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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1902
Page
8
A fragmented railroad schedule lists arrivals and departures at Grand Central Depot and related lines. It mentions trains to Galveston Velasco, Galveston, and other destinations, with times such as 7.50 am 9.10 pm and special Sunday services.
Report outlines the Northern Securities Company dispute over incorporating under Canadian versus New York law. Investors fear international charter changes, potential reorganizations, and court actions could affect stockholder control as discussions unfold during ongoing railroad merger tensions.
An unreadable OCR fragment promotes a cure for cholera and diarrhea with dubious assurances and stray letters, lacking coherent details about product name, manufacturer, or validity. The garbled lines reference remedies, memied, and unreliable claims, rendering the item unusable as a clear report.
Special report from New Orleans March 1926 notes Marekman president of the Southern Pacific Railroad arriving to observe a westward journey and Harriman signaling a push to consolidate passenger bureaus. He visits Supreme Court justice and the Tillman case in a tense travel day amid regional railway politics.
A fragmented report describes Stubbs and policy arguments over withdrawing from the Southwestern, with conferees in St Louis and Washington weighing the impact on Western lines. It notes the role of the Traffic Director and potential effects on routes and pooling.
A historical note records Mr. Rouse seeking to clear matters with George town and Granger Anetin over a katy project. The letter from President fl and Woolfelige Austin hints at negotiations, with New York attest and Granger interest.
Fragmentary text refers to realty matters and travel between Navasota and Martison names such as March 3 and March 1. Mentions include Great Northern railway, an interts line, and individuals like Trice and Ruftington with references to a company and movements Sunday morning.
A notice outlines reweighing of tail loads on railroad routes across Texas and multiple states. It details new rate adjustments expected to exceed prior levels, with specified per mile and per ton weights, and cites dates for implementation and affected routes in numerous states.
An old Texas advertisement promotes Hall's Great Discovery as a universal remedy for kidney and bladder ailments including diabetes and rheumatism. It claims cures for numerous conditions, notes two months’ trial, and urges readers to purchase through Dr. W. Hall of St Louis with testimonials and dealer endorsements in San Antonio Texas.
The readable parts mention pounds and dollars with figures like 128 25 and 171, plus per pound rates such as 21.07 and 25 to 8 per mille. The text also refers to lengths under forty feet and road compensation, but details are incomplete and unclear.
The Railway Clerks lodge meets at 8 PM this evening at Woodmen of the Worth hall on Congress avenue. W T Gould, deputy state president and organizer, will preside during the session as the new organization promotes charter membership of 16 and already has several applications.
The report notes a nearly finalized plan to hold or roll back a 2 cent increase on key New York to Chicago routes. It mentions a traffic through Houston to a main terminal and a phased reduction in future rate adjustments as a measure to preserve fare levels.
Passengers aboard the famous State Express were rescued after the train stalled and derailed near Albany and Fort Worth. Trainmaster F H Thorne of Fort Worth and Denver lines was killed, his body brought to the city as investigators coordinate with officials.
Mp ACO Shaw general agent of the Paneenger department of the Canadian Fa rife railway accompanied by Meo 5 1% Menjamin and others met in Dallas. Details mention advertising screens for Katy trains and a cherry framed frame, with twenty four wheels and agriculture oriented content. Officials Maxwell and Alten with others visited Greenville and Greenleaf as the sale of passenger tickets and freight plans were discussed for routes through Missouri and Texas.
Local officials received a circular roster announcing H Campbell’s appointment as assistant traffic director of the Pilon Pavite Oregon Short Line and Navigation Company and the Southern Pacific Company. Joupheil’s headquarters are in Chicago. The appointment was approved by EB Hf Barrioah and became effective March 1.
Hearne Texas March 8 A gang of ten Wayond scrapers and cornlaliy arrived in Hearne this morning en route to the Fort Worth extension of the Intern Hope and Great Northern railroad. Pre service work is needed at the port end of the line and other outlets will move to the forth cod in the near future.
Forty miles of the Atkinson and hootaw track have been completed north of Nuge in Indian Territory reaching the Kiamitia river where a bridge is being built. Engineer BM Maulidig began surveying to save the battery and identify the route. The work may lead to absorption of Lonetteine and Arkutins, extending east from Samnme, Ark.
General passenger agent Mia Dailas Tezes Moreh announced new reunion rates for Missouri rail travelers. The release outlines fare changes and eligible dates, aiming to boost attendance for upcoming group reunions nationwide.
The text discusses ear anatomy and factors affecting hearing with emphasis on ear water blockage and membrane function. It mentions catarrh and deafness, notes treatment approaches, and references historical figures and medical opinions from Stannt's Ontarch Vahinie. It also includes personal letters about ear health experiences and products claimed to aid hearing.
The readable portions describe a border or regional conflict narrative involving Kansas and Texas with references to rivers and towns. Details are garbled, names and events are not clearly identifiable, making specifics about actions, dates, or outcomes unavailable.
A jumble of OCR text mentions teams and players in scattered references. Names such as Vinson and Doherty appear with various towns and leagues, hinting at a regional sports roundup or notices.
Ten crews have been selected to handle the special train for President Harriman. General Manager Krotianein will accompany the president and party as the train departs. The company notes the machine is among the finest in shop capabilities.
Commercial agent Tuttle of San Antonio is featured in notes and personals items. The brief column lists local notices, engagements, and business references.
A garbled Times of London note from November 7 describes an event involving Mr Roads and a public reaction. The text mentions cheering outside a gallery and a planned appearance, with unclear details about the exact actions and participants.
Regular stockholders meeting to elect officers for the coming year is announced in Santa Fe. Officers named include President L. J. Polk, first vice president Wiley, secretary treasurer Calveston Porthert, assistant secretary Deming, and treasurer Gardner. Also listed are general vice VIET from New York and solicitor B D Kena from Chicago.
An old advertisement touts a patent remedy to prevent pneumonia and grippe. It claims the product halts chest and back pains and promotes prevention of the disease, urging readers to buy from druggists. It emphasizes ease of use and universal availability.
A forthcoming auction will offer all property of the city government to the highest bidder. The sale begins Wednesday at 9:00 in the morning at the Milbed building in Dew bell, Ohio. City Secretary Lipper urges attendance to settle outstanding taxes and claims.
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