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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1900
Page
2
The treasury report shows gross receipts for warrants and public debt at 1 087 240 262 with large increases in disbursements, a $51 180 382 rise from the prior year, and a year of steady monthly surpluses except July 1899. Per capita money supply estimated at 400.0 with bonds of $60 000 for Alaska appeared valid.
The government of Moroco declined the United States demand for indemnity over the killing of a naturalized American, citing immunity under a Moroco Spain convention. The State Department supports Connim Goremer’s push, likely backed by a US warship visit to Mororenain waters to present the case aboard a navy selected vessel.
Washington reports the comparison of four year appropriations for the navy and the 1902 estimates. Total appropriations for 1901 were $65,190,916 with 1902 estimates at $87,175,768. Principal items include pay, ordnance, equipment, yards and docks, naval academy works, construction, steam engineering, marine corps, armor, and emergency funds.
Special to The Poet reports Prof Frederick A Thomas an inventor in New Orleans has found a process to extract seed oil with all desired properties. The discovery could affect a trade worth over 730000000 annually and a New Orleans plant operates at 1500 gallons daily with plans for a two block facility producing 40000 gallons daily. Citizens of New Orleans are notable backers. An inquiry into William M Rice was adjourned in New York at the request of Assistant District Attorney Osborne.
Reports from New York November 12 describe Secretary Hay's possible return to the court of St James as ambassador and discuss replacing him with Colonel Way in London. The Times dispatch suggests cabinet changes on March 4 while noting many members seek private life and that Secretary Root is likely to join the cabinet.
W J Bryan denies plans to join the ministry and says he will not discuss rumors. The Denver Post has offered a $10,000 annual editorial post in Denver, while Bryan contemplates returning to the editorial tripod to lead a campaign. The report notes the offer and Bryan's response from Lincoln Nebraska.
Wheeler of UC San Francisco describes the British Union in San Francisco as the strongest existing organization. He praises allegiance to the crown, the rule of law, and the idea that Britain embodies freedom, while urging citizens to accept government responsibility and a broader Greater Britain alliance.
Louisville Ky November 12. After a meeting the Republican Campaign Committee released a statement by Chairman Leale Courty denying fraud charges and saying no counsel will be given to congressional candidates.
A jumbled OCR text lists names and events across various topics including a presidential claim in a Mexican firm, a Montana woman dying in New York, smuggling charges, diamond values, Daughters of the Confederacy events, several deaths and injuries, wartime claims, frost conditions, and local Galveston and Texas matters. The fragmentary items involve international finance, legal notices, and civic happenings with scattered dates and places.
The market for wheat showed a muted rebound as demand remained tepid and prices edged lower. Producers faced sluggish orders and rising competition, while milling firms signaled caution in the near term.
The speaker asserts the party’s hopeful outlook and growth in strength, praising the people’s right to govern. He notes no third ticket emerged and calls for a direct, face to face contest to reflect the entire state vote, while warning the committee cannot decide internal nominations or electoral disputes.
Returns show McKinley at 284 electoral votes to Bryan 155 with Nebraska still in doubt. If Nebraska favors McKinley the tally may rise to 197 more, prompting debate that this would not be the largest presidential plurality in U.S. history despite circulating impressions.
J Camp chairman of the State democratic central committee returned from Nicage after a conference with Nations Committee chairman Jones. He said there was talk of reorganization but no plans or actions discussed for future campaigns.
In Schuylkill County Pennsylvania George K Maher on Republican ticket defeated John W. Fiowin by about 1800 in the tenth district election. The district includes the mining region and the county produced the state’s largest mine worker population and the entire Republican county ticket won. McKinley scored a 500 majority.
Reportedly a new coal mine is to be opened and operated within a few miles of Univet Texas with a partner of proven coal experience. The venture is described as imminent and backed by a gentleman with prior mining and business expertise.
Report notes a violent street confrontation in November near Paris Texas between local men Segrees Lacd Ax Rasor and Amos Mivston Bille. The exchange, described as a bloody battle, drew attention to ongoing animosities. No clear resolution recorded.
