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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
5
A printed account notes a wet afternoon crowd at the track and promoters calling for guaranteed purses to draw top horses. Officials hope for strong attendance and broad support as plans for a holiday meet and winter circuit unfold with potential entrants from San Antonio and nearby cities.
Fragmentary note reports a ball of silver and gold, mentions tests on three gold tins and Wallin, with a planned contest in December and January to determine a high score.
The Toplig contest at the basenl park in Corpus Christi Texas drew a large crowd with fourteen entries. Frank Robinson won the BTS time of 47 seconds, Dronis McBride was second in 48 seconds, and Claude Allen took third for $25. A second contest is planned for tomorrow.
Credas December 5 report describes Jack Demand narrowly beaten. a rider fell and a horse was destroyed. The race commentary lists horses, times, places, and subsequent results from Ingleside and other events with multiple entries and purses.
December reports from Tenn describe a conference among leaders including Palmer and Ma Cly amid efforts to settle divisions within their league. A subsequent meeting produced no clear winner, with ongoing tensions and future talks expected to resolve the split.
Trophy offered to members of Magiratin Bowling Club described as magnificent with hat style prizes by Mr No Um. The item notes the cup represents half of a larger collection.
Iotn Dodd is sentenced to two years for attempted murder after a prior shooting. Reports from various Texas towns note local political, economic, and social items including divorce efforts, strikes, franchises, crop issues, and mining disputes across the state with several towns mentioned.
A compilation of obituaries and death notices from Texas towns including Haywood at Shreveport hospital death after appendicitis. survivors include wife Miss Moselia Toland and a child, burial in Texarkana. Other notices: Sudan B. Anderson of Granger aged 86, born in Mississippi. Charles H. Boehanan of Temple dies after short illness. Perry DeLote and Tommy Berry die in Temple area. O C Harris, long-time Turf Exchange manager in Sherman, dies at Binkley Hotel after a fall.
In December reports from Glen Rose indicate attic activity and reconstruction after a cyclone destroyed homes. The president of Dallas Southwestern, visiting from Dallas, plans to meet local officials in Glen Rose and nearby towns, discussing propositions to advance through a fertile region.
Typhoid fever claims multiple members of the McDonald family in Laredo Texas. Margaret Kilan seven years old and Nora Lana Webb, another daughter, died in recent days with additional deaths reported within the same household. Officials note fever and illness spreading in the area.
Railway readers learn that new dining cars are being introduced on the DAXLIGHT run. The feature notes improved service and mentions the Pacific line’s schedule and operations.
A garbled note from Armour Packing Co references sales terms and delivery options for unspecified products. The fragment hints at dealer arrangements, pricing calendars, and a suggested method to verify orders, but concrete details and context are missing.
On a Wednesday near Runge Tezah Detember 5 a man allegedly attacked his sister in a home two miles south of town. He forced entry, fatally wounded Mrs Wooks, then shot and wounded others before fleeing toward Karnes City. Police later pursued the suspect after the fatal shooting and the event left several injured and a family in shock.
Fort Worth Texas December 5 Port Worth and the stock yards will be compensated with Kansas City and Eastern Texas connections. Vice President Pettingill of the Western Telephone Telegraph will issue the statement. Details of the bus undertaking are being arranged. The Bite i Keisha Cinema will follow the Mieweirl Kansas and Tinie Pouluim work to commence.
Calvert elects delegates in a contested December meeting with Colvert Verne and others named. The gathering discussed appointing a slate to at the 37th instant in Dallas to decide on measures, including a plan tied to county governance and said to aim at reform.
In Firxan Texas a dated fragment reports a white male about in his forties with no wife. The garbled text mentions a death or disappearance at a location called Beozin bottom and notes prior work and a business man. The readable elements point to a local obituary or public notice without clear names or dates.
Fragmentary notes describe Temple Street Fair preparations with stands set up and some stalls nearly ready. Road access is limited for wagon travel while horse teams work to clear and mend paths, signaling a cautious town readiness for opening day.
In Beaumont Texas the united charity drive gains momentum with active fundraising by volunteers including Mrs W A Plether and Leon R Levy. The committee members report strong support from multiple denominations and steady tele soliciting for donations amid growing community concern.
Beaumont oil exchange boards discuss a charity carnival in Beaumont Texas with proceeds aiding civic works. Attendees debate event structure, venue, and fundraising methods while highlighting community support and upcoming schedule for the festival. Incumbent officials and local figures are named in relation to the planning and financial oversight.
The Maxim Gay Co emphasizes its Western roots as it highlights training and strategies for success in New Orleans. The piece touts sharp shooters, strong trainer ties, and extensive client reach from Maine to California, referencing past bets and notable performances.
Fragmented OCR recounts a complete record from the New Orleans season of the One Horse Per-Day Wire. It mentions horses and foals, event timing, and wagering figures though many names and terms are garbled. The text implies daily play results and associated prices or stakes in a horse racing context.
Maxwell and Gay Co advertisements claim a flawless winter plan for horse wagering with no disclosed horse names. They enlist Eastern bookmaker Sol Lichtenstain and promise to mail selections to subscribers by race day noon, telegraph nightly updates, and collect 6 percent of net winnings plus weekly fees. Subscriptions require minimum deposits and registered funds only.
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