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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1902
Page
10
Train timetable listings show arrival and departure numbers for Central Depot with multiple trains scheduled in the evening. Times read 5.25 pm 6.10 pm and 6.27 pm across routes including AL ALP and FR with various origin points and destinations.
The announcement states a 600 foot long five tale depot with six tracks will be built at Grand Central on Washington Street. Estimated cost around fifty thousand dollars with over five thousand spent during the early construction phase.
The Texas railroad commission grants authority to adopt Western Classification No. 83 for freight transportation with exceptions. The order sets limits on weights and clarifies that the classification does not alter existing commodity rates or tariffs.
Chief Engineer Trammel of the International and Great Northern railroad and A J Bowers from headquarters arrived to inspect the Franklin and Ranchero streets depot project. Removal of the old buildings is rapid and the railroad expects to begin operations by June 1.
Fort Worth backers organize the Central Texas Traction company to build an electric street railway linking Ennis and Waxahachie. Two surveying parties will map the route as plans call for a line extending to other towns in Central Texas.
The New York Central outlines an ambitious service adding a fast train from Chicago to New York with a target of about seventeen to eighteen hours travel. It details proposed stops, equipment, and speed expectations while noting current schedules and fare considerations.
General Passenger and Ticket Agent Mc Clure of the Galveston Houston and Henderson spoke in the city about the new fast Sunday train. He said the train would leave Galveston at 8 45 and depart Henderson at 7 20, with schedules designed to boost patronage across roads and connections.
Dallas on May 12 received Rock Island railroad officials in a special car from Fort Worth. They were met by local business leaders to discuss proposed extensions from Morton to the Indian Territory and onward to Malton and the gulf.
Folger arrives in Houston from New Orleans to lead the new Pullman Palace Car Company office. G C Magnan, previously in Galveston, transfers to New Orleans for a new post. The appointment for Houdten ofive is not yet decided.
Austin May 12 The railroad commission granted a rehearing for the Bighy railroad crossing case at B Pase and set the hearing for May 21 Judge Reagan attended and the session involved extensive matters.
Commercial Agent Dillon of the Santa Fe and Superintendent J M Lee of the Houston and Texan Central arrived from Aviati. Jess Frey of the Iron Mountain came from San Antone. W P Smith of the Southern Poetic was in town from Wacowee. M T Robbing and WH M Maro of the Southern Povitic left for Fatrand. 4 D Tramme chief engineer of the In ferustiona and Great Northern based Palestine was in the city on business yesterday. W N Taylor freigat and passon agent left for meeting with the Gouth er the meeiag iy.
Washington dispatch reports Secretary of War assumes responsibility for actions except the killing and the Gurn order lodge’s tactics cited as sharp. debate centers on reprisal policy in the Philippines with calls to scrutinize General Smith and the Kil anddiilrn orders. Critics warn reprisal risks fueling further violence among Filipinos and Moros amid wartime measures.
Thos L Toss of Topeka Kan claims 27 years in business selling more land than rivals. He recounts Topeka’s growth from a small town to its present size and endorses Kodol Dyspepsia Cure after noting his own 77 years and relief from indigestion. A. E. Kaiashisg, 802 Main St., corner of Prairie Ave, appears as endorsement.
The administration faces scrutiny as lawmakers debate plans to reform tax policy. Officials led by C Artiner Wittinwes signal a cautious approach while opposition parties demand clearer guidelines and rapid progress.
Weather changes noted within twenty four hours of 8 pm on listed dates. May 13 shows threat, May 14 variable, May 15 toler, May 17 moderating with reference to Rocky Mountains moving eastward.
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