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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1900

Page

2

Turbulent Night Struggle in City Over Streetcar Wages

A chaotic scene unfolds near Fourteenth and Oravel streets as a gunfight erupts involving officers, intoxicated saloonkeepers, and bystanders. Keonon is mortally wounded, Nelwon injured, and several others struck by bullets as police respond. The incident hovers over transit governance and the city’s streetcar franchise amid fears for public safety and property protection.

Rouen Sean Cad Perioeas Fxs J. Hollingeworth Tor Pet Fig Rot Nouth Urtwenth Sirent Keoon Nelwon Keonon Kean Tranalt Company Orallel Morrman Bowen Bolfingeworth Salonikeeper Kunni Kenna Neleon Keng Warton Jolferadi Avenue Goyer Avenue Darion Jefferson Avenue Gover Harton Hetsem Wai Tony Polide Ming i Pokorralia

Contempt Sentences For Interfering With Nonunion Men

In Little Rock on May 1 Judge John A Williams sentenced Guy Miller and Aiden Tinghes to thirty days in jail for contempt of court. They were found to have hoarded a motor car and interfered with nonunion motormen and conductors employed by Bow Gye Tatiog, under court protection. The court held the acts violated its authority and defined scab as applied to protected workers, stressing such conduct must stop.

Paint Thes Little Rock Ark United States District Court John A. Williame Guy Miller Aiden Tinghes Dnefenta Coourt Furthher Vaelf

Likely Yoakum to Succeed Robinson as President

New York May 14. President D B Robinson of the St Louis and San Francisco railroad has resigned and been accepted with regret. B F Yoakum, present vice president and general manager, is expected to succeed as president in a few days. Directors in New York have discussed his promotion as likely and practically settled.

Yoakum Hobinscarn New York Robinson St. Louis and San Princisco Railroad Ane Fern B. F. Yoakum Notinnon Leyte and San Francisco Railroad

When Spring Brings Strength We Lose It At Times

In spring our desire to feel strong and energetic contrasts with fatigue and dull appetite. The mismatch leaves us listless and seeking motivation and revival through small practical steps and mindful routines. Adjusting routines can restore vigor and focus.

Poor sleep and fatigue described in restless night

The passage notes that meals are not enjoyed, sleep fails to refresh, and the speaker goes to bed tired and wakes tired. It conveys persistent lassitude and low appetite without offering causes or remedies.

Blood Quality Seen as Cause of America's Ills

A physician argues that the nation suffers from thin impure sluggish blood unable to meet the body's demands. The claim links public health to national condition, urging dietary and health reforms to restore vigor and vitality.

Hood's Sarsaparilla Claims Nature's Refreshing Power

A historic health claim notes that Hood's Sarsaparilla provides life vigor energy and strength, aligning with a nature’s appeal for wellness and vitality in the era of patent medicines.

Hood

Spring Great Blood Purifier Enricher Vitalizer

In a concise tonic note, the spring preparation promises to purify and enrich blood, boosting vitality. The formula emphasizes cleansing the system, renewing energy, and supporting overall health during the season.

Divorce and Remarriage To Lead Cumberland Assembly

At the Cumberland Presbyterian assembly in Leeston Georgia the coming issue of divorce and remarriage will dominate deliberations. Overtures from Alabama Memphis and Norfolk seek church laws on remarriage for the ill and divorced. Committees for each state were named and work focuses on hymn book adoption pensions and missionary reports. The meeting opened with devotions and featured fraternal greetings to other assemblies.

Esaton Alexander Tham Alabama Byron Clark George & Stevanson Arkansas W. T. Waller J. M. Carute Florida R. A. Hardin P. McGregor Georgia R. 8. Brown D. Reynolda Kentucky J. B. Swany J. M. McMoore Memphis H. A. Brown B. A. Dimimonck Missinsippi V. KR. Gaston W. Taylor Missouri T. J. Latimer M. Carey Nashville W. DU J. J. Watt North Carolina Dugald Monroe George Parfield South Carolinas OF. Lieyd H. L. Mooney Texas W. H. Mitchell Virginwa J T. Wade D. ML Kilifan Thierest van Intense Atatedelert South Suwanee Fla Synod Memphia Norfolk Moretani Clark General Assembly Cumberland Presbyterian Church Sertian Chattanooga St. Louis Prilee

Cumberland Presby terians Oppose Removal of Ye Poster

San Antonio Presbytery opposes removing a proposed post graduate endowment from a million dollar plan tied to Cumberland University. At Chattanooga assembly May 18, 225 commissioners enrolled, swelling to 240. Reports show endowment goals, receipts, and committee referrals as debates on centennial memorials and church education continue.

