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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1902
Page
11
The report notes fluctuating oil stock trading with attention on American and Confederated groups. Prices and quantities vary, with mentions of shares, barrels, and several commodities including castor oil, camphor, opium, paints and metals. The scene reflects a broad market snapshot with multiple firms and product categories cited.
A dense OCR fragment lists commodity quotes and wholesale items including spices, canned goods, grains, oils, and produce. Numerous brands and suppliers appear with prices and units, mentioning Texas and California origins, with references to onions, potatoes, apples, beans, and dried fruits.
June 21 weather bulletin reports cooler conditions in the northern portion and western areas with showers in the east. Southeast winds expected, with prob able precipitation across the northern and eastern zones and similar patterns for Oklahoma and surrounding regions.
George Van Houten blew out his brains with a pistol at the Renther Pacific depot in Eagle Pass. He went to his home and retrieved a revolver, then headed to a freight warehouse and killed himself. He left no note and motive is undisclosed. He leaves a widow and four children.
Lake Charles residents report a ferry disruption on a holiday weekend as a man suffers a medical incident near the waterfront. Authorities describe the scene as chaotic with witnesses noting alarms and confusion in the crowd.
A Crockett Texas notice states the light plant, damaged by a fire, will be rebuilt larger and improved. Work will start soon and the plant is expected to be in operation within thirty days.
An irrigation board and Houston lumberman H F Carter warn drought will devastate Texas crops this year. They urge state support for irrigation to protect wheat corn cotton and other staples and note the far reaching economic impact as farmers face losses without timely rainfall.
A tuckered batiste sacque story describes children enjoying summer break despite sultry days. Outdoor play under trees, porch craft, and indoor shade provide relief as families plan simple parties and kids fabricate toys, boats, and games amid hot season heat.
A fragmented column discusses proposing a ship name that blends personality and cargo qualities. The text suggests a playful yet fictional approach, referencing Monkey Island and a future vote at noon. It hints at themes of identity, balance, and public opinion shaping maritime tradition.
A proposal urges the state to store and divert floodwaters to meet irrigation needs across parishes, support cotton mills, and provide for cattle. It argues storing water in reservoirs, with private capital aiding plant construction, could yield revenue and avert drought damage, while warning against overextension and urging careful cost estimates.
Fragmentary text references state lands and cultivation, with garbled phrases about gifts, weekly publications, and a play or state activity. It hints at a state land issue and periodic planning but lacks clear events, dates, or names to specify. The readable bits imply a legal or administrative notice about serial lands and state ownership.
A verbose description extols delicate French carved work for drawing rooms. It praises white woodwork and blue drawing room schemes, with Gobelin wall coverings and fine upholstery. The piece notes refined fabrics, delicate embroideries, and wicker furniture uses, emphasizing tasteful room harmony.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses irrigation engineering challenges and roles for leadership. Mentions figures like Lavon and Carter, debates on authority, funding bonds, and conventions. Dense, disjointed, with references to Nord, HF Viel, OSCE GENT, and external committees.
A fragmented prospectus extols Texas county benefits, offering farm labor and schooling, claiming superior soil for fruits and vegetables and high wages. It promises churches of all denominations and describes transportation limits, with references to mills, schools, and planned development as a recruitment pitch.
The arrival of the iron horse breathes new life into San Augustine as trains revive transit and commerce. Local lines report expanded service and increased activity in Beaumont, Gulf and surrounding areas, with momentum building along the routes.
Two people were injured when a freight train collided with a buggy and horse at a crossing near the creamery in Lockhart Texas yesterday evening. A black driver and a man named Dit were involved. one victim was badly shaken and another sustained lighter injuries. The woman and other details remain unclear due to the damaged report.
Fragmentary text describes a city event with mentions of a ceremony, attendees, and a pilot or helicopter reference. Names and places are garbled, leaving details unreadable. The piece hints at a public gathering and officials but specifics are not recoverable from the OCR.
The Lae County Summer Normal gathering begins with a standard program note. Attendees include Terese Oiditnes and Pref, along with a list of instructors and staff such as Kate WH Hird and Nina Henk. The event features local educators from Giddings Cassville and surrounding towns with participants like Mike Molla Fionn Mefles and Ledbetter.
Mineola Texas June 25 The farm machinery factory sustained a fire damaging parts of the building and delaying production while repairs are planned. Fire crews contained the blaze with no reported injuries.
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