26 Dec 1897
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1897
Page
1
The Montara area reports light rain in the western portion with a light southwest breeze. Expect scattered showers and brief damp conditions through the day. Local authorities warn drivers to use caution on slick road surfaces.
December 23 report notes Schafer Howe pulling out of the Milne tournament next month. The Wiserd club and committee dispute the handicap format, with Schafer criticizing the setup and considering his chances after recent play. Players Button Catton and Sutton express mixed reactions as tensions over prize money and race dynamics surface.
Two burglaries in Little Rock yield significant jewels. At John H. Martin’s Rock Street residence when away, $1000 in jewels vanished. Lola Pollock’s Cumberland Street home also robbed of about $900 in gems. Police investigating both cases.
A United States grand jury in Jacksonville, Florida, returned two indictments against N B Pennington traffic manager and W H Pleasants general agent of the Florida Central and Peninsular railroad for alleged rebates violations under the interstate commerce act. Similar indictments were issued against F P Apay and James E Menzies federal freight agent and assistant general freight of the Plant system. Officials are expected to appear in court Monday to plead.
London reports Queen Victoria presided over a merry Osborne Christmas with a grand royal gathering. The season's notable guests included the Ballonburies and Marlborough entourage amid festive dishes and a boar’s head centerpiece. Royal travels and embassy visits form part of a busy Anglo foreign scene.
We will pay the freight and advance zero per bale on cotton of average weight and grade and hold for six months or any portion thereof. Interest on the amount advanced at six percent per annum. A charge for handling of 1.9 cents per bale includes the first month. after that the charge rises to ten cents per bale per month.
Fragmented telegraph of events lists explorers heading to polar regions, political moves, fires in Chicago and Port Worth, legal cases with Luetgert, social disturbances, and upcoming holiday observances. Names like Durrant, Luetgert, and Von der Ahe appear alongside fires, strikes, and political maneuvers.
Washington reports a clash over keeping the New Orleans mint open. General Meyer pushed data arguing silver can be coined there as cheaply as elsewhere despite bullion transport costs. Director Preston prepared counter figures. He says New Orleans gold bullion would last only a day and silver bullion could be coined in fifteen days, with transport costs eroding wage savings. The House dispute mobilizes supporters from across Louisiana politics.
District Judge Ht. 8. Green of San Antonio married to Miss Renal Maverisk of St. Louis are hosted in Washington by Congressman Slayden, with a reception at his home this Christmas evening.
Port Arthur occupation prompts shifting diplomacy as Germany seeks an understanding with Japan while vying for influence in North China. Dispatches note Germany’s uncertain stance and the delicate balance among Britain, Germany, and Japan amid wartime East Asia tensions.
A report from Pine Bluff Colorado details Herman Tokio brother of Louita Latowert who vanished twenty years ago. Legal action looms as testimony from the superintendent could influence custody and immigration issues surrounding the case. Denver Cotton Mills report aggressive expansion with contracts to supply sugar bags and push into eastern markets.
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