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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1917
Page
1
A joint resolution drafted in line with President Wilson and the state department declares a state of war exists with Austria Hungary since noon today. It directs the full use of naval and military forces to wage war against that government. The measure was introduced by the affairs committee led by Chairman Flood of the House foreign affairs committee.
Rhode Island Reds dominate the Brazos county show opening in Bryan with strong displays of white Leghorns white Wyandottes and Plymouth Rocks. Dr. S C Richardson leads the Rhode Island Red club of Texas with Mrs J B Vermillion as secretary as Bryan high school's agricultural class visits and assists with arrangement under C B Jenkins.
P L Lewis chairman of the state board of agriculture says after talks with Herbert Hoover that Missouri will reduce hog mortality. About two million dollars worth of hogs died in 1916 from hog cholera. The board mailed notices asking farmers to report sick hogs and will send a state veterinary to treat hogs and provide preventatives.
Colonel H. T Milner, former president of the agricultural and mechanical college, agreed to travel in northern and farming sections of the state at the request of the Federal Land Bank in Houston. He will assist farmers in forming local loan associations and advise members on using their organizations to maximum benefit from the bank.
Washington December 5 official announce ment states Lieutenant Colonel Judson of the American military mission to Russia and Major H C Kerth temporarily military attache to the American embassy protested against attempts for a separate peace with Germany without directions from the U S government.
From Berne reports describe Swiss unease over persistent peace rumors tied to unofficial envoys from belligerent nations. The piece notes that actual negotiations, if any, occur privately through unappointed figures, and public sentiment remains pessimistic about any real peace moves.
Harold L. Shamberger, a Rich Oil operator earning about $100,000 last year in the Humbolt field, has enlisted in the army and serves as a sergeant in the 31st Field Artillery at Camp Bowie. He says the money did not deter his urge to serve Uncle Sam and claims he knows Pershing and regards him as the best leader for the job in France.
The Court of Criminal Appeals dismissed the habeas corpus plea of former Secretary of State John McKay in a misapplication of public funds case. It held the Travis County district criminal court could extend its term and that indictments remain valid.
Mexico City December 5 alarm grows over the pink boll worm and boll weevil in the Laguna district near Torreon Coahuila where cotton output reportedly drops by about 235 percent August Busch of the US Department of Agriculture says the only effective measure is to stop planting cotton there for two to three years and to fumigate or destroy remaining seed while diversifying crops Pastor Rouaix issues a circular urging farmers to shift to cereals to prevent a worse outbreak.
Miss Agnes Conway of Steep Hollow wins the Texas state fair canning title at Dallas earning the most premiums among all girl exhibitors. She earned multiple prizes including firsts for pickled beets and plum jelly and placed in several categories with totals noted in the state fair premium list.
The Bryan chapter of the American Red Cross organized an all day benefit to be held Friday by Bryan area moving picture theatres. Proceeds from three shows will aid sewing material and wool for knitted items for soldiers. A long list of committee members across Bryan Brazos County was named to run the event.
The Federal Reserve Board approved a general increase in discount rates by about one half percent at the 12 Federal Reserve Banks to curb inflation and foster sound business conditions.
Seven of the thirteen convicts who escaped from the state penitentiary were captured in a box car near Norris. The remaining six were surrounded by authorities as pursuit continued.
Fort Worth news reports state registrar W. A. Davis will initiate prosecutions of physicians statewide for incomplete vital statistics reports. The law requires full death reports and births within five days, with undertakers needing county burial permits for out of city interments.
From Tuesday's Daily Eagle Bryan and Brazos county youths show patriotism as Langston Spell Lucky Spell and W B Tucker plan to apply for navy service in Houston. Charley Stuart who passed the naval exam will sign up and depart for Great Lakes Naval Training. Homer Stuart resigns December 15 to seek army service or other duties in Houston.
Texas state highway commissioners depart Corsicana Wednesday December 12 for an inspection of the Henry Exall Memorial highway routes. They will hear local claims in each county, spend four days total, and may decide the route after a Bryan visit. Local highway supporters aim to recruit 500 to 1 000 new members per county.
Italian headquarters in Northern Italy reports Austro German forces massed in the Asiago sector with ten divisions ready. Recurrence of offensives is expected amid the buildup of troops and artillery.
Berlin reports Austro-German forces seized hill positions yesterday in the Sette Commune area on the northern Italian front. The war office announced the gains as troops pressed along the mountain front.
London reports that on both sides only anti artillery activity occurred today with no infantry operations.
Rev Russell preached at Knob Prairie BBA appointment weekend. Sunday school reported 33 members 3 teachers and one visitor. Ollie Wilcox visited relatives at Tabor for Thanksgiving. A school program Friday night featured songs drills quartets and recitations followed by treats. Miss Sarah Saladiner won prettiest girl. twelve dollars raised for the school.
Berlin dispatch reports the German war office announcing extended negotiations with Russia to include Rumanian troops as part of armistice discussions.
Paris reports eight German aircraft downed on Monday as the war office notes active artillery fighting east of Verdun along the Meuse in the ongoing conflict.
The Interstate Commerce Commission urged Congress to suspend antitrust and anti pooling laws to unify railroad resources for the war. It called for a government loan to railroads and assignment of securities to a special body. It also said some rate increases were imperative, warning that government operation could be the wartime alternative.
Dr. R. E. Vinson urged a conference of heads from the university and state agricultural college and other institutions to reduce duplication and seek the general good. He pledged personal participation in the effort during the legislative sub committee on educational matters in Austin on December 5.
Plans completed for placing markers along The King’s Highway in Texas under the governor and a Daughters of the Republic of Texas committee. Five thousand dollars is available for the project with markers to be placed at stated distances along the historic route.
Washington reports indicate the Austrian war resolution may be delayed until next week after talks between the senate and house foreign committees chairs. Chairman Flood said he hopes to bring the measure to the house tomorrow but Friday remains probable, with orderly consideration planned.
Dallas Dec. 5 Lieutenant from the Royal Flying Corps was secured at Fort Worth after their airplane fell near Canville seventeen miles south of Dallas. An unidentified student was probably fatally hurt in the crash.
Democratic Leader Kitchen outlined the house program focusing on appropriations and war measures. He expected that woman suffrage and prohibition constitutional amendments will be taken up and voted on before the Christmas holidays, with conservation measures also considered.
British troops with Russian support conduct a successful operation in Mesopotamia, announced by Major General Maurice chief director of military operations. The report notes the combined action and a notable victory in the campaign.
London reports that processing the by-products of ration waste in army camps has become a lucrative enterprise, yielding nearly one hundred million dollars in profit for the year.
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