Public Spirit and Private Interest in City Land Use
The columnist argues public welfare and altruistic motives should govern land grants for public works like a highway division HQ, warning private profit motives risk undermining the public good. He recalls Bryan’s revolution and a single genuine display of disinterested spirit by the first mayor, then questions who will follow in establishing essential public facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Department
Bryan
Farmyard Parley Between Pigs Fox and Dogs
A farmyard scene unfolds with pigs drilling a ground hole as the Big Bad Wolf is eyed. The fox nudges the yard dogs toward vigilance while the bull dogs and mongrels vow loyalty. Captain Shote urges openness to milk for all despite the fox’s sly warning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Bad Wolf
Wolf
Airdale
Long Snout Shore
Captain Shote
District Head Speakers at Travis PTA All Day Meeting
Mrs. E H Becker of Brenham president of the Ninth District Parent-Teacher Association was principal speaker at the Travis school PTA all day meeting. She reported a 35 percent district rise and 29 home study graduates this year. The program featured a geography play directed by Miss Leila Griffin with portrayals of Mussolini Hitler Lindbergh and more. Fifty five women registered with visitors from Calvert College Station and others. Luncheon was served at the school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Becker
Brenham
Parent-Teacher Association
Travis
Travis School
Lelia’ Griffin
Child Welfare
National
Texas
Charles Lindbergh
Stalin
Marie Dressler
Admiral Byrd
Frances Perkins
Leopold
Astrid
Katherine Hepburn
Mexico
Seth Parker
King George
Queen Mary
England
Fiorello LaGuardia
New York City
Eddie Cantor
Percy Titmouse
Premier Doumergue
France
Gracie Allen
George Burns
Stapin Fetchit
W. T. Corby
Calvert
D. B. Cofer
College Station
E. O. Siecke
State
Program of State Meet Is Planned for May
The tentative Texas Interscholastic League schedule for the Austin meet on May 3 4 5 was announced by Roy Bedichek. Registration begins 2 20 p m and closes 10 p m May 3 at Gregory Gymnasium. Typewriting and essay contests start Saturday morning with Ernest Sample and Anna Jo Bond from Stephen F Austin high school entered in typing and Edwin Nedbalek from Travis elementary in essay writing.
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Austin
Roy Bedichek
Bureau of Public School Interests
Gregory Gymnasium
University
Bryan
Huntsville
Ernest Sample
Anna Jo Bond
Stephen F. Austin High School
Edwin Nedbalek
Travis Elementary School
Bedichek
One-Legged Chick Balances on Single Limb
Sweetwater reports a 3 day old chick found in a hatch of 84 has only one leg. The right leg is normal while the left side lacks a leg and thigh joint. The chick has started balancing on its single leg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. J. Eason
Praise for Durham credits leaders in rise of division
Side lights on Teachers in Galveston News notes J. C. Webb organized the southeast division meeting in Houston in 1925 and that H. L. Durham established its permanent basis. Webb was Alvin schools superintendent and Durham, Bryan schools chief, is now dead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Webb
Alvin Public
Webb
Houston
H. L. Durham
Bryan
Galveston News
Haswell's Book Store Demonstrates Electrolux Oil Burners
Oil burning refrigerators promised for safety and economy of operation. Call to arrange a demonstration of the Electrolux unit at Haswell's Book Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haswell’s Book Store
Many Bryan Friends Welcome Visitors From Near and Far
A long list of Bryan residents hosted and visited relatives and friends over the weekend. Mrs. Jack Barton of Longview arrived to stay with relatives the Stewarts, with further plans as her parents and other kin join soon. Numerous trips to Houston Floresville Austin and other Texas towns occurred as locals attended family events and social gatherings.
