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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1900

Page

3

Population report on Guam and treasury figures

Governor Leary releases an official report detailing Guam’s population, treasury status, and silver currency issues. The document notes a total population of 5861 in January and outlines naval and departmental actions impacting the island’s finances and administration.

Kingdon San Leary Livy Aken Nola Wurplis Navy Guam Agana

Great Britain and Philippines War Outlook Oeuvre

An analysis discusses Britain likely to prevail in the long war and the impact on commerce and diplomacy. It notes U S and European reactions, the scale of forces, and the guerrilla resistance in the Philippines with Aguinaldo and Mabini among cited figures.

Warship Violates Rights in African Canal Clash

A British Warship reportedly violated internal rights during a seaborne clash near the Bay of Delagoa, with the United States ambassador pressing Lord Salisbury for action. The incident involves the vessel named Witch and its commander, amid protest from M8 and Beitlets figures. Complications seem unlikely.

Mit Asso- Mae United States Ambassa Delagow Bay Port Red deMalk Mrdly

April business failures shrink despite large New York Boston cases

Bradstreet reports April failures were the lightest since last September, with total failures down 13 percent from March and liabilities dipping nearly 2 percent. The drop is nation wide, led by New England and the Pacific states, while a few large New York City and Boston failures temper the overall trend.

Bradstreet New York Maron Apel & Yead Heo New York City Boston Henican Joywice New England Middle States Pitcher Thikker(son Pssele

Debate over Instrumental Music Splits Texas Church

Center Texas May 2 The Christian church hosts a four night debate on whether instrumental music is forbidden in worship. Elder J W Chism of Thorp Springs affirms the prohibition while D A Leak of Timpson argues it is allowed. The split congregation plans to judge the moot and continue discussions amid strong attendance and a concurrent Methodist revival nearby.

Hitler J. W. Chism Thorp Springs D. A. Leak Timpton Chlam Hider D.C. Jones Migeault A. J. McCarty Austin Nall Waco W. L. Morrow Timpson Floyd Appleby Christian Church Eider Chism Leak Chi¢m A. A. Weetson Lufkin Beer A Timpon W. L. Pate San Augustine Seversl

Telegraphic Tips New York May

Telegraphic tips from New York note Captain John Betts, twice a recipient of country presents, among brief items dated May.

New York John Betts

Congressional nominations and renomination list from party races

The report lists congressional nominations and renomination outcomes for multiple districts. Dem Congressman Williams seeks renomination in Twentythird H Hill district, Rep candidates Prince in Tenth, Hedge in Flat Iowa, Hopkins in Eighth Oliole, and Irwin in Second Missouri, with G W Gleck noted in First Kansas.

Williams Twen- Heth Mhillness Prince I- Holt Hedge Fliat Iowa Hopkins Oliole W. GO. Irwin Missouri G. W. Gleck Kansas

Maifest Dated and Cemetery Services Planned in Brenham

The Bretham fire department held its weekly meeting led by Chief Low and set dates for the Maifest to May 6 and 35. Brenham lodge Knights of Pythias will conduct decoration day ceremonies at the cemetery with a Second Regiment band, clergy, and community figures leading prayers and addresses. Local memorials note twenty five years of lodge history and list names of those buried or honored, with additional notes on nearby officials, medical updates, and community events shaping the town’s May observances.

Bretham Texas PR. A. Low, Jr C. H. Cardate, Jr Frank H. Dever State Ginners’ Association Brenham Brenham Lodge Keighte Pythias Second Regiment J. L. Mamtey Knights of Pythists Jas. Noble Atlantic Foster The Delsons W.K. Lewig BR. Shiplas H. W. Graber J. Bloombargh P. Hiraehburen J. MM. Ward Berond Regiment Bend Richmond Street Wathon Katherine MT Carlisin Chappell Hill Female College Pusk's Bob Taylor

Wharton May 3 Mass Meeting Nominates School Board

A Wharton Texas mass meeting on May 3 nominated two candidate tickets for the Wharton incorporated school board. The proposed boards include J Hamilton K Tester H Klein T C Finkleston A J Farrell W Croom Kelley Bradley on one ticket and J Hamilton Greet Davidson W F Neal J Roseberry F May C Finklestien Warren Speaker on the other. A reception and entertainment by Maude and Master Haris Hartley followed in the evening.

