says the assailant claimed threat of fatal harm before fleeing. Police investigations continue with unclear motive.
Local notices list multiple names and towns including Willin Austin Thoustin Eberstin Conroe Teekbart Hantsrilir and Devan in a social column. It mentions Mr and Mrs A W Morgis M V Currie and Mses Crawtini and Jabneon in appears to detail visits and engagements across several weeks with various spouses and attendees.
The obituary notes the death of John Ward at Dochester Georgia his birthplace in the fifteenth year of Tikano. Ward served as United States Attorney for Georgia in 1815 and later as a presidential appointee until the Civil War. After the war he returned to New York to practice law.
The Sig Bry Goods Company for Bonham Texas held a meeting on November 2a. The Welch Dey Company became known as Welch Dey Company and announced 4 Saltol Atock of SNOW. T. Haneret was elected president, Kan ont vire presaid, and Smith named secretary and treasurer.
Fragmentary lines mention names Chilk Fovere Mae Virial and The InitiationnPAT I. The text hints at race votes and imitation HXIDINE but lacks clear events or outcomes. Cannot determine a coherent historical item from the fragment.
A humorous verse about a young man who buys a gift for his sweetheart believing it real yet discovers the box bears another jeweler's name. The maid notes the man was as stuck on the pin as the gift and ends with a punchy moral about choosing Lechenger's for quality.
Pediment Texas November 30 a meeting of the party of tiblus nation of got tint aaityi over her truess. The setting woe called by the Kendl Grover winecating, it was a piteseltitative meeting. They decided to use a temporary plank over the strepta to address street conditions due to continuous rain. A committee will prepare a plan including Mayor Liviedinn and council meeting tomorrow to discuss action.
The Beeville oil mill has operated most of the week, returning profits as seed supply remains abundant. Built at a cost of 85,000 by capitalists, it stands to become a thriving investment amid favorable conditions and steady output.
Marlin Texas November 2 The Marlin Fire Department placed a purchase order with a Waco firm for a hose wagon for the Folutteer fire department and plans for another team to be purchased. Stalls are being added to the station as upgrades proceed.
In Bryan Texas the Methodist church reports improved condition as Rev Et Bhettles announces plans for the conference meeting this week. Conference calculations and steward actions are noted while church affairs look favorable and near a formal corporate move.
Reverend Massey of the Methodist church preached his farewell today and will leave Tuesday for the Bay conference at Crockett. He has served the maximum term and will be transferred to another church, though his new station was not yet announced.
Abraham Levi a prominent Victoria Texas businessman and banker died at 10 oclock at his son's residence. He came to Texas in 1840 and settled in Victoria where he led Lew & Co. He was known for charity and had children including Mrs Holff and Mrs J E ter. Funeral services were set for the day. Heath and King notices follow with local obituaries from Cleburne and Mason including Dorn and Hubbard families.
Richmond reports that Chief Justice Fuller dismissed the cases challenging the new State constitution as nonjurisdictional. Attorney Gueril Anderson spoke for the commonwealth, while James Boyce argued for a plaintiff. The Board of Canvassers met and issued certificates for elections in the Ninth District, and a separate white vs colored rail case in Chesterfield Circuit Court ruled for the railroad.
A garbled OCR item appears to report on a guaranty matter involving a foe and overs. Readable words suggest a financial or pledge context with unclear names or dates. The fragment hints at an agreement or guarantee but lacks concrete details to specify parties or outcomes.
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