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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1909
Page
2
A Bryan Texas notice laments opposing views about laws and growth. It notes Texas prosperity, calls for repeal of a pistol tax, praises Panama Canal impact, and argues for sewer systems over rhetoric. Commentary cites Dallas cement output and Southwest growth as signs of a rising region.
Commentary suggests Castro has not been called a fool. If he returns to Venezuela as threatened, it could trigger a major reassessment of his leadership and influence worldwide.
Chief Justice Mitchell criticizes the president as ignorant about American government. A Boston physician ridicules heating costs, and a lawyer jokes about heating. Scientists note ample air yet widespread lung starvation deaths.
The Gulf of Mexico port at Aransas Pass is designated as a United States navy supply base and rendezvous for the fleet essential to canal control after Panama Canal completion. This strategic move highlights Texas importance to national defense and naval operations.
A San Antonio inventor Leonidas W. Avant developed a device to extract honey from hives without opening them. The patented suction process caps honey cells and pumps honey into market jars while preserving combs and bees. The invention, amid Texas honey regions and Uvalde’s large production, may boost profitability. Found in buggy at J. W. Hunnicutt’s stable. owner may claim by identifying and paying.
Seventeen of Washington state’s thirty seven counties will induct public school superintendents for a two year term starting January 11. The list names women in Asotin Benton Clallam Cowlitz Ferry Franklin Garfield Island Kittitas Mason Pacific Skamania Snohomish Stevens Wahkiakum Walla Walla Whatcom counties plus results from recent elections show incumbents retained seats in nine counties and three men or three women changed seats. Daisy L Hard of Stevens county won by 202 plurality, ousting a Republican majority.
In San Antonio on January seventh special reports discuss Mexico's likely transition after President Diaz. They say Vice President Raymond Corrall would succeed without contest, with Reyes or other statesmen as possible names. Americans with $50 to $70 million invested expect government aid to maintain order if needed.
In San Antonio on January 7 confidence grows among livestock and onion growers. Angora goat raisers seek to maintain duties on wool and skins while cattle raisers press to keep hides taxed. Onion growers via The Southern Truck Growers Association press Texas congressmen to oppose scrapping foreign onion duties.
San Antonio announces that the Detroit Tigers of the American Association will train in the city this winter with President Haven noting disappointment at Hot Springs. The St. Louis Cardinals will also train in Texas and a series of games with major Texas cities is expected, as winter tourism and sports thrive in the climate.
Topeka Kansas January seventh lawmakers preparing a busy agenda for the forthcoming session include a dining car meal price regulation bill a free state dormitory for members and a law to confirm death before burial. Other proposals cover forcing chicken branding jail terms for political bribery and state bank deposit guarantees with school text book publication and tax law amendments also likely. The United States Senate seat is effectively decided with Bristow chosen in the primary.
The Forest Service reports in the last fiscal year ended June 30 that settlers received over 30,000 free use permits supplying about 264000 cords of firewood posts poles and saw logs worth 169320. States earned 447664 from 25 percent of forest income for schools and roads and cash and free timber totaling 616384 to offset taxes.
Greek colony members in New York marked their Christmas with family gatherings and religious services. Due to the Julian calendar lag of thirteen days, Greek and Russian children wait nearly two weeks after neighbors to celebrate. Gift exchanges occur mainly at Easter.
Eben Draper became governor of Massachusetts succeeding Curtis Guild Jr after a noon ceremony in the Massachusetts State House hall. Louis Frothingham was sworn in as lieutenant governor. The event drew state officials lawmakers and many citizens. Wanted to buy a pair of well broke mules aged six to eight years old. G B Parker 30
The Texas Agriculture Department estimates 1908 corn production at over 200 million bushels, the highest in state history, up about 46 million from 1907. Average yield near 26 bushels per acre, lifting Texas to fifth in national output with potential to become the top corn producer within ten years.
Advert reads four acres with a modern five room house near a graded school for rent. Another four room house with two lots one block from the graded school is offered. Apply to Joe Greland.
Advertises Hyomei as a decisive catarrh cure made from eucalyptus. Breathing the inhaler over nasal membranes reportedly ends germs and discharge in days. Offer by E J Jenkins backs a money back guarantee if Hyomei fails to cure catarrh after a fair trial. Outfit priced at 1.00 with 0.50 for extra bottles, claims also to treat asthma croup sore throat coughs colds or grip.
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