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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1902
Page
5
A lavish exhibit featured emerald velvet gowns and a wide array of hats and lace accents. Designers showcased elegant headpieces and intricate decorations, drawing hundreds to the venue with mannequins and vivid arrangements throughout the entrance week.
The article outlines the Teachers Institute program with sessions on county schools and grade levels on October 3 and 14, listing instructors and topics. It also mentions a new enterprise factory being built on Rouston Ent and West Texas Bulle, expected to employ fifty workers, indicating local industry growth and electricity support.
Railroaded by a gas blowout at Humble, O M Pastor reports a promising gas presence and hopeful reserves. He notes postponed drilling due to rain and poor roads but remains confident the Humble well will prove paying, with good flow indicators and favorable geology.
Postmaster Strong's September report shows a steady increase in mail volume over prior months, with a roughly two percent rise for the period. The quarterly gains highlight earnings and operational notes, including expanded carrier staffing and anticipated growth in October.
The Sweeney and Coombs Opera House hosted The Telephone Girl with a strong cast including Hans Nix played by Kane and Louie Mann as the original Musi ik. Ketetle Coocoo, played by Graty McLeod, and Samantha Fairfex actress Kendall drew laughs as Beauty Fairfax. Ruth Jordin as Pattaway and Pearla Hovare as Toot impressed in supporting roles with dancing and song numbers aiding a lively production.
The Adath Yeahuran congregation will hold New Year exercises at Turner Bell conducted by officiating rabbi L. Yas. The event includes a Friday morning sermon at 8 o clock and a Thursday night service with the Three Mass.
W A Knight shipped goods yesterday to M Franchlé, veterinarian at the State Agricultural college, for experimental use at the Peavy facility. The items relate to rapid development in infectious diseases and veterinary medicine research.
A thief entered Travis House on Trath Street and Nerve Avenue yesterday, sneaking through several rooms. Authorities estimate the loss to be a significant amount, with further investigation ongoing.
fragmentary text warns against rejecting counterfeits and urges reliance on De Witt's remedy. mentions warnings, bids, and a person named Gorali of St. 4 with unclear context. reads as a damaged public notice or advertisement regarding authenticity and medicine.
The Foley's display drew many visitors as hundreds of ladies explored the new fashion department and millinery, with ready made gowns, coats, and accessories shown in varied color schemes. Shoppers admired natural touches, animal fur accents, and the newest designs, while staff kept the crowd engaged with swift selections and fashion plates.
A German farmer Will Abendreth from Leyond Meih Wend was taken to the Houston Lightmary after exposure to a dying cow. Doctors initially suspected anthrax but within twelve hours symptoms subsided and the case was deemed not anthrax.
County Judge Vasmere requested action for three horses and mules sent to Mr. Montgomery on Sut Brrelnn Street. State veterinarian Dr. W A Knight found all three animals showing a severe glanders type. The herd reportedly shares ownership with local stockholders and will be euthanized as required by law.
Mr and Mrs James Helan Glover of Marietta Georgia announce the marriage of Mim Jane Helanlawer to James Wlemlig Van Renseelaer. The ceremony occurred at St James church in Atlanta. The groom is presented as a person of notable integrity with ties to New York society and Harriman circles.
A woman recounts how coffee worsened nervous distress and gloom, blaming it for a “breakdown” and claiming relief after switching to Postum. She notes initial skepticism, tests a package, enjoys instant relief, and gradually recovers over days. The account credits Postum with restoring health and steadiness.
A local Sons of Confederate Veterans gathering elected officers for the coming year at the Dick Dowling committee meeting held last night. Captain K Longnecker was named temporary chairman with E C Crawford as temporary secretary. Ingham B Roberts chosen commander for the year. The group, with over 1300 members, urged active campaigning and pledged a strong effort to revive Confederate heritage activities.
The Wafer family mourns Leona Margaret Wafer infant daughter of Mr and Mrs J F Wafer of TH Walther. Funeral services held yesterday in Pag Deere with burial at Leant cemetery according to local notice.
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The Houston stenographers union held a meeting at H. Swope’s office. Officers elected include E. B. De McKensie as president and Miss A. W. Stiles as vice president. Mra. Ido C. as secretary. The group discussed aims to organize and gain broader local interest.
Fragmentary note describes Grove's Black Root Liver Pills made from extract of black root. Text is unclear but asserts liver benefits and health claims.
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