Father of Odd Fellows helped organize Lone Star No 1
Anson Jones and fellow Texans organized the first lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows outside the United States. The piece recalls Jones as a Patriot and early Texas leader, noting Holland Lodge No. 3 and Jones’s later roles, plus a rare book account of Odd Fellowship in Philadelphia and Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge of Odd Fellows
Americana
The
United States
Institution of Odd Fellowship
Ihe de Cordova
C. W. Buckley
J. M. Bergen
Anson Jones
James Riley
Order of Odd Fellows
Texan
Mexico
Towns
Teros Odd Fellows
Holland Lodge No
Houston
Anton Jones
Tran
Odd Wellows
Jones
Bartington
Texas
Philates
Republic
Pexas
Unitestator
Atat
Sain
Wid
Tilulster
Washington
Republic of Texas
Repubie
Trane
Tiros
J .P. Handerean
Tens
Rudh
BW. Jones
Pr Jape
Joes Tet
Capitol
Jada
Wunar Oge
Odd Pellowselip
Order of
Hid
Yaa
Cligfed Grauil
Philadelphia
Sarke
Delow
Jonon
Lovee
Gs A.balet
Sthis Onder
Eneland
Firat
Eran
Xentti M
Pbs
Taal
Waslingtin
Tixuet
Iudite
Ufd
Baeklal Muon
George Th. Allen
Gerlioy
Grand Lodge of Vexis
Euatior
Arden Toned Lodge
William Go Webb
Congo
Galveston
Rebekah In ‘Tomas
IRMT
Retokut
Mera
Annon
Mra le Grav
Mir Milton
Btar Lodge
Meran Lodge
Tess
Thorston
Mylene Starile
Burien
Faban Louse
Independent Order
Odd Fellows
Weberville
Fravia
Weras
Tesna
Cartewell
de Grand
Vincent
Werfbe
Bof
Buvker
Breanurer
Jieol de Cordova
Teria
Lou
de Jones
State
Grand Lodge
Staying Power in Life and Digestion Promoted by Pierce’s Medicine
Readers are told that staying power comes from good digestion and nutrition. The ad extols Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as improving digestion, assimilation, and stomach health, claiming it strengthens the body and cures digestive ailments. A user testimonial advocates the product, describing relief from stomach pain and indigestion after use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Juliane
Dr. Pierce
Street Railway Settlement Debate In Houston Council
A Houston Chronicle account describes city and Houston Electric Railway Company talks aiming at a compromise settlement. Alderman Keller moves to refer the matter to the council and the city attorney. debate centers on timing and method, with no motives censured and parties hopeful for a fair adjustment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston Electric Railway Company
Afternoon Chronicle
Chronicle
Centes
Netlon
Aloermen
Elty
Bennett
Kellvec
Keller
H. T. Keller
Contentian
Houston
Hotaton Bieotric Mtkeet Trailway
Wodonlteddy Tepasmed
Cler Connell
VT Lan Tren
Reljer
Street
Baldwit
Rleetric
Moilay
Amotion
Sounell
Alderman Street
Odd Fellows Memorial Notes and Anniversary Forecast
Fragments describe IOOF history with figures like De Cordova and the Father of Odd Fellowship title. A forecast details an orphan benefit parade and anniversary events from Corsican Orphans Home to La Porte with civic and lodge participation.
