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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1902
Page
2
The column blends a brief weather summary with unsettled local news. It mentions a self-inflicted shooting, Democratic prospects for 1804, imperialism, and the money question, alongside miners' strikes and potential production curtailment.
A garbled vote scene shows discussions on relief for Cota and civil service law tests. Senators debate presidential power, with references to Treasury and naval tests and internal party divisions. Conflicting reports name Rebecca Tarlock’s pension case and possible direct treaty moves by the president amid Senate pressure.
Readable fragments recount a legislative session discussing appropriations and routes, a plan to build for a memorial to Abraham Lincoln, and references to Revolutionary War martyrs. It mentions a civil government order spanning June to unspecified dates and places including Washington and Fredericktown Virginia.
A garbled report describes events at Aldershot and references the Union, crowds on a road in low conditions, and various distorted names including Tate and Rome. The text remains unclear, with missing context and unreadable phrases throughout.
The report mentions an affirmed high court ruling, bail set at 5000 dollars for Le Grand of Homparead, and political notes on Governor Barére's condition. It also notes a new steamer Guffey arriving at Port Arthur and a labor strike affecting the Eastern area.
Fragmentary prose reports J. Rountieé campaigning Burhet County for a state senate renomination. The Reventh areteliy creation hints at party factional activity and a public statement by Cohgrokinitin Henry on the renomination bid.
Weather dampens cotton output in the Atlantic states while other sectors show modest gains on Wall Street. Rain and showers disrupt harvests and trade, with traders eyeing next week's weather outlook and market moves across regional commodities.
A weak stomach complicates digestion causing uneasiness after meals and belching. Hood's Sarsaparilla is praised by B. Hieemas of W Cheslor Pa for helping stomach woes and nervous symptoms, reducing nausea and improving overall system health.
Local advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills as strengthening and toning the stomach and entire digestive system. The copy emphasizes improved digestion and overall health through these patent remedies.
Rome reports indicate success in talks among Judge Toft governor of the Philippine islands and Vatican over the Friar lands. Four of five papal cardinals on the negotiating committee support the plan while a clash looms with Filipino religious orders over land use and payment to the Propagation of the Faith.
Fragmented market update shows prices and activity behaving erratically across sectors. References to wheat soybeans corn and livestock appear distorted with unclear valuations and shifting demand signals.
City attorney reviews orderly paving plan after a vote on Thursday while residents push for timely repair. Officials weigh options and consider state guidance before issuing a final city directive on which blocks will be paved and when.
Invitations pour in from all sections as the president plans a national tour. Notable figures and civic leaders expect the president to meet with prominent residents at events in major cities and museums, highlighting unity and policy aims.
At 10 o'clock in the morning, Senora Aysalis de Quenada, the Cuban minister designate, was escorted to the White House by Secretary Wilbur May and presented credentials to President Roosevelt. The event was deemed ceremonial with little expected substance beyond formalities.
Movement of ocean vessels noted with arrivals from Havant and Liverpool routes. Vessels such as Arrived: Fxtelstat to Port Badi and Arivelin to Port Werrinnd Bellowshue color. No departures recorded. traw Culvistod bound for Liverpoeal. Passed: Weetrichan to Bristol?
In Tyler Texas on June 16 the caspary suit against the Western Railway, seeking $156,000 in damages, was postponed to July 16. The case questions the constitutionality of consolidation acts and asks for a receiver to manage the line. The dispute centers on moving stations from this area to another location.
In Memphis on June 1 the planned lightweight bout between Morris Ranch and George Monroe was halted amid threats of enforcement under state law. The Phoenix Athletic Club dispute ended without a match as officials warned of penalties for continuing the fight.
Advice ailment guide touts Chambertail Cotte Cholera and DPlarrhoes Remeny as best preventive medicine. Claims universal demand and seasonal need, arguing early procurement ensures travel safety and relief during busy periods. Sold by all druggists for families.
