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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1902
Page
5
March 24 reports on rebuilding efforts estimate costs near 9.7 million with detailed forms filed for a broader flood control program. Officials including Attorney General and state treasurer Robbins coordinate with county authorities in multiple counties to review funds and taxpayer impact.
Mr. Turner, Texas travel agent for the Texas and Mexico tour, reports large expected crowds for the National Confederate reunion opening April 22. He estimates rail lines will bring at least a hundred thousand visitors from Texas and nearby towns, with Dallas expected to be crowded and rail carriers strained during the four day event. Other representatives echo the forecast of heavy turnout and limited rail capacity.
Judgment rendered in Sayles v Campbell with a jury verdict for Sayles for 16 850 plus interest dating from May 8 1901. District court in Texas notes sale of land related to the dispute and the case involved W T Caimi, Howard Bland, and Mrs Mary E Sayles. The event reflects a contested property matter in Beaumont.
Persistent text from a damaged OCR advert claims a cure for baldness and promises guaranteed results or money back. It touts a shampoo and soap remedy with demonstrations and a free booklet offered by Bremer Co. in Chicago.
Beaumont Texas March 24 reports the burning of the oil steamer Major Barrett bound for Philadelphia while carrying 45000 barrels of oil for the Texas Oil and Pipe Line Company. The loss prompts talk of a new pipeline as stock markets show mixed activity and officials review maritime safety and transport implications.
An executive from Kansas City, Teaxumont and Gut Hallway company, based in Beaumont, announced tank cars now under company control must carry shipments to Pots along the Santa Fe line. The old 48 hour pay rule at $25 daily has been replaced by a 1 cent per mile rule per the Tank Car Service association. Beaumont business activity is not rising rapidly. efforts focus on oil-shipping partnerships during the season.
W H Penman of the Penman Boiler Works Chicago arrives in Galveston to discuss oil storage tank construction. He recently secured a contract to build forty seven storage tanks for the Southern Pacific Railway and plans to move forward with the Santa Fe order.
District Judge Morris ruled on whether the attorney general must assist in a suit against private parties. The case targets the Ruby Limber Company and individuals, testing the power of the attorney general versus private actions under the state trust laws.
A large bell hanger from East Chive to Kean and hired a Toat teppeyenty, with expectations of thugs and crime. He noted the plant at Reanmont with the mat pists November. The Texas op library Wis pliant hae been nemming ten ty twenty tin fonts all out the twenty four, and there was great demand for fine.
Fragmentary report notes a land deal near Cedar Bayou and possible well drilling activities. Details are garbled with names and figures not fully readable, mentioning a Mr Higging and a price of 5000 and references to wells, land tracts, and natural harbor considerations.
A Galveston market report lists multiple entities with share counts including 100 shares for Aniwrlonis and Fonte, 200 to 240 shares for various firms, and 1000 shares for Licky Diode. The note records trading activity among companies such as Anglo American and American Gladd Refolog with varying share totals.
Mineral Wells Texas March 24 The company plans to take charge of the gas well preparing machinery to restart operations after a stoppage due to unworkable conditions. The well stands down about TAO feet with work halted. company workers will relocate as needed to resume production within the week or move to a nearby site three miles away.
Adjutant General Scurry releases General Orders No. 2 detailing new officers obligated to post bonds of 2000 dollars with three sureties, and to confirm ability to field a 50-man company for three years. Several companies are reassigned or discharged. commissions honorably granted or revoked for merchant infantry, cavalry, and support staff.
The report lists promotions and transfers across several units including the 3rd Infantry and various colored infantry companies. It notes officers elevated to captain and lieutenant ranks, resignations and reinstatements, and changes in command assignments with multiple named individuals and units.
Devine Texas march 21 plans show Tevine to acquire a cottonseed mill with land purchase and railroad access. Landa of New Braunfels leads the enterprise and will raise large feed pens and house a significant number of cattle for market shipments.
The record describes a rise in demand for high quality imports with 2452 bottles in a year and compares increases to other stores. It mentions brands and places in a general way, highlighting import volumes and consumer trends. The text is garbled but centers on import levels and market growth.
In Morgas Texas on March 4 two prominent figures, Ilon Beall and Wooten of Dallas, campaigned two hours amid uncertainty over who carries Koaguée county to decide the district's congressman. Reports from Meridian describe Wooten's condition deteriorating with his allies fearing a breakdown while updates from Dallas and Valley Mills note shifts in support and allied discussions.
A large crowd gathered for the joint Waters-Pierce debate at Temple, Texas, on March 20. Attendees included local figures and supporters who pressed for clarity on the contested issue, while critics argued the proceedings reflected broader political tensions and campaign strategies shaping the state.
The document appears as a fragmented plea from the campaign committee to supporters and officers in Lanham Washington. It mentions a protest or election context and requests seating or access for debate related activities. Names and exact roles are obscured by garbled OCR.
Reports from Lamyncor and Palestine detail Texas congressional race notes and primary dates. Officials in Rockport and Lapa discuss June primaries. Harris and county committees plan June 14 county convention and April 1 congressional primary with first and second primaries for state and district offices.
Obscure death notices report several local deaths: Riley, 1 year old, near Texas City. Mrs Najile Thulets of Lum Tullona. Sbr. GM Seetth, merchant of Bhelke county. Mrs. Peter Campbell of Sheridan Campbell, San Antonio. Rev. Reed, Methodist minister, Bonham. Details are terse and dated March 24 or 34 in scattered towns.
Local obituaries report the death of Mrs Valentine Nojon age 26 at the family home near Mungi Doe Nell. Other notices mention Swindill of Nexarkind Texas and multiple deaths with family details. A political notice references a Melon county committee primary election and delegate meeting.
The record outlines various court actions and petitions before Avetin and the Supreme Court, mentioning Joab nvrrte and Trot Away cases, and references to McCirdy Daniela, DAA, and other parties. It notes petitions for relief, approvals, and a judge’s order in the lower court, with several names and jurisdictions indicated.
Fire swept the Baota Meine facility in Beaumont destroying three locomotives and damaging two others. Residences burned as the blaze gutted the off road house and shops. Initial estimates place damages between 25 000 and 50 000 dollars with investigators unsure of motive though an incendiary theory is mentioned. Engine crews Tom Gray and William Cullen Bennet helped save two valuable engines as the roundhouse nears rebuild.
The Strother school building a four room frame structure in Waco burned early today. Owned by principal J T Strother the private school was well furnished. He suspects arson after two prior attempts to destroy the structure and estimates a loss around $200 with insurance of $1200.
A cottage southwest of Yoakum burned down at about 1 o clock this morning. Flames heavily damaged the structure and nearby cottages. Firemen reported the blaze caused by unknown source and no injuries were noted.
A report from Sonora on March 21 describes a large explosion at the ranch of Me. Torney. The blast buried the owner and destroyed grain, hay, farming machinery, and utensils, with heavy damage noted to surrounding property.
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