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Sali
Corsicann
Grand Central Depot
Travia
Congress
Speth
Kathor Lodge
Kebokal
Ancou Jonon
Kou Mi
la Porte
Fintsno
Lorenna
Noble Jeature of State Grand Lodge Support Recalls Pride
A report lauds the State Grand Lodge and its home funded by contributions from all lodges. It notes that every Odd Fellow in Texas has reason to be proud of this noble venture and its enduring support for the fraternity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stati
II Texan
Best Girl Invited to La Porte Event by Corsican Orphan
The letter details plans for a group including Giovanni Mascagini inviting Misa Avena Permonett and others to La Porte on Friday. It describes a journey by rail from Houston to La Porte, a festive gathering with the Odd Fellows, a parade, and a large dinner at the Matin hotel with decorations and ceremonies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giovanni Mascagini
la Porte
Avena Permonett
Houstona
Tesin
Fréuita
Mike Mile
Lee Paw
Gota
Sila
Eva
de la Povey Bay
Dave
Doyle
Gor
Chesta
Ewan Fat
Ko Jin Wiese
Hinka
Calverto
Berna
Sacha
Ieee Bya de Cominitt
Mobeki Logea No
Roth
Moro
Luleka
von Marrioda
Jocko
Gaiballl
la Parta
Refan
Disjoint OCR Fragment May Describe Local Scene
Fragmentary text hints at a social event or plan with names and places, but content is garbled and unclear. Readable items mention a wedding, planning, a central depot, and possible individuals or groups, yet essential details are missing.
Horse Stalls On The Streets Prompt Road Pavement Reform
A city council meeting discussed a new hack ordinance to curb horses and teams harbing on asphalt. Persistent hitching damaged pavement, prompting proposed regulations to limit standing vehicles and reduce repair burdens and taxpayer costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AT. d
Mosley
Alpool
Jane Wilter
Change of Headquarters in Oil Company Move
The Southern Ol Company announces relocation of its headquarters to a new administrative region in this city. Vice President and General Manager Rirnst leads the move as stockholders and executives reorganize ownership and production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Oil Company of
Corkicana
Houston
Rirnst
Stackholiera
Thidepp
Norton
Panel Ag
Geo
Beaumont Gropertiva
Nhe Coi
Dany Ik
Beaumont Hildinie
Erernity
Frankby
Kunllifng
Il Combe
Cattle Thieves Reported in Western District
Deputies led by Sheriff Wynn and Sheriff Ander Fon pursued a trio described as one white man and two Black men suspected of cattle rustling. They allegedly rounded up horses near Fry's Store on Taestiy and stole cattle near a crevete works, crossing Green's buroud with fourteen head of horses and cows. The gang, said to travel from Beaumont, is sought as authorities warn further activity would be dealt with by law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff Wynn
Fry
Taestiy
Green
Beaumont
Wren
Iit
KotoHig
Houston's New Suburb Westmoreland Begins Layout
Justin Pittman of St. Louis oversees laying out plots for a new Houston suburb called Westerneland. Local developers promise a picturesque public park and orderly street plan as construction begins on the Westmoreland tract in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westmoreland
Lond
Westorneland
Justin Pittman
Bt. Louis
Shed Collapse at 906 Franklin Avenue Causes Brief Panic
A shed at 906 Franklin Avenue collapsed yesterday afternoon around 5:15 pm onto the sidewalk. No pedestrians were hurt. Chief Ellis investigated and found the collapse came from a sidewalk cave in on the outer edge and ordered immediate excavation to prevent further accidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Avenue
Freakin Avenue
Chief Eills
Ellis
Repairs to Pythian Castle Undergo Major Overhaul
Pythian Castle at the corner of Melee and Liberty avenues in the Fifth ward is being remodeled at a sizable outlay. The four story building will be freshly painted and improved meeting rooms will be provided for Pythians and local railroad and civic groups. The overhaul aims to create neat, comfortable offices for the neighborhood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pythian Castle
Melee and
Liberty Avenue
Fifth Ward
Rimviid
Thompson Flour Mill Progress at Thompson Company Site
Work proceeds satisfactorily on the new flour mill for T. H. Thompson Company at Mort Aid and Cont Streets corner in the Fifth Ward. The four story structure will rise with a five story elevator and upon completion will cost about 275000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Immons
T. H. Thompson Company
Mort Ait and
Cont
May Bond Issue Approval in Houston Heights Voters
Voters authorized a May issue of bonds for Houston Heights as the quiet election indicated limited public interest in the bond question. The ballot showed low turnout and little campaigning, with officials noting cautious support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston Heights
Panece
Voting records show split council support for project
Fragmentary notes describe a municipal vote with a majority in favor of a proposed plan and opposition from a minority. The text mentions a council district and a leadership change as the city moves toward routine daily governance amid a progressive element pushing for action.
