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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1900

Page

8

City Council Seeks Tax Recollection and Veto Battle

City council meeting reports aldermen debating minutes deletions tied to last meeting action on electric night plans. Mayor vetoes a motion on Engelke and Page corner lighting while several bids and street projects are discussed including pumping station, sewer, and open land issues.

Lipper Sonnen Sennen Tuffley Yeas—Thomas Woolford Benbem Mueller Naya Robinson Miller Thompson O'Leary Robertin Hal- Verton Inez Engelke Page Thomas Bilfon Minory Bollora Board of Puply Works Pith & Mingnesi Ad Linh S Llauull CO M. T. Lewnmn & Co Howaii Sul & Co A. M. Lockett & Co Hedman & Co Ninery Isaac Byron Wekeon Machine Works San Francisco Wayne Telegraphia Bay Pratelpco Pullio Oworhku

City council adjourns as Drennan cites number of men on streets

Commissioner Drennan said he knew forty five men on the streets, eight of them in Alderman O'Leary's ward. He indicated he never saw them. The council then adjourned.

Halverton Agi Thoma Gach iNloroey Sam Thomas Sonnen Miller Leary Aubertin Alderman O'Leary O'Leary Dallas Avenue San Felino Bam Houston Park Preston Milam Webster Tratin Ruthges Huckner Sabine Street Brazos Lamar Lightland Finance Alterman O'Leary Fourth Ward Cortes Ware Beauchamp Springs Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway Company Columbia Missioner Drennan

Houston School Census Shows 25 Percent Increase

Anniin Texas July 2 State Superintendent Kendall orders the papers used in Houston scholastic census reviewed and will investigate a reported 25 percent rise. Houston shows a 1 per cent increase and this triggers a legal requirement for such cases.

Anniin Texas Kendall Houston

Cowboys Ranger encampment prep for August Seabrook gathering

The Cowboy Rangers hold a special meeting led by Lt. R. Bruce Wood with sixty three members present to finalize plans for the encampment at Seabrook starting August 9. Fifty three members have signed up, and twenty one Rough Riders applicants were approved for membership.

Cowboy Rangere R. Bruce Wood Seabrook Wood James Wynne Lewis Zorn Rough Riders Richard Wicns Heaven Ana Mother Earth

Congressional Convention Nominates Democratic Candidate

Delegates in Hurdy County gather at the city council chamber to nominate the Democratic candidate for Congress. The only authorized nominee is Thomas H Ball of Hupteville, who currently represents the district in the lower house. A long list of county delegates includes Jobs Alley and Jules Hirsch among others, as they prepare for the convention.

Enunel Chamber Hom Thomas Hf.Ball Hupteville Jobs Alley Ried Jules Hirsch A. Meéliguele Plow JF Comatos Willam Pewin Welldina Kehoe F Koehler Richariay J. W. Hobson Hr. Hughes J 9 Porter T. W. Tompkind Otta Honkmeier W. Thom An Petnr Chalmers John

Notable arrivals and visitors at the Capitol and city

Livingston resident Judes James and others arrive at the Capitol with Dorchester Velasre and Mina Sern Craige attending events. Representatives from Beaumont and Austin travelers, including Mrs. Cadwallader and Miss Very Paonewite, are noted among guests. Local business figures and travelers such as Major C. T. Sivalte and J. Cunyug are listed, with Houston prospects discussed by W. A. Irwin. The Bristol hotel hosts traveling men from Dallas, Beaumont, New Orleans, St. Louis and more.

Judes James Bhm Livingston Capitol Dorchester Velasre Sealy Bern Mina Sern Craige Cadwallider Walker Aronue J. E. Merman Beaunmnt H. & Labatt Galvegton Misa Gracie Fowler Beaumont Texan Vielting Mite Mamin Elehury Capitol Avenue Mra DL. Carver Mims Lotlie Haynie Austin G.G. Drelor Ovewford Street Go Palmer Lauspasas Sulphur Springs KH. Pine William Jorett New York C. T. Sivalte J. Cunyug Latham Texas Wnd J. J. Bright Maxton GG. Direier Auntis Merchante and Plantera O Thin City Haw Houston Crawford Atreat W. A. Irwin Mie Unie City Mr. Irwin Vicinity Bristol Lonin F. Foust AW Morton Decarpera Dallas J.C Hines Kansan City H. Wels Philadelphia T. Simmons William Pflliagerty, Jr E. M

Houston lodge to meet at Bina building room in afternoon

The Houston lodge at Rika will meet in their lodge room in the Bina building this afternoon at four o’clock. Dr. T J Bovies, a prominent teacher of that order, funeral will be held. Friends of Charles H Duncan, once a resident of Obia city and Arion quartet winner, regret pacer in Seca Bay. Thome s Duskan, old hose Giendale Obia July 7.

