Storm Devastation From Gulf Hurricane Rips Texas Coast
Reports from Houston Galveston and Texas City describe a severe Gulf hurricane hitting Texas coast with widespread destruction. Fatalities and missing persons mount as refugees flee by train and bus. miles of coast endure billions in damage. Military and state aid mobilize for relief while weather centers track the storm’s path and impact on Galveston Houston and surrounding towns.
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Houston
Tex
Hove
Galveston
Oa Wai
Causeway
Staban
Dewad
Dallas
Texas
Austin
Texan
Gilveston
Hilsitant General's Department
Perguson
Iisutiat General
Thorney
Taylor
Oro Nom
Yerey Nore
Babe
Walveston
Houston Post
Texas City
Gulf Coast
Temple
Houston Chronicle
al Montgomery
Nowe
Buseway
Piestay
Thestimi
Phe
Clear Creek
Dickinson
Virginia Point
Lamarque
Galvemton
Chrnuinlyalae
Tesay Cl
Thompson Hulding
Texus City
Guldiers
Seabrook
Montgomery
Galveston Flood Toll Reaches Wide Extent
Aug 18 reports from Waco and San Antonio detail widespread disaster across Galveston and Texas coast. Eight bodies washed ashore, several towns damaged, martial law in Houston area, and property losses expected to exceed past floods. Military and relief efforts mobilized, with rail bridges washed away and communications disrupted.
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Galveston
Cortexpon
Toweh
Texas City
Galveston Bay
Texas
Viviliang
la Porte
Morgan's Point
Bylyan Beach
Houston
Seabrook
Kemah
Houstor
Galvestor
Galveston Island
E. V. Rhondey
Oklahoma City Families Travel to Galveston
Oklahoma City residents head to Galveston for summer with relatives and friends. Parents of Jane Duns and Margery Harrie join kin who plan a brief stay near the city. notes mention local officials and a factory worker travel for the season.
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Seete
Histon
Mat
Anite
Adel
Bert
Margery
Harrherthy Oottoy Company
Hinlyeston
Recount of 1900 Flood Disaster at Williams Institute Site
A fragmented, old newspaper account describes a flood in 1900 with waters rising several feet in a town after a hurricane. It mentions the Williams Institute site and an evacuation, noting the gulf winds and severe rain. The text references a continuation on another page and several unnamed individuals.
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Cinivestou
Gulf
Omar
Enommitien
Uae
Weather Alert Across Weaseliveton and Leiahh
A weather report warns residents in Weaseliveton and Leiahh of a developing heat event. Officials urge caution as temperatures rise and alert systems spread warnings to the public.
Turbulent World War II Dispatches From London and Onset of Allied Plans
A long, fragmented report reviews European war developments with references to leaders like Mary, Woodward, and Mayon, covering battles, rail and air movements, and strategic positions across Europe and the Middle East. It notes Allied and German forces, naval and air operations, and potential shifts in command.
Central Texas Cotton Tax Debate and Millage Question
The preserved text discusses disputes over cotton taxes and a millage proposal in Central Texas. It mentions a cost impact, local mill operations, and political figures debating potential tax rates and funding sources for cotton-related industries and public services.
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Moore
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J Wiel
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Woodward Salt
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Reibel
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Merrett Timieps
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