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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1902
Page
8
The schedule lists arrivals and departures at Grand Central Depot and Central Denar with services on Sundays. It notes multiple lines including RK MK T and G G 8 5 BR BR with special Sunday arrivals and depots along Grand Central Avenue.
Defendant Coley Cleveland admitted to bond set at fifteen thousand dollars in the district court trial for the murder of Gus Ogburn in Brazoria County. Cites transfer of the case from the Forty-seventh to the Thirty-seventh District Court amid procedural delays.
The Sugar Land Texas sheriff’s department reports a four year old light bay mare branded on the left hip Wey f was stolen. The mare wore working clothes. a ten dollar reward is offered for her recovery and the arrest and conviction of the thief. A. Anderson, Sheriff.
Orange Texas February 27 Dr Patillo longtime local resident died in Orange yesterday from paralysis of the heart aged 72 He was born in the county and his father George A Vatillo came from Virginia to help settle the area The funeral will be held at Duncan Weeds cemetery Mr C F Panosess general manager of Orange and Wio gare Lumber companies plans to resume operations at the Orange Lumber mill next Monday with a double crew to reemploy many workers affected by recent shutdowns.
Mr W W Melly of the Agricultural and Mechanical College at Bryan agreed to yield Greenville next Monday and deliver an address at the court house in West through T L Meller. Industrial poster by J W Chathoun advertises the event in Went County.
W H Field from the San Antonio and Aransas Pass is slated to become secretary and treasurer after Major E F Cave resigns from the Houston and Texas Central. Field, about years old, has long served with Aransas Pass and earlier held roles across Houston and Texas Central holdings.
Former Governor Mogg of Texan wan attends a dinner in Cadogan Square, London hosted by Mrs Henry Halg. Attendees include Mrs Ogilvie Haig, the Countess Craven, Sir Francis Konlits, Sir Nigel Kingscole, the Comptroller of the King’s household, the Marquis of Northampton, Miss Moriel Wilson, Lady Freisa Corti, the Countess of Cullo Deo, and Sir Edward Hamilton.
The Houston and Texas Central announces a change in its clerical setup with Wilkinson elevated to chief rate clerk, affecting Thomas H L Lawrence’s role. Lawrence will report to Wilkinson, signaling an overhaul in the rate clerk positions.
The notice states that attendees of the reunion will receive ample accommodation on a special line operated by the company. Arrangements are completed and a comfortable setup is described with sheltered cars on a short turn within the street car system for safe, pleasant travel. Water and fresh supplies will be provided for passengers during the event.
Mal Wilkinson appointed chief rate and division clerk at Southern Pacific grid Manston and Texac Central lines. The loaned circular yesterday announced the appointment, effective from date. Wilkinson has long held the position of chief rate clerk at Southern Pacific.
W. W. Prickett of Smithfield describes a cancer on his fore, treated by Halford's Snow Liniment, which relieved pain and caused the cancer to disappear. He credits the remedy with complete healing and high faith in its efficacy. Advertisement by A. EF. Kicaling.
A correspondent writes about feeling weak and low spirited and praises Morbine and Herbine as cures. He claims one bottle removed his symptoms after persistent illness and criticizes spending on other remedies. He references A. J. Klew OR's as seller.
Mrs B W Evans of Clearwater reports a cure for consumption using Jard’s Horehound Syrup after doctors said it was hopeless. She says a bottle kept in the house last year helped and still helps, noting itsa effectiveness against colds and roughs. Prices listed as 256, 600 and 81.0 per bottle at A B E Kiewing’s.
A group from Iowa arrives at Timpson Texas aboard a train with several carloads of livestock farming gear and hundred or more people. They plan to settle and cultivate rice, purchasing thousands of acres and engaging in local development with railroad negotiations underway. The welcome party includes guards and a committee to push for a Texas route connecting to major lines.
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers held a closed session in Denison Texas with Chief Arthur indicating no wage discussion at this May meeting. He described the gathering as a thorough exchange of ideas aimed at understanding the order and duties, with no agenda for immediate railroad wage changes.
A letter from S H C Allington of Nashua New Hampshire praises a remedy labeled Dofty s Pure Malt Whiskey for curing pneumonia and weakness after multiple illnesses and doctor visits. The ad claims the whiskey strengthens the system, stops coughs and fevers, and boosts heart health. It includes warnings against counterfeit tins and offers a postal order deal from Duffy s Pure Malt Whiskey Co. Rochester NY.
A west wind drove a prairie fire north of Plainview Hale County Texas on February 27. The blaze burned about nine miles long and three miles from town, threatening cattle barns and feed stores but no lives or homes were lost. Thousands of dollars of cattle feeds and buildings were destroyed.
The Oak Lawn and Magnolia Railway prepares for summer traffic with line repairs and park maintenance. General Manager Mistane says improvements at Magnolia Park will be announced, and several dances and concerts have begun. a Sunday schedule will be issued for weekend travelers.
The International and Great Northern reports a spark control improvement. General Yard Master Canes says the new switches reduce fire risk and property damage while sustaining locomotive performance and efficiency.
Rates on both fourth class and B freight rise by 2 cents per 10 pounds starting Monday March 4. The changes follow a jointly agreed schedule among Western freight lines and cover New York origin shipments along with carloads and articles classified under fourth class. The notice appears in The Pent and reflects prior published terms. Columbia, Texas February 27 reports ongoing Canal Belt projects and potential right of way developments near Bay City toward Columbia as the discussion continues.
Terrell Texas February 26 J Z Leith long time general freight and passenger agent of the Texas And Gulf railroad will retire his post at St Louis The note hints at changes and potential shifts toward wireless telegraphy but offers few concrete details
In Galveston on February 27 crews tentatively blocked by a South Pacific plot worry as wires and power lines for a sewer house conveyor system were to be finished. The Post notes the Tidewater Light and Power Company arranged to supply power for the operation while ships prepare for the New York Galveston voyage.
Fragmentary report describes a collision or attack near an Avenue after noon. Wrecked vehicles and multiple occupants including four daughters and a driver are mentioned with seriously injured individuals and references to names and titles. details are unreadable due to damaged text.
Fort Worth hosts the State Oratorical Association event focusing on a contest set for April. The program includes judges from Texas and notes a preliminary competition at the meeting in Fort Worth.
Road committees in Quanah announce plans to clear buildings on the southern terminal grounds. Work is described as imminent and will halt a branch from the daylight road toward the Acme cement works.
A garbled note outlines a meeting about a cannery project and coal work near Garrison Garvland and Vixsad Peteaany dated March. The text mentions attempts to confirm details and upcoming decisions, with a nearby organization referenced as AONE TOI.
The text lists several transportation and railway figures visiting cities like San Antonio Galveston Houston and Palestine. Names include J Lewis C Thompson Z A Lovell T C Rofer HM Jork and others. Mentions of agencies Iron Mountain Hijels Central International and Great Northern and a Baldwin Melctile company appear in transit related movements.
An Gier offers to plant flowers shrubs and sod to beautify the triangle near the city. He agrees to fence and pay part of the project cost and asks approval from Beaumont council. Fifty telephones were installed after an electric night wire incident. Thieves stole watches and jewelry from B Williams store on Crockett street. property valued at symbolically $00 with burglars likely using a key.
The text references Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup and various cures for children's ailments. It appears as a garbled note listing remedies and brand names with unclear context or dates.
Fragmentary report cites an expert named Mally tolosy predicting grain crops may be free from pests and mentions February dates and a state entomologist.
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