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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
2
Washington weather digest notes mixed regional forecasts for Texas Alabama Louisiana Arkansas and others with Saturday and Sunday trends toward warmer or cooler conditions. Following a weather summary, unrelated items mention public and political notes, industry updates, and crop market observations.
In a terse report, railroad lines connecting Gould and Harriman with New Orleans faced an unsettled commission dispute over routing. The dialogue centers on a proposed Granger route and related logistical hurdles, with no final agreement yet reached.
A reader from California describes ringing in the ears and nasal issues as signs of catarrh. They attribute recovery to Hood's Sarsaparilla, noting improved appetite sleep and overall well being after use.
December 5 report notes Germany aiming to rush a commercial treaty while adjusting tariffs to appease opposition. Government seeks to secure ratification before elections and may raise military questions or artillery funding to shift public debate. Leaders debate repercussions for trade with England and France and potential shifts in policy.
The Houston Water Co proposes digging for a well near Houston city aims to improve supply. An arranging committee plans Rice University meeting in Donnan. Harrisburg road event features a lively track and alphabetic ceremony as officials discuss a new contract with street railroad staffs.
Amid reports from London Paris and Panama unrest spreads as strikes and protests ripple across industries. Workers demand higher pay and governments debate reforms while new political moves emerge in Haiti Honduras and other nations.
An advertisement claims eczema can be treated with a product that promises money back if not effective. It asserts relief from ringworm, ulcers, sores, pimples, and skin diseases with a 50 cent price and a no cure refund policy.
Port Arthur, Texas records show crude oil shipments totaling 14 204 70 gallons and refined products at 055 000 gallons, with a grand total of 16 181 905 gallons. Additional oil cargoes estimated at 2000 gallons were sent to Countwise ports with no official record, while shipboard shipments reached 1 082 68% superficial week. The tanker Cartium finally cleared after a week with 2 002 000 gallons aboard.
District Clerk Toykin notes 700 plus petitions on file with values reaching about 65 million dollars. He argues the volume and large damages justify a new court to handle ongoing cases and relieve congestion.
Washington notes dated December 6 discuss senate confirmation of officers including Reece Lina fen and Frederick S. Young, and Mrederiekh 8. Young from the Soreoth Infantry. The Mexican Central Railway case against guardian J. W. Irkman awaits Supreme Court action, with no schedule set. A bill aims to curb periodicals publishing obituaries or funeral notices to limit content beyond simple death announcements, plus discussion of Philippine Constabulary and General Luke B. Wright’s role in proceedings.
A Cleveland fire at 4 oclock this morning on Hamilton and Pane streets left one man dead and several injured. Firemen fought the blaze as a wall collapsed trapping workers beneath bricks and mortar. Captain Pervaen and several crew members were reported on scene, with the body recovered later.
A Denver report states George Gould plans to file for an injunction in the coming days to prevent certain persons from voting at a stockholders meeting. The filing seeks to curb alleged actions connected to the Emorane Fuel andentine Sue gathering, with origins tied to New York.
Report from Queenstown dated December 3 details a mutiny on the Leicester Camtlt from San Francisco. Captain Peden and officers were attacked. Nixon was fatally shot, Hobbs killed him, and mutineers fled on a raft with scant provisions, pursued to San Francisco.
A big libel case was filed in Beaumont styled M A uf lop v Hore K Johnson. Papers were removed from the courthouse after markings, with sheriff to seal the case, and the action centers on alleged defamatory statements about Glucans Hetuil and cond cer.
A fragment from a South region describes flow fever as a dreaded disease while noting oxidine as a preventive measure. The text is terse with limited context and lacks clear dates or institutions.
Chief Stewart of Beau mont plans carnival preparations for the city. Charles Steinman of Dallas visits Houston. A H Peavons, superintendent of Independent Telephone, discusses company improvements. Mike Butler of Austin travels to Houston on business. General Openheimer of Ant le, a veteran of the Triay Volunteer guard, praised for service. Hon Searcy Baker of Huntsville visits Houston, overseeing Tejas State penitentiaries. Robert A. Jon, assistant attorney general, in Houston for personal business. discusses state legal matters and prospects for prosecutions.
Hon Ras Young of Longview was in the city yesterday. Newell and wife of Richmond were in the city posterday. Eugene Hawking of Drenhane brought friends to Lowell, Dallas. Mrs i OT Nethens of Vackirry visiting her sister. George F Murgny and family in the city for a day. Nerry at Youkom and Mist EW Berry of Mollie attended. Mr Penns 1. Roteht and wife were wed. Alice B. Adames noted as visiting.
After two weeks with Fe7a and Feonie Mo Tienity, they return to Derdon s Chappell Hill toil.
Mrs Marie Bennet Urwhs displays a remarkable patchwork diorama recreating the first Capitol of the Republic at Columbia. Crafted from wreckage and debris, the piece uses weathered plaster for walls and real twig foreground trees. The artwork, loaned by Mrs Trwits and shown in city windows, honors the 1900 storm destruction of the historic building.
Readable fragments discuss themes of marriage happiness and female roles with unnamed individuals. The prose mentions Arabella Romilly and general ideas of contentment, yet many words are garbled making specifics unclear.
The Sheltering Army expresses appreciation for donations to the home including Mr Charles L Deasel Mrs Marcellin Hester and the Girls Friendly Society. Items listed include fruit and vegetables butter cakes and other treats.
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