Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Houston Daily Post in Houston, Texas

We have 22,786,314 pages in Texas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1900

Page

3

Championship boxing talk stirs plans and bets

The report details ongoing plans to meet the champion after discussions about Jeffries Corbett and Corbett, Brady, and Rubin. Bets of 20000 dollars and 10000 dollar stakes surface as managers seek a conclusive match, with attention on Hadastar and other ring figures.

Igor Mie Gartelt Jeffries Tiuzalo Bub Woote Bhitaouk Jeffries A Corbett Brady Jeffriga

May Go to Congress in Tenderloin District Campaign

A fragmented draft discusses possible candidacy in the Twelfth District with references to Corbett and Willing to run if nominated. It notes personal support, campaign dynamics, and the speaker’s readiness to enter politics if friends back the bid.

Tenderloin Washington, Fork Astana En Horbatt Phande Dixie Corbett Biter Nource Tim ‘Sul- Ban

Stallion Stakes Entries Ignite Derby Style Hype

Reported entries for the Stallion Stakes reveal thirteen mares and two thoroughbreds in contention as backers debate favorites. Promoters claim strong bids from Tommy Britton and Ares Bel with hopes to curb rivals and attract substantial wagers.

Pollar Parane Maseachusetts Bolton Tommy Britton Ares- Bel Frank Len Clittiey M. Jewatt Rendavon

Unclear OCR fragment notes Morris Park property sale

Fragmentary notice describes a property sale connected to the late Willing H. Clark at Morris Park with unclear details and names. The readable items mention Wadsworth and Herald M and a gathering in a dark area.

Bey Wadsworth Herald H. Clark Morris Nark

Remarkable Blood Poison Cure Claimed by Local Remedy

A sensational claim describes ML Teracmene as a free cure for blood poison, with bold assertions that Hot Springs and Sher treatments failed. The advertisement touts dramatic recovery of throat lesions, hair loss, ulcers, and overall health, promising a free trial package to persuade readers.

Reoedute Elektron Bunta

Temple Topics Elected Two Teachers and Discusses Taxation

Temple Texas May 16 The school board elected Miss Mary Roaberry of Rockdale and Miss Ola Davis of Salado as teachers for next year to fill vacancies left by Prof Orgali. Salaries set for supervisors principals high school and white and colored teachers. Tax rolls show taxable property at 2 451 480 and city levy discussed in context of a new brick business block at Central Avenue and Main Street on the square. Literacy official Orndorf leaves for New York with Warr to cover duties.

Supurinisadene Sis Triaéiry Central Avenue Matnetree Homer Kimball Ennis George A. Orndorf New York Samuel Warr Cleburne

Invite the Noers to Texas

Grendale Texas May 15 In a letter to The Post F Perry argues for inviting Boers from South Africa to settle in Texas citing cheap land and favorable climate. He suggests Texas would be safer and more welcoming than the rigid North for these “good and brave citizens.”

Noers Texas Grendale South Africa America Lone Star F. Perry

Hempstead News Notes in May Day Dispatch

Hempstead Texas May 1 191? Rev J C Mickle to preach at Meth chester church Sunday night May 2 Miss Sarah Clark promoted to telephone operator after years of service An informal entertainment Monday at Mrs M S Robinsons home for Catholic church fund Prairie View Normal and Industrial Institute delays slow as contractors face costly setbacks Shipments of snapp bongs move slowly Mrs Von Dendrick of Navasota visiting relatives here

Hempstead Texas J.C. Mickle Methhester Sarah Clark M. S. Robinson Prairie View Normal and Industrial Institute Une von Dendrick Navasota

Wharton County considers bridge project on Bernard River

Wharton County officials discussed contracting to build a bridge across the Bernard River forming the boundary with Austin County. A new school district near the Middle Bernard section was organized on November 14. County Treasurer Brooke authorized purchase of bridge bonds totaling $2000 from the xehook funds.

Wharton County Wharton Texas Commissionera Secaton Campbell Baw Commissonere Austin County Bernard River Wharton c Middle Bernard Brooke Avinsic

Verdict Awards 30000 in Heavy Damages Suit

In San Antonio on May 16, the Thirty seventh Court awarded Samuel Hokies $30,000 against the Galveston Harriabourg and San Antonio railroad for injuries sustained while employed by the defendant. This marks the fifth time Fekingw’s verdicts have faced reversal by higher courts. Hearne lodge No 38 of the Kolehia of Pythian received an official visit from Grand Chancellor Tei Rogers of Brenham on May 11 with a formal session and lunch afterward.

