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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1935
Page
1
The column argues that immediate prosperity comes from social cooperation rather than ruthless business. It notes the cattle industry’s importance to business and consumers and questions how everyone might obtain sufficient fresh meat amid contemporary retail practices.
John Edge of Humble Oil and Refining Company visits his mother in Victoria and made a trip to Cleburne. Miss Robbie Dell Colley of Alvin, niece of Mrs. R. R. Ellis, visits Bryan after travels to Colorado and St. Louis. Morgan Smith recovers at Wilkerson Memorial Clinic after tonsil removal surgery.
Mr and Mrs Fred L Sloop and daughter Elizabeth conclude a 6100 mile journey from Bryan to Los Angeles visiting Carlsbad Caverns Grand Canyon and the San Diego Exposition en route they praise the Chicago Century of Progress but call the expo smaller in scale The return route includes Salt Lake City and Colorado scenic spots Denton hosts Mrs Sloop to receive a masters degree in education from Texas College for Women after six weeks of travel they are glad to be back in Bryan.
Ruth Chatterton, star turned pilot, lands in Abilene for an overnight stop amid a Los Angeles to Cleveland derby with a dozen challengers. Leslie Hayward remains the leader into Midland, arriving moments after Chatterton. The race runs on a handicap basis with Tulsa and Oklahoma City on the next leg after a barbecue welcome.
The Lions Club held a business luncheon on Tuesday. A classification talk by Sankey Park was postponed. Officials expect next Tuesday's meeting to boost attendance and activity after a quiet August.
Washington reports the new Social Security board has given up plans to grant aid to states this year for old age pensions and other program aspects. The move follows a deficit bill defeat in Huey Long’s filibuster. If relief funds aren’t usable, funds from Labor and Commerce may cover payrolls.
Mrs. Annie Held aged 60 wife of Dr. John A. Held former Bryan pastor now Baptist missionary in Waco died Sunday morning after a brief illness. Funeral Monday at First Baptist Waco with burial in Oakwood. She left a large family including sons Jno A Held Jr Donald Held Colbert Held and daughters Fielding Byers T Davis F A Davis Anna Adine Held. The family had resided in Waco for six years after leaving Mexia.
The Brazos County commissioners accepted the new bridge across the Little Brazos on Sandy Point road after approval from J E Brown. Built by Austin Bridge Company, dirt work and final checks set to finish by Wednesday with public opening planned afterward. The court also approved paying half the meat storage rent at Moehiman building on East 25th street.
N. D. Baker of Bryan Motor Co. returns to work after funeral services for his mother, Mollie Frances Baker, who died August 18 in Waco. She was 80 years old and survived by four sons and four daughters. The funeral and burial took place in Lexington at 5 p.m. with Rev. Gates officiating.
Weather readings over the past seven days showed temperatures never below 71 degrees with a peak of 101 on Saturday. Maximums ranged from 95 to 101, with little temperature variation throughout the period.
A. L. Ward was found guilty of disturbing the peace at the Will Coulee cafe on Main Street. The trial occurred Tuesday before Justice of the Peace A. J. Buchanan and Ward was ordered to pay a fine and costs totaling $25.75.
J W Pritchett and A C Cook of the state board of water engineers begin surveys to produce profiles or cross sections of proposed Brazos project dam sites. They aim to have engineering data ready if WPA approval comes. Cook stays in the field. party travels from the north end toward Bell county, with about three days per dam.
Tom Field, manager of the Brazos Valley Cotton Cooperative Association, says the new 9¢ loan announced for 1935 cotton benefits farmers. He notes farmers may sell their cotton or take the loan and cooperate with the government program in 1936, with advances based on the difference between market price and 12 cents per pound, across 10 designated markets.
A called meeting of the county school board will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o clock in the office of County Superintendent Mrs W E Neeley. The purpose is to set up the rural transportation system for the coming school year. Trustees facing transportation difficulties are invited to bring them for a hearing.
