Big Land Purchase Amid Oil Field Debates
A 7000 acre land sale between Beaumont and Galveston to a syndicate of London capitalists stands alongside reports of delayed wells and rising demand for fuel oil in the Texas oil fields. Geologist W. M. Mushugh notes potential artesian connections could unlock vast value, while companies like Spindle Top and Ground Floor push drilling efforts as Huntley Refining plans fuel deliveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leronco
Feaumont
Galveston
Zoudeo
W. M. Mushugh
Coullchet
Beaumont
Apa Goether
Big W
Beremson L Rodwood
Elf
London
Eugitris
Wim
Ian
Elios
Othur Poolilen
Aberhenit
Epladle
Aten
Tommy Way
High Island
Hair Vigor Promises Thick Dark Hair Growth
Promote Hair Vigor as a solution for thinning hair from mothers with fine strands. Claims to nourish and give long thick dark hair. Marketed by Aleray or Ayer Co., with distribution in Nowell, Mase., urging readers to try for improved fullness.
Heywood brothers boost oil venture in Beaumont era
In Beaumont Texas July 28 the Heywood brothers Ailen Tower O W Wood and W Scott rise as major oil investors. Their Heywood Oil Company aims to fund storage tanks piping and marketing assets, while a trial well boomed 207.4 feet and forecast output of 56000 barrels daily at high price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaumont
Texas
Heywood Brothers
Anmiong
Ah Bed
Bhererd Staten
Alli Hey Worl Company
Old Magnatox
Tower
W. Scott
Obie
W. Heswood
Jase A. Crarhela
wAliooln
California
Thie Dow
Kloniike
Fenttry
Mgr. Herwesl
States
Scott Herweel
Vance Gird
Tle Retirawan Investments
Dewer
W. Heywood
Chicago
Heywood-Cshiwell
Alba Heywool Company
Alba Heywood
Terweol
Ken Dewey
Catie
Dewey
Ihealite
Alanen
Haywood Nowreth
Fratorico Saban
Oil Charters Filed With Secretary of State
The Morgan Oil and Coal Company of Corsicana filed oil charters today with the secretary of state to prospect for oil and other minerals. Capital stock is set at 50,000, with directors named in the filing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atsiin
Treas
Olea
Oll
Morgan of and Coal Company
Corsicana
unclear OCR fragment summary
unreadable text fragment with broken names and scattered phrases. no coherent event or entities clear enough to summarize into a factual newspaper item.
Oil Stocks Active as Beaumont Confederated Leads Demand
Trading on the Chicago Oil Exchange shows continued vigor with Beaumont Confederated, nicknamed the Streetwear and Allern company, leading demand at 25. Chicago Crude trades near 28 with limited sales at that level as KO and Pipe stocks hold near 1.04. Multiple names including Grace and National Oil appear with notable price moves and a handful of lots change hands amid steady activity and rising interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Efea
Wn Stock Exchange
Bentimont
Allern
Chicago
Witch & Cotta
Wales
Arly Beaumont Geyer
Goyl
Tod
Hien
Pat
Gulveston Geyaer
Eines Bild
Ataee
Wentorn
Leo Pence
Trenton Roark
United States
Vventavitta
Marco Waawsiae
BO Atis
Belontimr
Svesees
Cron
Bag
Laveky
Sprinkling Oil on Roads Led County Supervisor’s Tale
A foggy county report from California recounts Supervisor Thredore F. White describing road oiling and sprinking methods. It cites experiments, soil concerns, oil quantity, and cost comparisons to coal sprinkling, noting weather impacts and the need for proper drainage to prevent road damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Thredore F. White
Sam Bernarding County
Fat County
Padehon
White
Ani
Harcovn
Aprinklin
Katy
Rey Houta
Piedras Pintas Well Casing Work Again Delayed
The Piedras Pintas well near Benavides three miles from Piedras Pintas reports another suspension of casing work. Buttersond Reg. notes the delay as a condition of the Alfr] Wotdow Lines option. The Poet correspondent cites inability to continue and mentions a potential hospital visit following the pause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corpus Christi
Texas
Benavides
Piedras Mintas
Pestenday
San Antonia
Piédras Piutan
Prodigious Corsicamea Man Remains in Hearne Area
A visitor described as a prodigious man from Corsicamea spent several days in Hearne area. Details are sparse as the record provides only limited notes on his stay and background.
