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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1901
Page
3
Beaumont extends reports of a refinery build authorization after Forward returns with authority. A $100,000 damage suit seeks vindictive damages for an additional amount, amid talk of oil center development and rising eastern capital.
Beaumont Texas May 6 damage suit filed in the Het edit cites Forward Reduction Company proposing a new plant in Beaumont with a a large refiners operation. Waller Seth Loeon discusses site capacity and production aims as a major expansion. The article notes a forthcoming interview and potential contract details connected to the project.
Plaintiff claims vindictive damages totaling $100000 in a civil suit filed this week. The action names the defendant and cites alleged wrongful conduct leading to monetary restitution. The court filing requests a jury trial and related relief.
A report outlines inquiries into share requests across multiple firms. Investigators examine who requested stock and for what purposes, seeking transparency in ownership and potential conflicts. Authorities urge compliance with disclosure rules and warning against irregular trading practices.
Wunder Texas May 6 Mr J N Robertson found oillike water in an abandoned well on his land. He poured samples into a bottle and showed a strong smell and pale color to locals. The sample was sent for analysis at the bank. The site lies in the oil belt and the well is about ninety feet deep. water tasted strongly of oil and unsuitable for use.
Harris County Development Company, after absorbing Harris County Gas and Oil, has been quiet but is rapidly sinking new wells. The merger expands activity as drilling speeds up, signaling a busy period for local energy development.
A newly organized company with FB. W. Camp as resident, 4.1L. Wolf as secretary, and J. J. B Mouse as treasurer offers stock at 75.00 per share with 1.5 shares minimum. The venture centers on a 10 000 acre lease near the Taylor Plire, with a well planned to start soon and gas indications reported.
Austin May 6. The secretary of state lists fourteen oil concerns formed or reorganized in Texas. Names include Panther City Oil of Port Worth, Western Union Oil of Tyler, Laterstate Oil of Beaumont, and others with capital stocks ranging from 50,000 to 6,000,000 dollars. Directors span Fort Worth Dallas San Antonio and Beaumont, with aims to prospect for oil in Texas.
Amended answer filed in U S court case J M McClure et al versus George A Emery concerns title to a large parcel along Top Paint Bayou in Jefferson County. Grange heirs traced land from 1854 to 1950s transfers. Mitchell heirs and Texas title Co claim by power of attorney. Plaintiffs seek decree confirming their lack of valid title to the land in East Texas oil district area.
The text outlines a lease where the lessor pays a royalty on all oil produced at market and requires completion of arrangements for marketing the oil within set deadlines. It mentions timelines of ninety and sixty days and obligations if a well is drilled.
Imke Charles and Rach of Arn of Carnone & Co Jewelers reported no abatement of excitement at the sulphur mine region. The town overflows with visitors and talks of inspectors arriving on every train. Prices noted include 1000 dollars per acre near the mines and 40 dollars per acre farther away.
A Smithville based mining company formed with capital of 10,000 seeks land purchase and leasing in Bastrop county to bore for ore. Key officers include Buexcher as president and Miluy as secretary, with numerous local stockholders and merchants named in the filing. Water contamination concerns are noted as the venture aims to exploit mineral resources.
In Nacogdoches County a land leasing notice mentions Navdtedctes and Terese Mey with many strangers in town seeking lands for mineral testing. The company plans operations within three months on land 25 miles from town near the Texas and Nee line and a railroad extension, amid limited local detail and hesitation.
Mr Civil KK Garee formerly of Mens ten and recently in Atlanta is in Beaumont pursuing a book project. Mr Gotme is spending time in Beaumont to aid the plan which aims to convert a state region. The work will be produced by Messe TA fink OW AL Gtia and OEP Ghee under the Goole banner. It will cover pasty department and family matters with a focus on lumber rice and oil.
A brief field report from Corsicana notes production and well status through May. It lists 6 wells produced 3 gas wells, with 2 dry and 4 abandoned, plus 7 additional wells recorded with 1 gas and 6 dry or abandoned, totaling May figures.
May 4 Henrietta Texas reports a discovered oil well on the Sippencott farm near Hurnville ten miles north. Water tastes of kerosene and the well is drilled deep with local interest mounting as reports of stock and partnerships emerge. Beaumont investors reportedly pursued land and operations. Galveston notes Santa Fe crude oil movement rising in March with 500 barrels shipped and expansion plans beyond California.
The Cotton Exchange solicits a $200 donation to aid Jacksonville fire sufferers. Houston officials confirm appeals via May 6 correspondence. Separate notes defend Drifter's ownership amid rumors of misused funds and stockholder concerns, detailing company treasury status and expenditures.
Parties from Coleman county effected the purchase of land in the Heale Survey within Orange County. The tract lies near the central portion of the county where oil operations have begun. The Baumont Lumber Company of Beaumont financed the deal through E. M. Jenpinga & Bro. of Purreautg.
Shamrock II posted a faster start and led early but Shamrock I surged ahead after the initial laps. Winds shifted to a north breeze as both yachts competed in smooth waters. Shamrock I finally pulled clear and won the trial after a half hour of close racing.
At Levuleville on May 6 the Clark Stakes featured Eminence winning at one mile and an eighth amid a strong field led by Ky Derby participants. The card produced many longshots and the day drew about ten thousand spectators with strong finishes across six races.
Western Jockey Club stewards at Chicago held their monthly meeting to discipline owners trainers and jockeys who disregarded rules by racing at non sanctioned tracks. T. S. Hayes and followers had licenses of trainers revoked while jockey Towlinson faced revocation as well. Robert Aullwill elected steward and racing dates set.
The Agricultural and Mechanical College Athletic association hosted its annual field day in College Station on May 5. Twenty seven events featured entries from freshmen through seniors in competitive trials. Brows scored the most points and was crowned champion as several records were believed to be near or surpassing state marks.
In a tight contest, Atelier edged rival team with a late push led by key players including Wl Martin and M. Wren. Officials credited steady defense and precise passing as the deciding factors in the final minutes.
Shreveport resident reports dismay at umpire McNamara affecting the game as Little Beek hits a home run. Fisher and McGuire noted pitchers in a high stakes clash. crowd about 2 000 observed the Southern league opener in Athletic Park.
A fragmented report describes a chaotic scene with notable names Towisrile Carter Rhreek and Jack Bonner Sammitt Wi. The text hints at a limit of twenty pounds and a tense exchange involving Aeronet sod skye and healening Carher, with mentions of Choynsk and Marvin Wart Coke.
The death notices list Mrs Briget Eagan and Mrs Peldget Kagan dying yesterday morning at 1900 Rock Frenue. Funeral at 4 pm at Church of the Annunciation with burial in Catholic cemetery. Also mentions J P Aiken and P F Alten buried, and survivor details for a widow and mother.
In an afternoon vote at the Houston Leecum Carnegie Library office, the trustees were re elected for another term. All members of the old board were chosen to serve the full term amid a total of 611 votes cast. The article lists the individuals who comprise the board.
Advertises a large stock of wall paper with a wide collection south of St Louis. Claims lower prices and new items from 214 canto roll up, urges readers to request samples and prices. Mentions healers and suppliers may be interested in handling or trading books for samples or pricing.
Fragmentary OCR reads a roster of individuals with initials and roles including Briabeno, WW, Tap pert, HL Dickson, Mim H, Fr Ri Mre W, TG Kendall, Lt Clare, W H Wilson and AS Grant on the board at James Bute, Illinois.
Market notes from New York and New Orleans describe mixed activity in coffee and sugar. Prices show declines and dull trading with European demand easing, while large U S clearances support the market and May quotations edge lower.
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