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Jack Barton
Longview
N. A. Stewart
Austin
Deane Ormes
San Augustine
G. W. Orms
W. B. Edge
S. Hearne Johnson
Floresville
Eugene D. Beck
Bryan
Marie Byrnes
Sam Kendrick
Marlin
Elon Stuart
Stuart
Julius Groginsky
Harold and
Gerald
Houston
Joe Groginsky
D. G. Barrow
P. A. Tower
Marie
Abilene
E. R. Bryant
Tower
Bryant
V. J. Keller
Humble
Higgs
Allen Kraft
Wajeo
Miss Young
H. S. McGee
Larry McGee
Conroe
J. T. McGee
N. F. Lockerd
Mr. Lockerd
Chilton
Jim Godwin
E. L. Godwin
Cara Sneed
Boston
Mass
Seth Steele
Seth Thomas Jr
Cally Steele
Frank Worsham
Tabor
Jewel Elizabeth
Babe
J. Earl Porter
Caldwell
D. L. Hudson
Katherine Henderson
Kay Cox
Altos
Okla
J. W. Glenn
Annie Laurie Cox
Howell Apartments
Walter Lindsey
M. L. Cash
Huntsville
Don Lindsey
CCC
Memorial Day Observance Planned By Two Bryan Groups
On Sunday April 29 the L S Ross chapter U D C and American Legion Post No 159 will jointly observe Memorial Day at the grave of Harry E Estill. Post Commander H T Downard and Mrs Albert Buchanan lead the program planning with a joint committee from the U P B C and the Legion to arrange details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. S. Ross
United Daughters of the Confederacy of Bryan
American Legion Post
No. 159
Bryan
H. T. Downard
American Legion
Albert Buchanan
S. S. Ross
Harry E. Estill
Earl Graham Post
County School Aid Grants For Brazos County Schools
Federal aid for Brazos county rural schools continues to arrive, says County Superintendent Mrs. W. L. Neeley. Reliance school receives 200 dollars, Wixon Prospect 137.50, and Kurten school 475 dollars.
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Brazos County
W. L. Neeley
Reliance
Wixon Prospect School
Kurten
Rye Club Demonstrates Rural Leadership Benefits
The Rye 4-H club at King's Highway showcased rural life advantages and leadership chances through talks, music, and activities led by Miss Lena Novosad and local teachers. Members presented a full meeting, sang, and conducted a club-style session with minutes, roles, and project reports while attendees enjoyed a picnic supper and community praise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King’s Highway
Rye Club
Lena Novosad
Henry Ross
Stephen F. Austin
J. M. Ferguson
W. F. Munnerlyn
Christine Merka
Albina Severa
J. C. Lero
Annie Mae Merka
Emory Lero
Lillian Merka
Antone Wolfe
Victoria Severa
Helen Kopecky
Mary Krolczyk
J. B. Huggins
Eddie McWhorter
Frank Sikes
Ford McDonald
C. C. Bounds
Bounds
R. C. Lewis
Elsie Hauptfleisch
Corinne Adams
Benchley
Bessie Mae Stroud
Wheelock
Eagle
W. F. Munerlyn
Lions Club
Rye
C. L. Benson
King’s Highway Club
Odessa Williams
Millie Churik
Elsie Novesad
Ruby Churik
Mary Edna McWhorter
Bettie May Nash
Leila Annie Cross
Bryan
O. C. Gustavus
Hattie Mae Nemec
R. A. McDaniel
Robert
C. P. Moseley
Texas Teachers Voice Criticism of Agent Standards
Classroom teacher organizations in Texas criticize the accrediting committee for inactivity and weakening standards. A study by Dr. Lewis B. Cooper reports high approval of higher standards among officials and superintendents, yet demands reinstatement of former instruction standards and better teacher representation amid larger classes and increased workload.
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Lewis B. Cooper
Texas State Teachers Association
State Teachers Association
Texas
Lions Club program outlined with laundry industry remarks
Mr Dansby described billions invested in garment cleaning and its labor impact. He said science guides each step to deliver clean pressed garments and noted occasional errors corrected within 24 hours. The Lions Club will sponsor Boy Scout activities May 1 to next May 1 and host a wives entertainment event May 8 with minstrel guests.
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Dansby
Lions Club
Boy Scouts
Lions
Marshall Bullock
Grover White Jr
T. A. Dillingham
Fort Worth
H. C. Dillingham
T. R. Copeland
Houston
Bill Wimberly
Co. D. Spiker
Canton
Nunn Enters Sheriff Race in Brazos County
Roy W. Nunn, Bryan resident and son of long serving sheriff T. C. Nunn, announces candidacy for Brazos County sheriff as a Democratic primary contender. He cites family legacy, World War II era service, local roots, and a pledge of loyal unbiased administration if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy W. Nunn
Bryan
Mr. Nunn
T. C. Nunn
Brazos
Nunn
Brazos County
Allen Academy
Baptist Church
18Th Company
San Antonio
Lacerations Suffered By Woman After Car Jump on College Avenue
Mrs. Charles Priolo of Houston sustained scalp lacerations when a car she rode in hit a dip at College avenue and 25th street. She received first aid at Wilkerson Memorial clinic and went home the same night.
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Charles Priolo
Houston
College Avenue
25Th Street
Wilkerson Memorial Clinic
Visitors Attend Social Meet of K. of C. Council
Bryan Council No. 1834 Knights of Columbus hosted a social gathering with ninety members and out-of-town guests including Will Gephart C W Crabb and Dr Malinek. Speakers discussed the order’s origins and future initiations planned for late May.
