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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1900
Page
5
Fragmentary railway notice shows times 8.55 a m and 10.18 p.m for an express service through Det carry through cars for Pallas pang at Houston via the Gentral A Hy.
The Texas railroad commission announces a hearing on October 9, 1900 in Austin to consider a new lumber transport tariff for Trinity and Sabine branch to Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe routes. The order revises class rates and cancels exceptions 43 to 46 with new scale across multiple connections. The ruling takes effect September 24, 1900.
The Galveston census bureau under M H Royston details house to house surveys to tally living and dead, property losses, and relief needs. It explains schedules request names only if certain, with a three day deadline for relief committee statements and notes John Sealy's $500 donations to each relief recipient.
An old advertisement extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a century long remedy for female ills. It boasts a million women restored to health and promises genuine testimonials from readers across the United States.
Two letters from women recount relief from monthly suffering, backache, dizziness, and leucorrhea after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Miss Julie Saul of Dover Michigan reports dramatic improvement and calls the medicine a blessing. Miss Rosa Helden of Canton Ohio says she began to recover after the first bottle and now recommends the remedy in strong terms.
Mr Sealy has worked tirelessly toward the restoration of the city and deserves credit for his efforts. Hutchings Sealy Co benefitted, offering 1000 to each married man as part of the drive.
The Central Texas and Northwestern railway filed its annual report showing gross earnings of 121,081.49 and operating expenses of 62,024 with income from operation of 59,056 for the year ending June 30. For 1909 gross earnings were 84,0045 with operating expenses 49,620 and income 98,170.82. The Fort Worth and New Orleans railway reported 280,611.59 gross earnings and 101,768.29 operating expenses, income 103,548.30 for the same period. The Trinity Valley Railroad in Waller county filed its first annual report. gross earnings 8,215.11 and operating expenses 7,988.63.
Bishop Gallagher cites property damages across Galveston and surrounding areas. In city: St Marys Cathedral 6000. St Joes Church 14000. St Patricks 65000. Sacred Heart 65000. Holy Rosary 9500. St Marys Orphan Home 45009. St Marys (other) 80000. Ursuline and Sacred Heart convents damaged 93500. other church losses 50000. Outside city total 201900. Damaged buildings to be repaired promptly. Train service to Galveston resumes after line closure. tickets to Galveston on sale.
Mrs. Mary Vaughan of Trimble Kentucky describes severe afterbirth complications including kidney and bladder trouble and a painful, stiff back. After eight months bedridden she followed Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Liver Pills and Wash and regained ability to do housework. She credits the remedy with saving her life and hopes others benefit.
Notice states train service may resume September 22 with irregular service. Passengers bound for Galveston should be advised when purchasing tickets. Sleeping car linen and Galveston out items will be restored. L. J. Parks G. P. B. T. A. and F. B. Moras P. T. M.
The Galveston Texas board of health met but filed little business. Dr Truehart reported demand declines at dispensaries and hospitals while the New York Journal hospital staff planned to elope. Thirty seven out door patients and five in hospital were treated. four to Houston. another report claimed different daily totals. The board adjourned indefinitely by motion of Dr A J Smith.
Regular fare will be charged for the Galveston trip as the city is not in condition to entertain visitors. No excursion tickets will be paid to Galveston via any line on Sunday September 23. Regular rates and schedules apply.
The Beaumont department met to purchase an steam Arc engine and raise funds from property owners and business owners. A council member said the city will appropriate funds after canvassing donors. Karl Wilson of New York, a former Beaumont resident, discussed erecting several modern flats on Main Post and supporting the city’s future growth.
A letter from Mary A Stahl of Watsontown Pa credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with resolving uterine tumors and profuse monthly flow after four tumors formed in two years. She states doctors offered operation and morphine but the remedy restored health and strength.
Workers from Deattwone Lumber Company will attend a planned health therapy event tomorrow afternoon. The gathering aims to address concerns among staff and is expected to attract significant attendance.
New York dispatch lists patrons and guests at various New York hotels including Choburne H Gana J Conn and Co Harris and others from Texas and Holland. Names cited include A Hawley Arbitt Mrs W Fliffen Miss G Fliffen and several Dentons and Hawleys with affiliations to Galveston and Holland. The item presents a society note of travelers and residents visiting from Texas and Europe.
Waco Texas September 21 Clinton J Seva sues the Missouri Kansan and Texan Railroad Co for damages. The petition alleges the plaintiff sustained injuries and property damage while riding from Hillsboro to Waco when a door furnished by the railroad company struck him as he passed through a car door.
In Paloninw Texas the Palestine event promoters announced an upcoming rodeo set for October 16 17 18 with yesterday’s afternoon rehearsals and arrangements completed. Numerous prizes were offered for the races and the show will be staged in East Texas.
Frank Jolay, a young single fan, had his arm completely severed below the elbow this morning around 9 30 at a gin saw in Huron, seven miles northwest of Whitsey, Texas.
An advertisement extols Dr Harter's Iron Tonic as a cure for sleeplessness weakened nerves and disturbed digestion. It claims to purify blood, boost vitality, regulate digestion, and restore sleep, with testimonials from state officials and a Dallas reader praising its effects and urging others to try it.
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