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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1902
Page
3
A lengthy ceremonial summary recalls a valedictory speech by a senior figure in the Capitol scene. The piece highlights the speaker’s role, comments on statehood debates, and mentions reactions from political peers, with references to Oklahoma territory and the broader congressional context.
In Mexico City the chamber of deputies approved a major reform plan raising the appropriation for a ferry and run system project from 1,000,000 to 12,500,000. The federal government plans to steadily fund the project to advance urban infrastructure.
Short Texas specials report various local items including cattle shipments near Shiner and Waxahachie, bank formation in Perris, flood and road conditions, drownings near Davenport, and court verdicts in Canadian.
Testimony detailed a planned pay for foremen to break a strike and place workers in new roles. Witnesses described offers from Grimes and others to influence the Delaware and Hudson mines and the response of officials as cross examinations ended with no further questioning.
At the New Orleans convention of the American Public Health Association, Sanitarian leaders debated disease causes and measures. Delegates discussed leprosy, infant mortality, a national leper hospital, Cuba medical experiments, and quarantine policies amid reports from Dr. Bracken and Prof. Hever. The mosquito theory gained support while many urged caution on abandoning quarantines.
In Detroit Michigan on December 10 a National reciprocity convention aimed to build mutual preference and advance reciprocal relations with Canada. Speakers including T C Braver of Chicago and Governor Cummings of town urged concerted effort to secure effective reciprocity measures and tariff alignment.
The New York annual conference of the Industrial Department of the National Civic Federation runs three days. Prominent delegates discuss federal agitement, labor unions, and proposals to boost industrial harmony. Samuel Gompers notes concerns about wage and economic conditions, while Alfred Solomely advocates plan outcomes.
The Texas and the cruiser Topeka set course for southern waters but the Texas engine indicator failed and a boat was lost during departure. Both ships returned to the navy yard and aimed to resume their voyage at the earliest moment once repairs were made.
Special to The Pest reports in Washington that evidence supports a strong protest by Texas Negro Republicans against Green and the anti-Hegre move. Hawley’s arrival is delayed but expected. Melville and Hawley camp expect Green to be debated for the presidency amid Southern state reactions.
Washington December 16 President Roosevelt will receive Texas members tomorrow at the White House to discuss appointing a governor for the Isthmian canal commission. The talks focus on the probable make up of the commission and the New Hampshire senator cited as a potential contender.
In Washington reports Senator Nelson withdraws the substitute for the omnibus bill amid debate. The move delays a test vote and leaves the majority leaning toward the omnibus plan. The piece also notes presidential nominations including John T. Wilde for Portland and Texas officials in a broader Washington context.
In Washington December discussions focus on a U S Spain treaty and immigration policy. Key figures Polk Kycken Beau mont and others attend sessions, with talk of education tests and labor impacts. Officials also consider emergency funding to stamp out mouth disease in the New England states.
A party of oil men drilling seven miles southwest of Charlevoix in San Augustine County reports a well drilled to depth around 60 feet shows oil showing at the bit. The Beale Oil Company stockholders say prospects look favorable and expect to secure payable quantities soon as operations continue.
In League City Texas work on the B. W. Camp of wells advances rapidly. The new well extends 900 feet up the BIN from the Orat to a depth of 3 feet. Mr and Mrs Camp were seen at Houston Feat wet.
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