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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1900
Page
4
A county assembly adjourned amid tense debate over the Inver compress and Viditors meeting details. Officials outlined actions affecting the cotton trade, with remarks by Col. W. Po hair and state figures highlighting the city’s economic stake. May 2 and 4 dates were set for further sessions.
The New York Grand Master reports the Washington Grand Lodge obstructs recognition of a Hamburg chartered lodge and bars admission of visitors from it. He notes ongoing correspondence to restore cordial jurisdictional relations while considering a measured response.
Washington dispatch reports a claim that an "armed mapping" incident was directed at women and children in St Louis Missouri with details from a letter said to come from a U.S. official. The piece references Davis and a discharged consul in Lourenzo Marquez and mentions the South African context and a minister's wife.
An alarming account describes threats of invasion against Mafoking and Karmel Kaffirs with forced withdrawal deadlines before March 5. It notes armed Kafirs led by Bewney and reports two women murdered, with men mostly on commando duty andBewney officers at the front.
Reports from New York indicate three bubonic plague cases in port area. E C Leech, noted banker and mint ex-director, died here. Painter Munkeeny dies, burial planned in Budapest. M Dupuy de Lome named ambassador to Italy. Acting mayor Setlo Futrady Morilian resigns, cites private affairs. Salt Lake jury discharged in case of A Roberts for unlawful dwelling. Daviton, famed editor from New York AP bureau, dies aged.
May 1 afternoon dispatch describes General Hamilton's division pressing northward. River line holds near Goriley as Canadians attack left flank while Shropshire and Marshal's Elements, aided by Ahathery, launch a concurrent assault causing heavy casualties. Mountain troops retreat toward safer ground amid shifting positions.
Fourth District voters of the National Association of Hall Way Postal held a meeting today in San Antonio to elect officers and delegates. Notable names include AVN Petter Jacksonvilla vice president Henrylor, and others from Kentucky Missouri Virginia and Georgia.
A gala in New York at the Waldorf-Astoria honored prominent figures including General Josiah Vitale and General Milow. Attendees listed include General Joseph Jetterson and Mrs Jefferson Tyme Aid. The occasion marked by a large tabled reception with notable guests and speakers.
In Shermain Texas a city hall auditorium gathering of several workingmen hinted at forming a protective organization to thwart attempts to organize business and push for revising homestead laws. In New York, May 1, word spread that Representative Harlew A. Poutdile is gravely ill, delaying potential candidacy for re election next fall.
New York reports the North German Lloyd line cedes part of its fleet to the Valems Ahiphullinipg company of Stettin, aiming for a vessel capable of twenty knots under a contract that grants the shipowner a seven and a half year service, plus engine power of 45 000 horsepower, promising faster voyages than current liners.
Report from May day in Chivage notes Holler workers staging a strike at the local shop. About twenty two hours were disrupted as machinists and helpers walk out over disputes with foremen. Officials say the walkout follows alleged improper practices by some night-shift crews.
In Warana on May 1 Colonel Adosses notes fears of rising labor unrest in the eastern provinces as crops come in. With workers facing unemployment, the labor problem must be addressed to prevent further instability.
Andrew Carnegin of New York refused to contribute to the Dewey arch fund but gave 1000 dollars to aid the widow of Sergeant Douglas who was killed at Crotonham during the re ent strike.
Washington reports the Navy Department is studying the advisability of netting all steam yachts and small vessels following the pine destruction two years ago. The plan aims to prevent further losses and enhance coastal safety.
Thousands line Chicago streets as Admiral Dewey tours amid mass crowds. Police escort and civic groups join the reception, with ships’ models and salutes fueling a celebratory mood. The event spans hours with parades, toasts, and planned evening activities in honor of Manila Bay victory commander.
Secretary Root is confined to his house with a grip attack delaying Cabinet discussion on Philippine affairs. Secretary Taft Haw and Attorney General Griggs attend but offer little to the agenda. Secretary Gage notes progress on refunding the old loan into new 2 percent consols, about 200 million exchanged. Debate over Hawaii appointments, with only President Dole likely to be named governor, and a $1 million currency shipment to Puerto Rico planned by first available transport. President McKinley, recovering from a grip, attends the meeting in poor condition.
May 11 report lists American casualties among the Troups in the Philippines. Names include George K K Webster, Thomas Collison, Joseph Kreanert, Henry Aron, Lo G Gay, W J Gloveland, Porter Beck, Frederick Z Gleanon, Wer ley Merrit, Alfred T Isaker, Henry Cull, John B Metann, Alvin G Baker, Michael T Lahey, Ramuel Hansen, John O Malley, and Charles Marshall among others from multiple infantry companies.
