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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1899

Page

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Weather Summary for Kansas to Atlantic Coast

The forecast notes cooler to much colder conditions in the extreme Northwest with temperatures well below freezing. Warmer readings rise in the Ohio Valley eastward while the Pacific coast sees slight changes and showers mainly along California. Rain spreads through the South and into the Ohio and middle Mississippi valleys, with increasing cloudiness and showers across much of the region. Northeasterly winds affect the Atlantic coast, growing from light to brisk in the south.

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Weather summary for Texas and surrounding regions

Northern front will see colder Friday with patchy snow in northern Texas and worst conditions in the western areas. Southern and central portions may experience brisk southward winds, with colder air moving southward. Western Texas expects snow and colder conditions, while eastern portions turn fair with strong northerly winds. In New Mexico and parts of Arizona and Indian Territory, snow in the north gives way to fair conditions southward as winds shift from north to southwest.

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Fighting Among Miners in Spring Side Minting District

Reports from Tana Alabama on February 2 describe repeated fights between imported black miners and white miners in the Spring Side district. The provost guard rushed to the scene but could not determine who fired or the outcomes of the clashes.

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Hawley Opposes Texas City River and Harbor Bill

Washington February 2 Congressman Hawley questions the Texas City appropriation of 259 005 noting it fails to outline the territory to be built, the earth to be excavated, or the maintenance plan. He fears the contractor and warns the canal could harm West Bay and Galveston harbor. The house bill omits the Texas City item but may be restored during senate consideration.

Wistington Clongresaman Wanley Texas City Nates West Bay Galveston Harbor Cleveland Committee On Rivers and Harbors Congress Secretary of War Hawley Axis United States House Hanna Senate Texas Brazos Trinity Dallas Alligator Head Metagorda Bay Brazos Santiago Point Isabel Auld Clear Creek Dickinson Bayou Highland Bayou Turtle Bayou Oyster Bayou Cherokes Bayou Bustrop Bayou Hust Bay Bayou Colorado River San Bernardino River Carry Creek

Snow Storm Blocks Colorado Rails Kills Three Crew

A February snowstorm on the Denver and Rio Grande line nine miles east of Glenwood Springs triggered a slide that wrecked a work train. Three workers were killed and two injured while rescue attempts continued as avalanches and heavy snow halted mountain traffic.

Denver Colo Ridgeway Denver and Rio Grande Railroad Clonwood Springs Rilo Jobh McMahon Denver and Rio Grande Glenwood Springs J. Dempecy Spruce Creek Cole J. Mulvihii Red Cliff Charlen Hackett TH. Carr Steele A. Diver Klinkemin Berry RB. Bernard Colorado Rcth Lendsville Mount Biter Wills Colorado Railroad Wid Semple

Seven Are Killed In Vancouver Snow Crash

Reports from Vancouver B C dated February 2 list seven dead after a Canadian Pacific Railway accident. Victims include William Cator and his wife Mrs Cator plus two children Eilie and Charles, engine wiper James Ridley, operator Frank Carson, and a Chinese sojourner. Injured include Anna Verger with a broken leg and Frank Verager struck on the head. A child, Earl Ruuney, aged seven, froze to death en route to Tekos school. Temperature around zero for 24 hours. rescue timing uncertain with track not cleared until this afternoon.

Vancouver B. C Rogers Pans Canadian Pacific Railway William Cator

German seceders leader in Knights of Pythias case

The supreme tribunal of the Knights of Pythias met at noon in Indianapolis. Henry Wellenvoss, once a grand chancellor, appeared to argue why his home should remain on the judge's records. The case has circulated through Kentucky courts and the Grand Lodge since 1893. The tribunal expects to adjourn tomorrow after handling minor matters.

Wellenvoses Indianapolis Ind Supreme Tribunal of the Koighta Pyihlan Henry Wellenvods Weilengoss Kentucky Knights of Pythiag

Belgian Consul Andre Seeks Mediation in Philippine Tensions

Edward Andre, Belgium’s former Manila consul, travels to Washington on a neutral mission to mediate between the United States and the Philippines. He warns of potential American losses if hostilities erupt, notes Filipino possession of 80,000 rifles, and expects improved outlook after recent presidential proclamations and talks between American commissioners and Filipinos.

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Pinlappine Transports Bids Opened For Repatriating Spaniards

Repatriation bids were opened in New York and San Francisco for transporting 6000 Spanish soldiers from the Philippines to Spain. The War Department seeks to expedite the troop return with swift contracts. The U S supply ship Solace sailed for Manila carrying seven Army officers fifteen cadets and supplies for Admiral Dewey. A vessel completed a record Atlantic passage from New York to Manta in fifty four days.

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Alleged Cable Gap Sparks War Department Talk

Washington reports swirl around General Ovid and General Otis with claims of imminent attack, while officials express confidence in Otis and Admiral Dewey handling the crisis. The exact details remain unclear as officials deny political motives and focus on curbing tensions.

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Troops Arrive as Dewey Fleet Relieved Near Manila

The Buffalo with relief troops reached Manila to join Admiral Dewey's fleet. The Pennsylvania arrived from Hello with the Fifty first Iowa. City of Puebla sailed for Nagasaki. Major General Oshag ordered Manila inhabitants to obtain identity certificates costing 30 cents after February 2. Centurion and the Bonaventura sailed for Hong Kong.

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Pacific Cable News Aboard Steamer Coptic

The Steamer Coptic arrived from Hong Kong and Yokohama via Honolulu with many army and navy officers from the Philippines. John A. Berymser, president of the Pacific Cable Co., voiced hope the U S government would maintain and operate the cable, while private capital would bear the risk of government control.

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Texas Rail Road Commission Faces Settlement Talks

Austin February 2 The railroad commission heard a delegation of Texas business leaders urging a voluntary settlement with railroads to end disturbances and avoid further federal court action. Speakers supported preserving commission authority while seeking a fair basis for compromise and pledging to back the commission in any resulting agreement.

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