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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1902
Page
2
Shower showers and weather notes lead a concise news page. The report mentions a train trip from Wheeling to Clovimatt, Roosevelt's address in Wheeling, end of New England coast maneuvers, the Chicago Paris suicide case, Farrell's Blues winning a prize, and various horse racing results plus market trends and frost risks affecting crops.
Secretary Shaw says no bonds will be issued for the Manatio canal as he believes they cannot be adequately funded. He explains the president will visit Texas if in good health and will not travel to Colorado.
The article notes Boer Generals Corbin Youngs and Ward were received by Emperor William with a reportedly impressive ceremony. It mentions Mr Fitch and tensions over Singapore, but claims no international crisis. Noel Talbot of Chicago alleges distortions and tensions in South Africa, while the Cuban congress undergoes some disruptions. The Maristiane Law War evacuation remains undetermined by the French government.
Texas county politics feature Gilesple winning a congressional race while Garner bests Scott in a split debate. Three Republican delegations named from Galveston County. Weather warns a cold wave and electrical disturbances. Train collision near Atlanta kills farmer Perdue. Mrs Blepert dies in a house fire. Rabies outbreak hits Natow area. Bishop Gallagher returns from Rome. Galveston seawall contract tied up. Galveston County oil well at 1600 feet. Recruitment stations report many Texas youths enlisted.
The probate court issued several orders on cotate matters. The commissioners court approved a new toe bridge location and announced public advertisement. The Virgil Mary society hosts a Feast of Tormacinate Conception event with Herd's band. Police pledge strict enforcement of a cocaine ordinance. The Watou Clear Stores company registered $125,000 capital. Local schools accepted by the building committee of the board of school trustees.
A fragmentary early 20th century ad copy describes catarrh causing morning congestion and taste and breath issues. It markets a treatment mix of nostrible cures, then touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as soothing membranes and “clearing” the system, claiming relief and cure.
Frank Warrell's Blues won the Century Stakes at Sheepshead Bay in an easy finish. Bonnicovert Ge and Major Daingerfeld battled for place while Irish Bet and Aceful trailed. A fatal fall killed Darknen IV. two jockeys injured. Also unaffiliated report from Chattanooga notes an arrest warrant dispute involving a judge and court, plus a separate Tennessee case.
Americans griping over a rough game consider the Bankers favored as the two teams clash for gate receipts. The Bankers enter with a regular lineup while Americana fields a similarly steady squad, aiming to rebound from earlier losses.
Philadelphia and Boston sections report on autumn games with Merson and Ryan, Mayhew and Lathover, and White and Doom in key matchups. Atlanta closed its season at home amid uneven play, while New Orleans and Chattanooga show varied results. Details reference several players and dates, reflecting a bustling fall schedule.
Fragmented text lists names and places such as Oak Park and Carrigan with scattered sports references. The legible items include partial mentions of teams, individuals, and a few locations, but no clear events, dates, scores, or outcomes to summarize into a coherent report.
The readable fragments mention Welet Li a an aie Val Verde Mud ein on een Mdonred otates and a reference to a Challenge to the Americans with The Yankers, noting defeats.
Readable fragments show San Antonio hosting a three game series with San Antonio winning 12 to 0 at Ban ro park and another score at Corpu friati. Details are unclear due to OCR garble but indicate outcome for the Diplers fourth test in early September.
A ragged lineup is assembled for Beaumant as Everhardt and Atson start on the mound for locals. Beaumant, Watton, and Geerhardt are among pitchers and position players named while a large delegation from Beaumant eyes the big crowd. The game features strong hitters from the Bankers and mentions Jimmy Murray with the Chicago Nations League, and Edmundson with Donaldsonville.
The championship of the United States rifle shooting was won by George W. Gook of the First Ward, District of Columbia. The event, held in Soagirt, New Jersey, drew a large, attentive audience and marked a notably strong level of competition among participants.
On Monday the store will open to let boys and guardians inspect the finest clothing displays in Houston. Garments highlight sturdy fabrics and skilled tailoring, emphasizing correct juvenile dress and style.
A Cleveland report from September 6 covers Ohio campaign openings where speaker Tom L. Juuen attacks the Republican Party over property taxation and state corruption. He accuses regime allies of weakening reforms and urges voters to oppose current tax policies and governance. The piece notes campaign venues, audience size around 3500, and calls for constitutional reforms to curb influence from party lenders and state officials.
Major General MacArthur praises Army leaders for excellent execution of maneuvers. He notes satisfaction with the command’s work and commends officers and soldiers for their earnestness and discipline during the exercise. The message reflects high morale and appreciation from headquarters.
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