A Maine cable states the Panama Canal Co has been granted an extension to finish the canal by the drone of LILA. Isthmian engineers and Panama canal commission planners doubt completion within the extended period, while officials foresee possible impacts on the Hay Pauncefote treaty and the Nicaragua final bill.
Mrs Ander son mother of WG Anderson died suddenly at 8 this morning from paralysis of the brain. She attended church last evening and grew uneasy. Mrs Anderson came from Waon where her husband once ran a furniture business.
El Vaso Texas May 1 The Vella Fargo Express company is doing a big business this week in the transportation of Mexican dollars. On Sunday evening a shipment was moved as part of the ongoing trade.
The firm brought a large sum in coins from Mexico City and later shipped funds to Hong Kong and Chile. No additional 10 000 pound shipment was recorded that night, leaving unclear final destinations.
In Livingston on May 1 district judge High tower named W. T. Carter as receiver for the Lima Lumber company after a legal filing. The action outlines asset control and orderly liquidation under court oversight.
The text records an assignment in Gainesville Texas during May by L C Hickson Dean and analyzes line items. It names J D Leeper as assignee and lists amounts including 2400 dollars in a Stuart form.
Charlee Herbert Allen was inaugurated as Puerto Rico’s first civilian governor under U S sovereignty. A sunlit ceremony in San Juan featured serenades, military bands, and an oath on the mansion steps with Bishop Bimenk presiding and Governor Allen pledging civil governance under federal authority.
J 5 Mac Nimura president of the Municipal Improvement company files a suit in the Thirty-eventh district court seeking appointment of a receiver and dissolution of the firm. The company, active in San Antonio and Houston paving with Standard CW asphalt from near Uvalde, lists assets around 20000 and liabilities near 910,000. Hearing set before Judge R B Green on Saturday.
A compilation of brief notes from Texas towns recounts sudden deaths after medical procedures, church events ending, accidental killings, weather impacts, and local accidents. Reports cover Floresville Riverside Stephenville Weimar and nearby areas detailing casualties, rail and bridge work, shipments to the British army, and a fatal timber camp incident.
Hempstead Texas April meeting at the Baptist church formed a committee to organize a local association. W I Heras M S and J B Hubbard named to solicit aid from merchants. A merchant committee of Louis Parquiar Evgeny Teynolds and A H Stephenson chosen to arrange support. A dance honored visiting German American farmer Mr Moudricks.
Grand President OY Atterman of Dallas helped organize a sister lodge of the Sons of Mormann in Hermann, Texas. Blumen loge Nd named, seventy four charter members joined as officers elected include Mere Howe as president and Mra HH Franke as president, with Jute Sehoutse of Austin delivering the address.
Mere Green Dew Bastion Texas. Died at her home in the city on April 30. Burial occurred Sunday with Rev Nathan Powell officiating. Survived by daughters Mrs Rotert Gl Mere and Mrs G Hy Leath and Miss Mageto fod Mayde Green. A leading member of church and society.
The Sherman cotton mills shipped two cargoes of seamless bags to St Louis and Omaha. The mills are strained to meet orders and expect delays as production runs on overtime.
The instaureting of the lsowtintond conference was held at Carnegie Soll Losighi on May 1. Former Printect Henjamin HMurriuon presided as opening night featured speeches by prominent delegates.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions bears and banging sounds in an unspecified setting. The text is unclear but implies an unusual disturbance or creature reference without clear details.
Reports from Wellborn Brenham and Savannah Texas describe rising Brazos River levels driven by recent rainfall. Floodwaters threaten bottomland cotton and cultivated fields with continued warm weather unlikely to relieve the surge. Communication notes difficult river traffic near Hempstead Navasota and Cleveland with channels overrun by water.
Reports from Hearne Texas dated May 1 indicate the river has fallen to near normal levels with no signs of further rise. In nearby Sryan May 1 the water dropped several feet and continues to recede slowly, allowing some residents to begin returning to previously flooded areas.
In Denison Texas on May 1 the cotton mill faced a stoppage as the flues blew out. The accident paused operations but the machinery was ready to run and the picking room expected to commence tomorrow.
An early May shooting at Odess Texas left W R Henderson wounded as he was hauling goods. He was shot from his wagon and fell after a short distance. Sheriff Thomas and investigators pursued leads while residents anticipated trouble and the incident drew attention from three children nearby.
A blaze Saturday night in Floresville Texas destroyed the life of its contents belonging to RM with about of corn saved in the house.
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