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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1901
Page
7
The Texas House considers a Senate bill and amendments on funding for Prairie View normal and related education programs. Key speakers including Cole, Henderson, Grisham, and Walker argued for and against appropriations and building projects, with votes and reports due by September 21 as lawmakers weigh state revenue and bank custody issues.
The Senate planned sessions with a morning hour and a 1 o clock vote to consider a resolution for aiding the Austrian people. The House debated timing and proposed allowing members to retain seats as churches requested continued use of the hall.
Denton Texas September 18 The North Texas State Normal College opened its first term this morning with no attendance of nearly 00 students.
A Texas committee reports alleged misuse of clerks salaries by campaign fund payments to department heads. The document cites deductions, debt payments, and notes given to cover campaign costs, with a list of named clerks and amounts paid or owed as part of an inquiry into improprieties and requests for official action.
Legislators invited by Senator Alor Elpacomt toured Prairie View normal and expressed strong approval of how the institution is run. They praised conditions and pledged to work on funding, repairs, and necessary equipment while noting support from representatives in Denton and surrounding counties.
Fragmented OCR notes reference a government action or pledge in a city, with unclear names and dates. The readable fragments mention signed items, possibly legal or ceremonial, and implied driving or steering phrases. Further context needed for precise facts.
In San Antonio on September 18 a meeting of bakers and confectioners organized a state association with officers including president Janis Biller of San Antonio, secretary Fred Pfeiffer of Rio An tone, and executive committee members from Houston and Fort Worth. Fort Worth chosen as next meeting place with sessions to be held in March.
At Davin north of Ardmore John Jones, a Black man, allegedly plotted to exterminate a man named Fulcher. Jones supposedly went to Fulcher's home and shot Fulcher in the head, then attacked Fulcher's wife dragging her from bed. Jones reportedly struck a man named Luendy and fled as officers pursue.
A physician announces free sample packages of Lehlimane's Asthma Cure today at Kiesling's Drug Store, 022 Male Street, promising immediate relief for attacks and a permanent cure. Skeptics are invited to try the remedy at no cost to determine effectiveness within two minutes.
Plaintiffs allege defendent libeled and prosecuted them in a case tied to a Tividestiment company seeking 2 7 000 000 damages. The complaint references a key court filing and asserts harm from statements and publications affecting reputation and financial interests.
In Grayson County Texas September reports describe an immense swarm of black bugs invading homes and fields. Farmers fear crop damage as pests cover wheat and other plants, with alarm spreading across the region.
A historical health note argues immunity depends on natural laws and staying well. It promotes Dr Harter’s Iron Tonic as a remedy for weakness, neural pain, and run down conditions, claiming it restores strength and vigor.
Government tests compare common baking powders and rate Royal Baking Powder highest for leavening strength and consistency. Researchers note results support widespread use in home baking and commercial recipes.
Island City News items report a record pace in wheat exports from Galveston to Europe with over a million and a half bushels shipped this month and likely over three million for the season. Also noted are memorial services, municipal transfers, and infrastructure updates including Mallory Wharf nearing completion and improved loading facilities.
In Galveston on September 14 Captain Fivanes of the steamship Concho faced questions about hurricane routes and delays as barometric readings offered hurricane cues. Nearby, on September 18 Annie Welford died at age 41 at her Pontoffice Street residence, with Coroner Barry investigating the death.
The Galveston Houston Railway company bids for a new depot were all found too low, so the contract will not be awarded now. John W. Flit headed to Houston for the Texas State National Association of Spinettians convention in September. The Roma Wis steamer advanced 117 feet yesterday morning, with work halted due to a wine-related death. A wedding is noted for Cornfall and Mrs. BD Perkins.
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