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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1916
Page
4
Charles O Austin commissioner of insurance and banking reports a wave of bank robberies across state lines. He recounts a broken vault drill at the Columbia State Bank and notes a locksmith exposed a defective local lock. The incident prompts warnings and calls for vigilance in banking security.
Fragmentary report notes attendance at a state hotel mens convention. Mentions Mr Beagle and a hotel in Bronham with premises in charge, and a return to Bryan Thursday.
Navanota Texas December 12 officers search for a suspected arsonist after two large barns burned. Moore Crothers West of the city suffered loss of feed, corn, hay, and farm tools with little or no insurance. Another timbered barn belonging to John D Rogers burned nearby with similar uninsured losses. Local merchants report fire-related thefts and a push to find the culprit amid a string of recent blazes.
Reported in Chicago the vaudeville scene faces a potential strike as actors affiliated with a union are recognized. The article notes a dispersed workforce and uncertainty over contract terms while Flowers. Lodge and company advertise floral designs and funeral arrangements.
A concise guide outlines steps to take when backache arises during daily tasks. It emphasizes rest, gentle movement, posture checks, hydration, and seeking medical advice if pain persists or worsens.
Report describes a murder case aboard a vessel near Narvegat with transport crews and local authorities pursuing a suspect named Sumner Glass. The fragmentary text notes a threat to a person and mentions a coast guard effort, a motive tied to a crime in Maine county, and ongoing pursuit.
An old farcical advertisement touts Mayes medicine as a universal remedy for stomach ulcers and intestinal troubles. It claims thousands healed and promotes wide availability through M H dames and druggists nationwide.
The First Baptist Church prepares a Christmas tree event with a program on Saturday. Committees outline tasks for decor and activities while church members welcome attendees and distribute gifts at the tree lighting.
Fragmentary OCR lists names and terms for a Sunday School program including Indies routemen Mire George A Adhine Mire J Webb Howell Sea TR Hale Mee WY Dave with no clear event or outcome to report.
The big remodeling sale opened with crowds rushing the door at the Aasi Wittou Company store. The announcement ran in the Heya Daily and Weekly, noting the sale would last through the week and attract thousands countywide. An insurance reminder urged readers to review policies with Hathaw and contact Geo. A. Adams for prompt service.
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