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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1902

Page

7

Remains of Louisa Petri and King Revealed in Funeral Plans

The article details the death tragedy involving Miss Louisa Antoinette Petri and J W King. It describes embalming, funeral arrangements at the Helmets Undertaking, a marble casket, a chiffon over, and a medal Petri valued. Relatives in Newman Georgia and Hatliege, Texas are awaiting instructions, with Father Henneany to preach. Petri, a devout Catholic, had many friends and was well regarded for her charm and talents.

Louisa Antoinette Helmet Undertaking Establishment J. W. King W. H. Can Irvine Hatleige Texas Central Road Rutledge Texas King B.C Newman Jim Relf Erin ‘Teron New Mies Pert Jaiy Springfield Mise Petri Petri Pottway Pia Bey Sbe Waom Mirtall Mr. King Patri

San Saba Irrigation Study Shapes Texas Engineering Growth

Prof. Thomas A. Taylor of the University of Texas, visiting San Saba, reports rapid expansion of engineering education with new electrical and mining departments. Regents plan a large building and anticipate high demand for skilled engineers alongside a statewide irrigation project using San Saba river water for a fertile valley. He notes water-supply investigations from Fort McHenry to the Jowelion and reports historic low Colorado River flows, with plans to survey Kerrville and San Angelo before completing the San Saba valley work.

Thomas A. Taylor Clei Engineering University of Texas Bristoll Taylor Regattta Imal Avil, Electrica Mining Engineering Pun, Vo San Baba Aytor United States Elileway Sag Salm Fort Meharitt Jowelion Telorada Mina Wardin Pis San Sabate Dros Ald Tver Arneme Rome Wil Jerel Ana Téxas Walter Mapatdiville Kerrville San Angello Tod San Saba Tyether Colorado Mar We Falls Austin

Wells Poised for Re-election as State Chairman in Texas

In Dallas on July 2, Democrats at the State Bar association meeting debate the election of the State Democratic executive committee chair. Judge James B. Wells of Brownsville is favored by many, including A. J. Peeler of Austin and I. M. Brindsfer of Denison, who say Wells deserves another term. Analysts note Galveston Showdown and North Texas influence may sway the vote, with Wells' supporters arguing he has earned the chairmanship.

Standifer Wells Dallas Texas Mable Galveston James 8. Wells Brownsville Joseph G. Corkrell State Bar Osaceration Clinirmas Wells A. J. Peeler Austin Bar Association Board of Directors Travis County Rockport Ton. I. M. Brindsfer Denison Grayson County Cameron County Lockhart Storey North Texas James B. Wella

Desperate Safe Breakers Hit McMechen West Virginia

A gang of masked burglars cracked three safes in McMechen. They looted stores and offices, secured cash and valuables, wounded Frank Heece, and fled as a neighborhood posse pursued them. A gun was leveled at Ara Gremult but he was not harmed. Police report thirty seven homes searched in pursuit.

McMetchen W. Va Frank Heece McMeechen Generalatore Frank Tttoce Alan Etore Ara Gremult Gre Hota

Cotton Bale Sold to Eustace Taylor and Shipped to New York

First Texan cotton bale of the season, weighing about 440 pounds and classed as bare strict middling, was sold to J G Currie then to Eustace Taylor and shipped to New York via the Eustace Taylor Cotton Company. President Gwathmer of the New York Cotton Exchange expressed appreciation.

Eustace Taylor & Co New York Newa Notes Galveston Texan Wallis, Landes & Co W. D. Blautzer San Patricks County Bew Ecotton Exchange Walls, Landa & Co San Patricio Mt Taylor Kuho J. G. Currie Eustace Aylor Eustace Taylor Gwathmer Xelango Tartar Aylor Bae Reestve Preaidest Gwath Merick Pa Taylor Hud Pala

Steamship Nuenes Sails from Galveston with Numerous Cabin Passengers

Travelers by sea from Galveston to New York aboard the Nuenes include B. S. Ellendorf of Port Arthur Mrs Van Hintien H. Randall Judge Fir and wife W. K. R. Allen Arch B. Wae, H. Hasden, Hagerman Beaumont Mrs W. C. Connor Jr Frank Edu ard Rovhteh J.P. Honter Norman Ringe Mrs T. L. Forgle Aus Roberts G. Kircheft Yoakum and others. The Denver set to arrive from New York west Friday.

Galveston Texas Thea Mallory Nuenes New York Ellendorf Port Artur Mra van Hintien H. &. Randall H.C. Hasden Judge Fir W. KR. Allen Aeneas Ivary San Antonio A. P Arch B. Waefon Hagerman Béaumont W. C. Connor, Jr Frank Eduard Rovhteh J.P. Honter Norman Ringe A. Forgle Aus Roberts George Aren Mesla Mins “Iiiieie Miss Curry A. Wilson

Oil mill inspectors hold second session in Galveston

In Galveston Tezon on July 2 the oil mill inspectors held a second session at the auditorium. Papers read include Fuel Of by John F Follard and Who Do Press Hoses Read the Cause and Remedy by N G J Thresken with Mr Windsor of Waco contributing. Afternoon offered recreation and a boat ride aboard the Marietta with another session planned tomorrow.

Galveston Tezon John F. Follard Parle J. Thresken Sherman Winders Wacoabe Marietta

Distressed Sperulant Reaches Galveston After Storm

The Sair 2-The Ruaalan barkentine Sperulant arrived in Galveston in distress from Hambure to Polit laabel. A strong wind tore her anchors and small boats, damaged the windlass, but the ship held. Sperulant, 102 cottons 1M feet long, 27-foot beam, will be examined and repaired. Galveston report notes possible New York-Galveston service start August 2, but officials gave no confirmation amid repeated false reports.

