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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1901
Page
10
The store invites Christmas shoppers to seek help in selecting gifts for men. It promises expertise in men’s tastes and offers items described as trinkets and wearable pieces. A large stock of fine holiday trade is now available with suggested gift ideas.
A fine display features elegant silk neckwear including Puffs Imperials Ascots Four-in hands Bat Wings at prices of 25c 50c 75c and 91c.
A local sale offers silk and satin suspenders with sterling silver and gold plated buckles. The listings present prices of $1, $1.50, $2, and $2.50 as options in a boxed presentation.
Men and women gloves advertised in various styles with prices from 50 cents to 1 dollar and 1.50. Silk lined options are included, along with dog skin gloves with fur tops and wool gloves priced at 50c, 75c, and 1 dollar.
Quilted silk mufflers in beautiful patterns offered with one in a box at 1 and 1.50 dollars. Large handkerchief mufflers feature rich Oriental and embroidered effects priced 75 cents, 1, 1.50 and 2 dollars.
The report argues that Schley earned the honor of destroying the Spanish fleet, reflecting a favorable view of the naval victory and Dewey’s verdict on the engagement and its leadership.
Madrid reports Captain Diaz Moreno says Admiral Sampson could not take part in the Santiago fight as his ship was 12 miles west of the harbor when the Spanish squadron appeared. Schley and the Brooklyn near the mouth of the harbor, Colon engaged the Iowa alongside the Oregon. Moreno credits Schley for the early engagement and notes the Colon and Maria Teresa fought until the Iowa was pressed, while the Oregon’s speed decided matters. Dewey’s prize to Schley is deemed fair, not diminishing Sampson’s glory. Also mentions Louisiana sugar interests and free trade debate, then lists nominations sent to the Senate: Williams, Nixon, Otero, Baker, Montgomery.
The House resumed debate on a bill to provide temporary revenues for the Philippine Islands with a vote set for 4 PM. Texas representative Henry denounced the measure as oppressive, arguing that lengthy discussion is needed for a policy affecting about 10 million people. He attacked double export and import taxes on rice, sugar, and tobacco and linked them to sugar and tobacco trusts.
In Washington on December 18 the senate passed the bill authorizing construction of a railroad bridge across the Arkansas River near Fort Gibson in the Indian Territory. The senate then adjourned into executive session.
The White House announced the president will send to the Senate the nominations of Charles F. Calenkamp of Union Missouri as surveyor of the port of St Louis replacing Charles H. Smith and Charles F. Wenneker of St Louis as collector of internal revenue. Republican leaders influence selections in Missouri and statewide. Governor Otero of New Mexico will be reappointed.
Westminster College in St Louis sees unity in evangelistic and educational efforts as the Missouri synods of the Presbyterian church meet. Each of the north and south nods appoints 12 trustees to form a joint board for Westminster College now under the joint management plan.
About 1,000,000 bushels of barley and 350,000 bushels of oats from the Columbia valley will reach eastern markets this season. Reduced freight rates from 90 to 60 cents per 100 pounds and a 45 cent rate to Utah underlie the movement. Wheat shifts to cereal food manufacturers while barley draws brewing centers in Milwaukee Chicago St Louis and more, reflecting exceptionally fine regional barley quality.
Dawson advices from Nov. 26 report a great stampede to Mayo creek in Stewart river district after late summer prospectors found years of development evidence. Cabins stocked with provisions and tools were found. locals fear original claimants did not record, risking holdings. The rush is spurred by mysterious developments with unknown pay dirt richness.
Theodore and Laura Jackson (Ann Adelia Diss Debar) pleaded not guilty at arraignment on an immoral charge. Prisoners had no defender. A large crowd filled the court as Solicitor General Sir Edward Carson opened the case, calling the pair a hellish gang.
Paris reports from Marseilles confirm additional dispatches about a wartime casualty or loss involving a crew and a monetary figure in pounds. The brief notes a number of crewmen and a financial metric, with emphasis on ongoing confirmations from foreign ports.
Smoking Jackets crafted from self plaid golf materials offered in patterns at 5 7 50 and 10 dollars. Fine Silk and Gloria Umbrellas with wood and sterling handles priced 150 250 83 and 5 dollars. Leather valises and suit cases from 1 to 10 dollars. Patent leather and patent kid shoes 4 5 and 6 dollars. Handsome overcoats shown at 10 12 15 and 20 dollars.
Notice warns delinquent taxpayers to call and settle dues to avoid further expense. City Secretary M. Spell states the city council directs the collections. Also mentions Christmas cake displays, stove sale, and cigar promotions from local shops. Reports about the French steamer Kleber crew rescue efforts near the Rhone.
Senora Ramona Mendoza, a woman colonel, fought with insurgents at Nombre de Dios as government and rebel forces clashed. Her husband and brother were killed. she escaped in a small boat with Indians after government troops retook trenches. Rebels threatened Nombre de Dios as reinforcements arrived.
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