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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1900
Page
2
February 7 1906 issue notes the pension roll surpasses the world’s largest standing army while reporting a record 102 sunstrokes in one day last Sunday in Buenos Aires. The paper lists subscription prices and is published in Bryan Texas.
The Wills Point Chronicle reports the Henderson cotton mill plan is an assured fact with $100,000 capital. Shares at $25 each require 10 percent on first call and $2 per share monthly. Farmers are buying stock, contracts for building will be let soon, and operation hoped for next season. Henderson is described as progressive and enterprising.
A bill introduced by Congressman Shackleford seeks to strike the props from under the paper trust by placing paper making articles and imported raw materials on the free list. The measure could disrupt other big trusts robbing the public. The Weatherford Democrat notes editors may pressure Republican lawmakers to aid Democrats in passing the bill.
A Greeley county Kansas journal faces heat after publishing a sentence where a misplaced comma changes meaning. The line about two young men from Scoti and their dates attending a teachers' institute prompted backlash before the comma was moved.
Rich quicksilver mines have been discovered in Brewster County Texas and are now worked profitably. They are claimed to be the richest quicksilver mines in the world.
G S Parker of Bryan Texas appointed temporary administrator with power to collect debts and sue if necessary for the estate of A B Carr Sr. All debts owed to the estate urged to settle at once. Bryan Texas January 24 1900.
The Texas Legislature convened with the revenue and taxation committee presenting the tax bill report. The house adjourned the session after outlining the bill structure without action, while the senate advanced appropriations for deficiencies and clerks and reviewed salaries for insane asylum superintendents.
The Louisiana Republican state convention in New Orleans endorsed McKinley for president and Bliss for vice president. Wimberley was named national committeeman. Eugene S. Reems to be governor with a full state ticket named by acclamation amid orderly proceedings and broad parish representation.
A crowded Owosso audience enjoyed the duologue An Original Idea by Mr and Mrs Francis Labadie. The review praises wit and pathos with Shakespearean flavor, noting Mrs Labadie’s rich voice. The February 8 benefit for Knights of Pythias offers downstairs 50c, children 25c, gallery 25c, no reserved seats.
A listing of hotel arrivals and attending individuals across Dallas, Waco, New Orleans, St Louis, Milwaukee, and Galveston with numerous agents, promoters, and performers connected to Beach & Bowers minstrels and related parties. Names include Henderson, Burrows, Sellers, Leopold, Shapira, Nasus, Black, Fuller, Sessions, Lyons, Folger, Culbreath, Cheeseborough, Warren, Carr, Bowie, Garrett, and others. Several cities are referenced including Madisonville, Marion Harris venue ties, and Rochdale.
The Methodist ladies announce a mystery tea at the parsonage Friday at three to support home mission work. A dainty menu lists sweets and savory treats such as Tears, Idle Tears, Philippine Islands, Lamb Salad, and Heavenly Hash, inviting attendees to contribute their dimes to the treasury.
Mike intends to leave the countryside and head to the city to escape the bustle of harvest work. Pete asks about enjoying nature, but Mike prefers town life where there are fewer people hiring harvest hands.
W. J. Bryan informed by wire that he cannot attend the annual banquet of the Bryan Anniversary club scheduled for March 19 in Chattanooga.
Ardmore Okla Feb 6 a rainstorm near Wilson ends in tragedy as farmer Perry Swafford is killed instantly when a tree falls during the stormLocal authorities say the accident occurred during severe rainfall.
Buenos Ayres reported 219 sunstroke cases on Sunday with 154 fatalities, highlighting a deadly heat episode and public health strain.
The Eagle offers a full line of legal blanks including Affidavit to Account and to Fact, Mortgage forms, Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Real Estate Leases with low prices for small quantities and bulk quotes on request. Also promotes boys shirts and caps at Parks & Waldrop's with a new stock for ages 5 to 8.
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