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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1900

Page

3

Railroad Schedule at Grand Central Depot for Houston trains

Houston rail timetable shows arrivals and departures for Grand Central Depot with connections to Dallas, San Antonio, Shreveport, Kansas City, Cincinnati, Galveston and La Porte. Trains depart Congress Avenue Depot and Grand Central routes, with through cars to Dallas and notes on depot changes and special runs.

Dallas Houston A. MW Grand Central Depot California Las P San Antonio M. N. Toy Te Poe Weere Este Bae Congress Avenue Hlee W. T. BR Grand Central Shreveport Kansas City Cincinnati Galveston la Porte WOTE Aces P Temi Bral Grand Conia Missouri, Kansas and Texas Fifth Ward Great Northern Columbia Tap International and Congress Kansas Galveston, Houston and Henderson Great Northam

Houston Transfer Co Seeks Private Residences for Shipments

Fragmentary notice from Houston Transfer Co announcing special wagons for private residences and quartz delivery to Taaldetics in the city. The ad claims 24 hour service and guarantees orders from private residences with a contact phone line.

Trrar Iave Quilectian Suiedink Prt Taaldetics Atenticn Houston Transfer CO

LAWLOH ARRIVALS IN TEXAS AND BEYOND

A list of names and places appears to record arrivals or movements of individuals across Texas and nearby cities. Names include Davis, A M Walker, George M Dilles, and many others linked to ports and cities such as Port Arthur, Beaumont, Galveston, Houston, Dallas, and New Orleans.

Granbury Church Revival and Health Concerns Rise

In Granbury Texas February town bulletin notes the First National Bank of Granbury elects officers led by president DD C Copdell and vice presidents Baker and cond. Evangelist Robertson plans a revival at the Methodist church as Hood County reports suspected health scares not smallpox with county judge T Méenefee overseeing care. local pastors urge calm while noting land cultivation trends.

Roberteon Methodist Church Hood County Ang Beatis Thie County Hue

J C Chase Dead in Wyoming Province History

One of the old settlers of the western province, J. C. Chase, died at home on Ryder Lane aged about 70. He was a Confederate veteran and long valued for his service and peacekeeping in the era. The notice records his age and standing in the community.

I Aes Ghia Provine Ryder Lane

Death by own action near Bryan reported

A man near Bryan died by his own action yesterday after a shooting incident with a pistol. Record notes the event location and uncertain cause as authorities investigate the death.

Bryan Téxee Portheas

Double header system sparks Texas rail labor push in Austin

In Austin a broad labor coalition vies to ban double header operations. Trainmen and unions pressure lawmakers, arguing safety and economy justify prohibiting two locomotives in one train. They cite air brakes and automatic couplers as life saving precedents and urge a statewide measure during the special session.

Austin Sayern Pumbet State Capitol Traloman the Post North Sherman Ies- Intature Texas Congress of the United Stdles Irvine laWoite Congress

Stickney and party tour Galveston on pleasure trip

Mr. A. B. Stickney president of Chicago Great Western railway arrived in Galveston with F R Kellogge and others from St Paul. He said the visit is for recreation and has no fixed plan to discuss Texas resources. The group will visit the jetty and other sights before continuing to Texas cities.

Galveston Texas A. B. Stickney Chicago Great Western Railway St. Paul Minn F. BR. Kellogge Chicago and Great Western Sneve Cook Tremont Retter E Caid Stickney Bsaigh Houston Ichaaner Tia Cleans

Santa Fe Officials Touring Texas Line

Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe railway officials are touring the road through Oeburne and nearby towns for a week. The visit includes a party led by the general superintendent and other senior officers to inspect operations and facilities.

Santa Fe Oeburne Texas Pebruary Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway Preeripientnas Tendent

City engineers plan bridge upgrades along Santa Fe line

Nixon and Chief Engineer Fett with Assistant Civil Engineer Beech lead a review of Santa Fe division improvements. Twenty bridges between Gainesville and Purcell will receive new steel girders and track work. Ballast, dowels, and other changes are planned to modernize the line.

Train to Stamford Opens New Texas Central Terminus

The first passenger train to Stamford, new western terminus of the Texas Central, arrived on time to a crowd of about 2000 and full turnout from Stamford and nearby areas. Officials say the railroad will handle all business as the line continues service.

Waco Texas Stamford

Italian Line to Boost Service to Tri-Weekly Routes

Increm of Service, Mesars, Hirec, Feltman & Co. announce a tariff boost and a shift to tri weekly sailings on the New York Genoa Naples route starting March 15 1900. The line previously operated 0 feet of 105 steamers linking Mediterranean Black Sea Red Sea and Far East ports.

Mesars, Hirec Feltman & Co New York Cederale Ttaliana Fiorlo Ribettino Genoa Naples Black Sea Red Sea

Damage suits flood Texas counties in rail cases

Fon Worth Texas February 1 there is no other county in the state in which its many damage suits have been filed against railroad corporations as a ship thrreci county since December 4 over forty cases have been filed in the courts the total damages sought amounting to half a million dollars. Most cases are brought from other counties.

Medngealiet

Katy Officials in Galveston Texas February 11

W Maxwell general superintendent of the Mirasuri Kansas Texas and Dp i F Yauer the hive surgeon of that road are o in the wily.

Katy Galveston Texas W. Maxwell Mirasuri Kansas I F. Yauer

Noten and Personalities and Private Car Movements

Notable movements include a private car through the city on Saturday night and guests at the Lawlor. G A Quictun and W Ringe associated with the Lawlor and a possible Monterey Mexico trip rate via Southern Pacific. Kenner the brakeman’s performance draws trainmen interest on the Texas and New Orleans. John Scullin announces L M Fouts as general manager of the St Louis, Kansas City and Colorado Railway company effective immediately.

