The Bryan Daily Eagle on Taxation and Economy Debates
The article argues that federal and state taxation burdens will rise to cover wartime and economic costs. It criticizes delays in economy measures and calls for austerity, addressing Democrats and critics while citing inflation, imports, and European war effects on prices and public finances. It references the Baltimore pattern and Houston Post discussions on tax policy.
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Baltimore
Peery Reepec
Houston Post
Liv
Montanton
Letinlata
Mont Gackara
Chicago
Europe
Navasota Streets Compared With Ours
The piece argues NavaSota has better streets than our town and urges action to improve our own roads. It quotes McKnight on urban neglect, notes NavaSota’s sidewalks and roads are in better shape, and calls for funds to pave and repair streets alongside growing schools and churches.
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Raine
Urvan Finilore
Navasota Wat Phureday
McKnight
Irra
Nevanota
Hepa
Athine
Navasota
Inki Earos County
Plendid
More Pay For Legislative Officers
A fragmented discussion argues for higher salaries for legislative officers while criticizing wage deductions and high food costs. The piece contends government salaries influence public services, notes clerical roles, and links pay to food prices and living costs in a county setting. It urges prompt action by the Legislature on wage policy, cost of living, and related public expenditures.
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Oman
True torn advice for matrimony costs and fashion sales
Special for this week items include Oxford shoes at six dollars with wear prices in Palm Beach and linen suits at reduced prices. A note on matrimonial matters speaks to social expectations with broad references to reform and association directives. The piece covers campaign notes for Cotton Convention logistics and delegates from New Orleans and Dallas with calls for action and regional planning.
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Texas Contin
Datas Menter
Merkanne
New Orleans
Tists
Cotta
Pabliah
Commissioners Commend Personal Inquiry Into South County Roads
The court is praised for a personal investigation of road conditions at the county's south end. It urges the body to allocate time for firsthand information gathering to address important county matters.
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Commissionery’ Court
Cranty Mt
Fresard
Which Shall It Be Liberal Bond Or Inaction On Roads
A fragmented editorial debate in Tirazo County urges voters to decide between approving a Liberal bond for permanent highways or remaining stuck in mud. It lists local candidates for governor and lieutenant governor, notes national administration questions, and urges action and individual responsibility to fix the road crisis.
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Tirazoe
McKnight Tours Navasota County Road Conditions
Secretary McKnight of the Commerce visits Clay Urgay to inspect the good beds, Barker's Prairie road, and the Navasota river approach. He urges action on road maintenance, cites lack of funds, and notes extortionate pulling rates feared by travelers. Local officials promise to review the situation.
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McKnight
Commer
Clay
Urgay
Navasots
Grintes County
Tie
Mutter
Guch
Rand
Megan
Tom
Ktratom
Call to Help King Cotton in Texas Crisis
Farmers and merchants face a cash shortage as cotton prices collapse. Urgent mass meetings are called to organize action to defend Texas and the South from further damage, recalling 1904 bankrupt prices and urging coordinated effort to restore market stability and cash flow. The note cites government aid and a history of successful mobilization to spur immediate action.
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Texas
South
Claseen Littl
Vetter
Texac
Andy
Notice to Shiphering about misdirected parcels and proper labeling
A Trade Manager warns that shipments must be plainly marked with the correct address and prepaid, or will be refused and returned to the owner. The notice condemns improper handling and states all misrouted packages will be returned and not processed by the railroad.
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Theottverurtan
Hennjaoee
Mere -Montetanm
War Relief Efforts Grow as World Crisis Deepens
The article notes widespread public concern over European warfare and describes New York as a focal point for mobilization. It highlights women forming committees to relieve wounded and aid families, with funds channeled through the Red Cross Society and moral support extending to all battlefront sufferers.
Court House Light Burns Again Mystery From City Standoff
Residents report the courthouse light burned briefly after a dispute over funding. Judge Maloney believed the lamp was a free gift from Mr. Lawler, proprietor of Bryan Power Co. After a bill was presented, the light was turned off. Street lights on Patths avenue were cut off as a protest over paying for lighting. Residents along Wild Street claim they should not fund city street lights alone while others pay in advance.
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Court House
Lawler
Bryan Power Ch
Lie
Maloney
Enld Avenue
Dave
Wild Trent
Towsey
Local lodge plans Thursday "Midnight Feast" debate and knighting
An unidentified lodge outlines a Thursday evening assembly with ritual portions, a discussion over a poultry menu including mention of chicken, and the planned knighting of Hearn. Movara Mare Mn, J. M. Flare, and J. T. Malonay head the committee. The event features an organ troupe and invites all members to attend at the given date.
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Pyttis Tower
Howe
New York
Mampars
Movara
Ta Mare Mn
J. M. Flare
J.T. Malonay
Grink
Pinchot Weds Mina Cornelia Belem in New York City
Prominent wedding held in New York with Gifford Pinchot marrying Mina Cornelia Belem. The bride is daughter of former American minister to the Netherlands. Mrs Robertson arrived from Spring for a visit, and several relatives gathered in the city.
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New York City
Gifford Pinchot
Nethervlands
New York
Gifford Pinchot -Oday
Mina Cornelia Belem
D.C. Robertson
Tls
Hal
Tittle
Dattas
Ater & Plewant Vlatt
W. C. Hearn
Twenty Crap Shooter Trial Hushed Before Press Time
County Attorney Lamar Bathen failed to appear today to represent the State in the case of twenty alleged crap shooters arrested by Constable Henry Koonte. They were to be tried in Justice Court Precinct No. 3. The trial result was not learned before the newspaper went to press.
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Lamar Bathen
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