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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1913
Page
2
The readable passages mention Alpine guides, Bryan schools closing sessions, and Japan considering a wave off Mexico’s coast. The tone references crop conditions, belabored phrases, and disjointed observations about tuition, Uncle Sam, and future outlooks amid unclear context.
A 1900s era column reflects on the impact of automobile adoption, praising road improvement efforts and public sentiment for better highways. It mentions Alpine water, mountain scenery, and a call to action for infrastructure progress. Various quotes and civic reflections color the piece.
Daiterfeld Texas May 18 reports a mob lynching the man accused of killing Constable Constance Hivorne Tucker. The accused was tried at the Margin County court and hanged after a violent uprising as sheriffs pursued justice amid widespread public anger. The mob action halted any further legal proceedings and sparked renewed unrest across Margin County.
The fragment references a push to adopt Resolution 18 and mentions local actors in Texas delaying action. It hints at property or housing costs rising with delays, noting a home site and June timing, but details are unclear.
A garbled list of names and places appears, mentioning several cities such as Bryan Duncan Waco Fort Worth San Antonio and Port Worth along with numerous personal names. The fragment seems to catalog individuals possibly connected to hotels, events, or notices without clear context or actions.
The Commissioners Court completed the May session and adjourned Saturday afternoon. The quarterly report of J. Me ies for Precinct No. 4 showed 9811.95 in Sollestlone receipts and was approved. Bond for Bennett Muntius Co. of Paine Texan was approved. County ledger shows tax levies and sinking fund arrangements. Sheriff listed collections of 738 for the quarter ending May 10, 1813. Teaching department report for the quarter was received and allowed.
A man in Jefferson County was killed during a domestic dispute at a home near Beaumont. The wife later faced divorce proceedings. sheriff records indicate attempts to deliver divorce papers, while a neighbor described the violent event and the suspect’s arrest.
A man retrieved a deceased relative on Saturday afternoon and prepared the body for burial in the Catholic cemetery of the city. The report notes the death and subsequent funeral arrangements as read in the local record.
Local showers are predicted for the first half of the week. Temperatures will be near normal. After a midweek disturbance, fair weather will prevail, then another disturbance moves in from the northwest by week’s end.
Freda Temple dedication announced by the Jewish community of Bryan. Ceremony set for Tuesday evening May 20, 1214 at Awelork with services inside the temple and a formal program including scripture readings, a lamp, hymns, and addresses by local leaders and clergymen.
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