Houston Rika Jodge Rooma Bina Builiding T J. Bovies Charles H. Duncan Obia City Aw Meiner Arion Quartette Eet Thomes Duscan Giendale Obia

Irish aid pledged for Dick Dowling monument fund

Adjutant Philip H. Fall, Galveston, received a letter dated July 23 noting support from the Irish for a Dick Dowling monument. The writer encloses a check for £19 on Holenbergs Bank, expressing that Dowling is a worthy memorial.

Philip H. Fall Galveston Texas Irih Dick Dowling Holenbergs Bank Dick T Dowling Pever

Irish Citizens Urged to Support Dowling’s Regiment

Captain Fall in a Sunday column urges Houston Irish residents to contribute to sustaining Dowling and his forty two men in a grand performance. He notes only two Irish benefactors from the state, both Houstonians, and expresses hope for broader Irish support to prevent others of different nationalities from bearing the burden.

Mollie R. Macgill Rosenberg Fall Dowling

Clerks Whull Pleased by Picnic Affairs and Profit

A meeting of the Retail Clerks' Union of Hounion last night wrapped up the Fourth of July celebration and picnic at Dickinson. They reported net profits of 294 with 25 percent donated to the Houston Labor council. A gold medal was presented by J B Williams to the member selling the most celebration tickets, won by R E Patterson.

Union J. 8. Williams

Death of Mrs H F Hurd pioneer citizen of Houston

Mrs H F Hurd aged 73 died at 11 30 am at her home on Franklin and Chenanvert corner after living in Houston nearly forty years She was born in India and is survived by her son C W Hurd three grandchildren two sons of C W Hurd a sister Mrs Goodrich and another sister Mrs Mary Freeding of Thornton Ind The funeral is at 4 pm from her residence with interment at Glen Wort Ree WH Beavell to officiate The notice ends with an advertisement for Chamberlains Cholera Morbus Remedy.

H. F. Hurd Houston Franklin and Chenavert Defeased Indiaa C. W. Hurd Leon Curtin Hae & Aister Mra. Goodrich Slater Mrav Mary Freeding Thornton Ind Presbyterian Church Glenwort Ree Beavell

Margaret Norhank Dend died at family home funeral set

Margaret Norhank Dend infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F Burbank died this morning at their home. The funeral will be held at 4 o clock this afternoon with interment at Hollywood Cemetery.

Margaret Afr F. Burbank Tnt Hollywood Merery

Public Notice on Creamery Prices and Inquiries

In this notice the Elgin creamery is offered at 230 per poled and an invitation is extended for inquiry. The Great Atlantis and Pacific Tea Co are mentioned with a price of 42 dollars per unit.

Elgin Creamery The Great Atlantis and Pacific Tea Co MU Malu Bolb Phoomes

Hot Springs Arkansas via Iron Mountain Route

The Hot Springs of Arkansas are promoted as a health destination with cures for rheumatism malaria nervous troubles and other ailments. Cool summer climate from elevation along the Ouachita range is highlighted as ideal for travel plans. Information bureau offers a book. contacts include J C Kewla and H C Townsend for reduced excursion tickets and trip details.

Arkansas Iron Mountain Arkagawas United Syntek Ogurk Mount Raisin Bureau of Information Hot Springs J. C. Kewla T.p.arent Austin Texas H.C. Townsend Ant

Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas Admits Hundreds

Four regular courses offered in Agriculture Horticulture Mechanical and Civil Engineering with specialized options. Tuition free nine months 140 dollars including most expenses but books and clothing. New dormitory for 150 residents completed. Sept 1 start. L L Foster president College Station Texas.

L. L. Foster College Station Texas

Sour Lake Baths Tout Potent Mineral Waters

An old patron praises Sour Lake's mineral waters calling them stronger than ever and claims the baths can prevent grippe and similar illnesses next winter. The notice promotes the waters as the cheapest harmless medicine and urges readers to try them.

Sour Lake Gow la Grippe Ilis Hearst

Stacy Pharmacy Ad and Local Notices

W L Stacy Pharmacy Co offers full stock drugs at 514 Main under Capitol Hotel with mail orders and prescription service. Miss Estelle Burghelm, graduate of SN E conservatory, to begin vocal instruction July 15 at 96% Mason building studio. information at 40% La Branch. Sour Lake university waters claimed superior for stomach issues.

