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Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1900

Page

2

Crowds Break Up as Cars Run Unmolested in St Louis Strike

The St Louis Transit Company ran five routes with no line throwing or shootings yesterday. Police kept order as crowds jeered and watched car crews in brief clashes but no serious violence occurred. Officials cited worker shortages and ongoing negotiations as unions and managers clash over staffing.

Unox St. Louis Transit Company Park Lacredo Delmar Page Spaula Joe Eubatnee Laslods Cara Campbell Washington Avenue Thirteenth Bowen Stnday Laviete Avenue Bannhoff Baumbet Hue Sunoupced Waa Anc Nehaogal Mahan Emplores Chilme

Strike 1 Orr Brotherhood of Carpenters Faces Rift

May 24 report declares off three week old conflict between United Motherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and Allied Building Trades League. Dispute centered on union affiliation with the eight hour day and wage terms, with non union carpenters split from the League. Arbitration by United Labor League led to Allied Building Trades to let Carpenters work out their own situation. Employers largely signed no broad demands.

Brotherhood of Carpenters Prihetolpus Motherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Allied Building Trades League League Brotherhad Tme Unttei Labor League Whiths Heek Chow Allied Building ‘Trades Beache Imdes

Street Car Strike Arouses Berlin Riots Amid Protests

In Berlin on May 20 crowds clashed with police during a tram strike. Police fired blank cartridges as rioters tossed stones. By evening the trams resumed after workers were ordered to return, with demands for shorter workdays and higher pay.

Berlin Berli Fred Tha Cyowib

Italians Refuse Work in Mexico Faces Deportation

The Bog Teallans from Italy to work on the Veracruz and Paulista railroad refuse to work after arrival in Vera Crim Mexico. They are fed by the government while awaiting deportation to Italy. A second wave of about 600 Italians is expected as more details emerge from official sources.

Mexico Vera Crim Italy Ver Cruz and Paelle Pontine Rigtiog Caus Rota

Une Platt's Chlorides Delight Fans at Local Fair

At the county fair Une Platt showcases chlorides drawing crowds. Attorneys and chemists attend a demonstration of the safe handling and potential medicinal uses. Vendors report steady interest in new formulations.

Peace overtures amid Kroger reports and global unrest

Kroger reports overtures for peace as Mafeking rally joy returns amid battles and casualties. Commandant Tenet offers surrender. brigand attacks Kansas hotel and vault robbery occur. Plague in San Prandeo unchanged. Devton enforces Sunday law. primaries set for Love-Finiy and Storey-Qurtias. Rebels slain in Colombia. Armenia concerns. Washington reception planned. Confederate soldiers to receive honors. bishops confirm many appointments.

Kroger Ja Mafeking Tate Tenet Bribaneta Devton J. T. Slider

Plague Situation Updates Across Cities Reported

Reports from San Francisco Texas New York and Chicago describe no new bubonic plague cases and ongoing inoculations. Officials note quarantines at city exits and cross state telegrams confirm limited spread while unusual vaccine and contraband rumors circulate.

San Francisco Board of Health

Colombian Revolt Claims Large Rebel Casualties

Reports from Colombia relayed via royal mail steamer Trett describe heavy fighting near Patania and Carthager with substantial rebel losses. Government forces reportedly repelled attacks, while several engagements occurred around May 15 and May 38 as truce talks paused and currency devalues.

Kingston Jamaica Uhj Colombia Royal Mail Trett Patania Patome Carthager Trent Wan Lroopa Caurthagon Bridwen Clothator

Typo-riddled fragment hints at Waldeck-Rousseau affair

The clairt publishes a facsimile attempting to prove a contention that the Waldeck-Rousseau malintention reopened the Dyeffusa case. A document in German claims the writer was approached by a well known political agent to omit from the trial evidence.

