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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1901

Page

3

Wells Near Oil Stratus Tests in Hill County

In Texas on July 1, oil ventures on the Hill proceed as major firms buy 들어 on Heights and plan tests near the Seld well. The Buffalo Ol company and partners push a 2600 to 3000 foot sink with chances of extending to 5000 feet. Observers note potential for a new oil era if the test proves fruitful, with widespread demand for drilling gear and casing.

Sayers Grimes County Brota Texas Andrew Dow Lock McDaniel Milby Grimes County Cloul Company Naypasta Houston McDaniel Lamb

Trading in Oil Stocks on Houston Exchange Brightens

Yesterday's Houston Oil and Stock Exchange session showed robust activity with hot bidding across well known issues. Beaumont Confederated rose above Tuesday's prices as Dozens of shares changed hands in mixed trades while Beattie, Grace, Buffalo and Waterprise stocks saw varied demand and prices.

Houston Oil and Stost Exchange Beatty ITV Cown Rendal Beaumont Grace Efivka Anne Rives Asko Antra Renu Pet Columbia Cereree Comat Ridge Esau Texas Peeves Balers Dritlers Cras de Casey Daman Cneeeesa Vacass Houston-Beaumont Henman Billilagton Fe _ hee Madeline Manhattan Muscat Texan New York Saratoca iMan Thompann Blow Ant Milling Co Rou Take & Springs Co Wharton Millaod & Co Manhattan Hm National Is National Nts Houston Oil and Stock Exchange Milscelaneia Snd Bour Lake

Oil vein found at Herndon well near Mound Texas

The Herndon well at Mound Texas has struck a small vein of oil after days of pumping. Local investors including Cummings of Centralia Kansas and Gagend of Mound Oil Co. reported oil flowing from the bottom of the shaft and insisted the deposit is real. A derrick is being erected near Terrell as managers foresee further drilling and potential production.

Herndon Mound Texas Cummings Centralia Kan. D Beaumont Kansnai Cump Damon Mound Oleorm B.L. Gagend Oil Company Alvin J. A T, My Rowse Towa Gillan Tt. Sharp Pievers F. M. Har- Ngleton EB. Masterson Dr Lowers Kneedville George Melgard Frank Faickey Columbia Marvy Mr. Mulcahy Biatonia

Independent oil producers of Texas order two steel oil steamers

James M. Goffer leads Texas independent oil producers in contracting Neafle & Leer Stip and Euglie Bulline of Philadelphia to build two steel oil steamers for transporting Babine Pass oil. Each ship to have vast capacity in the SOCOM gallons range.

Independant Oil Producers of Texas Philadelphia Independent Oil Producers of James M. Goffer Neafle & Leer Stip Euglie Bulline Company Babine Pass Weangla SOCOM

Beaumont Asphalt Demonstrated to Be of Good Quality

Senator Charles A Towne of Minnesota and Beaumont figure prominently in New Orleans and Beaumont oil industry circles. He toured Beaumont and St Charles yesterday with Stephen M Beott and Henry editor of the Clarion Ledger. Towne's ventures span asphalt refining and oil related enterprises as he plans additional large industries.

Ho Henry Clarion Ledner Jackson, Mins Senator Towne Beaumont Fle Fa Central Asphalt and Hefining Company Lsst Towne Plesquneo Beagmost Reokolly

Asphalt and oil fuels spark formal debate in Chicago

A Senate inquiry discusses asphalt and petroleum fuels for streets with Chicago experiments showing economical methods. Report details composition of asphalt bond and lamination oil yields, citing Lucas well data and higher efficiency claims. Senators and J Beott depart for Memphis to advance related enterprises.

Pawl Klehiy Chicago Boeaumont Oli Senator J. Beott Jase Memiptia

Dayton field well progress spurs oil boom near Dayton Texas

Lumber for the Guffey Well is on the ground half a mile north of Dayton at the Ed Pruett bend. J. M. Guffey company crews from Beaumont prepare derricks as machinery arrives. Land values rise as drilling nears, with Turck company at McGowan also starting boring and preparing equipment for full operation.

