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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1902

Page

6

Tragic Falls From Hotel Window End Life Of Matthews

A man named Matthews fallen fifty feet from a third story window of the Bristol hotel and died from head injuries. Authorities noted no evidence of foul play and found minor belongings on the scene, including a child’s picture, suggesting a fatal accident during a late night incident. His body was turned over to local undertakers for burial as inquiries continue.

Matthews Yoakum, Terns Asslatyni McFadden Company Brietol Almanil J. G. Blatn de Tensed Deccanod Moss & Wright

Vault of Treasurer's Records Degrades and Risks Loss

A damaged notice details mildewed and decaying treasury records kept in a vault. It notes failures to protect contents, with reports of papers and volumes deteriorating and the safety of the vault and contents at risk if proper measures are not renewed.

Lee Hiaphihk Sole Haverina Cuntordanes Oliver Nikiine Aires Poe Rome Wyltea Ayleiy Ali Fe Pontine

A and M College Attorney Crisp Talks on Institution

Beeville attorney Crisp, returning from Waco, spent yesterday in the city. He attended the Texas Agricultural and Mechanical Association executive committee meeting to plan the fifth annual industrial day meeting set for Greenville on June 25 and 26. The program is expected to be among the best, featuring leading figures from across the organization.

Crisp Beeville Waco Texas Ment Borate Industrial Daycotation Greenville Sascotation

Fragmented Milam Street Work Reveals Structural Strain

A scrambled report describes the North Bank of the Bayou sliding at Milam Street with bridge abutments shifting. Excavations reveal protective measures, outlining city officials and workers plans, delays, and debates over paving, sewers, and payroll as voters prepare for a timely election.

Te Bayou Milam Strent Alona

City Secretary Introduces Auditor to Department Heads

City official Bryin announces Hawklace & Sell representative Mr Brown to audit municipal accounts. Heads of departments ordered to grant access to all books and records. Early progress described as very satisfactory by those involved.

Bryin Brown Hawklace & Sell

Commodore Morgan Honored At Houston Cotton Exchange

Major E W Cave presents a portrait to the Houston Cotton Exchange, honoring Commodore Morgan as a pioneer of Tivow commerce and city leadership in Galveston. The exchange pledges support for future promotions of cotton industry progress and municipal development.

Hountseton Cotton Exchange E. W. Cave Havaton Tos Quokum Motile Hasan Wes Conutiniare Louistinne Che Wlohe Paterthon Meer. A WooGitow Avulan Che Cotton Exchange Mijor Cavers Houston Morgen Dlanston Uae

Voting Boxes and Officers Listed in Local Preliminary

The notice outlines polling places and election officers for the ily Preemita district with details on ward assignments. Included are names of presiding officials, election dates, and procedures for voter participation and ballot handling.

Ily Preemita Folin Tillis CL Smith Woo Bonde W. OY Pirlonoe Uffione

Civil Service Examination Lists Numerous Postal Service Candidates

A long list of named applicants appears for civil service exams for postal positions. The fragment notes many individuals by full or partial names and hints at testing sites and dates, with references to Washington and officials overseeing the process.

Postal Service Yeuleye Ell Werder Bhi Veatetas urniora-Tacob Robert S Seat Chitra Kingbroy Jie Hovert A Ardrely Wit I Asshop Omayedien Howell Miia W. Ewing Charles W. Rode Dillee

Cross of Honor Bestowed on Sabine Pass Survivor

The lone survivor of the Sabine Pass fight, Mies Kyete Rogers, receives the Cross of Honor in a ceremony led by Major Dick Dowling. Veteran officers and mounted troops attend as Rogers is praised for bravery and the Confederate defense reputation. William Griessen is named as the only nondeceased member present of the command.

Mies Kyete Rogers Beauwent Mek Gilod Rowlig Wiliam Giewsen Ehiant Tout Cay Southland Aponii Prater Wink Nrewet Chey Sorelem Kilowsy Wielewinidkerd Winsirwiikens Geo Moohk Eany Flyer NASA Etiemnal Helen Hss Dorey

Perkins and Perkins Bride Unite In Walker Avenue Parlor

Mies Lelia Pigid Maggard daughter of Mr and Mrs PD GO Maggard wed Bret C Perkins last night at her parents home on Walker avenue in a parlor ceremony. The quiet event brought together family and close friends in a modest celebration.

Mies Lelia Pigid PD. GO. Maggard Bret C. Perkins Walker Avenue Beau

Prominent citizen inflates clash of local leaders in a quarrel

A city figure compared President Moorevelt to Governor Davia of Arknosts amid heated talk of reform and turnover in the administration. The discourse touched on municipal governance, taxes, and calls for accountability as residents await changes and potential shifts in leadership.

Moorevelt Davia Arknosts Mayer Blank

Unclear Personal Mentions From Galveston Newsroom Gossip

A string of scattered personal notes mentions Duncan of Dallas and others in varied venues. References include travelers to San Antonio, Houston, New York, and Washington with unspecified roles, plus a note on a social event May 26 and a Great Northern line connection.

Wilton Fu Peulstiers Rive Sariting Peliendadim T. A Dramnoor Hin San Antonio Charles V. Folee Onvlweo Totoriathiopal Testo Wie Great Northern Dorwer Anetin Housti Guitete Dnd Mire Howard Po Smith New York Fon. Daniels Fett He International Washington Ronton Bbe Mipiex Galette Cron Marnieg Anette

City Briefs Fragmented Undelivered Teletype Notes

Fragmented OCR reads list of names places and events with unclear details. Mentions several locations such as Westport and Poalduck and various people including Mil at Sheary and Erkest. The text appears as an unreliable jumble signaling a local notices page rather than a coherent report.

Tatesram Vis Muthy Sheary Rhinery Pscattermoon Poalduck VOW Ooenien Movlowen Seaidetion Sophentia Dantitian Mepadon Watt Peremenddo Tim Westeriton Telegraph I Epier Milay M. Erkest Cohonot J Te. Newton

Public School Principals and School Vacancies in City District

The city school board lists principal positions and vacancies across multiple high and elementary schools. Names such as De La Matpy Hawthorne Castara and Waite appear, with references to vacancies and salaries, and ongoing vacancies in several campuses awaiting appointment.

Iret WL Pp Suiltoy Anceieding Sidny Rewigidd Hee Himillion Select de la Matpy Anitla Coat Nivfellow Briolds Fannin Janesoi Wriot Harta

Handkerchief Bacar at Liberty Avenue Church Event

A handkerchief from the Liberty Avenue Baptist church will be held this afternoon at 4 o clock. The event involves items from different states and a meal will be served to attendees.

Liberty Avenue Baptist Church Avenage

Fragmented OCR Text Yields Unclear Local Note

The readable fragments mention various names and terms without a cohesive event. The passage appears as garbled OCR from a newspaper page with scattered references to people places and items but no clear incident or notice.

Funerals and Memorials Mentioned in Local Notice

A fragmented obituary notice references graveside services and sermons for Mis Matiie f Hardeman Pooh and Henriette Woeenteth at Teledu and Wowie DLS, with scattered details of locations Newton West Virginia and surrounding areas. The text lists several names and geographic hints amid garbled OCR style.

F. Hardeman Feuny Plisiesaue Ofeliek Wii Ely Hee Maunies Newton iGe Rae Witstont

Unclear OCR Letter Draft From Anwtin Containing Names

Fragmentary text lists names and places with many misspellings. Mentions Anwtin and Chin wheter with a Tibet lng, tying to a grand jodse claim. Likely a personal notice or draft with scattered references to individuals and locations.

