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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1900

Page

3

Endorsement and Praise for Pettigrew Over Free Speech Debate

A fragmentary document from February 14 endorses Senator Pettigrew of South Carolina as a defender of free speech in Congress. Signed by prominent anti imperialists including Thomas Wentworth, William Lloyd Garrison, Moorfield Storey, and others, the letter condemns opponents as traitors to self government and urges continued defense of speech rights amidst wartime policy.

Pettigrew South Thomas Wentworth Senp William Lloyd Garrison Gamradford Moorflell Storey Eving Winetlow Warren Wenite Bertow Papd Great Britain Paris United States

New Campaign Opens As Roberts Concentrates Forces

Tyohon reports from February 18 that Lord Roberts has begun a new campaign with concentration of forces at Wiliep and a rapid, energetic advance. The movement aims to draw Boer troops west of the planned Bloemfontein route, with General MacDonald ordered to lure the enemy away from key points. High uncertainty remains on outcomes and timing, but the opening moves suggest a decisive push ahead.

Tyohon Penser Wikkinson Lord Roberts Wiliep Free State Bloemfontein Hoshof Hronje Wm Oontiler Bia Jacobedal Magerefontein Teelte Kimberley

New York Letter On Boer Relief Fund Actions

From Dr Mau r in Europe, Secretary Van Sielen reports the Boer relief fund committee has received a letter stating the Netherlands committee has all funds in hand and ambulances provided, so the Capetown unit will stop soliciting. A detachment of fifty nine nurses and medical staff will sail on La Gascogne to Deingou Bay for onward steamer transit. Irish American societies Will Ball morning for the voyage to Ireland and onward to France.

New York Maur Europe van Sielen Boer Reller Fund Netherland Rei Capetown Itter la Gascogne Prnte Deingou Bay Janes Waco Hilesboro Hillsboro W. W. Phillipa State Firemen Aseiclathon Waxatachip Thedme Nikaleeton Homer Tosa New Orleans Joneaville Uv Comity Acat Altegeling Dallae Hess Sds Dro Roberton Dun Edmonsen Atv Dietmiruts Nacognoches Rex Avery Mel Wallas Greenville Georges L Hiandley Dave Platt Polk County Richmond M. Lister Marlin Tom Marvell Rube N. L. Miller Karnes City John Elder Manily Isaac Oi Tidgeo Elder San Antonio M. M. Heinemann Meverich Ciypumstendes Kilc Hen Caldwell Hd Ag Sonia Fred Ayere Yeate Tomer

The Hay Pauncefote Treaty Debate In Senate

Washington dispatch reports that action on the Hay Pauncefote treaty and the Nicaragua canal bill may extend beyond the current session. Conservative leaders in both houses expect ratification, while debate length signals a protracted fight with no firm timetable.

Lezon Cloach

Cable Ratification Exchange Planned to Speed Treaty

United States Great Britain and Germany adopt a formal cable exchange to ratify a treay, aiming to minimize delay. The method promises rapid results, with ratifications exchanged by cable rather than in slower formalities.

de York Washington United States Great Britain Ger- Borm Onder

Treaty Ratifications Timed Across Washington Berlin and London

The article outlines a plan where ratifications of a December treaty would be exchanged simultaneously in Berlin Washington and London. It discusses preserving sovereignty of Germany while easing tensions in the Pacific Gruppe including Samoa and the western and eastern islands. It notes Britain and Germany awaiting another convention linked to US ports and timing it to coincide with the Washington treaty.

United States Queen Victoria Herlin Waehington London Washington Samoa Germany Uvola Savail Tutuulla Great Britain

New York Life Guides 16 Million Russian Bond Issue

Reports say a Russian railway bonds issue of 16,000,000 4 percent notes will be offered in New York with Russian government backing. A New York Life insurer arranged a syndicate to place the Windikawkas and Southern bonds, with possible eventual purchase by the insurer if the syndicate fails to sell. Russia’s difficulty in negotiating funds abroad is blamed on European financial attention and politics.

