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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1900
Page
15
Market notes show bank liquidity strong yet cautious after a major firm’s failure. Traders, brokers, and institutions adjust positions as sugar, railroads, and industrials influence prices while capital flows waver in response to speculative pressure and regulatory signals.
May 26 Brenham Texas George Turtee cook for Langing Construction Co suffered multiple stab wounds at the Dixie Saloon. John W Teague who runs a field room above the saloon was held on $500 bond. Spectators and Teague described a quarrel in front of the bar before the stabbing action occurred.
A Texas district court record shows W. B. Green Shoe Store proprietor announcing retirement from the business by October 4, 1900. He plans to close out stock on Saturday May 2 at factory pricing with discounts around 69 percent for customers in Houston.
A period sale listing numerous junior and children footwear and slippers with substantial markdowns. Items include Misses leather slippers, tan oxfords, white kid strap slippers, Burton shoes, and various child sizes with prices from 0.80 to 2.75, plus a broad range of boys and girls styles.
A dense pricing column lists various men s shoes including lace up congress and calf styles. Entries show prices such as 3.00 2.40 4.00 6.00 and 22 7 for different models and brands like Kangaroo Buna Johnson and Diack. The ad suggests a broad assortment with discounts or sale pricing.
An unsigned notice proclaims a quit business deadline of October 1 1900 for a Houston shoe retailer. It promises all inventory would be sold at near factory cost, with a sensational “going-out-of-business” sale starting May 24 and lasting until stock runs out, inviting friends and customers to participate.
Shop opens at 10 percent off all footwear with strong urging to visit tomorrow. Respondents are urged to come early and compare prices, promising unbeatable value and a chance to beat rivals. No reservations required. limited stock implied.
A sprawling, garbled minutes list events from Brenham and nearby towns. It records a hospital case with a blood loss, stage acts under the Tennessee Fiddlers rules, prize winners for a fiddlers contest, and financial receipts from a Malt deer fundraiser. It also lists deaths, funerals, railway shipments, civic meetings, and various social notices including church programs, weddings, and public speeches.
A contract is awarded to build a Genieve orphanage with 190 capacity. Mrs. Ed Jacobsdonates 900 dollars for construction and furnishing through a Ladies’ Non-Sectarian society commits 400. The Commercial and Industrial League of Shreveport unites merchants and mechanics, to be perfected next Wednesday amid city officials and business leaders.
May forecasts from St Joseph Missouri outline rapid eastward weather waves from Dayton to Winnipeg and Fargo, with showers widespread and a drought risk peaking mid June. The bulletin discusses July drought threats to corn, price swings, and weather-driven market effects, citing past forecasts and meteorological theories.
W W Gilleland aged 23 a skilled Anelype printer was hurled today as last plyche 4 failed He was an employee of the Times Tonight the Athletic Club will meet the board of trade and adopt a station and traws Fev J I Speerleg of St Marks Episcopal church will leave tomorrow to deliver the annual sermon Sunday at the normal school commencement ceremonies at Natohotovhos
May 05. The waiver for the telephone line from Fay City to Matagorda is completed and work to erect posts will begin soon. Dr. W W Bouldin and Wad McNabb plan to have the Bay City to Matagorda line in operation and extend west to Ashby Hawley and B Campo. Hon John Lane attorney for Cane Belt railroad filed deed for 498 acres of land bought from New York and Texas Land Co. He visited his station forapawaa and praised county plans, fueling confidence in the area.
A report by Mureny Lee J. Blackman notes the organization of a cavalry troop in Corsle Cana with two companies named. The aid act and secretary organizations are mentioned as part of the setup.
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