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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1901
Page
1
The forecast notes warmer conditions in the northern area on Wednesday. Expect variable winds and cloudy skies with possible showers. temperatures rise into the mid to high ranges. The coming days show continued warming with chances of rain and brisk winds.
Washington dispatch reports Postmaster General CharIs Amery Smith resigns and Henry Payne of Wisconsin is named his successor. The move sparks talk of broader cabinet changes as Roosevelt reshapes a field he aims to dominate Hanna’s machine and build a new political base. Payne’s appointment follows Smith’s agreed January departure with duties to continue through mid January and postmaster general duties to be assumed after the holidays.
Baltimore December 17 Attorney Jeners Inador Raynor counsel for Admiral Schley today finished the draft for a protest to Secretary Long protesting the court of Inquiry findings. The protest argues the fringes should be set aside and cites evidence and alleged misconduct, with resolutions in Congress seeking inquiry into Rear Admiral Schley and the Spanish squadron actions at Santiago de Cuba.
A noisy garbled OCR record lists scattered names and places such as Saint Paul Minneapolis and North Platte with vague references to dates, tenants, and events. The text appears as a jumble of distorted city names, numbers, and fragments without a clear singular news item or action.
Ardmore Indian Territory December 17 John Weten a foreman in a laundry was beaten on the head and robbed last Friday night near Potts Valley. He lay unconscious until Sunday morning and died later. The valley residents offer a reward for the perpetrators.
Alvin Texas reports severe freeze damage to truck crops. Fruit and vegetable plants including cabbages lettuce radishes and potatoes suffered losses. Strawberries mainly see delayed recovery as growers assess the impact amid the harsh winter freeze.
Dispatch from Constantinople reports the first dragoman of the United States delegation intends to negotiate with brigands for the release of Miss Fien M. Stone, demanding £14000 in ransom. A meeting is planned in Duckiob to formalize the talks and press for the demanded payment.
A fragment lists Charles W. Raymond as district judge and William Mille Gntief and John J. Me as justices of the New Mexico Supreme Court with names Kemp Territory John H. Burford, BOT Heyner, B. F P. Borwell among social justices. A. We. Phampean receiver of public lands at Clayton and E. W. Fox land office reecler at Clayton NS AM James A. Ifronty interstate commerce central.
The text provides jumbled phrases about a paper, energy, and known abilities, suggesting a shredded memo or OCR error. It references Meyofeld and Doth without clear context or concrete events, making specifics unavailable but hinting at internal notes or a report on a paper-related matter.
The Senate confirmed various nominations including United States district judges for Alabama Kentucky and West Virginia and other district officials. Names listed include Themes Jones Benjamin F. Keller Am firew M. Jr. Corheran James itrleary and Perte Rice, among others, with details blurred in the transmission.
Buffalo dispatch reports physicians who attended President McKinley claim they faced a tremendous responsibility and took a great risk. They say they acted for the American people and deserve remuneration from Congress, arguing the expenses exceed what Mrs. McKinley could bear.
Michard Croker of New York declares there is no force capable of separating him from his Tammany organization. He vows to remain in New York, support municipal politics, and strengthen the ring despite faction splits and public pressure.
New York report states a further hearing in the Patrick Cane case is moved to January 15. The defendant, held on related charges, was previously set for January 18.
Wharton activity highlights a notable local feature as Mesure and McKoight are mentioned alongside the Dark Fagio. The fragment hints at a Wharton achievement or pride in a daily paper. Further context is unclear due to damaged text.
In La Grange Texas December 17 the motion for a new trial in the murder in the second degree case of L T Morgan was heard. Judge Moore overruling the motion and refusing a new trial, leaving the conviction and sentence of two years in the penitentiary intact and appeal to the court of criminal appeals noted. Roma festa underway described by locals as a native festival.
Washington December 17. River and harbors committee held an executive session as work on the Texas project moves forward. The panel discussed hearings delayed to January 2 linking to the Schley resolution and the Garrett nomination while noting Texas prospects and member Statt details. Personal notes mention A M McFadden Victoria heading to New York for holidays and planned Texas absence by Weeton.
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