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Newspaper

Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1902

Page

8

Ellan Thomas v Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe rail case verdict

In a Houston area court Ellan Thomas sues the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe Railway for damages claiming injury from a faulty turnout. The jury sided with the defense in this ongoing matter prompting further proceedings in related district and probate actions and noting upcoming court dates and filings.

Tlon Ellan Thomas Gulf Colorado Santa Fe Elisa Thomas Tishop Hourton Texas Conny Huwa Mayva Barnie Ray Ken Sémors Ve Fannie Sonsexsienree Hu. Masterson John D. Cameron Martemou Masteree Et Aly Diet A Mastereon Bankeble Land Am Garaletoes Garobeymeit

Invention of a Water Sprinkler Sparks Crowd Interest

Reporters chase rumors of a new device that scatters water six feet and may revolutionize vehicle use. The tale follows Mason and others who allegedly passed the idea, details of construction, and the public reaction at a late night demonstration.

Mason Harmloke Chigreforn

POMOLOGICAL STATION TO STUDY COAST FRUIT DISEASES

The Agricultural Bureau of the United States plans to establish a pomological station in this region to study coast country fruit diseases. A report by Prof. Waste cited pear plights as a basis for future local research. The precise location and start date remain to be announced.

Agricultural Bureau Houston Agricultural Bureau of Ito Waste

Milam Street Sewer Project Faces Opened Joints and Delays

Turbulent Milam Street sewer work exposes open joints and buried problems as workers uncover clogged pipes under the Milam Street bridge. Engineer Potter and contractor Anderson defend methods while neighbors report odors and halted access. The scene includes cement bags, improvised plugs, and delayed progress amid safety concerns.

Milam Street Martit Agderson Cn Debhie Anderson Jeminge

Expo planned as Houston crowd backs industrial fair

Report from Houston notes solicitors for the Rich Malhoe association and Indisertal expition gathering support while wealthy firms resist. George Trown of the Mitafihwus League cites strong talk of a major fall exposition and a march stock pledge of 8100 or more, signaling push toward a final success.

Howeton George Trown Mitafihwus League Nn March Houston

Inspector Noble Targets Decayed Fruit Vendors

City food inspector Dr. Charles M. Noble vows immediate action against decayed fruit handling. He plans a streamlined program to protect the public from impure fruit and meats and will inspect vendors’ stock to curb sale of spoiled produce to needy families.

Inspector Noble Charles M. Noble Hetstow Nolte

Weather Chief Bowie Visited Houston Office Scene

Weather chief Bowie spent yesterday in Houston coordinating with local offices and reviewing preparations. He met with officials to discuss the weather bureau setup, noting arrangements with Meyer drug store and city officials in Capitol area for the daily forecast.

Houston O. K Edward Fy. Bowie J. eNatoti Exuetlin Shane Meyer Cirner Alti Capital Sabine Pass

Hayon's Creation Attracts Capacity Audience At Auditorium

Hayon's Creation drew a full house at the auditorium last night. The performance impressed with its character and fine singing, reflecting strong reception from local patrons.

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Shop Men See No Talk, Yet Increase Not Granted

A nine member Southern Pacific shop men committee discussed wage demands with Manager Van Vieck. The men sought a 10 percent pay raise, but Van Vieck said he did all he could and offered a one cent per hour raise. The meeting ended with plans for a future gathering to decide next steps.

Southern Pacific Mann Meter Mechante Ityan

City Hall Notes on Appointing 24 Members to City Board

Charles Tidder and George Botman qualified to nominate 24 members for the city door onglocem and will be furnished fifty dollars each. An official city finance provision states the boiler fnapuetir, along with two others, form a board of etgivedrs.

Charles FE. Tidtter George HL. Botman

San Jacinto Street Bridge Repair Urgency Urges Immediate Action

City engineers warn the San Jacinto Street Bridge remains unsafe after a temporary one year repair plan. Officials say delaying reopening risks accidents and liability and must not be allowed. closure and complete repairs are urged without delay.

San Jacinto Stroet

City implements new electrical inspection and accounting measures

The city enforces stricter electrical operation rules with required certificates from the aldermanic board and appoints examiners Blair and Bolin to inspect facilities. Inspectors will audit each unit, issue certificates, and report fines to the district court. The mayor and committees prepare a special meeting to discuss the contract with Haskine & Selly and place accountants in the city building for ongoing access to records. Delinquent rent taxes see steady payments as court actions proceed. Maynor Holt cannot address Allah School graduates due to scheduling conflicts.

Biel Nicites Ald Board Mesers Blair Pid Bolin Wee Eximiiines Thone Fond

There Is But One Argument Quality Will Tell

There is no clear coherent event. the fragment references “But One Argument-Quality Will Tell” and mentions goods delivered, and a jump in measures or bottles with unclear context and wording. No identifiable people or organizations are clearly stated.

