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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1902
Page
3
A heated Senate committee debate centers on Tillman and McLaurin in South Carolina over patronage and alleged influence. Republicans push for restraint while Democrats seek nonpartisan discipline. The panel plans to refer the issue to a subcommittee and meet Friday to consider action.
The House appointed Payne Dalzell and Richardson as conferees after disagreement on the Philippines tariff bill. Senate amendments to lower duties and relinquish control were rejected. a conference was set to reconcile differences. Payne proposed revisions and Richardson offered a proviso on foreign territory status for the archipelago. Conferees were named with Dalzell and Richardson among them.
A friendly, high-spirited contest unfolds among Dallas Democrats as four cities Galveston San Antonio and Fort Worth vie for hosting the congressional convention. State officials and prominent party leaders converge for the executive committee meeting, with no anticipated friction despite the rivals’ strong showings.
In Terarkano February 26 Charles and Todd announce their candidacy against Judge John J. Sheppard, incumbent in the First district. Todd withdraws citing Judge Sheppard's severe illness and the public sympathy it inspires, saying it would be improper to campaign while Sheppard struggles for life.
Denton Texas February 24 report shows Democratic platform demand for unified county primaries for State offices faces talk and potential date change from April 19. Opposition cites costs to late-declaring county candidates if state committee sets an earlier date. Executive committee paused action. chairman may reconvene if needed. County chairman Meade Sullivan to be notified of the new election location by the local committee.
Brenham notes deny calls to row for senator and claim district fairness while Washington reports public interest. In Waco the mayoral race heats up with incumbent J W Rigins facing General Felix H Robertson as primaries approach Tuesday.
The Senate, crowded with spectators, resumes discussion on a key case with Chairman Harrows of the privileges and elections committee unable to report a decision. The body adjourns after a motion to pause, with plans for memorial exercises by the McKinley group and a set time tomorrow for further action.
A F Batson, wanted for alleged complicity in the Welsh La Bart family murder, was arrested by Sheriff Cook in Princeton Mo and held in the county jail. He said he would return to Louisiana without a requisition, after a visit to his mother near Bolchard. Requisition papers are being sought to transfer him.
Dr H F Curry of Seabroth plans lumber and water for a ferry across Cedar Creek. Groundwork and foundation for new lumber plant underway. construction overseen by Whith and S S Ball. Aldermen meeting yields no action amid city political strains. Kirkland refuses to hand over books after court ouster and mayoral reappointment. Election atmosphere heats to April 1.
Beginning March first the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe will install a 6 car passenger train on the Somerville Beaumont branch making a stated fare each way. The division has been working from Conroe to Navasota.
National League clubs weigh terms amid a Spalding faction election dispute. Court方向 looms as sides seek compromise to avoid lost revenue with season approaching. Dreyfuss signals no push to join the American League this year.
Harsh OCR lists numerous horses and runners at Saint Cuthfort,Kattle, Weather cleart, Emily Oliver, Diddy, Bix Turbage, Agatha, Star Cotton, May Aller, and others. Notes mile,event times, and gate details across various furlongs with names like Crosby, Vail Dante, Corinne, and Ringed horses, in a dense card style.
King Edward visits Kempton Park to watch Grand National candidate Ambush run in a two mile race. Ambush wins as crowds erupt in wild enthusiasm marking the king’s return to racing since Victoria’s death and his accession. The report notes the event followed by a later Philadelphia boxing result at a separate venue.
Seguin Texas February 26 Crinmad Trevit a mill worker was killed instantly when a wheel burst at the new mill His head was split open a four pound wheel weight struck him Mr Troeil a leading Seguin businessman leaves a wife and five children.
In Bonham region on February 26 George Busford died when a well being dug at Danner, a small locale north of Bonham, caved in. Rescue efforts followed as officials investigated the incident and the altered wall collapsed around the worker.
The D. R. Wingate Lumber mill near Orange suffers a major fire causing total losses estimated around 840,000 with insurance coverage of 25,000 on the mill and 41,000 on lumber. Over 100 workers lose their jobs as the plant’s future remains uncertain. In Waco, a separate blaze consumes barns belonging to Fogene Farley and Mrs. Whitander, with a local horse killed and flames spreading rapidly before they were checked.
A Thornton dwelling fire destroyed most interiors around 2 o'clock. Foster, a local resident, reported furniture losses totaling about 4000 with insured coverage of 200. Authorities note the incident occurred on February 2 during a thin evening.
In Nacogdoches Texas on February 26 reports say five week old companies are organizing and ready to drill. Four rigs operate south of Melrose thirteen miles east of town, with more to come. Lands are cheap and large enough to meet demand as enthusiasm grows for regional development. A Port special from New York lists Texans visiting the city including J Barer of Nacogdoches and J S Meeker of Denton among others.
The French count De Lucena is convicted on a second trial for bigamy in El Paso Texas. He receives a sentence of three years in the penitentiary.
A fierce sandstorm swept across the desert after midnight causing extensive damage and telegraph outages. Wind disrupted communications from Texas to New Mexico with little rain accompanying the gusts. Local reports note stronger violence in New Mexico than here and reference damaged wires and communication lines.
Judge Burford of the Vateral bench issues a compromise opinion in the Choctaw Railroad Co versus Missouri Kansas Texas case over the right of way into Guthrie. He rules Choctaw has prior rights to the land but notes Missouri Kansas Texas may claim future track rights.
Saratoga Texas February 20 The oil situation is in slow but steady development Hooks No 218 down about 200 feet where drillers anchor the twelve inch casing They encountered no great trouble in going deeper and expect to push the depth further soon
Work began at West Columbia as Equitable Of Mining started drilling yesterday. Reports from the well today are very encouraging and indicate the drill is still penetrating rock after a two week stoppage. Mr John C Anies oversaw part of the work with Mr ser.
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