Wo Board of Trustees Wharton Texas Wharton Incorporated School May & Thera Che Fd J. Hamilton K. Tester H. Klien T.C. Finkleston A. J. Farrell W. 2 Croom Kelley Bradley J. Hamton Greet Davidson W. F. Neal J. Roseberry F. May C. Finklestien Warren Speaker Mias Maude Haris Hartley Crienil

Rosebud Struggles With Mail Delays After Sap Road Washout

Rosebud Texas reports several days without mail or trains due to Sap roadbed washouts above and below town. Travelers and salesmen either walked out or used private conveyances while Rev J L Walker and Rev W B Knight lead an inclement weather revival at the Baptist church. Newt Daniel of Burlington Lumber Co leaves for Ardmore I T to become general manager at a new post.

Rosebud Texas Waco Aesociation Wee Eamly William E. Rostmen Baileyville Milam County John Touchstone J. L. Walker Waco W. B Knieht Baptist Church Newt Daniel Burlington Lumber Company Haw Realearyel Ardmore I. T

Texas Real Estate and Industrial Assoc Convention Nears

State Renal Estate Association in San Antonio announces preparations for the Texas Real Estate and Industrial Association semiannual convention to be held June 27 23 with rail fare reductions and broad state-wide representation. The San Antonio committee seeks input from real estate men and all interested to help shape a proactive programme. Lee A Adams assistant secretary invites suggestions and questions for prompt consideration.

State Renal Estate Association San Antonio Texas Alr Texas Real Este and Industrial Association Lee A. Adams

Car Repairers to Return to Work After Meeting

Buffalo May 2 The striking car repairers of the New York Central will return to work in a body tomorrow morning. This followed a joint meeting of the Car Repairers association at East Buffalo tonight. Other roads did not adjust differences with the repairers today. Victoria Firemen Lost Moves Texas May The firemen have not audited their accounts yet.

Buffalo N. Y New York Central East Buffalo Victoria Texas

Local Celebration Faces Financial Shortfall After Festival

Estimates put the loss between 100 and 200 due to entrance fees and refunds from a fair ground privilege that canceled the event because of track conditions. Citizens contributed generously and others are expected to follow, as the effort was praised overall despite the financial setback.

Isom H. Thomas Dies in Corpus Christi Texas

Isom H Thomas aged about 00 years and a New County prominent pioneer died after several weeks illness. A native of Mississippi he came to Nuecee county around forty years ago and served in a responsible role at Laurels Ranch while employed by Texan Land and Cattle Camp in Corpus Christi. He passed away at his daughter's home in Corpus Christi on May 3.

Isom H. Thomas Deal Corpus Christi Texas Imm Hi. Thomas Mietischippi Nuecee County Ate Vetrera Deentaed Landam Laurels Ranch

Convention Chooses Board Nominees for Bruetech

A convention in Rigin Texas on May 2 selected candidates for a seven member board. The current slate includes W. AL Rivers Walter Keedie John G. Chiles J. E. B. Laird AW Carter and J. Inance. Dr C C Barrip Wanade is named to reach seven. An additional nominee is expected before Saturday election day.

Rigin Texas Bruetech W. AL Rivers Walter Keedie John G. Chiles J. E. B. Laird AW. Carter J. Inance C.C. Barrip Wanade

Austin District Young People’s Society Convention At Taylor

The seventh annual convention of the Austin District Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor meets in Taylor on May 3. Reports from various points indicate a large attendance anticipated.

Awatin Vorm Taylor Texas Austin Young People's Society of Clrivtion Endeavor Thinality

Fragmented World Briefs From Chicago to Kingston

A jumble of short, name rich items from Chicago to Kingston notes accidental deaths arrests and diplomatic gestures. Reports mention Berlin holiday mood Crown Prince Frederik William, auction neglect, Moraes sentencing, Ambassador Cr Pompeo and a mob in Berlin, a Methodist preacher in Chicago appealing for aid, a court case over a wife’s estate, a Louisiana demonstration, a sinking tow boat in Helena and a Servian ship shipment news.

Chicago Minn Broom Ati Jnstaptiv Albert Hotat Botwe Parlin Berlin Ogy Frederik Ajpault Defoyrea Washington Crmtroy White Hose Nekiniew Lowlert France Darlington Barlinetion Nana de J. Co Thrinell Kaisenint Church Exmontty New York Henry M. Fingler Ida A. Flagier Ark Kingstol Jamaica Cilembia

Nethersole Sues Pastor for 20000 Damages

Actress Olga Nethersole sues Rev. Thomas C. Boston pastor of the Eastern Presbyterian in Washington for 20000 damages alleging he preached an April sermon calling her a lewd woman. The suit was filed in the supreme court of the District of Columbia.

