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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1930
Page
1
Four Passaic men were killed and five injured in a fog bound collision between a state highway department car and a milk truck near Grandbury Lake New Jersey. Three of the injured were believed fatally hurt.丨
The column urges Texas voters to cast ballots for the Democratic nominee based on personal conviction. It notes that primaries determine the nominee due to Democratic dominance and encourages choosing between Sterling or Ferguson administrations for the state’s best interests.
Oscar Wilson of Tabor recovering at home after an appendectomy last Friday then hospitals. G M Johns and Mrs Johns of Shreveport La visited Bryan then headed to Dallas and Sherman. Mrs W J Graham of Dallas returns home after weeks with typhoid ill Mrs Black. W C Alexander Allen Academy rep leaves for Houston to recruit students for 1930 31. J L Dickenson of Houston, former Bryan resident, was in town on business.
Dale Jackson and Forest O Brine reclaimed the world refueling endurance record from the Hunter brothers of Chicago by flying 554 hours 41 minutes for 9 52 this morning. They raised the bar by one hour and continue toward their 1 000 hour goal.
The University of Texas physical education department will offer year round swimming along with riding fencing dancing gymnastics and corrective training at the new women's gymnasium opening January 1. A board of regents ruling makes swimming compulsory for all female students.
Thousands of fish perish due to extreme heat in Beaumont region. District deputy game warden Keller Nines notes water levels are so shallow that streams and small lakes heated to the bottom, killing many fish.
Austin officials announce the American Legion state convention will run September 1 to 30 with a fireworks reenactment of the Battle of Chateau Thierry at Texas Memorial Stadium. About 3,000 delegates are expected as Travis Post No 6 and local civic groups coordinate housing and entertainment with the Chamber of Commerce.
Felix Probandt traded his prize rooster for an alarm clock after the bird began daylight saving hours. The swap took place in San Angelo on August 13.
Orange reports Sun Oil Company crews using a new subsurface shooting method to locate Gulf coast oil domes. They drill to about 150 feet and discharge dynamite beneath the surface so the surface remains undisturbed. Several suits have been filed over alleged home damages from blasting near the sites.
Dr. C Hedges head of the chemistry department at A M College spoke to the Bryan Lions Club on Tuesday detailing the Triangle of Life. He presented a chart illustrating a man with strong body, educated mind, and sound morals as the ideal. The talk linked life balance to agricultural aims.
The British dirigible R-100 will begin its return voyage to Cardington England at 9 o'clock tonight. It will use only the rear starboard motor remaining after the forward motor developed a defect on the flight over and was not repaired here as tail winds were anticipated.
Acting on a resolution by the county commissioners court, County Attorney A. 5. Ware will file suits to collect delinquent taxes. Suits are planned for the September term of district court to protect county credit and ensure timely road bond tax collections.
Lowell R. Bayles, who took second in the All American Air Derby, praised San Angelo's airport in a letter to Mayor A. A. Glover. He said the majority of pilots considered it the best landing site on the entire trip.
Partly cloudy tonight and Thursday for Bryan and vicinity. East and West Texas experience partly cloudy skies with thunderstorms in the extreme west and along the east coast tonight and Thursday.
County Agent C. L. Benson's July report shows extension work split among 12 communities with 7 days on youth clubs and 20 days with adult farmers. Three meetings drew 696 attendees, 300 farm visits occurred, 20 letters were written, one club encampment was held, and 1000 miles were traveled.
Mr. and Mrs. J. Murphy Cook long stationed at Clemson College South Carolina spend a week in Bryan at the Sanders home. Mrs. Cook formerly Elizabeth Holt taught in Bryan schools. Mr. Cook was with the Textile Engineering department at A and M College and now has permanent headquarters at Clemson College.
Bill Wright of Bryan and Elmo Glass, Texas A&M student, were charged this morning with burglary of the Campus barber shop at College Station. The safe was taken a few nights ago and recovered near College. The knob had been knocked off and cash about $385 missing. Both youths posted bond.
Dr. F. L. Thomas of the Texas Experiment Station reports that leafworms are now the main cotton pest. The insect is widely distributed, with reports from Lamb Hockley Wilbarger and Wichita counties in northwest Texas.
The cotton market declined with futures closing 16 to 18 points lower. Local spot prices ranged from 11.14 to 12 cents per pound.