New York Frereways Windikawkas Southeastern Amotante Syndicata New York Life Ingurante Rossi Leswe Thex Exadicate Life Insurance Company Rusala Russia Paris London Leone

Protect the Saplots and Harbor Safety Proposal

A Triband special foam Washington save: Coogrese proposes to vent In the secretary of the treasury the Gylhorky to mcamp out the land shark evil to American harbors and in protect eillora from broug the vicgine of thesr sharpete. The proposed law, favorably reported to the hou from the committee on merchant marine and fisheries, is warmly supported by the International Allied Seamen's Allied and other organizations. Immediate aim is to prevent the decaying of seamen from ships on arrival.

New York Washington Coogrese Secretary of the Treasury McAmp Eillora Committee On Merchant Marine and Fisheries Houghton Maritime Association of the Port of

Harrington Bankrupt Case Over Brick Store Homestead

In Sherman Texas on February 14 the Harrington bankruptcy case reviewed whether the brick store building is Harringtons business homestead exempt from levy. Referee Dillard ruled brick building not exempt. brick house deemed assets. Appeal sent to Paris and then Dallas. Meeks court reversed the referee, ordering trustee Dulin to return possession to Harrington.

Sherman Texas A. Harrington Reserve Brute of Dillard Dust News Harrington Paria Bryant Meek Dallas Meeka

Mistrot Brothers Lease Stafford Opera House in Columbus

Mistrot Bros. & Co. lease the lower part of the Stafford Opera House in Columbus Texas and plan to stay through next year. The damaged building was torn by Senfionders Bros. & Co. who moved one of the loads of merchandise into South Texas, drawing buyers from across Colorado county. Mistrot Bros. aim to revive Columbia trade and boost town prosperity.

Mistrot Columiian Columbua Texas Miecrat Pros. &Co Stafford Opera House Columbus Senfionders Bros. & Co Lavars South Colorailla County Mistrot Bros Columbia

Hale buys Kaufman Furniture stock relocates to Kaufman

Mr J M Hale of Georgetown Texas has purchased the stock of the Kaufman Furniture company. He will move to Kaufman and continue the business at the same stand.

Kaufman, Texas J. M. Hale Georgetown Texas Kaufman Furniture Company Hale Amy

Brenham Budget and Veterans Reunion Plans

Brenham Texas February 14 Mr J G Rankin returns from Belton where he works to form a unit for a veterans reunion program to be held there February 22 23 The Belton camp plans a supper and concert with the remainder of the details coordinated by local groups as preparations continue for the reunion events including a reception at the courthouse and a donor list noting a contribution of 15 dollars from Adolphus Holland for Gulf contracts and related matters

Brenham Texas J. G. Rankin Wip Belton Greeo's Brigade Association Ue Belton Vr Henkle Barlor Femme College Gree Court Iwenenety County Adolphus Holland i The Gulf Superman Eniayor Logansport Paso Mexico Rapriff Garrete Pallas Dallas Monjorie A. Parrar Groesbeeck Hilleboho Pythias

Wedding and society notes from the McIntyre household event

The report describes gatherings at the McIntyre home with guests Rev Gaddy and W B Gattrie attending a reception, and EF Wilson of Houston contributing to a Volunteer Signal Corps event. It mentions a wedding of Mr Fredrick Winkuinenn to Miss Heorietip Rossinue Sprain, upcoming dances, a Germania society mosqgenads ball, and Dr T J Boyle’s railroad duties and illness concerns.

H. C. McIntyre W. M. Gaddy Moessra W. B. Gattrie H.C. Mcintyre EF. Wilson Houston Thesanpuat Sigeal Corps Hreviam Opewurrel Et Ao Armory Thesina Theoders Echiraacher Intivideel Cellan Fredrick Winkuinenn Mies Alome Ine Cansphoy Hia Dls St. Antheny Dwyer Exchange The Germania Society Mil

Winding Wounds Mark Bold Day in Multiple Cities

Reports from Little Rock Arkansas and other towns describe accidents and injuries as several youths, including Brad Allen and Calvin Saodere, were hurt during a home gathering gone wrong. In Jackson Mississippi a university fundraiser disrupted Senate action, while Memphis and Port Neufrance noted notable local events. A coal barge disaster near New York left several missing.

