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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1937

Page

4

Stamp of Eight Million Deaths and War Hero Revered

The piece notes Gavrilo Princip's 1914 assassination triggering World War I and Yugoslavia honoring him in 1931 with a stamp. It also covers William F. Ryan winning the Blindfolded World Championship on April 25 1987 in Detroit, and Georgia National Guard dog Bobby Mascot receiving a United States Army commission before dying in 1936.

Jugoslavia Gavrilo Prinzip Archduke Ferdinand of Austria Sarajevo Newell W. Banks Detroit Michigan William F. Ryan Ryan Company C Georgia National Guard Bobby United States Army Coolidge Fort Benning

Congress Resists Powers Shift and Maintains Checks

Editorial assesses Congress for resisting presidential attempts to enlarge the Supreme Court and expand executive power. It highlights the failure of the government reorganization bill and new labor and farming powers, while noting substantial spending for the New Deal and notable laws on housing, flood control, and maritime revival. The piece argues the session upheld checks and balances amid worldwide tensions.

Congress Supreme Court Executive Branch Interstate Commerce Rules Committee Executive Department White House Maritime Commission Joe Kennedy Roosevelt Houston Post

S. G. Bailey Dies. longtime Texas A and M College official

S. G. Bailey executive secretary to Texas A and M College and secretary of the board of directors died in Colorado on Monday evening. He began as secretary to Dr. W. B. Bizzell in 1914 and helped the college grow and expand its work and facilities. Bailey promoted student opportunity through the Student Labor committee and aided work through college. He was a trusted, unassuming figure cherished by students and staff alike.

Colorado S. G. Bailey Texas A. and M. College Bailey W. B. Bizzell

Vote for Good Government In Texas Fee System Debate

Texans weighed proposed amendments as they voted on ending the salary compensation for district county and precinct officials and returning to a fee system. Voters favored good government, remembering past evils of the fee method and the need for diligence to keep salary funds balanced.

Texas

Congress Faces Divisions Over White House Plans to Reorganize

The piece outlines growing revolt against continued White House control in Congress and opposition to a plan to reorganize the Supreme Court. It notes rifts in party harmony, resistance to a fall session, and divisions over farm and wage and hour legislation. Labor groups push for action while business interests resist. The outcome hinges on party unity and whether the administration pursues its agenda.

Congress White House Washington Supreme Court House Senate Harry Byrd Virginia Green and Lewis

Free Broadway signs wow crowds and boostDouglas Leigh

New York reports two glamorous free shows by Douglas Leigh electrify Times Square and the Astor Theatre drawing millions, turning signs into living theater. The piece notes Leigh’s Florida origin, half million assets, and his signs that animate ducks, elephants, dogs, camels, and groundhogs in playful motion.

New York Broadway Douglas Leigh Times Square Astor Theatre Ballyhoo A Leigh

Special Bryan committee to negotiate with carriage works

In a Commercial Club meeting a motion passed to form a special committee chaired by President McInnis to discuss securing the carriage works factory for Bryan. Members listed include L L McInnis Ed Hall H T Lawler J S Mooring E H Astin Tyler Haswell H C Robinson Captain W E Saunders and Judge J W Doremus.

Commercial Club Carriage Works McInnis Bryan L. L. McInnis Messrs Ed Hall H. T. Lawler J.S. Mooring E. H. Astin Tyler Haswell H. C. Robinson

Potpourri Gossip Sparks Abrupt Exit at Snack Bar

In a fleeting scene a man and woman depart from a snack bar in a blur. He staggers to a taxi and leaves without speaking. She calls after him with a quip about being drank up "pretty, you tomato" as she sways along the street.

Leonard Hall Jerome Zerbe Zerbe Stork Club el Morocco Vanderbilt Whitney Goelet Cholly Knickerbocker McNaught Syndicate

Classified ads in the Eagle produce the best results

Classified ads in the Eagle offer the best results for listing items and services. Readers find affordable notices and quick connections to buyers and sellers in a local market focused edition.

Eagle

Egypt's Young King Plans to Take Bride

Cairo reports official announcement of engagement of King Farouk to 16 year old Mile. Sasi Naaz daughter of Youssef Bey Zulfikar councillor of Alexandria mixed court of appeals. Her mother Madam Henem Zulfikar is lady in waiting to the queen mother.

Cairo Egypt Farouk Mile Sasi Naaz Youssef Bey Zulfikar Alesxandria Mixed Court of Appeals Madam Henem Zulfikar

When you move promptly notify the circulation department

A brief notice reminds readers to inform the circulation department of address changes so the Eagle newspaper can be delivered to the correct location without interruption. It emphasizes prompt action to maintain uninterrupted service.

Bryan links and local personalities in brief notes

A collection of short items mentions George Stephan and Judge H. C. Ferguson ending their business ties, F. L. Henderson aiding rural electrification in Caldwell, Mrs. W. F. Neeley promoting summer reading, Arthur Stewart exploring a legal career, and golfer Henry Ransom drawing crowds in Chicago and St Paul. Fans hope Ransom advances to the Western Open in Cleveland and the Massachusetts Open in Belmont, reflecting Bryan and the Country Club’s prominence.

George Stephan H. C. Ferguson F. L. Henderson Caldwell Bryan Arthur Stewart Henry Ransom Chicago St. Paul Minn Ransom Cleveland Ohio Belmont

New Texas Liquor Laws Tighten Controls After September 1

The Dallas News says the new liquor laws effective September 1 tighten enforcement of the ban on sales by the drink and restrict ties between beer wine and hard liquor businesses. Provisions allow tighter search seizure enable bid on confiscated liquor and require joint state local enforcement with local action to curb sales in residential zones.

Liquor Control Board Texas Dallas News

Baking Powder Biscuit Menu Ideas For Busy Households

Denton August 24. A collection of baking powder biscuit variations to suit lunches or suppers. Recipes include Cheese Biscuits Cinnamon Rolls Orange Biscuit and Virginia Biscuit with ingredients and step by step directions for mixing shaping and baking.

Denton

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