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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1925

Page

2

Bryan Weefly Eagle Office Entry Notice

Entry published at Bryan Texas on April 22 1972 as second class matter under act of Congress March 6 1878. Mrs LEE J. ROUNDREEe managing editor.

Bryan Texas

Half and Half Cotton and Market Realities

Upshur county farmers abandon half and half cotton as markets vary. Some sell below current long staple prices while others fail to sell. Extra long staple cotton commands premiums for balloon tire makers, but good quart size cotton remains in demand.

Upshur County Gilmer Mirror Gourdania Dallas News

Bryan High Star Cortemeglia Shines in Track Field Events

Jinx Tucker notes Christopher Cortemeglia of Bryan High shows fine form in S. M. JU track team field events. The former Bryan star may become a standout football player next year, with speed and power but needs to improve defense and quick thinking to reach his potential.

Christopher Cortemeglia Bryan High S. M. JU Bryan Jinx Tucker Waco News-Tribune

Worth of Good Roads

The Pampa News argues good roads bring prosperity and progress. They enable cheaper farm haulage, higher profits, education, and a fuller life, asserting nationwide good roads equal widespread happiness and growth.

Pampa

Greer announces daughter's marriage in Winter Park Florida

Mr and Mrs John William Greer announce the marriage of their daughter Inez May to Mr James Harold Hill on Friday the third of April 1925 in Winter Park Florida. The Hills will reside at Boulevard Apartments Winter Park after April fifteenth. The Greers formerly lived in Bryan where Mr Greer served as city manager for several years.

Bryan John William Greer Inez May James Harold Hill Winter Park Florida Boulevard Apartments Greer's Greer

Another New Home for College Boulevard

Dirt was broken Monday for laying the foundation of the cottage home of Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Poole on College Boulevard near the Boy Scout house. The frame five room dwelling will include built in furniture and modern conveniences with open porches. It will join a growing list of cottage homes on College boulevard contributing to Bryan’s growth.

B. T. Poole College Boulevard Boy Scout House Bryan

Stasny Elected President of Brazos County Farm Bureau

A county Farm Bureau meeting at the Brazos County Court House with about 75 members elected officers for the year. Jno Stasny became president, J A Henry vice president, J A Tobias treasurer, Krm. Buchanan district cotton agent, R F E Buchanan secretary and reporter. The advisory board was selected including W H George and J A Rychlik. The December report noted 1924 cotton payments of 19 cents per pound to members with plans to organize the county for 1925 operations. Brazos delivered over 800 bales, totaling about 8000 dollars in payments to members.

Brazos County Farm Bureau County Court House Atendance Jno Texas Farm Bureau Cotton Association R. F E. Buchanan County Farm Bureau

Home is the foundation of good in today and tomorrow

A compact urging individuals to care for their own families and conduct rather than rely on neighbors or laws. It emphasizes the home as the basis of virtue and service, advocating personal responsibility over external regulation.

Implied jail release questions and local gossip in Mineral Wells

Fragmentary remarks suggest public sentiment about William Shepherd possibly leaving jail. A Mineral Wells Index note hints at a party scene and a careless auto driver incident involving a local resident. The piece closes with a general moral about happiness from serving others.

Bryan Camp 104 delegates head to Grand Encampment

J. W. Hamilton past commander and T. A. Satterwhite depart Bryan Sunday night to attend the State Grand Encampment of the Woodmen of the World in San Antonio. Mrs Willie Johnson also travels as a delegate from the Woodman Circle.

Bryan San Antonio J. W. Hamilton T. A. Satterwhite Woodmen of the World Willie Johnson Woodman Circle

Worms and Parasites Diminish Children's Health

Old column notes worm infestations weaken children and undermine health. References a regimen with vermifuge treatment and mentions a local store selling goods.

Bryon Review Social Meeting and Initiation Ceremony

Bryan Review No 120 Woman’s Benefit Association of Maccabees held a combined business and social meeting Friday night with the initiation of Mrs H P Smith and Mrs Katie Brockman into the order. Mrs J R Wright presided as commander with an all-woman officer slate. A cake drawing awarded to Mrs Forrest Jones and a social hour followed with refreshments served.

Bryan Masons Initiated into Hemphill Lodge in Wheelock

Guy Harris and Vistor Harris of Bryan were initiated into Hemphill Masonic Lodge of Wheelock Friday night taking their Masters Degree. They were joined by Dr. C A Searcy Walter Holden S C Hoyle and Tom Powers. Hundreds of Masons from Franklin Hearne North Zulch attended. Refreshments followed with lectures by Dr. Searcy and S C Hoyle illustrating Masonry.

