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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1901
Page
5
The Texas press reports protest by state officials and legal figures over proposed quarantine restrictions targeting Cuba amid yellow fever concerns. Texas Governor and Health Officer debates center on the need and scope of travel limits, with officials in Austin and New Orleans watching closely and potential legal action discussed.
A West Point scholarship contest in Texas nearington June 25 sees Henry Finch of WA named as a leading candidate after recent travel and study. Several locals, including Fett Manto and William Slits, are noted for their recent departures to attend ball training and travel, with some awaiting results.
Work on the el is progressing rapidly and is expected to be finished in the next few days. The mill owns property in the county and aims to have the site ready for the summer program.
The correspondent along well reports trouble with quicksand but is now free. George W. McFadden agent arrives from Elivita to Seabrook and will move to Luling to set an agent for the company. Walter Lipkin and May Morrie visit friends and plan summer trips to New Orleans and Natchez with relatives.
June 24 report shows growing interest in Fife meetings as residents attend at the monument for prayers. About fifty one participants answer the call, with men of various ages contributing funds to defray incidental expenses, while speakers discuss faith dynamics and spiritual awakening in the city.
Reverend TF Timmins pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church in South Texarkana has been appointed as a delegate for the Southern Baptist members to the council convening in London in September. The nomination came from the Southern conference on the basis of Biblicist knowledge and adherence to church law.
Epworth Leagues began a prayer meeting at the Medidadier White House in Luling Texas. A large attendance filled the venue as prominent leaders spoke and highlighted topics for the gathering. The program for the session promised engaging discussions and entertainment for attendees.
The Brownwood Texas Met hyp got a conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South met at the First Methodist Church yesterday at noon. Delegates planned to discuss church matters with strong turnout and notable interest, closing in the afternoon.
An ancient San Angelo report describes a dental procedure using hypnotism, claiming teeth were extracted while the patient was under hypnosis. It notes a long telephone link from La Angora to Rock Springs and mentions a planned railroad wire project with twenty cars needed to connect routes from this area to Brownwood.
In Victoria Texas on June 2 a British government representative bought horses for the South African war effort. He purchased two cars in the morning and arranged shipments from Beeville to Lathrop Maine with exports via New York. He planned additional purchases, noting limited interest from buyers in South Texas for England.
Edna Texas reports vegetable shipments from June 25 totaling about 210745 pounds across more than ten cars mainly cabbage. The crop value is around 204000 dollars and home consumption remains strong. Merchants note rising demand for preserved vegetables and plan larger acreage for the season.
Humble Texas June 25 Tom MacGawen driver for C Bender and Hens was killed when a wagon loaded with flour ran away near the Humble store. The wagon wheel ran over his head causing death. An inquest and verdict were rendered by a judge in accordance with the facts.
Washington to Texas bids opened for construction of the police building at Abilene. Two bids received from John Jarden Fort Worth and L M Brown Houston with amounts 71, and an international money order fore after July 1 pending final action by offices at Alvarado Kildare Sompereet Bianco Wolfe City.
In Victoria Texas June A Levy seated the Preetor building on Mariani Forrest streets previously occupied by Breeden Lackey and will open there temporarily at onion as the firm resumes operations from a burned out site.
The readable text fragments suggest a local notice or quirky item with misread words. No clear person or organization stands out to define a full event, date, or place for a strong factual summary.
Temperature ranged 70 to 100 degrees with reports of drought across the state. Rain was sparse except in a few localities, crops suffering in Central, Southern and Eastern Texas. Wheat, corn, cotton and hay varied in condition with harvesting advancing and yields below average. observers note need for rain and hot winds continue. Correspondents from many towns report drought stresses and some pockets of relief from localized showers.
The university board met to consider charges against Dr Booth and others, electing new faculty roles. Dr Milch B. Smith named dean of the faculty, Dr William Gammon promoted, and others reassigned or appointed including L. Magtenat and Charlotte Schacter. The session discussed library plans and the October start for the new roster.
In Beeville Texas on June 25 a fund drive was described to raise money for a suitable medal to honor Manuel Tom of Camp Holltoh in Atudcosa County for his act of rescuing or aiding after the murder of Sheriff Morris and Sheriff Glover. A 15 foot deep Breville artesian well has reached 15 feet of water and provides water for the area. The Beeville area reports the cotton deed oil mill moved from De C. Pe Shomons in Oak County to Hoeville with plans to operate locally. Dre Simmons may relocate and run the mill on his ranch in I, xq oak County with cattle involved.
