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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1900

Page

2

Naval bill clears way for five Holland torpedo boats

The Senate panel advances the naval appropriation bill approving armor plate costs and authorizing the purchase of five Holland torpedo boats at up to 176000 dollars each. Amendments set armor pricing and factory plans while opposition cites delays and political timing.

Senate Tony Secretary of the Navy Ohio Missouri Nelson Minn Flynn Irylehome Cisieme Dletriet Hawaii Hale Chandler Tillman Hoar Hull Allison Baker Carter Clark Wye Dana Eyigen Elkina Fairbanka Foraker Foster Frys Gear Hate Haura Hansbrough Frawley Kean Lodger Moonras McCumber Penrose Perkina Pratt Proctor Rone Bewell Showp Simon Thornton Wollcott Noel Berry Mutler Cockrell Daniel Harris Heitfeld Jones Ark Mallory Morgan Pettierew Pottus Epooner Stewart Bullivan Teller Titman Turner Wellington Teller Army Ordnance Lode Germany Europe Tt Wan Ae Nee Pettigrew Rane

Washington May 14 Pete Nowotny

Special to The Post reports a Washington update dated May 14 mentioning Pete Nowotny in the caption.

the Post Washington Pete Nowotny

Naval appropriation and canal reports dominate today

Reports show the Rotinte committee backing naval funding and a favorable Nicaragua canal bill. Supreme Court upholds inheritance tax as valid. A violent incident on a streetcar involving William Willi is noted, amid global tensions and regional unrest. Local political, economic, and transport issues fill the page with varied developments.

Behaio Committee Nicaragua Canal Hill Supreme Court

Local Weather and Sports Roundup Report

Unclear OCR text mentions pond weather and student athletes with scattered event notes. Jochem plans a meeting with Corbett within a week. McCoy and Creadon scheduled to meet Friday. McGraw lost the first game to St. Lawin.

Jochem Corbett McCoy Creadon McGraw St. Lawin

Senator Jones introduces bill to curb blackmail by transit firms

Senator Jones Ark today introduced a bill to prevent blackmail by railroad firms sleeping car companies express firms steamboat lines telecommunication and telegraph firms engaged in interstate commerce and to provide civil remedies for damages from blackmailing.

Jones

Debates Over Puerto Rican Tariff and Boer Sympathy

The House passed a general appropriation bill with a $2,809,021 deficiency measure debated largely on political lines. De Armond of Missouri criticized administration policies and Southern Africa stance while Underwood proposed a one month extra pay for House employees. An authorization was given for the Finena Telephone company to build lines in the Indian Territory before adjournment.

de Armont Admintate Nation Washington Hetteleney Military Academy Dormic de Aemond Corlins Congresa de Armond Mo Corlinn Underwood Ala Cannon Finena Telephone Company Tndlan Kor Poom

Aggressive lynching of William Villa near Augusta

In Augusta Georgia on May 4 William Villa a Black man accused of killing Alexander Whitney was captured near Grove Town and hanged from a tree after mob violence. Officers had taken him from Richmond County to safety but the mob burned and desecrated the body, with a placard warning Black residents as Governor Candler ordered mobilization of militia.

Augusta Wiliam Villa Alexander Whitney Shoretown Willis Richmond County Avanta Willin Grovetows Nat Candler Breakaville Eorud Adar Weela

Fronteer Club Hosts Farewell Event at Turnsr Hall

An entertainment evening at Turnsr Hall previews new works and a forthcoming tour by Agithe and partners. The event announces a farewell reception for the Physical Diverter project, with attendees invited to travel by plane Friday night.

Elie Council Turnsr Hall Anericag Revolu- Han

Streetcar Incident Sparks Racial Tensions in Whitney

Report from Georgia details a streetcar altercation after a Black passenger seated in Whitney's lap. Whitney struck him, another man fought back with plates, a sergeant was grazed, and Willie was restrained by officers. A business committee urged city leaders to enforce segregated seating laws amid potential mob violence. Whitney was a prominent member of the affected organization.

Willi Whitney Willis Telner Georgia Willie Wittin

Australia Constitution Plan Draws Fire in London Debate

Secretary Joseph Chamberlain outlines the Australian Commonwealth bill and its resemblance to the U S model. Opposition leader Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman says the plan will not be supported. The proposal includes Lords of Appeal and a Privy Council court, with entrenched state rights and equal salaries for both legislative chambers.

London Joseph Chamberlain Chambherlain Hich Court Privy Council Canada South Africa Avehalla India Chamberlain United States Australia Senate Vihera Henry Campbell-Bannerman Court of Appeal

PAZO OINTMENT Promises Piles Cure Guarantee

A vintage ad claims PAZO OINTMENT from Paris Medical Co. offers cure for piles with a 9 point positive guarantee. It promises rapid relief with one application and a refund if it fails, priced at 50 cents with mail order options and stamps. The text cites storage in St. Louis, Missouri.

Mall Parie Medicing Co St. Louie

Vesuvius Eruption Again Declares State of Eruption

Vesuvius erupts anew with reports of ash and lava as authorities declare ongoing activity. Residents near Naples respond to ash fall and tremors while scientists monitor crater behavior and eruption forecasts.

