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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1902

Page

5

Texas Independence Day Observed at State University

The state university marked Texas Independence Day with a brass salute, a flag raised atop the dome, and the university band playing patriotic airs. Senator J. R. Wheel led as orator on the theme Rome Thoughts Suggested by the Texas Declaration of Independence, with Governor voicing thanks and students joining in歌.

Avatin Tera The State University Independence Hich Sterlf Texas van Iverelty Ciizens Bhock Gorden J. A. French Firat Baptist Univerecte Giro Chi Stain Sonsior J. BR. Wheel Segun Rome Texas

Fire destroys stock in Rossen area. losses near twenty thousand

A blaze in stonin Texas caused about 20000 dollars in insured losses with extensive damage to stores and saloons. The fire started behind Hoff and Harper’s and spread rapidly. several merchants reported damaged buildings and charred siding while the town narrowly avoided greater destruction.

Yorktown Wexzas Hoff & iTlarpers Brow

Barn Fire Destroys Homestead Near Crockett Texas

A resident three miles east of Crockett reports his barn burned down, eight hogs perished in the blaze, and the loss is estimated around 80 dollars. The blaze occurred at about dusk and is under investigation. Mrs. Gossett is named in the incident.

Crockett Ockett Texas March Gossett

Fire damages residence and school building in Texas

March 5 report from Village Milla notes a fire destroying the J. B. Her residence owned by Kithy Lumber between 11 and 12 pm. Loss about 850 dollars. Wortham school building and contents burned in the evening. unknown cause with loss estimated at 8,000 dollars, insured for 206.

Liege Mills Texas J. BE. Her Kithy Lumber Com.y Cloak Wortham Ortham Mireh Wortham He

Stable fire damages ranch after blaze at noon

A Texas stable near Taylor is partially destroyed by a fire at noon on March 3. Alexander Hickson Roat Church era owns the property and reports no insurance coverage.

Taylorarer Texas Aleanoder Hickson Roat

Farmer Reports Fire Loss Near Wenge

Eldon area report notes J. Jake Wenge lost about 400 bushels of Nis bern and several hundred pounds of hween fuel in a fire near the four mile mark from this center.

Eldon Tesas Mr. J Jake Wenge This Nis Bern

Birthday Ball Observed by General N M Iniborne

General and Mrs. N M Iniborne hosted a young clients ball marking the veteran commander's birthday. The party circulated in period attire and caused guests to reflect on past campaigns and the era of the Repulse of As.

Teras N. M.iniborne Mie

Chicago bout ends in draw at Amer club

Renny Yanger of Cleveland and Kid Broad of Cleveland fought to a draw tonight at the Amer club. Yanger was in trouble during a later round, but Referee Hogan's decision stood as the bout finished without a winner.

Hicago Renny Yanger Owndr Kid Broad Cleveland Amer Club Yanger Hogan Miteot

Flag removed from Meh school by Hewville police

In Berville Texas early yesterday morning Hewville High School police removed a large Texas flag from the Meh school building using a fund stone three feet high to bar the flag and erect the flagstaff over the building.

Berville Texas Mareh Heeviile High School

State Departments Closed In Texas On Restful Day

State departments were closed today in Austin Texas clerks and officials enjoyed the day in the woods and streams. The report notes a quiet observance with some outdoor recreation reported.

Austin Texas State Department

Amendment Proposed by Culberson Slayden on Texas Federal Court Bill

A suggested amendment forwarded to Senator Culberson and Representative Slayden in San Antonio on March 9 proposes extending a provision of the bill to all federal districts in Texas. The change aims to prevent reopening and relitigation of interlocutory questions and to transfer equity matters to proper circuit courts, preserving prior rulings and ensuring fair consideration.

San Antonio Texas LL. Hates Charles A. Culberson James T. Slayden Texas Federal Court House of Representatives Ereseman Bell Gadis Vt Intorthen United States Tetne Circuit Courts of Tex Circuit Court Bates Bell Pendit Ball Balla Ocho Bete Thito

McComas Granted Bail in Texas Court

Examining Justice fixed bail at five thousand dollars for AL W. McComas on the criminal charge. The hearing before Justice Jemeda Teweesa began at 10:30 and concluded with no bond posted yet, as neither side presented argument.

Tarts Texas AL W. McComas Billiog Te

Galveston Court Focuses on Slot Machines and Tax Rolls

The Galveston March court session includes fines and a grand jury charge about slot machines and gambling. Officials seek enforcement of laws and review officers’ duties. Separately, Bainbridge and various committees push theater, convention, and financial plans ahead of city events and bonds.

Galveston Texas Criminal District Court Gillespie District Court Weld Bere Gillagple Finlay Offennes

Legislative Investigators Hold Behind Closed Doors Session

Austin March 3 The legislative investigating committee met with no quorum but conducted routine business behind closed doors. Members Henderson Ravage Boyd and Shannon plan to submit reports and pursue a thorough examination of the orphan home as they return from various posts and trips including Cotebeata and South Texas.

Austin Texas Legislative Investigating Committee the &A'Elock Waleman Henderson Cotebeata Arphane Stated South Texas Pi Apliner Bord Iseft San Antonio Court of Civapprale Vonmmitts Tere Wenderson Ravage Boyd God Shannon Nilinight Cericaoa

Pyramid Pile Cure touted with exaggerated testimonials

An ancient advertorial discusses Pyramid Pile Cure, claiming dramatic relief from piles after decades of suffering. It warns readers not to trust testimonials and notes a $1000 for verified unsold proof, while an editor cites a personal cure after limited use.