The Ferguson Forum endorsed James V. Allred of Wichita Falls for attorney general, opposing Robert Lee Bobbitt. The editorial criticized Bobbitt for abusing the Ferguson administration under Dan Moody’s instruction.
Residents seek detailed results from 1924 elections in Texas showing Democratic primary July 29 figures Felix D. Robertson 193508 Miriam Ferguson 146424 Lynch Davidson 141208 T W Davidson 125011 Thomas D Barton 29217 Others 24834 total 703125 Run off August 23 Robertson 316019 Ferguson 41375 Nov 4 Ferguson 422558 George C Butte 204970 items note higher final turnout than July and list later run off and general totals.
In San Angelo on August 13, three bales from irrigated fields were rushed to town to claim first bale honors, but no buyers were present. Cotton picking is deferred until around September 1. County agent W J Marshall says yields may be about one fifth of a bale per acre, similar to last year’s output of 7 751 bales.
News from Canton reports 149 dead after two separate ship calamities. A launch near the Sikiang estuary was destroyed by a mine with many women among the victims, allegedly by pirates seeking protection fees. In a collision off the Shantung Peninsula the Tung On sank and the Lienhsiang was disabled, with 79 lives lost.
The Carnegie Library adds a new juvenile area in the north end of the main reading room. A lattice partition, burnt orange and black finish, child sized shelves and furniture, artwork, pottery, and cactus displays create a cultured space for readers through sixth grade.
Brownsville reports a campaign to protect the white wing dove of the Lower Rio Grande Valley from rapid decline. Former game warden Charles G. Jones, now state game fish and oyster commission enforcement officer, calls for open season changes to prevent extinction within a few years.
Tick fever is taking its toll in Brazos County with Aug B Anderson Ben Powers and Chas Patronella listed among the losses. Anderson's dairy Jersey was valued at about 100 dollars and the other cows were also dairy type.
Mr and Mrs Theodore Russ of Caldwell were among the visitors in Bryan for the day, enjoying local sights and socializing with residents.
President Hoover directed Ernest P. Bicknell acting chair man of the Red Cross to be ready to assist in any emergency caused by the drought and human suffering.
City Manager R G Williams orders thorough cleansing of murky water due to silt and deposits. Main system will be cleaned section by section with public schedule showing hourly water shutdowns. Cleansing hoped to start Friday.
Captain Frank Hawks began a bid to beat Col. Lindbergh for the west to east trans continental speed record. He left Glendale at 2 16 this morning, landed Albuquerque at 6 43 for fuel and meals, then continued to Wichita arriving 10 20. He refueled and left for Indianapolis at 10 35.
Advice urges owners to provide dogs and cats with plenty of fresh water and shade to prevent suffering during hot days. Suggests cooling options like fans and ice water, and reminds caretakers to monitor pets closely for signs of heat stress.
Results from August primaries show party leaders clinging to influence in five states. Ohio nominates dry ex congressman Georges White for governor while Republicans renominate Cooper and McCulloch. Norris wins Nebraska GOP nomination over Stebbins. Robinson leads Arkansas with a 3 to 1 margin. Gore gains solid Oklahoma support, Mur ray chosen over Buttram, and Bankhead backs a Senate bid in Alabama.
Reports from Nanking on August 13 describe armed Reds in large numbers approaching the capital. The city is said to be virtually defenseless with few soldiers remaining, raising fears the Nationalist government seat could fall to communists.
The Hassell Motor Company announced today it has taken over the agency for the Kelvinator electric refrigerator. Paul S. Wells, Beaumont sales manager for the territory, is in Bryan to assist the Hassell team with first showings and demonstrations of the system.
The East Side Circle of the First Christian church met Monday afternoon at Mrs Wel don Jones home for the regular monthly meeting. Members pieced quilts and planned the year outlining charitable and financial work. Hostess served refreshments to Mesdames N Renner W S Collard F B Kellett J H Womble A F Ainsworth Bettie Ann Renner and James Ray.
Will Rogers critiques modern primary politics from Beverly Hills praising old senate selection while lamenting the loss of ex senator James Phelan a philanthropist scholar arts lover and gentleman. He delivers a sharp traditionalist jab at state legislatures and campaign ads.
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