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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1902
Page
2
A jumble of brief items notes Kat Roeffel pleading in a sensational murder case, Archilabop Corrigan's death in New York, a women's federation debate on social equality schemes, government petitions on prosecutions, and political maneuvering over postmaster appointments and electoral issues.
A garbled OCR passage references a queenly figure and a factory, naming locations and events in distorted form. Names and places are unclear, with several near-royal or corporate labels muddled, producing an obscure, partly decipherable scene.
Fragmented report references Senator Lodge and a push for a government policy, denunciations of corruption, and public messaging. It mentions support from National forces and Representative Burlison, plus a $10,000 appropriation for a dedication, with unclear context on the Philippines committee and alleged water cure testimonies.
Southern League scores show New Orleans 0 Bhreveport 3 Memphis 6 LW Mark 3 Banlsville BC Chattanooga 2 Allanta 14 Birimlighots. National League results include Brooklyn 4 Row toh 1 New York Philadelphia 0 Pittsburgh 4 Cincinnati 2 St Louis 5 Chicago 2. American League Boston 5 Baltimore 2 Philadelphia 7 Washington 5. Churchill Downs winners list names several horses. Mortis Park and St Louis Fair Grounds feature various victors. A number of charters filed with the secretary of state, several industrial enterprises reported. state purchasing agent awarded contracts. one How ol company chartered and another to receive permit. references to northern imports.
In Pittsburgh on May 5 Mrs Kate Soeffel wife of Warden Soeffel of Allegheny County jail entered a guilty plea to aiding and abetting the escape of prisoners linked to the Riddle brothers. Sentencing set for Saturday.
Fragmentary report describes a recent fatal fight near Mexia with two killed and two wounded. It mentions the congression tonight in Fults county, streetman carrying Hamilton counts for civil appeal, and several disjointed notes on local officials, individuals, and a 102 year old death from old age.
Fragmentary text reports distant regional actions including road plans, commissions, treaties, and local civic items. It mentions Wichita Falls routes, Lake Clytion, New Orleans references, and a 3 percent dividend alongside library and education notes, with scattered names and institutions.
The Conference of Rabbis draws notable Texas presence with leaders from Houston Galveston and Dallas. Dr Henry Cohen of Galveston and Dr W I Gremibdeg of Dallas are cited among speakers with Hind a session at Temple Line and a Friday evening union service at a Toronto synagogue featuring Cohen delivering the conference sermon.
Manila reports eighty four Moros under guard made an escape attempt. They breached the guard line at a preconcerted signal. Soldiers fired and pursued the fugitives, killing thirty five Moros and capturing King The. The remaining escapees fled.
A waterspout near Fos on the Whoviaw railroad drowned twelve residents. The West River reportedly rose ten feet, sending Anadarko residents fleeing to higher ground as authorities investigated the disaster.
A dispatch from Santiago, Chile notes the formation of a new cabinet. In New York, Garland and Tend are accused traders in a syndicate, buying Morochorn trees for £100. London reports Earl Roberts’ retirement being openly discussed after the coronation. A Brooklyn teacher Brafford’s heart health is deemed normal by doctors. His alleged Mafia-linked shooting in Brooklyn is noted with police speculation. Also in New York, Gates from Chicago seeks control of Phlosen Tedlananolis land and stock purchases are reported. Ling’s wife in Shanghai is mentioned in a marriage market item.
May 3 The Cuban senate and house meet to organize the transfer of government. President Wood informs that legislative power will begin only after formal government transfer. Credentials will be reviewed and the Whitby government notified of the new assembly. The piece notes H G Sauires in Pekin and Wisconsin appoints a general at Hsiyua.
Washington March 5. The rivers and harbors conference committee adjourned for a week. A bill provision would fund Galveston with as much as six hundred thousand dollars. Details indicate ongoing discussions about appropriations for the upper Texas port and related projects. A related note mentions the Farwell investment clarification and House actions pending.
