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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1902
Page
3
Debates on dock charges and enacting clause amendments dominated proceedings. Congress discussed the immigration bill with shifts on taxation and a holiday adjournment, while the Senate reviewed amendments including Chinese laborers in Hawaii and a capitol fireproofing measure.
The Senate debated immigration and labor measures, including amendments on exemption for Cuba and Mexico residents, education tests for Hawaii, and skilled labor imports. Proposals covered alien deportation, capitation of funds, and anti anarchist exclusions, with several amendments tabled or rejected.
The report lists resources and balances as of November 2 under comptroller guidance. It cites towns and directs overdrafts and securities, including gold and silver holdings, treasury notes, and federal deposits. Also noted are capital figures and undistributed profits, with United States deposits and a 20.1 percent federal receipt share.
Delegates from Mexia and Dallas were appointed to attend the boll weevil convention to be held in December. The list includes Finnie, Frank Empiton, W. L. McCarper, G. C. Sanderson, J. D. Jackson, W. Bernett, T. Nett, Desenberg, W. Maya, and N. B. Hous, representing local business and civic groups.
A burglar stole a ring from Arthur Widwell in Corsicana Texas two years ago. Details about the suspect are unclear with no determination of gender or identity.
Principal J D Tarser Co records a general assignment at Rosebud for the benefit of creditors. Names Shin Banger Wikiddie trusters noted. Assets about ten thousand dollars with liabilities around fourteen thousand five hundred.
Grand Saline T e a r s December a g Cc Blanks of WH s Point was today appointed receiver for the Thames company at this place by request of races. Ascet Velilifies art per nown.
Philip Bree of Terrell has bought the bankrupt stock of the place and opened for business the morning. Tears and foreshadowed doubts accompany the sale as residents note the abrupt transition in December.
Local ad notes a remedy for liver troubles with a price of 25 cents per bottle. The text mentions the product as a favored cure and emphasizes inexpensive relief for liver complaints.
A report by Secretary D. D. Aryan of the Dick Dowling monument committee reveals new names tied to the Davis Guards and the Sabine Pass battle. The line between desertion and absence is explored as veterans dispute published rosters and praise overlooked participants.
Officials cited to appear before the new county court as reports and road plans are demanded. Ex judge Vaemer ordered to file a formal report. County Surveyor Bradburn summoned with all road plans and specifications on file, subpoena issued. Court seeks clarification on contract specifications not on file.
Plans announce a June 1908 monument unveiling at Main street and Meinones avenue. Annie Robertson of Hotgetow will unveil the monument as dignitaries and Confederate veterans groups join the parade and commemorative events. Hipp & Kix donated materials for the foundation and local officials invite veterans to attend.
Prominent educator Booker T. Washington will pass through Houston December 2 en route to Stanford. Prof B L Blackshear plans a public lecture in the evening with White attendees welcome while a reception is held earlier. The event, likely at the auditorium, aims to unite community leaders for the speaker’s visit and promote race improvement.
The article describes sour stomach or acid dyspepsia as the root of serious illnesses. It touts Renart Diependia Tablets as a radical cure and credits experts Reed and Ofearr with supporting their use for digestive relief and improved vitality.
Paul Gilmore stars as Lem ent Paulbury in Tyranny of Tears with Grace Hobart Hanson Dorothy Clipp and Charles Bertram in a comedy sketch of domestic strife. The cast delivers natural humor and strong stage presence as the audience applauds the performances and staging and costumes are praised. A matinee and evening show follow with Miller Kent as lead.
Mr Becker, manager of the Commercial Bureau, departed for Galveston and will proceed north on a business trip. The bureau's executive committee hopes he may reconsider and resume duties soon despite recent changes in management.
To the Editor of The Post Piesse correct report of Dick Dowling camp meeting in last Runday's paper regarding a resolution by Comrade Beavens. It states the monument left with the secretary and monument committee after information from three Doria Guards members. The secretary will continue inquiry into deserters and report at next meeting. The camp approved inviting three Mavis Guards to attend and cover travel expenses to Houston carried unanimously. c. C. Bearens
Sheriff Anderson received a telegram from Sheriff Landry of Beaumont reporting Horace Mitby under arrest for the murder of a negro named Phillips in April. The prisoner was sent from this city to Beaumont yesterday after the telegram.
At the latest congregational meeting Adath Yeshuran members re elected Rev Xuwmrour to serve another term as their rabbi. Children at Sabbath school organized an initial committee styled the H C wither to present an act on December 24.
Fire last night on the north side of Georgetown square destroyed five business houses. Loss estimated at about 14,000 with partial insurance. The old frame structures housed hardware grain billiard hall and restaurant. Buildings owned by A A Roody and B H Talbot with Humphreys and Peterson as occupants. Origin of the blaze under investigation.
An old style advertisement claims a dandruff cure by removing the germ and boosting hair growth. It touts Nowbro t Berpicide as the sole effective product, with a 10 cent sample request and address for the Herpicide Co. The copy uses sensational health claims and archaic spelling.
News from Bainbridge Georgia reports Mr Russell father of Mr Bus of Hosston is seriously ill with health concerns. The article mentions fear for his recovery and asks for prayers and support from the community.
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