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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1928
Page
2
The Bryan Weekly Eagle lists advertising rates and offices in Dallas New York and Brazos County, clarifies Associated Press news dispatch credits and exclusive reproduction rights, and shows subscription pricing of 5.50 per year and six months 1.00.
Senate hearing reveals Standard Oil leader Robert Stewart received 759000 from Continental Trading Company but claims no desire to take the money. Bryan honors J Webb Howell as its most valuable citizen, noted as a first Texas city under 30000 population to confer the award.
Bryan honors a studious young woman as Miss Elliott Benson chosen to be Princess from Bryan for the coronation of the Queen of the East Texas Chamber of Commerce. Dean Walter Williams of the University of Missouri praised Texas newspapers as more constructive and on a higher plane than those of other regions.
Bryan plans a second Dollar Day in May hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Lions Club after a successful February event. Merchants expect strong turnout as the promotion draws customers from far and wide and signals local retail progress.
The jury acquits Harry Sinclair of defrauding the government alongside Senator Albert Fall in the Teapot Dome affair. The author laments that small frauds were easy to convict while large schemes involving millions show courts falter.
A group of Bryan girls travel to San Antonio for the state clothing contest signaling a return to prewar priorities with home affairs valued. The article notes their skill with sewing machines rivaling ability with the newest six cylinder automobiles.
Webb Howell Most Valuable Citizen Trophy schedules another Dollar Day in May after a February trial that drew good attendance despite bad weather. If the weather cooperates, Bryan plans a major business day, joining other progressive cities in the state. Washington rating board representatives will inspect Allen Academy in Bryan Thursday and Friday, noting its past honor as one of 15 U S schools receiving the recognition.
The Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce adopts resolutions lamenting the passing of former Dean J C Nagle of A and M College whose death occurred recently in Dallas. Dean Nagle left a lasting impression on the college faculty and students in the institution's long and glorious history.
The article notes General Felix D Robertson the last survivor among Confederate generals has died with memories of the gray cherished as the nation cherishes liberty. It extends US sympathy to Floyd Bennett’s widow after the aviator died of pneumonia in Quebec while aiding Bremen parts. The Free Baptist revival ends with a clear gospel presentation and a singer of notable ability boosting community spirit.
F. A. Dale a former Texas legislator was found not guilty of taking a bribe to defeat the optometrist tax bill. He expressed elation at clearing his name and plans to run again, saying he feels he has saved his neck.
The Golden Rule Poultry Farm of Bryan owned by Mr and Mrs V J Boriskie posts strong fifth month results in the Eleventh Texas National Egg Laying contest by A M College. The farm ranks second in Barred Plymouth Rocks second in the top contest pens and second among top contest individuals to date. Pen entries come from poultry experts across the United States.
The East Side elementary Muscular Movement Writing course awarded top certificates to Clara Terry Lucy Parke Louise Dyer Sue Wright Bessie Skelton Estelle Wilcox Jane Singletary Libbie Linn Gardner Shirley Johnson Louise Hedtke. Honorable mentions went to John Adams Georgia Mae Daniels Orion Leonard Georgia Belle Shaw Roger Morhiman Annie Palasota Angelina Barcelona Irene Higgs Jessie Thomas Sara Reva Maniloff Walton Holder Wayne Durham Albert Syptak Margaret Benson Emmet Lenz Odis Patterson Mildred Hagemier Louise Cox Lorraine Smith Harmon Putz W A Middleton B D Foster George Singletary Lillie Maude Buckhaults Bessie Mae Lichte Lillie Jancik Ruth Edmonds Barton Adams Dorothy Marshall Marguerite Ann Fairman Edna Smith Don Palermo Margarette Bunting Norris Johnson Tommie Palermo Pete Palasota Jennie June Hywell Dorothy Beard Fay Martin Paula Budaly Edna Mae Nokes Ada Cheat ham William Nash Lois Kraft Mildred McKenzie Edna Earle Bethea Helen Lee Malesky Lula Mae Tuck Berry Aaron Josephine Merka Frances James Margaret Higgs. Saphronia E. Carrington.
Dean Charles E. Friley of the School of Arts and Sciences and registrar at A and M College of Texas was elected president for the ensuing year of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars at its Cleveland meeting. The association includes over 600 colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada. about 350 representatives attended the session.
Mrs. P. S. Tilson of Houston reports from Washington D C where she attends the National D A R convention. Texas page Kate Parker, daughter of Mr and Mrs M B Parker, attends National Park Seminary and earns distinction for Texas. Mrs Tilson, a member of the House committee, and Mrs W S Howell and Mrs Tyler Haswell also attend and share honors for Texas representatives.
The second annual short course for women will be held May 3 at the College of Industrial Arts Denton in cooperation with the A and M College extension service. The day includes department tours, an address by Mrs. Florence C Floore, dining hall inspections, a basket lunch, and talks on home grounds beautification clothing materials and club woman’s knowledge. A nursery and parking will be available on campus grounds.
Hon A L Pinkston and son from Teneha Shelby County toured Bryan for the first time with Superintendent K D Willingham and eight Teneha public school boys. They attended the 11th annual Texas Vocational Agricultural contests at A and M College. Pinkston praised the college as serving the state by teaching fitness and preparation for life beyond school. He will not seek re election this year and runs for county judge.
East Side PTA sponsors Bryan High School senior play titled A Full House to raise funds for a class gift as graduates leave for college. The event, a Monday show, is promoted as a record breaking evening of fun and entertainment with committees led by Lena Griffin Mary Hyman H H Williamson and Albert Buchanan and senior class members Edwin Hayes Weldon Alsebrook Wilman Ross assisting.