San Antonio Texas Alethet Samuel Hokies Galveston Harriabourg Fekingw Rand Rogers Hearne Hearne Lodge Kolehia Pythian Tei & Rogers Brenham

Terrell Lights Out After Electric Company Fault

Terrell Texas May 16 darkness descends as the electric light company cuts arc lights forcing residents to seek alternative lighting sources. Local authorities urge calm while temporary arrangements are sought.

City appoints C B Way as chief city secretary

Mr C B Way was appointed city secretary at the Monday night meeting, confirmed by the council. Echoeider was approved by the council, and EK He Clark resigned to accept appointment as postmaster of Victoria.

Victoria C. B. Way Cfty Mayer Echoeider He Clark Ap Cn Ictorlg

Roundup base bale debate travels through Europe

The Manufacturers Record reports M A Hamilton's Birmingham AlabamaCompress address claiming roundup square bales gain favor in Europe. He cites factory trials, gin processes, and premium payments, while critics argue round bales lack standard sizing. Hamilton’s travels include New England Europe and Liverpool Havre, with buyers and spinners mixed opinions and rising Continental sales of American round bales. The American Cotton Co. notes increased round bale demand and plans to expand supply for next season.

Haltimore M. A. Hamilton New Engield Europe Te Alabama Compress Association Hirmingham Hamilton Tramilton Shold Ryory Bala Ogi American Cotton Go American Cotton Co Ginnera Hamton Mr. Hamilton Hamilton Nand Eugland Finnlton C. Hanson Alabama and Georgia Compress Association Himsalf Heston Reonid Rales Hanson Tinmillten Boston Apa Moston Tven Hagen Arites Otton Taunton Houndlap Dales Wales Waler Reo Giore Swear Elizabeth Poole Bngland New Hedton Naloe New Bedford Pete Liverpool Bane Hale Sisie Bates Hamiltag Hansen Américas Mtr Hamilton West Hatci France Hanon Havre Handeon Bavannah Jatuary Standart Cave Macmillon Bremen Aloolomental Dore Wilby Olfer Bogland Ameriia Imeérchinte Eilenor Aneland Birmingham Tanlion Italy Thomas G. Blake American Coton Company Atlanta

Fire Record of May Day Blaze Damages Many Businesses

In Mount Vernon a May 1 blaze caused extensive damage across multiple businesses including Shelby groceries and Home 31000 stock, Jomon Hyiee stock, Barrett jeweler, and a post office. An incendiary motive is suspected as authorities report a heavy explosion and a grand jury investigation into the village fire.

Mount Vernon Tesee Talook I. F. Shelby Groceries Lowe Tosanance Turner Lane Loxurandt Postofine Barrett Jeweler Howes Shetty Grand Jury la Invest Wilag

Warehouse Fire in Tyler Hits Two Warehouses

Two warehouses owned by Wimberly state were burned in Tyler Texas on May 1. The loss is estimated at 2000 dollars with insurance covering the damage.

Tyler Texas Wimberly Crutcher & Don Tully Insurante

Market report fragment with scattered city names and figures

Fragmentary market notes reference London New York New Orleans and San in May with scattered prices advances and clots. Reads like an early 20th century commodity or stock market wire with unclear figures and stray names.

New York P Mineral

Immigrant Promotion Plan Discussed at Victoria Meeting

A meeting in Victoria, Texas, endorsed forming a temporary immigration promotion association to attract settlers to Texas. Key figures included Morse of the Burns Central line and local officials from Wharton, Victoria, and other counties. The group approved a charter, set a June 12 gathering, and invited cooperation from allied parties to advance state trade and agricultural development.

Texas New York, Texas Meetean PB Mori Bunsel-tentral Hain Teavest Nes California Dusitosh Oloulet Morse Luneth Opsilon Bextor Dubl Tle Texan Mmineeline Victoria Ourselvan Torah Stine Carl Mik Wharton Maye Houston Reed Seabrook A. Howl Tolar Harrie Roney Lavach Cahn Boovillie Rallanda Morae Thaodore Roklor D. M. Hollingsworth Anting Ae Orerolary

Milling complex site push sparks stalled by delays

The article reports on plans for a new mill and warehouse complex in Beaumont Texas with Secretary Shepherd coordinating site readiness and bids. It notes Jabs pressing to begin construction to meet this year’s setup needs and a telegram confirming site push. A later line mentions a man’s body found yesterday in Gailor as a separate item.