Weatinghouse Company Eo. Woods Marcola W. Ringe Lawlor G. A. Quictun Moxino Monterey Mexico Pacito Merrit New York Centra Ciieago Langues Wil Vial Archer Tlw Peraa Galveston Saudhwer Har Pane Kenner Texas and New

Labor Council Letter Prompted Kilgrell Response on Double Header Trains

The Houston Labor Council press publishes correspondence with Representative Norman G. Kilgrell regarding the push to block Texas railroads from operating double header trains. Kilgrell says he will vote only after informing himself of the facts and will publicly express labor views.

Kittrel Labor Counecil Hoveton Labor Council Norman G. Kilifrell Norman Kittredl Austin Texée- Haisley Texas Houston Labor Souns Kim Ye Gow Massi Rh. KR. Tripp Tripp Fay Houston Leber Council Houston Tintern of Representatives Adio Holetan Labor Council Orgenica Indica Aldi Jeo Ft Paseume Omy Houston Labor Council Ite Hill

Letter from Norman G. Kittrell on rail bill voting

Norman G. Kittrell writes at length on the railroad measure, stating he will vote according to public welfare and not any railroad influence. He pledges impartiality, careful study of merits and demerits, and courtesy in proceedings while awaiting hearings.

Ieee Wade Aeneral Railroad Eame Alothere Houston Tegrelatire Texas Chartien Interent

Double headers and the cost of rail safety and jobs

A writer argues against double header trains used on railways, contending they save fuel and time but threaten employment and service costs. The piece criticizes proposed legislation as harmful to workers and public welfare, urging government restraint and careful data.

Neell Roa Texas Byatt Fratiatlan Oripinice Itwa Tohiti Lewle- Laore

Prairie View to open bids on Kirler building improvements

Prairie View Texas officials, led by Hon L Foster of the Agriculture and Mechanical College and Prof Gieserae, traveled to open bids for improvements on the Kirler building. The successful bidder will be announced next Monday, as preparations begin for the project.

Prairie View Texas Pebruarr T L. Foster Agriculure and Mechanical College Gieserae Reme Institution Didog Kirler Anpoljtond

Statehouse notes on budget and construction plans

A fragment discusses proposed budget amendments and appropriations for furniture, balance to bar furniture and columnment for Kirby bird, and a new brick building of twenty rooms. Mentions Colonel Pouter, Governor, two cottages, spyndrs foundations, and supervision by Mr Retin and Prof Glesecke with visits to College Station.

Pouter Retin Scricbturel Meehaglea Meatey_eed Glesecke Hiehi College Station

New York Inquiry Supports Iron Ore Way Plan Near Trinity

The inquiry from New York parties asks about a 200000 ton iron ore shipment and a potential metallic tram line linked to the International and Great Northern railway. If secured it could employ many workers and aid Trinity River navigation efforts by promoting a larger ore flow and related logistics.

Palestine Texas Fepruare Tf, Hughes & Co New York Tony Tropefote Enternational Great Northern Railway

Local Commerce and Community Changes in Chappell

The town notes new colored Methodist church nearing completion reflecting on residents faith and finances. Mr. Ty Mercer builds a large store with fine stock of china ware and stoves signaling commercial growth. The railroad town of Will iam Petinged connects with Aquilon and Texar Capital, positioning Chappell at the forefront of regional development.

Chappell Wii

Social calendar notes and upcoming weddings in Houston area

Miss Lily Roma Levy to marry Mr. Max Schnitver at Half Residence on 2004 Travid Street next Wednesday at 3 PM. Miso Frances Giraud and Theodore Heyck wed at Church of the Spare Heart Mile Giraud, daughter of Mrs R A Gira. Mrs Vernon Leman hosts Valentine party for Miss Maggie May Arnold of Galveston. Major and Mrs John B Garey visit Texas Avenue Me. Numerous social events highlighted include card party hosted by Presley X Mwink and a large family gathering with roses and violet climates. several locals traveling to attend or return from trips to Mexico and other points.

Miso Frances Giraud Houston Theodore Heyck Voreat City Ark Fiat Church of the Spare Heart Mile Giraud R. A. Gira Vernon Leman Maggie May Arnold Galveston Major Mra John B. Garey Texan Avenue Mra. Fells Hall Lily Roma Levy Max Schnitver Travid Street Wedgesday

Tecomont Motel Arrivals

A dense list of names and places appears, listing arrivals or residents at Tecomont Motel. The fragment includes individuals from Texas New York Missouri and other locations, with numerous spellings and unclear roles. It reads like a communal register or social note rather than a cohesive news item.

Nineteenth Century Tutors Club Meeting In Chappell Hill

The ladies of the Nineteenth Century Liter ary club met at Mrs William Melantelys residence in Chappell Hill Texas on February 1 with a reading of Deva Copperfield and resumed discussion. Eleven new members joined at the meeting and a Valentine party is planned for St Valentine’s Day at the Moore Das residence.

Chappell Hil Texas Tuterary Club Wiliam Melantely Mandaii Deva Copperfield Naurehlog Valentine Vatoa Promere

Charity Concert Sharks Meet For February Charity

The Sharks met to plan the annual charity event on February 22. They discussed reports from the varieties committee and the fundraising belt, aiming to organize the CARLON project for the display and support.

Sharks Vinterday

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