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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1908
Page
3
Florence Fairbanks notes that current fashion blends easy wear with elegance for women of ordinary figures and moderate means. She cites tailored frocks with versatile lines, ready made blouses in wide color ranges, and luxe trims like net sleeves and soutache embroidery. New muffs and the spring fur collar add novelty for both day and indoor events.
Washington reports completion of plans to set up six regional headquarters across the West and Northwest. Each district will have a district forester and specialized chiefs overseeing grazing lands products lands silviculture and operations. Almost 400 foresters clerks and other staff will transfer, with salary increases to reflect higher West costs of living.
Chicago reports a new lumber combination forming with Edward Hines named president. The Tribune notes a $20,000,000 placeholder, while rivals warn of limitless capitalization and potential price fixing. The group allegedly controls white pine and influences hemlock and other regional pines, with Mr. Weyerhaeuser linked to Mississippi supply.
New York readers hear of a subway ticket agent defending rule limits against a Merry Widow hat case. Harlem burlesque, Madison Square Garden finances, and a Jersey City pastor’s election prayer story mix with Rockefeller autobiography talk. Taxicab perils, New York Health Dept Otisville sanitarium friction with Jewish patients, and a closing remark on a retired man.
A local letter from a retired businessman asks for suggestions to avoid death by ennui after amassing wealth. The editor publishes the responses, ranging from serious to silly, noting that a college education could have filled his sunset days with activity.
News from Plaquemine Louisiana reports a 150 foot section of the Mississippi River levee caved in endangering the area near the Plaquemine locks which are nearing completion. Temporary salvage is impossible and the gates must withstand potential high water if more of the levee fails.
A heavy storm hit Callao bay paralyzing work as enormous waves overwhelmed the wharves. The sea surged higher than in thirty years creating a townwide panic in Lima on November 27.
The Nonpartisan Anti-Prohibition club, a trades unionist organization, issued a call for a statewide anti prohibition convention to be held in San Antonio on December 14. At least 2,000 delegates are expected to attend.
A full Grand Opera House audience enjoyed the comedy Miss Hursey from Jersey presented by Marion-Woods and their capable company. Review lauds Miss Marion as a natural artist and notes lively laughter throughout the performance ahead of Monday and Tuesday engagements.
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