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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1901
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR yields scattered items from multiple places and topics. Mentions of cities such as Washington Chicago and New York appear with disparate notes on fines, elections, college stories, murders, and political events. The text is garbled with many incomplete phrases and names.
Fragmentary report notes a guilty verdict after a trial described as heated with jurors and attorneys present. The court scene mentions a sentence of months and references a name Earl in a bar setting, leaving many details unclear due to damaged text.
A chaotic Delmar Park meeting features a mistyped event with a winner tied to Delatar Party and Judge’s Star in a crowded track scene. Names are garbled but the race outcome shows a victor amid a noisy crowd and confusing betting chatter.
In a July event marked by confusion and errors, Griffitha dominates the handicap shoot at the Interstate Mark course near Hee Bird. The competition includes notable shooters Charles of Ohio and others, with reports of misprints and crowd noise amid the tense finish.
The visiting team defeated Manthous yesterday in the concluding game of the series as Whe Cuwihone struggled on the mound while Jel Fronerie hit freely but could not spark a comeback. The effort left the home crowd disappointed as Titman struggled on the mound.
Secretaries discuss Italian policy and tariffs while Nashville hosts a triple hanging and a world league convention. Reports cover Texas waterways, cotton defenses in Georgia, ship and wagon line changes, and oil developments near Anglin. Weather notes, criminal sentences, and local council debates on water contracts are also included.
Fragmentary text mentions Tennessee teams and players with garbled names, a Texas soldier homecoming portrait, and medical product ad phrases. Content is incomplete with many illegible words making specific facts unavailable.
The Epworth League opened its Fifth International Convention in San Francisco with about thirty thousand attendees. Leaders and delegates gathered at Mechanics Pavilion and nearby churches for morning services and a large afternoon assembly, highlighting goals of mission work and unity within the church.
A garbled July weather report notes rain and showers across multiple Texas locales including Victoria Denton and San Antonio with heavy rain and thunderstorms in places. It mentions high heat and general thunderstorm activity, with some areas experiencing clear or cloudy conditions and occasional showers. Specific dates and names are unclear due to OCR issues, but references to general patterns across counties and towns are present.
A report states Negre was struck by lightning during an evening event. Troum, teens, Joly, and Nick White were among those affected as officials described the incident and its immediate aftermath. Further details on location and exact timing were not clearly recorded.
The Cebu and Batingas provinces in the Philippines face reform as civil administration ends. General Chaffee gains wider power over provincial district governance, replacing Taft authorized officials. The Philippine commission announces a transition amid unrest and petitions from Ceiba to Mataneao regions. The commission plans to reveal its findings through the executive council.
A long government communique from Rome, forwarded by the state department, discusses Italy’s export bounty on sugar and the effect on U S imports. It notes payments to sugar exporters, a rationale for potential higher duties, and anticipated clarification from Rome within days.
Valdouts and Cy travel to Washington for a week long study on a new cotton disease. Researchers inspect fields in Atkewae and Me hae and report damage to bolls and fibers. They warn the disease may spread if the fungus reaches wells or crops.
A draft note from the Powis correspondent describes a mining shaft east of Luling with silver bearing ore and minerals. The report mentions Caldwell County miners including locals Loling and Dittahrant and notes ore quantities and copper content.
A reform meeting call invites Kansas City supporters to a July reform rally and election of new leadership. J W D Lewis requests committee members attend George Towns on the 24th to address procedural matters and oversee party business.
Aged four Henry Po Ther died after a morphine overdose in Aspermont Texas. Authorities say the child recently returned from Virginia and that the accidental poisoning occurred July 15, with his status described as unmarried and the death attributed to drug ingestion.
In July at Mack Jack rostontay evening Bishop was summoned to oversee the removal of the body of Robert Chatwick who died after being overcome by well damp while descending into a well. A second man also perished during the retrieval efforts as the dangers of the damp well were exposed.
July 18 Horatio J Sprague consul at Gibraltar and veteran American service official died here today. The report notes his long career and position as the oldest American consul in service.
A cottage owned by Jerry Griffin on Collogy street near the Mor intersection was destroyed by fire between 10 and 11 o clock. A small bundle of household goods was scattered. the cottage was worth about
A barn near Gainesville in Haingwitte named Thos was destroyed by a blaze in the evening. Damages were estimated at about 1000 dollars.
A chaotic scene unfolds at a royal court as women clash and panic spreads within the palace. Officials report unrest and a failed attempt to subdue a rebellious faction led by a senior court member amid rumors of intrigue and power struggles.
An Ecuadorian representative in Valparaiso was brutally mutilated and killed. Police report arrests of Ecuadorians linked to the act as investigations continue.
A fragmented notice outlines a political transfer planned for next month with national figures and committees coordinating non political theater work. It mentions Chairman Jones and Walsh overseeing operations and Chicago as a destination for activities amid campaign tone.
The interview conducted in London with Hon Dact drew notable attention for its questions on the fang and related topics. It generated commendation from officials and observers, signaling a refined sentiment on the United States and England relations.
A mob killed a man named Henry Alexander after a murder occurred. The incident involved Benjamin Care and Rennedth, both described as white, and sparked a violent public reaction in the town.
Brief item from Beaumont Texas notes a July proceeding concluding the case against Frank Hurna for horn theft. The article records a conviction and outcome with local court action and defendant details.
A terse report notes a population decrease in the western route area around 1707. The text references a Japanese movement past ten, though details are unclear.
In London a report details the death of an officer named Hotha son of Phillip Potsi in the Orange River colony action at Maniefontein while serving with British forces.
In Little Rock Arkansas on July 44 an influential lumber figure named William Furved is reported dead. The obituary notes his prominence in local timber circles and references a family funeral plan.
A garbled report notes illicit shipments from Mealeo City dated July 18 involving Peter jinize in Drachia and a malaria related claim. It mentions a hotel scene at the Metropoliy in Waco with a Mr. Giang and a general elroitil MALARIA CAUSES BILIO Opove'e Bias.
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