East and West Highway Route Pushed Through County
The Bry club moves to urge designation of an east west highway through the county. A strong committee may visit the state highway commission in Austin to press for a route from Pittsbridge through Bryan to the Democrat crossing, reaching Huntsville and Austin. County commissioners of neighboring counties to be invited to a Bryan conference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ragie
Johnson
Dike
Essary
State Highway Commission
Commission
Austin
Huntsville
Pittsbridge
Bryan
Eberstadt
Madison
Walker
Burleson
Lee
Grimes
Travis
Brazos County
Texas
Martin
Trade Extension Committee
Brazos River
Abney
Johnson & Rohde
Boatright
Central Texas
Houston and
Texas Central
Ereiger Green
Tetanus germs found in court plaster sold locally
Freeport Illinois July 31 report says tetanus germs were detected in court plaster sold about ten days ago by a crippled itinerant peddler. Police announce an investigation to be conducted into the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
BoroZone Advertises Antiseptic and Healing Agent
Surgeons urge prompt treatment of cuts burns and wounds with an efficient antiseptic. BoroZone marketed for man or beast is pitched as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent. Available in multiple prices and sold by KE J Jenkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ke, J. Jenkins
Freezone promises painless corn removal everywhere
An advertisement touts Freezone a Cincinnati made compound that loosens and lifts all corns and calluses without pain. A few drops applied to the affected area shrivels the skin without irritation and allows removal with fingers. druggists can order it if unavailable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Freezone
Ady
Roster of Company I Twenty-first Texas Cavalry
This roster lists commissioned and non commissioned officers and privates of Company I, Twenty first Texas Cavalry, Confederate veterans, organized December 1861 at Boonville near Bryan, with notes on key actions and fatalities. The four living members J M Martin Grapeland J Ferguson Bryan R F D 8 George Fullerton Tabor and C P Jones Bryan verify its accuracy. It covers disbandment near Mosley's Ferry Brazos River in 1865 and lists names of officers and numerous privates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Eagle
Twenty-first Texas Cavalry
J. F. Martin
J. M. Martin
Grapeland
Texas
John Ferguson
Bryan
George Fullerton
Tabor
C. P. Jones
Martin
Boonville
Millican
Navasota
Brazos County
Shreveport
Carter
Magruder
Missouri
Arkansas
Mosley’s Ferry
Brazos River
T. J. Mawhinney
Wat Stewart
W. H. Bowman
Dezark
Ark
Gus Smith
Fred Wilson
L. J. Wilson
James Walker
John Walker
Walker
R Hudspeth
H. Arnett
Robert Hudspeth
James F. Martin
David McIntosh
James Connally
James M. Zimmerman
James Adair
George Arnold
N. Arnold
Hans Arnett
T. Arnett
William Armstrong
H. Bowman
W. W. Bowman
P. Benson
M. Bond
Lon Bowman
A. Bowman
Harry Bynum
James Carson
James Collins
H. Cole
James Cooper
James Daniel
James Davis
W. Debeurk
Jack Downing
Gib Foster
William Foster
James Faulkner
John Foley
Mat Foster
James Fielding
John Extor
James Graves
Andrew Graves
James Henry
P. Hardy
Tom Higgs
Ben Higgs
James Higgs
John Hudson
Jeff Holden
H. Hanover
Aleck Henry
H. Hardy
A. Jones
Peter King
Peter Kiefer
R. King
William King
J. Kiefer
William McDonald
Steve McCulloch
George Martin
A. Moberry
J. McMurry
James McLeod
Sam Martin
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promoted as Pain Reliever
Advertises Ballard's Snow Liniment as the best remedy for stiff neck and back pain from drafts. Claims bottles priced at 25c, 59c, and $1.00 with sale by J. Jenkins and KE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Ke, J. Jenkins
Tucker Advertises Cheap Cash Feed
A local advertiser G. D. Tucker promotes selling animal feed cheap for cash, inviting customers to buy direct. The notice emphasizes low prices and cash transactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. D. Tucker
Dr W H Lawrence Dental Office Ad Use City National Bank Building
An advertisement for Dr W H Lawrence’s dental office notes its location on the top floor of the City National Bank building and provides phone contact 621 for appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. W. H. Lawrence Dental Office
New City National Bank Building
Allies vow to wage war until war aims are achieved
Paris reports the Allied powers concluded their conference and declared they will continue the war until the object for which they fight is attained. The statement echoed by Associated Press from Paris on July 27.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Paris
Peace resolution defeated in the house of commons
The house of commons rejected James Ramsay Macdonalds peace resolution by 148 to 19 votes. The result drew cheers and laughter, signaling limited interest in a peace move at the current moment and echoing Herbert Asquiths view that the German reichstag and people offered little prospect for peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
House of Commons
James Ramsay Macdonald
Herbert A. Asquith
Reichstag
Steep Hollow Notes Camp, Church, and Visits
