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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1908
Page
2
A mid ocean scene shows sailors painting a liner with pots of paint and large brushes. A prankster in a black suit sits on fresh white paint and escapes by benzine, earning tips from fellow crew members. The vignette blends humor with nautical life and a Boston lawyer’s train-side encounter.
A witty exchange contrasts a new house with its architect’s original plan. Victorie notes the result resembles the design more than the cost aligns with the initial estimate.
Solar cooking uses sun stoves with a spherical mirror and reflector to roast, boil, and poach foods. Originating with Baron Tchernhausen in 1687 88, notable figures include Sir John Herschel Buffton. California tests show rapid boiling and roasting times though meat can taste odd without yellow glass between meat and mirror.
A brief survey notes that statutes legally remain in force until repealed. It cites Queen Elizabeth and James I era rules on land attachment and ale prices. The piece also traces the rise of black bordered mourning paper from 1688 onward and parodies a London Answers spoof on romance.
A Bryan Texas bank review shows a balance sheet with deposits and assets including U S bonds and cash items. Local notices mention sanitarium plans by Dr. Fountain, interest in football at Allen Academy, and merchants clearing odds and ends with half price knit shirts and shoes.
Prominent theatrical figures and admirers gathered at Fifth Avenue rooms to bid on Edwin Booth family items including costumes wigs and a leaden safe from Booth Theater history Also on the page a city tax delinquency notice and an advertisement urging purchase of home ground meal and feed products.
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