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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1902

Page

2

Weather and World Events in Brief

A chaotic scene in Chicago as freight handlers strike halts business while railroads show resolve. Armored trains robbers strike the Denver Rio Grande near Chester Colorado. C W Lewis of Houston found fatally cut in Philadelphia. Sir Michael Hicks Beach resigns as Chancellor. Crowds mourn Lord Pauncehope in Brooklyn. Lord Cadogan retires as lord lieutenant of Ireland. Victor Emmanuel visits St Petersburg amid Italian politics. France reports no disturbances on National Day. Thomas Lipton plans to challenge for the America’s Cup.

Chicago Rovers Rallroniis Ion Uo Denver and Rio Grande Chester Colo C. W. Lewis Houston Philadelphia Michael Hicks-Beach Orulkar Brooklyn Har Lord Pauncefote Ras South Corpton Bart Cadogan Lord Heutenant Ireland Elbe Victor Emmanuel Italy St. Petersburg Nesta France Thomas Lipton Weath

War and politics update with officer reassignments

Secretary Hootne reiterates instruction to Governor Taft on friars. General Chaffee is reassigned to command in the Philippines and to the Department of the East. General Doyle to assume command at Manila. Major Gardener faced charges in the Philippines. Senator Carmack predicts Democratic campaign impacts with Superlity and other topics.

Hootne Instructiona Taft Chaffee Department of the Bast George W. Doyle Mowila Gardener Philippines Bern Orilechdhone Dylxolth Carmack Sayn Tosus

Political alignments shape control in Kaw City convention

A fragmented convention scene in Kaw City sees Geveral elected chairman of the Stwie communion with limited opposition. Galveston plank gains momentum as candidates consolidate, while Sheppard secures nomination at the First district meeting in Coop ey amid shifts across North Texas and the Indian Territory. A bankruptcy petition is filed at Wilsonville by FA, Weomethad, formerly of Ohio.

Geveral Kawess Pintferts Tionga Welle Galveston Waen Sheppard Coopey North Texas Indian Territory Finlvéston Ohia

Brighton and Dolwar Park highlight chaotic baseball action

Disjointed report traces mixed results from Brighton Beach and Dolwar Park with teams including Wroth and Whitington Park Farm. It notes attempts at victory, mentions rival clubs and shifting venues, and references a long string of unclear game outcomes across several locations.

Detroit Blue Ribbon Opane Kid Chamber of Commerce Etake Brighton Beach Binnyr Chattanwgo Nashville New Orleoon

Market schemes proposed for new town hall and market house

Reading text describes multiple plans for a new market house and city hall in North Texas with bids and arbitration talks. It mentions a plan of arbitration and expected meetings with a manager to align views. The fragment hints at a campaign, speculation, and a stalled project with several schemes under consideration.

van Vieck Sue Vod Fiton Sarpentem

Scrofula Traits and Common Symptoms

Scrofula is commonly inherited and affects both children and adults. Typical signs include neck swellings, abscesses, skin eruptions, inflamed eyelids, ear soreness, rickets, catarrh, wasting, and general debility.

Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills Endorsed by Satisfied User

A reader testifies to Hood's Sarsaparilla curing scrofula with eleven sores on the neck and ears. The message extols permanent cures and urges others to try the remedy based on a daughter's recovery and public promises from a local vendor.

Hood Add Mas J. H. Jones Parker Arilla

Arbitration talks on freight handlers strike and wage talks

The report outlines ongoing arbitration over wages and conditions tied to the July 7 freight handlers walkout. It notes railroad officials’ willingness to confer, past advance offers, and a portion of workers already prepared to return once calm returns.

General Managins Hlengko Regan Cele Aneh Mirethiae Onleuge Ctu

City Council Debates Over Electing Citizens and Gas Rates

Residents attended yesterday as petitions of citizens were discussed. The council held a vigorous session with mayoral notices of intention on two measures. A committee will work with the gas company to seek lower consumer rates. Eight candidates for senior teacher positions were chosen. City department workers will maintain an eight hour day including attend duties.

Shele Toame

Railroad notes: freight, construction, and convention

The Sasta Fe freight operations from Cleburne suffer from a shortage of ongtnen. The Katy plans a new line from Cenigate to Oklahoma City. The Choctaw in Oklahoma rotates leadership with W. W. Wentz Jr named general superintendent. The National Association of railroad Stock Agents holds its annual convention in Denver.

Sasta Fe Cleburne Katy Cenigate Oklahom City Oklahoma Dust W. W. Wentz National Association of Faitroad Stock Agents Denver

Dalzell Plan Sparks Strong Opposition Ahead of Encampment

The article reports intense opposition to a Dalzell backed scheme to organize a political party within the Grand Army of the Republic. Veterans fear the plan could politicize posts and undermine unity, with officials seeking to block the effort amid looming encampment debates. A related murder case is touched on as context for local unrest.

Washington Grand Army Grand Army of the Republic WIPRO Woh Millis Colonette Union Haa Habietel W Fetter Iu Gecentia Dtten Dla Vitder Tb Ani Rep Atves Ii Congo Colin Hentees Congtoma Maisor Party Tee Teale Dateeli Tonrithe Meriane Agatiet

Texan Banks Approved as Rep Agents and Postmasters Named

Senate notes list Texan banks approved as representative agents by the comptroller of the currency including City National of Dallas and South Texas National. Postmasters were appointed in several towns. new station addresses are given in Galveston Denison and Port Worth areas. Senator Culberson names W F Madden as cadet to the Naval Academy. Mrs Culberson’s illness keeps the senator in Massachusetts for several weeks.