Guy Harris Vistor Harris Bryan Hemphill

Blue Star Remedy Ad Promises Quick Itch Relief

An advertisement offers Blue Star Remedy for eczema itching and skin sores. It claims the remedy penetrates to the seat of trouble, provides immediate relief, does not stain clothing, and has a pleasant odor. Roman & Vick advertise the product.

Roman & Vick Adv

Two Cars Smashed In Collision On College Road

Sunday morning on College avenue about a mile from town Mrs A B Ewing owner of a Ford and J R Fain collided with a Ford driven by a Gulf Tire Company employee in Houston. Mrs Ewing suffered minor damage while the other car had greater damage. No injuries were reported. The Gulf Tire Company will cover repairs.

College Road College Avenue A. B. Ewing J. R. Fain Ford Gulf Tire Company Houston Fain Gulf Tire Company of Houston

Crosby Minor Injury After College Avenue Collision

Richard Crosby of A and M College was bruised and cut after a car driven by Dr. Lamar Jones struck him on College Avenue. Crosby was hurled about 15 feet, treated at the hospital, and reported only slightly worse for the accident which authorities labeled unavoidable.

Richard Crosby A. and M. College Lamar Jones College Avenue A. D. Martin Mr. Key

Kurten Community Club Celebrates Texas Heritage Night

Kurten residents enjoyed a Saturday meeting of the Kurten Community Club with Hamp Buchanan presiding. Miss Johnnie Saho played piano as the audience sang, and Leland Sherwood Marsh and McDonald presented a multi-part tribute to Texas with poems, pictures, songs, and talks highlighting Alamo heroes and Texas life.

Kurten Hamp Buchanan Johnnie Saho Bryan Texas Leland Alamo Marsh Messrs Munson Parks Cox Ratcliffe

Illness Befalls J. J. Brown En Route to College

J. J. Brown of Austin assistant director of Vocational Agriculture in the Texas state department of education suffered an acute illness while traveling from Hearne to College Station. He stopped at Bryan Hospital for treatment and is expected to recover enough to leave this afternoon. A 1912 A&M College graduate, Brown was accompanied by C. Davis, director of agriculture.

J. J. Brown State Department of Education Austin Hearne College Station Lie Bryan Hospital A. and M. College

Reduced I. G. N. fares for San Antonio fiesta events

I. G. N. announces reduced rates for San Jacinto Fiesta and Battle of Flowers in San Antonio. Tickets sold April 18 to 24 include return by April 27. trains arriving before noon on the 25th have return by the 27th. Special low rates apply for tickets sold April 28 with trains arriving the morning of the 24th and return by the 25th. See local ticket agent for full details.

San Jacinto San Antonio I.G. N Battle of Flowers

Temperature Records at A and M College for Week Ended

Readings from the Division of Entomology show daily maximums and minimums for the week starting March 30. Monday 80 61, Tuesday 86 60, Wednesday 90 63, Thursday 65, Friday 54, Saturday 72 54, Sunday 80 55. Average 79 56.

Division of Entomology F. L. Thomas

Easterly Party Joins Pecan Budding Demo May Sixth

Kinsey and two sons from Easterly travel to Bryan for a pecan budding demonstration. The county agent announces pecan day will be May 6 rather than April 6. Kinsey, living on Dr. A Caswell Ellis’ farm, aims to learn budding methods and will join the crew at Edge on May 6.

Kinsey Edge

Ewin Gaby Named De Molay Officer in Brazos Chapter

The Brazos Chapter Order of De Molays elected officers for 1925 at a Saturday 8 p.m. meeting in the Masonic building. James Pipkin M C Geo Martin S C Ewin Gaby J C. New members spoke on the work and the next meeting will be in the Masonic hall with parents urged to attend.

Brazos Order of de Molays Masonic James Pipkin M. C Geo. Martin S. C Ewin Gaby J. C R. & Dansby I. E. Dowd J. D. Martin G. A. Long S. C. Hoyle W. A. Duncan Masonic Lodge Masonic Hall

Red Cross Appeals for Donations to Tornado Areas

Brazos county Red Cross secretary Mrs. Albert Buchanan will collect cash gifts for relief in storm struck Southern Illinois Missouri and Indiana. W M Baxter Jr appeals for funds and directs immediate forward to division headquarters in St Louis. No local canvass will be conducted.

