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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1916
Page
1
The speaker welcomes the new year with hope and confidence that it will be successful. The motto Quality and Service will continue and be adhered to. They pledge not to accept anyone delivering better quality goods and to improve delivery service to meet all customer requirements.
A joint meeting of the city council and advisory commission, presided by Judge J. T. Maruner, discussed street improvement plans funded by the city and county. Attendees included Aldermen Hanwell, Lavy, Vick, Wilenn, and commissioners Coulter, Covey, city engineer A. Adame, and chamber secretay Ht. J. McKnight. No definite action was taken. next meeting planned to decide funding and scope. Roads and adjacent properties under consideration for improvement.
A disjointed report from Washington notes charges tied to a government ship purchase bill. It alleges influence by foreign firms and illegal activity within the administration’s handling of the package, with minority and majority reports from the investigating committee alluding to improper conduct.
A special election in Atlanta centers on the recall of Mayor Wentward and five commissioners. The move aims to reshape leadership amid police command changes and subordination concerns within the Weedlo captaincy.
The Riggin s hotel in Waco was sold at public auction on the courthouse steps Tuesday noon. Mercantile Trust Company of St Louis bought the property for 225,000 with a prior lien, and Albert Pick of Chicago bid 180,000 for the hotel furnishings, both sales confirmed by the Fourth District Court.
In London the government introduced a compulsory military service bill for men aged 18 to 41 who are bachelors or childless and dependent. Asquith praised the wartime effort and likened the act to boosting munitions output. Reports from the front note Romanian and Greek tensions, with Greek protests over arrests near Saloni. Survivors recount peril at sea after a recent naval incident, and a Paris meeting notes heavy losses at Loos last September. The American envoy discussed submarine sinkings with the Foreign Office, confirming nationality questions surrounding a survivor aboard the Persia.
A damaged dispatch reports rioting by ImavitiEn rebels with reports of violence during the European conflict. It notes a dead quack duck and a UK banker, plus a clash in Port Au Prince with one native killed and no American casualties.
The proposed Gleaview Hairy milk depot at the Mardy Newton market aims to provide milk and cream to housewives at convenient hours, offering extra dairy for Sunday meals. The plan would enhance delivery and daily access, easing preparation for families.
The Court of Criminal Appeals reversed and remanded the case of RW Pry from Wichita Palla who received a two year forgery sentence. The error cited was the jury ground. A Baptist prayer meeting will be held at the First Baptist Church tonight, inviting all residents, especially visitors to the city, to attend.
A fragmentary report describes an incident at St Peters involving Joly and associates. It mentions a death by self harm and subsequent bloodshed inside a location named Peters. The piece references a sacred foe and a pledge or promise that led to a closure or ongoing narration.
In Humble field, sales from forty years ago are alleged to show repeated misvaluations. The notice references Ferguson and a land transaction tied to decades past as background for current claims.
Washington reports President Wilson and Secretary Lansing met for an hour on January 1 to discuss the submarine incident. No Americans aboard were confirmed and the State Department will wait for fuller advices before any action.
Students return to Texas A and M College after the Christmas break, with most cadets back but some delayed due to illness. College officials report improved conditions as Dr Otto Batiger leads precautions to prevent a viral outbreak.
A feature program highlights a unique bill headlined by The Prince of Pilsen and The Message of the Violet with scenes from The Tale of the Sau Shell. The show promises ornate costumes and a special orchestra, with Jem Dandy, Vane Wagner, and other attractions listed.
Rev T H Newsum of Karten will lead a special prayer service at Frew Baptist Church tonight on the subject Nations and Their Rulers. Prayers aim to promote global harmony, moral purity, respect for authority, and mutual creation, with a welcoming invitation to all parishioners.
Forecaster notes rain to arrive tonight with lingering showers tonight and Thursday expect partly cloudy skies. Calder area may see brief showers. temperatures mild with light winds. Local rainfall amounts likely light, with no significant accumulation anticipated.
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