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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1902
Page
5
A period report questions tankage data at a deep well nicknamed Higgins well. Officials including Wallis and Seuyer dispute details, note large above ground oil tanks and tankage, and say a formal statement will be issued. Executives like J Cal and Eastham travel to Tats to discuss river trade and rig operations while plans for Deep Well work proceed.
Fire at Bryan Texas damages a millinery shop Coffe & Douglass and nearby structures on June 22. Losses estimated around 500 dollars with modest insurance coverage. Authorities report water damage to adjacent premises and two other local businesses affected by smoke and heat. Detailed origin under investigation. no injuries reported.
An advertisement page touts Herbine as a digestive and restorative remedy. It promises to aid digestion, relieve weak bowels, and boost vitality, with testimonials from users and doctors praising its effects on rheumatism and general health. It cites suppliers in multiple towns and urges readers to try the product.
June 22 La Porte Texas saw a busy revival day for the B Y P A with record attendance. Dr Dixon spoke on church unity and stress on church led evangelization, baptism of converts followed services near the bathing pavilion, and a large crowd filled the park as masses attended across denominations. The evening featured sermons, open theology, and plans for a regional convention with La Porte as host.
Caldwell Texas June reports residents visiting relatives in nearby towns and attending gatherings. Notable names include Mrs W H Oliver of Bryan visiting Drdon Oliver, Miss Catey Leland of Chappell Hill with Dr Joy Matthews, and G B Bell’s family returning from a two week trip in Seathert Texas.
Voters in Tenaha Texas will choose a mayor and aldermen in the municipal election. The slate lists Mayor A B Knight and aldermen A J Omerton, J KL Moore, Hicks, Le Daniel, and Krank Fowler.
A fragment notes Mrs Winslow’s Boothing ae teething aid claims to soothe gums and calm crying. The draft mentions uses for teething discomfort and a general soothing effect for infants.
June reports from multiple counties describe cool northerly winds shifting to hot weather. Seguin and Dubie note thermometer drops near forty degrees, while drought and lack of rain strain cotton and other crops. Weevils and worm damage persist, hay and sorghum fares vary, and overall outlook remains unsettled with demand for rain.
The Limestone County Democratic Convention met at 1 o clock with W. Donaldson as chairman and M. Herring as secretary. Officials including state treasurer candidates were targeted. Brent named for representative and Curley for district clerk. The body endorsed national party unity efforts and condemned the state executive committee for rejecting uniform primaries. A. M. Blackney proposed abolition of primaries, but the resolution was tabled.
A Post report from Big Springs Texas on June 21 analyzes the Sixteenth congressional district results. It lists fifty five convention votes totaling eighty nine across counties with candidates William Smith Mitchell County John M Tein El Paso and Dan M Jones Jono, noting four votes may be contested but unlikely to change the outcome.
Grimes County reports show the White Man's Union primary dominating most officers in Navasota precincts except for Tax Assessor Oliphant and several officials. McDonald Meacham wins praise as representative nominee, while background notes mark his Anderson lineage and State University law ties. Johnson County Populists convene to reorganize, reelecting J. M. Mallett as chairman and planning a State convention. delegates and county ticket decisions delegated to the executive committee.
In Bryan Texas on June 22 a mass meeting of Brazos county white voters convened to decide if a white man's primary would nominate county officials. Despite expectations about turnout, only about forty attended and no action was taken.
June 21 Lake side Texas report notes Lake side Sugar Helivery plans a dry house adjacent to the pigor mill, promising to add value. The new rice mill nears completion and the company offers no details. Donovant’s plantation yields look highly favorable with prospects exceeding expectations. Dunevant rice farms are expected to harvest enough to keep one mill running steadily.
A 9 year old boy and a 2d year old youth reported by Sheriff Spratly to have witnessed the shooting. W W McKinney was killed and R J Metall reportedly died soon after. Mot and McCall, longtime neighbors, had a two year feud over a fence and cattle on a Martinville public road settling in a fatal altercation near Killott’s pasture. McKinney died an hour after being shot. McCall survived with a stomach wound. Both men were described as good citizens and the incident occurred at 7 this morning.
In Louisiana the legislature faces a heated debate over anti scalping measures. Supporters defend a strong redemption provision for unused tickets while opponents call the bill unconstitutional and harmful to ordinary citizens and ticket holders. The minority report argues the proposed law targets transfer of tickets and would benefit railroad corporations.
Shipping news lists arrivals and sailings at Port Kade including ships from Rio de Janeiro and Liverpool with destinations like Port Arthur and Norfolk. A protracted Methodist church meeting led by Rev. Garrett of Richmond Texas with Rev. G W Davis as local pastor attracts interest. details mention a six dollar manifesto and social notices about residents and visitors.
Waxahachie residents welcome Fort Worth promoter J T Woxs as he works the route from here to Ennis. He secures land options with little trouble and Boyce residents offer free land for a power house, sheds, and water supply.
A St. Paul reader reports relief after using Wier’s Witch Hazel Salve for bleeding piles and skin sores. The testimonial states prior counterfeits offered no relief and emphasizes the salve’s curative effect after using it.
Dallas, Texas June 22 reports indicate whether the State Sunday law will be enforced in Dalas saloons. Saloons must close from 12 o clock Saturday night to 12 welock Sunday night. Seven saloons raided by the city police with nominal fines to be assessed. legal questions linger on former jeopardy and related pleas as enforcement action progresses.
A chaotic New York item recounts a private detective injured in a road chase with a tied jaw and broken bones. New York dispatches cover Italy negotiating a large copper ore shipment, a sheriff’s pursuit ending in injuries, and claims of a Portland steamer voyage. Other notes mention a British ship docking, Princeton players’ summer plans, a French artillery officer’s invention, and a court upholding a murder conviction in Jefferson County. Jackson Mississippi reports harvest relief efforts amid drought.
The San Marcos district holds its annual conference in Kyle Texas on June 20. Rev No Wo Harris presides as preacher in charge with lay delegates Wo HL McKin and others attending. The Woman’s Home and Foreign Mission board also hosts a session with Mrs Kate Camp and other delegates from Ban Maroon and San Marcos present.
The listing notes Texans registered in New York on June 22 including Moe C. Dillingham and Miss Dillingham of Normandie Marlborough. W. Cortea and wife. A. J. Kilorm in Austin. J C Walker in Manhattan. W. L. Rattmenn in Galveston. S Hynes in Dallas. Victoria and Beaumont entries for various individuals and towns.
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