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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1923
Page
2
Entry records show Bry an Texas post office classification as second class matter under congressional act of 1878. Lee J. Rountree is listed as manager editor with a 7.50 membership in the Associated Press. The date of entry is April 23, 1912.
McAllen residents C. H. Pease and W. E. Dix gift the Eagle editor a crate of grape fruit to honor his work on Texas reclamation. The letter praises irrigation and the Hidalgo valley’s growth from $1 per acre to $1,000, noting water conservation and rising land values. The note also salutes local figures W. E. Dixon C. H. Pease W. R. Montgomery Ed R. Bentley John H. Sharry J. C. Montgomery and A. L. Lewis.
Min eral Wells editor cites Lee Rountree and reports Senator Tom Pollard of Tyler shifted his stance to tie the roll at 14 all. Pollard says the change followed due deliberation drawing a parallel to historic Supreme Court reversals on the federal income tax.
E A Peters of Harvey visited the city today on business, stopping at local offices and meetings. The trip highlights ongoing commercial ties between Harvey and urban firms.
The Bryan Eagle notes that while government costs rise and taxes increase, so do private sector costs. It argues higher outlays reflect broader government scope including education and services once unavailable, with education bills growing as facilities expand to all citizens. Lack of economy plays a smaller role than new governmental activities.
The Austin American accuses Senator Bailey of demagoguery over taxes and war debt. It argues that wartime profits and inefficiency drive 100 percent higher overhead, making taxes unavoidable and prices inflated from producer to consumer. It calls for a new vision of duty and accountability.
Waco area observers report wood rats that once filled the Brazos river section have migrated away. Hunters and locals say tracks along the riverbank are scarce now, with few rat footprints found on the banks.
A critic accuses the newspaper of bias while praising its service to the town. The quote frames the paper as a public asset and the critic as an obstacle to community improvement.
The Bryan Woman's Club held its final 3 p.m. meeting of the year with full attendance except president Mrs. Frank L. Webb who was absent due to bereavement. Reports highlighted yearlong activities, 50 letters written, and a $65 scholarship plan for rural girls. New members were elected and incoming president Mrs. W. B. Cline pledged continued activity.
County Agent C. L. Benson and Miss Laura Belle Roten visited Knob Prairie Woodville and Benchley to meet with local club youths. Mrs. W. S. Howell chaired rural work for the Bryan Woman's Club and attended a Steep Hollow picnic hosted by the local youths.
Secretary S E Eberstadt of the Bryan Chamber of Commerce returned from Austin Sunday morning after aiding Representative Rountree in advocating A and M College before the Appropriation and Finance Committees. He spent three days in Austin coordinating the legislators trip to Bryan and College and worked tirelessly for the college. The Eagle offers flowers for the living and thanks to Eberstadt for his efforts this week.
Fire crews arrived at 8 37 this morning to Johnnie Phillips home on West 25th street where flames had breached the roof. Fire was under control upon arrival with neighbors warning occupants. the house owned by W T James. Immediate cause traced to a faulty flue and a second recent fire at the same location noted.
Thirty-two men attended Rev. C. N. Calmes Bible class at the county courthouse district room. County Judge H. O. Ferguson was elected president with Charlie Ayers as vice president and D. S. Buchanan as secretary and treasurer. The lecture on The Divorce Evil lasted about 40 minutes. Next Sunday the class meets at 10:00 with 9:45 opening at the church. lecture on How Do We Know the Bible Is True. All men not attending Sunday school elsewhere are invited.
Mrs E W Bounds of Fort Worth president of the Texas Division United Daughters of the Confederacy will visit the Bryan chapter this week. She attends the New Orleans convention and will stop in Bryan on return. Members will be notified of the date and expected to attend a special meeting in her honor.
County Agent C L Benson and A M College extension worker led a town hall trip to Lyons for a new boys and girls club. C S Evans H D Cuykendall joined Bryan Daily Eagle staff, Benson family accompanied, talks and songs featured at the meeting. Bryan visitors returned home in the early morning hours.
V J Boriskie of Bryan reports his Barred Plymouth Rock pullet laid an egg each day for 80 consecutive days from November 25 to February, totaling 102 eggs in 109 days and 116 this season. Poultry expert T J Conway calls her a true laying hen type. A photo and Boriskie trap-nesting system are shown at Parker Astin Hardware.
Motor travel through Bryan grows with springlike days and continued pleasant weather. A tourists camp here would draw travelers from north and south to see the city, schools, and colleges and spend money with local merchants.
Mr and Mrs C M Risinger Mr and Mrs R E Jones and Miss Bertie Risinger of Steep Hollow were in Bryan today.
Rev J C Welch of Hugo Oklahoma preached Sunday night at the First Christian church substituting for Rev C N Calmes. He spoke on Building a Great Church noting vision sustains a church and that laypeople in the pews build the church not the preacher.
Brazos County A and M club plans a mid May county picnic for ex students and families. The April 21 meeting featured D X Bible W H Williams and the 1923 basketball team. Col W B Cook will create an Alma Mater song to debut April 21 broadcast on the local station.
County Agent C. L. Benson conducted a vaccination demonstration at the Martin slaughter pens on Friday morning, inoculating over 140 hogs to prevent cholera.
Official publication from Brazos County Texas commands sheriffs to publish a probate citation for Oscar B. Park guardian appointment. The order, dated April 4 1923, sets April 16 1923 to contest before the County Court with a return on the next term. The estate value is listed as 2500 dollars.
Court issues a writ directing contest of temporary guardian C M Risinger for Curtis Myrtie and Gladys Bullock minors with estate valued around 1400 dollars. Hearing set at Brazos County Courthouse on April 16, 1923 during a regular term. writ dated April 4, 1928. Sheriff and clerk certify copy as true.
Work has begun on a brick addition to the city power plant to house the recently purchased large engine. The concrete foundation will support the structure. City manager E. E. McAdams expects to receive final foundation plans about Wednesday. Materials for the building are on the ground.
Master Tommy Rotello of Dallas is visiting his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. John De Plessina in Steele Store during a family visit.
Dr. John A. Held reports Tyler hosted the largest Sunday school class convention in Texas with 1068 delegates plus visitors. A banquet fed 1200, 45 volunteers aided serving, and Miss Suber’s class won the pennant for best record this year and the history of the convention.
A Jubilee meeting at Bryan Baptist Sunday school celebrated the Intermediate Department led by Miss Elizabeth Suber receiving the State Banner for efficiency. Ten girls presented the banner while Allen Academy boys cheered the victory. Mrs. John A. Held and others delivered program echoes from the Ty ler Bible Convention. Plans outline a 1924 state contest entry.
Kurten ladies enjoyed a profitable club gathering on Wednesday April 4. Poultry specialist Myrtle Murray led an instructional poultry judging demonstration, followed by a round table on marketing conditions. President Everett Martin announced plans for a canning campaign an upcoming play and a fair exhibit. Membership has more than tripled in six to seven months with demand for two meetings monthly.
J W Sandifer and family moved to Bryan on Saturday as he begins a Bowser Co. sales headquarters. He previously led Bowser salesmen and has long county ties with Swift & Co. and Central Texas Grocery Co. The couple reside at the Batt cottage on South Washington Street as Bryan welcomes them.
Earle Houston of Tunis visited Bryan on Friday for business matters.
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Perone of Steele Store were Bryan visitors Friday, joined by T. C. Cangog dace and Felix Roteller.
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