Olea Nethersole Lander Washington Salt Supreme Court of the District of Columbia Olga Nethersole Thomas C. Boston Eastern Presbyterian Church Miss Nethersole Banton Joe

Americans Attacked by Filipino Forces in Panay skirmish

A Trollo dispatch reports the Twenty-sixth Infantry trapped near Leambuno in Panay. Four U S soldiers were killed and eleven wounded. the rest escaped. Reinforcements were sent from Llella, and the Filipino force withdrew to its mountain stronghold.

Twenty-sixth Manila Trollo Leambuno Panay Peronnollrick Elziern Llella

Standard Oil Gives 10 Percent Wage Increase Across Industry

The World reports a nationwide 10 percent raise for twenty five thousand Standard Oil Company workers. About 125 boilermakers in Constable Hook New Jersey quit demanding 225 for one house labor and other terms amid talks that led to the general wage rise.

Standard OF Company New York Constable Hook

Bramsden Wins Portsmouth By Election In Narrow Victory

In Portsmouth by election Liberal candidate T A Bramsden defeats Conservative Masendie by 610 votes after Liberal Walter Owen M’Lough withdraws the seat. Bramsden captured the seaport constituency amid post withdrawals and shifting support.

Taperiniiem Heboked London Portsmouth Lberal Walter Owen Mlough T. A. Bramsden Masendie Mesendie Galence Wee

School Trustee Election Rules and Ballot Procedures

Harris County official Vasmer explains ballot use eligibility and preparation, polling locations, voting qualifications, number of trustees, ballot marking, officer duties, and record keeping for the May school trustee election. He notes the Australian ballot is not used and ballots may be prepared at or near the polls. voters may prepare their own ballots and must meet state qualification standards.

T. W. Ford Vasmer Lon EH. Vasmer Harris County Texan Housted Texas Hone Salt Wallole Ureo T. W Hen. TV Ford Olty Cain Wis United States Ayi Hhe United Thore Evertinns Ehngier Jude Jodgee Ehoulda Bach Lilloye BE. H. Viemer

Dewey at St Louis greeted by vast crowd and receptions

Admiral Dewey arrived in St Louis amid noisy demonstrations and cheers. He was escorted through dense crowds to Planters Hotel where he received a standing ovation. Tomorrow he attends multiple receptions and a banquet at 4 PM with a silver punch bowl gift from the citizens.

Peagle St. Owls Admiral Dewey St. Laws Boyel Jan Planters Hotel St. Louis

Texas Matters Special to The Post

Washington reports pensions granted Texans including Crile Jonathon Hoyt Galveston 10 Wil Shun Ball Segula 8 George W Bullock Jeanette 6 Alexander W Bonner Menta 44 Albert Newman San Acgeld 4 Jacob M Krels Olympia 8 Thomas Brown San Antonio 8 Palmer Dallas 2. Comptroller authorizes Texas banks to begin business First National Bank of Deleste capital stock 60.

Texas

Local Bank Officers Named in Hidden Ledger Notes

Fragmentary OCR lists Marre as president of an unnamed entity and The First National Bank of St. Jon with caps and dollar figures. Other names such as Chirlee G Herming and Thou Eo Dowery appear with unclear roles, indicating a faded note on bank officials and cashflow.

Marre BS Rogers Towhier First National Bank of

Puerto Rican Coonell San Juan Appointment Notice

Fragmentary text from a Puerto Rican notice in San Juan references appointive actions and names including a senatorial committee, an attorney general, and a judiciary advisory body. The legibility is limited and key details on scope and dates are unclear.

Puerto Kosay

National A M K R Assembly Opens Under Bishop Lomax

The conference opening at the A M KR Assembly in Washington is led by Bishop Lomax of Charlotte with Bishop Hoots of Fairville delivering the opening sermon. Delegates number six hundred from every state plus Africa Bermuda and St Cherise.

A. M. Ei Zlemisin Woashington A. ML KR Tere Lomax Charlotte NL Hoo Fairville N. C Union Africa Bermuda St. Cherise

Plague Report From Sagkin and Suakim

On May 2 three cages of habotile plague and one death from the disease are reported at Sagkin and Suakim. Officials are tracing sources and advising precautions for residents and travelers.

Sagkin Suakim

Becoming a Mother

An advertisement extols avoiding childbirth pain through "Mother's Friend" by the B field Regulator Co. It promises safer, less fearsome labor and offers a free little book titled Before Baby is Born upon request to Atlanta, Georgia.

B Field Regulator Co Atlanta

Wall papers praised as artful designs and colors

The passage extols wall papers as the pinnacle of artificial beauty in design and coloring, unrivaled in decorations. It calls the cheaper grades pretty and dainty, marvels of romance and finishing with cobra and Sampson mentioned by request.

Sampson

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