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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1902

Page

10

Death of Frank B. Goodrich Prominent Railroad Manager

Frank B. Goodrich, 52, longtime Houston East and West Texas chief engineer and later manager, died at 7:10 p.m. after a bout of stomach illness and complications. Funeral plans unsettled, with possible Dallas burial. Survived by widow Mrs Goodrich and a young son. Telegrams of condolence from Lufkin and Houston officials expressed grief and respect for his service and character.

Marlin Texas Frank B. Godrich Houston East and West Texas Railroad Mr. Goodrich J. M. Lee Houston and Texas Central Lee Gane J. Me Mahl Waharth Southern He C. H. Markham Chek Clark Dallas

Rice Palace Carnival Promises Strong Local Enthusiasm

Major Holt voices confidence that the Rice Palace carnival will gain universal support in Houston and the rice belt. He predicts the event will give Houston a permanent cultural feature and attract widespread backing from residents and investors alike.

Class Day Exercises at Hip School Next Friday

The 1962 high school class day events will be held in the Assembly Hall Friday at 4 PM. The program includes the High School Orchestra, piano duets, scenes from Merchant of Venice, violin solos, dances, and vocal numbers with students and teachers performing.

Han Merchant of Phosbe Nellie Geiselman Mise Beagle Will ‘Aduete Harrioy Nellie Dolores Geinelman Jen Audrey Kapner Ludtetiny McKernor Katie Halene McDante Alma Viola Sadie Morris rMisges Julia Hiltebier Jennie Sprong Portia Mias Lathe Mckernon Mita Olive Kidttchs Miile Katherine Houlitian Hice Reier Orcheaten Fratbergue Oinus Heellian

Railway Clerks Post Resolutions on Manager Goodrich Death

Houston Lodge No 106 of the Railway Clerks of America held a meeting in Houston to honor J F B Goodrich late manager of the Houston East and West Texas railway. The lodge adopted resolutions expressing sympathy to his family and praising his character and service. A note from Atlanta Texas reports the death of Armington Free eldest man in Cass County at 100.

Goodrich Houston Order of Railway Clerkalant Plebt The Houten East and West Texas Railway JF. B. Goodrich Houston East End West Isere Houston Lodge Clerks of America City of Houston East and West Wesne West Texas Mimoar Sea Grease Central Santa Pacific Atlanta Texas Frea Armington Cass County Tre

Reticent Doctor A Mathews Obituary Notes Family Ties

The residence of Dr A Mathews reports he was reticent about his age and years. He had three daughters in the Masonic circle and lived in a rural county. A rumor notes he was past fourteen decades, lingering in frail health for months and now near death.

A. Mathews Fin Mme Casa County Mborl

Joint Rebate Debate Draws Steady Crowd in Marlin

Thomas and Henry Brought Out a joint debate at Steagan Wednes night drawing about 100 attendees, mainly George supporters. The meeting touched on county politics with Henry perceived as gaining strength as weeks turn toward the primary.

Thomas Henry Marlin Texas T. Henry Cullen Steagan Humber Martin Heorge Hiracy

Hornsby Won't Withdraw In Burnet County Race

The May primary focused on district and county offices with Congress and state posts set for June. Early returns show James Kimbell defeating Walter for the judiciary post, while W. J. Bryant and Jay Sansom lead in the representatives race as Burnet and Limestone counties report results.

Limestones Mealy Texas Mey Ietrict Inet James Kimbell Haw Walter As W. J. Bryant Jay Sansom

Candidate for Chief Clerk Nomination in Texas House

Bob Barker of Bexar County announces candidacy for the chief clerkship of the Texas House. Born in Grimes County, Barker joins J Hy Quarles and Joe Henderson as fellow candidates in the race.

Austin Texas Bob Barker Bexar Sonety House Grimes County J. Hy, Quarles Joe Henderson

Man Shoots at Man Believing He Killed Father in Brenham

In Brenham Texas on May 17 Policeman John Lockett was shot at by a man who mistook a passerby for the killer of his father Willis Foster described the encounter as he and others recounted the event. The shooter Walter fled, then surrendered after his return to the scene.

Lockett Brenham Texas John Lockett Walter Nila Parsing Willemoen Crms Wilile Willis Foster Caja Mr. Haublet Brow Wes Fred Geray Almont Walter Lockett York Darko Bond

Residence Fire at Denison Causes Insurance Loss

A Denison residence of Frank Q Gwaltis on West Murray Street burned at night May 17. The structure valued around 1800 dollars with household goods affected by the blaze and covered by insurance. No injuries reported.

Denison Texan Frank Qgwaltis Murray

New York Prose Publishes New Press Building Plans

Article describes a large newspaper plant with a multi block front, detailing architecture, print shop, and presses. It notes a 12 page per hour output goal, the plant’s front facade and forecourt, and the inclusion of printing machinery, administrative offices, and distribution areas. The piece mentions Indiana University and a ceremonial dedication in a period voice.

Hanes Rylan New York Sraon Amoestonne Hlay Indiana Wiley Bormal Sreiny Tong iQagle Krell Wrnime Wwe Mahogani Wweihey

Stephen H. Darden Dies After Illustrious Life in Texas

Stephen H. Darden, aged 50, dies after a long public career in Texas. A Confederate veteran, he served in the state senate from 1901 to 1905 and again in 1878. He opposed secession yet supported state rights and helped push school land bonds and state securities reforms. His remains are to be buried in the State cemetery at Austin with funeral attendance from Texas veterans. He lived much of his later life in Wharton with his widow, two daughters, and grandchildren.