Washington report says Administration leaders doubt passage of a straight reciprocity measure for sugar. President’s message viewed as exploratory, with Congress unlikely to enact new steps. Diary notes in sources claim adjournment possible within two weeks as a key senator tests tribe money payments linked to Gomez. Authorities plan to hear Gomez money testimony this week.
Washington June 11 House suspends rules to discuss a 25 000 memorial for a Lincoln monument in Abraham Lincoln city and to advance pension bills for soldiers widows and disabled veterans while considering various wartime measures and military appropriations. The debate covers memorial inscription and effects on plans as votes proceed on multiple measures.
A horrific incident near Bragdiowine in Claiborne County details Lovis Westrope, a respected farmer, as the mother believed to have killed her family during a church service and then set fire to her home. She injured herself, and investigators say she may have been mentally deranged.
In Wren Arkansas on June 16 the democratic congressional convention failed to nominate after 40 ballots. Ballots show BR, ML Maconih, Eugene Parrish, Judge Fy G, Taylor with 21, 18, 18 and others. 47 votes needed for nomination.
Severe weather grips Cape Colony and Capitown on June 14 with extreme veld and storms. Flooded and downed power lines, snow, and drifting hinder transport as telegraph wires fail. Local reports describe widespread disruption and ongoing dangerous conditions.
Prominent Chicago women and professionals endorse Paine's Celery Compound as restoring health and vigor, claiming relief from nervous issues, digestion and liver troubles, with testimonials from Mina A. T. Lermond and a Chicago physician. The notice highlights its popularity across social strata and its alleged effectiveness in hot weather.
June 14 report from Washington notes Republicans pressed to table a resolution seeking details on the dismissal of Miss Rebecca Taylor, a War Department clerk who criticized Philippines policy. Secretary Root defended the action, arguing civil service rules were followed. Democrats criticized the firing as a free speech suppression and plan appeals.
Fragmentary notes describe a puzzling remedy or incident with unclear terms and scattered phrases. The text mentions bling, feeding, roding, and Olverata tills in a disjointed way, yielding no clear event or names.
The Brat annual congress of Southern Pacific land and immigration agents will be held in Galveston from June 4 to June 7. Delegations from Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and other states will travel by special trains, with invites to meet in Galveston and discuss immigration and railway matters under officials including McKipney and Lathrop.
The report notes fresh southeast winds over eastern Texas and the lower area. Expect showers in Yadian Territory and C hens with generally fair and warmer conditions by Wednesday.
Denison Texas reports record hot weather with temperatures peaking this June. Officials note unusual heat affecting daily life and agriculture with corn crop concerns and sustained high humidity.
Georgetown University will hold its annual commencement exercises next Thursday with valedictorian George A. Quinlan of Houston. A Washington rumor claims a reshuffle in the Roosevelt household, with Mrs. Roosevelt under strain and retired to the Oyster Bay home after a long conference with the President.
The British Doctors announce a three month free service for all invalids at Room 209 210 Moore Burnett building. Consultation examination and advice are provided with no charges for months except medicines. They claim to cure many diseases including catarrh deafness varicose veins cancer and general weak health. Hours Sunday 10 to 1.
In Washington reports mention of Southern federal offices and guidance from Washington Cr on general and specific Louisiana cases. John W. Hornsby and his wife are noted in connection with the scene.
Fire last night destroyed two barns belonging to Joe M. Bedersen a prominent stockman near Birdville Fort Worth. Hundreds of bushels of grain and large quantities of hay were lost. Estimated damage runs into thousands with uncertain insurance coverage. Electrical transformer damage at Fort Worth halts Northern Texas Traction interurban service, floor of station room burned and cars out of service. loss about 20000. Service expected to resume between Fort Worth and Dallas by midweek.
Special to The Post reports a list of travelers and registrations in New York on June 14 featuring names such as T. Pillot Hoffman Her.goin and wife Imperial Galventon R. Sins Continental San Antonio J. H. Frost Imperial M. Head Manhattan B. Strauss A. Stern EB. Sterp Mrs J. Stem ton Beaumont Kataenstein and others with scattered unreadable fragments.
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