Guffey Dayton Texas J. M. Gufffey Company Ed Pruett Beaumont Mirrow Anid Turkr McGowan's Tolluy

Vein Oil Strike Near St Jo Teases Montague County Field

Report from St Jo Texas notes a shallow oil vein drilled by Davis & Co broke through at about 350 feet, with a stronger flow later. the nearby Vinton well remains jammed at 449 feet, preventing pipe withdrawal and forcing temporary abandonment.

Grimes County Oil Demonstration Includes Makeshift Contraption

In Navinots Texas on July 10 John A Cap Jen showcases a homemade contraption in his office. The device, using kerosene and a wick, is a crude demonstration of local Grimes county oil operations and potential outcomes for the area.

Grimes County Oil Navinots Texas John A. Cap Jen Cameo & Roses Grimes County Atu

Weather Outlook for Texas and Territories

Portly cloudy Thursday with probable showers. Friday shows variable winds and mostly fresh southerly on the Gulf coast. In the Indian Territory and nearby regions expect warm conditions with variable winds through Friday.

Washington Texas Gost Qhlahoms Indian Territory

Richmond Water Works appoints new general manager

In Richmond Texas a new general manager has been elected for the Richmond Water Works Company. Details are unclear due to partial OCR text but the nomination and duties are noted alongside upcoming scheduling for maintenance and oversight responsibilities.

Richmond Texas Ransom Min Oger Richmond Water Works Leonseth

Millions to be given away by Carnegie in future benefactions

New York on June 1 reports Andrew Carnegie plans to distribute vast wealth to public causes. He told New York Chamber of Commerce members at Skibo that future gifts could fund universities, art galleries, science institutes, and educational institutions while keeping details flexible and unannounced.

New York Andrew Cattegie Carnegie Skibecoxtie New York Chamber of Commerce England Mr. Carnegie Skibogoxtle Hotole Carvegle Cargogle Free Lites Tien Siher Cornegie Iy Ie Haw Lin

Government expert heads to Texas to study Johnson grass

Carleton B. Ball of the U S Department of Agriculture travels from New Orleans to Texas to conduct experiments on Johnson grass. He visits the Grunewald and mentions methods to destroy the weed while noting its potential hay value and the need for careful plowing and timing to prevent seed spread.

Texas New Orleans Picayune Carleton BR. Ball United States Department of Dericulture Kolbe Grunewald Southern Pacific Awetin Port Worth Mr. Ball Jonnson Gras Beth

New Passenger Depot Under Construction in Cameron

Workmen began raising the new San Antonio and Aransas Pass railroad passenger depot in Cameron, opposite the current crossing. The first class building includes separate waiting rooms and tile rooms. Funds are raised by popular subscription for the grounds, with others unable to contribute barred from viewing.

Cameron Texas San Antonio and Aransas Ping Railroad Mpc Todd Houston Sulth Eee Migs Mogme Calvert Visting Lula May Hofler Crawford Iy Jack Bones Qet

Bryan City Council Grants Fire Company Tax Exemption

At a July meeting the Bryan Texas city council passed an order exempting fire company members from the special street tax. Delegates to the Methodist district conference are Prof J H Alten Prof J L Connell Prof lrace South and Dr C M Doss, with the meeting set for Madisonville this week. Will Bell and another resident are recuperating, and there are notes of travel and family visits including Mr and Mrs James H Webb visiting Culver.

Bryan Texas J. H. Alten Connell Lrace South C. M. Doss Methodist District Conference Madisonville

Graves County Musical Convention Elects Officers

The Graves County musical convention met at Bethel Church for its longest session, electing LM. Cook as president Marion Ferguson as vice president and H.W. as secretary and treasurer for the coming year. Lee was mentioned among attendees.

