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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1901
Page
3
The report notes that Congress is unlikely to take prompt action on Philippine tariff policies. The House and Senate leadership debate potential revisions and the impact on imports, with officials predicting limited changes and possible continuation of existing duties.
Jubilation spreads among the public as news arrives that the Philippines decision will alter trade and governance. Officials debate taxable revisions and new funds for government while Spanish and American merchants weigh import trends and duties. W Morgan Shyster reports returning duties near seven million dollars in customs.
Foreign papers survey President Roosevelt's message on prohibition and foreign policy. The Times, Post, and Telegraph weigh potential impacts on Anglo American relations, Germany and Britain, noting cautious optimism and concern over American power and restraint.
December 2 Taylor Texas reports multiple deaths linked to diphtheria and Bright's disease. Families mourn four infants ages 4 months to 4 years and eight others including Mr G V Clark, a respected craftsman, and a worker from a railroad line. Burials held at the city cemetery with community mourners present.
A general court martial acquits Captain RLF Tilley of all charges including maladministration and governance at Totilo. The proceeding, led by Rear Admiral Beans and attended by Rear Admirals Glisa Hopper Helter and Jerry, followed letters deemed lies written by a white woman in Washington.
The Partin representative cites rising European expenditures with total budgets climbing since 1980 from 19 billion to 200a, highlighting France bearing a too large share. Legrand proposes cutting state roles and ending support for winter, potter and weaver sectors to curb spending.
In Cameron Texas on December 2 residents report a large sample in town with Dus brag noted. The fragment provides sparse local detail and names may be incomplete.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses winter prompts and a bleak scene with references to clothing and mood. The text is unclear but hints at preparation for winter and somber atmosphere. No identifiable people or organizations are legible.
A representative from Ohio introduced a resolution for a broad inquiry into the denial or abridgment of the right to vote in certain states. The measure aims to assess and report on the number of eligible voters barred by law, with power to compel testimony under oath and gather evidence to justify federal action.
A modern office building project is set to begin within days in Jennings Louisiana. The contract awarded to E P Rowson Co includes a terra cotta front and open piazza style design with private offices and electric lighting, promising one of the area’s finest structures.
In Wortham Texas leaders at Tiwerham A-Ar meeting named Penn 0457 Gonghormym Ww Ol W. Pettis prelate Anirews M. of Wes Bo Wheeler Mounaktg DL Ar neld M. of Fu T. 8. Lengtotinm A. of fi J. BK. Simmony K. of J. and DB. EE Wheeler grand reproemitnnty. Paris Texas December 6 San Houston Indge Ne OW Kulehts cof Pyrbtee elected tie followlog oMleare lusp wight for the et que event MoO. Kearby C Cy KR Hy Wanbon Ws As Moen preiites Lob Turieda ML ft AV F Auiinette of Re and Bir ti Wh Went Moots Ta. Collier Mo of Bi Basete Hord M. of AV SR Gallronth 1b E. F. Morris 0 Go John We Love trustee Tiemparend Texan December 1 Agoo meeting of Hethyittemd lodge No 78 K of T text night the following offsiders were eject for tie enkning thr M. B Hat fu 0n OC. Charles Brady G. Van By Thornten ad ay a Ee anes M or W CW hingrands ot Bit Wieding MC ort GW Et Kk et Ki and 2 Wo i Shindor BY OAD Ret Met A he el tis Retr 2 WR Si for GW Wehr and Keer McDade were elected trunteed
Odd Fellows lodge in Haletteville Texas held an election with officers including secretary J Sangiusoh and treasurer AMateur Schwantes. Hugh Lay served as alternate representative for the 10 grand lodge.
Fragmentary report describes evening conditions with references to Mundus Wieddeks and a large quantity of fowl being moved. The legible text is inconsistent and difficult to interpret.
Fragmentary text from Houdeville Texas describes a court session yesterday tied to a wine form and a docket. It mentions a priest abate and a trial with confusion over proceedings and a tumultuous political atmosphere.
Dispatches detail a Delmar race tied to a $2500 forfeit and a fight with Dave Sullivan versus Young Corbett, alongside a Reichstag tariff debate recap. The outline covers court actions, licensing issues, and claims of fraud, plus Germany's protectionist stance and proposed shifts toward free trade and tariff policy adjustments.
