24 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1921
Page
1
The article reports mass clemency with ex soldiers pardoned by the President during Yuletide. It notes clemency actions for multiple individuals, detailing judicial outcomes and various sentences across cases, including commutations and released prisoners.
The fragmentary notice mentions Marse Henry resting today from his labors in Tackoonville Wisconsin December with unclear details. Other unreadable lines reference a seminar and timing events but no clear actions or persons beyond the faded names.
A troubled government plan to resume food shipments faces delays as officials debate funding. The administration signals a temporary halt while evaluating support measures and potential aid partners. The issue centers on import contracts and national food relief commitments amid economic strain.
A diamond importer in New York requests a reduced tariff on precious stones amid broader tariff debates. The article notes calls by furriers and other industry groups for lower duties on imported film and related goods, highlighting concerns over protection and international trade impacts.
A Friday afternoon hotel assault at a West 63rd Street establishment ends with a male bandit dead and a female victim injured. Police report a masked intruder entered a room, tied and bound occupants, then fled as officers arrived after alarms. The wounded woman, identified as Marie Ochleger, is hospitalized. Investigators recover a revolver and assess the suspect’s motive as robbery.
The report states a church was found guilty and given a penalty amid unclear text. It mentions a 16 vote and references areas and officials, with details obscured by damaged OCR.
Sparse readable text notes a delayed cold wave affecting Houston and the southern states. It mentions a “East Tests” area and west regions with weather portions, hinting at frigid conditions, wind effects, and possible nighttime lows.
A powerful tornado ripped through Clarks late Thursday causing widespread damage and injuring many residents. Emergency responders in Detherville and nearby towns report collapsed structures, downed power lines, and search efforts ongoing as residents assess losses. Authorities urge caution and note several injuries remain hospitalized.
Local sheriff pursued a man believed to be O Connor Lanetated Pe, following a reported sighting near Port Wyeth. The chase extended to a remote area as officers worked to verify the suspect’s identity and location.
Two youths were found dead in Corpus Christi Bay. Authorities identified the victims and opened an investigation into the deaths. The incident prompted a safety alert for local maritime activities.
Report summarizes that four power treaty disputes have been declared of no importance while delegates report satisfaction with progress. The dialogue covers submarine threat, allied guarantees, and ongoing negotiations with focus on the Paris session and potential changes in the treaty framework.
A ceremony and festive events are planned in Texas to support Confederate women and veterans. The program includes poems, speeches, and a Christmas pageant with community volunteers.
Fragmented readable portions describe a planned meeting or session regarding a pact. The text mentions planning for an evening gathering and potential discussions, with references to timelines and various participants. Names and places are obscured, but the broad scene centers on political deliberations and possible adjournment actions.
The report outlines witness questions and attorney statements in a murder case in Oklahoma. It mentions defendants, alleged acts, and the trial context, with discussion of testimonies and procedural steps.
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