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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1916
Page
16
A fragmented report details Houston area happenings, including court cases and sports results. It references community events, a county court matter, and various local sporting outcomes with names and places partially readable from OCR. The piece mixes legal notices, school and team activity, and community notes with numerous garbled phrases.
The event promotes a Pageant of Methodism to be held at the city auditorium this evening. The article mentions local figures and a public interest in religious community activities, highlighting planned performances and community involvement.
Members of the State Central Committee plan to attend the funeral of Chairman Waples. The Denison gathering is scheduled for Sunday with representatives from the party in attendance.
A mangled report portrays the Rotary Club honoring a local superintendent for service and leadership at a community gathering. The readable portions reference praise, a formal reception, and civic ties within the area, noting the event's tone and local reactions.
Former police officer dies after blood poisoning. The obituary notes his long service and passing at a local hospital, with few details available due to the damaged text.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a county docket noting women involved in murder cases more than men. The readable portions reference court, docket, and gender distribution, but lack clear names or dates. Further details are unavailable in the surviving fragment.
An article outlines an impending welfare campaign tied to fundraising efforts and allied financing plans. It mentions public support, partnership with agencies, and expected timelines for kickoff, with references to community leaders and local organizations backing the initiative.
Fragmentary text describes Scout events and mentions various names and locations with unclear actions. Readable bits point to meetings, oathes, and community involvement within a youth group setting. The exact details and outcomes are obscured by garbled OCR.
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