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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1902
Page
3
The article notes President is expected to celebrate Christmas at the White House and mentions Col. Ball's return home. It also covers Texas political moves on penitentiary inspector appointments, boundary realignments with Texas and New Mexico, and treaty delays affecting commerce and duties.
A garbled OCR entry lists several wedding notices and church details from Texas, mentioning December events, couples, venues, and witnesses. Names like Mir, Mink Muligile, and Rev RB appear amid scattered phrases about ceremonies and future plans in a period-style taxonomic clipping.
An incomplete clipping mentions Cleburne and Mason, with stray references to December and a morning event. Details are unclear, but it appears to be a local civic or community notice involving residents of Locomo and nearby areas.
New York December 1 Special to The Port Standard Oil raises refined kerosene price per gallon by 1 cent effective today The rise follows a three month pattern of increases and is tied to heating and lamp oil demand The company cites American gallon pricing for 110 test cargo and mentions bulk and packing schedules affecting dealers and consumers
Obituary notices from Stratton and Baxter areas record Mrs Jamo Tt Benbow of Stratton dying at home with four other readers noting her long life and five children. Other notices include Mrs J E Roberts mother of several local figures passing after a lingering illness and Mattie Baxter of Baxter dying after a long illness at home.
A fire in December destroyed nearly every business in a Louisiana town's commercial area. Eleven principal stores burned, including Konenberg and Safferstone, with extensive damage to warehouses and several other firms. Fire crews struggled to contain the blaze as winds fanned the flames.
Fire damaged a millinery store in San Angelo with losses around 75 dollars. In Farmersville an elderly resident died after a fall, and a funeral for A Hunter in Huntsville drew a large crowd. Knights Templar took on 000 yemsles and a San Marcos escort accompanied the procession.
Fragmentary notes indicate Hearne schools preparing holiday events and exams. Mentions of December 60th potential observances and faculty planning for year end activities suggest a bustle around exams and school traditions.
A Texas injunction restrains Rein Dey Grola Company from disposing of stock or any part thereof. Plaintiffs are Soper Brown of Dallas and H B Clarity Co of New York. Hearing for revival of the case set for later before Judge Tolee Dterd Tendreen. The stock belonged to David Hele.
H T Dusawar former presiding near White Wright files a request for a required Hank SUEY today. Neither assets nor abilities given.
Testimony from relatives and others describes alleged boycotts, maltreatment, and attempted violence during the strike. Witnesses recount threats, beatings, and intimidation aimed at nonunion workers, with references to police and military presence and battlefield-like tensions in the city.
The Orange city council held a lengthy session at the Holland hotel discussing a proposed bond issue to fund a new school building. Officials reviewed options and set a future meeting for January 7 to vote on keeping bonds and advancing the project.
A damaged OCR fragment from Jareds Texas outlines various local mentions including people and dates in Mexia and nearby areas. The text references a series of names, places, and possible events with unclear context and phrasing.
The report states Beck am denies seeking reelection but notes he may run again for the final term as chief executive. Details are unclear due to OCR errors.
A brief regional forecast notes weather changes expected within the next four hours. Details include temperature shifts and possible precipitation as of December 2. The notice emphasizes short-term conditions for residents and travelers in the Owen area.
Washington December 19 The House passed the pure food bill by a large vote with a quorum present. Opponents led by Hepburn argued the measure did not go far enough. The act would prohibit adulterated or misbranded foods or drugs from entering or moving within states and to foreign commerce.
Postmaster KR Randall of Dunisp signs an affidavit declaring relief from years of indigestion after using Kodol. The ad touts Kodol as digesting food to strengthen organs and restore health, claiming a new lease on life. Availability through FE. C. Dawrr & Co. Chicago and local Cres cent Brug Store at 319 Main street.
Mayor J. A. Wilkins of Brouhham and Lt. Gov elect George P. Neal traveled through Houston from Galveston as Brouhham celebrates a new $100,000 port mill project and urban expansion. Local leaders praise the plant’s impact on industry and the town’s development, while political figures discuss governance and upcoming elections.
Unclear OCR fragment mentions boxing, a series, and references to governors or official aid. No clear events, dates, or names readable.
A string of visitors including Buss of San Antonio and A Kobterteen of Orange checked into local hotels like Logad and Ithee yesterday. Charles TH Chestiariugh, a noted traveling man, registered at the Bristal. A E Townsend of Willis and Colonel Wilber Maakmant were seen in town. Notables from Galveston and Houston area also appeared, with Mrs. J Silerters returning home after weeks and Miss Libbie Johnston visiting from Valing to spend time with her parents.
Deputy Sheriff Thomas Wilson returned from Austin with three lunatics under guard. The Honaten Bowling Club plans a Jules Hirsch medal event Sunday at 4 PM at P. Dictasetold's alley. Unread telegrams and unclear notes surface about local residents and a February incident on Fights avenue.
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