Houston Post publication and mailing details notice
Public notice from The Houston Printing Company outlining postal rates, delivery terms, and office contact details. Includes office addresses, carrier delivery times, subscription and ad rates, and agent information for the Fort Worth and New York offices. Friday, July 76, 19th century style.
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Houston Printing Company
Texas Census Fraud Alleged as Population Growth Predicted
The Post urges a thorough Texas census review after reports suggest 1900 counts were inflated by 100,000, not by enumerators. It argues manipulation at Washington hid the true rise, forecasting Texas gains in representatives and electoral votes unless errors are corrected.
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Texas
Raul
Washington
Two Ugly Truths About the Philippine War Revealed
An analysis exposes two truths the administration conceals about American occupation of the Philippines. It argues troops must be found to fill quotas from Cuba and critiques policy as indecisive and dangerous amid a global revolutionary crisis.
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Oulta
United States
Gonaral MacArthur
Philippines
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Congress
Cuba
War Department
Avalyn
Hawley Sees Texas Prosperity Challenge to McKinley
The letter by Senator Hawley attacks the current economic scene in Texas and nationwide, praising gold standard parity and promising to organize a party push in the state. He argues for free coinage and a strong Republican slate, criticizing Democrats and urging support for a pro‑tariff, pro‑gold platform amid farm and merchant interests.
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Houston
BR. B. Hawley
Texas
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Osary Dolor
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Imperiniters
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House For Representatives
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Teddy
Republican Party
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Philadelphia
Mark Hanna
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Cuba Boxer Uprising and U.S. Role Highlighted
The article discusses the Boxer rebellion in Cuba and the impact of American influence on ending oppression. It argues that without the Hi-wind factor fueling anger, the severity of the suppression might have remained hidden and military occupation could have persisted.
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Philippines
Cuba
Notable Texas Democrat Campaign Praise and Economic Debate
The piece extols George F. Thaes as a strong Democratic candidate in Texas Tenth District and discusses national economic trends. It notes rising bank clearings, a decline in business activity, and public concern over McKinley administration policy. It also reflects on Houston public schools, Wall Street, and China troop calls amid a broader political climate.
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New York
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Galveston
Houston
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McKinley
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Canada
Eenty
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Haomilton
Barns
Political Rambles on Public Mood and Labor Strife
The piece critiques conservative currents and calls for democratic policy and moral purpose amid a tense international climate. It notes a recent Dallas streetcar strike and warns about prohibitionists expanding their influence, while predicting economic and social reactions to foreign investment and a Bryan Steventon campaign. It also mentions a New York heat wave impacting health and daily life.
Texas Farmer Corrects An Error In Letters
Dallas July 19 Hon J We Hailey and Palmer Shaw seek friendly ties as readers dispute recent Texas Farmer pieces. J W Bailey defends honesty and exposes alleged connections to Standard Oil and Water-Pierce while defending a land deal linked to Governor Francis and oil interests.
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Texas
J. Wehailey
Palmer Shaw
Bute
Bailey Heart
Texas Farmer
Dally
Gainesville
Barnett Iibbe
Pane Pe
Standard Old Company
Prigk
Hoo Joviph C. Sibley
David K Frounte
Sibley
Franety
Héwer
Standard
Francia
Way
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Sarmmat Govire
Francis
J. W. Baio
Bajing
Teday
Francis Ia
Watera-Pierce
Halley
Sroa
Willie Baling
Reilly Gratinid
Gould-Huntington Contest Rides Texas Rail War
New York reports intense interest in the Gould and Huntington railroad rivalry in Texas as both sides push parallel routes to the Gulf. The Goulds push to tap Northwest Gulf ports while Huntington concessions and through rates widen access to the East, with the San Antonio and Aransas Pass likely completing a line from Alice to Brownsville, sharpening the battle.
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Texas
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Rockefellers
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Northwest
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Huntingtons
San Antonio
Aransas Pass
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Browneville
Industrial Convention Rejects Public Address in Atlanta
At the Southern Industrial convention in Atlanta on July 19 delegates rejected a public address on the South's commercial conditions. The address, prepared by a special committee, was deemed an endorsement of the Republican platform and sparked a heated debate on politics entering the organization.
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Atlanta
Colorado River Threatens Macaron Tail Road Bridge
In Kisbe Wharton Texas on July 19 a telegram warned the Macaron tail road bridge crew of a big river rise. The Colorado rose suddenly and now advances at about twenty four inches per hour. Construction on the $60,000 bridge continues with a full force of men and pile drivers, with several bridges planned along the Caney Valley route.
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Wharton
Texas
Macaron Tail Road
Colorado
Caney Valley
Neeley Case: Extradition Not Automatic, Judge Rules
Judge Lacomb of the United States court ruled that an indictment alone cannot secure Neeley’s extradition in the Cuba fraud case. He ordered further testimony to be heard when the case resumes on July 23.
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New York
Lacomb
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Pontal Department of
Democratic Convention in Lexington Ends With Goebel Event
The Kentucky State Democratic Convention in Lexington met late into the night July 19. Delegates debated Goebel era issues, with Goebel portrait unveiled to applause and contests over credentials and temporary officers. Key speakers condemned Taylor administration and urged election-law reforms while factions debated governor nominees and committee seats.
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Allie W. Young
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Heike Thaobaliot
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David Bennett Hill and the New York Democratic Press
A letter to the editor in The Post praises editorial support for David Bennett Hill and criticizes Croker and the Tammany faction. It argues Hill’s stance aligns with Bryan and accuses Croker of opposing reform, noting the Kansas City convention and split within the party.
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Florida Republicans Nominate State Officers Without Dissent
Delegates at the Ocala district convention adjourned with no opposition and recommended the slate for national convention delegates. Nominees include Governor J. N. Combs of Franklin County, Secretary of State G. W. Allen of Monroe, and Supreme Court Judge M. B. McFarland of Hillsboro.
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Ocala
J. N. Combs
Franklin County
G. W. Allen
Monroe
Supreme Court
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J. W. Powell
Course in photography ends as readers urged to learn by doing
A veteran photographer argues against overreliance on developers and fancy gear. He urges steady, scientific practice, consistent techniques, and patience, noting improvements come from understanding exposure, development, and paper processes rather than magical formulas. He reflects on Niagara images and the value of hands on experimentation.
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Niagara
Local Candidates Nominated for Congress
Polk selects treasurer G W Robinson of Alabama and attorney general Fred Dutberty of Levy as nominees while C C Butterwick of Hernando and Hon J M Cheney of Orlando join the slate as congressional candidates.
Campaign contributions and nominations across states
In Washington on July 19 a strong push from Republican campaign managers targets banks and manufacturers for support, echoing 1806 tactics and rallying against perceived apathy and ingratitude. Alabama’s Democratic convention in Montgomery renominated H D Clayton for Congress by acclamation, while Indiana’s New Albany GOP named Hugh O’Connor of Corydon for the Third District. Arkansas Wynne reports Congressman W R McQuilloch renominated by the Shoveoriale convention on the 0th.
Plasterer Dies After Fall From Church Tower Scaffold
Shreveport July 19 The plasterer Ay Dune from Chicago and an O44 Fellow fell from a scaffold on the tower of the Jordan Sarette church and landed on the ground breaking his neck.
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Chicago
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Death of Two Children Reported in Hearne Texas
News from Hearne Texas reports a tragic incident on the riverbank where a large number of bystanders witnessed a drowning involving a little girl who fell into the water. The event occurred near the river and is being investigated by local authorities.
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