Snook in Burleson County thrives as a growing inland town of thrifty industrious residents. Incandescent farm and business lights mark a welcoming beacon for travelers and emphasize a proactive, diverse community including Bohemians Germans and Americans. Snook lies 18 miles from Bryan Caldwell and Summerville, founded in 1890 and named for a local postmaster.
John H White Sr age 86 died Sunday morning Aug 25 at 9 in Bryan Brazos County. He born Oct 26 1848 in Georgia came to Brazos County at 21 and lived at Wixon farm for over 50 years. Funeral Monday 10 at Wixon church with Dr Watts and Rev Breazeale. Survived by widow son J H White Jr and three daughters. Pallbearers named.
Area Council executive committee reported no deficit from the recent scout camp. A ten day camp cost per scout $4.50 covering food and equipment. Daniel Russell chaired the meeting and letters of appreciation will be sent to supporters.
Fletcher H. Poole, Millican presiding judge, notes the town voted dry for the first time in history. Poole, a 43 year resident, recalls long service in local elections and mentions the old-age pension amendment passed with strong support.
Moscow reports the Soviet government rejects the U S protest regarding the Seventh Congress of the Third Communist International Ambassador William Bullitt received a reply from Under Secretary N M Krestinsky stating no violations were found and the USSR cannot accept the protest.
Governor Alfred named District Judge W. C. Davis of Bryan to the Civil Judicial Council succeeding Judge P. A. Martin. Davis has long served as district judge in the 85th district and presiding judge of the 2nd Administrative Judicial District. The act creates council to study civil courts and simplify procedure with annual reports to the Governor and Legislature.
Directors of the Brazos Valley Cotton Cooperative Association held a midweek board meeting in their Commerce offices. Attendees included J. R. McCrary Calvert president Tom Field secretary Calvert J W Brosig Navasota Bob Shear Chappel Hill H L Atkinson Maysfield CA Bain Caldwell and John D. Rogers Navasota.
Wayne Harris former Eagle carrier on College road was injured in Quanah while working for Gif ford Hill Construction Company. The tip of one finger was mashed and initial fears suggested several might be lost.
Attorney General William McCraw ruled that the Dean law penalties apply in all counties until the canvass of election returns. He expects the state canvassing board to meet around September 9 and says dry counties by local option remain dry until state action allows change.
Washington August 27 report lists six states remaining dry after Texas votes to repeal prohibition. Constitutional dry states Kansas Oklahoma remain dry. Alabama Georgia Mississippi Tennessee stay dry by law but not constitution.
Paris reports the death of Jose Yves Limantour 81, noted Mexican financier. He died Monday at his home. He is survived by his son Guillermo Limantour and a daughter, Senora Miguel De Yturbe.
Three Texas institutions Texas A M College Station North Texas State Teachers College and Texas State College for Women will originate programs from their own studios for WFAA broadcasts in fall and winter. The Farm and Home program from A M will start Sept 16 via WTAW and be carried to WFAA Grapevine WOAT San Antonio and KPRC Houston units.
Detroit Aug 27 William Green president of the American Federation of Labor said the United States should follow up its protest to the Soviet government over propaganda activities by withdrawing recognition of the Soviet state. Labor is more convinced than ever a serious mistake was made when recognition was extended to the Soviet government.
New textbooks have arrived at the Brazos county superintendent office and are being checked. Most county schools will open September 16 unless trustees choose another date. The teaching staff kickoff meeting is set for September 14 at Bowie school in Bryan.
Temple reports 75 representatives from county councils agents and farm specialists chose Acala cotton as best adapted to Texas blackland area based on Blackland Experiment Station results. Jno D Rogers of Navasota runs Brazos county seed farm hosting 111 A Acala. government contracts seed supply.
The Workers Council of the First Methodist Church met on the lawn to plan the coming school year and the expected influx of Methodist students. Members discussed advancing the Sunday school and caring for all pupils, with open opinions and numerous constructive steps. A later session in September reviewed the plans and issued final instructions for implementation.
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