Partin Clair Waldeck-Rousesan Malintey Corman Hous Gmvernment Bimpene Fon Juyval Deling Tkimail Nenses

Passion Play Presented in Oberammergau May 2

The Passion Play in Oberammergau drew a larger crowd with many Americans attending. Anton Lang, the renowned Christian figure in this year’s performance, appeared in the role with devout reverence and notable beauty. He participated in early morning prayers before the show.

Oberammergau

Solar eclipse preparations span several states in the path

Elaborate preparations are underway in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina to witness the total solar eclipse on Monday May 3 in Atlasta Georgia and other locations along the arc of totality.

Atlasta Alabama Georgia North Carolina South Carglion

Macon Agricultural plan ruined by fire in Georgia town

Reports from Macon Georgia say the plan of the Macon Agricultural Company was destroyed by fire causing losses of about $60,000. The mishap is noted among several short items from across the country.

TEXAS TOWNS REPORT MIXED LOCAL ITEMS

Short local notes from Carmine Comanche Palesting Martin Basrop and Bastrop describe events from forgery pursuit to postal rural delivery and a social in Bastrop. Mentions include Jim Hughes near Kaupman and a windmill incident on Mec Catcheen's ranch with a broken pipe and burned engine.

United States Postoftes Lnapeotor Bokie Manlin Vauety Frank Toyles Worao Kaupman Jim Hughes Kaufinac Mec-Catcheen F. B. Sawyer

Convention Hall Contracts Awarded in Kansas City

Crews of mechanics labored all day at the convention hall as awards were given for the fourth level of the roof and the project moved toward completion. Contractors supervised excavation, concrete, and masonry work under direction of the hall directors.

Kansas City Rhof Whit Hal

Memphin Club Defeats Opponents Twice Today

A Memphin club triumphed over two foes in a single day, winning 40 to 6 in the first match and then clinching another victory in the second contest. The reports list Memphin as the dominant team in Evanaville.

Memphin Memphis Tos May Evanaville Memphin Club Weres

Casto Fata Bears The Kind You Fine Aways

A fragmentary OCR style line hints at a feature titled Casto Fata with a note about fines and long odds. The readable words offer limited context on people places or events.

Bold hotel robbery nets diamonds money and checks

A lone robber, described as a six foot, well dressed man, robbed the Coates House hotel in Kansas City at 11:30 pm. He forced the night clerk and another employee at gunpoint, escaping with about 250 in cash, diamonds valued around 120, and checks totaling 100, while police began investigations near the downtown hotel.

Kanne City Coates Hovel Kansas City James Sullivan Fred W. Fleming Missouri National Guard William Gosawit Canties I Meeker J. W. Garvey Kelleher Sherrimai Clark Winlduen Wody Kelither Clark Aw Lim Clark Sullivan Fleming Gossett Clelma Gabrelt Tenth Broadway 1 Lathor

Indiana supports Fairbanks for president at national convention

Indiana Republicans meet to discuss nominating Senator Fairbanks for president with a likely bid at the national convention in Philadelphia. State leaders, including Congressman Landis, signal growing sentiment that Fairbanks will secure the nomination unless an unexpected event changes the course.

Indianapolis Indiana Philadelphia Fairbanks Comgresseman Landis Iat Iiana Patibanks Fuliune Madere Fairbatke

Hawaiian leaders seek stance amid party pressures

In Honolulu on May 12, leaders discussed future political alignments noting no clear allegiance to either major party. Some favored the Hawaiian alliance with whites and Portuguese as acceptable allies, while a native independent faction could muster about 16,000 votes, potentially shifting margins for Republicans and Democrats.

Honolulu San Prancica Che Atest Woterman Independent Party

Gold Democrats Discuss Feasibility of Fielding a Ticket

City and state leaders of the Gold Democrats plan a conference in Tadlapapolis on May 20 to decide whether to back a national ticket after the June Democratic convention. The meeting aims to represent every district, with parking and state chairs coordinating. If Bryan is nominated and favored, they will rally to support a national ticket.