San Antonio Assembly University of Chicago Arkansas Cumberland University Little River Presbytery R. V. Mcsvor San Anton Oratiires Smith-Chambers Cumberland University Board of Missions Seavor ‘Sodietias Wadi States Mis Coors Formisaton

Global briefing with mixed political and market notes

A busy dispatch notes policy moves and personnel shifts including a governor appointing McGinnis to succeed Clark and Senator Moreau proposing a Panama Canal probe. It cites overseas rumors on fascinations with inflation and leadership changes, plus local political activity, market shifts, and community events across counties and towns.

Fenate Clark Smith McGinnis Ce Cane Moreau Panama Canal

Unclear OCR Record of Riots and Strikes in Early City News

Fragmentary report from Little Rock and St Louis describes riots and gunfire with extensive injuries. Mentions interferences with noncombatants and church conferences. text highly garbled with multiple misspellings and missing details.

No Change in Rate Negotiation Reported

The negotiators show no progress as the government rate remains unsettled. Trade officials including Trade Manager Blén press the commission for relief but no action has been taken. The situation affects all parties awaiting government intervention.

Blén Commission For Relief

Church Activities Signal Growing Zeal and Pending Board Report

The text notes stronger church zeal from Sunday schools and related depeticancea with no new education or centennial endowment committees. Emphasis falls on the upcoming crucial business: the report of the board of pub Heatton.

Amusment Question Settled for Southern Methodists

Chicago May 18 The Methodist church will not alter its stance on amusements if a committee report is adopted The committee voted to remove the prohibited amusements section and insert a new paragraph declaring dancing playing games of chance attending theaters horse racing dancing parties and other diversions unsafe for the spiritual life The bishop McCabe proposed censure after releasing satirical resolutions about outside work by the church executive group

Hishop McCabe Chicago Methodist Church McCabe Conservice

Assembly Press Ban Sparks Sunday Print Protests

In St Louis on May 18 the Presbyterian General Assembly debated Sabbath observance. A motion endorsed by malice Yolo urged newspaper proprietors to refrain from printing the assembly’s proceedings in Sunday editions, prompting requests to newspapers not to publish Sunday reports.

St. Luin Presbyterian General Assembly Yee Bell Malace Yolo

Conton New York Cotton Exchange Proposes Commission Rules

New York May 18 Members of the New York cotton exchange met at the board of managers office to consider a proposed bylaw amendment for strict commission maintenance. It sets a $5 fee per trade on behalf of holders, $2.50 for trades by members, and 50 cents for floor businesses. First offense carries six to twelve months suspension, second offense expulsion.

New York Exchange New York New York Cotton Exchange Board of Managera Gwle Aember Belides

Boer envoys arrive in Washington amid welcome reception

Boers emissaries Fincher Wolmerans and Weasels, the Transvaal commission, reached Washington with congressional and citizen committees. They were met at the station by a reception group, escorted to the Arlington hotel, and welcomed with remarks praising liberty by Suleer and Flechey thanking the host nation for hospitality.

Washington Moessrs Fincher Wolmerans Weasels Transvaal Congress Arlington Hotel Ghe Boel Wongrereman Suleer Aie Flechey Nicoeo Provert

Delegates plan reception and demonstration at Grad Opera House

Congressman Sulzer said a Sunday evening event at the Grad Opera House would honor commissioners with a reception and demonstration. Noted public figures including Senators Wellington Allen Teller and Rep Sulzer De Armond Rhea Shafroth Clark Mo Bourke WVocking and envoys Placher and Wossela are listed as witnesses. A committee will visit the White House and State Department to arrange the envoy procession to the president and secretary. Flecher avoided disclosing details about the British successor issue.