Disease in Livestock Linked to Four Winged Scavengers

A State livestock report ties a deadly disease outbreak across multiple counties to scavenging birds and a bacillus. Dr Knickhoeney's microscopic analysis of blood, feces, and bones from affected cattle, horses, and mules identified anthrax bacteria, indicating widespread infection and challenging farmer deception attempts.

Knickhoe Jney Wisit Rocky Island Colorado County Post Kalghie Eptedid Millom Frre Stone

Knight Warns of Bird Flu Dangers in Watering Places

Dr. Knight warns that tar bieeands docwot and other pathogens thrive near springs and rivers where carnivabiia prods and Iakes abound. He urges action to amend deadly germs, noting mistletoe in trees and fever in birds near ponds, and calls for measures to prevent spread across counties.

Dr. Knight Knight Lee Rtehit Tinestika- Thoms United States Walla

Ladies Passenger Aftercart Crash Near Crawford Street

Mrs T C Lockart and her daughter Miss Rutherford Lockart, assistant editor of the Houston Press, rode home in a carriage when it suddenly overturned at the corner of Crawford Street and Treston Avenue. Both women suffered injuries, the daughter escaping more lightly. they were taken to Mrs Baldwin Reed’s residence to recover. A faulty house mover and unlit machinery in the street were blamed for the accident.

T. C. Lockart Biepuerd Street Lockhart Cesar Mrr Baldwin Hiestohaecne Wrawford Atreet

Real Estate Market Rumors Signal Big Deals Pending

Reports from yesterday note several large real estate moves in the market with murmurs of deals near and above 1 million. Details are unclear as transactions await formal reporting and publication.

Varus Aston Devdamar

Class Day Exercises Marked By Strained State Support

The article recounts a class day program at a high school where Prof. W. W. Barnett notes continued lack of state funding. Students perform in a program at the Auditorium at 10 o clock featuring the High School Orchestra and vocalists, followed by remarks on the summer normal school and faculty accomplishments. Mayor Holt misses the graduation event due to illness.

W. W. Barnett Keliogis Salu Bs Socteawece Mabel Cosnel Vera Sadie Freyor Michos Addie Cageigh School Libedronic Gambrti Crawford Kay Augtely Sopratics Mikeck Speed Hiten Foregard Ramyay Suont Watson Jultien Hanilen Snerma Iarn Ebinckshear Millon Witter Slevin Hunt Walter Hester Priddy Quahtian Myth Milby Xale Alisa Brann Clisa Mice Nielle Wrelietra Sss Smplock Aml Stowelork Barnette Simmir Nermal School Moiuiday Alt Cmd Rot Barneth Thie Normal School Barnett Call Hormel le Vesne wXonpelite Perhone Thy State University At Austin Barnett Lipa Holt

County Candidates Speak in Third Ward Meeting

County candidates spoke at a late evening forum held on a school campus in the Third Ward attracting a large crowd. The event featured warm exchanges and comments from several bidders for county offices as voters weighed local issues and next steps.

Hares Menting

Notable Visitors Arrive in City For Social and Business Events

Local society notes list a stream of visitors to the city including Captain Evans of Port Arthur, Mr. Corrington Weems, and Mr. J. A. Fitzpatrick among others. They are seen at the Rice and prominent residences as they tour, host, or conduct business. The scene includes a state health official Dr. B. H. Carlton touring, while crops and health are cited as favorable.

State University Aly Ioe Ulan Thom OureChoo Chicago University Wiley Houston Vic Cal Sterie Paldsting MerCall Dallas Corrington Weems Lumpasis Oh, Evans Port Athen Rlee FP. Cartler Leteviile Whitney Lake Charla Ao Vrackenbrough Veston Messrs. GO. PL Tafel C. Rady Fatlis T. A. Worden Elty Hie Toll Springs A. Brown Bristol Brown Latham New York Theo Rubler Thuco Kyle Regans Coleman City Mt. FL San Felipe Victor Uta Ed Smith Portland Ore Willian M. Kuykendall Ville Texas

City Briefs Postpone Houston High School Meeting

Due to dealag esereiet, Houston High School tonight meeting at the First Presbyterian is postponed. Miss Bessie Hughes requests the High periodl to meet. Evening after the class, any exercises staged in the Auditorium. Tickets must be furnished. Un delivered telegrams listed to several local names.

Houston Bessie Hughes Western Union Tohnsen Jove Watkins Mes H. van Calloway H. A Or Fuller W. B. Campbell C. Hinvence Moria Fobinsot & Mars Johns Miss Hallenle EB. Wilimas

Sabbath Question Prompts Meeting of New Techa Leader

A garbled report cites figures like Silverman and Paddles in a Chicago style fragment referencing editorial roles, poems, and an Atlanta Constitution tone. The piece mentions cities San Francisco Cincinnati New Orleans and Tonston Texas, with vague remarks on editorial guards and sobriety.

Silverman New Teca Sanger San Francisco Cal I BE Direct Coton Louwenschein den Molnet I. Deutsch Cincinnati Heller New Orleans Tonston Texas Loni

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