Officers Elected at Chicago and Texas Oil Company Meeting
The Chicago and Texas Oil Company directors elected W. C. More as president and A Jia as secretary among others. The Hillsboro sprinkling plant and oil operations are noted with references to July 27 and morning activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nigit
Chicago
Texas
Ol Compuns
W. C. More
Iad Pr
Jia
Wien
Anor
Wesigbasit
Drew, Troengurer
Hillsboro
Iifiehoro
Tewak
Algeria
Local Texas Briefs from Bryan on July 27
A Bryan Texas report notes a gathering of many attendees, with up to 10 000 present at peak times. The event aims to support the Third Regiment and features prominent figures from Warro and surrounding communities. Participants include KK. W. u tin wm, Hoxie, M Miller and others as they travel to the rally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Firrvan
Texas
Juy
Walker
Waro
Olf
Hoxie
Moon M. Miller
Lelvirite
Dee Wills
Sanders
Jahtston
Restenliy
Kerrville News Highlights Local Socials and Visits
Kerrville notes from July 25 include Mrs Sy Davenport hosting a dance at St Charles Hotel lawn with Mrs Cavendor of Peart as guests. J G Adams and family arrived from Mi Trae to settle in Kerrville. I P Sorrel of Wiarton spent several days visiting. Miss Susie Lively, confined for a year, is reported to be very low today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kerrville
Teras
M. Cavendor
Peart
Sy 0
Davenport
Mra
Caveslor
Lee
St. Charles
Altre
J. G. Adiima
Rereville
Dos de
Adams
Tere
B. Sorrel
Wiarton
Hie
Ay Naiter
Amipes Onn
Sula Dollittte
Lytle
Magegle Uoleiian
Mexico
Lemme Romachet
Orenille
Susi Lively
pWist
Yall
Mount Calm Matters
Mount Calm Texas on July 20 reports Cite Mar wha Steingen employs the elle one viet In opening appen ateents and greatly improves the city’s appearance. Selling bales of hay 44 cents per bushel and new groceries on fran street. The town’s cornBand formed the meshe. Mount Calm’s growing reputation draws demand beyond capacity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mont ‘Calm
Texas
Steingen
J. Blanlinen
Hubbard
Pemer
Fran Straet
Niles
Alvin Knights of Pythias Install Officers in Alvin
Alvin Texas lodge No 185 Knights of Pythias installed new officers after a July meeting. Deputy Grand Chancellor Jo T Khomlay will serve for the ensuing term along with W J Bywood, HW J Maldrow as Viewchancellor, M S Brent as Master of ceremonies, James Pitaceratt as Prelate Romley and Bee as at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alvin Knights of Pythias
Alvin
Texas
Alvin Lodge No
Knights of Pythian
Camhdmlor Jo T. Khomlay
W. J
Woul
Adars
J. Maldrow
Viewchancellor
Brent
James Pitaceratt
Romley
Anise
Eimbraeh
Hiner
Kidd
Brephens
Cattle Damage Case Delayed as Jury Fails to Reach Verdict
Gouthern Jones v. the Galt Colorado and Santa Fe Railway Company and others in Texas July session. jury unable to agree, given a Teresy until Monday. Trial resumes next week with schedule to be set, ongoing cattle damage dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bierman
Texas
Gouthern Jones
Galt
Colorado
Santi Fe Railway Company
Waether
Thi Vane
Somervell County Old Settlers Picnic Report
Somervell County Old Settlers event led by Glen Rowe on July 2 at the Glen site. Attendance included Pennie and others with peaceful, orderly camping and festivities. Campers and visitors observed quiet behavior with no major incidents reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somervell County
Glen Rowe
Union Baptist Association meeting announced in Alvin
The Union Baptist Association announces its next session, to be held in Alvin starting the Sunday before Labor Day. The event gathers Baptist leaders, moderators, and delegates from nearby churches for preaching, reports, and fellowship.