Wharton Teta Stephen H. Darden Yeire Ponce Hon Ora Atlwtio Texas Veterians Dallas State Amestio Herons The Republic Stephen WH. Dariley Eneilab Frian Missinnippi Mme Schoors Tumherland Collier, Kintucky Ward Washington Ann Sharkey Durden File Tother Jumilee Sharkey Texas David MM. Pelton San Jacinto Guada Operier Gonsales County Ty Neewothen Hood Virginia Senate tSbie Wah Kiehme Sharpsburg Alpot Darden Maryland Daren Wis Spain Toras IST USA Hom Ibn DD Mecas

Prominent Texan George W Wallly Dies After Ill Health

George W Wallly died in Reckdslt Texas last night just before 12 o’clock after a sudden illness of stomach trouble and internal hernia. He was senior partner of Wallis Glenecke and retired for health reasons, recently working with brother in law G M Bran in the drone insurance field. He leaves a wife two children and many relatives. He carried life insurance with the Marine Insurance Woodmen of the World and Bankers Union and was about 44 years old.

Texas Mey George W. Wallly Bly Heme Pevire Hin New York Marcathoen Woodmen of the World Bankers’ Union

Tyler Lawyer Robert Thompson Dies Suddenly

Robert Thompson of Tyler Texas died suddenly this morning in the home of his wife and children. He had recently moved to the county from Van Zandt County to practice law. He leaves a wife and several small children. Interment services were planned for the following afternoon.

Robert Thompson Tyler Trier Texas Geshobert ‘Thompson Thie Place Fallien Thie County van Zundt County Wearn Rand Salloe

Obituary Notice for Major G. W. Norwood

Major G. W. Norwood aged years died after a short illness. He had been a resident of this county for thirty years except for brief periods. He was buried this afternoon under proper auspices with the involvement of local officials.

G. W. Norwood Trier Terns Thls

Creation of Bank Notes from Issuance to Redemption

A detailed examination of how National and state banks create bank notes, fund the redemption, and manage transportation and verification costs. It discusses bond funding, engraving and printing costs, security measures, note circulation and retirement, and the impact on banking competition and money supply.

Waeltnetun Isetihe Bank Coe Mom Tee Steve Prreiching Gisitesce Piatt Wits Dhetr Fiji Lei

Advertising ethics and practices in early New York papers

Fragmentary account traces early advertising norms in New York public notices and newspapers. It notes how publishers experimented with rates and formats, referencing ads by Wiseette Strene, Tidteod, and others while referencing thefts and public notices that shaped ad revenue. The piece cites the Fortituvleg AM Falconry Het and mentions figures like Exbertus Wills and Duke of sidemarle in relation to property loss and ad markets.

Palluy Merele Wiseette Meilieman Cunlteh Suffolk Tondo Gazette Oleg Hletskeal Sidemarle Wold Prince Rupert Exbertus Crock Norenck Amutiumhker Sournin Perea Eponieh Irs Simon Theis Spence

Alice of Vincennes and the Real Mary Shannen Revealed

The article profiles Charles B. Lassallo Loganport probate judge and dean of the local bar as the sole man who can explain the characters in the book Alice of Vincennes. It identifies Alice’s real name as Mary Shannen, daughter of William Shennen, captain in George Clark's regiment.

Alice Cincinnati Vincennes Nyansport Ind Charles B. Lassallo Logansport Fr. Brandfather Mary Shannen William Shennen George

Remarkable Health Cure Promoted by Dr James W Kidd

A feigned medical notice touts a mysterious compound called Silafe of tees claimed to cure numerous illnesses. The ad asserts years of study by Dr James William Kidd and promises free samples to readers who request the remedy and state their condition.

Ife Cde Brest Theo Steevorr Cafferer

Fragmentary OCR tale notes Irish French names and tragedy

Fragmentary text references William Shanson and the Shannons on the ie river Vincennes and Hanfit. Mentions a massacre of a girl named Alice Wee and a French dew Lowellier. Mentions a real town, a crossing, and characters such as Ouldsnon and Francis Bosseron in a novel context.

William Shanson Dlansaile Vincennes Alice Wee Mee Ponte Surnee Ouldsnon Francis Bosseron Lassalle

Senator Hanna Impresses as Scene Shifter at Theater

In Washington Senator Hanna, famed as a maker of presidents, surprised theatergoers by mingling with a matinee audience and gently debating whether a given moment is tragedy or comedy. A younger crowd observed the exchange as colleagues teased that great scene shifters are produced in politics.

Hanna Saturday Evening Post Washington Lafayette Eldenve Em Ian Lim Hs Democratic Anna

Plan for Exhibition Grounds Reveals City Vision

A discussion in Boston Herald outlines a proposed model for exhibition grounds by architect Albert Rebery. The plan aims to blend beauty with practicality, creating a center that mirrors Centennial and Celemiian expositions. The concept emphasizes urban planning as a tool for future city life.

Boston Herald St. B Albart Architest Philadelphia Neal End

Negro Shot Reported Near Bryan Farm Incident

A farm manager on the Smith and Carson property near Bryan Texas May 17 shoots a negro named Dock who allegedly fired at him. The wounded man is believed to have sustained non fatal injuries and will recover.

Bryan Texas The Smith and Carson Farm Dock

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