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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
2
More than a month ago miles of idle railroad cars clogged county sidings. Since mid May the movement of early South crops cut idle cars by about half and some areas fear a future car famine. The panic has eased and moved into history.
Five day sale at Hunter and Chatham’s with men’s Oxfords discounted. Prices drop from 3.50 to 2.80, 4.00 to 3.20, 5.00 to 3.95. Panama and Felt hats reduced by 25 percent. Shop at 168.
The Eagle endorses a specific review of the statute book and urges openness from the Commercial Secretaries movement. It notes a McKinney Courier-Gazette editorial on the issue, with candidates for state senate on the platform. Also covered are political moves in Montana Missouri West Virginia and responses by Taft Gore Debs and Debs campaign plans.
A McKinney Courier-Gazette summary notes the Fewer Laws Better Laws movement opposes adding numerous new laws, urging amending key statutes to attract investment. It argues excessive changes unsettle investors, hurts farmers and business, and calls for stability while permitting targeted improvements.
The inquiry into conditions at A and M College resumes with Hon. Tom Devenport joining as counsel for patrons. Judge Scott represents President Harrington while Judge Sumners defends the Alumni. Several witnesses testified, mainly cumulative, with Rev. Powell's testimony sparking the defense. The board adjourned to this morning after a tense session and unresolved charges.
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