Tadlapapolis Int Weidpeeday John R. Wilson de Abereinea Bryan Hicage Tena Wald Democrata

Cuban postal frauds shock Havana investigation pauses

In Havana today the postal fraud investigation shows no relaxation after a long probe that has often stretched into midnight. Officials and suspects accept a rest is needed as the inquiry continues amid tension with reformists and unionists.

Havana

Revival at San Marcon San Marcos and Presbyterian Welcome

A report of revival meetings led by Rev. M. Gardner at San Marcos First Methodist Church with support from Rev. J. T. Morris and Rev. W. H. Biggs, plus notes on a San Antonio Stad Christian church series led by Hitler Morenas and Miss Morgans. In St Louis the Presbyterian general assembly hosts a “children's welcome” with delegates, visitors, and a choral program by city musicians.

L. D. Lamkin Firat Bontiat A. W. Wilson Shearn Church Reuniona Bisbop Gallagher San Marcon San Marcos Toras M. 8. Gardner First Methodist Church Bern J. T. Morris W. HH. Biggs Kyle San Antonio Stad Christian Church Hitler Mor-Ran Morenas Merz Miss Morgans St. Louis Odeon

Commission in Atlanta Presby church meetings widen reach

In Atlanta on May 20 the commission of the Southern Presbyterian church held services across denominations in Atlanta and nearby towns. Special music framed each service while commissioners attended. Proceedings resume tomorrow at 9 o clock with plans to extend the mission about another week.

Atlanta Ord Southern Presbyterian Church Mearhby

Revival services at Wesley Church yield conversions

In Greenville Tex May 19 two Wesley church services held yesterday were revival in character. Morning and afternoon meetings saw several conversions and reclamations and a strong sense of religious enjoyment. Evening crowd large and revival influence evident in convictions and conversions.

Greenville Texan Wesley Church Iain Ianers Petitonis

Evansgatis t Abe Mulkey Opens Meetings in McKinney

Evansgatis Abe Mulkey began a series of meetings in McKinney Texas under a large font canvas tabernacle. A chair of 100 voices leads singing with instrumental accompaniment. Two services daily at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. are held.

McKinney Texas

Local Church Work Delayed by Night Rain

In Hearne the Presbyterian church construction halted by heavy rainfall from last night. In Palestine the YMCA congress, begun weeks ago, has grown with new members and remains active attracting interest.

Hearne Presbyterian Church Palestine M.C. A. Congress Congress

Love and Lead Ends in Killing Near Cor le Gk

A report states William Rajnes and Freeya were killed near Cor le, Gk, by Mr. Gleaton who sought to marry Miss Raines. Gleaton shot the girl's father, then the brother, and exchanged fire with a neighbor before fleeing. The Rainey and Gleaton families are involved. one friend is mortally wounded and another in critical condition.

Micon Fetalis William Rajnes Freeya Corle Gleaton Mies Raines Glenton Miss Raines Yong Lady Ftysnos Glearny Romuroine Rainey Hoth Raines

Week in Congress Signals Shifting Clark Debate

Washington May 20 Senator Chandler plans to seek a Monday Senate vote on the Clark of Montana credentials, but the matter may be postponed. If Clark changes stance, Chandler may push to refer and spark a debate. post office funds and Philippine questions dominate the coming week with several conference reports and appropriations expected before adjournment around June lith.

Washington Chandler Senate Clark Montana Alex Clark Post Office la Belleved Mittory Academy

House White House Ends Here After Noon Session

Washington May 20 The House will use stopgap measures to stall new legislation for the rest of the session. Conference reports and other matters will pass with leaders’ approval. District of Columbia day looms tomorrow and anti trust and military committee bills may be acted on this week.

Willis Washington Columbia District of Columbia Witck Juliitary Committee St. Louie Noday Nee

Germany to raise tariffs on U S goods under new German plan

Washington reports consul general in Berlin cites Commercial Relations volume showing Germany plans substantial tariff increases on United States imports. German press irritation and accusations of under valuation persist as Germany seeks greater share of global trade, especially with China, amid rising U S tariff advantages.

