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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1902

Page

5

Cavalry camp drills and planned sham battle at Texas camp

Troops from the Twelfth Cavalry perform riding drills including figure eights and a spiral under Lt. H. N. leading, praised by hundreds. Captain Caldwell’s troop A conducts a general exhibition drill. A major sham battle is planned for Monday with increased ammunition and parade ground procurement to support the exercise. General orders assign guard details and supply distribution for the camp.

Texas Twelfth H. N Caldwell Patterra Tcere Cam Capthin McConnell Fort Worth Reah Ives Cereditarilly

Army Camp Report Details Second Infantry Drills

Col R W Hearne praises Second Infantry officers at camp in Tyler Texas. Col Oro Wahrmund and Congressman Smayden visit as artillery drills proceed with volunteers, guards, and mounted displays. Health camp excellent with no patients. divisions, patrols, and guard mounts described amid routine duties and forthcoming movements to the capital city.

Oro Wahrmund San Aptonio Naarte Congressman Smayden

THAT PALESTINE MUDDLE

Secretary of Machinists Association replies to Bryan interview about Agricultural and Mechanical college students taking strike workers’ jobs in Palestine Texas. Letter from acting president R H Whitlock is published, claiming responsibility for sending workers and noting governor’s planned investigation. Letter dated June 13 1902 from J S Howard Palestine Texas College Station Texas and French Lodge International Association of Ainomtolane (sic) included.

Machinists Association Toat Office of Machinists’ Executives Committee International Ool Great Northern Railroad Palestine Texas Bryan Geroy Trice Agricultural and Mechanical College Minechin- Intel Videe R. H. Whitlock T. Howard Palestion College Station Rosana Tral Howard French Todge Ainomtolane

Oil Shipments Fall Off as Rumor Stirs in Beaumont

Oil news from Beaumont on July 24 reports widespread interest in refinery activity around Spindle Top and Port Arthur. Sherman trial developments, garnishment actions, and refinery plans dominate the market chatter with several companies announcing new wells and walking-beam rigs while production faces post-strike slowdowns. General J. W. Strayer and other executives visit the area as investors watch for signs of improved shipments and prices.

Oil pipeline charter filed with Jennings home base

The McFarlain Oil and Pipe Line Company with a $250,000 capital and Jennings address was recorded today. Directors are A. D. McFar, W. H. Conxiin, C E. Wooten, J T Hardly, and J. W. Albright. the capital block is nearly subscribed. Material for a corral and gondover project to Hoskins mound will be fed by the Texas Oil Wn Mining Co. expert J. W. Aprorenian will supervise on the ground.

Nlon Tesag Conistenetion Company Oetober Warton Manhattan Albert Snell Ile Stat New Oil Company Lake Charles Daly McFarlain Ol Jennings A. D. McFar Jason W. H. Conxiin E. Wooten J.T Hardly J. W. Albright Velasco Texan Orrick Hoskins Mound Texla OU Wn Mining Company J. W. Aprorenian Pennsylvania of Expert

Corsicana Starts New Oil Drilling Phase On Density Twenty Well

Corsicana Texas July 2 A Wo Tam mill begins active coresea­ma operator work with density twenty wells. This marks the first operations after a long pause about a year ago. More wells are expected to be drilled this fall, aiming to revive Corsicana’s oil activity.

Corsicana Texas Fiere Coreseama

Galveston Dealers Favor Emergency Cement Rates

Galveston cement importers and produce men react to proposed emergency rates amid railroad commission actions. The Chamber of Commerce backs adjustments as rates on Galveston to Beaumont and other routes show reductions from 12 to 25 percent, with details on various city to city distances and costs. Johnston and officials push for the adjustment while awaiting official reaction.

Galveston Wexa Dily Jingrer Polit Chamber of Commerce Ganene Laporte Ceimiat Phe Kate San Antonin Binet New Orleans LM Dilles New York Johnston Slotius

NEW COUNTY OFFICE CANDIDATES SHAPE VICTORIA TEXAS RACE

In Victoria Texas the county posts a race with old officials like tax collector and sheriff candidates lining up. Incumbent H. Cullomiar faces challengers while County Judge Fen Fle seeks re election as others move into county offices. Voters watch a heated campaign with names such as Mayor Setineider and former Sheik figures in play.