Brazos County American Red Cross Albert Buchanan Home Service W. M. Baxter, Jr St. Louis Illinois Missouri Indiana

Aggie Band Concerts Suspended for Two Sundays

The Aggie Band will suspend regular Sunday afternoon concerts for two weeks. Band conductor Richard J. Dunn announced that many members will be away this Sunday, and next Sunday the entire group travels to Corsicana to enter the East Texas Band Teachers Association contest.

Bryan Dally Hage College Station Aggie Richard J. Dunn Corsicana East Texas Band Teachers’ Association

Wm Hudspeth of Tabor in Bryan Saturday

Wm Hudspeth of Tabor was reported to have traveled to Bryan for activities on Saturday.

Wm. Hudspeth of Tabor Bryan

Bryan and Brazos Chamber Discuss Advertising Schemes

The Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce board debated endorsing the advertising and soliciting committee to deter low merit schemes and prevent fraud. New members were added to the membership committee, and many applicants were rejected for lack of merit. The group urged public backing to sustain the committee and urged individuals to demand endorsements from solicitors.

Bryan and Brazos County Bryan Eberstadt Chamber of Commerce Bryant

Fire at College Last Night Threatened Loss

A rubbish heap behind the building housing James Drug Store No 8 and the Campus Grocery at College caught fire threatening destruction. The College fire department arrived promptly and with chemicals prevented major damage to stocks and fixtures. At 8 o'clock last night the blaze was controlled.

James Drug Store College

Books overdue at Bryan Carnegie Library appeal for return

New books placed in circulation at Bryan Carnegie Library include Arrow mith Sinclair Lewis Geological Story Dana Geology of Physical and Historical Cleland Carolinians Sabatini Father Abraham L Baer clor Nina S Ert2 Reckless Lady Philip Fitts Old Ladies H Wal pole Happy Isle Basil King and Who Is Who in Music and Drama. Return these by Friday April 10 with one weekly late day for overdue items.

Bryan Carnegie Library Arrowmith Sinclair Lewis Dana Cleland Sabatini Father Abraham L Baer Clor Nina

Hart announces wedding of La Douska Hart to Yvonn Myres

Mr and Mrs Sterling P Hart announce the marriage of their daughter La Douska to Mr Yvonn Cameron Myres on Wednesday April 1 1925 in Commerce Texas. At home Greenville Texas. The bride is granddaughter of Mrs W J Walker of this city and many friends extend sincere congratulations.

Bryan Sterling P. Hart la Douska Yvonn Cameron Myres Commerce Texas Greenville W. J. Walker

Haltom of Benchley Visits Bryan Today

L. M. Haltom of Benchley is in Bryan for a day of local business and social engagements.

L. M. Haltom Benchley

Mrs Cochran suffers axe accident in home

While cleaning up the rear of their home Mr Cochran split boars with an axe when the head flew off. Mrs Cochran caught the axe but the blade cut her hand badly gashing a finger and nearly severing it. The wound is healing well now with a fortunate ending.

Dorozone Healing Treatment Promoted for Home and Stable

The Dorozone treatment for flesh wounds and sores is advertised as effective for both humans and animals. The process uses liquid Borozone to wash out germs, followed by Borozone Powder. Liquid prices are 30¢ 60¢ and 1 20. Powder costs 30¢ and 60¢. Sold by Jenkins' Drug Store.

Jenkins’ Drug Store

March Report From Brazos County Nurse

The report for March by County Public Health Nurse Miss Elizabeh Cucti lists 77 cases carried for the month with 2 referred to county physicians and 1 to a family physician. It notes 12 office conferences, 82 office tours, 1 committee meeting, 5 prenatal calls, 2 instructive infant and pre school calls, 2 maternity calls, 14 school children calls, 11 miscellaneous calls, 2 personal and home hygiene classes, total attendance 117, infant and pre school conferences 4, total attendance 22, 15 schools visited, 77 school children inspected with 44 defective and 8 corrected, 5 classroom talks, 48 notes to parents.

Elizabeh Cucti

Joe T McGee Hurt in Fall From Car at City National Bank

Joe T McGee injured after his foot caught while alighting from a car with George Edge. He struck his head on the pavement near the City National Bank about 2 20 this afternoon and was rushed to medical attention as a crowd gathered.

Joe T. McGee George Edge City National Bank Mr. McGee

Herbine on the shelf offers constant relief at home

A bottle of Herbine is described as like having a doctor in the house. It is said to give instant relief when digestion is off or bowels fail to act, with one or two doses starting motion and restoring buoyancy. Price 60c. Sold by

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