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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1902
Page
2
A patchwork of global events unfolds from Georgia militia actions to Spain’s monarchy, Cuba’s cabinet shifts, and Britain’s war talk. Reports note court decisions on labor contracts, Georgia militia deployment, President Cleveland’s era voices, and European tensions with Austria Hungary and Germany.
The report outlines tariff appropriations and a revived controversy over a Samasop Scaler. It notes general Methodist conference deliberations on war matters with one heated session. A taxing investigation report, a rail commission memo, and a wreck affecting several buildings are mentioned. Colonel Stephen H. Dorden dies in Rome and is interred in Austin. Fred Armington dies at 104 in Cass County. Debates in Reagan and Irion County surface a widened land and lease dispute affecting county administration. A mandamus seeks to compel action on a local matter.
The article argues spring brings poor blood and low vigor, with pimples and eruptions on the skin, diminished appetite, and lack of strength, calling spring the time when medicine is most needed.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills as blood purifiers that energize the body and improve appetite and complexion. The note claims a family habit of use with positive results and mentions personal testimony from Miss Bevcaw.
A medical advertisement by Dr. Newton Hathaway touts new original methods for treating strictures. It claims rapid, permanent cures, painless procedures, and free consultations, urging men to discuss advantages of expert care and long experience in the field.
Five thirds of life spent in shoes prompts care in choice. The Men's Banner $3.50 shoe, available low or high cut, promises intelligent advice, high grade construction, and a perfect fit from sizes 4 to 12, AA to F.
The fragmentary report lists various local incidents, trials and sports outcomes. Names like John Toombe Green ville and themes Mundy appear amid references to outrages in Gregg county and gunfire in Beaumont. A postmasters’ convention in Galveston is noted with national rail and league results in Shreveport.
Baseball results include Boston 3 Chicago 1 and New York 1 St Louis 4 with several others. The report mentions a heavy docket of regulatory matters, oil and grain markets, coal and cotton trends, distance plans for rail mergers, and a new interchangeable mileage system among Western passenger agents.
Laurel Texzac reports the Kaine Tram OU company's well is progressing, now down about 31 050 feet. The dilts details are incomplete.
The report notes a substance identical to one found on Splitie Top at 70 teee and mentions ril Hansen eae a Joe and references CS tet list week with stockholders and demons showing enthusiasm over indications.
The Presbyterian General Assembly in Jackson, May 17, heard Dr. Hempill of Louisville discuss consolidation plans for Kentucky seminary and others, with debate over whether Sabbath observance is eroding. Critics cited Sunday papers and travel as signs of decline while urging stronger adherence to the fourth commandment.
Vogts of Ivrae and Dr Walden propose leaving seminary jurisdiction to a five member committee. Dr Leavell of Texas and others back a permanent panel and a lengthy report. The assembly adjourns until Monday.
A May 14 storm at Goldthwaite Texas brought heavy rain and severe winds. One large grain warehouse belonging to J B Fer Bonn & Co was toppled and damaged. The Presbyterian church and Kristian church buildings were blown down or damaged. Several homes and shops suffered destruction with extensive water damage. The event marked the heaviest rainfall in months, causing widespread property losses.
In Corpre Chrieti Texas on May 17 the court granted the application of Ra and Lesiter receivers to issue certificates valued at about 4900 dollars secured by a lien on the property. The certificates relate to sugar and molasses manufactured products and properties involved in the Ring vs. Cunningham & Co case.
The Potato Growers Association met in Sherman on March 17 to discuss procuring labor for the crop. Officials debated methods to recruit workers and ensure steady seasonal help for the industry.
Report notes Dienent anticipates a heavy crop with concessions on weight. Decision described as balancing yields and team readiness amid uncertain conditions.
Secretary Hay reports a cable from the U S Consul in France stating relief supplies are ample for the famine sufferers in the Levant and that public subscriptions in the United States should cease at once, noting Vincent’s potential need but prioritizing stopping new solicitations.
Commander McLean reports on the St Lucia crisis. Describes conditions on the island including refugees, starvation fears, and relocation efforts. Mentions Fort de France and United Nations as factors in response, with reports of casualties and damaged areas.
In Berlin, reports suggest Emperor may attend the planned unveiling of a statue of Frederica in a park. Prof Uphues, a noted German sculptor, is involved in the carving and the statue could be inspected by the Emperor if attendance is confirmed.
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