Washington Daly Comptroller City National Dallas South Texas Tallun Ban Marena Culberson W. F. Madden Crockett Texan Naval Academy of Senator Culberson Massachusetts Culberson Te Texas

Three Begroes Arrested in Old Man Robbery Homicide

Sulphur Springs Texas July 18 Three Begroes were arrested yesterday in connection with the robbery and murder of an elderly man. Police say three suspects participated in the crime and were taken into custody for questioning and charges.

Tokken Sulphur Springs Texas Chares

Texas May Be Spared General Waller Controversy

Special to The Port says President will review the court martial findings re Major Waller amid criticism of General Jake Smith and a possible reassignment. Report notes sending Waller into jungle conditions in the Philippines and scrutiny over Smith’s prior knowledge and decisions. Two questions before the president: rehearing for Waller and Smith’s command in Texas.

Washington Jake Smith Sanur Department of Texas Chatters Waller Sailth Ing Om Mnul Dackton Plainis Messith Smith Mes Lette Ann Smith Texas

Lipton to Again Challenge for America’s Cup

London July 14 Sir Thomas Liptons arrangements to challenge for the America's Cup again are nearly complete. Working model plans are finished with draftsmen preparing drawings and the Bermuda U1 officers already engaged. Shareholders have pressed Lipton to drop the pursuit and focus on Lipton Amited but he shows signs of pursuing the contest.

London Thomas Lipton Bhamreck

Brooklyn in Port as Brooklyn arrives with Lord Pauncefote

The US armored cruiser Brooklyn arrived in Southampton with the remains of Lord Pauncefote. The body was landed at 11 o clock and received full naval honors. The widow lower the coffin to the train bound for Newark on the Trent for tomorrow’s funeral.

Southampton Eng United States Brooklyn Annapolia Lord Pauneefote Great Britain Washington Newark-on-the Trent

King Edward's Condition Update From Buckingham Palace

Bulletin on King Edward's health posted at Buckingham Palace this morning states the king's condition continues to progress satisfactorily. General condition is excellent and the wound healing well.

London King Edward Buckingham

Paine's Celery Compound Promoted Amid Pain Suffering

An advertisement touts Paine's Celery Compound as a cure for severe pain and nervous rheumatism. It cites a Mishawaka reader, Mr. Deho W. Boyd, who claims relief after using the remedy and reports weight gain and return to work.

Paline Paine

Charters Solidify Plans for Waco Based Warehouse Firms

State records note the formation of a major warehouse company headquartered in Waco and a second lumber concern in Sherman. The documents show charter approvals, principal offices, and incorporators from Waco, Sherman, and nearby counties, with initial capital stock and planned operations in Texas counties.

Waco Auatio Texas Secretary of State A. A. F Pleldor Lumtwr Company Sherman Capitil Xcook Fido Heine Corporatom Cams A. A. Plildos Wien Tony Arid McLennyn Eli Savaren Wood, Neale, Dames PT Brook of P28 Sir David of Honeton

Directors: Campbell, Mie am, McAshan and Heitmans

A partial list of directors includes Joe Campbell Cpam J G McAshan Lachregor and F A Heitmans with F Carter noted among the names.

Joe Campbell Cpam Mieam J. G. McAshan 1. Lachregor Edb F. A. Heitmans F. Carter

Agriculture in Schools at College Station July 14

The Inat Farmers congress committee presents a resolution urging the incorporation of agriculture in public schools. Members include Arthur Lefevre and J H Kerr, with Professor Lefevre to carry the proposal to the next convention in halves pay as the Louisiana department of agriculture advisor Dr A Knapp plans to attend.

Agriculture In College Station Tewaa Farmers’ Congress Arthur Lefevre Patrick Kerr J. H. Connell Gewala Wilson Aoe of Agriculture Pubtic Ools Lefevre A. Knapp Louisiana Department of Agricultues

General Wood Named Prospective Canal Commissioner

In July from Ontario New York specific names appear as General Wood is prominently mentioned as a potential head of the canal commission to oversee canal construction. The brief note indicates mutual respect among close associates amid the speculation.

Wood Baginnore Peter Bay ON. Y General Wood Renae

Do not leave home without Chamberlain’s Coilo Obolery and Diarrhoea Remedy

Do not depart without Chamberlain’s Coilo Obolery and Diarrhoea Remedy as pictured. It is handy on shipboard and can be obtained by all druggists. The tone urges readiness for travel with a practical, reassuring product description.

Ehip le Pleasent

Petition Files Large Sums Owed to Banks and Firms

A petition lists debts from banks and manufacturers across cities including Galveston Ohio and Chicago. It names major creditors such as Cuyahoga Steel and Wire and lists stock values and reorganizations, totaling hundreds of thousands with numerous named banks and companies involved.

Cuyahoga Ohio Galveston Texas Foga Steel Ciyatona Folie Wardney Hort- Man Miculaoraeirg Cuyahoga Steel and Wire Renee Cuyahoga Batts Lena Fullon Cullen Aly Oa Lion Moku & Mitahail Pittsburg National Bank of New York Art Bel Natrol Che Tank New York Sta Ny Oflent Sunes Bank of Othet Hangvet National Bank of Morehynta National Bank Cindernath Otter Sulaut Fava National’ Bank of Tresden Ote Sagat National Mink Zane Ie Hija

Chaffee Relieved of Philippine Command in July Dramatics

Washington dispatch reports General Chaffee relieved from command in the Philippines by order of the War Department. President Roosevelt’s administration moves to reassign leadership as MacArthur circling potential replacement. A Manila briefing notes internal investigations into officers and impending transfers to the east department with Brooke and other senior figures in discussion.

Washington Gideon Prealdettm George W. Davis Geers Chaffee Pahilippines S . IW .Oybeliy Will Department of the Lakes Gener Rafurdes Chattes Philip, Litadel Genergl MacArthur Tae Depo East Brooke F le van Be Che

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