Sabine Tian Patemnigers Babloe Sirady Beaumont Teaws Shepherd Chamber of Rommeron Inday A. John & Go New York Newa Jab Boaument Jabs Torn Architent Brechin Passisalon Alte Miley

Catarrh remedy touted as cure all in old ad claims

An 19th or early 20th century advertisement promotes Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a universal cure for catarrh, arguing local sprays and washes only provide temporary relief. It asserts the tablets reach throat membranes and remove catarrhal poisons from the blood, with claims of uniform success and ease of use.

Phyattiins Aldaworthanya Stuart Amigglite Saneiwarin Tel Osim Goalteal

HACKS AND HESSELIN AT LAVOINVILLE MEET

A disrupted racing report lists horses and weights including Lavoinville Heselin and Mayne-Two. It notes results and favorites such as Anos Bolin, with race times and placements like Wood Batter Riggy and Silverdiate among entries and order.

Livuinville Mayne Lalke Ebant Dean Anos Bolin Lostaein Ania Dorhel Kaon Peri Ath Mileo Ollie Tieon Prem Caltitan The Monnt Cloura Time Radio Five Furlonce Silverdiate Flit Cotaaron Time 1 Liv fHirlones Leilie Weitham Quonne Baile Orleann Tinin Leit

Lakewide racing card features several stakes events

Lakeside Mennlta Chiraca May 1 Weather clear at Lakewide today with four and a half furlongs and a series of named stakes including the Hammond and The Plvly Mile. The field lists horses such as Hallie Boulary Tenny Welle Mite Gold Vox Walkonuliaw Cariboo and others in a busy turf program.

Lakeside Mennlta Chiraca Weatherclear Lakewide Tonnie Hallie Boulary Tenny Welle Tle Vox Walkonuliaw Cariboo Nod Hammond Dalry Hermaon Tve Cirlings Resoh Hérmoxo

Lantralietnke and hurdling showcase at Morrie Park races

May 16 Morrie Park New York featured a two year old race and the Kolekerbdeker hurdle handicap. Bonnibolt captured a drive to win while other runners led to a close finish in the eight event card. The program included a mile and longer hurdles with Lackland Pilon and Governor Grigge Tin Wie among noted runners.

Morrie Park Evenia New York Rand Bonnibolt Lawkland Garter Hardicap Lackland Grigge Tin Wie

Hob Auction Results and Creditor Listing in Wharton

In Wharton May 14 the Hob sale concluded with Waller Brown of Luling winning the parcel at 14140,750. Bids totaled 937,600 with originators offering 4100,000, while T P Woodward of Wharton and others influenced final figures. Creditor list includes Gifford & Co 3100, J Rosenfeld Notion etc. X

Sealy Victoria Texas Trintee W. H Sytheraed Waller Brown Thife Pley Boetela Beow Haller Brow T. P. Woodward Voutum Wharton Texan Bleedon Alina Gifford & Co Galveston Shoe and Hat Company Galveston Dry Ciocde Cuda J. Rosenfeld

Also Mentioned on This Page

Ign Ian't Pardoniar Jefuses Fundy Bob Mitzsimmons Jim Corlett Sharkey Cory Jetries Ubay Plon Hadastar Brooklyn Tanastar Charlen Reed UY Oliver Wadaworth Gonages Valley Hunt Clneman Finnerer Ocongstiess Baxastar Solp Ares Teracmene Roundlap Base Low England Epollasge London Pari SLUAK May Ag New Orleans Mey KGRAN Valuarias Organization Will Hering Coat Mr. 5 F. 1 Neal Gailor Nona Heselin Lavoinville Wihinstonm Baths Pasir Christian Goo Loininger Ical Co Enteone Elininger Yen Kiam's Martin Ceylon Cornell Mammoth Clothier Sica C. L. & Theo Jas. Bute DRS. W. W BE. D. Lunn Kiam Building Houston, Texas
Search Courier

Search the Houston Daily Post Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Houston Daily Post?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication