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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1901
Page
5
A damaged OCR excerpt lists railroad routes from Houston via the M. Ay, & Z., and to Galveston with departure and arrival times. It mentions the Galveston and Grand Central lines, daily and Sunday runs, and notes variations in travel times and station stops.
The Texas Railroad Commission issues multiple rulings affecting cotton rates and minimum weights for boots and shoes. New exceptions to Western Classification set weights for footwear and freight, with effective dates in October. The notice also announces a public hearing in Austin on October 15 to review cotton and cotton products tariffs for routes from Houston Galveston and other Texas points.
The freight agents from Gulf Bean Mont and Genoa City railread examined the railway union outcome after attending a hearing in Asiatin. They represent the railroad and Jasper shippers, and both express satisfaction with the result of the hearing.
A Times-Democrat report from New Orleans describes talks on extending the International and Great Northern Railroad from Spring to Beaumont Texas about eighty miles. Lumber firms in Orange Texas and local industry leaders push for rapid progress, citing expected feeder lines and strong demand for ties and coal aid.
The International and Great Northern Railroad announces a company wide shutdown during President McKinley’s funeral in Canton Ohio. Offices and shops close from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday September 15, with trains halted for ten minutes at stations for engine testing and passengers urged to plan accordingly. Local agent J M Muellin confirms the order and details.
J W Parker was appointed general freight agent of the Orange and Northwestern railroad at a directors meeting in Orange Texas. He starts October 1 and was previously with the Southern Pacific freight office in Beaumont. The Orange and Northwestern construction is moving north of the Southern Pacific main line as guards are removed at the crossing. Guests G R Wansbrough of Beaumont and L P Scarborough of Jasper stayed at the Hutchins house.
A reader from Neenah Wisconsin endorses Peruna, claiming it cured his kidney catarrh after two years of pain and inability to work. The letter cites rapid improvement after several bottles and praises Dr Hartman and the Neemal Young Men's Club.
The Sunset Limited service revival is discussed with schedule hints and the impact on Southeast to California travel. Texans at Smithville see changes as T S McDowell is replaced by J B Dartewon as train master of Houston and San Antonio divisions, with George Di Cleckley as assistant. The Memphis Central lines publish a new timetable advancing the railroad’s public info efforts.
The freight department of the Southern Pacific posted new rates yesterday per pound for shovels and spades, excluding some items. Rates include 61.09 per 1 pound on models and spades, with adjustments for shipments from Pennsylvania to Houston, Galveston and some inland stations. Also listed are 1) pounds on envelopes in certain corridors from West Carrollton and Obie to various points.
Fort Worth reports word that J. T Clemetta a freight agent faces legal action in a Katy case. The telegrams hint at a judgment against the Missouri Pacific and a related dispute involving Sherman.
A personal injury claim against Parese and the Texas Railway Company lists S000 as the case amount. The notice outlines potential liability and required filings for the involved parties.
A chaotic report describes transport policy tensions and wage disputes affecting rail yards. It mentions enforcement efforts at Kankakee and potential expansion of track capacity, with various corporate and union actors cited. The piece covers negotiations among Croton Founders, Tennesson lines, and the Southern railway, plus remarks on fare changes and port agreements. It also notes church and community acknowledgments amid broader industrial disruption.
A string of officials and commercial agents made extensive railside rounds across the country. Mr. Oils Tower and Percy WL Mor led missions involving the Poniralay Flousion and Lookatio Narhiville. Meetings centered on rail infrastructure, logistics, and regional headquarters in Arlhyilie and Moueton.
A petition filed in the Forty-ninth district court seeks an injunction to restrain County Attorney S. Baltimore from prosecuting Bust Portam Til Thompson and Clarence Pree on charges of embezzlement and extortion. The petition claims collusion between petitioners and the county attorney and alleges misrepresentations in filings. Findings were set for this afternoon and the matter was placed under admission.
Brazos Presbytery Calvert Texas met September 14 with Rev M Tenner of Houston preaching. Minutes read approved and executive missions committee report adopted after discussion. A plan to plant dependent churches was shelved for spring greetings. A gospel tent purchase authorized for outreach among weathered fields. Memorials on Rev Joe Byars and Rev J B Greenies noted.
The jury found Boke Durdette guilty of murder after a trial day in Reeviii. Claude Burdette faces a similar charge with the state likely to seek a different outcome. Walter Sadden's case for killing Neal Ren was dismissed by the State’s attorney, citing lack of prospects for conviction.
A new company of the Texas Guard has been organized at Wills Point Wille Palot Texas on September 14 with forty enlisted men. Officers elected include A. B. Swank captain Charles Carleton first lieutenant James Barris second lieutenant. The adjutant general will visit soon to complete the organization.
A fragmentary notice honors a former Houston teacher in Osceola. It mentions September and a resignation, with references to Mira, Denolscour, and Silverton related to a school board action and a principal’s status.
In Denton Texas on September 18 Je Wheeler was struck by a lightning bolt that tore his clothes, cut his hand, and pierced his body from top to bottom. He endured the electrical shock with no permanent injuries.
Memorial services for the president prompted postponement of the excursion planned from Victoria to New York and Western Texas. The trip date moved from September to September 2 due to the memorial observances.
A fragmented historical note discusses infant feeding needs and milk quality. The text mentions Eagle Bread Condensed Milk and a vague reference to reform or packaging, with garbled phrases suggesting a focus on suitability for growing children and proper nutrition. The readable elements suggest a product tied to infant nutrition and evolving dietary requirements.
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