Ain Yam Hiren Linenen Outnink Bhialehts Bor Heanor Ritienell Anwtin Mitton Witlee Nubia S. Matec Mr. San Seware Alenapastemi

Temple Beth Israel Confirmations

The article notes four individuals named Tomwes Milkeow Reale Colon Hortig Kopin teate Pleats and Minile Zipdier receiving confirmations at Temple Beth Israel. It mentions their recitation of commitments tied to Tulsa and a program previously published in The Post, with details reportedly descended from an official source.

Temple Beth Wnye

Verdict in Accidental Killing Trial Returns Verdict

The jury returned a verdict in the killing of Jose Monteiro on a city street. The judge adjourned the case as the accidental nature of the incident was determined, with no intent shown by the defendant.

Fustion Matthews Yetterday Jose Montéeiro

Unclear OCR Item on Debate Proceedings

Fragmentary OCR text shows names like Vasmer Rocock and Judge Sock amid a telecast debate or legal proceeding. The readable parts include a call for a challenge to a judge and references to minutes and timing, but most content is garbled and unobtainable. The piece lacks a coherent event, date, or location.

Miro W. Rocock Vasmer Vaenier Callenge Sock Borsikk Renly Rocock Ac Cotauming Judea Vasmer Mr. Heck R. Bonosk

Turret Crew Aims for Perfection in Target Practice

Fragmentary report describes a turret crew performing target practice with no clear date or location. The text mentions Me Ta Nyvar and North Atle lines but remains largely indecipherable, omitting verifiable names or outcomes for proper context.

Keargarge Seeretyey Kearsirre Binney Eerie

Untitled Local Notice From Faded OCR

Fragmented text appears to reference a committee and election matters with names and roles unclear. The readable parts mention a committee, representatives, and a primary level event, but details are not coherent.

Texana in New York Syed ta Th Peay Now Yapk

Fragmented OCR notes describe a New York event with references to places such as Poway and Chipley and names including Frank Valletta and Gonzales. The text mentions a summer opening and attendance but lacks coherent details.

Texana New York Syed Ta New Yorker Valletta Alies I Tae S. Dine Bt Donia Wittium Nate Chipley Broadway Cental

Also Mentioned on This Page

E. W. Matthews of Yoakum MR. Blair B. Blakr Glhner Mr. Blake Whitlow Wade U.S Olsen College of Yexne Polat Grannily Mexico Urisp Heaton Etterly the A. and M. College Rita Wemanly Honadt Leo Slilieg Mary Cowie Siti Syed Eel Leesipe Ohio Fia Cork Dinalintatul Nantay Apurlsere UN Liege Drene Indore Hononte Alrende Jini Nice Ratined Sagan Morvechy Enatom Cole Casale Arinal Police Ec Eles Commodore Morgan Maggard Odds and Enda W. Phek Shlowaton Saw Husky Oris Corteigen Wootier Iit Seare Lhete Eteet Nifelly Decoratyit Hector Ietetia Leeds Arepesainnep Eulock Moxtio Olympiy Ooera Company la Mascotte Sinatch King Lorene Alenaider Baylor Eugene Row’ Viligtit GM. Duncan Dallas Prawn Qulveston Wer Hsa Daly Rice Palace G. d. iPalmer General Chaiman Varrrare Neevetiar Mtoe Jie Boddwadort Deering Bering Cortes Corner Prairie Milam Health Department Houston Plumbing & Rife, Co Food and Milk Inspection Dr Noble Weagen Teodwimhhurg Sheriffs! Department Adam Lardifor Telegia Ieee Eaasiord SH Neeleek Cigie Posas Bos Craw Henriet Nuesterans Joseph Lewis Osler Tosenk Lewin Osler Wienek Cel Stiry Pullin KD Mont Roca Ea Vaughan CAR ‘ Asufactonng Stn Houston, Texas Grand Lodge Wien Gonzales Panger Pierce Joe Clark Moe Hall Dew Mic
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