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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1902
Page
3
A wall collapse and subsequent fires in Snyder and Groveton, Texas, caused extensive damage December 4. Losses include stock and buildings at Monghon, Waghalter, Longines, and Groveton grocers, with several properties uninsured or partially insured. Fire losses mount as authorities assess the total impact on the local business district.
Rumor says Governor Lanham will appoint Mir Clay of Erath to the position of commissioner of Matistics and history with a future appointment for the deaf and dumb department in Bat Austin. It is not definite that Clay will succeed Tet son, and authorities note Lanham may refrain from announcing further appointments soon.
A grouping in Galveston set for December 17 at 8 p.m. at the Men's Christian Association to review the Markets and shipping report. G. Radcock, President, will preside as witnesses are invited to attend.
Agricultural bulletins extend to Texas stations to aid farmers across the state. The program seeks to reach the largest number of farmers and promote farming knowledge through informative notices.
A notice invites about 200000 farmers to sign up for farm bulletins from Texas A and M. Farmers should mail their home address to William Dy Gibba at College Station to indicate which bulletins they want: Farm crops horticulture or livestock.
The Texas annual conference of the Methodist Church South convened in Tyler with Dr A C F Watkins addressing the assembly. Reports note deliberations on superannuated ministers, elections for Sunday school superintendents, and a push to raise funds including a $15,000 subscription to the Fund for Superannuated Ministers.
Elders submitted reports at the Adin conference of the Methodist church in Pallas Texas. Reports covered church work and regional issues despite storm damage in the coast country. Memorials were approved and commissions authorized for resolutions. Pentecostal advice and anniversary observances were noted with addresses by Rev. Morrissn and Rev. Her.
Advertisement notes Grove's Black Root Liver Pills made from active principia of Black Root. Claims Liver relief with galore effect and no bad side effects. Priced 29.
Sh oo Fly dominates a muddy track card at New Orleans on December 4 winning amid a crowded field. Nannie J barred for temper, Larner sold for 700 dollars, and bids for Ponce Binges and other horses are noted as purses and times are listed for multiple events.
An afternoon matinee features a program of horse races and entertainment at the Waek on Wepteag food. The event includes a 2 1/2 year old trot and a free-for-entry opening contest with prizes, plus finals and carnival attractions as part of a Thanksgiving week schedule.
La Porte Texas December 1 Work on the off well near town halted again after an accident. The pipe has twisted off and more than 0 out of casing remains at the bottom. The well is down 700 feet and a fractured eye bolt, down the conduit, prevents drawing the pipe. A second wheeling crew started to resume efforts but a water well must be drilled first.
A new well at Barbers Hill began on November 27 with the drillers starting dry work. The bore is about 20 feet deep and the crew has faced delays due to card wood and river corridor concerns. Proceeding, the project aims to reach deeper depths as construction continues.
Columbus reports a crosecoll market advance with quotes at 100 for North Lima 101 for South Lima and Indline.
In Rockdale Texas December 4 a meeting of Missionary women transferred stock notes and accounts of a hardware and grocery business to Leonard tsngoe for the benefit of a local pioneer group. The transfer will support the Whoyo Wort Press project.
A project to install a new water system for Gehulenburg and Teves is underway with expected completion within six months. The initiative aims to improve water supply and infrastructure for the region including tebelinburg and Derkayber 2. Authorities or contractors responsible are not fully specified in the readable text.
George Polemanakes suffers loss of his business as multiple fires strike the city. A blaze on Crawford Street and a Western and Texan Central railway incident require heavy response. Insurance covers some losses while officials extinguish flames. Firefighters battle pockets of heat and smoke across streets, with temporary alarms causing swift mobilization. Local planning and theater notes follow, highlighting community events and performances.
The matinee and night performances of Lord Strathmore at Sweeney Coombe Opera House drew strong audiences. Miss Trescote delivered a convincing portrayal across the cast, with the role's emotional arc from tender love to downfall capturing the work's dramatic intensity.
The obituary notes the death of Deisy George, age four, of Austin. The funeral is today at 2 o'clock at Caldwell officiating, with interment at Glenwood Cemetery.
The Women's Chomelah will present a concert near Tieedey night in December at Aryat Hall. Mrs Wiltie Eatehmwon is named, with the street car line noted as converted. Vessidunt.
Beaumont Texas December 4 an oil offer at fifty cents for Beaumont oil drew attention amid market talk of higher dividends. The oil exchange elected Mr TY Bunch secretary at a stockholders meeting and voted to liquidate the organization.
A Beaumont city meeting discussed enforcing a separate street car franchise and route to gain control of the line as soon as possible. The record notes the officials considered rates and enforcement measures and the need to compare with the genuine service standards.
Court records show the case of Masur Riel on Inspeachwent charges linked to mayoral conduct in September. Defense pressed for writ of error, with arguments about testimony and closing the proceedings as the Austin, Texas court prepared to adjourn.
An old classified style ad from Mra Janet Case of Mortufel Vermont markets a dubious remedy by Dr. Kennedy claiming cure for kidney liver mood and bladder ailments. The alert copy touts a 3 cent trial offer and a free trial by post via Barisenpedy Corporation and Houston Deng company with vague mentions of trade suppliers and products.
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