W. L. Stacy Pharmacy CO Capitol Hotel Estelle Burghelm SN. E. Conservatory Mason Building Savage

Weather and Crop Rain Report For Richmond Texas

Richmond Texas July 24 rain has fallen daily for about a week with damp soils and some crop damage noted. In nearby Wharton heavy showers yesterday and again today at intervals with temps around 69 degrees and heat lasting through the past week.

Richmond Fort Bend Texas Wharton Woot Turner Register

Weather Notes From Texas Farm Regions July Report

In Hearne Robertson County farmers report ok moisture and potential cotton yield if bollworms stay away. Warrenton Fayette County notes good cotton growth with few pests but acres left idle. Texarkana Bowie County sees warm weather boosting grain crops with rapid growth and healthy stalks despite heavy rains. Overall conditions show cautious optimism for upcoming harvest.

Hearne Robertson County Texas Warrénton Fayette County Wana Texarkana Bowls County Ton Faye

Wheat Prospects In Denton County Texas Report

Proved and the Indications of a full crop Are now pending. The Grain Crop Denton County Texas July 22. Weather is hot and dry and the wheat will do very well. Weather was causing it to sprout in the shooks.

Denton Soin County Texas Fred L. Lavanburg New York Paris Aris Cieven James Bute Houston

Lockhart National Bank to Open in New Building Tomorrow

Tockhart Texas July 23 The Lockhart National Bank will open its doors for dual Heex tomorrow morning at 9 a m in the new building on the north side of the public square.

Tockhart Texas The Lockhart National Bank Pew Public Square

Receiver Appointed for Sherman Candy Factory

District Judge Bliss appointed R. A. Hurrie receiver for the Sherman Candy Manufacturing Company on July 2 in Sherman Texas. Hurrie gave a bond of 200 dollars to secure duties of the interim role.

Sherman Texas W. L. Hay Bliss R. A. Hurrie Sherman Candy Manufacturing Company Harrias

Grocery Fire at Henrietta Daened Store in Texas

Fire gutted the Marlin Puttya grocery at Henrietta Texas at about 2 o clock this morning. Estimated stock loss five thousand dollars with a one hundred dollar building value. Fully insured.

Henrietta Daened Henrietta Texas Marlin Putty

Fire damages McNealan's Denison grocery store

A fire at George Mc Neelan's grocery in Denison Texas scattered stock and building. Losses include 2040 on stock 1400 on building with 1000 insurance on stock and 700 on building.

Denison Texas George McNeelan

Sour Lake Springs Praised as Purifier and Eradicator

An old note declares Sour Lake Springs water superior for blood purification and removal of dixeane, stating its worldwide merit in health claims.

Superior Sour Lake Springs

Sour Lake Mineral Waters Boost for Suffering Women

A short note extols Sour Lake mineral waters and acia mud baths as a boon to women's health. The item invites readers to learn more about the healing waters and their restorative claims.

Acia Bookle

Also Mentioned on This Page

J.B. Mssale Matt Drennan Hospital and Finance William H. Quelch Franklin Avenue Charles Jones Gewlid Roxenberg W. H. Haynes Burton Attorsuy Alexander Potter Aubm Louwten Board of Poublic Works W. Schneider Herman Hinese, Jr Ada Michaela Atreet Eanth Stress Orope Fifth Ward Vit L. Rolkinson Erhoue Crockett Civ Meath Masale Lagra Barnett J. J. Sprefford Kanose and Texas Railway Company Spring Street Coon Nas Tesas Piu- Gee Jackson Street Board of Public Works United States Cast Iron G. A. Wiles Semmes Street D. Hampson San Jacinto Street No. Ale Fire Department Fannie Harrison Winter Street Hourton Avenue Sabine Bireal Galverton Harricure San Antona Iderman Sonnen Eabine Theotry ALDP Wood & Co Syeter Engeike Alerman Thompson Velo Ninole Sovge-Woolfam Tuffly Bennett Muejler Cornell Jf. Berta Presson Alferman Fralverton Hipp & Frey White Centenar IPS Saar Ney Cyrtain Tutily Cowboy Rangers Clerks Whull Margaret Norhank Dend Levy Children’s Reefer Jackets KODAK B. K. Bering Binz Building the Agricultural and Mecchanscal College OF Texas Harvey Restaurant Perglee Pasatistal Ozarks Main Atreat Commerce Street San Antonio Gundilos Tolle Kiesling Woolson Spice Company Toledo, Ohio Lockhart Hank Ehinery Svatem Prairie Sun Kiam Building Nouston Teal DR. J T Glagbe L. Lechengi Jeweler Egeneas Warner E, Lippa Cipi Artiries I L. E K. N UN Diseases of Women Sip Levy Building Capea Capitol Ave Hogstille
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