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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1921
Page
2
A Bryan Texas weekly notes a Gonzales farmer selling a turkey gobbler for 13.80 and ponders cotton prices tied to boll weevil. It cites a quip about Washington and Jefferson’s imagined back, and comments on Education Week in local schools emphasizing real action in public education.
East Texas editor proposes a retaliation against Louisiana by tightening measures against bootleggers after Louisiana bans Texas cotton. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes the suggested move as a regional response to trade tensions.
Dr Vaughan of Waskom files suit in Marshall court to recover 500 dollars for the killing of his dog by a railway wagon. The case hints at further dog damages if recovered. The note also mentions sports writer Jinx Tucker as Hiran and the famed mule Maud.
The Dallas limesterald notes a Texas voter optimism predicting a Republican shift within six years. A Galveston minister, by contrast, is praised as the real optimist for sticking with Bartenders Union dues.
The piece urges greater effort to boost housing and production while noting high strike activity and joblessness. It argues for decisive action and real work without quibbling, framing it as essential for economic recovery.
A call to end railroad mis management and inefficiency after salary cuts and rule changes. Proponents urge lower freight rates and a sweeping program of reform to free the country from railroad ties and throttling practices.
A trade expert cites rising unrest in Mexico with exaggerated strike talk, claiming diminished productivity and holidays as a sign of imminent collapse. The piece frames national strain as a warning to all nations and peoples.
Banking Commissioner Ed Hall told Bryan Chamber of Commerce directors that banks and businessmen should push a thrift campaign and use advertising space to boost morale. He praised Bryan and Brazos county for stability through reverses and said advertising strengthens community confidence and resourcefulness.
Two veteran Texas editors from Milam and Wilson counties attended the A and M College Thanksgiving football game. John E. Cooke of the Rockdale Reporter and Sam A. Fore Jr. of the Floresville Chronicle, both former Texas Press Association presidents, praised A and M and pledged to send their sons here.
Bryan Elks Lodge No. 859 held a memorial service at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. Rev. S Moylan Bird delivered the address honoring numerous departed members as lodge officers conducted the rite and flowers were placed in remembrance.
Postmaster Lawrence shares a Christmas Message urging early mailing to ensure prompt delivery. The bulletin notes 40 000 000 letters daily with 2 000 000 misaddressed and asks for clear names and return addresses and proper postage.
Fire damaged the Boatwright residence of H O Boatwright president of the First National Bank on Sunday afternoon. The roof and second story were destroyed while the family dined. Firefighters under Chief C E Jenkins saved the main building though water damage and furniture loss were heavy. Insurance valued at $6,500 on a $15,000 home.
Mr. Ed S. Wickes received the official notice of the Texas Fox and Wolf Hunters Association at Jefferson from December 12 to 18. Rev. B. B. Crimm is president with E. T. Roseborough as secretary. Wickes says two silver cups will be awarded after the chase and thirty prizes will be given to lucky hunters. Wickes invites prospective fox or wolf hunters to join the annual chase.
Dr John A Held pastor of First Baptist Church returned from Dallas where he attended the Baptist State convention He was summoned home by the death of Mr J W Howell to conduct the funeral services on Sunday afternoon He spoke of a special message from Rev Bonnie Grimes of Sulphur Springs a noted Baptist leader in Texas
Friday December 2 1921 reports Gus Baade visiting Bryan from Benchley and Texas Live Stock special train passengers sharing postcards from Evans Harrison Walton Ward and others. J J Pressley returns from Cook's Point. Mrs P B Tilson visits Houston. Frank E Fuller and M B Parker travel for business. Mrs Ella Weatherby revisits Bryan. many farmers and townsfolk arrive or depart Bryan for errands and social events. Saturday December 3 notes Rev Adams preaching in Bryan, Dr Nelson visiting, G W Boyd cleaning Bryan church seats and organs, Judge Davis home from district court, and numerous local residents and travelers in Bryan for weekend activities.
The December Farm Boys and Girls Leader highlights Brazos County as an example of active club work with enrollment drives, profits on projects, and emphasis on the Live at Home program. It notes corn prizes, turkey sales, and community efforts to boost agriculture through 4 H clubs and county agents.
G. W. Boyd exhibited his new Boyd Egg Candler that tests 36 eggs in half a minute using an electrical attachment. After seven years of work he has applied for a patent and claims buyers can assess three dozen eggs quickly, resolving disputes between producers and buyers.
The invitation states Mr and Mrs Allen Smith invite guests to the marriage of their daughter Alice Childress to Mr Ivan Langford on Sunday morning December 25 1921 at 11:30 at First Christian Church Bryan Texas.
D D Williamson left Sunday for Coleman to attend his brother ec Williamson's marriage to Miss Lillian Wilson on Tuesday December 6 at nine thirty at the First Methodist church. He will return to Bryan on Wednesday.
Mrs J W Howell former resident of College Avenue died at 1:55 PM today. Funeral at 3:30 PM at home with Dr Al Held of the First Na tist Church officiating. Interment at the local cemetery, survivor list includes W S Webb and R W Swell, and Mes D Dy East of Akhachie.
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