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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1898
Page
2
A first person report describes a clash where a local force met an advancing band under the French flag. Many died, muskets and ammunition were used, and survivors claimed to have slain the rebels, with only a few drownings noted in a bog. Troops have since been stationed around the area. The writer rushes to send this message and asks for a reply.
A church deacon sat on a carpet tack and sprang up uttering two words. The second word was it. The first word remains to be guessed. Send one dollar for a year of the paper to participate in this mystery contest.
In a published letter from Harpers Round Table the author describes a rebellion in Ireland, noting bloodthirsty rebels, hunger, and siege conditions. The writer, armed with sword and pistol, laments stalled communications and frequent mail robberies near Dublin town.
The Philadelphia Times recalls Memorial Day as a national tribute to the heroic dead. Comrades and relatives will lay flowers at graves and public services by Grand Army posts will honor sacrifices made for the Union.
A dialogue between a volunteer adviser and a manager highlights a demand for more atmosphere in a theater piece. The manager recalls urging the leading lady to adopt more airs during rehearsals in Washington Star style.
In the latest Tradesman issue, Texas tops the states with 65 new industries in the second quarter. Tennessee follows with 63 and South Carolina with 62. Texas added 1 canning factory, 7 compresses and gins, 3 textile mills, 4 electric power firms, 3 mills, 8 foundries, 2 ice plants, 3 mines, 3 natural gas and oil firms, 4 refineries, 8 waterworks, 9 woodworking shops, and 15 miscellaneous establishments. Grand Old Texas shows strong postwar activity.
Dave Gilbert died at his brother George Gilbert's home on Cartwheel Prairie Tuesday. Burial followed Wednesday at Brightlight Graveyard with Rev. W. T. Wood presiding. He was raised locally, about twenty one or twenty two, and leaves a wife and one child.
An examination for applicants to the Sam Houston Normal at Bryan is scheduled for July 25 at 8:00 PM. The test will be conducted by Prof. S. H. Hickman of Bryan and W. L. Dean, representative of the Fifty Fifth District.
Buggies surreys hacks and closed carriages are available at Gooch's livery stable with prompt service and very low prices for all livery needs.
Palmer tours Burleson County and Brazos Robertson area to drum up interest in the Eagle Meteor Special Edition. He aims to cover Mudville to Mumford and Cook’s, encircling Bryan with friendly trade pressure and urging local merchants to prepare for a large fall sale of merchandise and hotels.
A study of 2 826 criminals at Louvain from 1874 to 1895 shows 12.4 percent were drunk at the time of crime and 44.7 percent were habitual drunkards overall. Among life sentences and death sentences these rates rise to 40.7 and 43.1 percent respectively, illustrating alcohol’s link to increasing crime severity.
During the Endeavor Convention in Boston a delegate suffered an incident as the event proceeded. Details remain sparse but officials report the matter is under review.
Local shop highlights complete bicycle repair services including tune ups wheel truing brake adjustments and chain replacements. They emphasize careful workmanship and offer advice on bike maintenance and safety checks for riders of all ages.
Gov. W B Bloxham recalls a 1528 Florida scene where Juan Ortez, bound for sacrifice, was spared by Hirrihugua's daughter who intervened. The tale frames Ortez's later life with De Soto, praising virtue and mercy as a Floridian historic romance. The narrative then notes girls needing professional hairdressing before school.
City officers include Mayor C. A. Adams and Marshall T. P. Boyett with Deputy R. H. Smith and Secretary Treasurer H. G. Rhodes. Aldermen listed with multiple names. County officers include Judge W. H. Harman and Clerk G. W. McMichael. tax roles held by J. J. Adams and J. J. Adams. Sheriff T. C. Nunn and District Clerk J. C. Williams. commissioners R. J. Deens Peter Thomas Felix Phillips P. H. Arrington.
Local church listings show Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Christian and Catholic services with times and Sunday school details. Fraternal groups include Knights Templar, R A M, A F and A M, K of P, W over th, and other lodges with meeting days, officers, and secretaries.
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