Citizens meet at the courthouse to plan drainage of Caney Creek Wharton Tyson. Judge K Hawes elected chairman and J G Kelley secretary. A committee including B Bawes J Bosteed Dr J Phi is appointed to study ware and means for irrigation and drainage.
The commissioners court approved a project with an initial plan and estimated funding of 1225 dollars. Meriwether and the committee will prepare detailed plans and approvals before work begins later in the year.
Tarpon fishing reports indicate strong activity near Corpus Christi Bay with boats docking at Greens Bayou and St Deol. Last week anglers landed numerous tarpon, reflecting a robust season and busy docks despite rough waterfront conditions.
The Fort Worth community plans a new orphan home at a cost of about fifteen thousand dollars. Directors of the orphanage outline aims and have secured city support and county land. Ground has been cleared and the project gains momentum with public backing.
An assembled fragmentary record mentions Cameron Texas and nearby Calvert with scattered names and events. It references community activities at a park, an evangelistic gathering, a wagon trip for Akishwun City, and a change in management at a local company with F G Bheod from Nashville taking the role.
Trinity and Teaux visit relatives in Hionnton while Mrs J Mc Laughlin and child remain. Peyton visits kin in Crockett. Ludney returns home in Moai after five weeks with relatives. Ken and Mrs Jubaithwitoe return home after two weeks with relatives. Hien Jobo B and Pertin travel to Mor poe. Fevaloy to Carsleane for a short visit. Willams presides at the Alemander lodge in Dacknenville with events this week.
The trial of Tow J. May, charged with the murder of Wat GTI ny yesterday, began in the afternoon session attended by many. The proceedings, led by Judge Kiel, featured testimony from members of Orchard Grove and the Woodmen of the World group, with adjournment scheduled for later.
In Halletsville Texas a man from Moulton was brought in yesterday on a charge and ordered sent to an asylum. Prof W Y Newton opened a listless gathering at Ville place with notable attendance as Justin's court meets this week. The docket includes recent civil cases and various minor proceedings.
Wharton notes mention a Colonel Durden Snaren traveling to Galveston for a brigade reunion. The piece also references water facilities and fields at a Bay Prairie Division Company pumping area with likely preliminary test results from the previous day.
Prisoners were sentenced in the district court with sentences for burglary and related charges. Ganled Dole received two years for burglary and perjury, Seoto Francis two years for burglary, William Duval two to five years for burglary and theft, Francisco tooo four years for burglary, Hosea Ban Miguel two years for burglary, Paul Bterc two years to five years for burglary.
A private mineran reported W J Wambold president of the First National Bank Addington was shot this morning in Fort Worth Texas. He suffered fatal injuries after a struggle over a town dispute. A physician was requested from Fort Worth.
Preparations are under way for the Jeff Davin Camp of ex Confederates to hold its annual reunion in AMdhentie Texas. The event covers June 28 and nearby days with a coping contest planned for the 28th and efforts aimed at ensuring three days of enjoyment for the veterans and a strong turnout is expected.
The shipment of machinery for the new rice mill at Orange Texas arrived today. Work is resumed rapidly on the mill and will be completed in triple time to pace the season's crop, with doubts about the top equipment in the region.
12 year old Ethel Hodson, daughter of Mr and Mrs Fl Hudson of Palestine Texas, was attacked by a cow while returning home from school. The incident occurred early this morning leaving the child with injuries described as cuts and bruises. Medical aid was given at the scene and the family awaited further care.
Masonic lodge in MecKinney Texas elected officers for the upcoming term. Full master is Me Martin. senior and junior officers named include Jotm Jahuse and others, with duties assigned to each role. The notice records the official selections for several offices.
The fragmentary notice notes a historical remedy claim linked to Grove's Tantelens Gaull 1 Pe. The readable text mentions medical or home remedy language and geographic reference to Malar district, Grove, and Tantelens. The item appears as a brief local notice or advertisement.
A detailed report describes a fraternal installation ceremony at Tortium Lodge No. 2 A F and A M in Yoakom Trans dynos 25. Officers were installed after a public gathering at the Stommer Building on Grand Avenue. The event included Grand Lodge officers, visitors kept back, and continued with the formation of several lodge affiliations in Trinity Texas and nearby towns.
Fragmented obituary notes report numerous Texas deaths, with names including Matthews, Lewis, Banrom, Mulicom, Depuyater and Cooper. Connections mention families in Austin and Williamson County, a burial near Denese cemetery, and mentions of illness and accident leading to deaths.
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