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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1918
Page
2
The Bryan Weekly Eagle urges Texans to boost food production, deploy labor for war effort, and curb industrial slackers. Gov. Hobby notes Texas must feed troops and support fighting men, with one million able-bodied residents needing to work or enlist.
An analysis argues Germany plans a postwar trade and information offensive to mold public opinion in allied and neutral lands. It links press control by Krupp and others to a broader scheme, including Swiss wind of German news, propaganda in Vienna, and global journalism influence.
The piece argues German soldiers may revolt after World War I ends if conditions and war weariness grow. It notes Wilson distinguishes the German government from the people, and suggests Prussia’s role may hinder revolt. It warns of casualties, hunger, and costs before any revolutionary change.
Archangel August 27 Associated Press reports Nicholas Tschaikovsky head of the provisional government declares America’s policy aligns with their aims He says they want a new Russian front and to reorganize the country themselves and to have the allies form troops behind which they can pursue their salvation.
Amsterdam Aug 24 Germany protested Spain's plan to replace Spanish tonnage sunk with interned German ships in an official Berlin statement.
The Senate tentatively accepted the Cummins amendment to the manpower bill by a 73 to 0 vote. The provision bars applying the rule to labor strikes where workers submit grievances to the War Labor Board and return to work pending the board’s decision.
Washington August 24 Republican senators adopted a resolution urging the senate to support the woman suffrage measure and adopt it immediately.
The War Department reports six deaths from aviation accidents on United States flying fields during the week ending August 27.
The Brazos county exemption board lists 61 men called to entrain between September 1 and 6. The calls include 43 white men for Camp Travis, 3 Negroes for Camp Dodge in Iowa, 9 Negroes for Camp Travis, and 6 white men for limited service to Camp Bowie.
The navy department announced that three American ships were sunk in foreign waters by German U boats. Lake Eden, West Bridge, and Culture were lost with several crew members missing or dead. The West Bridge and Lake Eden were near completion of homeward voyages when sunk.
Chicago on August 24 reports Peter James, president of the bootblack union, said fifteen cents for shining shoes and girls to do it will likely classify the job as nonessential. The statement frames a shift in labor classification.
An advertisement announces a Cincinnati discovery to loosen and lift corns with a few drops of a sticky drying liquid. It promises instant relief from soreness and painless removal, claiming it prevents dangerous infections from improper self treatment. The ad targets druggists and customers seeking cheap, effective corn and callus relief.
Manager Sims of Bryan Telephone signed contracts for a new 400 line magneto switchboard and campus cables. A second floor central office at Milner Hall will restrict access. pay stations will charge a nickel for calls to Bryan. Rates rise to 1.75 for residences and 2.50 for offices to curb nonpaying use.
Albert Kyle announces a sale event in Bryan this Saturday August 31 featuring a car load of well bred mares and horses. Trade possible for mules. Auction details to follow.
A brief advertisement offers bookkeeping and stenography courses with board tuition and stationery paid. Mail courses are free and positions secured. Walden's Short and Easy Way promises half savings. L. R. Walden, president, Nacogdoches Texas.
Three American Marines were killed and one wounded in a clash with bandits in Seibo Province Santo Domingo on August 15. Many bandits were killed or captured in the fighting near the capital.
London article reports Ross Saladiner was slightly wounded July 20, 1918, during World War I. Joe M. Saladiner received the message confirming his son is alive and lightly wounded, with his mother and father relieved by the news. The young marksman reportedly helped in the engagement against German forces.
Major R. M. McLeod of the 79th Canadian Highlanders, after three years on the western front and a severe wounding comeback, is assigned by the Canadian war department to A and M College as instructor in modern tactics. He arrives September 16 to begin the fall term on September 18. His career includes the lieutenant governor's cup in 1913, command of company A of the 27th battalion, and rapid advancement to major for bravery and efficiency.
A home remedy blends lemon juice with three ounces of orchard white to create a skin lotion. Strain lemon juice to remove pulp, mix with orchard white, and store for months. Applied daily to face neck and hands, it aims to bleach and smooth the complexion at little cost.
Pope Benedict conferred his blessing on the Knights of Columbus for their war relief efforts. The message was received in New York by James A. Flaherty, supreme knight.
Walter Hines Page, the American ambassador to Great Britain, plans to resign due to ill health, according to an official announcement. The reported move follows Augusta 27 notes indicating his pending departure and prompts reaction from diplomatic circles.
Paris notes in L Heure pose a cryptic query about an echo to the great Bertha and whether it will carry a Yankee accent, prompting curiosity about the voice and origin of the echo.
There is more Catarrh In this section of the country than all other diseases put together. Catsrrh is cured by constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally and acts through the blood on mucous surfaces. One Hundred Dollars Reward offered for a case Hall's fails to cure. Toledo Ohio manufacturers. Bold by ta. Hall's Family File for constipation.
In El Paso on August 26 a new war relief effort called Chickenizing France forms a club. Members wear buttons stating I have a chicken in France while donations buy eggs or feed for poultry in northern France to aid war orphans left by devastations. The plan, started in New York, aims to supply incubators and support for needy families as Germans confiscate poultry and food.
An advertisement promotes LAX FOS WITH PEPSIN a liquid digestive laxative for indigestion constipation and biliousness. It is marketed by Paris Medicine Co makers of Laxative Bromo Quinine and Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic.
Mrs J C Boyett of Bryan and W E Foster of Waco wed in Marlin at 8 pm with Rev C Wesneroski officiating. They honeymoon at Artesia hotel in Marlin then return to Bryan where Foster resumes work at the college after a few months employed last session. Mrs Boyett is daughter of Mrs C Mendola of this city.
The fishing schooner Rush from Boston was sunk yesterday morning off the fishing grounds by a German submarine. The crew landed safely.
Stockholm dispatch reports Swedish journalists say Berliners are not thinking of war and are preparing for peace by building theaters and other projects. They note Hindenburg’s tactics, saying retreats may have purposes. Civilian hunger is limited overall, with northern Germany facing shortages while Berlin's elites and farmers retain supplies.
Amsterdam August 26 A German newspaper comments on Senator Lodge advocating peace dictated by the allies It notes that an understanding is impossible while such views persist among the enemy and urges continued war until opponents concede they cannot prevail
An advertisement offers up to 21.50 per set for old false teeth and gold items with cash by return mail. It notes package handling of 19 to 15 days pending offer approval and lists United States Smelting Works Inc and 994 Goldsmith Bldg as contact details. A separate weather note records Sunday rainfall of 1.55 inches with countywide totals and a bank-full Wixon creek amid cotton damage from the storm.
Amsterdam reports Constantinople was bombarded by two hostile air squadrons on Wednesday night according to an official Turkish statement. The dispatch notes malarial fever cures as a separate item.
Washington reports casualties among American forces with totals to date. Kill in action 4212 including 291 at sea. Died of wounds 1260. Died of disease 1594. Died of accident and other causes 715. Wounded in action 0476. Missing in action including prisoners 2187. Total to date 20444.
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