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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1909
Page
3
Northbound and southbound times listed for H. and T. C. No. 8 at 1 38 p m No. 6 at 12 46 a m No. 2 at 3 40 p m No. 6 at 2 48 a m and G N No. 4 at 12 58 p m No. 15 at 4 11 p m specify daily railroad timetable entries
Kurten visitors include Wm Manthei and J J Vandiver from Steep Hollow. Harvey, Wellborn, and Harris residents drop by Bryan with social visits. Minstrel parade Friday Feb 19 at 4 50 p m. For rent five room cottage near town and school. Town notes include Mrs Pryor from Austin visiting, and local auctions and sales.
A crowded Mer chants Carnival and Trades Display entertained a full house at the Opera House under Methodist church auspices. The program featured children drills, a young adult chorus, Brylan live merchants, and strong musical numbers by Prof Hawkins, Luther Taylor, Miss Pauline Webb, Mrs Howell, and George Peeler. The event sponsors announce a repeat show tonight with a new program and same prices.
Gus Neal, a Black boy cut in the arm by Louis Oliver, died Monday night from inflammation and possible blood poisoning. Oliver was rearrested yesterday morning by Sheriff Conlee and is jailed.
Commissioners court decides to replace the cracked plaster ceiling with metal ceilings in the county courthouse first floor. Officials say metal ceilings will be a lasting improvement and a responsible expenditure for the county. The move reflects care for county property, especially the courthouse, considered a county pride.
Hearne Texas February 15. Mayor P L Brady Dr H W Cummings W A Wilkerson and C L Dillard report a subscription list for a Big Brazos river bridge has about 3009 raised with more expected. With a 4000 goal the bridge is reasonably sure to be built as Hearne merchants push the project.
A street brawl involving many color ed individuals occurred Monday night in the western town area. Several people suffered bruises and a few minor knife cuts were reported before Constable Baker dispersed the crowd and brought participants to the Justice Court.
A cattle trade of some size closed yesterday when C A Buchanan of Kurten sold 75 head to Tola Oliver and Ned Jenkins of Caldwell. The purchasers drove the cattle through the country to Caldwell. Also noted: B A C minstrels performed Friday night February 19 with new and up-to-date acts.
Mrs. S. E. Hanneman suffered painful burns to her hands and face when a lamp knocked from a dresser near 7:30 last night and oil ignited a drawer. She tried to pour contents into the fireplace, catching her clothing. Doctors Raysor and Oliver attended. she rests as well as could be expected.
Satterwhite promotes Singer sewing machines citing five decades of experience. He notes Singer sales outpace all competitors combined and invites inquiries at phone 105. The message targets men with wives, urging prudence on certain purchases.
The rain Saturday night and the following freeze will benefit farming interests, improving soil readiness for planting. Most farms are plowed and awaiting a good rain to begin planting in earnest, with spring anticipated in a few weeks.
S B Wilson returns from eastern markets with an elegant line of spring and summer goods for his house. He asks Bryan ladies to watch for silk and wash suits waists skirts to be displayed when arrived. Mrs Parker expert milliner from the East to oversee millinery parlors.
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