A respected clergyman from Hivinhighem Ald., recounts his illness and escape from danger after seeking medical help. He credits Palue's Celery Compound with restoring his health and claims it avoids doctors' bills. He urges others to try the remedy.
London May 6 in the house of commons a probe into the shipping combine was pursued with questions about scope. Ministers indicated a formal inquiry would be launched promptly, with committee members urging swift handling and full transparency.
Report describes officials intensifying actions to expiate the murder of a French priest named Pokin in May. The piece notes fears the case could slow restoration efforts and calls for careful handling by Chinese authorities to quell public unrest.
Archibishop Corrigan of Newark dies in New York shortly after 11 o'clock. Attendants report a sudden decline with the end near, while family and clerical staff gather at the bedside. Born 1840 in Newark, he rose to prominence, serving as archbishop in the late 19th century and was noted as a prospective cardinal.
Havemeyer testified before the committee on Cuba sugar, disputing that the trust could dictate terms to Cuban producers. He argued price differences would persist without exclusive notes and that lowering the sugar price 20 percent would not benefit either trust or consumers, amid Republican Senator Teller pressing for coercive access to foreign markets. The hearing adjourned with Havemeyer maintaining the trust could not force terms.
A transcription shows a paused session where representatives and senators including Daoiel Martha Mato Jay Graltinger Clark Miller Anne were named for attendance. An additional mark of respect was given as the estate at 4:60 was noted before adjournment.
A man believed to be Lola Cadard committed suicide by jumping from a location in Galveston. Witnesses described him removing his shoes and leaping into the bay as bystanders searched nearby for belongings. Police and bystanders tried to intervene as the scene drew a crowd and authorities began their investigation.
A medical notice claims piles can be cured without surgery using a promised ointment. The ad lists Kepys and Bint Bleeding on Protrading tans as names associated with the remedy and payment terms.
The House adopted an additional appropriation to cover expenses for the dedication of the De Rochambeau statue in Washington. Two desks were draped in black for public funeral notices, one for Representative Cummings and another for Representative Otey of Virginia who died yesterday. The chaplain offered prayers for the families and the chamber adjourned after memorials and resolutions were discussed.
The Senate session featured a speech by Mr. Lodge urging support for the administration policy toward the Philippines. Lodge rejected imputations against the president and defended the war effort amid criticism of military actions and alleged misconduct in the Philippines.
President focuses on postmaster appointments in the South where few Republican reps exist. Postmaster General Payne aims to tighten patronage control and fill positions to align with party organizations, with recommendations under full consideration.
The Securities Company denies the government's claims regarding the proposed merger of the Great Northern and Northern Pacific railways. Attorneys argue that no stock holdings or actions were taken to lessen competition or create a consolidated control, and that the Chicago Burlington and Quincy purchase was justified by market access and routing advantages. The filing outlines stock ownership and corporate aims while contending there was no intent to form a monopoly.
A fragment alleges a group of stockholders and directors aim to take over railway companies by undermining rivals and public interests. It claims the security firms and a steel stock holder lack authority to monopolize railway routes or traffic and deny any breach of authority.
New Orleans May 1 Reverend G M Palmer noted Presbyterian divine at the head of the Southport church was injured when two lines crashed into him on Minton Avenue near his home. He was carried to Wisbowen Hospital in critical condition though later regained consciousness. doctors reported some improvement despite age. Crowds and telegrams from many communities flooded the home.
In Los Angeles the social equality debate among women ends with an anti colored-women coalition winning after two hours of discussion. The convention overwhelmingly accepts the compromise amendment agreed in New York weeks earlier amid suppressed excitement during charter consideration.
A report outlines the election of board members and membership rules for the organization. It notes a committee on membership and directs that membership actions align with established parameters and the full board approval. Debates touch on eligibility, roles, and the upcoming scheduling of a meeting at 4 o'clock tomorrow.
The Ponti New York reports a list of Texans registered in New York on May 5. Names include Houston, Melatu, Poulter, Tennant, Jobnegig, Smith, Galveston, McVitie, Texarkana, Buchanan, Maphalian, and Thorne Plane.
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