Rome Vesuvius

Supreme Court Upholds Tax on Inherited Property

The Supreme Court rules uniformity in inheritance tax under the War Revenue Act remains valid and applies to legacies and distributive shares in estates. Justice White leads with a decision that government bonds are not exempt, and the New York state law is treated consistently with federal implications. The ruling clarifies progressive rates apply to individual legacies, not the entire estate, while noting the need to avoid arbitrary taxation.

Wohahington Supreme Court of Te United States Today New York Honda Wusticeshires Ben J. Knowlton Thomas A. Buffam Divine Whitegald Tt Almpby Isa Justice White United States Sidie Ion Shiran Plummer Comptroller Atpreme Cours Kettucks

Street Car Settlement Near Endanger of Wage Conflict

May 14 St Louis reports an amicable settlement between Suburbia Road Company officials and Transit workers ending a strike on suburban lines. Talks suggested a broader dispute between Transit Company and 3600 striking employees remains unresolved, with future meetings expected to define entitlement terms. Demonstrations occurred but service remained operational.

St. Louis Tempey iis Suburbia Rad+ road company Tito Wilke Belwien God Fock Wtew Citizens’ Committee Olfisence

State Epworth League Meet In Waco Texas

The State Epworth League holds its annual conference in Waco May 14 for a three day program. Prominent Methodist leaders are listed including Bishop Wilson of Baltimore Dr Reid of Korea P L Cobb of Nashville and Rev A M Whiting of Austin. Special song services directed by Prot Daly Evans of Whitewright are planned and expect a large attendance.

Waco Téxay State Epworth League Mme Som Wilson Baltimore Reld Korea P. L Cobb Nashville A. M. Whitling Austin Kermnan Reid Syeeiil Song Eervies Wigan Daly Evans Whitewright

Colored Methodists and Northern Church Discuss Discipline

Reports from the Goalam bus conference show no action on discipline revisions while layman independence surfaces in a defeated proposal to replace a lay delegate with a minister. The German Evangelical Synod in Brenham, Texas, closed its twelfth annual session and elected officers and appointments for missions and governance.

Cotumiyg Ohie A. ST. EB Goalambus Methodiats Chicago Brenham Texas Tillis W. Blashberg Horaton

No Cure Promise in ThuthhR Drug Claim

Claims promote a remedy under the slogan No Cure No Pay promising refunds if a named doctor fails to cure a patient. The text cites Paco Ointhient and Pilty eeinte in a marketing claim for medication efficacy.

Paco

Southern Industrial Convention Delegates Arrive in Chattanooga

Delegates begin arriving for the Southern Industrial Convention in Chattanooga Tennessee on May 11 with prominent figures including John P Coffin Florin W N Grubbs Elwin Brabston Brunswick GA and Deming. Georgia and Philadelphia delegates Mrs A Gree and De We Po Wilson arrived today and arranged their displays. The convention opens at 10 o clock with indications of a very large attendance.

Chattanooga Tenn John P. Coffin Florin W. N. Grubbs Elwin Brabston Brunswick, Ga Deming Georgia Blate Mre A. Gree de We Po Wilson Philadelphia Commercial Museum Ordor

PIMPLES AND FRECKLES Drugstore Refund Offer

Pozo Ointment promises a fifty cent refund if it fails to cure pimples or freckles. Your druggist will honor the guarantee if the product does not work as claimed.

Wild Throw Defeats Brooklyn in Critical Ninth

The Brooklyn club lost a dramatic game after a misplay by McGraw in the ninth inning. Mike “Muggey” Kelly and debuting players McGraw and Robinson drew heavy praise from the crowd, while St. Louis clinched victory 4 to 2 as McGuire’s error sealed Brooklyn’s fate.

Messrs McGraw Robinson Mike Kelly Henty Oohet Patay League Henry Irv Svas Handel Arly Dasa St. Lote Brooklyn MacGuire Mis McGann Bove

Local baseball notes highlight ongoing season form and key games

Chicago May 14 reports Garvin dominant with four hits allowed in a strong win as teams explore early season form. The day features Cincinnati and Philadelphia scoring in a tense Chemung inning, Pittsburg pitcher Dihesn struggles with control, and mixed results across the American League including Cleveland defeating Minneapolis 5 to 2.

Chicago Locela Thamaelver Garvin New York JD MN Carvin Ninhole Seymour and Warner

Will Meet Him Again Jerics Says Corbett Can

May 13 New York. Dialogue shows rival boxers Corbett and Jemmnn discussing chances and plans. Mentions Dowdy his health and money worries and a possible rematch within a week.

Jerics Corbett New York Guy Brady Edie Jay

McCoy and Creedon Scheduled in Midweight Showdown

New York reports a midweight bout between Jim McCoy and Creedon at a Broadway athletic club. The promoter claims McCoy can knock out any opponent, while Creedon vows to fight hard in what may be a decisive match.

McCoy Creedon New York Tro Fehter Millde Welgbt Broadway Adducer

Ring Worm Cure Questionable Patent Remedy

A vague notice questions the efficacy of a topical ointment sold as a cure for ring worm. Advertised claims appear unverified and consumer warnings urge caution regarding treatment success.

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