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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1913
Page
1
Washington December 14. Secretary Daniels ruled there are no standards on the kind of fluid to be used for christening ships. Contenders had sought approval of a specific fluid for the ceremony aboard the battleship named for a president.
Philadelphia on March 16 physicians at Johns Hopkins and Dr. Abbe of New York announced radium may aid cancer treatment. They showed photographs of a facial cancer cure in forty eight hours and cautioned cures apply mainly to superficial tumors while noting limited knowledge for advanced internal cases.
A flood relief appeal records contributions from diverse groups and individuals. Donors include churches, civic clubs, and residents who provided cash, clothing, and supplies to assist affected families. signatories list organizations and towns aiding the recovery effort.
A violent incident in Blanchard Louisiana left two Black men lynched by militants after a confrontation with white resident Alvin Ballard. One victim William Wallard was found hacked to pieces Saturday morning, with details from Associated Press reports.
An unidentified action squad opened fire at a London church, causing damage and prompting police to investigate. No injuries were reported as authorities search for suspects and motives.
A ten day boycott ended as egg prices fell from current levels due to warm weather. Authorities attributed the price drop to increased laying, calming market tensions and ending the organized action.
Five men are reported dead in a Salvation Army home fire. Police arrested Frank Meyers a drunk rider on suspicion of starting the blaze as several bodies are believed trapped inside the building.
The House Progressives approve resolutions after a debate on reform, accepting Wilsonian principles of direct primaries while noting reforms do not alter core party differences. The actions signal commitment to endorse President Wilson and alignment with progressive goals.
The General Relief Committee, with Governor Colquitt’s private secretary present, inspected flood aftermath in Bryan. They ordered immediate lime for dead animals and issued 9,000 in comforts, approving all measures planned for relief.
The city builds a large re roofing project on a historic structure at the corner of Bryan and Moanley streets, occupied by RP Park Business. The work, described as extensive, aims to install eight new roof portions and re root the building, noted as one of the largest in the city.
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