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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1902
Page
3
Texas reports scattered heavy rain from March storms affecting cattle and crops. Farmers anticipate soil moisture and potential flooding while warnings urge caution as counties note rising groundwater and pasture damage.
Wide ranging brief notes cover accidents and crimes across multiple Texas towns. Incidents include a man shot in Weston Atkins, a pastor candidate Gonzales, cattle market notes, and hospital updates in Hillsboro. Additional items reference Fort Worth, Sonora, Wallisville, and Marquez with brief health and community notes.
Fragmented OCR lists numerous horses and riders in a chaotic betting field from a New Orleans race scene. Names such as Shy furlongs and The Stager appear amid raw wagering lines and track notes, with unclear results and many marked prices.
The fragmentary text references Boaumane Datel team, Virginia Weer, New Orleans, Webber of Veanmeont, and figures like Sham Abetere and Hrront. It mentions a league, mind of the pitching, and names such as Reeretaes BOM Trang and Charis Jennings Narog, suggesting an unsettled note on conference alignments or player movements.
Amateur sport item lists various bouts and offers. Gallagher of Denver reportedly receives an offer to face Bryer Riel while Medelland shows a poetic match in Denver around March 1. Notre Dame’s Pentel runs a half mile. Detroit plans exhibition reductions and boxing practices. Lawson quotes a premium offer for horse racing incentives amid a controversial setup.
An waxy old patent remedy claims to treat constipation with an active principle from Black Het. The pills promise relief for liver and bowel issues with no griping or sick stomach, priced at 25 cents.
The text appears garbled or nonsensical with spelling errors and unclear intent. It does not include a coherent news item, named entities, or an event to summarize into a headline and summary.
Five canal firms face a pending clash over wartime aid with plans to begin real maintenance. Observers expect concrete work to start soon.
A Texas cyclone plowed through Dallas southern suburbs and Greenville tearing fences and farm buildings. In De Soto and Queen City several homes and stores were wrecked while a four year old girl died in Dallas area damage. One child was slightly hurt and others escaped serious injury amid widespread property losses. Dallas county damages estimated at about 108 million dollars.
A small cyclone struck Greenville Texas on March 11 demolishing a public school building after dismissals. The structure was lifted from its foundation and carried several dozen feet. one White girl suffered minor injuries. The storm was about fifteen yards wide and toppled barns and sheds nearby while rain fell from the southeast.
Twentieth sixth annual session opens in Waco amid displays of blooded stock from across the country. Delegates discuss thrift, cattle numbers, and proposed federal amendments. Officials note membership around 1200 and the show attracting thousands of spectators.
Fire roared through the residence of W R Shaw in Vernon Texas on March 11 causing about 2000 dollars in damage with 180 dollars of insurance recoverable.
A residence in Denison suffered extensive destruction after a blaze swept through Wil Sparks home. The incident left the structure severely damaged with fire destroying belongings and furniture, and the owner reported no insurance coverage.
A fire at Itasca Texas damaged the Macenti hall and a restaurant beneath it. The restaurant suffered fire loss and is insured for 400 pounds while the hall is insured as well.
In Clade Texas on March 1 a house belonging to H C Brann in Armstrong County’s southwest portion burned. The parents Fiennes failed to wake and were saved, while two children aged seven and three were cremated in the blaze.
A. Alexander, a dealer in ladies furnishing goods, failed today in Hillabors Texas. T. Miller was appointed trustee. Liabilities amount to 104 dollars with creditors in St. Louis, Chicago, and Eastern cities.
Washington March 10 The Gatesville National Bank of Gatesville began business today with a capital of 25000. J B Walker serves as president and J P Kendrick as cashier.
San Angelo TX March 11 referee in the bankruptcy case of Hager Brose of Senare declares a 40 percent dividend for creditors. It is expected no further dividend will be due. Remaining to be paid is near 0 percent.
Report notes Empress Frederick's death attributed to cancer and questions heredity. The articles discuss royal health fears, public reaction across the United States, South America, and Europe, and Dr. Benjamin F. Rye's cancer guidance.
A noon March 11 windstorm struck the eastern Fort Worth area causing extensive damage. A two story colored Baptist church was torn down and several residences in the suburb were partly wrecked. In the Polytechnic college suburb, timber, houses, awnings and fences were demolished. No injuries reported.
A severe hail storm hit nineteen miles south of San Antonio on March 11 causing shattered windows and damaged sewer works. A state work stoppage occurred as a result, with estimated losses around 1000 dollars.
A chaotic hearing in Austin reveals confusion over the Quarantine Department’s actions at the Orphans' Home. Testimony describes a disorganized process, with officials unable to agree on the superintendent’s signings and revised orders, while statements on revenue and duties prompt calls for stronger oversight and state-wide auditing of quarantines.
A fragmented report notes the governor and officials discussing court correspondence, a bank balance with Adee & Lobitt, and credit concerns for a state quarantine fim. The committee plans a political move and_future steps toward a decision affecting Hititaenttey and Westin Woot.
Da Talmage arrives in San Antonio Texas March 1 from Mexico. He contracted influenza on the voyage home and was treated in Washington then taken to New Orleans for rest. He is under care in the American capital and shows signs of improvement after a difficult illness.
The article lists attendees including Yoana Palles Maron Mi Pee and several officers such as F. Herold the president and W. S McCrar the treasurer. It mentions important stock transfers by the association and notes the roles of officers A. Ty Beemer and Jobe Greenough among others.
Captain J Hershberger and BRG Murrey of the United States Inspectors visited the Mollie Mohr vessel, recently rebuilt with burner furnaces, and slated to use Beaumont oil for fuel. The Mollie Mohr is owned by Lutechber Moore Lumber and reserved for towing duties at the port.
A wall paper supplier offers samples and prices on request and advertises special dealer offers for new patterns to refresh stock.
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