Galveston Texas Hambure Polit Laabel Southern Pacific New York

Galveston Court Appeals Hears Rehear Motions Amid Civil Docket

In Galveston on July 2 the Court of Civil Appeals submitted motions for rehearing in several cases including Sugarland Rally and Victoria Far Cerone W.C. Corpette. Separately, Chief John T. Howson and Miss Elia Juneman were married at 1727 Avenue H, with local police and residents noting his years of service and her popularity.

Court of Appeals Galveston Texas Court of Civil Appeals Ron Sugarland Rally Comour Va Archon Victoria Texaa John T. Hoowan Elia Juneman Avenue H

Texas Bar Association Meeting Debates Political Pressure on Judges

The Texas Bar Association gathering in Dallas featured Judge T J Brown of the supreme court arguing that primaries force judges into politics. Speakers honored past leaders, discussed reforms to divorce law and land titles, and approved annual reports while hosting a celebratory Oriental Hotel reception for visiting members.

Dallas Texas Texae State For Association Carnegiebrary James B. Stubbs St. Gaines Thomas J. Brown Supreme Court Thomas M. Campbell Palestine Grneral YT Boeese Auelio M. M. Crane Tercay Fely Stubbs John N. Henry Dwill Bar Ostation Menos Henry Philippines Stulipe Caba Db Revtora John L. Peeler Agatin T. J. Brown Fay Tadge Brown Sieronigy T. Heese Texin Mace Stewart Galveston Hyo Clee Stewart Loral Bar Association Oriental Bote MM Crewe Potter Gaineseille Jude

Street Fight at El Paso Leaves One in Critical Condition

In El Paso a street brawl between two prominent local figures erupted this afternoon. Campbell, a well known ex postmaster and property man, sustained a serious head injury and is reported in critical condition. His rival, Bravens, a Republican and former mayoral candidate, faced police separation as physicians tended Campbell.

Perresmasre Campbell Texas Fi Paso Horges BF Bravens Republcan Roberto Paarl Klasoo Edgar.ry Charses Inobell Sr Stevens Poucetan Stevey Stevene Justeen Oldshausen el Paso Anil

Prohibition Election Contest In Hearne Texas

In Hearne Texas July 2 a prominent Beloon man from Marquez traveled to Belton to oppose the prohibition election. Antiprohibitionists contested the vote in Leon County where eighty-one votes were invalidated due to misprinted wording. The result favored prohibition by twenty-one votes.

Hearne Texas Lanear Marquez Fearne Belton

Deputy Federal Clerks Named in Eastern District of Texas

Sherman Texas July 2 The newly appointed United States clerks of the circuit court for the Eastern district of Texas name deputy clerks at Sherman These include A Seistarus Bente 2 Haler Dora Gray W KE Singleton Parle John BR Dail ey and A O Brackett with details indicating their assignments and locations per the random OCR.

Sherman Texas United States District of Circuit Seaistarus Bente Haler Dora Gray Jereson W. KE. Singleton Parle John BR. Dailey

Merchant Killed in Foremass Texas Altercation

J BR McCroggins, head of McCroggins and Cummings hardware firm at Foremass ten miles from here, was killed in the streets of Foremass on July 2 after a dispute with an employee who was arrested. Local authorities report the incident occurred amid ongoing trouble between the men.

Foreman Texarkana Texas J. BR. McCroggins Hardware Frm McCroggins & Cummings Foremass Oabotgir diMlcuke

Family Strives Against Illness Through Grape-Note Nourishment

A letter recounts a family’s struggle as a husband bedridden by illness seeks recovery with grape note, while their delicate child improves after using the same nourishing food. The writer credits strong kin bonds and food as pivotal to resilience during sickness and hardship.

American Woman Figures in Sordid European Marriages

Fragmentary account describes American women gaining titles through marriages and court connections. It cites Angela, daughter of a New York merchant, and another American woman linked to Sir Francis Brada, noting salons, parliamentary influence, and a rising social prominence amid European society.

Francis Brada Nieed Crootta Sostampton Iask Rogiand Blin

USEFUL HINTS ON HOME REMEDIES AND CLEANING

A garbled list offers tips for removing hiccups of stains from silverware with borax and salt, cleaning plants with water and flowers, and preserving freshness of flowers with a caltlepeter like paste. It also mentions washing and wiping methods and cautions about wearing down grain.

Unanimous German Proposition at Ward Schools Debate

A board meeting discussed a proposal to teach German in ward schools. Proponents argued language benefits and future opportunities for pupils, while opponents warned it would waste time and money if not properly integrated.

Hohe CrUuMteen Cohen Trace Bonanza Wigan Gormatt Germad Taut Orieniien Lanier Invstuahia Echoml Fies

German Citizens Consult on Ward School Study

A large meeting at Menominee Hall discussed studying ward school curricula to inform a plan for high school admission. Deputations urged continuing instruction and recitation, with resolutions to be presented to the school board.

Proter pRamat Aropp Ward Soma Fons Ormann Meitaliane Were Ado A 4 Spe Bourd Eheal Truutey Ln T Iy Ag Ving Deel Hoo Langorge

Prominent German Leader Voices Public Opinion

A noted German civilian figure voiced sentiment on a national issue, reflecting popular opinion amid political tensions. The statement signals growing concern about leadership direction and the public mood during a period of debate and uncertainty.

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