Graves County Musical Convention Bryan Texas Braves County Musical Convention Bethel Church LM. Cook Marion Ferguson H.W Lee

Movement of Ocean Vessels Arrivals and Departures

Shipping notices detail vessels arriving from New York Liverpool and London including Connie from New York for Galveston and Port Arthur Louisiana and Bergetaeren from Livingston. Several ships sail for New York Galveston Rotterdam and other ports.

We the Post Key West Fla Coneclin New York Vnd Galgreaton Port Bade Bergetaeren Livingston Follee Navi Fator Liverpool Collen Mexican Porte Costa Tean Bra Barbadoes Heverty Port Linan Coman Uek Cetha Chalnyecte Hayanasonne Port Liman Fastin Hatterdan Newport News Echooner L. N. Dantaler Prontern Moxico Comal Galven Too Rio de Janeiro Sallls Galeecon Matpsty Hosten Arrivgd Ginagow Boutomne Amsterdam Rotterdam

Endeavorers Adjourned After International Convention

The International Convention of the Society of Christian Endeavor closed in Cincinnati on July 10. Attendees, though not meeting full expectations, celebrated the week with songs and fellowship. President Clark and Secretary Byers expressed satisfaction with the gathering and its spiritual blessings.

Cincinnat Oslo Society of Christian Endeavor Byer

Charbon In Mississippi Action At State College Farm

Governor Lang and Prof J C Roberts visited the State Agricultural and Mechanical college then left for Sandy Bayvon convict farm in Sharkey county where chron hoe appeared among the state mules. Dispatches say virus precursors encountered and telegrams sent seeking aid. a supply is expected tomorrow.

Jackson, Miss Lang, Inc J. C. Roberts State Agricultural and Mechanical College Sandy Bayvon Sharkey County

Water Stream Destroys Dow A Stages in Town

A blurred report describes a four inch water flow used to disrupt a local event. Fire engines responded as the crowd scattered and a scene near a dowel or Dowlette structure ended with the area secured by responders. No injuries are stated.

Abe Qey John Alexander Dowle Fertip Pleaneton

Smith Succumbed to Injuries After Night Attack

Byetmin Verses July Ji Boali died at his home on East Mulberry Street shortly after nightfall. Smith, a clan member, was involved in a deadly incident and had been questioned on assault to murder but now faces a murder charge. The defendants were moved to Mowe for burial and J B Nowles faces murder proceedings.

Smith Byetmin Ji Boali East Mulberry Street Soraxin Mowe J.B. Nowles

Machinery for Nacogdoches Field Progress

Nacogdoches Texas July 0 The Climinoe Ol company received several carloads of pipe for expansion. One derrick stands near completion and ground machinery ready to commence work. The next well is slated for Dere d on Mire oA. near Chinen Creek, with oil flowing from a sink sufficient to supply the neighborhood.

Nacogdoches Texas Cronmeile Chinen

Local cattle disease report from Jasper County Texas

In Jasper County Kirbyville Texas on July 10 reports of suppressed chordon in a wall area near Buns. The condition has affected several cows and calves with signs of faintness and illness observed among the herd.

Charton Jasper County Kirbyville Texas Buns Thin Jasper) County

La Grange Street Fair Plans Under Review

La Grange board of trade has appointed a committee to investigate the feasibility and methods of organizing a street fair in the twin city in the near future.

la Grange la Grange Board of Trade

Texas Wonder Cure Alleged for Kidney and Bladder Ailments

Beaumont report claims Hall's Great Discovery treats kidney and bladder issues in children and adults. testimonial from ex-mayor W. Ives says he used the remedy and recommends it. bottle advertised by Hall’s Soli manufacturer and Houston Drug Company with mail order offer.

Hall Beth Vernon Wall EW Hall Solinufacturer All Travelers Houston Drug Company Beaumont Lairt W. A. Ives

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