19 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1916
Page
1
Rome reports no sign of peace terms in a Amsterdam dispatch, with veterans and officials noting Germany's gains on the Rheims front. French troops near Rheims repulsed, and Central Powers advance in Dobrudja toward the Lower Danube while neutral Switzerland warns rationing new bread.
Fragmentary OCR text reports two criminals named Charles Kunrnwe and Sautey Seiten as of age 26 and 1, with unclear references to a murder tied to a Christmas approach. Details are garbled, but mentions a request or wish granted, and a timing around Friday and Christmas.
Fragmentary report notes severe drought impact across Southwestern districts, with potential famine risk. Mentions Western and Northern West areas, weather disruptions, and industrial efforts. A quoted traveler recalls encounters with a man wearing a distinctive watch during the journey.
An attempted assault on a mail train near New Orleans led to several men being detained as police and volunteers responded. One suspect was arrested as the train arrived, with reports noting 80 passengers disrupted and a tense scene at the platform.
A garbled historical fragment mentions Lloyd and a diplomat addressing peace and war. It references a speaker in December and notes wounded words, suggesting a disrupted report of a diplomatic or wartime address with unclear names and places.
Penny Worthington suffered critical injuries after a deadly bullet entered the thigh and bowels near Cook Point in Burleson County. Harvey Worthington’s funeral was held in the family home area, with internment following, as Grover Froith faces an examining trial tomorrow on murder charges. Deputy Worley arrested suspect Smith after the shooting and disarmed him.
The report describes a high school game where Wonstan Bre Lorne faced a defender and the jury questioned witnesses during twelve charges of forgery. The narrative focuses on defense strategies and the tense courtroom atmosphere surrounding the case and its potential impact on practice.
Congress and the Senate discussed universal military training. Commander Breed told the Senate subcommittee that the national guard on the Mexican border would require a year of national service to prepare. He claimed most troops were untrained and that the army could deploy without firing a shot if needed.
Ardmore Oklahoma December 8 Magnetic Potrateam Company warns of oil price advance. Crude oil rate expected to rise by ten cents per barrel with an immediate adjustment. No further details provided about quantities or sources.
A state education official at the College of Industrial Arts in Denton Texas announces Christmas holiday closures for students from Wednesday December 20th until classes resumeTuesday January, with back on campus by December 30th or January 2nd. Only a small fraction of over a thousand last term exam takers are recorded as failing to rank. several named students are staying home to spend the holidays with family.
A brief city dispute arises as Mayor Smith discusses with Council Chairs Lane and Cabrera over the Masten project. The exchange delays plans and highlights lingering concerns about funding and timeline.
A gas well in Goose Creek caused rapid migration away from Newston Texas after an explosion and gas release. Homes and businesses were abandoned as the plume damaged property and cut communications, with reports of ongoing effects and limited attempts at recovery services.
Unclear OCR text notes a maritime topic with Galveston reference and Navy involvement. The readable segments mention a ship or naval activity and participation in a task or event. No clear date, names, or outcomes are discernible from the fragment.
London reports Premier Jacy de Gorge stating in the House of Commons that peace demands Germany accept reparations as a condition. He warned that without such guarantees, peaceful settlement in Europe remains unstable and the central powers must offer terms acceptable to avert continued conflict.
A Texas report from Dec 19 notes Judge A J Marper leaves the criminal appeals court to practice law in 16 Pan o and will be replaced by Judge H C Morrow. CC McDonald, ex assistant attorney general in charge of criminal matters, resigns to form a Fredericksburg firm. W B Mendricks of Brownwood succeeds him. Two new faces expected in the court next year.
The text reports on a minister and BA checks at Minster Toolon in Washisled. It mentions a retirement and a resignation by Thompson amid family health issues, with a state department sending a chief to prepare a home in Texas.
A breach of promise case surfaces amid a century old text fragment. The document names Henry Featson and Tillie Clinger among others, with mentions of ages and settlements, indicating a legal dispute over promised wealth.
Fragmentary text indicates a Chicago auction of postage stamps related to a New York notation. Names and details are unclear, but mentions a public tag, sale action, and involvement of Chicago entities amid uncertain specifics.
Secretary of War Baker told an audience today that universal military service would be required to defend the nation. He warned that selective conscription could be employed if the need arises, arguing for preparations and expanded readiness amid rising tensions.
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