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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1900

Page

2

Conference Unites For Government Ownership Of Public Utilities

A large gathering endorsed a platform calling for government ownership of railroads telegraphs and telephones and the abolition of tariffs on trust controlled goods. Key speakers included Frank S Monett John S Grosh and others, with Amos Thornton declining to address further.

Ted States Judes Fleming Kennucky Bowman Amos Thornton New York Thornton Inter Twan Aggured Mathering Lockwood W. A. Spaulding Thomas L. Johnson Ohio Frink Monett Genetral Alabama Deemery Arizona C. Ferguson Arkansas Soverelen California G McGilte Nathan Cole Coforads T. My Patternon Connections Hon BR. Hidgely Loulejina Cleke Maloe E. M. Edwarda Marriand J. A. Rialatod Masuachysutts Georges Fred Williama Minnesota Charles A. Towne Mischelpps Frank Birhits Missouri Hwichard Dalton W. HH. Prieameyer Michigan Fitter Cs Motta Rexus Tennessee A. Freeland Washington Houthard Cy . Huell Minweeds FP Windlewan Delegie Hovereff Oklahawm Nabso Anti-Trust League Frank Williama Samuel Jonas Toledo Jones America John 8. Grosh Tom L. Johoson Hudiene John P. Altreld Leniz Ees

Platform proposals from National Anti-trust conference at Chicago

A platform drafted for the committees of resolutions from the National Anti-trust conference details aims to curb private corporate power. It calls for abolishing legalized privileges and controlling private railways and banking systems while demanding tighter government action against monopolies.

Chicago Chideo Amin Domain United States Congress Owen Parsons Jret- Islatiot Jefferoon Avratem Lincoln

Campaign for Cotton Mills Seeks Texas Sites

H H Hargrove of Louisiana visits Worth to rally support for twenty five cotton mills in Wiferens pointe Texas. He spoke at Docamur Jace night and plans Hillaboro appearance. He has ten engagements and cites successful mill projects in five Southern states.

Wits Dexan Othee Hargrove Louisana Wiferens Pointe Docamur Hillaboro

Sherrill and Caldidata enter Third District race

Greenville February 12 News announces Wisconsin Macy as candidate for Congress in the Third District. A campaign committee was formed at a bar meeting with Hon. John T. Cradtock as chairman. Members include Mon. N. Yoakum J. C. Wynne I. Helner L.A. Clark B.C. Dial J. L Garrett R. B. Noyland and George S. Por.

Congress Greenville Tewns I. Helner L.A. Clark B.C. Dial J. L Garrett R. BR. Noyland George 8 Por

Tenas Political Notes and County Candidate Movements

A Houston County style sweep of local political snippets. Walker County youths petition for a Democratic convention submission for a legislative candidate as Angleton area officials consider the move. In Angleton a recommendation discussed for the Twenty third Judicial District seat and potential confirmation of Nutt. Hubbard candidate for the district’s representation indicates support for Malley and other local figures in February reporting.

Hunteville Texas Clilrena Walker County Judie BH Powell Ehin Matey Angleton Texan Har Wlile Jobn J. Pitts Post

Nicaragua Minister Rules Out Belgium Ground for Protest

Washington wires report Nicaragua’s Minister Correa rebutting a London Standard claim that Belgium and France would protest American control of the Nicaragua canal. He says no Belgian treaty exists and lists treaties with Costa Rica, Spain, France, Great Britain, and the United States, all limited to transit rights and commerce, not canal construction or control.

Washington London Standard Belgium France Nicaragua Great Britain United States Trowden Republic of Nicaragua Thole Itock Nicaraguui Spain Corren

Republican County Convention Set for February 24

Bastrop Texas February 12 The Republican county convention is called to meet here February 24. Nine delegates to the State convention are to be elected. Local candidates favor early primaries and the meeting aims to settle county party organization.

Toon Sidi Executive Comunities

The Whole Secret Stuart's Dyspapsia Tablets Sold

An ad touts Stuart's Dyspapsia Tablets as a new remedy for stomach troubles. It claims rapid digestion, no systemic blood impact, and compares favorably to other tonics and pills, with a free booklet promised from A. Blunt Company in Marshall, Michigan.

Stuart Sim Addremstig . A. Biuamt Company Marshall, Mich

Prince Henry of Prussia Arrives in Berlin

Short news items report Prince Henry of Prussia arriving in Berlin where he was greeted by the king and a large crowd. Other notes mention a Commons debate on colonial representation, Samoa treaty readings, a Mississippi ballot, and Carrie Chapman Catt leading the American Woman Suffrage Association for the coming year.