Victoria Texas Willie Ellewlil Wnd Pirson Callender Nas Bern Hiely Preaeot EL Setineider Soilivan Order of Tas Lax Collmeter H. Cullomiar Robert Weliiger Bales Juidge Fen Vdmont Vort Hellmont Stunt Wi Ie Evie Coed Will Jarden

Longtime Texas merchant to retire after deal

Mr Marc Levy, one of the oldest and best known Texas merchants, is to permanently retire from business. The transaction involves the New of Levy Brow and a large stock of merchandise and other assets transferred to Mr Levy. Papers are to be used for securing the day or two ahead in the deal.

Marlin Tenzas Marx Lery Levy Brow Interrar Iin Mertbandien Mow Levy Frat Ae Marc Leve Texas Hie Ebsser Fritieh Pale Para

Boilermakers Strike Over Hours At Wilcon Shop

Boilermakers in the Wilcon shop quit work yesterday afternoon after a wage dispute. They asked for a nine hour day instead of ten, and the demand was denied. The men claim their hours exceed nine, a condition affecting more than ten workers.

Tessas Wilcon

Galveston Strike Remains Unchanged As Workers Stand Firm

Reports from the Santa Fe general manager's office say the machinists strike's status is unchanged with no negotiations underway. Management sees no immediate settlement prospects and notes conditions have not improved since yesterday.

Galveston Santa Fe

New Bank at Frisco Texas Opens With 25000 Capital

Washington July 21 The comptroller of the currency authorized the First National Bank of Frisco Texas to begin business with a capital of 25000.

Frisco Washington F Woo Texas

Bignature of Ainay Beare The Kind You Hana

The fragment reads like a garbled note referencing a signature or signature-related item. No clear date person or organization is recoverable, but mentions a possible entity Ainay Beare and a general reference to signature.

Beveridge Willing to Speak Four Times in Fifteenth District

Be prepared for Indiana Senator Beveridge to give at least four speeches in the Fifteenth congressional district. Friends of J C Scott circulated private telegrams to counter Bailey’s Garner campaign, and the Beagument intensifies as the race warms up.

J. C. Scott Begum Texane the Post Benator Beveridge Indiana Beveridge Scott Bailey Garner

New Chairman Elected After July Texas Convention

Tubtin Texas reports a switch in leadership as Hon J O M Preslor of Comanche is elected chairman amid a stalled convention. Speeches from T J Powell and S Paidieford address the crowd while 1000 ballots are counted with no decisive result. Adjournment occurs with little progress and hopeful candidates await a resolution.

Tubtin Texas Dr. Barry J. OM. Preslor Comanche Preslor Middie Darling

San Patricio County Republicans Name Delegates for Congressional Convention

Mathis Texas July 22 Republicans of San Patricio County held a meeting to select delegates for the congressional convention at Moreville July 28 and to exchange preferences on candidates. Delegates Finlan Gardiner Raines Strickland Wall were instructed to back Beattie for Minginges and to support Roosevelt for president, with handwriting noting party unity and nomination aims.

Mathis Texas Sullivan Republicana San Pateleio County Moresvilly J. Co Bowtt Mrr Snyedt Ealler Chitty Suliton Orlock Mom Do. Gurtinee Matnia Cemiporaty Chairan D.s. Denwa Finlan Gardiner Raines FLW Strickland Miingrees Drat Laet Resalitione Roosevelt

State socialists nominate two tickets in Texas conventions

The Texas socialists held two conventions in San Antonio and Dallas naming tickets for governor. Both factions present rival candidates with similar reform platforms, while denying affiliation between branches and opposing major party candidates.

Texas San Antonio Texan Socialiste of Texas Clie Ore Willie Ingun Antonio Democratic Aid Republicag Dallas Freemin Bedite Fielul A. Ht Lilien Jb

Starr County Republicans Contested County Line Move

Fragmented text notes a July political event in Starr County with attempts to redraw district lines and references to public notices. The report mentions committee activity and party leadership, but details are unclear and names are fragmented.

Attempt to Dissolve Injunction in Hibbor Texas Case

A motion to dissolve an injunction is filed in Hibbors Texas with Attorney Uren arguing the motion seeks only to remove the obstacle to the case. The judge and court are urged to proceed toward a final determination to uphold law and order in the matter.

