Mysterious killing of Frank Lanza shocks Brazos County
The body of Frank Lanza a well known Italian farmer was found in a pasture near Bryan and Skull Prairie road. An inquest was begun by Justice I D McGee with the sheriff noting the possibility the body was moved from town after Lanza’s last sighting on Saturday when he paid taxes and left with a mule. An autopsy by Dr. Harrison confirmed a broken neck and the crime remains under investigation.
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Frank Lanza
Bryan and
Skull Prairie
W. W. Griffin
I. D. McGee
Lanza
Ces
R. H. Harrison
Pai
Sheridall
Eagle
Islue
Brazos County
Harrison
The Great Wendling Tonight at Carnegie Hall
George R Wendling renowned as an ora tor will present The Man of Galilee at Carnegie Hall in the city tonight at 8 30. Admission is 75 cents general and 50 cents for school children with seats on sale at Haswell's.
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Bryan Lyceum
George R. Wendling
Carnegie Hall
Haswell
Haswell’s
Notice to City Taxpayers on Feb 1 Poll Tax Ban
City warns taxpayers that after February 1 poll tax payments are not accepted for the current year. A 10 percent delinquent fee will be added to all unpaid property taxes, and the delinquent tax list will be prepared for publication. Frank Clarke, 46 City Secretary.
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Frank Clarke
For Sale Saddle and Harness Horse Mare for Sale
For sale saddle and harness items from H. E. Peverley. One combination mare about 15 hands, seven years old, safe and gentle. See location or contact for viewing.
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H. E. Peverley
Appointment of Major L McInnis to A & M College Board
Governor Campbell announced seven new board directors for the A M College, including Major L McInnis of the First National Bank. McInnis expressed surprise and gratitude, joining reappointed members A Haidusek of LaGrange and K Legget of Abilene. New appointees also include Jot Gunter W P Sebastian T B Rowell R T Milner and Waltop Poteet.
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A. and M. College
Campbell
Major L. McInnis
First National Bank
Major McInnis
Major MclIu
Nis
Fine stock for sale from Bryan buyers in January
The Eagle prints an offer of fine stock for sale including a fine Spanish breed and the renowned Kentucky Pride. Jno Humphreys Marlin will offer two animals at the sale and invites interested buyers to view the stock forthcoming in Bryan.
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Eagle
T Be
Bryan
Jno. Humphreys Marlin
Jack
Stolen Cow Seeks Clues in Bryan Texas
Strayed or stolen dark blue gray cow marked over half crop on left ear and under slope on right ear with M brand on right hip. Liberal reward offered for information. Contact A. E. Withers Bryan Texas R F D No 4.
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A. E. Withers
Bryan
Texas
Queen Quality Spring Low Cut Shoes Arrive
New Queen Quality low cut shoes for spring arrive from 39 Wilson and Edge showcasing the latest style materials and lasts.
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Wilson & Edge
Frigid Weather Grips France as Seine Freezes Over
Frigid weather across eastern Europe spreads to France with temperatures 10 to 17 degrees below zero. The Seine and lakes near Paris are frozen enabling Parisians to skate outdoors as several deaths from freezing are reported amid the cold.
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River Seine
Paris
Europe
France
Ten Thousand Bales Removed Amid Mississippi Flood Fear
At Vicksburg Mississippi on January 23 ten thousand bales of cotton were moved from lower compresses in anticipation of rising water. A flood stage of fifty two feet is predicted which would submerge Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railway tracks.
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Vicksburg
Miss
Mississippi
Yazoo
Mississippi Valley
Bailey Reelected Sparks Cooke County Celebration
Gainesville Texas residents mark Senator Bailey's reelection with a countywide turnout. A bonfire lights the night as J. Z. Keet addresses more than 6,000 people from a high platform. He condemns a Dallas News telegram and burns it, plus Cosmopolitan and Chicago American issues.
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Cooke County
Bailey
Gainesville
Tex
Senator Bailey
J. Z. Keet
Keet
Dallas News
Chicago American
Senate
Francis demands withdraw or testify in Bailey oil case
Nevada Mo January 23. Hon David R Francis telegraphed Texas house speaker and senate presiding officers demanding the charges against him and his brother be withdrawn or that he be summoned to testify. He denies any attempt to influence Senator Bailey or any member of the national or state legislature and asks for withdrawal or a Texas inquiry.
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Nevada
David R. Francis
Texas House
Senate
Bailey
Waters-Pierce Oil Company
Mr. Francis
Texas
Burial of Frank Grice in San Antonio
The editor and publisher Frank Grice of the Daily Express was laid to rest in Dignowity cemetery after simple Episcopal services. A long funeral cortege procession followed brief rites at his home led by Rev. Dr. J. L. Patten, then obsequies at St. Mark's cathedral by Dean W. H. Richardson. Short interment ceremonies marked the grave.
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Frank Grice
San Antonio
The
Daily Express
Dignowity
Episcopal Church
J. L. Patten
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FE. H. Astin
Albert W. Wilk
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J. N. Cole
G. S. Parker
MO. K. Parker
A. W. Wilkerson
Emmet & Maloney
Progressive Druggists
Hunter & CH Tham
L. L. McInnis
Francis
Geo. R. Wendling
the Man OF
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Carnegie
E.J. Fountain
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