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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1902
Page
3
Investigations at Harlem and Hawthorne race tracks focus on betting rings and jockeys amid suspicions of widespread irregularities. Bookmakers and track owners are under scrutiny as authorities seek proof of rigged outcomes and crooked activity across racing circuits.
An aging legend of the Kentucky grand circuit seeks a sensational season finale by breeding his trotting mare Duchess to Oakland Baron after a debt arrangement with Turney. The exchange leads to a promised pick of a mile for the foal, amid a string of horse racing results and court actions in Memphis and Chattanooga.
Buffalo earns a spot in the second round of a broad all-round competition setting up a high stakes shootout. Details remain sparse as organizers confirm the venue and exact matchups for the next phase.
Rothesay Scotland September interview with Reuters rep Sir Thomas Lingen indicates a renewed attempt to challenge the New York Yacht Club for the America’s Cup using a two boat effort if Britain’s craftsmen can meet conditions. He dismisses rumors of a broken hull and says stories of his men’s boat failure are false.
Gonder and Reptextwr X-Pedlar Patmar defeated George Dizon in a controversial match at the National Athtone event for a $400 prize and other rewards.
A series of prank calls disrupted Central Fire Station events. At 10 30 yesterday, Box 42 alarm from Elsons Livery Stable was determined accidental. A later call about a Bread Buith Stripe misled crews near McKinoney Avenue, with investigations naming a local prankster.
A garbled notice from W.Va. honors D. F. Twugherty a longtime Merer and Sumner resident. The fragment mentions neighbors and a friendly act, with unclear details about an event and attendees, including a two person contingent and some reference to a gathering or aid.
Immigrant agents John Howins and Simity Dixon returned from a sting in Athens where fruit and truck growers discussed a comprehensive plan. The factions debated autonomy versus corporate control, with resolutions to form committees to coordinate markets and exhibitions for Texas fruit and vegetable growers, aiming to reduce competition and boost state prosperity.
The infant child of Mr J K Holland of Trinity Texas died Sunday night. The remains were taken to Trinity for interment yesterday according to the report.
The Oret term of the new Federal court for the Southern District will be held in the Mason building with rented space for a courtroom and offices beginning Monday September 22. A number of cases have already been moved from the Galyeatag TM pivision and the term will run about four weeks.
Advertisements narrate two testimonials from Indiana and Virginia readers claiming asthma cures after using Sohnmann's remedy. One expresses relief after 33 years of suffering and renewed ability to work. the other notes a child formerly unable to breathe and bedbound, now aided by the treatment. Sold by druggists for 5 cents and 1.00.
The column surveys widespread strikes and labor actions from San Francisco to Montreal and beyond. It notes streetcar, electrical workers, and machinists walking out, union efforts in Canada, wage demands, and pending arbitration or government responses, with key mentions of unions, cities, and firms across the globe.
Reports from Sayville and Duluth describe widespread labor action as oyster and other unions push for higher pay. Strikes affect New York Philadelphia Oakdale Duluth and railroads with talks of general action spreading to the Northwest and beyond.
The Dowling camp meeting elected a slate of officers led by commander Dick Dowling. Other officers include J. M. Smen as vice commander and Willem Postids as officer of the day, with several named members filling secretary and chaplain roles.
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