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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1925
Page
2
Bryan Weekly Eagle announces postal entry date April 22 1912 under act of Congress for Mrs Lee J Rountree as managing editor. Rates: Brazos County daily and six month prices listed. weekly Eagle in Brazos County priced at 1.60 per year. Published Thursdays and AP member with news republication rights noted.
The Bryan Daily Eagle invites signed letters up to 300 words on city and Brazos county issues. Public critics must submit their articles with names for potential printing and authorization to disclose authors. Libelous content may be withheld. Lay down the hammer and write with a pencil.
Clean-up week is over in Bryan yet the call to maintain cleanliness remains. The piece argues ongoing efforts reduce disease and costs, improve appearance for visitors, and boost local pride and business prospects. Continuous cleaning is framed as wise both for health and economy.
The fourth district Federation of Women's Clubs elects Mrs B Youngblood of College Station as president for the next term. Supporters say she has the training to lead well and bring credit to her community and the federation. Friends predict much will be accomplished under her leadership.
A speaker described Rotary as applied Christianity not to replace the church but to support it. The group pursues unselfish service and believes human happiness comes from helping the town state and community through cooperation with others seeking collective betterment.
Bryan Cemetery Association reports steady growth in its endowment fund as new donors add to the list of permanently endowed lots. George A. Adams, the president, notes two more names and plans to invest in bonds to fund future care.
The Bryan Chamber of Commerce endorses exploring a cotton twine mill in Bryan contingent on site costs, probable sales, and local funding. City development and finance committees to draft plans, with L. Henderson, L. Webb of Houston, and others speaking at the meeting.
Captain Albert M Guidero from Kelly Field and Staff Sergeant Mallory Hub visited A and M College in Bryan on Tuesday. They met with Secretary S E Eberstadt of the Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce to discuss a proposed site for an Army air service landing field near the city. No immediate action expected, as officers continue to survey possible locations.
The first picnic at Sue Haswell Memorial Park was held today to honor San Jacinto Day. Mayor Haswell funds the public park for Bryan and surrounding residents, ensuring its role as a shared recreation space. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. George Dunn and children, the McDowells, the Gardners, the Simonds, the Wards, and the Warrens and their children.
Under Mrs Geo F Lee new Sunbeam Band leader at First Baptist church a pep meeting Sunday afternoon elected officers for the year Ida Barron president Edna Pearle Ramsey vice president Colbert Held secretary Marie Stewart treasurer Anna Dean Held membership chairman Sue Wright program chairman and Miss Lala Deen Randolph assisting as pianist
The Woman's Missionary Society of the First Methodist church met in five groups at members' homes. Group No. 2 led by Mrs. W. A. Deaton reported 9 members, 7 visits to the sick, 47 chapters read, Paul as the study topic. Group No. 3 with Mrs. H. H. Seale heard China study and will report delegates from Houston district. Group No. 4 with Mrs. J. B. Priddy had 12 members and 3 visitors, Paul’s Last Journey to Jerusalem was read. Group No. 5 with Mrs. Nat Allen reported 7 members, 13 visits to sick and strangers, 44 Bible chapters read, China study led by Mrs. Caldwell and others. Next meeting set at church for joint session to hear Houston district delegates.
Brazos county changes home demonstration leadership as Miss Laura Belle Roten departs for Snyder Scurry county. New agent Miss Abbie Sevier arrives from Hillsboro to begin work and meet communities. Local residents extend best wishes and pledge cooperation.
The Borozone treatment heals flesh wounds in animals as in humans with liquid and powder forms. Wash out germs then apply Borozone powder for faster recovery. Liquid prices 30¢ 60¢ and $1.20 Powder 30¢ and 60¢ Sold by Jenkins' Drug Store.
The Bryan Bible Class at the Carnegie Library auditorium was organized as the Bryan Bible Club with 35 to 40 members enrolled. The group aims to study God's Word, print gospel literature, and offer nondenominational Christian instruction with no dues, funded by offerings.
Mr and Mrs W N Miller on a trip from Greenville Texas to New Orleans via the northern route returning southward via the southern route. They were in Bryan today visiting his brother J Bryan Miller city manager of Bryan. Mr Miller works in Greenville in the insurance business former home of the city manager.
Representative L. I. Carter of Buda and O. L. Miller of Buda visited the A. and M. College for the Smith-Hughes Interscholastic meet. Carter, serving in the 38th and 29th legislatures, praised the college after witnessing the farm boys from across Texas. Carter predicted 33 boosters for Aggieland in Hays County. Miller accompanied the group on his second trip to the college.
The Steep Hollow church hosted a crowded commencement with diplomas for five tenth grade graduates and certificates for three seventh grade students. Prof J D Barnett Jr presided with Misses Mattie Moore and Laura Mims aiding.
A large Brazos County gathering heard H. J. Schlafly of Great Eight Poultry Farm describe solid growth in the poultry sector. He urged focus on stock quality feed housing and breeding while outlining cooperative chick distributions to boost nationwide production and local impact.
The Bryan Delphian Chapter met Friday April 17 at 8 p m in the Carnegie Library Club rooms. Mrs Thomas Lundin led the session with Miss Caroline Kern guiding a discussion on English 19th Century Drama including classics and modern works.
An old advertisement urges giving White's Cream Vermifuge to children to destroy and expel worms. It claims the remedy strengthens vitality and reduces disease risk, with a note of a 35 cent price and bolded claims of safety and efficacy.
Tribune notes the 1893 debut of The Second Mrs Tanqueray and a recent Swan revival with Ethel Barrymore as Paula, prompting discussion on whether a woman with a past can reclaim society. It highlights changing social views and upcoming meeting on April 24 led by Mrs. W. S. Howell on Modern French Drama and a discussion of Cyrano de Bergerac.
A weekly tabulation shows daily maximum and minimum temperatures recorded by the Division of Entomology at A and M College led by J L Thomas. Data cover Monday to Sunday with highs from 88 to 93 and lows from 60 to 68, averaging 91 and 64 degrees.
A well attended Easter Cantata titled Victory Divine filled the First Methodist Church for the 8 pm service. Mrs John W Black substituted on a solo, with Mrs John Seeley Caldwell directing and Mrs Albert Goodman at the organ for a show praised for its preparation and execution.
Mr and Mrs John M Caldwell left last night for Mineral Wells for a two week period of rest and visiting.
An advertisement claims Herbine on the shelf acts as a constant doctor at home providing instant relief for digestive issues and irregular bowels. One or two doses supposedly start movement and restore buoyant spirits of perfect health. Price 60¢, sold by.
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