09 Feb 1921
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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1921
Page
1
A labor dispute reports Employers pressuring carriers to meet terms set by the board as unions contest proposed rules. Key figures include union leaders and railroad executives debating work hours pay and standard conditions amid mounting tensions within the industry.
A garbled report notes an election case in Massachusetts alleging false returns. Names and details are unclear but reference to a mayor and official actions suggest a contested count and potential charges against involved judges.
A blast near apartment blocks early Tuesday morning caused panic among residents. Witnesses describe a crowd fleeing as authorities cordoned off the area while firefighters investigated the scene for potential hazards.
Brindell found guilty on extortion. court details outline 10 year terms and statements by officials. Prosecution tied to labor and plumber associations. multiple indictments flagged as proceeding in Supreme Court setting.
A coroner jury opened Tuesday inquiry into a school tragedy at Lawrenceville. The event led to multiple fatalities and injuries among students and staff, with investigators examining immediate causes and surrounding circumstances.
A 19th century snapshot details Houston discussions on wool storage, rail access, and bonded warehousing. Officials from the Chamber of Commerce and local committees debate site selections, contract terms, and funding, with figures citing millions of pounds of wool and potential revenue for western states. The article notes proposed warehouse No. 4 and a multi-year lease, alongside considerations of price trends and rail logistics.
A bank in Borrne Texas was robbed of ten thousand dollars in bonds on a February morning. Witnesses describe two bandits forcing the cashier to open the vault, securing the bonds and escaping in a waiting car toward the Liberty border. Security guards fired shots as the suspects fled, while investigators traced the crime to an organized gang.
The government hears a request to pardon Sorivner and orders a broad investigation. Officials note a grand jury session discussed potential evidence, while prosecutors seek to ensure due process and transparency amid allegations tied to a late robbery incident.
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