New Orleans report notes cloudy weather and heavy track as Glisando and Banish shine in Brepgle chase. Jockey A. John rode Divertizement after a substitution and stewards banned Hays for thirty days. Other horses and times listed. crowd arrivals from another venue mentioned.
In New York on November 1 the championship saw Tom Sharkey participate with Kayes J Teffy and glow from the match. Starkay reported a score of SS00-0 on behalf of Dave amid unclear text and fragmented names.
A list of residents and visitors in Robertson County Texas includes Mr Tangle Erwin heading to San Antonio for business and leisure, Mr Keeling visiting Meggan, A J Barnet traveling to Stoneburg, Mrs Sol Nathonein visiting Calvert, Miss Katie Conner in Houston, and bishops and delegates traveling to San Antonio for Confederate events. Other locals like Masters Rewely Deckham Monroe Miller, Captain Tintwena, and Lee Weaver appear with various social mentions.
Delegates from Lockhart Texas including G W Rewer and Adam Metuinty left yesterday to attend the meeting of the Mrrole Grind Liige wi H Henston in Houston. Dr Reever and Dr Ceopwool accompanied them for the event.
Corpus Christi court continues sessions with multiple defendants awaiting new trials. Proceedings run most of the day as motions focus on consent for retrial dates for persons convicted on various charges. Watchful judges deliberate on scheduling and potential reversals this week.
Industry Texas December 2 A strong snorth wind is blowing this morning. Farmers say rain is needed as soil is too dry for plowing and stock water is low.
Wharton Texas reports two circuses in the next ten days with Clark Bros headlining The Comer 4 and the Great Eastern presenting December 1. Both shows expected to draw large crowds.
Reverend A Poschfield secretary of the Capital Missionary Association of Texas resigns yesterday in Inckhart Texas and will rename several mayas.
A note from Lockhart announces the first issue of a new Spanish newspaper Et Popular by Beno Miguel and Valdez. The paper will appear soon, with plans to publish monthly.
A testing van examined the new electric street cars yesterday afternoon. Observers noted early signs of renovation and readiness for the work ahead as engineers assess performance and safety.
The estate of Kirkland Armour in Kansas City is appraised at 36 320 dollars. The December 3 report lists the value of the estate and outlines the appraisal details for probate purposes.
Battered by blowing gales and frost, Troy residents report a large Sunday school convention near the town. Farmers fear boll weevil damage and wheat prospects while plans unfold for a fraternal lodge event and housing fundraiser.
Greenville resident B. Boggy recalls a field where partridges roamed and Boll weevil pressure reduced crops. He urges passage of a law to safeguard farmers and prevent further pest damage.
The Alvin community held a collection at Thanksgiving services on December 2 to aid Zapata flood victims. A local fundraiser gathered twenty five dollars for relief efforts.
In New York stringent rules are debated to limit press reps at the front and define who may report from war zones. Pall Afail authorities resist proposals for future camps and front line attire, with details still undecided.
A terse government notice in Berlin orders discontinuation of American petroleum across the region following a public works minister’s push for Russian and local suppliers. The decision marks a shift in preference away from American oil toward other sources amid ongoing tensions.
From Weabington December 3 reports say General Chaffee advised troops to place no confidence in Filipinos after the Ballngiga disaster where the Ninth infantry was surprised and overwhelmed by friendly forces.
In quiet national affairs, the Colombian conservative party increases its hold as the government prepares for shifts after Tephanus decision. A Shipping Company transfer rumor from London December 4 hints at an independent British line moving to the United States, involving a complex set of bets and negotiations.
Manila reports a sharp clash in Ueipa mountain where Colonel Wints and his column fought natives. The engagement killed several attackers and burned fourteen constitutes. Further details on casualties and positions were not immediately available.
An unreadable wartime brief notes an audience with the emperor and mentions Iulin and Willan in connection with a US naval detachment arrival or visit.
Unclear readable lines indicate Mleens Nangle Dennis and Renle Horton approved by MA 7 will visit Houston today with a brief mention of a weather stance and a “War Down” reference in the fragment.
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