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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1902
Page
5
A chaotic December report details multiple fatal accidents in Texas. Seals died in a train collision near Dallas while a Christmas tree mishap caused severe injuries. A delivery wagon incident left a man dead as bystanders described a deadly, chaotic sequence across several towns.
A damaged OCR item describes an arrest related to a mail blockade incident. It notes the detainee was brought before a local magistrate as the case proceeds in the city court.
From the State capital several new charters were filed. One is for a Sherman hardware company with a capital of $700,000. Attorney General Bell Med shows two suits in Travis County district court involving property and school land, with notices of actions and assets tied to Nueces and Will counties.
State agency seeks bids for vast supplies for public institutions with a January 12 deadline at 10 o clock. Items include Cheviot textiles, checks callyo, Jon caning, bri Hien, brown drillings, hats for children and ladies, men's clothing, stockings, undergarments, and boys pants among others.
Brenham public event featured Brenham public pet morning for the building after Monday. January lass, fwcember 24. The spate cloned Wednesday resumed the evercleon at the Mehschon building with varied roatme. Atth and pleth erected low stairs and the High shooesetclers held contests. The lower grades presented an interesting program with songs by the echo and recitations. A visit from trustees and a symbol of visitor marked the event.
A school Christmas program featured Mie Malyby and Mint Parke with Prete solos and violin by Misa Wmily Haran. Marty Campbell recited Ine fetch in a moving scene, Mina a Wotlpia performed Christ hile Stocking, Katharine Childrose sang Chelst Wis Tore, and the show closed with an Old Mine Holla motif. Trustee W. R. Garrett offered remarks at the meeting.
Aged Black man Nick Blain, a member of a Confederate camp in Falrooid Texas, fell from a wagon and was run over. He sustained severe injuries and is hospitalized. the community notes his prior service and faith as a gospel minister.
Bogut Texas a rash of legal action. Adolph Seldemann files suit against County Judge and county commissioners of Goadilope County. Plaintiffs accuse the defendants of misusing funds and improper actions tied to a public works matter with potential penalties and forfeiture. The action cites figures around $600 and up to $10,100 and involves Columbis where the hearing is set.
Richmond Texas December 24 items describe crowded week activities and chatter about local figures. Mentions include Christie Mirers, the Cone or Dis bee intel, and various store openings and relocations. The passage notes transportation and market comments, with attention to individuals like W. L Setjeffer and Biekely, plus a Thursday in Lagortant HrNtedn and Austin matters.
New Orleans December 24 Tom Richardson longtime manager of the New Orleans Progressive Mine and a noted industrial developer will resign when his contract ends in February. He plans to take a top post at a new developing concern aligned with lil organiz ing in New Orleans and will move to lead the venture in the near future.
In Gonzales a Christmas tree lighting at a church sparked a small fire injuring several women and children. Volunteer firefighters quickly extinguished the flames after the blaze began in a store room, ending with minor smoke damage to surrounding decorations. Local clubs host evening events as planned.
In Cameron Texas December 24 a youthful offender was arrested Saturday after the father refused to take him home. He was fined 18 dollars plus costs. A Southwestern telephone construction crew began replacing a damaged cable on the street. The report mentions local figures including Jaren Baskin of Dallas and Calvert street names.
In Alvin Texas on December 31 Mr RR sold his home to Dr Lee of Tiabeeeton and will relocate with his family to Port Worth to operate a grocery business. Lew also plans to move to Alvin soon as Vie A. A. fenntek sold his game to Ie 4. North Desai prepares for travel as well. Crowsed crowds, perishable goods, and ongoing berry shipments mark the day.
Lawyers for J W Riggins based their motion on eight counts arguing the lower court erred denying relief by injunction and misapplied law. The Supreme Court took a recess as the case heads toward the federal high court with motions noted by Judge Jomen Bl Tos and future review anticipated.
A messy OCR record shows the Texas Supreme Court addressing several appeals from Austin and other locales. Decisions include remands and denials, with mentions of City of Austin matters, various appellants, and a January court day adjournment.
Galveston December 24 The regular weekly oylhlan dry of the court of civil appeals held Thursday yesterday adjourned for the holiday. Updates list affirmations from Swift to Reyeo etc and a variety of certiorari grants and refusals. A verified copy of an order was received by clerk TM Koight noting many cases on the docket and possible transfers to Austin or San Antonio courts.
Anatin Texas reports the fel ineing proceedings were held in the eu preme court today with applications refused at Wullenweldes.
Fragmented OCR lists many party names and places including Navarro Galveston San Antonio Railway Company and Pacific Life Insurance, with multiple individuals such as Mary Shaffery Oscar Thompson M.C. Dut ton and others, suggesting a partially readable court or civil matter with numerous claimants and respondents across varied jurisdictions.
A petition filed in United States District Court seeks payment of $1500 from Pennerton based merchant Wi Hale a grocer and hardware retailer. John KK Brows of McKinney serves as trustee in the matter regarding the assignment at McKinney McKinney Tetras dated November 23.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an assignment at Laredo dated December in a chancery context. William Protter appears, with mentions of a bankrupt estate and creditors, indicating a legal action to marshal assets and present filings. Details are unclear but involve a bankruptcy proceeding and a forthcoming inventory.
In Wills Point Texas bankrupt mercantile stock of the Wills Point Mercantile Company is sold. A bagel receiver arrangement is unclear but funds or claims may be handled. The text mentions Muller and other names in garbled form with a price reference of 45 dollars.