The Central Texas Auto Company announces a complete remodeling to present a large Studebaker and Whippet showroom colorfully lit and artistically designed. A dedicated used car area, tire and parts stock worth over $20 000, and a second floor paint and top department enhance service. public invited to inspect.
Many visitors from Navasota Caldwell Hearne and Brenham will attend the Barry banquet Saturday at 8 p m in the new LaSalle Hotel honoring Mrs Maggie W Barry. Bryan College club women plan a brilliant event and will host in their homes several distinguished visitors.
Charles Carr, a Bryan native who has lived in the city for 18 to 20 years, is in Dallas this week starring in a leading role in a one-act comedy entered in the State Little Theatre tournament. He serves as president of the Little Theatre in Galveston and is connected with the Santa Fe railroad, with many local friends pleased by his dramatic success.
Atticus Webb, Texas Anti-Saloon League superintendent and Home and State editor, will speak in Bryan on Sunday at 11 AM at College Avenue Baptist and 8 PM at First Methodist. The lectures promise a timely message from an interesting speaker.
The text identifies Lhasa as the Forbidden City of Tibet, noting its status as the capital and historic seat of Tibetan governance and culture.
The examining trial of Dr. R. J. Hunnicutt, Bryan physician, was postponed to Monday morning April 30 after pleas from both sides. Judge Joe McGee initially denied then granted the postponement amid illness of defense witness Miss Glada Mae Trant and absence of suspect’s brother. The case accuses Dr. Hunnicutt of criminal assault on Ruth Estell, 17, wife of Roy Estell, with bond set at $2,000 as spectators filled the courtroom.
The First Baptist church in Bryan moves into its new home with services starting Sunday April 29. After fourteen months of displacement via tabernacle Wallace Printing Company building and court house, the congregation will worship in the splendid structure. Dr. Geo W Truett of Dallas will preach on the opening day May 6 with further details to follow.
The 1926 total value of Texas petroleum was recorded at 308 million 700 thousand dollars. This figure reflects the oil industry’s substantial scale in the state during that year.
Don A Spencer of the U S Biological Survey who has directed Brazos county rodent control for three weeks left Sunday for Madisonville to assist County Agent Dupuy in salamander control. Rat control is postponed due to school closings. Spencer’s work has aided Brazos county and is expected to save thousands of dollars in the ongoing campaign.
A blue and yellow themed bridge party at the Philemon Club honored Miss Vada Tucker on the eve of her April 20 wedding. Miss Tucker received a hand hooked mat and a set of cut glass ice tea coasters. Mrs John Orr won the trou seau contest.
Infant son of Sir and Mrs John Manaitis died at a local hospital on April 18 1928. Funeral from West 21st Street home Thursday at 3 30 pm Father Morris of Greek Orthodox Church Dallas officiated. Interment Bryan City Cemetery. Parents, left to mourn, receive sympathy from friends. Father is co owner of the New York Cafe in Dallas.
Mrs. H P Smith received a telegram from Poplarville Missouri stating Andrew J. Smith died Monday night at age 76 and would be buried today. Bryan and College friends extend sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Smith in their hour of sorrow.
At a Bryan mass meeting the Lions Club awarded the 1927 Bryan's most valuable citizen silver loving cup to J Webb Howell. Mayor Wilson Bradley and Hon F L Henderson praised Howell and Ty Cobb for leadership. Howell modestly accepted the honor amid applause as the Woodrow Wilson Memorial picture played for the crowd.
F. A. Ellis, 21, who was found unconscious on the Bryan Hearne road Saturday afternoon and said he was struck by two assailants, has fully recovered and received 1.25 dollars from Sheriff J. Ks. Reed. He has gone on his way rejoicing as efforts to locate the two alleged attackers continue with no success.
John Tr. Dyess, 66, died April 18 1928 at his Harvey home after a short illness. The funeral was held April 19 at Bright Light church with Rev. Luther Bounds and Rev. J. J. Tatum officiating. Burial followed at Bright Light cemetery. Survived by his wife, five sons, four daughters.
Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance opens in LaSalle Hotel this week and announces its officer slate. President W S Howell. First VP James Sullivan. Second VP Dr E P Humbert. Secretary Treasurer Ty Cobb. Assistant Sec Treas J H Todd. Directors include Howell Sullivan Cobb Humbert and others.
The Woman's Club hosts a Saturday banquet at the LaSalle Hotel April 28 honoring Mrs. Maggie W. Barry newly elected state director of the general federation. Distinguished clubwomen from across the state attend. Mrs. M. W. Sims serves as toast mistress with a program of music song and talks. Tickets are sold at A and M Waldrop Co store and Smith Drug Co urging Bryan and College residents to buy early for the event.
The Brazos County Farm Bureau met Saturday afternoon at the courthouse in Bryan. Field Secretary Freemar delivered an address on Cooperative Cotton Marketing while President J. L. Stasney presided. The board endorsed J. A. Rychlik and Ed Chyde of Edge as district convention delegates to Bremond on May 12. Rychlik was also endorsed as Brazos County Farm Bureau representative.
The Bryan Building and Loan Association will hold its annual stockholders meeting Thursday April 26 at 4 PM in the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Officers are President W H Cole Vice President H O Boatwright Secretary Treasurer S E Eberstadt. Directors include Cole Boatwright Higgs Bradley Henderson Barren Armstrong Bagley and Richey.
Rev and Mrs R L Brown returned from Cuero Saturday afternoon Mrs Brown drove over Wednesday to attend the closing services of Rev Brown s revival at the First Baptist Church Rev Brown reports a great meeting The churches were greatly revived and strengthened with a large number of additions to the Baptist church most by baptism, including many men and women
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