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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1901
Page
2
The trial of Captain Reed continues after the prosecution rests its case amid testimony described as strong against Reed. The defense will begin presenting evidence today as deputy sheriffs and witnesses discuss the alleged purchases and transportation of vegetation and supplies related to the voyage and campaign.
A late New York telegraph reports General Hare hurrying to the bedside of a dying relative while noting US naval activity in the Philippines and ongoing war events. It mentions Aguinaldo’s capture and calls the conflict near its end, with references to General Joe Tare and troop movements.
A group of Washington lawmakers will travel to the Philippines aboard a ship leaving from New York in late June. The delegation includes representatives Burlesoi Vesna Mistouri and Tenneson and will be accompanied by a secretary. They plan to discuss the ongoing cases and the situation in the region as they travel via the Panama Canal and reach Manila.
A dated Manila dispatch reports General Tito surrendering with his aides and officers including Colonels Ciprane Caliao and Gregorio Kacibae. The piece notes Malayares officers capitulating and suggests near total collapse of organized resistance to invasion with other insurgent leaders surrendering.
Dyspepsia sufferers endure poor appetite and pain with headache and heartburn. Joseph F. Laing of Pisnegan tests Hood's Sarsaparilla, claiming restored bowels, strength, and energy, making him feel like a new person after years of illness.
Reporters describe Cuban relief at Governors Island visit by General Brooke and noted officials. The scene at the Ninth Avenue hotel and surrounding discussions reflect U.S. policy stance and the ongoing debate over possible military intervention in Cuba amid calls for decisive action and aid plans.
A labor conference on wage and overtime terms collapsed after no agreement on hours pay and benefits for machinists, tolling proposals to extend regular and overtime pay while preserving some job protections. The meeting, held in Washington, aimed to avert strikes and lay out new terms for key crafts.
Washington April 20. Applications to establish National Banks by Texas lenders and several listed figures received approval. Names include Lufkin National Bank of Texas, plus associated trustees and collaborators, with regional mentions including Eads Mantosth and Whiteworld.
A short health note notes a drop in doses of Somme Chill Tonics from 24 to 12 as Grove pills undergo supply change. The brief cites miscount and distribution issues affecting available stock.
A lengthy conference of the Methodist denomination adjourned in New Orleans with the board calling hundreds of men and women to field service. The gathering, led by church leaders, included readings on property and mission topics, and outlined plans for engagement with China and Japan while debating broader global church work.
Fragmented text hints at discussing Allied relations and Germany with references to M Hel Cleve and new world order themes. Mentions prompt lines about arity and arena and cooperation between Britain, United States, and Germany in wartime context.
A brawl erupted in a restaurant injuring four participants and several bystanders. Police are investigating while witnesses described thrown furniture and a chaotic scene as officers arrived to restore order.
A Corsicana Texas home owned by J E Harville was totally destroyed by fire. The blaze consumed the house and contents, with authorities unsure of the cause as neighbors reported hearing a loud noise before flames broke out.
Fragmentary OCR from Waco packing plant report notes a burial in local area and references a packing company in Waco. Unclear dates or names appear, with garbled phrases about events in the southern city and a likely public notice context.
The readable text presents a garbled fragment likely from an advertising or tasting note but lacks coherent facts, names, places, or dates to summarize into a proper news item.
A jumble of unreadable lines cites congressmen visiting Chicago Cuban delegation, a man from Tosän claiming a domestic tragedy, missions joining German forces, and various regional notes. Mentions Texas university, Manhattan permits, New York delegation, state receipts, crops, and Scottish Rite work. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
Fragmented text shows references to a hearing before a commission on barging and a port or river area near Houston. Mentions a person Whitger appointed to oversee western matters and a note on the management of unidentified letters or probate items.
A man named Galleely and associates confessed to helping murder a wagon owner named Denegan. They said the crime occurred near Amoror and Ni Burt, Missouri, with involvement by Dr. Cartel and others. They claimed the murder funded a sale of the wagon and related proceeds.
Fragmentary notes from Aviother wit suggest a test well near Temnly ony with output forecasts at Beaumont. Reports indicate another incident at Soiphardia. Enthusiasm at Temnamont wanes as Hoel Wales show little momentum while further contracts are drawn at Meauaiint.
Wheat prices softened while oats rose slightly as traders weighed uncertain demand and weather signals. Regional grain markets showed varied moves with several futures contracts fluctuating before the afternoon close.
Unclear sources report ongoing inquiry into how the Sunday morning death occurred. Local groups plan a charity fair this afternoon at Christ church lawn with Oran M Roberts chapter and Daughters of the Republic meeting. Committees prepare arrangements for the president's reception and city funds support the fund.
Discharges in bankruptcy were granted yesterday by Judge Maxey to individuals including Mhonws, WY Spirks, Lampaxas J. J. Glover, George, Jami Altre biomes Cameron, W. TL Tobtu, Austin, and Lowlh PF Grassituck of Brenham.
In Houston, April a petition in bankruptcy was filed in the Federal Court by Friedenbain a broker of Tousen. The debtor is listed as unsecured with claims including a note for 471 United States dollars and an amount of 3.14. The document identifies various names and entities but indicates no exempt property.
A Black man named Wat faced charges following an alleged assault on the wife of a farmer eight miles from Taylor near Thorn. The incident occurred on a Friday evening and the trial date is recorded as the sixth, before the local judge.
Reported in the evening session a suspect was held for the grand jury while escorted by Cenetable Smith. An attempted disruption occurred as the convoy moved toward Georgetown, but Smith intervened to protect the prisoner.
General Voyron will proceed to Tien Tsin to supervise partial French reductions in Pekin and establish headquarters there. Ministers of powers favor a gradual fortifications cut, while discussions continue with Count Waldersee and the cabinet to confirm the phase of withdrawal and arrangements for governance.
A major blaze in San Juan destroys a vast stock of sugar and rum, with ships Ponce and Kernale affected. Fire rages for hours, wiping out many goods and causing total loss in half the warehouse. Authorities report fatalities and missing persons among workers, while repairing crews work to control the flames.
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