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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1901
Page
1
A chaotic Atlanta Charleston dispatch details the relief committee’s public statement after a devastating incident in Jacksonville Florida. It cites eight immediate receipts of provisions, describes a large relief operation, and notes deaths or missing persons amid a frantic scene.
The United States seeks to open all China including interior provinces to world commerce without abolishing customs barriers. The plan would attract interest from major powers and gain needed support, with hopes it may ease regional rivalries and settle trade tensions.
An editorial appeals Jacksonville residents to donate swiftly to aid city’s homeless after a severe calamity. The Post pledges to collect and transmit funds to Jacksonville mayor, noting widespread distress and prior generous responses from other cities.
The article details casualties and destruction from a major fire in the Jacksonville area. It notes five bodies recovered from ruins and estimates between ten and fifteen thousand people made homeless. It lists affected zones, financial losses ranging from 1.2 to 15 million pounds, and appeals for funds and supplies to the Jacksonville Relief Association and other authorities. It mentions contributions and coordinated aid from local officials and businesses.
Governor Sayers issues Texas wide appeal after a Jacksonville fire leaves fifteen thousand homeless five thousand clothingless and eight thousand without support. He urges cities and towns to send money and supplies to Jacksonvilles mayor Joseph D. Sayers and Governor White supports the relief bill urging Austin citizens to respond promptly.
Charles F. Jen en valet of William Teles and key witness in the Patrick murder case lies severely ill for five days. He declined all food and was moved from detention to Bellevue Hospital. If he dies his confession against Patrick would be worthless as evidence and Patelok’s conviction chances would diminish. He previously cut his throat with a knife and is suspected to be attempting suicide by starvation.
Washington May 6 The comptroller of the currency issued a call for a statement of the condition of national banks as of April 20. The notice asks banks to report their resources liabilities and earnings to assess financial stability.
About fifteen hundred dollars raised in Galveston to aid Jacksonville fire sufferers. Cities including Boston Detroit Chicago and New York pledge further help with funds and supplies. Rate of relief rises as officials coordinate shipments and wait for late totals.
The Associated Press reports a draft of a new Nicaragua canal treaty has reached Lord Pauncefote in London on May 6. The draft centers on canal neutrality and equal treatment for all shipping, with the United States offering guarantees and a neutralization framework. Further negotiations are not expected before Lord Pauncefote’s return in June.
Weather forecast notes showers likely in northern sections with cooler conditions and southeasterly winds shifting to northerly. Oklahoma and Indian Territory expect variable winds with possible showers on Wednesday and Thursday.
The comptroller approved charters for three new National banks in Texas with $25,000 capital each. Names include The First National Bank of Aspermont and The West National Bank of Bulali, plus The Mirar National Bank of Glen Rowe and The Lotkin National Bank Lotkin Texas. Officials named include J W Powers, L McCool, Wiemann, Verona, P Parker, and A Newson. Capitalizations and organizational details specified for each institution.
Warrington May 6 A claim was filed in behalf of Harry McCann a crewman on the U faced Maine when he was blown up in Havin harbor seeking 10000 for the loss. Another claim in behalf of Catherine Burns was joined by Hutier Harwood of New York who led the suit against the Spanish expl.
Berlin May 6 The National Zeitung reports a likely withdrawal of allied forces from the fire zone with Von Waldersee’s command. The plan would move command and reduce troop presence, with only legation guards remaining.
Washington May 6 Cardinal Gibbons due in Baltimore for Martinelli ceremonies. Administration opposes return of friars to Philippine Islands and favors American priests to take their places. Archbishop Ireland and Cardinal Chapelle discussed the matter, with Root coordinating White House and church talks.
Beekeepers and British forces hunt down roving commands in the Cape Colony midlands. After months of raids and damage, authorities intensify efforts to restore order and protect supplies from further disruption.
Report from Klocksdorp Transvaal Colony May 4 describes General Delarey with about 4000 troops dispersing into hills around Hartbreathfontein. Units split: some move west toward the frontier while others head south with Hart directing the southern advance.
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