Leah Rumsell Specialty Company at the Auditorium Last Night
The event at the auditorium featured performances by Leah Rumsell Specialty Company and the Lent, Ruste troupe. The program included acts described as popular vaudeville numbers with singers, acrobats, and clowns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leah Rumsell
Hellingewara
Goa
Hyal Tate Perfoyenii
Stolen Property Report From Sheriff Office
The sheriff's department reports a theft incident involving a gunny case and clothing items. Details are garbled with OCR errors but indicate a reward of 10 dollars and a suspect description tied to an area near Wilson Jones and Aldiveste Thon.
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Wilson Jones
Aldiveste- Thon
A. OR. Anderson
City hires twenty five more men for street department
The mayor and officials plan to employ twenty five additional workers in the street commissioner’s department to clean streets and municipal property. Work is set to begin promptly on modealist projects with weed control and maintenance of wities and ditches.
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Strona
TNO
Teil
Enmade
Pleased With His Purchase and Plans Abroad
The text describes a person named Maries PD and HMatnell planning a short stay, then moving to Roanmont and later to Whree and Wiens in Kentucky. It mentions a writer and a reflection on a financial or personal purchase and a new valuation of assets or investments.
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Maries PD
Hmatnell
Roanmont
Wiens
Mirepainon
Dick Bowling Monument Design Delayed by Promised Revisions
Community leaders seeking a design for the Dick Bowling Monument await nine new proposals promised by George Teich of San Antonio. The awaited designs come after a contest and public interest in the memorial project.
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Dick Bowling
Cominiites
George ‘Teich
San Antonio
Incoherent OCR Reads Like Local Board Notes
Fragmentary text shows a meeting between officials and a Mr Feleh with unclear roles. The garbled lines suggest expressions of views and possible discussion of a commissioner or councillor, but key names and outcomes are unreadable.
Deaths and burial in local Catholic cemetery record
The death notices list Charles F. Parker and infant Fraik Parker among those interred at the old Catholic cemetery. The piece notes memorial services and the family’s loss during the period following the ARMA War era, with reference to Wester Dann and associated locations.
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Charlee
Fraik
Parker
Mt A
Ul Opesterdtia
Franchising Debate Moves Toward City Hall Meeting
The city attorney and planning committee leaders outline a framework for a contentious franchise vote. Progress appears tied to Wednesday discussions on a new ordinance, with key figures pledging to defend the proposal amid public scrutiny and legal questions.
Sale of Dog Tags and Police Warning
Chief Merk Spence of the police department warns about the sale of dog tags amid reports of illicit activity. He states authorities will not tolerate fraud or misrepresentation and urges diligence to prevent counterfeit items from entering the public market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merk Spence
Meron
Houston
Clive
Lineman Knight Out Again On Work Site
A lineman named Knight is out after another incident at a work site. He sustained injuries while handling live electrical equipment and was found unresponsive, with coworkers reporting the danger of the live wire.