Pyramid Pile Cure Kingla Retlef Pyramid Dpiggiete Wr. Bichtenwalter Canton Crite Winmont

Construction of Tanks Progress At Beaumont Field

A new well was drilled in the Yellow Phim tract near Beaumont, Texas, as Forward Reduction pushes deeper tests. Tank construction expands, with twenty two tanks planned and twenty eligible by year end, while pipe lines to Port Neches advance and work on a Gulf refinery site continues.

Bearmont Texas The Black Hawk Ol Company Bayport Olwad Pipe Line Company Fort Sechos Port Newhes Wen Tno Port Amher Port Arthur Thape Sere

Demurrer hearings in Howth v. Cay & co et al federal suit

In Galveston on March 3 the federal court heard demurrers in Howth vs Cayla, Cas and Maulin turing Co. et al. over land claiming 4644 acres near Bentimamat. Complainants, represented by K. Ewlin, pressed a land ownership claim with government transfers cited. defense attorneys listed. The court adjourned amid objections to the bill’s sufficiency and related defenses.

Galveston Texans Marc Priumaite Ofse George W. Howth Caya cl Cas Ald Rand Presiee K. Ewilee Winneton Jms F.C. Proctor Geer Th. A. Grr RR. T Me Greer Cratie & Tireer Mr. Hrgtewond Haglewoul & Gordon Shoeemay Cnptain George Vrren Mownment B. T. Makieragh Kaivestan Vinces Nyetila Canholin and Trane John A. Veatch

Jennings Well Drilling Progress at Jennings Virginia

Oil news from Jennings Virginia reports the Jennings company authorized a second well Saturday night. Jennings No 2 started drilling, while No 3 showed minimal production and a $20,000 loss. The No 2 valve was lowered and capped at about twenty five feet, with Beaumont oil men present.

Jennings Maret Beaumont

Lookha Over the Pecos Field Fort Storkt Texas March 2

Report from Lookha Over the Pecos Field describes flora and mining activity in the Permian Basin region. It notes activity by the Valles Staniard Company Of Per NOM and mentions Palo Pinto Minerval Welly and Maton with wells in progress. The article highlights drilling progress, tentative outcomes, and difficulties obtaining expert information.

Pecos Fort Storkt Texas Palo Pinto Minerval Welly Fexde Maton Jake Not Oy Palo Mate Ik Leis Ofl Nan Odent Pont

Trainmen Hurt in a Wreck at Ivy Siding

At 6:40 AM a Katy passenger train on the Southern Pacific near Ivy siding was derailed by an open switch. Fireman Cole’s left arm was broken and he was bruised. engineer Mireniaw Johnson suffered injuries. Jenyry Morri sou, the transporter, had a broken shoulder. conductor and other crew were slightly injured.

San Antonio Tuxias Ivy Siding Pyelie Uling Ban Antonin Afansay PaseKaty Kaw Htwewornweyn Mireniaw Johnson Tyr Junging Bnginer Cole To Bey Jenyry Morrisou

Five Generations of Men and the Deileht in a Famous Brand

Five generations of men have found delight in the renowned Alewt and Chanionm VWhoutagre and its sales worldwide. The report notes an increase of more than 109 percent across the combined Champagne houses.

Baylor's New Buildings Gift to Baptist School at Waco

March 3 reports corners and gifts in Baylor University's construction drive. George Carrell of Beaumont funds the principal building named Carrell Hall, valued at about 75000 dollars, with a chapel planned for the second gift. Speakers from across the state, including university leaders, praise the projects and discuss higher education progress. A reception followed the cornerstone ceremonies marking a historic expansion for the institution.

Waco Texas Baylor University of Fioo Ow Veeper Tinkersus Abvauu Achlovenvats Ehich Warintinehie Jostihations Dy Ma TS. Enierisian Pirentene Elf Jay Ti Wi Hill Simon Selene Jalil Theo Ge Wo Carvel Beaumont

Diaz Forces Return to Capital After Mexican Opposition Flight

Reports from Omid Porfirio Ding in Texas say Diaz and his faction left Guatamalan relations unstable as Mexican opposition figures including Teresa Miranda wife of a former minister and several other officials traveled toward a border area. The delegation is met by allied leaders and a special presidential party staff as tensions rise in the region.

Toredo Texas Omid Porfirio Ding Mexico Engle Vass Epretat Chidad Pontirio Ping Seere Bie Jhine

Murder-Suicide Case Report With Multiple Witnesses

A historical account describes a man murdering his wife with buckshot near a station. It notes the killer, the victim named, and an apparent later incident where bystanders and a witness recount the events. Local authorities and bystanders gave varying testimonies about the sequence and motive. The narrative mentions a woman leaving with an accompanying person after the crime and states the event occurred in the town area as described by residents.

Aldine notice on local graveyard prep and delays

Readable fragments indicate a local Aldine notice about graveyard work and delays. The text mentions Streawherries and Delage Conor in uncertain context, suggesting planning or preparation.

Piper Ag Conaove Delage

Price's Baking Powder Advertises Purity and Safety

Stand by the Standard Price's Cream Baking Powder is everywhere the acknowledged standard. It claims highest reputation and absolute purity, promising healthful, palatable food and protection from alum and dangerous chemicals found in low grade powders. Dr Price's Baking Powder emphasizes merit over schemes and refunds value in baking powder.

Price Dr. Price

Grand Jury Probes Gambling and Corruption in Travia County

The Travia County grand jury targets gambling and related corruption at the state level. The panel examines alleged law violations in discrimination on tips and fares, police and legal actions, and enforcement gaps affecting young men and the gaming scene.

Travia County Anette Veras Penn Donen Hesich Department Pitt Recely

Mexican Tragedy Reported Near Luling Tailings

Fragmented OCR reads as a violent incident near Tailings on a Mexican dance night with multiple injuries and fatalities. Names and details are garbled but indicate a fatal attack and ongoing police or coroner involvement.

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