12 Nov 1901
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1901
Page
1
Reports from Topeka recount fear as robberies surge statewide and Frank Thompson, a mutiny leader, is captured after a manhunt. Authorities describe widespread alert as convicts, including Hewitt and Southerland, are pursued through Osage County into nearby towns.
Washington November 12. Eastern Texas expects milder conditions with cold air in the north. Wednesday will be fair with southerly winds shifting to northerly. Chihom and Indian Territory anticipate northerly winds and falling temperatures through Wednesday.
Special to The Port Washington November 11 Senator Cul tom Ie certali reports no objection to the canal scheme. He notes the Pan American treaty provisions and the Costa Rica Nicaragua negotiations, with Crilem as chair of the foreign relations committee. The press records debate by the canal commission and remarks by General Hains and Goinad Ernst.
The report details a 17 750 08 deficit linked to the HalaneR Lu Fator society. It notes officers such as Rev W. and CA Hagerh presenting figures on membership, attendance, and education reach, citing about 501 000 members served and 1000 students enrolled last year.
Preliminary monthly crop reports show corn yields per acre at record low levels in several states while overall oats and wheat yields trend downward. Regions like Washington and Nebraska report sharply reduced averages with partial data from states including Iowa and Texas, signaling tight supplies.
Chan Yer Tung is named to replace Yuan Shi Kal as chief official in Chongqing governing body. The appointment shifts Chinese affairs, with Wu seeking mission to negotiate an indemnity fund and potential American involvement as a financial mediator. The report notes tensions over currency exchange controls and international trade negotiations.
The Schley court convened in the Mebean building with Admiral Dewey and two admirals presiding. They discussed evidence and debated expedited action while stressing the need for a careful verdict, with proceedings adjourned after an hour of formal consideration.
November 11 reports motions in the Oberlin M. Carter property dispute. A transfer of 8717000 valued holdings and notes totaling 11000 plus 700 cash are placed with Receiver Max Whitney for later settlement in federal court. A separate habeas corpus matter for Captain Ober M. Carter advances to the December docket in Washington.
November 11 report notes Grand market opening at Be M C D Borden today withdrawing an offer. Market areas remain unsettled and not in today’s market, with no clear gains or losses indicated.
The Freedmen's Aid and Southern Education Society of the Methodist Episcopal church held its fiftieth anniversary in Calvary church Allegheny Pittsburg. Attendance was the largest in the society’s history with strong interest and reports from the treasurer and board of managers highlighting progress and finances.
Representives from over seventy independent cracker firms across the United States held secret meetings at the Grand Hotel Cincinnati to discuss a cooperative association aimed at improving conditions. Secretary J. W. Callahan stated the group is not forming a trust and seeks to protect independence while coordinating price and quality under set terms.
In McLean County Kansas land deeds reveal William Outre and partners acquiring about fifteen thousand acres. Ogden paid $2.00 an acre for the land in Western Kansas to be converted into the largest wheat ranch in the region.
Montgomery November 11 reports show voters approving a new state constitution by a comfortable margin. Official returns indicate the statewide majority around twenty five thousand to twenty seven thousand with strong turnout in many counties, including substantial Black participation beyond expectations.
Governor Beckham denounces Indiana's Governor Durbin in a Kentuck y letter. Beckham accuses Durbin of conspiracy against Kentucky courts and of abusing power to influence the Goebel case and state politics. The missive defends Kentucky's sovereignty and condemns Durbin's alleged anti state actions.
In Sherman Texas on November 11 a man who claimed to be a naval officer held up Constable Creed in Potaboro, then fled. He reportedly bought a box of cartridge while in Potaboro. Sheriff and deputies say they are close on the suspect’s trail this afternoon.
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