Little Rock Ark Bismarck Brad Allen Calvin Saodere Calvin Jones Gamle Jackson Misa Senate Memphis Fred Mayberry Tetingping Pleira Parupyonta Prva Marttilme New York Aly Pre Cone Los

Short Texas Specials and Mixed Texas News Items

Fragmented column lists brief state news from Texas towns and nearby areas. Items mention health scares, court actions, local officials, accidents, and notable deaths with sparse details and multiple locations such as Dallas Hillsboro Pallas San Antonio and Greenville.

Robbed in Memphis Memphis February incident reports

Memphis February 14 reports a robbery involving real estate and livestock dealer William Youkum. Details on location or suspects are not provided in the fragment.

Memphis Memphy Tens William Youkum

Hillsboro Cotton Mill Meeting Details in Texas

A touring cotton mill meeting was held in Hillsboro on February 14. H. H. Hargroves of Shreveport Louisiana spoke on manufacturing value and Texas needs. About $1040 was raised for a mill planned to organize March 1 with $10,000 capital stock.

HH. H. Hargroves Shreveport la Thas Texas

London dispatch questions Russian aims in Central Asia

The Times Berlin correspondent reports delays on the Central Asia railway not caused by British missteps but by massing Russian troops near Rowhkins. He says Moscow intends to seize Herat and warns that Turkish and Afghan affairs hinge on Russian moves.

London The Times Renmiarks Central Asia Siw Rowhkiins Ails Hatios) Rupgigns Rugsla Herat

BACHFING Icons at National Shotline Meet in Arkansas

Ten events decided at the National Shootline tournament held at Washington Park in Fort Worth. Weather was dew and exciting scores were posted. Notable targets included Young, St Helens, DeLong, and Gilbert. one shooter broke multiple records with a series of impressive sprints and straights.

Tot Springs Ark Pebruwrp Whileington Park Thikeo Citbect Young St. Helkes Niort Oly DeLong Pateriuk Gilbert Tartete

London February Adviops From Gaherowmes

Advices from Gaherowmes report an artillery duel today between Colivel Pirnivers forces and the Boers. Bristled shellfire hit Boer forts as Morr guns were eliminated. Colonel Manners advance appears checked by fortifications.

London Gaherowmes Ebrugry 4 Colivel Pirnivers Manners Floorts

Barn of Nocksland Farm Fire Traces Losses Near Nekleland

A February night fire at a barn in Nekleland Texas caused extensive damage to hay storage and buildings. The blaze, reported near George Baxter’s property, led to considerable losses estimated around 100 pounds in value. Local responders contained the fire and no injuries were reported.

Nocksland Nekleland Texas George Baxter

McKinney Man Remanded in Murder Case After Interrogation

In McKinney Texas on February date not clear a murder investigation continues. A suspect identified as Vids Jones was questioned following morning events and remanded to jail for further examination. Local authorities pursue additional evidence and plan continued hearings.

Therese Men Drowned in Unclear Reported Incident

A terse report describes an aquatic accident with unspecified names and details. The fragmentary text mentions drowning, damage, and an individual possibly named Monet Oonerty, with other garbled terms. No clear location, date, or organization is evident.

Would Not We Interviewent in Fernandina

A fragmented report notes February 1 events in Fernandina where Andee Camento declined an interview with WT. The text is garbled but suggests a request for comment or records about a muttered topic in the evening.

Fernandina Fin Andee Camento Etek

Yellow Fever in Havana Under Treatment Report

Fragmentary OCR notes describe yellow fever illness in Havana with references to treatment. The garbled text mentions igtepases and appears to reflect a historic or wartime health bulletin.

Havana Webriary Gebloh

Denton Residence Incident Reported Tonight

A Denton Texas resident and another person were involved in an incident tonight. Reports reference a residence and contents, with unclear details about the individuals and their actions. Authorities have not released full statements or outcomes at this time.

Unclear fragment notes possible eviction or fee change

Vague OCR fragment references a term likely about eviction or fee changes. Mentions dates in April and a party named CU. Readable details are minimal, timeframes unclear, no definite action or entities beyond April and a listed group.