Likely Fatal Wound In OnkriNe Incident
A well known local foreman named Sir Terry, travelling on a rural road near Reeds, Karate county, was wounded by a rifle in what is described as an attempted killing. The wound is serious and may prove fatal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OnkriNe
Texas
Sir Terry
Reeds
Karate
Corsicana News Items From Civic Roundup
Local Corsicana items note Texas matters including the Garitti Rifles and Lighthorse complaints returning from Austin. Unclear names and actions are recorded in a terse civic update.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ceralang
Texas
Garitti Rifles
Lighthorse
Tala Aithenon
Austin
Sa Jouns
Lemna
Nervous diseases treatment claims iron for relief
An advertisement touts Dr Harter iron tonic as a cure for nervous debility and various troubles. It alleges iron boosts energy, relieves headaches sleeplessness and heart palpitations, and restores vigor to vital organs. The copy urges purchase of the tonic with a mailed order offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartera
Encampment at Mabry Ends as Mobile Army Returns
Camp Mabry Texas closes its encampment after a week of rigorous drills. West Point cadet Arching Lieutenant Quinn Gray and officers praise the guard’s readiness and the soldiers’ discipline. Private Preston Mocker dies of illness during the stay. Major General Openheimer announces resignation plans. Officers plan to ship remains home tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabry
Texas
Beni
United States Army
Quinn Gray
Midor Atty Podiupdin
Secon
United States
Point
Turlough
Waco
Jim Texas
Meadenty
India
Desien
AL Aid Binker
Butler
Goehpyinkz
Mussneljuyetts
Burker
Preston Mocker
Mind Wifes
Merehill
Mt Tiean
Ely Orpinal
Poentietiia
Tiret
Ontip Mabry
Wattoy
Synlth
Dhenlain
Huntsville Social Scene Brims With Festive Buzz Despite Crash
A lively Huntsville gathering features applauding guests, dancing, and ceremonial air. Notables from Waverly, Conteyville, Melton, and Big Springs attend, with hospitality at Mrs. 1 BS Rather’s home and a barbecue hosted by local families.
Our Vacuum Developer Offers Quick Cure for Disordered Health
An advertisement proclaims a local treatment called Our Vacuum Developer that cures stricture varicocele and related conditions in 1 to 4 weeks without drugs or electete bolts. It claims rapid restoration of health for old men, youth, and those with weak manhood, endorsed by leading U S physicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Applinnes
United States
Davien
Lina
Capes
Bina
Thorpe Block
Beaumonts Building Boom Brisk in Revumert Texas
Beaumont reports rapid construction with twenty new projects in progress including a brick store on the corner of aly and a three story granite front building on Forsythe street. Plans include a large factory hotel on Calder avenue and a $4000 sanitary project plus marble finishes as part of the city’s improvement drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Revumert
Texas
Beanmont
Aly
Crockett Atimerts Tvetory Urlek
Houlevard
Hildesrann
Ranite
Huilding
Forsythe Street
Oper Howe
Orleans Street
Istiiet
Calder Avenue
Visitors at Mineral Wells Texas July 27
A stream of visitors arrived at Mineral Wells with many prominent guests from Tyler Dallas and Houston. Names include Mrs A Sheela Miss Myrtle Rachhs and Mrs Moore from Thewh. others from Dallas Fort Worth and Denver joined the weeklong gathering at the mineral water resort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mineral Wells
Texas
John M Donean
Tyler
Wells
St A
Sheela
Meraigera
Ternivann
Wire
A. F. Merkiinnot
Helton
Lew Shelton
God Filla Hoatelini
Brumby
Gibson
Sweetwater
Boa
Bo Colemin
Richardson
Ph Karher
Renn
Sam Monter
Jef de Molen
W. A. Hanger
Kort Worth
Ola Tyr
Marie Waters Teft
Berrel
Bere
Mra
Medmont Hotel
J. A. Aoinen
Atlas
Wilks Pott
Joliet AL
Woo
Kearns
