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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
3
The Bryan Morning Eagle notes strong support for the educational amendment in Brazos County and praises rallies by Superintendent Parker and teachers. It contrasts political activity with the idea that high yields come from fertilizer and cultivation and comments on figures in national politics.
An advance notice declares the Cotton Pickers band of minstrel musicians led by George Jones will headline the Grand on November 7 as the top feature. The Dandy Dixie Minstrels boast the ensemble’s soloist strength and summer success at Wistaria Grove New York. Campbell Meaux heads forty performers while Nellie H Ballard of Levy Bros Houston handles orders.
In Spokane Washington Sam and Brady Cuban bloodhounds owned by Harry McDermott traced a seven day old scent for over ten hours to locate the body of Fred Kloeber on Rooster Comb mountain near Green River. Kloeber and M Kumle perished in a blizzard while trapped in the hills ten days prior.
Farmers in Rutherford County Tennessee are earning high prices for red cedar rails used as fencing. The American Pencil Company is buying rails, with one farmer selling 150 000 rails for about 15000 and another selling rails for 7500 to remain on the farm for five years. The company has purchased about 150000 dollars in rails since its plant opened.
Paris cab inet ministers scientists and distinguished figures accept Aero club of France invitation to honor Wilbur Wright tonight. Wright will receive a medal for his aviation achievements following successful Le Mans flights that drew global attention. Field drawing of A and M Texas football gridiron appears in Brandon and Lawrence show window.
Houston nov 5 plans emerge for consolidating Farmers Union cotton warehouse firms with central HQ in New Orleans or other location. Two meetings set in Memphis and New Orleans November 11 12 to discuss the move. Warehouse men and union reportedly backing the merger with directors resigning to join the new venture.
The Red River Improvement association begins a two day convention in Denison Texas with delegates from Texas Louisiana Arkansas and Oklahoma. Citizens welcome the visitors and Elks provide entertainment. Speakers include Governor Blanchard and Congressman Randell of Louisiana John H Stephens of Texas Charles D Carter of Oklahoma and R M Wallace of Arkansas among others.
Oren Root, Metropolitan street railway manager and Hamilton college professor’s nephew, wed Ada de Acosta at her mother’s Madison Avenue residence. About 150 relatives and intimate friends attended a subdued ceremony with no bridesmaids or ushers due to mourning. Mr. De Rahm served as best man.
Madison November fifth The winter dairy course for cheese and butter makers at the University of Wisconsin dairy school opened with a large enrollment. The twelve week program runs to January twenty eight followed by the farmers course. Professor E H Farrington, recently back from Europe, is among the principal lecturers.
From the Battalion A big Friday football game on the Academy grounds pitches Waco High School undefeated in four games against Allen Academy undefeated in three. The winner likely secures the Central Texas championship in a 1A battle royal. Notable: two A and M alumni in the present eleven excite cadets and Academy alumni.
The ninth annual Pennsylvania Congress of Mothers opens in Oil City with sessions through Saturday. The program emphasizes improving cooperation between parents and teachers and features discussions on strengthening home school collaboration. Lord Northcliffe visits New York and attends Pilgrims banquet with Lady Northcliffe.
In Detroit on November 5 Bishop John S. Foley of the Catholic diocese marked his 75th birthday with numerous testimonials from the priesthood and laity. This month he also observes the twentieth anniversary of his elevation to bishopric. A new physics instructor, Mr Durr, a Tulane graduate of 1908, recently joined after working in New Orleans. Also new in free hand drawing is Mr Booth from MIT.
A merchant advertises fresh home ground meals promising quality and value. The brief note urges customers to try the new offerings and place orders directly with the shop.
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