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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1901
Page
2
The Eagle reviews the Orange Leader Christmas number and notes a Navasota boy who lost an eye in a pocket cannon cracker incident. It mentions Maclay not resigning, Bryan’s growth, community solidarity, and a six week short course by Prof. J H Connell starting January 3 1902 for farmers seeking agricultural information.
An Austin special reports William Kirlicks, agent for the Hearne and Brazos Valley, plans a railway extension south across the Brazos River to Clay Station, about twenty-five miles, linking with the Santa Fe. The project would boost Burleson county towns but require the costly bridge over the river.
Mrs Martha Jane Buchanan wife of S B Buchanan died at her home Tuesday morning at 3 10 o clock aged 59 years 4 months and 25 days funeral from the family residence at 8 30 this morning interment Steep Hollow cemetery Born in Louisiana she came to Texas 32 years ago settling in Steep Hollow She was a charter member of Steep Hollow Baptist church She leaves a husband and seven children Laura Kestler B W Buchanan P L Barron RL Buchanan A Buchanan Olivia Buchanan and Hamp Buchanan
An advertisement notes Quinoria cures malaria in four days with a money back guarantee if fever or malaria remains untreated. Price five cents per package. M H James, leading druggist, Bryan, Texas.
A manuscript found in a clock secret drawer in Gallipolis, Ohio, purports Adele de Alonquon to be the daughter of the Duke of Orleans. The document, dated 1789, says the mother died at birth and Adele was sent to Gallipolis then later to a Catholic school in France. Claude Wall preserved the parchment and sent parts to the French ambassador in Washington. Names and lineage details remain partially undisclosed.
J K Krutschnitt, SP general manager, after talks with President Harriman in New York, announced rapid doubling of the coast line to San Francisco and start on the Bay Shore cut-off. The Central Pacific reconstruction will begin at Keno and push eastward, covering 18 surveys as part of a broad upgrade including Lucia to Ogden cut-off to shorten the line and reduce grades.
Boston reports that Baptist Methodist and Congregationalist ministers debated MIT president Dr. Pritchett’s letter claiming beer at a student smoker totaled 56 pints for 97 men. Committees call it a matter of principle, not quantities, and urge reform. Presidents may address ministers next Monday on the students problem.
London plans an electric railway 47 miles from Lupus Street to Brighton with trains averaging 30 minutes for the full run. Service would operate 6 AM to midnight, 20 minutes each way, crossing the Thames on an iron bridge and passing through a tunnel near Redhill. Carriages will be Pullman type.
W M Little a Birmingham lawyer and former consul to Honduras under Cleveland shot William L Dodd president of the Southern Mutual Aid association after allegedly losing mental balance during Dodd's trial for using the mails in a fraud case tied to the Birmingham Debenture Redemption company. Little fired at Dodd and his brother James L Dodd. only one bullet struck W L Dodd in the shoulder. Dodd expected to recover.
Vienna dispatch notes that the Freie Presse says a Chili Argentine war would harm European interests. It warns for transoceanic trade disruption and potential shifts in Europe United States relations.
Colonel W Hemp hill, president of the Southern Industrial association, says the Memphis convention scheduled for January has been postponed. He has informed the vice president and other officials of the organization.
The Buffalo board of aldermen accepted the resignation of City Treasurer Philip Gerst as accounts undergo investigation. Gerst admitted a recent shortage in his accounts of over 50000 dollars, claiming it has been made good.
Officials renewed confidence that a peaceful settlement will end the serious dispute between Chile and Argentina after recent talks. Date not specified.
Six bodies have been recovered from the single station tunnel in Liverpool, suspected to be the total fatalities from the electric train fire on the overhead railroad.
A Johannesburg dispatch dated the 23d reports General Kitchener’s weekly tally: 45 Boers killed, 25 wounded, 310 taken prisoner and 35 surrendered. The figures reflect ongoing operations in the war.
London dispatch reports Queen Alexandria's condition improving as she progresses toward recovery after illness with officials noting satisfactory signs and steady progress.
