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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1902
Page
2
The We Daily Eagle notes believers urge big government premiums for boll weevil remedies while calling for scrutiny of child labor testimony before the Pennsylvania coal strike commission. It mocks eager suppliers offering cures in exchange for government funding.
The piece urges paying even tiny bills to improve confidence and lift spirits. It argues that one act of paying a small debt can ripple outward, sparking good deeds and keeping money circulating until it returns to the payer.
The piece critiques holiday dinners for the poor as temporary spectacle. It asks what the hungry do after Christmas and Thanksgiving and argues real charity lies in creating work and conditions for self-sufficiency instead of annual handouts.
A Brazos County appeal urges farmers to unite at Bryan courthouse on December 27 to form a temporary organization and plan the first Texas Farmers' Congress institute. Prof J H Connell and aides will visit Bryan January 16–17 to aid the effort amid boll weevil concerns. Noted as a turning point for shifting from cotton to new crops.
Three white men attempted to rob the First National Bank of Alvord at 3 pm. Sheriff Cirley Deputy Prior Constable Yeary and Dobbs guarded the scene. McFall was fatally shot, Golden surrendered, Gold cross- shooter Martin killed, and McFall critically wounded. The assailants were from Chico area and warned by a near resident.
Norwood’s red letter sale insists on spot cash. Cole Hardware Co promotes imported agate ware and 10 and 12 piece chamber sets for Christmas. Andrew Shelbourne broke his leg after a wagon fall. Henry & Brogdon stock feed to clear for seed corn with phone prices. Chance Parker Astin head to Dallas for boll weevil convention. Delayed trains continue to frustrate travelers and officials alike.
The Anti Cigarette League held a Sunday meeting at the Baptist church with prayer and song. Rev. A. M. Stewart gave an address that inspired the members, bringing total attendance to 144 boys and 44 cents donated to the gymnasium fund. The session adjourned to 2 p.m. next Sunday.
Notice warns that shooting "stick guns" by crowds on Main Street as done Saturday night will not be permitted. Those congregating and shooting will be arrested for disturbing the peace, per City Marshal 9 U. P. Boyett.
All parties who have not paid occupation taxes will please call and settle the same at once as I will be unable to leave my office hereafter on account of collecting taxes. M. Spell, City Secretary.
Miss Anna Stapleton suffered a serious electric shock when the car’s heater touched the electric circuit, causing a blue flame and a sudden outburst. She arrived at Bellevue hospital unable to speak and with partial paralysis in the right limb. another nearby passenger was lightly shocked.
Heavy rains over forty eight hours cripple rail service in Arkansas. The St. Louis Iron Mountain and Southern line reports sections at Judsonia and Higginson flooded. The Little Red river swelling, a boom broke loose dumping 20 000 ties and driftwood downstream, threatening a steel bridge near Judsonia until workers freed the debris and protected the bridge.
Fire swept the six story Canal street structure housing Murray & Co makers of tents and awnings. The Alfred Peats warehouse adjacent also burned with substantial losses. Estimated totals place Murray & Co losses at 50000 and Peats around 10000, with overall damage near 75000.
In Bloomington Illinois on December 16 the Bank of Clarence in Ford county was robbed Monday night of 3000 dollars with telegraph wires cut to block alarms. Citizens awoke to an explosion and pursued the thieves who fled on a handcar. no clues have been found.
Sofia reports twenty six Macedonian workers killed by Turkish guards near Dubnitza on December 16 as tensions rise over minority labor. The incident draws international concern and prompts calls for inquiry.
Property offerings include 92 acres near A M College suitable for dairy and hog farming at 1000 dollars. 3 acre lots on courthouse square with seven room house and outbuildings at 2200 dollars. Pochila two story house cheap. City lots northwestern part 25 dollars inner lots and 35 dollars corner lots. 69 acres on Wixon Creek Pearson place with 49 cultivated and Albcreek bottom land, 24 cultivated, one mile west of city. I G N R R passes through. 1500 dollars or trade for city property. Numerous other lands listed.
J J Adams Tax Collector Brazos County warns all liable to occupation tax to pay promptly. If not paid by Jan 1 a postal notice will follow, then the delinquent list goes to the county attorney for prosecution. Revenue agent requires oath reporting.
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