Steep Hollow reports several youths at the College Station short course and club boys at camp. The Methodist church had eight new members after a Sunday closing service. Florence Conway returns from the university summer session in Austin. Various local visitors include Lee Keith family from Ochiltree, Alec Moody and Emmett Moody, Caroline Keefer, Curry from Crockett, Ima Cook’s guests, Edwin Leutwyler from Coleman, and Lola Foster circle visitors. W B Cook of Crockett attends the farmers congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steep Hollow
College Station
Florence Conway
Austin
Lee Keith
Ochiltree
Keith
Alec Moody
Emmett Moody
Piedmont
T. A. Hensarling
Caroline Keefer
North Zulch
Miss Curry
Crockett
Ima
Edwin Leutwyler
Coleman
Misses Hopkins
Lola Foster
Bowman
Benchley
Will Peyton
Joe Beal
W. B. Cook
Farmers’ Congress
Foley Kidney Pills Benefit Reported by Reader
A Rocky Mount North Carolina reader Mrs A G Wells says Foley Kidney Pills gave wonderful benefit for rheumatic pains backache and joint stiffness. The testimonial mentions strong relief and urges others to try the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. Wells
Rocky Mount
N. C
M. H. James
BOROZONE Antiseptic Healing Agent Ad
Surgeons urge prompt antiseptic use for cuts burns and wounds. BOROZONE is presented as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for man or beast. Prices 25c 50c 1.00 and 1.50. Sold by E. J. Jenkins.
Mothers Incorporate in Dallas Involves War Support
The Mother Keebaugh Army and Navy club of the United States of America was incorporated with headquarters in Dallas. Mrs Neva M Keebaugh of Dallas heads the organization created to have the mothers of the country look after the wants of the boys in the trenches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Mother Keebaugh Army and Navy Club
United States of America
Dallas
Secretary of State's Department
Neva M. Keebaugh
Keep Fit and Feel Fine Foley Cathartic Tablets Ad
An old advertisement touts Foley Cathartic Tablets promising thorough bowel cleansing and liver stimulation. It claims effectiveness for indigestion biliousness bad breath bloating gas and constipation with a call to maintain regular bowels and overall fitness.
Corn and Cotton Yield Report From Bryan Area
Farmer Matt Crenshaw of Sulphur Springs road reports twenty acres of corn yielding about 400 bushels and seventeen acres of cotton promising a half bale per acre. The trade extension trip visited diverse crops, excluding one notable good spot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Eagle
Matt Crenshaw
Bryan
Sulphur Springs
Eagle
State Banks Display Strong Texas Prosperity in 1917
Austin July 26 details from Commissioner Charles O. Austin show 855 state banks report combined capital and surplus of 40.65 million dollars, deposits totaling 138.20 million, up 35.3 percent in a year. Loans reach 118.42 million, with cash reserves at 49.17 million, while bills payable fall to 3.97 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Commissioner of Insurance and Banking
Charles O. Austin
Harvey guests join village party at Dr Davidson home
Mrs Winnie Clifton and her young daughter visit her parents the Buchanans in Harvey. About 50 or 60 people attended a party at Dr J C Davidson's home with outdoor games and music. Guests included Wilbeck Hungerford Lucy Gene Carney Lane City Aubrey Coleman Raymond Davidson Wharton Lily Davidson and Miss Vesta Pate attending a college short course this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey
Burgs
J. C. Davidson
Wilbeck
Hungerford
Lucy Gene Carney
Lane City
Aubrey Coleman
Raymond Davidson
Wharton
Foley's Honey and Tar Relief for Asthma and Hay Fever
The piece quotes E. C. Schaff of Creston Ohio who says Foley's Honey and Tar helps his asthma by loosening phlegm so he can sleep. The advertisement notes the product contains no opiates as supplied by M. H. James.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. Schaff
Creston
Foley
M. H. James
General Otis Dead Leader of Los Angeles Times
General Harrison Gray Otis, president and general manager of the Los Angeles Times, has died in Los Angeles on July 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Los Angeles
Cal
Harrison Gray Otis
The
Los Angeles Tides
Dodson’s Liver Tone Promises Safe Liver Help
An advertisement extols Dodson’s Liver Tone as a harmless vegetable tonic to replace calomel. It claims quick Liver cleaning without griping, guarantees satisfaction, and even says it can be given to children without causing salivation or side effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodson
New Roadbed and Extension of Peavine Railroad
From Ashpond the Bryan and Central Texas Railway completed the rebuild of a flood damaged line with new grading and bridges. A two mile extension from Whittaker toward Wilcox passes J. O. Chance and Koppe Robinson plantations. Manager Levinson aims to lay steel by Thursday. passenger cars will not reach the city center, stopping on the outskirts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle
Ashpond
Bryan and Central Texas Railway Company
Whittaker
Wilcox
J. O. Chance
Koppe and Robinson
Levinson