Berlin Prince Henry of Prussia Eperor William London House of Commons Thomas Hedderich Wyek Studis Peashot Benian Donate Paland Jackson Miss Washington National American Woman Suffrage Association Mra Carrie Up Catt New York Sieg B. Anthony

Stopes Cough End Works Of Cold Remedy Claim

An old advertisement proclaims Stopes cough remedy as a cold cure with a no cure no pay offer. It markets a laxative component and Bromo Quidine as the active ingredients, promising relief and payoff terms.

Fitz Wants to Fight Jeffries Open Challenge to World

Ex champion Bob Fitzsimmons posts a bold open challenge in the New York Journal declaring willingness to fight any fighter if Wim Jeffries does not respond. He proposes first shot for Jeffries if he agrees to immediate terms, and threatens to fight Sharkey or another middleweight if negotiations stall.

New York Bob Fitzermans Today New York Journal Anther Wim Jeffries Enid Condin Jaffrien Wald Jeffries Sharkey

American Baseball Association Forms With Seven Clubs

In Chicago on a stormy February day the American Baseball Association formally organized with seven clubs. A committee led by Joan Metraw and PRI Peterson of Baltimore was named to secure the eighth club. Members discussed a constitution and by-laws and expected to complete details soon.

Chicago Grea Northern American Baseball Association Joan Metraw Pri Peterson Baltimore West Milwaukee el Lowit Lacinvilles Philadelphia Duttmore Washington Or- Kuthers

Sharkey and Goddard Fight Ends Early as Sponge Stops Bout

Sailor Tom Sharkey and Joe Goddard clashed at Industrial Hall in Philadelphia on February 1. The bout lasted until mid fourth round when Goddard was clearly outmatched and saved from knockout by trainer Jack Dougherty who threw in the sponge.

Sharkey Joe Goddard Philadelphia Tom Sharkey Industrial Hall Goddard Jack Dougherty

Frick's Suit Against Carnegie Steel Partnership

Henry Clay Prick files a Bill in Allegheny County No. 1 suit against Andrew Carnegie and the Carnegie Steel Company seeking to void a claimed limited partnership. Frick argues the firm is a general partnership and seeks a receiver to protect the estate while delays continue. Wills McCook represents Prick as Harry Phipps Jr and T. P. Lovejoy are named among oldest partners.

Carnegie Steel Company Fim Carpegia Hye iFrick Carnegie McCook Harry Phipps, Jr

Climax in Senate Debate Over Gold Standard Bill

The Nevada senator and Iowa Republican sparred as the senate debated the bill's gold standard provisions. Senator Jones charged the measure would empower national banks and bind the country to gold, while Senator Allison defended a mixed standard and cautioned against eliminating greenbacks. The day closed with debate and a funeral committee announced for Rep. Chickering.

Washington Senate Otter Ailison Iowa Finances Committee Jones Nev Alligon Aliisod Allison Teer Alileon Teller Mr. Jones United Staton India Africa C. A. Chickering Platt Mason Scott Turner Sullivan Lindsay Tacticion Soni Alison Ceseas Banda Lindsey Pesuli Tilman Mer. Avilman Ailiein Ucder Tillman Mr Alcon Mr. Alivon Aer Ned Str Alligou

Adjournment Honoring Death Of Representative Chickering

The New York delegation announced Represen tative Chickering's death and prepared resolutions for the house. The Wake was draped with flowers and the house adjourned at noon as a tribute. The war department program extension was adopted and a funeral committee named. A second adjournment followed at 12 25 p m as the tribute continued.

Chickering Washington New York War Department Mareh Tayne N. Vi

Senate hearing on Woman Suffrage echoes split over proposals

Washington February 15. A senate committee on Woman suffrage heard delegates from the suffrage convention and the antsul Tagiels. After the hearing both Alden and the house committee on funding appeared. Sharp differences emerged leading to adjournment to avoid controversy.

Washington Senate Committee On

Bearish to bullish swings hit New York market day

The New York market showed extreme volatility with sharp advances and declines as traders urged by speculative activity bought and sold heavily. Prices rose to high levels before retreating, while reports indicated cautious interest and a conservative outlook for new crop contracts.

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Cotton market rallies as prices rise across regions

The cotton market moved upward with high grade cotton selling at strong prices. Buyers competed amid a broad market uptick, lifting values beyond local spot levels and reflecting sustained demand in the South.

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Calvert Election Misinfo Clarified on Mining Visit

A Calvert correspondent corrects a misinformed report about the 4 election. The note states no definite details exist about plans or location of Mr de Inte of Colorado Springs who visited Calvert to discuss mining interests yesterday.

Calvert Texas Calvert Coal Mines Colorado Springs

You Know What You Are’ Grove Tastelas Tonte Advertisement

An old advertorial notes a medicine formula claiming a tasteless liquid with coal and quinine. It alleges the product is not advertised openly and sells through malarial sections with no pay, priced at 60 cents.

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