A Biltmore Street electric car carrying fifteen aboard ran away on a steep grade near Union Street. Mary Phe lan was killed and nine others injured when the car crashed into an empty car, jumped rails, and was halted by a telegraph pole, scattering occupants.
H. H. Pillsbury, the world renowned blindfold chess expert, faced 16 boards at the New York Athletic Club in December. The champion competed for about three hours against club experts including athletes bankers lawyers and railroad men and won nearly every game.
Dublin December 24 reports Jasper Tully MP for South. Deitrim sentenced to one month in jail at Ballymote Mayo. John O Pennell MP for South Mayo to two months. other members received shorter terms.
Turkeys from Roosevelt Washington on December 24 were given to White House policemen messengers ushers servants gardeners and stablemen with cards reading Season s compliments from the president.
Southern Pacific Sun sets Route offers reduced fare tickets from its main line and branches to destinations across the United States and Mexico. Tickets on sale December 21 22 and 23 with a 30 day return window. Inquiries to Southern Pacific agents or S F B Morse P T M or M L Robbins G P T A Houston Texas.
Hoyt's Comedy Company now appears nightly for a week at the Grand opera house impressing Bryan theatre-goers. A strong, balanced company with no amateurs performs good clean plays. Last night’s program featured The Volunteer with lively action and humor. matinee at 2 30 today presents Little June and tonight The Silver King.
The Houston and Texas Central railroad offers low rate tickets from its main line and branches to destinations nationwide including Arkansas Missouri Kansas Nebraska Iowa Dakota Minnesota Wisconsin North Carolina South Carolina Kentucky Illinois Mississippi Louisiana Alabama Georgia Florida Tennessee Colorado and Mexican centers. Tickets on sale December 21 22 and 23 with a thirty day sale period. Contact Houston agents or officials for details.
Advertises Xmas presents with rifles from 75e and up, pocket knives from 5e and up, shotguns from 5.60 and up, fine china sets from 7.50 and up, stoves from 2.50 and up, and many other items including sewing machines, Bugby whips, and Rogers Bros. plated spoons from 1.25 per set, inviting readers to call JT Ai LEN Myprs.
Russell Watkins arrives from San Antonio for matinee at 2 30. W T Wilson departed yesterday for Giddings. J T Wood reached Dallas last night. N Jametta came from Mexia yesterday. Mrs E C Minkert visits in North Texas. Giles Rhodes spent yesterday in the city visiting relatives. Mrs Fewell and Mr and Mrs Sebe Smith of Whitney guests of Mr and Mrs W T Ford. Mr and Mrs B B Stone arrived from Ballinger yesterday to visit Mr and Mrs Jno N Henderson. Mr and Mrs J P Gardere of Mar lin and Miss Pistole of Calvert visiting Mr and Mrs C N Williamson.
W W Griffin offers stove repair with full parts on hand and quick service at fair prices. A freight wreck near Cypress yesterday delayed the northbound H T C passenger by several hours. damage extent unknown. Franklin Bros report strong business and plan growth next year, inviting new customers to try their services.
Cottonwood Texas reports health good for the town with several visits noted. Miss Lou Thomas visited Alexandria, Mrs. Stewart of Reliance dropped by, Tom Elliott and wife were here last week, Mrs. Blanch Smith arrived from Saron, Mrs. Eli Meredith with Jamil and Miss Clyde passed through toward Freestone, Maude Zimmerman visited Edge, Cresar was mentioned.
Bryan residents may take a direct I and G N through car leaving Lewis at 4 pm on December 21 for Memphis Nashville Tullahoma Stevenson Atlanta and intermediate points via the Memphis and Iron Mountain route. Smoke Silver Crown cigars the best 5 cent cigar in the state sold by Dann Daly and Taylor Cox.
An article argues that women prioritize jewels yet health suffers from the pursuit of luxury. It promotes Dr. Bogchees German Syrup as a remedy to coughs colds and bronchial issues and claims it helps protect health while saving money. The ad notes the Wilson-Jenking Drug Co store in Bryan offers Dr G G Green remedies and a special almanac.
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