Suburban subscribers go on strike in San Antonio Texas as six nonunion workers remain on duty. calls to police and mayor offices disrupted while merchants advertise taking telephone orders until strike ends. A city meeting at the Bravos House adopts a resolution supporting the workers demand as just and reasonable.
In Galveston on November 12 representatives of the local Electrical Workers Union report a walkout by some members. President Richardson calls the strike unconstitutional while Acting President Rawlings postpones actions after a telegram allegedly from Tripp urged stoppage. A union vote reportedly approved the strike unanimously before a later reversal. The telephone exchange manager notes twelve men who left Saturday paused due to dissatisfaction, and the company says it is not heavily affected.
Nashville officials report the arrest of T. P. Brady on a federal warrant connected to a bank fraud scheme at the Wiret National Bank. The firm Connor & Brady faced an assignment after W. T. Lea, a bookkeeper, disappeared last July, with investigators finding over $66,000 in false entries over five years and a missing $14,000 net to the bank. Brady admitted wrongdoing, alleging he deposited funds into the firm’s account while authorities seek reimbursement via bond actions and an overdraft note of $28,714.72 at First National Bank.
The National Salt Company, which controls about 95 percent of U S salt output, raised the price of common salt of fair quality to 2 00 per 100 pounds from 1 10, effective soon. The move could influence the remaining 5 percent of production and broader markets.
Daily report notes no shift in the Houston telephone workers strike as management awaits authority figures to act. Officials at the airship headquarters announce likely cancellation measures may begin soon, with ticket sales to progress.
A fragmented Washington bulletin lists multiple items from Alglera to New York. Notable mentions include Secretary of Agriculture designation and court actions, plus reports of political and criminal activity across Indianapolis Memphis Cincinnati Kingston and Washington with references to historical figures and events.
The Tribune reports Boer fighters, hard pressed and outgunned, rely on guerrilla tactics with farms serving as supply depots. Milner signals harsh measures to isolate rebels, while British strategy shifts to punitive actions as the war nears its final stage after The Hague peace talks.
A fragmented Texas roundup notes multiple towns with brief, uneven mentions. Events include a fatal shooting in Naples linked to a game incident, a death in Vaktstall, a superintendent move in Monterey, a Bartley hold up report in Ennis, a September storm injury near Navasota, and a sensational prison sentence in McKinney.
Sheriff Freeman says Preston Porter and two sons, held in Denver, are suspected in the Louise Froat murder. He plans to take Porter to Lincoln county while fearing a lynching on arrival. Porter’s father and brother are to be released.
Advertisement touts PAZO OINTMENT for piles with a money back guarantee if it fails. Claims include relief from bleeding protruding or swollen piles and urges use by druggists with a 10 cent price.
An old advertisement promises a same day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It guarantees a refund if the product fails to cure and includes Grove’s testimonial signature. The price is 35e.
The advertisement claims Valerio-Phospnate vimineg from Grove's is a superior remedy for all forms of malaria compared to ordinary bulphate of quinine. It promises a refund if the customer is not pleased, mentioning Imieblets 256.
Fragmentary telegrams from New York to Norfolk discuss meeting Jeffries and arranging a meeting at the Grand Opera. References to Robert Fitesimmona Norton 4 Pavers and a desire to advance arrangements for the upcoming theatrical season.
The Post reports vessel movements with arrivals and sailings from diverse ports including Havana, Rotterdam, and Liverpool. It notes Bend County reform measures and counts of local officials, with reference to McKinley and U.S. political context, mentioning Bishop Traber and imperialism concerns.
Fragmentary text notes adjustments to a national convention in Milwaukee. Mentions dates around July 18 and a week ending early in the month, with references to next year and proteutive events.
A fragmented note references Senator Davis and a voting action in St Paul Minnesota. It mentions So By via ton chongu and a wartime context. Details are unclear but imply a political event or endorsement connected to Senator Davis.
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