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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1899
Page
2
Readable text shows a periodical notice from Bryan Texas dated December 21, 1899. It references Palmer and Carnes as subscription managers and notes a monthly rate. The fragment indicates postal handling details for a periodical published in Bryan.
The Eagle reported the death of Gen Henry W Lawton who fell leading his men in the Philippines. He was esteemed as an able officer and his loss is mourned by the nation and the U M College officials noting his prior visits and praise for military science.
The record places West Point third among the United States military academies after the Virginia Military Institute and the first position held by the others.
Allen Academy students present a debate on Friday night at the opera house. The programme shows an affirmative side led by Royal Neely and Higgs against a negative side with Yates Knight and Rankin. Debate opens at eight with free admission and open invitation to all.
Special notice notes Mrs. A. E. Steinsman with Sprague Warner Co and John Chaney Kernole could not exhibit Ferndale canned and bottle goods due to bad weather. Ferndale items are made by Sprague Warner Co the same firm that makes Batavia. Call for prices and details.
A rental inquiry seeks a good farm for rent in the Clarence Pearson area near Bryan Texas. The requester asks interested parties to contact by phone or at an address in Bryan Texas for arrangements and details.
The item notes Burt Norwood’s storefront display featuring Christmas ties in the show window today. A brief, local observation highlights festive neckwear as a seasonal lure for shoppers.
Residents attended services by Taylor and Denton of Madisonville with numerous locals from Harvey Bethel and Madisonville. A fatal shooting occurred at Wixon Creek. Hog weights reported 1825 and 525 pounds. School concert set for Friday night December 22 with a lengthy program of recitations dialogues and music. Sly Jim.
Mrs H Crenshaw recovers from fever and attendance marks at a Wickson wedding. Emma Whitten visited Madison County last week. Local residents J C Scott Ed Edge and Minnie Buckhauls attended Sunday school in Wesson. Jenks Lee networks with old friends. May Beard Lizzie Moleski Georgia White visits. Christmas tree planned for Wickson Christmas night with expectations of Santa Claus. Several locals joined trip to Bryan for holiday event. Notables present at singing at Mr Kelly’s Sunday night. White Rose.
Community brief from Fickey reports visits by Mr. Skains and daughter May of Edge to Mrs. Wheeler, Wheelers visiting Wheelock, Mr. Conrad to Kurten, Mr. Boyd and family from Edge visiting Joe Ellison, Will Smith from Rocky Ridge, infant death of Mr. and Mrs. Roth, Florence Batten visiting Dr. Grice in Cottonwood, Roe Edge from Bryan moving in, Joe Ellison relocating to Robertson county, and Mrs. Wheeless showing improvement. Lilac.
Winter weather brings rain to North Grimes County as residents shop in Bryan. Mrs. Henry McKinney dies at her father’s home and is buried at Zion church. Mrs. Dock Hargroves passes away and is laid to rest at Enon church. A Christmas tree is planned for Free Will Baptist church on December 23. Several locals visit Bryan, including Jim Yeager and others. Uncle Ned signs off with holiday wishes.
In Green's Prairie the health status remains calm with two illnesses noted. J M Williams' baby has been sick several days while Sam Williams endures a long standing side ailment. A community turnout supported a December 20 working bee. Hog killing weather, plowing momentum, and ongoing home and farm improvements mark the week as Christmas nears with children discussing Santa Claus. Offie Lon and Otho Williams visited Houston.
From Harvey, the community mourns James Yardley who died Sunday night after a long illness. He was known for kindness and good deeds, and relatives traveled from Ennis for his funeral. Profs Rich and George McDonald visit W D Yardley, with services and songs planned by Prof Eiland and others.
Wet buy direct from the cutters not the jobber. See our stock before buying at Wilson Jenkins Drug Co. 12.
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