United States Washington Germany Magen Berlin State Department Wodnik Mi Moon Mason Crade Gertbays Aloe China Inet Yvenva PPA Cannes

Plucky Woman Shoots Two Men After Assault At Lunch Stand

Memphis Tennessee May 2 A woman identified as Mrs MecKenny shot two men during a confrontation at a lunch house after they assaulted her escort Whiting and Brogan and Gols mio were involved in the trouble. Whiting died from a gunshot wound another man was injured but not fatally and the woman was detained for medical attention.

Memphis Teen Fiward Wwrit- Wogton Dennis Brogan Thomas Gols Mio Twe Notuasly Johan Bava Saya Coleman

Delegates Arrive in New Orleans for National Convention

National Travelers' Protective Association delegates begin arriving in New Orleans with attendees from Tennessee, Kentucky, and other states. Illness affects workers and steamship excursions are planned as the event opens with a parade and inaugural features.

New Orleans Tonne Tndines Kentucky Toenday Aires

Gonzales County Confederate Sponsors Named for Reunion

Honmatoea County sponsor Gonzales Texas May 14 managers of the Confederate reunion to be held at Lousyilig May 30 select their sponsor and maids of honor Miss Fran tes Harwood, sponsor, Miss Biddle Quall Miss Neddy neley Miss Matrie Puge and Miss Alma Kokernol named as maids of honor.

Gonzales Texas Lousyilig Ong Mise Frantes Harwood Mins Biddle Quall Neddy Neley Matrie Pugeeee Mie Alma Kokernol

Escape recalls historic train robberies in Texas case

In Fort Worth Texas May 10 the recent escape of Frank Fousett recalls a prior dramatic pursuit by Nap Pehed years ago involving the notorious Rube Burrows. Burrows terrorised the region and was never captured, becoming a celebrated figure in train robbery lore. Judge Camminge presided as county judge at the time.

Fousett Fort Worth Texas Frank Fousett Mherry Rube Burrows C. Camminge Burrows

Trial verdict trails under foggy headline

An at fault trial concluded with a verdict after a long jury deliberation. The defendant Harrowe was found liable and later died in Alabama amid unclear circumstances.

Harrowe Hie Alabama

Americans Again Fortieth Volunteers Win In Mindanao

American forces in Mindanao routed local defenders, with Fortieth volunteers taking part. The engagement left two soldiers dead and several wounded. The report notes the action occurred in a northern Mindanao area and mentions Acquasan.

Aime Rifles Fortieth Volunteers Infantry Mindanae Tives

Richmond Blues Murder Case Sparks City Turmoil

A muddled report from Rivkmond Virginia describes a murder investigation tied to a Richmond Blues victim. The piece mentions arrests, deputies, and a Jackson-like atmosphere with tense anticipation and conflicting details about who is charged and where the tragedy occurred near Robert 18 Willam 6 Mooracas.

Rivkmond Tyler Richmond Blues Penmooth Annem Chanel Yeaterday Robert Willam Mooracas Jolier

King Dies at Home in Alvin After Short Illness

Local obituary reports Alvin resident King, aged about 60, died at his home near 9 o clock last night after a brief illness. He moved to Alvin from Plant, Texas two years ago with his family, and leaves a daughter and other relatives. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the family.

King Alvin Texas Plant Tennessee

Colonel Sayers Honored in Gonzales Texas Celebration

In Gonzales Texas Colonel Sayers receives congratulations from many friends after being noted by the state general for appointing an aide de camp on Glover staff with the rank of lieutenant. The event marks a notable local accolade.

Sayers Gonzales Texas de Camp Govers

Enumerators Arrive in Corpus Christ City and County

Enumerators in Corpus Christi city and county arrive, with I Brookshire and Louis Bas leading the team, as of last night. The procession marks the start of the district enumeration effort supervised by Luby.

Luby Consus I. Brookshire Louis Bas

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