08 Nov 1912
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1912
Page
1
Report from Washington on November 1 shows record cotton ginnings across Oklahoma and other states. Mississippi River area noted as busy with high yields surpassing previous records.
Joe Wayti describes the Freewill Baptist Quarterly Meeting held at Kurten with attendees from county churches including Neyan and Core 4 Clouds. Rev J J Tatum and Rev I Tatum are noted, with plans for a Sunday afternoon remembrance and a church event following the meeting.
Greek Prince Constantine of Greece urged the Turks at Salonika to surrender as his army advanced near the city. Reports indicate serious fighting ongoing with expectations of a rapid conclusion to hostilities.
News flash from Washington reports two U S cruisers were ordered to Turkish waters to protect American interests amid growing tensions. The Tonnemec and Moutans respond to urgent overseas need as diplomatic talks continue.
Nine year old Levi Jordan perished when a blaze destroyed a home in Grand Prairie Texas. His brother may also die from injuries as three others were burned but are recovering. The Associated Press report details the deadly fire and the uncertain fate of the survivors.
A rough report states two armed bandits stopped a Wigville and Nashville passenger train this morning in Texas. Details are unclear as the incident is still developing with limited confirmations. The piece also mentions the Texas Horse, Jack and Mule association planning congress activity and officers.
The fourth ginning report from census bureau data shows 8,640,808 bales of cotton ginned by November 1, 1912, up from 6,970,908 the prior year. The report lists state by state totals and percentages of the crop ginned, with Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and other regions detailed. Weather notes follow with general fair conditions tonight and Saturday and a westward moving disturbance bringing rains to regions east of the Mississippi River.
California reports Roosevelt a plurality over Wilson with 389, while Taft trails. Wyoming leads for Wilson over Taft by about 1,000 after late returns. Democrats expected to control the Senate with a solid majority, aided by undecided states Illinois Michigan New Hampshire Oregon South Dakota Tennessee Wyoming. Dunne wins Illinois governor race by 110,854, with Cook County results strong for Dunne. Nick Longworth loses Ohio contest to Bowdle by 85 votes. Bryan silent on other races as he travels. Roosevelt seen as silent force in late totals.
Felt stated he adopted the Dolley of silence and had no comment on the section, noting in tooling that he said fine.
General orders from the College of Texas detail the Flatt Battery banishment and cadet assignments. Captain Miller is named commissary of the regiment. several second lieutenants and sergeants are reassigned to Companies A D G and others. Senior class members form a guard line for meals and retreat formations with discipline on stragglers. Bowlor class officers receive limited artillery duties. proficient seniors may be excused from further attendence.
By order at the Commamaal TJ Waters the Field Battery led by Cadet Captain and Adjutant, the session emphasized soldierly discipline. The organization faced scrutiny for past lapses but aimed to restore respect and cohesion among classmates and officers, prompting renewed pride in their corps.
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