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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1900
Page
3
Fragmentary report notes a Reichstag interpellation by national liberals asking steps by the government over British seizure actions and neutrality rights. Mentions possible coalition moves, international pressure from Belgium and the Netherlands, and references to naval strength and economic measures. Includes medical death notices and casualty listings from January and November.
A garbled Washington record lists numerous generals and soldiers with regiments and dates, noting illnesses and deaths such as dysentery, pneumonia, cerebral hemorrhage and malaria. The fragment references Manila and various infantry and cavalry units with sporadic place names and dates.
An advertisement touts electric pills by Dr Hallock promising to cure nervous decline and restore strength, vitality, and normal function for men and women. It claims improved nerves, vigor, and stamina, with price details and free offers.
The Tribune notes Thomas Sharkey, noted pugilist, recovering from injuries after a bout described as severe. Reports say the early fight left him with a dislocated shoulder and slow progress toward recovery, with medical care ongoing.
The article reports on chaotic play and multiple battles between teams led by Texan players as the Fighting Chickens and others collide in a lengthy tournament. Results are mixed with dramatic clashes and last minute shifts impacting final standings.
The Radhs and oprenis Langery six oir Native and Belle of Memphin won the only tag in a muddy, windy mile run. Weather hindered times but the field included Alex Kindred and Budorpla with notable finishes. Time listed as 1:40 in a rough report from the event.
Fragmentary horse racing entry shows names such as Ladyster Kila Boland and Andriutieun with times like Five turns and Six turns. Numerous misspellings obscure events and placements, leaving an incomplete pace and lineup.
Foreign policy mentions in Havana Lisbon and Barcelona reflect unsettled events. A deadly incident in Mindteen township leaves six dead and many wounded amid a broader regional unrest. Portugal faces pressure over potential territorial concessions. Leo XIII’s transatlantic group arrives in Barcelona with Spanish figures.
The Sinth District Texas announces Hon M H Gusmets of Kaufden as a candidate to succeed Congressman Burke. In the field are Judge BR EB Burke Hon Dudley G Wooten Hal as Hon M H Goscett Kaufman and Hon Jobs C Pitts Kiltsboro. A table shows county vote totals and delegates with forty four votes needed for selection.
Counts and Countez Hons de Castellane are en route to the United States and will stay with Mr and Mrs George Gould during their short visit. A Washington dispatch notes Representative J T Ruppert will represent New York in the Democratic congressional delegation committee, replacing Amos J Cummings who has long served on the panel.
An Atlantic dispatch reports growing rifts in the Republican stance on Puerto Rico. Leaders like Foraker and Cooper press for maximal representation, while McKinley weighs a measured approach to governance and local assembly elections. The note traces sugar planters’ opposition to free trade provisions and mentions ambassadorial shifts and a Spanish minister’s ties to financial dealings in the era.
A report draft discussed by James Goula Sehurman, president of the Philippine commission, outlines a hybrid government for the Philippines after peace. It favors an American style legislature with partly appointive, partly elective elements under a strong governor and provincial subdivisions, plus native adaptation as literacy grows.
The heirs of Haym Salomon prepare to press a claim in Congress for $4000 believed due for services to the war of independence. The petition to the United States dates back to 1805, with Salomon noted as a Franke native and ally of Pulaski and Kosciuszko. He came to America as a merchant and was imprisoned by the British in New York in 1773 before escaping and acting as a war subsidy negotiator and trader for the colonies.
George F. Hollis former United States consul at Cape Town under Harrison writes to Pantowl hall organizers in Boston supporting the Boers. He criticizes British policy in the Transvaal and praises Kruger as patient and principled while noting English missteps and press controversy.
In New York on January 11 British official notices restrict export of carbolic acid 100 per cent noting Worle London agents warn supply from Britain will vanish. Dri grists fear shortages. demand climbs as war effects push prices up and force import shifts to Germany and England while quinine demand rises for armies in Sayeth Atlee.
A Washington dispatch notes Congress may cut taxes next year by abolishing stamps on express and telegraph firms and lowering brewery duties. The Treasury suggests delaying large reductions until business conditions improve, with House action uncertain and revenue needs debated by the Ways and Means Committee.
A Washington to Philadelphia dispatch cites a vouched claim that Andrew Carnegie authorized HMWC to fund cable tolls for a speech to Filipino leaders. The speaker denies directing the cable and argues sympathy is unnecessary, urging restraint and reconciliation while praising the audience for understanding the need to follow advised conduct.
Soldiers from Fort Monroe and local citizens clashed at Rollus early today. Joseph M. Newlan was killed after a quarrel with Myen and others in the Indianea House. Corporal Brown was earlier wounded by Joe Allan the Dewey House bartender in a separate incident.
Shanghai December 23 Correspondence notes that on November 10 the empress dowager issued a decree appointing Li Hungchang viceroy of Kwan Tung and Kwang Seo provinces with his capital at Canton. He replaces Viceroy Kien who was forced out, Li handles the vexatious situation.
Fragmentary lines recount a state in distress across ten counties and a French government envoy under orders by an empress. The text hints at shifts in territorial control and a crackdown led by Li Hung Chang, with references to military actions and removals.
The narrative records a routine city council session in Brentiam Texas on January 18 with no major agenda items noted. It mentions social events at Dr and Mrs Tra tram residence, Euchre club gatherings, a Baptist Young People's meeting, and various local notices including veterinary visits, cattle inoculations, and railway contractor activity.
Reports from Grimes County Texas describe smallpox cases on Scott prairie and nearby Anderson Navarola Fort Stockton and Cleburne areas. Health officials note several suspected cases and warn of potential spread while advising cautious containment.
Dr Milner investigated a rural cluster eight cases of illness near Caddo Mills Texas after a neighborhood party. Local families including M Fovier J W Lyle W W Lithwran and Raab Foster are affected. A physician misdiagnosed chickenpox but Dr Milner confirms smallpox and plans isolation to curb spread.
Fragmented local notes report Hubert White’s son facing counterfeit money issues near Mount Vernon, Jaron Witmer’s religious visit in Louisville, farm weather concerns, Homer Orr’s accidental death while working, and a Byars shooting indictment. The Evening Chronicle notes a new cooperative daily in Waco and a murder case update in Pflugerville.
Fragmented OCR reports court proceedings and local notices from Hamwood Gonzales and surrounding areas. Mentions jurors, a fire victim, a baptism of a baby, and various residents facing legal or civic matters as the jury convenes and officials note proceedings.
Officials report General Wheeler has submitted his resignation and will return to the United States, citing health and personal reasons. A damaged dispatch notes inquiry into the cause of a mysterious ravine incident and mentions ongoing probes.
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