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Bryan Council
Knights of Columbus
Houston Council
Will Gephart
C. W. Crabb
W. H. Eaton
Ed Weinberg
J. Valenta
Cameron
I. L. Matinek
Palestine
Robert Schertz
Plantersville
Houston
W. A. Stasny
Malinek
J. B. Gleissner
St. Mary’s Chapel
College Station
W. Crabb
Eaton
Valenta
J. R. Ball
Forrest Field to Be Rodeo Arena for Annual Event
Virgil Stapp announces Forrest Field will be transformed into a rodeo arena for Bryan’s Second Annual Rodeo. Crews completed chutes and pens, with side delivery chutes to ease shows. Cattle and bucking stock arrive from Texas swamps and 120 miles from Fort Worth. Notables include Shorty McCrory and Sam Stuart among competitors.
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Forrest Field
Virgil Stapp
Bryan
George Coy
Sealy
Stapp
Mr. Coy
Texas
Fort Worth
Red Lyons
Byers
Mr. Lyons
Shorty McCrory
Madison Square Garden
Sam Stuart
Buck Stuart
City Playground Repair Under Rapid Push
Work on the Municipal Playground advances quickly with clubhouse reroofing materials due in a week. Porches repainted screens replaced glass updated and interior improved. Grounds graded cleared hedges trimmed and drive gravel planned. A circumscribing drive and picnic plot locations to be finalized soon with shade spots chosen and trees trimmed.
Hugo Translators Relatives of Hiway Engineer Review Amy Robsart Drama
A Bryan area review discusses the first English translation of Victor Hugo’s Amy Robsart by Ethel Turner Blair and Evelyn Blair, relatives of John E. Blair district highway engineer. The piece notes Hugo’s likely denial of authorship, the drama’s Kenilworth link to Sir Walter Scott, and the tale of Amy Robsart and Leicester with notable characters and staging quirks. It comments on translation flaws and the historical reception, highlighting potential producer inspiration despite a failed original performance.
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Amy Robsart
Antonio
Madeline ©Orgo
Ethel Turner Blair
Evelyn Blair
Bryan
John E. Blair
Victor Hugo
Kenilworth Castle
Walter Scott
Hugo
Paul Foucher
Blair
Amy Bobsart
Elizabeth
Leicester
Amy
Varney
Alasco
Filbbertigibbet
Hugh Robsart
Richard Varney
Grimes County Federation Women’s Clubs Meet in Navasota
The Grimes County Federation of Women’s Clubs meets in Navasota on Tuesday May 1 for an all day session at the August Horst clubhouse. A very interesting program is planned, and full attendance is expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grimes County Federation
Navasota
Grimes County Federation of Women’s Clubs
Horst Club
Legionnaires and Families Picnic at American Legion Home
Between 75 and 100 members and families attended the Legion and Auxiliary picnic at the American Legion home on Thursday. Each family brought a lunch and food was laid out under string lights. The evening ended with bingo inside the house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Advertising Your Apartment or Furniture in Bryan Daily Eagle
Readers can rent the apartment or sell odd furniture pieces by placing a classified ad in the Bryan Daily Eagle. The notice suggests straightforward options for securing renters or buyers through the local newspaper’s classifieds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Daily Eagle
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Lindsey
John L. Brunner
Dor Brown
Williamson County
George Prewitt
Jno
A. Thompson
Clint Davidson
Palmer Coward
W. N. ‘Elam
Taylor
M. College
M. R. Bentley
A. Wilbank
North Zulch
Wilbank
Cc. C. Henderson
J. C. Smith
Mack Jones
J. C. Jones
Iola
Grimes County
Drs
Harry Coffman
Harriett
Bryan With Mrs. Coffman’s Sister, Mrs. D. D. White
Charlie Martin
Normangee
Bryan Hospital
Martin
R. R. Lancaster
Children of
College
Elizabeth Allen
Denton
Brocks
M. L. Hayes
Brock
S. E. Eberstadt
Jefferson
Willie Hensarling
C. G. Crocker
Billie
Crocker
Hensarling
Oak McKenzie
Yoakum
McKenzie
Howard Baldwin
J. N. Dulaney
Galveston
Mr. Dulaney
W. Bassett Orr
Emergency Relief Commission
J. E. Stanford of
J. D. Martin, Jr
Parker-Astin Hardware Company
J. D. Martin III
L. L. McInnis
Malcolm McInnis
Lilla Graham Bryan
Forest
Miss
McInnis
Lucile Roberts
Miss Roberts
Chihuahua
K. of C. Council
Hiway
Legionaires
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