Willian Camere de UN
Aire
W. C. Korbern
Meadar
Colorada
Mr. Torhirn
Hygiene
Firbors
Wintercat
Denver
Tadlew
Missy Sarah Sehontes
Ming Allen
Bernew Tey
J. A. Leach
Missionipilts
M. Menard
Theo TM. Oes
Prestient
Gens Vral
Weatherford, Mineral Welly and Northwestern Railroad
GB Govard
Waco
TC. BR
Deiritin Haw
Wonteville
Ada
Wuditer
Gulf En Krave
Port Worth
Grosaman
Houston
Big Wee
R. F. Fisher
Santa Pe
Fuel Petroleum Seeks Texas Contracts and Stock Sales
The text announces contracting for plies of Fuel Petroleum across Houston and Texas and urge inquiries for oil and stock exchange dealings. It mentions cash transactions, margins, and requests for buyers to contact about stock and property sales and mineral lands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Houston
Texas
Fragmentary Local Names and Travels Across Towns
The text lists scattered names and movements including residents and visitors traveling between Fl Paso Alling Wells Dalles Clarksville Worth and Lake Minnetonka. It mentions Mrs B Carver Mr Ma BE ton Edward mid tantly save three and various hotel and express connections with no clear singular event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carver
Minnetonka
Minn
Binet
Dalles
Sith
S. Tt
McMullen
Wolla-Fargo
Rt. Blackwell
Texans in New York: July 7 society notes
Texans in New York register names and places including Mrs W Th Rt Naverre and O M Pulley in Galveston and Austin figures linked to social events. The jumbled item lists several individuals and residences such as Astor and Colonagr, with unclear connections and scattered initials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New
Tome Poneton
W. Th
O. M. Pulley
William D. Cleveland
Ialveston
J. Moony
Dontty
Astor
Austin
George Ash
Tig
San Antonio
Arthur Marlboroigh
T Gee
O. M. Young
Unclear text from Lockhart area notes and visitors
Fragmented OCR listing names and places in Lockhart Texas including visitors and local figures. References to Ban Sala Sun BabA Caltt wiftied and a grocery head bookkeeper in Caldwell county with scattered mentions of Fentress and Miss Mamle Steele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lockhart Grocey
Calswell County
Thirne
Fentress
Bank Opens In Sherman Texas As National Lender
A new bank opens in Sherman Texas named Saher Klock with capital of £100000. Officers listed include president Brenta vice Edwards and cashier Aadk. The event marks a significant addition to the local financial scene with a planned day of operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Bank
Sher Sherman
Texas
Evil National Bank of Saher Klock
Reese
Ferie Brenta
Aadk
Edwards
Cisller
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Beaumont Field
Fitziugh
Chicage Crude Gl Company
Watch
Spindle Aera
Alfely
Cat- Siemen
Consolidated Oil Company
Noe
Gopser Ol Company
W. B. Sharp
Prather
D. O. Lively
J. D. Crawford
Moss
W. ©. Stribling
Stebling Learne
Vinton
Onde
Strijbling
Actea
Loulainns
Tilendleate
Tbele
Ledisidna Tand Jh
Nian Ttt Mvets
Beldl Tien
Huntley Ou”Ana Refining Company
Aures
Glover Hatierbon
Serrseeys
Ail Dregalet
A & Ayer O0
Nowell, Mase
OM Matyas
Carrol
Collier
Cwenteanb
A Chapman
Bills County
Bradies OT Company
Gober
Dpmand
Hearne
Bearoe Texen
Corsicamea
Safani
Eau
Bryan
Kerrvilla News
Union Baptist Association
Military Academy
Openheimer
Hile
Honaton Lyeht Guild
Hans Ton Cavalry
Qomntiges
Dasifent
Huntsville
Tesan
Howe
Blatey
Volta
Hill of Waverly
Sue BS
Waverly
Carvie Mirkbunman
Aston
Mes
Minn Mumle
Miss Taulow
Melton
Anil
Polit Sanith
Hamar
Ite
Arisitun
Batt
Pht Minfeiler
Madianville
Durleene
Dae L. Dheon
Dianiaville
Pivevey
W. 1
Cates Tilly
BR. Seay
Matteauville
Crockett Apint
Midway
Bariicue
Diber
Halligan
Infiteh
Adair
Caesar
Vitaline
Sam Hoy
Mauie
F. Hobingon
Batale Capeale Paso
Denarturca
Fuel Petroleum
Oil and Stock Exchange
R. W. Gamble
Sone
Abi
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