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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1901
Page
3
Reports from Texas detail new wells and escalating derrick construction in the oil field. Despite a few closures, optimism remains as exploration expands beyond established bounds with significant investments and land transfers noted in ongoing development.
A Alvin area meeting approved plans to erect a derrick for development and identify the Alvin Oil Company as forming with Eywy Bratty as president, George Sweeny as manager, and D. W. Cumming as secretary treasurer. A New York Texas Oil Company reportedly secured rights for a derrick on the Nelson place near Alvin with machinery already purchased.
In La Porte Texas oil activity increases as one company forms and two more follow. Leading citizens met Thursday to organize and plan drilling on farms in the west end, with several wells expected to be sunk soon. Dr J Beaziey’s farm area is cited as a site.
Report notes oil campaign activity with figures on land sales and new wells near La Porte. Locals show rising oil stock and rapid lens acquisitions as drilling efforts progress west of town and near the Kergan Piher area. Residents debate whether to capitalize on the surge or hold back as excitement peaks.
A report from Sulphur Wells notes residents and travelers contest a press claim that oil gushing has begun at the Batpantre Fisher site near Lake Charles. Francie Chavanne and others refute rumors, stating no blowout or flow has occurred despite expectations, with inspections focusing on the Sulphur district.
A fragment mentions Andrew Dow and several initials in a legal or public records context. The sparse text suggests a docket or notice snippet with names or parties listed alongside letters and abbreviations. No clear event or outcome is stated.
The superintendent Jaques Ott reports on pipe lines tied to the Vion Sulphur Company. Residents fear disruption as wells and pipes are discussed and public interest grows. Captain Thatcher and others weigh prospects for refining and canal projects amid ongoing local concerns.
Frank Williams & Co publishers of the Daily Oil Stock Bulletin provide quotations on Hedlveatooka and several other companies with asked prices for shares.
A group of men led by J R Mitel and A F Lewis arrived in Navasota Texas last night to drill near Grimes County Oil and Cog company. The crew registered at the Camp hotel and reported their drilling equipment shipped from Geneon via Central Tooming. They requested supplies and noted their efficiency in drifting.
May 4 Galveston Texas Representatives of the Pennsylvania Oil Refining Company reviewed fields with plans to handle for production of East Texas wells. They reportedly hold an option on property at Winwood arrest foot and are negotiating with Galvestan Wharf for storage facilities at Thirty fifth Street. A new Gainesville company formed March 3 to develop oil fields near Mountster with capital stock of 500,000. J Kepnerly president William Remnnns secretary and treasurer Aldridge Irensanes Ki Russell geere J Wright attorney Meagranditt and more are listed.
In Washington on May 3 the Tribune’s special reports Senator Bailey of Texas discusses oil industry prospects. He asserts Texas has vast untapped fuel reserves and a favorable climate for rapid industrial growth, with 200 companies already forming and capital from 50,000 to 000,000.
A meeting of the board of directors is scheduled for this evening at the office of Jojin MM Minar. The company aims to develop fields of this and other coal interests as several local executives signaled plans for upcoming activities.
Special to The Post reports President Kruger will visit the United States in the fall. Diplomatic agent Wollatington says the trip will be informal with calls on President McKinsey at the White House and visits to New York and Washington, with a possible week in New York and a stay in Philadelphia.
A new development firm titled International OFF and Development Co. is organized in Trinity Texas with officers including John Crowder of Chalveston, Jobson of FAVE, and W. Hell of Trinity serving as general treasurer. The group filed for a barler operation and plans to list machinery and parts for the venture, with Valentine president and Dan Craddock treasurer overseeing the enterprise.
The passage notes rising East interest in oil led by figures including Mr George E Morat publisher of Morat's Dictionary of Mhlewee who plans a move to Ren u. It mentions Mr Albert a dowsey eye man with Kereta of Chino and fore pubertaking his peenit werk as oil prospects attractglobal attention.
In Richmond Texas reports describe the week’s weather warmer than recent days and a parade of local farmers discussing bounty values. Vague notes mention a crowd around a road gate and a guidepost to a cow herd, with price signals at the end of the line.
The Texas article lists many named individuals appointed to various public roles including pension examining, special agents, and postal positions across multiple counties such as Abilene Fort Worth Victoria and Galveston. The notice notes appointments for pension examining and other state duties with several locations and names referenced.
Paris Texas May 2 notice reports Dan Roltina returning from Beauchent and a local sale of property conducted by Prominent Tihany Crom Td. The item mentions valuations and a bridge to Hood Ts tWkely while noting details about May deme CC and a sale date for property tied to a prominent local figure.
A local county firm named Fillshore Fillshore, Terns, Maya holds a private meeting to elect J. Smith Jr. as president and H. W. Toby as vice president. The company plans a future venture valued at twenty thousand dollars and seeks investors for its dormant holdings.
Dated OCR fragment notes players attached to the Corsicana area with mentions of W. 1 Riley and the Southerns Off bonis. References include Tewellava and American Well and Sregeethip camp. Reads as a sports roster tease from a local page.
Fragmented OCR text references rate limits and abbreviations. No clear event or subject identified. Provide cleaner source for a precise headline and summary.
May adverliners report that E. H. Harriman will keep control of Union Pacific as outside purchases of shares remain short of a majority. They note outside transactions did not topple his hold and emphasize strength in management despite large share activity.
The Germanic reported a night sinking off Gore Bay near Great Maultonito Teas Ont. The Tocumeeh halted the steamship to assist as the Germanic towed toward Gorehwy. Signal crews recovered two men but a third, named Bes, did not survive, while all three victims were later lost at sea.
A fragment reports that the Damon Mowed Oil and Mining company had a matter in Richmond Texas on May 2. The brief appears to reference corporate activity in the local oil industry with uncertain specifics.
Wellington May 3 The examining board to select officers for promotion of enlisted men met to determine the fitness for appointment as lieutenants. Names listed include Colonel Chambers McKibbin Twelfth Infantry Colonel Peter J A Clear Surgeon General Colonel Cyrga 8 Hevand Infinicy Lieutenant Colonel Chayples HH Tirrine Major Almondo Varney and Captain Howard with others mentioned.
Special report from Washington notes Dr. W A Cromat of this city has applied to the state department for the consul position at Victoria Tranevail. The vacancy arose following the departure of the former consul and the department will consider all applicants before naming a successor.
The applicant states willingness to tie in to demonstrate the facility can cover expenses. The line for the application has been placed on file and the renewal process continues.
Consul General Barlow in Mexico City states there is no reason for quarantining the city over typhus fever. The telegraph to the State Department downs risk, noting reports of fever cases but arguing against broad city lockdowns.
A South region gathering at St. Dom’s Church opened with welcome remarks and a formal session led by chair Mira Mirkin of Nashville. Nashville’s Morning Robert Lowereille gave an address on conference objections while Sra Hammond of Tennessee read a plan for a Home Missionary Colony in the church paper.
Chicago May bestill Stuyves and Wish of the Illinois Central Railroad announce a pension plan for about 40000 employees to take effect July 1. The plan includes a gift of 250000 dollars and a possible additional appropriation up to 100000 dollars.
Beeville Texas May 2Dr Simmons leader of the Enterprise heads plans for an oil mill after artesian water boring. The project involves relocation from Live Oak to a core ranch near Luling with investors buying shares and expanding capacity. Work to construct the mill is set to begin soon to boost local industry.
A fire north of Cleburne yesterday destroyed a barn and its contents belonging to Rash Higes. The value of the loss was reported but not specified in the available text.
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