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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1900

Page

3

Randell Nominated to Succeed Bailey in 5th District

The Kansas City platform ratified McKinney Texas on June 16 naming Hon. B Randell of Bhier as the Democratic nominee to succeed Hon. J W Bailey. The convention endorsed the National ticket and Bailey's U S Senate bid, with leaders and committee members listed among the attendees.

McKinney Texas Ody B. Randell Bhier J. W. Batley Widds Ray Pt Jon Hoy J. W. Bailey Canididti Unite States Cenate Ye Judes Eop Hill’ of Gooke Ehalrat Denton J. St Joiner Fannin R. Curman Cooke A. H. Cula Grayson Sugga Maitague James A. Graha Collin H. A. Finch

Cleburne Democrats Debate Convention Delegates

A lengthy Cleburne Texas letter discusses county and district Democratic conventions for a congressional nomination. It questions authority to revoke delegates, defends the regular convention choice of Duff, and warns against unduly overturning established votes.

Fort Worth Texas Bant Fort Band Vention F. J. Duff Duff County

Republican Stave Talks Texas Campaign Delegates

Alvin Texas July 16 delegates from here prepare for a Democratic congressional convention in Richmond on the 16th. Leaders mention Senator Yeung and Governor prospects while noting Republicans in Fort Worth and Templars discuss Hawley support and party unity in Texas.

Alvin Texas TiMiowine Richmond N. H. Tolar A. J. Berchfeld J.trables Smith J. KE. Caunon E. Yomas King Ti F. Fistitiari Vigptock Want R. H. King

Anderson County primaries spark summer political buzz

Palestine Texas residents prepare for July elections with events and picnics noted as campaigns intensify across county, with activities filling days ahead of next Saturday July 21.

Anderson County Palestine Texas Cays

Nominated for Legialad Llano Texas July 15

The 9irade convenion of the Ninety third Sthar tative district met at Pontal Suscog county yesterday A. 1 Stubbs wpade.

Legialad Llano Texas Pontal Suscog County Stubbs

Randell Named Fifth District Congressional Candidate

Hon J B Randell of Sherman named Fifth district candidate to succeed Hon J W Bailey. Randell’s background includes Georgia birth in 1857, law practice in Denison, six years as county attorney, and Democratic leadership in Grayson County. His nomination leaves him with a clear field as the likely winner in a one party race.

J. B. Randell Sherman Congress J. W. Bailey Texas National Capitol Randell Bailey Mr. Randell Georgia North Georgian Agricultural and Mechanojal College Denlio Grayson County

Unanimous Nomination and Senate Resolution Endorsed

The chairman and J. J. Jones secretary announced the unanimous nomination of Judge H. R. Melynis of Liang. A resolution by A. J. Stubbs urged the committee to vote for Hon W. Batley of Gainesville for United States senator and was adopted.

J. J. Jones H. R. Melynis Liang A. J. Stubbs W. Batley Gainesville United States

Powers Trial Opens Window Source of First Shot in Goebel Case

Georgetown Ky July 16 The Powers Goebel murder trial resumes with Colonel Jack Chinn testifying that the first shot appeared to come from Powers office The record cites a Caleb Powers letter stating the matter would end soon Telegrams from Barboursville office are questioned as tampered with Dr John South and Colonel Chinn recount the state house yard crowd and Goebel events The defense keeps reading as the court scene shifts with Goebel and Powers in focus

Jack Chinn Powers Georgetown Goebel Tolay Caleb Powers Taylor W. B. Allereon Western Union Telegraph Office Birlboursvile Anderson John South Frankfort Gosbel Jie Ching Geeboy Chinn Lia Deon Crowda State House State Secretary Colonel Chinn Way Mr. Gobbel Goebel Brothers Justus Arthir Defendant Powers Stat House B. Anderson Barboursquire Caleb John Powers Wharton Golden Chitles Finley

Witness Testimony Interrupted as Anderson Family Appears

The passage describes Finley Anderson taking the stand but not finishing his testimony. The elder Anderson was to be recalled to corroborate his son's account, with the testimony impacting the case and potential implications for Powers.

Finley Anderson Young Anderson Anderson

New Industries Reported Across the South in One Week

The Trademan’s weekly report for July 14 highlights new or expanding industries in the South and border states. Notable entries include brick works in Mississippi, canneries in Georgia and Louisiana, cement works in Alabama, coal mines and coke ovens in Alabama and West Virginia, multiple cotton mills across Alabama Georgia the Carolinas, and various plants from oil lubricants to lumber and tobacco. The list also notes electric light and power plants in Arkansas Virginia and West Virginia, a fuel and chemical sector mix in several states, and transportation related facilities such as a navigation company and telephone exchanges.

