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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1902
Page
3
The article notes April contests moved earlier and gives details on the Bush Cup event at New Orleans with Knap progressed horses, pacing, and winnings. It mentions trainers and competitors, plus weather and racing conditions for the day.
New York reports Whitney’s valuable filly Fiushuragee the Thigh survived a pneumonia attack after critical hours under a surgeon’s care. Captain F C Burbury, a Texas turfman with rising sons at Saghetere of Imp, lists future horses including 2-year-old How’s Peeater and others. Shreveport Club plans train at Waco and a baseball exhibition is set as part of Texas league activities in April.
Fort Worth Texas March 1 1901 officers were elected and the president announced the members of the executive committee. The Texas Wattle Ratters association adjourned after confiding in work. Reports include treasury, resolutions committee, and director appointments. Cattle statistics show 178 cattle weighed 355 thousand dollars value with average price 2.71 higher than last year.
Readable fragments hint at a dateline or tease about a location and timing but lack coherent names, dates, or events. The text seems to be an OCR fragment with partial words and missing context, preventing a clear summary of a person, place, or action.
A San Antonio dwelling was destroyed by fire as rescuers arrived by air and road. The peal fener of J. H. Taying was reportedly Pommetetraie. No valuables were recovered from the blaze.
Reported results show Bell and Lefevre winning the Milam official count with Lanham Allen Blekett and Curtis also securing instructions for Falls County. Campaign ticket details indicate Bell for primary offices and Lefevre for comptroller with additional local names and roles recorded.
A garbled regional note from Marlin Texas discusses Democratic primary dates and candidate names. It mentions the Democratic aid and a list of individuals with roles, though details are unclear due to transcription errors.
The note lists candidates for the Texas lower house from Weatherford and surrounding areas. It mentions Marietta Wake Coreieann and Galfor as declared candidates in Never county, with Pearcy of Mestoini announced for a city seat. The item outlines four contenders for the representative race.
The Milford communities gathered at the Presbyterian church to pray for rain after months of drought. Reports say dark clouds formed today with light showers late afternoon and forecast continued rain into the evening as farmers awaited relief.
A powerful tornado swept through Richmond and nearby Mere LA followed by weeks of high winds. Homes and fences were damaged or blown down including structures owned by Dref Turner. Several outbuildings collapsed as the town faced continued gusts and feared further damage over the next days.
A major blaze gutted the Wichita salon and adjacent establishments at Lamar Street and Pacific Avenue in Dallas. The building, once a hub for Sammet Spider’s News and a famed confectionery and dining row, was largely occupied by tenants including John Collegnan’s shop and several restaurants. Ownership rested with Lenari of Fort Worth.
A strong gale lasting about twenty minutes caused extensive damage including blown-down houses, fences, and timbers. Debris and structural harm impacted homes and properties as residents reported heavy winds and dangerous conditions.
The Orn of George L. For per Co. reports several valuable properties sold in Heamston including parcels on Capitol Street and a lot on Mason Street to John J. Kirby for 55000. The agency notes a broad listing and a wide reputation for fair dealing as it supplies real estate information.
A long, florid description of feminine accessories and dress trends. It highlights lace parasols, revival styles, silk and velvet trims, wreaths, and straw hats with ribbons. The piece mentions buttons, brims, and color contrasts, noting textures like white straw and pale bodice shades, with references to styles for a refined wardrobe.
A large gusher at Sour Lake was brought in by the Atlantic and Pacific Oil Company. Officials described the well depth and location, noting quantities of oil and discussing the potential impact on the local operations and industry.
Dallas March 12 The Court of Criminal Appeals affirms and remands several cases involving Texans from Palo Pinto Bay Bayou and Dallas. Rehearing motions are overruled with counsel names including Harve Wells John Bates and Jen Giles appearing for various parties.
In Austin March 12 a docket reports writs and remands involving multiple parties across Travis and Brown counties. Cases reference Northern Railroad Company and Rio Grande, with entries including Erwin, Anderson, Blyeila, and Chamberlin. Supreme Court involvement noted. hearings deferred.
Fragmentary text references a legal dispute between Reoth and Farmers over claims of overrated damages. Mentions parties including Hy Seat and LT af Dawood and a list of connected figures and locations. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate a civil litigation context and evolving arguments.
Fragmented OCR text notes a legal proceeding in Galveston involving J. A. Clave and others, with mentions of a court date and an administrator's appointment. It references fees and a judge or official named Connell and a party named Wade Eye, indicating a probate or civil matter.
An unsigned business brief references an assignment involving local merchants and land rights with names and terms that are partially garbled. The item mentions Taylor and Texom and an ensuing process but lacks readable details or outcomes.
A supplier promotes wall paper with samples and pricing upon request. They advertise special dealer offers to refresh stock with new patterns.
Abbreviated fragmentary text appears to refer to political or regional terms with unclear context. The readable items list names and places in a garbled sequence, lacking coherent events or dates to summarize.
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