Hibbors Texas Joly Honeslave Urenwoo

Col Wilbur Lanham Plans Speaking Tour After War Roles

Weatherford Texas July 24 Colonel WT Lanham starts a speaking tour today beginning with remarks on ex Confederate religion. He will then move to Liana and Moichert to address communities about his postwar duties and public affairs.

Colsriel Lanham Weatherford Teres Lanham Liana Moichert Tille Amexwinte

Falls County Republicans Set County Ticket Plan

Falls County Republican executives in Marlin Texas on July 24 decide to place a county ticket on the Meld ballot. The committee estimates the county Republican voting strength at BSA.

Falls County Marlin Texan Falls Couty Hse BSA

Admiral Schley Invited to Dallas for October Fair

Dallas will invite Admiral Schley to visit in October as part of the Texas State Fair exposition progress. A committee of Commercial Club directors led by Frank Halland was formed to press the invitation with the State of Texas, the State Fair, and Dallas. The group includes J T Treesvant Joral A Ferris Alex Sanger Philip Lindsley and others.

Dallas Texas Admiral Schley Cnry

Death by Self-inflicted Shooting Near Dublin

Fort Worth July 24. William Carr aged 4 died from a gunshot in a self inflicted act six miles from Dublin. Hinkey was found dead at his home with the head blown from the body after a double barreled shotgun discharge. The weapon lay on the ground with a stripe attached to the trigger. Carr was a widow with nine children. No further details are available.

Fort Worth Tern William Carr Dublin Hinkey Carr Willems

Penitentiary Board meets over Cane Crop and Sugar Mill

The Texas State penitentiary board held a special afternoon meeting at Austin on July 24 to discuss harvesting plans for sugar cane on the William Clemons farm. Four thousand acres are in cultivation and the new Blue sugar mill is expected to be completed by October 10.

Austin Texas Tonrmdt Suurar Cone William Clemons Mina

Swearingen Quarantine Vessel Named at Galveston Port

Texas announces a quarantine vessel named Swearingen in honor of Dr. J M Swearingen at Galveston Port. State Health Officer Tabor announces funds of about five thousand dollars to support the dedication and ongoing containment efforts.

Avatin Texas Tabor Tint Gal Venton Swearingen

Texas quarantine orders and appointments amid wartime notices

Local notices announce quarantine officer instructions for Texas ports and the appointment of Davis of Houston as quarantine master and aide de camp. Other items include charter filings for a social club, land purchases, and the Summer Normal Examinations schedule with notes on local weather and education updates.

Austin Teane Davis Houston Ean

Southern Specialist Offers Free Eye Treatment Promotion

The Southern Specialists advertise extended free treatment with limited offers to August 1. They claim to cure many eye issues with a Bryant style approach, inviting disclosures of conditions, and promise free consultation and home treatment details. Offices listed in Houston Texas with branch contacts and free consultation.

Texas Carge Kyo United States Glenwea Ginsnes Moore Burnett Houtons Yexan Bouthern Peteat Routherh Speecialiste Kaioy Autinerence Woee Pexas Keith Aequment Terns Conmiltation Free

Local dignitaries visit for state department meeting

Jomea G Siavden of San Antonio travels today en route to Liaw for a large celebration where he will deliver a speech. Jigs A Woods New ton County judge will preside at the city ceremony. John B Payton of Trinity a penitentiary board member attends the special meeting. Townsend of Hobettady county joins the event with the comptroller's department. CML company representative from Houston is in the city on state business. Lucy and Ruth Gore visit relatives in Woeotoche.

Jomea G. Siavden San Antonio Cli A. Woods Newton County State Departments John B. Payton Trinity Penitentiary Board Save’ Diay Townsend Hobettady Countrie Bitslnewe J. Bonner Nouthweat. Tra CML Company Honston Lucy Ruth Gore Woeotoche

Machinery Arrived in Whoeo Texas for Wharf Mill Setup

Frèz Ineralls thont of the timehipery for the Waen Kill tag mill revived yesterday afternoon and will be installed at anse by Wiallding ta cendy. Once set up, work will begin with sample goods only. full production awaits completion.

Whoeo Texas Anse

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