13 Apr 1911
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1911
Page
1
In Hougton Texas on April 15 Mayor Rice accepted the resignation of Chief Taswegay and announced successor Duff Vows. He then discharged thirteen members of the police force, signaling further dramatic government changes are expected in the city.
Reports from San Angelo Texas say Wadero and party will start toward Peage tomorrow for a mission. Conflicts in Be City of Mexico cause the delay as leaders push ahead with plans amid ongoing talks. In France, riots resume near Epernay as crowds clash with troops, with wine cellars burned.
Local Beyan Commercial Club members consider a county wide public holiday celebration on the fourth of July aimed at benefiting Bryan and all Brazos county residents. The event would be free of political meetings or party agendas with an emphasis on community harmony and social enjoyment. A board vote at the next Tuesday meeting will determine whether to proceed in line with the public will.
In Mountog Texas on April Gift the local churches consider withdrawing support from the YMCA after the cancellation of Dr Len G Brovalston from Atlanta Georgia who was to speak on prohibition. The issue prompts leaders to discuss at the upcoming pastors meeting.
A severe late afternoon storm swept Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas, killing several and leaving hundreds homeless. The cyclone crossed Powhattan, Whitin, Mayville, and other towns, with Meeker and Plummeraville among the hardest hit, killing at least three in Plummeraville and four in Big Heart, while Meeker, Checotaty, and nearby villages faced extensive damage. Scores injured, many homes destroyed, crops damaged, and thousands displaced across the four-state path.
Ananciated Pron 1 Holton from Tease reports the Baptist Sunokt School convention opens tonight with three dozen delegates attending. It marks the first such gathering in many years and follows a long interest in the Baptist education movement.
J Ht Wilet of the Stentor Compas, a cotton firm, was sentenced in federal court to seven years in the penitentiary and 1000 fine for fraudulent use of cotton bills of lading. Breele and C.H. Lindes of the same firm were each sentenced to five years in the penitentiary and 10000 fine for their roles in the scheme.
From Oklahoma City AP report April 1 details a deadly event at Big Heart. Victims named are Anna Taylor Jeanie Brown Frank Kerne and Fred Hammond with many injured. Homes were damaged several by collapse and a baby died near Cheeatah. Town of Tattarly wrecked.
By Anscombe Pram Dallas April 18 The Ways and Means Committee met at her brother's home near there and reported favorably bills. The deceased left 25 000 in property and was 44 years old. The Associated Press notes these details amid a partial transcription of the event.
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