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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1900
Page
6
The Houston Post praises Galveston residents for resilience after the disaster. It argues Houston should compete with Galveston in rebuilding South Texas, noting shared strengths like shipping, railways, and a determined populace. It emphasizes continued hope and civic unity.
The Pennsylvania coal regions face a potential nationwide strike as operators resist conciliation. The Philadelphia North American warns that prolonged shutdowns could devastate thousands of workers and families and trigger broader economic and social turmoil, with higher coal prices and possible violence.
A New York Post dispatch misstates war department plans for Galveston Island repairs and a Houston channel. Officials say actual channel width and depth differ from the report, with Congress and department funding pending and no authority for unapproved dredging.
Washington August 15. In the adjutant general office a list of officers of the Thirty third Infantry was filed naming Lieut W L Lowe of Galveston for special mention. The report notes his captaincy of the guard during the rescue of Lieut Gillmore and his conduct in action on December 4 on the Teading mountain ridge.
In a harsh critique, the article argues that the so called McKinley prosperity has raised living costs and kept miners in poverty. It claims miners face 60 percent rent burdens while average pay sits around 26 dollars monthly and coal prices rise despite wage stagnation. It condemns capitalists for refusing wage talks and warns of national regression if the stance continues.
The article critiques U S imperial policy in the Philippines and Cuba while noting rising agricultural populations in the South and impending disaster impacts from Galveston. It argues for nonpartisan scrutiny of McKinleyism and criticizes colonial governance in Puerto Rico and structural political manipulation.
A hotel guest in lower Broadway is dragged into a long haircut and shave at a barber who warns him of thinning hair and uses novelty products. The exchange turns into a comic tale of grooming, advice, and a request to save two bottles behind the duck.
Alvin Texas reports severe storm damage with widespread wreckage across the city. Mayor R H King returns from Galveston to lead relief efforts as schools churches and businesses are destroyed. Estimated property losses in Alvin reach $900000 with many homeless and farms hard hit. Thirteen deaths recorded including Mrs J Ticks from lumber incident. Relief committees appeal nationally for aid and Houston supplies arrive insufficient. Alvin to serve as distribution point for aid to thousands. many injured but God recover.
The Post invites subscriptions to a Houston relief fund with public acknowledgments. Contributions totaling 817.25 are listed from Orange Relief Committee, Poole Bros, Merchant & Co, Cashoo Saengerbund, Henry Fisher, Jno McVoy, Clede & Koenig, R H Lane, Chas Schultz, Lewyn, Hempstead, and others.
Report notes a drowned man found at Cedar Point wearing laborer clothes. The search reveals extensive wreckage and animal losses along Trinity bay as authorities seek to identify the deceased and recover belongings tied to Patrick Foley and others. The scene underscores human tragedy amid widespread debris.
Galveston, Texas September 14 shows a mixed picture after the storm. Neighbors reconcile, aid flows in, and many rebuild efforts begin as government and railroads mobilize. Yet smoke and ruin haunt the city as survivors search for safety, shelter, and help.
A reader from Velasco reports severe cyclone damage in Brazoria county with hundreds lacking food and shelter in Velasco Ankleton and surrounding areas. He praises local generosity but warns more aid is needed as rain threatens to worsen conditions and delay recovery. Rice Massy.
In Richmond on September 1 residents scramble to repair homes for occupancy as the electric plant refuses to fix. Wires are rolled, and plans halted while merchants shift goods. Telegraph and telephone firms rush line repairs as fast as possible despite delays.
Neighborhood in Piney Point affected by late storm narri, most homes damaged. a widow and her family face hardship, with others in need of assistance. The note calls for support from readers and local aid.
Walker, chairman of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe board, expressed confidence that Galveston will recover quickly from hurricane damage. He argued the port has inherent strengths and that business will resume near normal levels within months, despite the setback.
At Wallinsville Texas on September 10 a severe storm flooded streets four feet deep in places forcing residents to seek higher ground. The Cummings & Co large mill suffered extensive damage with losses around 9000 dollars. J J Mayes reports cattle losses in the pasture opposite the town. The river has since receded.
A fragile, archaic account describes the storm that battered the large Bell steamer Comine, its iron plating, and crew actions. It chronicles hull breaches, plank and beam damage, and the ship’s struggle to endure wind, rain, and high seas, with specific timings and observed effects on the vessel and wharf.
A fragile, misspelled message from Arcola Texas appeals for publication of sympathy to the American people after a national disaster. The letter expresses shared sorrow and gratitude toward France and the Pope, noting wounded and displaced citizens and requesting prayers and support.
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