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Lineman Knight
Rethen
Comllik
Econtwet
Wilding of Rey IV Investigated by First Presbyterian Church
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a church event involving Rey, Tir, and Taniwell at the First Presbyterian Church with references to Horne and Orange Texas. The text is garbled and uncertain but centers on a context of a wedding or ceremony and church members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rey
Horne
Orange
Texas
Housinn
Tir
Taniwell
Churel
New Evening Paper Announcement and Editor Change
An order announces the transfer of Tribune Publishing Company to new management and the launch of a newspaper titled the Evening Tribune. The notice notes a planned policy shift and the rebranding of the publication to Evening Tribune with expected distribution in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. P. Bose
The
Tribune Publishing
Musvet
Nedally
Erratic Notice Requests Helpers for Houston Water Works
A garbled recruitment notice seeks workers for a Houston water project. It mentions “up to 12” positions, front two to three per shift, and references test sites in Vesas Central Yack and De vee with unclear instructions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Vee
Houston Water Company
Honston
Texan
Woman's Home Miatan Rohity at PALMS Onis on Washington Street
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Woman's Home event at the Palms venue on Washington Street. Mentions timings from 1 to 11 and an ice cream element, but facts are unclear and names likely garbled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Street
To the State Reunion Regular and Alternton Delegates
A fragment notes the Dick Dowling camp sending regular and alternate delegates to a Dajins State reunion. The readable text implies a formal gathering or meeting of camp representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alternton
Dick Dowling
Dajins
Unclear fragment hints at corporate or local matter
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a company and names but lacks coherent facts or context. No discernible event or outcome present to summarize into a complete newspaper card.
Albany Health Advice In Modern Cholera Dangers
A poorly legible note from Albany warns of cholera and diarrhea risks, mentioning towns near Minato and recommending medicines and remedies. The fragment references medical authorities and cautions about unsafe practices and unverified treatments.
Fire Chief Deek Arta Incident Report
A local fire department reported a call yesterday involving a fire chief identified as Deek Arta. The incident detail remains unclear due to fragmented text, but responders secured the scene and ensured public safety. Further information is expected from the department.
Unclear fragment from Polbow Hills page
Fragmentary OCR text mentions McClanahan and Chet of Polbow Hills with scattered phrases about secrecy and years. The readable content is too garbled to identify a coherent event, person, or outcome for a proper summary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McClanahan Ey
Polbow
Withor
Nes Yy
Funeral for BHF Pey Am Heli Dy Teetiu etic
Funeral services were held for BHF Pey Am Heli Dy Teetiu etic, with family and community members gathering at a local church. The ceremony reflected on the deceased’s life and contributions, followed by burial at the nearby cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sneterdiey Inari
Iit
Gallagher Teagalak Shoot Unclear Military Event
Fragmentary text references a Gallagher and tegalak with unclear event details. Mentions Aniela and Oy, plus a projected January timeframe and testing. No coherent facts or dates emerge from the readable portion.
Railway Trainmen's Picne
A garbled OCR item refers to railway workers and disruption at La Porte with a monetary figure mentioned, indicating a disruption or toll on service as trains were canceled or affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railhway
la Porte
Houston Evening Tribune Announces Monthly Subscription Increase
The Houston Evening Tribune reports a new pricing policy effective August 1, raising subscriptions to 20 cents per month. It notes the Prince will be featured and opinions will be presented clearly, with Boyle and WH beginning work on the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Tribune
Cu Boyle
St. Louis and Chicago Savings Highlighted in Report
A compact note cites savings of 80 to 10 pounds in St. Louis and Chicago. Mentions Kansas Waite and a figure described as prelate with phrases like Lobe HG Salstredt and telephont tind, indicating garbled OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Chicago
Kansas
Waite
Lobe HG Salstredt
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Lone Star NO. 1
A.d
Iim
Cosh Montag
Iigiers
Koeller
Mtr
Elf
Alderman Keller
Eminell
Tony
Gran Centrala Depo
Thompson Flour Mill
National Biscuit Company
Dulin Cole
Sheriffs’ Department
G. T. Milles
Bunker
Costello
Feleh
Cain
Charles F. Parker
Stone
Horme
Unie
Coliyal Ta Hafelon
Weeninp Thug
Nie Atylo
Teaiy
Fay Etl
Albany
Minato
Abugalita
Deek Arta
Gallagher
Tegalak
L. R. Danforth
M. E. Church
Haverhill
Mass
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