Placher Wossela Teller Manon Ald Allen Robinson Sulzer Clark White House Flecher

Oscar May Indicate King Might Abdicate After Pro British Push

London reports in the Daily Press that King Oscar's pro Britain stance has angered his cabinet and sparked rumors of abdication. The Stockholm correspondent notes embittered officials and a planned public birthday announcement for the crown prince on June 26.

London Stockholm Daily Press Osbar Great Britain

Maxwell appointed Postmaster at Randolph Texas

Washington notes report W F Maxwell named Postmaster at Randolph in Fannin County Texas, succeeding W M Nortin. Lewis E Braunin of Chirro Texas admitted to practice before the interior department. Treasury issues bond note special for old 2 percent bonds totalling 25 040 000 with interest ceasing Sept 1. Cabinet discusses Boer envoys reception. expected to be presented to Secretary of State and treated with courtesy as private citizens in a diplomatic capacity.

Washington W. F Maxwell Randolph Fannin County Texas W. M. Nortian Lewia E. Braunin Cliro Interior Department Secretary of the Treasury Trew Avery Gras

Sovereign Blames Miners for Idaho Explosions

James R. Sovereign told the Western Confederation of Miners convention that miners themselves instigated the blasts at Wardner Idaho. The Denver address framed the incident as a worker driven act amid ongoing labor tensions.

Sovereign Denver James R. Sovereign Western Confederation of Miners Wardner Idaho

Bee County tax appraisal and civic notices

Tax Assessor Paul Baxter nears completion of Bee County valuation studies for 1000 with amiable values projected near 4,400,000. Bee County census enumerators Martin McGuill Albert T. Wirt and Frank Miller are named. all are Democrats. Henry D. Demery of Merit Battery K First Arkansas was fatally shot by a fellow member. injuries described as serious. Brokers from Brasos bottom report road issues to the Brazos County court. Prohibition election ordered for Sith County in Troupe. bridge bonds proposed for Waco. Smallpox cases reported in Duffau. precautionary measures underway. Ned Kennard of Navasota dies after fainting at dinner, cause suspected convulsion.

Beeville Paul Baxter Bee County Martin McGuill Albert T. Wirt Frank Miller San Antonio Henry D. Demery Firat Ar- Allory Caldwell James Newsom W. A. Bell Roada Waco Iseng Bragas Duffau Navasota Ned Kennard Anioraon

Unknown man hurt after hold up near Preston Street bridge

An injured man found unconscious near Preston Street bridge was taken to the station for aid. He suffered severe head wounds from a reported assault by an unknown assailant. doctors said the injuries are not expected to be dangerous.

Preston Street Moon

McCoy Defeats Australian Dan Creedon in Six

New York May Charles Kid McCoy easily defeated Australian Dan Creedon at Broadway Athletium tonight before a large crowd. Creedon offered little resistance and failed to land scoring blows. McCoy could have ended the bout sooner but chose not to, delivering a decisive sixth round finish.

New York Charles Kid) McCoy Dan Creddan Broadway Athle Etia McCoy Creedon Acttoy

Garvin Leads Navy to Shutout Over Giants in Chicago

Virgil Garvin of the Navy sets a dazzling strikeout display for Chicago against New York. The forward hurling ace shuts down the Giants, guiding Chicago to a 4-0 victory as Garvin dominates in the box with key double plays and tight defense.

Garvin Navysets Chicago Herald Tomne Panhandle Commonwealth Rowic Lone Star Davellis Utrikes Virgil Garvin Itisén Navasota New York Fane Orpheus Garvin Dewey Hanten Chichago Davis Gleason Davin Ryan Leman Grady Hite Warner Cartiee van Haltren Meier Ft Wan Ovar Chieiga Carrick Nichole Ty Singien Childs Yun

Corbett considers Congress run from New Yorks Tenderloin

Janson J Corbett remains a serious candidate for Congress in the Twelfth district from the Tenderloin New York. He notes his Democrat allegiance and pledges to support the party if nominated. Corbett cites past mistakes but asserts a commitment to honesty and serving his district and state.