A garbled report covers Galvert’s Odd Fiddlers Contest with scattered names and misread phrases. It mentions Promoter tier VY and a crowded hour at a Castivities opera, plus judges and officials in a muddled account of the event and ceremony.
Sayuri Yexus Poon het lew Tr Stone of Louterille Ky wid who is now in Tenas hug hen invited ta condiet a Bap Het Suniay eightod nwtitute ty thiety le Bas accepted the Invitation and arrange wonte sre qlrendys onder war farmn elit orate program and hendasine eptartainmient for the many vini both expected. This dustiture will be held in the early part of Mebruary and will be of great in terest to all Hapuist Sunday echoes of Routh Texne.
Georgetown elects Brady as penitentiary inspector appointed yesterday by Governor-elect Lanham. Brady has long served as Georgetown city marshal and is well known across Williamson County. Announcement originated from Washington, with broad local reception.
Sulphur Springs December 23 Fr W Foeter, who tendered for the State revenue office by Governor-elect Manchin, has not resided in the county for over a year. The appointment meets with universal approval from the best voters and he has long been an honored member of Hopkins County.
Burglars forcibly entered the store of RE Tophauken in New Wim Tim, Texas. Entry yielded pocket knives, a show case contents, clothing, and other merchandise. Officers on the lookout, pursuing suspects loitered in town.
A prominent contractor on the Pittsburg and Gulf railroad was shot in Texarkana Texas during the night as unrest rose among a party riding a Cotton Rose train. The wound is not fatal but severe, with immediate concern for his condition.
In Mineral Wells Texas on December 22 reports say Shaft No 3 at Rock Creek six and a half miles east remains in operation with a single anne in use. The other shafts have been abandoned though the site still yields high quality ore.
A fragmented OCR entry mentions Barnett and Vantile with unclear critique. The readable text hints at review and optilesd Dan, but details are garbled. Further context needed to produce a precise summary.
Sherritt sent to investigate a tenant house fire near Hallataville, Gin near Marquez. Fire discovered at the Charion K Holchak establishment. Estimated loss about 8000 dollars with a 2000 dollar wood and material damage. Origin unknown. Fire department and local officials cited.
A tenant near Hallotaville Hallservile Texas contends a landowner failed to honor an agreement forming a patent based venture. The suit alleges improper withholding of promised royalties and poses a challenge to the farm’s future use. The case cites the evan of Ne and DM Taid weed as the basis for the claim.
Cuero Texas reports a late night fire at a dairy building causing major damage to a large structure. The incident involved Liowemter and Koenig as noted in fragments of local accounts. No injuries are confirmed and investigators are reviewing the scene for causes.
A residence burned down at midnight last night in Paducah Texas. Luthan family reportedly escaped with two small boys, while the home and contents were a total loss. No injuries reported, cleanup and investigation to follow.
A fragmentary 19th century report notes the cotton gin of N, i 'Tuorn, was turned last night in a blaze. Estimated damage runs to about 208 dollars, with uncertain losses for the early morning operations. The article preserves local names and refers to a tobacco or linen milling context.
In Corpus Christi demands for onions vegetables and other crops rise as cold weather tightens harvest. Shipments prepared to Nopiberp face a rush with large consignments headed for Gratnionda and related routes expected by late next month.
The December 24 medical meeting at the Baptist Church in Yoakum conducted by evangelist Mer. Williama closed with great success. Three additions were made to the church and many converts are expected to join soon.
Fragmentary OCR notes refer to a gathering of churches during a meeting and mention anointing and family action related to J. B. Aleanet of Hope. The text is garbled and provides few concrete details or identifiable names beyond the listed entities.
Harvey Johnada sues for 20000 pounds in the fifty-thind district court alleging punitive penalties and employer misconduct. Plaintiff claims incident occurred November 1 while in defendant's employ, with an alleged assault and injury at a location near Austin and Seton Matirmarr.
Irvan and Wises begin construction of the Carnegie library in Bryan, a handsome two-story building to house the cultural and agricultural machinery and a large reading room. The first four pillars support the avin ponding room and Phiten fori, while the second floor holds the meeting and office areas. The project aims for completion within eight months.
In a dispute at a Hearne area plantation yesterday William Owens, John Cramer were involved in a lethal altercation. Owens was arrested and brought to Hearne for examination. trial set for today afternoon. Both parties are described as negro. The incident followed a gambling dispute.
Rear Admiral GM Book and his wife from Brookl7a spent much of last week in Elgin Texas. The Morrivoney party was en route to Mexico, seeking a winter residence. The voyage marks thirty one years since the family settled in the area, described in a quiet, unassuming manner.
In Marshall Texas in December Judge Jimoe OW defers Pope's position while charges persist. The case involves Jide Choe's oratory and life with counterparts in Hurrican County on the letter of Marshball. Judge Pope is cited as from one of Harrtinon's historic families.
Caldwell December 28 John Stevenson convicted years ago of murder in Caldwell district was among those granted clemency. He received a pardon and was released yesterday evening marking the end of a lengthy case and a notable mercy action by the authorities.
An old fragment describes fiannel dampened with Cham berlain's Pale Balm bound on the chest and shoulder areas for relief of pain. It promotes liniment for deep sea muscular and rheumatic pains and notes it is for sale by all druggists.
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