Stuart's Catarrh Tablets Promise Quick Relief

An 1910 era advertisement touts Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as an excellent remedy for catarrh composed of botanicals and chemicals. It claims to kill germs in blood and tissues, reduce symptoms, and offers a testimonial from a Pittburgh speaker praising dramatic relief after a month of use. The copy emphasizes ease of use, portability, and lack of mercury or dangerous ingredients.

Stuart Calurra Pittaburk Cave Calarra Steart

Second Day at Richmond Texas Preachers Conference

The second day of the Richmond Texas Preachers Conference featured devotional exercises by Rev MG Lindsay and a sequence of talks on ministry topics. Speakers covered sermon preparation, personal life from spiritual viewpoints, and practical ministry duties, with audience praise and several brief remarks from Rev Seth World and others.

Richmond II Richmonl Texaa MG Lindsay Bryce Saortion Tevan Advocate Texas Michelet W. Harn Seth World

Racks and races at Sen Orleans track meet

Reports from a New Orleans track event feature runners like Howe and Venema winning various races. Results include mile, five furlongs, and six furlong sprints with times around 1.00 and 2 06, noting participants such as Water Oren and Royal Price among others.

Wepre Reed Vypreyiy Teiley Athens Venema Senramien Sadie Tally Mylo Tiny Domini Haley Jilles-Midspero This Seltitie Doven Curious Leaveman Martha Pox Wiecowel Ivlinghuswen Frank Daft Mahadh Hed Cherry

Sharkey Accepts bi New York Pobyility 1b

Sharkey accepts bid in New York as plans unfold for a major item. The event signals a potential shift in negotiations and a formal step toward a broader project.

Sharkey New York Tom

Stabbing at Dance Sparks Injuries in Whlel Rober Area

A dance event last night near Purin and Téxac led to a row instigated by Whlel Rober, with Rose seriously stabbed by a knife. Police are investigating the incident and persons involved.

Whlel Rober Rose

Provisional Visit and Local Notes From Falenine Texas

February 14 notes report preparatory visits to Paris for a great event, with a new parlor bench finished and local furnishings discussed. Trice, vice president at General Superintendent of the International Great Northern, plans return from New York this week. Kellogg of Trier arrived. Nance visiting. entertainment by Mrs Hyman Pouariostaone. city council adjourned tonight to reconvene.

Jeun Ralfroud Houeton Trice Great Northern New York A. Kellogg Trier W. H. Nance Hyman Pouarioatone Noudel

Abe Keustean Released on Bail After Hearing

Abe Keustean bookkeeper for Southwestern Printing Co charged by warrant with embezzlement had habeas corpus hearing before Judge Allen. Hearing proceeded with no evidence presented and Keustean was released on bail of 755.

Galverton Texas Abe Keustean Southwestern Printing Company Judee Allen

Two Italians Try to Flee After Fatal Shooting in Bryan

In Bryan Texas February 14 a deadly shooting in a Tallon settlement of Brasgs Bottom left John Mallia and a male Italian dead and Carlo Conjoloea wounded. The prisoner, an Utallan, offered no statement but complained of pain in the head and cannot recall many details. A constable placed him in jail after the incident near the home of the trouble. Authorities described the event as a shocking tragedy in the local Italian community.

Bryan Texas Trven Lone Bendana Wyd

Candidate drive and county race details emerge at county forum

Fragmentary notes describe a political drive involving Hogan with candidate Luling Texas and Penriary 1 July. References to Kogan of Lockhart and county representative for six years, audit consent, and a plan to present a proposal. Mentions OWA of employees, a speech on equal opportunity, and a candidate for Uijet Biates senator with mixed signals about support.

Hogan Luling Texad Penriary Kogan Lockhart Elx Sears Areano Alley Dton Tae Bovis Miulley Rosa

Editor's Life Saved by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy

In October 1806 a man contracted a severe cough with lunge symptoms and feared consumption. After trying Chamberlain's Cough Remedy from a local druggist, his health improved immediately and three bottles restored him to health.

Hoamber- Iaines Cough Mremedy B & Edwards

Fragmented OCR Note on National Convention Delegation

An OCR fragment describes a primacy convention and delegation to a national event. It mentions Weld, Mil, and a council like body forming a delegation to attend a county meeting. The text is garbled but references a presidential or national invitation and delegated representation.

Fornsson Sherman Tixar Millernia

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