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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1901
Page
3
The Beaumont field reports the Heywood No 3 well showing strong gas and oil production after initial valve and pipe activity. Drilling crews observed a high derrick plume, with later stabilization and increasing flow as the well nears full production potential.
Los Angeles producers near agreement with the Standard of Commerce to gain control of major fields. The deal would shift production oversight to the Standard, with the largest fields like the Kern River at stake and revenue from Tav is 1,000,000 harnesses tied to the arrangement. The same report lists chartered oil companies and charter amendments across several states, including Peru County and West Virginia, as the industry consolidates.
An old health advertisement claims sour stomachs stem from impaired stomach function and impure blood. It touts Dr Hartey Iron Tone as a universal remedy said to rebuild stomach strength, improve digestion, and restore vitality, with dramatic success claims spanning forty five years.
Frank Vance, a former Texan, is missing after leaving his home in Moemphie Tennessee on Thursday with his wife. They had arrived from St Louis with $1700 in cash and planned to go to the bank before a delay occurred.
Reports from ThatS Lake Springs Texas describe the Guffey & Co. well near Pine Creek where a blowout released heavy petroleum odors. Workers struggled as a 72-foot derrick toppled and debris clogged the bore while mortgage and drilling delays were noted amid a chaotic scene.
Reports from Victoria to Grayson and Denton counties describe hot dry spells, poor corn and cotton yields, and grasshopper and weevil pressures. Farmers note limited rain, damaged but improving crops, and ongoing experiments to mitigate pests.
The court reported several case dismissals including Charlee D Grace vs City of Bonham in Fuinin county and Joseph J Trwin vs Hexar county. Also noted were cases involving Grost Northern Railroad Company and Peoples Building and Barings Association across Bowls and Dismissed in the late session. The proceedings, set for a future date, included Mat te C Hobertaenne and A L Kirby et al in Taips county with actions at Cleveland.
A reader testimonial extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective for ordinary coughs and colds and notes five years of personal and customer satisfaction. The fragment mentions local sale by druggists and endorsement for family use.
Active bidding dominated the Houston Stock Exchange yesterday with prices only slightly apart on many issues. Traders reported thin spreads between bid and ask, small price movements, and notable activity in shares of American Oil and other majors, while brokers noted cautious attitudes and firm support for certain issues.
The Texas Fire Record reports a morning wreck of two freight cars near Brownwood with wool and gold cargo damaged. A rail freight car from Cullinan to Heaton, Mars, Cleburne, Texas, was in transit when involved. Fire destroyed residences of W L Howly and A D Cosgrove, with Job Flowle forced to jump from a second floor.
The Texas death roll notes Teras Wexley Martin and Brotty Henley, a constable of Pagneel No. 1, both dying yesterday from typhoid fever after illness. Also listed is Charles Samuel Parwes and Worcester Toren Winchester, with details about ages and times of death.
A Cleburne ceremony connected Walraven and Sealey as they married in Texas. The report notes the couple tied the knot in the afternoon with a simple civil service and plans for a future together.
Advertises reductions on boys and children's clothing including knee pants suits and sailor blouses with prices ranging from 1.50 to 10.00. Mentions double breasted and washable suit sets and various styles for all boys.
In Wet Springs Arkansas Royaly Ware charged with killing former husband Jes Ware a noted fashion figure. Ware released from custody as investigation continues and court proceedings set for later dates. Local officials report unclear details as the case unfolds in Memorial Day events.
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