South Chattanooga Tenn Tradoeman Mississippi Georgy Louisiana Alabama Weat Virginia Georgia Carolinas South Carolina Arkensais Virginia Weat Virginia Texas Wat Viretoia Lumber Milla Georgina Loulslana Navigation Boulstany Ol and, Gas West Virginia Phosphate Mings Tennessee Aetory Alabamas Etemp Mills Dahignega Diatrict Kentucky

Missouri Pacific stock boost approved to fund expansion

Missouri Pacific stockholders voted to increase capital stock by 16 million dollars and issue 15 million dollars in debentures. The move aims to retire existing notes and finance improvements and extensions while meeting legal limits on debt vs equity.

Missouri Pacific SLO Hl St Louis Missouri Pacthe Railroad

Tragedy in Guadapane County: Two Men Fatally Wounded

In Guadapane County near Mount Pleasant four miles west of Luling Texas two men named Joe Cobb and Frank Lindsey fought after a dispute late yesterday evening. Pistols were drawn and shots fired. both men collapsed and died within minutes. The motive for the quarrel was not determined at this time.

McGovern Defeats Erne In World Lightweight Title Fight

New York July 1 Terry McGovern of Brooklyn defeated Frank Erne of Buffalo to win the lightweight world title at Madison Square Garden in a high pace battle. McGovern dominated with rapid lefts and rights, Erne reduced to 125 pounds, weight below his usual limit, and fought hard but could not withstand the bulldog attack. The bout featured a brutal sequence of body shots and head punches as McGovern pressed throughout, Erne was floored and unable to continue after nine rounds. The result crowns McGovern as the lightweight champion amid a thunderous crowd and reports of a strong supporting undercard in the same arena.

Erne Gabere Ueiry Poluda Derry Ana Erie McGovern Fentiaik Terry Bota Krug Hood Jay Amd Kit Wehieh Olsen Hoth Reon Hammertag Erin Rugged Erna Eran Drne Brooklyn Farror Mirne Arain Erne Erie Teorey de Cowie

Kentucky Parties Balk Over Election Plans As Goebel Fallout Looms

Louisville July 16 The Republican State convention plans to nominate John W. Yerkes of Manville for governor as other officers are chosen. The party emphasizes civil liberty opposed to the Goebel election law. Democrats await Beckham’s governor bid and platform while factions contest the election call and the legality of holding a four year term.

Louisville John W. Yerkes Manville Tonlg Siuro Central Committee Kentucky Goebel Lean J.J. W. Beckhan Kentuckey Supreme Court Hagelrigg

Tammany to Curtail Youths Chances in Advancement

New York reports Tammany Hall executive committee led by Richard Croker plans to limit Young men’s access to advancement. A 6000 member general committee will meet July 23 to ratify resolutions and ticket selections amid campaign rhetoric stressing Republican policies hinder youth prospects.

New York Thos Tammany Hall Wikwam Republican Party Croker

Fusion Will 16 Effected In Idaho Political Convention

Idaho July 6 The state convention of democratic and republican and populist parties will assemble tomorrow Fusion is claimed to be effected and all parties will support the state officers and the same electors for Bryan and Stevenson The question of nominating a candidate for United States senator to succeed Senator Shoup divides opinion Governor Steunenberg opposes the plan Democratic supporters of ex Senator Bryanbols and silver Republicans urge nomination of the senator

Poctlellé Idaho Iver Republian State Ofcars Bryan and Stavensole United States Shoup Steunentberg Senate Tynbols

Traveling Men Favor Bryan in Nebraska Preference Vote

Lincoln Neb July 16 William J Bryan won after a meeting at a banque attended by 361 traveling men. A vote on presidential preference showed 247 for Bryan and four for McKinley. The event was called on by J M Keren a traveling man from South Bend Ind.

Bryan Lincoln Neb William J. Bryan J. M. Keren South Bend Ind Banque McKinley

Grain rates advance diverting traffic to gulf ports

Grain rates from Southeastern Missouri river points to the Gulf ports were raised by 6 cents per 190 pounds. Western railroads gain by higher car charges, while Kansas City and nearby areas to Galveston see lower rates than to Chicago, likely shifting grain shipments toward Gulf ports.