Congress Tenderloin New York Janson J. Corbett Cougrean Tle Mlereigt Mint Tammany Fisi Corbett McLany Charcm

Racecard scramble at Lakeside track meet May rain

Weather cloudy at Lakeside as horses race six furlongs to a mile and a quarter. Debutants and seasoned runners contest events with numerous named horses, riders, and times noted, reflecting a busy program from May 16 with heavy track conditions.

Chicago Lakeside Emma FR Daisy Orlan Cerichaes Mages Battus Light Ball Thine Tom Myth Prince Biares Moron Kid Hampton Eiresell Bronce Demon Tyrba Obsidian Martha Fox Te Carey Wood Prince la Princesses Mus Glenaine Nalrete Chicopee Jerry Lee Zacatosa Sister Fox Cora Havill Jr Ollie J Mina Patron Satan Sorry Rose Gerry Hermiaon Sad Sam Cora Motee Scorpolette Kid Cox Jingle Fobors Waddell Abe Furat Braw Eat Orion Liz Brant Wiles Interferer the Regie Rival Dare Damoeles Tenole la Princesa Cherry Bounce Il Pepa Harry Tinkler Heroles Mildred Ruling Rornéy I Annis Palmer Dlomietwai Milo Boney Box Tenpy John Baker Ned Pirate Eva Rice Knight Banneret Hoods Brigade Fullen Giz Furlenga Ailatto O'Connell Ed Gattlind I Ben Ledl Dr. Walmaeley Prewtar St. Cuthbert Owensboro Hub Prather Schnell Laufer Tommy Obrien Talma Thinhere Aule Sellinge Walkenslaw Aboy Rav H Donation Vincenuis Tile W Vier Pavor Leanele Roanvannah Myosotis Evelyn

Weather Outlook for May Weekend Across States

Weather information notes fair conditions across Washington and eastern Texas for Saturday and Sunday with fresh west to north winds. Oklahoma and Indian Territory expect cloudy periods with northerly to northwesterly winds and mild temperatures.

Warhington

National League May 8 81 Baseball Summary

Mixed game notes report several NL games on May 8 with Hawley’s pitching battered and multiple hits including triples and doubles by Bernhard and teammates. Pittsburg details include Bernhard, McParland, and Lattimer scoring runs. Chicago and Boston rain delays. American League contests list Detroit rout of Minneapolis and Cleveland versus Kansas City with rain in several games.

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Mound City Stake Highlights Day at Fair Grounds

At St Louis Fair Grounds on May 15 the Mound City stake topped the program with Loving Cup winning handily over Green Dixon and others in a feature race. The meet included a mile event and various sprint heats, with performances by Contie Aan, Sculptrens, and notable horses like Celtic Bard and Abusive among the競.

St. Louis St. Louia Fair Grounds Mound City Ganna Furlon Dixon Milwaa Tuvioope Dave Ae Solan Tong

Brick foundation begun for new building in Richmond

Richmond Texas May 18 work has begun on the foundation for a large new brick building for Mrs Parcelie Bay. The project advances the town's development as construction starts on a prominent local property.

Richmond Texas

Health claims and letters on a great medicine

The text discusses supposed health benefits for women, claiming freshness and roundness of form as signs of health. It mentions safety for men and various natural remedies, labeling the medicine as a safeguard for a woman’s health and noting letters were published and printed in the paper.

Piles Cured Without the K Discoveries Offer No Cure No Pay

A Paris Medicine Company claim promotes PAZO CINTMES as a guaranteed pile remedy. It promises cure in four days, relieves itching instantly, and follows a no cure no pay plan. Sold for 69 cents, with mail order if unavailable.

Pazo Cintmes Paria Medicine St. Louis, Mo

Why He Cures by Newton Hathaway and J Newton Hathaway

A fragmented 19th century medical pitch from Dr. Newton Hathaway and Dr. Hathaway claiming to treat chronic diseases by addressing disease in one part of the body to prevent spread, noting exclusive methods, study, and confidence in cures. It asserts experience and learning from medical college education and promises repair of ailments through specialized care at S09 B. Aleame Texas.

J. Newton Hathaway M. Dewhan TF College Henen Iallis Rae J. Newton Dr. Hathawsy B. Aleame Texas

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