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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1900
Page
5
A detailed argument outlines the profits and structure of cooperative cotton mills. It discusses labor independence, shared capital, and long term gains through stock ownership, with examples of farm productivity, regional factory growth, and potential fuel and textile production benefits. The piece promotes stock subscriptions through A Whitaker.
The Texas legislature considers a proposal on double header locomotives. Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe and Southern Pacific are tied to the issue with union opposition and safety concerns. Colonel Le J. Polk defends double headers citing reduced accidents and efficiency, while critics warn of job losses and state control implications.
Trainmen oppose double headers arguing higher danger, slower control, and more overtime delays. A columnist notes labor, merchants, and trusts face shifts as railways expand with large engines, while Houston and Texas Central moves 100 car hauls on level tracks, challenging single-header limits.
In Washington D C the American Federation of Labor drafts a law to be introduced in Congress to curb court interference with strikes and labor actions. The measure seeks to bar employers from appealing to courts for injunctions to protect their operations and non union workers.
The American Federation of Labor backs a bill to limit federal court injunctions affecting labor disputes. Lawmakers doubt any measure can constitutionally curb injunctions, with Senators Quarles and Lorimer warning that Congress cannot impair judicial powers or strip courts of equitable jurisdiction.
An unclear fragment mentions Mount Cain and candidate names with references to February and potential steps. The readable text shows no clear event, results, or identifiable organizations. Further legible material is needed to compile a factual headline and summary.
A brief local item notes a long running race toward Hill county and reports the death of Lie Elliot from consumption on Wednesday. J F Rush opened a photograph cutlery shop in the city.
The county commissioners approved applications of ex Confederates for pensions ledgers list names including Thomas McBride and John B Morgan and Hillsboro. The Wave district Christian Endeavor convention is set for April with attendance from various groups. A docket update notes murder cases scheduled for trial in the coming term and civil appeals proceedings affecting the Junction area and contempt orders in local courts.
In Greenville Texas February 1% a contempt found against Hunt County commissioners and the county in an injunction suit moving through Dallas appeals. The Dallas higher court ordered a halt and directed the attorneys for plaintiffs to proceed, citing an order for appearance and compliance. The case centers on county actions and civil proceedings pending before the higher court.
Illinois Batavia considers waving its plant to another site. Chicago Heine Pickle company seeks a new location for a branch factory. Northville Dowes works looks to move its plant. Rochester William A Coon leads Expansive Tree Protector in seeking a factory site. Burlington Harmer & Co industry open to relocate their lumber and millwork operations.
Loree Stone rolled to the railroad track as a passenger train due at 2 pm ran about eight hours late. A large stone fallen on the track at Canyon bridge derailed the pony lines and wrecked cars, killing and injuring several aboard.
Port Arthur lynching investigation yields eight first degree murder indictments plus eleven misdemeanor and two felony charges. Names withheld. Canada to seek release on writ. Also reports marriage notices and Edward O'Neil death in Beaumont with details on his career and burial plans.
Davis is freed on bond after a court of appeals mandate, restoring pretrial position. Bishop Kinsolving to visit St Mark's Episcopal on March 18 for confirmations. rector Bleker to meet those joining the class. Opera hour program on February 2 by Miss B Bruce Ligion, under Daughters of the King.
Old children appear aged beyond their years with thin faces and sober manners. The Emulsion is promoted as filling hollow places, increasing weight, and restoring a healthy color to the cheeks, with continued improvement after use. Get shorts.
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