A Bad Spring For Women Causes Aches And Pains
Mrs. T. J. Bucknell of Hardy Nebraska credits Foley Kidney Pills with helping her recover from a lumbago attack amid a cold damp spring. The letter notes general suffering from backache rheumatic pains and related ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Bucknell
Hardy
Foley
M. H. James
Seven Years for Disrespect to Wilson
Private Otto Ludwig of the Third aero squadron faces seven years hard labor at Fort Leavenworth for disrespecting President Wilson and the American flag and for threatening to desert to Germany if sent to France with the U S expeditionary forces. He was convicted by court martial at Fort Sam Houston. General Parker approved the sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Texas
United States
Fort Leavenworth
Otto Ludwig
Third Aero Squadron
Camp Kelley
Wilson
France
United States Expeditionary Forces
Ludwig
Fort Sam Houston
Parker
Foley Kidney Pills Restore Strength Says Solomon Bequette
A Flat River reader credits Foley Kidney Pills with lifting back pain and aiding mobility after a prolonged illness. The letter claims kidney issues caused rheumatic pains, joint aches, and swelling, with the pills delivering prompt relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon Bequette
Flat River
Foley
M. H. James
Richly Fruited Cotton From Small Stalk
J. W. Franklin submitted a two foot cotton stalk to The Eagle showing twenty three bolls squares and blooms and weighing heavily like lead. The absence of boll weevils and pests has produced heavy fruitage suggesting a county yield may exceed appearances from the roadside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Franklin
Eagle Office
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Praised by User
Mrs. Chas. Reitz of Allens Mills Pa says she has used Foley's Honey and Tar for eleven years and would not be without it. The advertisement claims it helps with coughs colds croup whooping cough asthma and hay fever and warns to get the genuine Foley's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Chas. Reitz
Allens Mills
M. H. James
Large turnout of applicants for entrance to A and M College
Secretary of War urged able boys to attend college this fall and Texas applicants to the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas show an unusually large volume of entrance inquiries. The college expects a big freshman class, cites its military and industrial training, and notes no staff reductions while planning the normal opening schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of War
Texas
Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas
Methodist Meeting Closes at Tabor Adds Eleven Members
At Tabor the Methodist meeting led by Rev. Holt at the high school closed Sunday night with eleven new members. Holt spoke on Home Life in Eden Monday night, amusing the audience and entertaining local bachelors. Visitors included Dr. and Mrs. Collard of Wheelock and Mrs. Mosley visiting Mrs. Ashley Bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tabor
Holt
Tabor High School
Eden
Galveston Man Killed In Auto Train Collision
Q. D. Dickson, 50, of Galveston, was instantly killed when his car was struck by a passenger train at a crossing near the Missouri Kansas and Texas station in Temple. He was a real estate firm collector and leaves a wife and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Temple
Texas
Q. D. Dickson
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway
Galveston
Lemon juice beauty lotion from lemons and orchard white
The recipe blends juice from two lemons with three ounces of orchard white to make a quarter pint skin lotion. Strain juice through a fine cloth to remove pulp, then apply daily to face neck arms and hands to brighten whiten and soften skin.
Tanlac boosts Magnolia man twenty-two pounds
E O Johnson of Magnolia Arkansas reports dramatic health turn in a Tanlac letter to Saenger Brothers. He says ten years of stomach trouble and weight loss left him at 120 pounds, but after four bottles he now weighs 142 pounds and sleeps well. He credits Tanlac with restoring appetite and strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
E. O. Johnson
Magnolia
Saenger Brothers
Shreveport
Tanlac
Johnson
Ark
Sorepta
Taniac
American Steamer Montana Sunk by German Sub
The American steamship Montana of 2730 tons gross was sunk by a German submarine on July 31. Twenty two survivors have been landed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Montana
Simple Piles Treatment Promises Quick Relief
Advertising copy promotes ML'S PILE OINTMENT as an actual relief for piles. Claims quick results and recommends timely use. Sold and guaranteed by E. R. Emmel, Druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. R. Emmel
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Agengy
Eastamo
21St Texas Cavalry
Steve Montalbano
Pitts Bridge
N. A
Peage
E. J. Jenkins
Smith Drug Co
General Otis
Villa Maria
Academy
Conducted BY
Ursuline Sisters
Mother Superior
Magnolia Mian
BE. O. Johnson
N. A. Stewart
Edge
Moore & Payne
Wellborn
J. P. Royder
Dunlap
McDowell Gin Company
Old Dunlap Gin
Bryan, Texas
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