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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1902
Page
2
An OCR fragment reports New York weather with heavy snow and a stock market note from New Orleans while Texas stocks are not open. It mentions forgery testimony, political claims, and remarks on prison terms and welfare matters. The text also references a Mackay rifle proposal, a presidential reading, and various foreign affairs notes with unclear attribution.
The Star Chronicle reports the Shippers' Compress company antitrust case to be argued Wednesday in the court of civil appeals. The article notes county bond purchases, new Austin corporations, and Burglary indictments in Bexar county. Beaumont backs a new refinery to briquet fuel, with Port Arthur refinery capacity cut. Cattle steady, hogs down, stock activity mixed in New York. Terror of Timestone nominates Waller T. Hume for the new federal court judgeship.
Reported winners include Miss Soak Mer Trister Dagmar Erariˇt Udiy Menace Thatee in New Orleans and Botany Ge vets Wyoming Colonel Ballantyne Dyn bane Parsifal in San Francisco while Jeffries and the American jescor in Spain are noted in loose reference to ongoing play.
The International and Great Northern plans a large force at Navasota as Mr. Comer is named general manager for Prisco. Houston and Texan Central note survivor gains, with Geld’s route from Navasa to Madlagaville under discussion. Major improvements to Meslean roads are reported, while a few railroaders’ groups organize in Nous ton.
Fragmentary notes describe clashes over a Boyd- Brumby dispute and a plan by Wales clubs in Monston to support preserving an old stone fort at Nacogdoches. Mentions of civic figures and groups hint at ongoing talks around a sugar mill on a Biate farm and a tax or policy board agreement, with several unreadable fragments.
Dr Towda a Bure Penn agent questioned by Associated Press on why Boer delegates Moses Wessels and Wol Werang travel to America. They seek mediation and funds distribution tied to American sources amid tensions over Spain and the Spanish American War era. The delegation aims to influence U S policy toward mediation with Great Britain and Italy and shift sentiment in Washington.
An advertisement for PAZO ointment promises relief from piles without surgery. It claims quick drying action and saving money, urging readers to try the product at a cost of 60 cents.
In Trieste Austria the strike ends as workers resume duties after their demands are reportedly conceded and a settlement is reached. The move comes amid heightened tensions and negotiations with representatives of the involved parties.
The report details a president’s message to the Naval Committee, Senator Felin’s related bill, and Mr Lobone’s transfer proposal. It notes Mrs Harr and others visiting, with a list of attendees and a mention of the Nations Society congress in session with about 800 attendees from across the country. Pension notices and other financial items for Texans and veterans are listed from January 20.
A Milwaukee reader shares a testimonial praising Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing months of female health troubles. The letter claims dramatic improvement after two bottles and urges others to consult Mrs. Pinkham in Massachusetts for free advice.
A scramble of brief items from Texas communities mentions Baylor University, Bratt County, and El Dorado with local meetings, agricultural efforts, and a fatal incident under investigation. Pine Creek and Beeville are referenced with public notices and court activity, while a murder conviction and felonious cases appear among scattered summaries.
Patchy dispatches recount wreck and chase stories from the Mediterranean and Hanover noting a duel incident and regional unrest. Reports describe ships, patrols, and local authorities responding as crowds gather and police move to restore order.
A brief fire report notes a residence in Kosse Texas involved in an incident on February 17. Details on casualties or cause are unclear due to OCR text garble.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Terrell and local store activity with misspelled names and numbers. The readable bits point to a regional business note or classified item, but details and proper nouns are obscured. No clear event, date, or organization can be verified from the text.
A February 16 blaze at Livery Stable operated by L Klepbers in Crowell Texas destroyed the stable and much of the feed and equipment. Insurance coverage is referenced though details are unclear.
In Iluko Transcaupaala on February 17 a quake near Shamaka killed about 100 with many missing. Villages around Shamaka suffered widespread destruction from lava and crevasses as rescue battalions and tents arrive. Red Cross aid efforts underway.
News from Hillsboro Texas reports the home of Art Jobe Rafe burned yesterday. She had been ill for two months and fled to a neighbor's house seeking safety. Firefighters faced challenges amid smoke and flames, with minor injuries reported and the cause under investigation.
Two thousand invitations were sent from the Townsend Downey company for the launch of the emperor's yacht Fach in New York. The invitation list followed clearance by the committee on AttAblments and the secret service, with access limited to trusted officials.
In Alvin Texas, men trap and trap raccoons for their skins amid a brisk winter trade. The article notes a profitable, growing business with one unnamed man reported to have shipped a large number of skins and mentions related activity by eastern traders.
Fragmentary note references a market action and individuals. details are unclear but imply a wartime sale or auction context with named persons and places. The readable bits mention Othie and Lethe markuto with an event at Miers.
A degraded OCR fragment lists names and places such as New York Thames Miser Bry and Low a Haupt Duesnd. It reads like a travel sequence with scattered personal names and destinations without a coherent event. The quality obscures clear facts or outcomes.
A partial historical notice lists Tarrant County names and offices including treasurer J. A. Thaliy, supervisor of public instruction J. J. Geoleian, and other officials. Edward Makers and attorney K. S. Latthitores are among the referenced figures in the scene.
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