Chicago Missouri River Hansas City Galveston Chicago Northestera Gulf Ports

Hannle Direct wins at Detroit Driving Club meet

Opening day of the sixteenth annual Detroit Driving Club blue ribbon races features Hannle Direct as the favorite in the Chamber of Commerce HOD stake for 2:24 pace, finishing ahead of Anne Thornton in a strong display. Best times noted include 2:14 class pacing and 2:09 rotting, with purse details and other heats unfinished.

Detroit Mich Detroit Driving Club Chamber of Commerce Hannle Direct Pulte Anne ‘Thornton Sammary Clase Bannle Éleec B. O Direct Bondon McHenry Hest Connor Clay Fo B McDonald Moncreith

Brighton Beach Race Results Highlight Upsets at July Meet

At Brighton Beach on July 16, several favorites faltered. Cherries, Anna Haring and Seréich led a five furlong event with Times around 1:10 and 3-6 as odds favored deeper fields. The card featured moderate fields and a mix of longshots in early races.

Brighton Beach New York Brighton Beech Mastyout Aio Cherries Candleblac Ee Sir Christopher Win Mundie Milo Aix Turtenahs Klondike Proiue Hardy Parine Tae Ses Seréich Anna Haring McClurg Ialde Toluca

Thoroughbred Racecard Sample From Heavy Track Conditions

A long list of horse names and weights appears with weather noted as cloudy and track heavy. The section resembles a racecard with horse entries such as Wave Waldo Impious Thie Charley DArles and Connie Lee along with various times and distances in furlongs and miles.

Hieven O Iitr Haldens Konor Bright Bo Tony Aopping Gatcor Mr Smith Robert Je. Hlumiet Hike Alenia Bix Furioner Welling Verity Jon Biddard Titus Percy H Hewitt i Purotot Purley Trin Randaeto Alvin W Grawan Cathedral We Eixtorntha Connie Lee Eric T Tom Solline Strangent Ton Giimete Happy Jack Hopny Me Clum Bleagdr Holmes Apple Jack Mo the Barrister Wi Hotlentot O& Mile iMuenielda WB. Gintee Imperiom Charsened Tekin Hinway Word Gut Romire Missouri Sodie Levy Mugkalonge Forget Notity Quintile Martins Juliatthn B the Thrush Eva's Darling Marcia Dent Aliene Boornion Pirate's Waughter Brigit Miley Tea Gown May Eelling Burrocn Todd Grey Forge Orlandine Oh Net Morris Volver Marie G Brown Woodirien Silent Friend Mita Lowetty

Baseball results and incidents from Chicago and New York games

Reports from Chicago July 14 indicate Pittsbure and opponents tied with errors costly. Philadelphia beat Donahue led by strong pitching and fielding, while New York edged Brooklyn in extra innings amid a heated row between players and the umpire.

Gases on Waters Threaten System Eradication Claim

Fragmented text warns that certain gases on waters will destroy and eradicate a system. The readable lines imply a claim of elimination but lack clear source, dates, or entities to confirm specifics.

Men’s Suits Clearances Amid Mixed Stock

A local store lists men’s suits in a descending sale from 25.00 to 7.50 with several price points. The emphasis notes all sizes and styles for men’s apparel, inviting customers to shop the varied discounts.

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American athletes dominate Twentieth Century Exposition events

Panny July 16 report on three days of competitions at the exposition shows American crowning in 9 events today with six first places, six seconds and seven thirds. They swept track and field events including the 200 meter hurdle, high jump, long jump, and hammer throw, while facing stiff English and Swedish opposition in several races. The Pennsylvania contingent claimed the hammer title but faced debates over concerted effort rules and university participation.

Panny Allcrics Aix Prines Forceignore Cine Seereer Lina Pennant Yestuardiy

Crescent Hotel Ad Offers Year Round Riverfront Stay

An advertisement promotes a riverfront hotel in the Hill region of Worthern Arkansas with favorable climate and low weekly rates via the Frisco line. Inquiries directed to the Crescent hotel manager at Bureks Springs for more details.

Hillé Veark Worthern Arkangan Frisco Crescent Hotel Bureks Springs

Fatal shooting in Grayson County prompts arrest offer

A man identified as George Cafary was shot and killed in Colinevilla Gray son County on July 1. Authorities report the shooting stemmed from trouble and say Carrington surrendered to officers after the incident.

Grayeon County Sherman Texas George Cafary Colinevilla Grayson County H.carri Carrington Toval Offivara

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