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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1919
Page
2
Classified preview from the Bryan paper notes obituary and cards of thanks priced by the line with five cent per line for notices. It lists subscription rates of one year four dollars and other periods, plus Thursday publication and mailing details with a tele phone contact.
Senate adopted conference report on the Esch bill allowing private ownership and operation of rail carriers to run boats on the Great Lakes and Long Island Sound. It argues railroads now seek all transport modes and water routes should be used to full capacity for freight and passenger traffic. Public opinion should prevent hogging of waterways by any corporation.
The piece argues that postwar needs will push wireless growth as widely as aviation. It stresses training gained in the army will aid radio progress, with returned aviators and radio men exchanging roles to advance research and commercial use across the ether.
The article envisions rapid, global communication expanding with wireless and aviation. It argues that twelve or more simultaneous transmissions will soon be routine, revealing all parts of the world as exploration in air and radio deepens understanding of geography time and mathematics. It stresses no distant places remain unknown and progress in wireless will prove endless knowledge.
A Washington correspondent notes many U S senators have journalism ties including Glass Harding Hitchcock Capper New Indiana Moses Hale and Smith Georgia. The piece suggests a historical study of American journalism within the Senate would yield rich insights.
The text notes Britain’s wartime food conservation with strict rations and canning. It cites a company that grew from 500 to 10,000 cases since 1909, each case with two dozen cans, driven by demand from Far Eastern and South African markets.
American manufacturers push typewriters fitted with new Chinese phonetic substitutes as China adopts the system. Chinese printers have used a clumsy 8000-ideograph machine, but the phonetic method offers a simple keyboard. A new livelihood may rise for Chinese typists, whether a typewriter girl or boy.
A public library in Vermont reports a staffing member devised a method to persuade children to care for library books. Each book now contains a permanent little letter from a junior assistant, encouraging responsible borrowing and return.
A brief plea from a small book to boys and girls to keep it clean, untorn, and dry. The letter emphasizes good handling, no marks, and not leaving it in the rain, noting many children respond by reading and following its advice.
The piece argues Mexico bears responsibility for the murder of an American, criticizing claims that Wallace ignored a halt order and was shot. It questions whether the state department will accept such excuses amid alleged deceit by Mexican officials in past cases and warns of future consequences. It asserts the U.S. must protect its citizens and uphold national dignity.
The article discusses two main routes the Exall Highway and the King's Trail from north to south. It notes tourism would boost travel through Bryan Bremond and Houston and mentions feeder links from Fort Worth to Waxahachie. It highlights required advertising to attract tourists and fixable road issues along the King's Trail.
Mrs. Louella Styles Vincent of Dallas and the Austin Chapter of Daughters of the Confederacy condemn the Confederate home conditions as filthy. The committee notes veterans must clean their own rooms, impractical for bedridden residents, with parsimony blamed for the state’s deficiencies. The piece argues veterans deserve comfort in their declining years and funding.
The writer argues a well run railway should pay about 20 percent dividend on actual value after maintenance. He criticizes railroads that dilute value by inflated stock with water and still push for 50 percent profits, calling the public gullible for tolerating such tactics.
The text reports relief among troubled people as scientists say the world will not end today. It notes widespread fears from wars and unrest and states that celestial events remain under divine order, allowing normal activities to continue.
Fred Hugo expresses sympathy for Pancho Villa yet doubts the American public will see him as a benevolent figure. The account leans toward Villistas propaganda rather than factual events and recalls the Columbus raid.
Former Senator Joseph W Bailey appears ready to seek the governorship if his supporters press him, saying he would run under such circumstances and prompting speculation about his political future.
A month and a half has passed since the Tex constitutional amendment election. officials have not yet certified results and await final tallies. Local observers call for transparency while candidates await confirmation of passage or defeat.
The report notes forty three counties still to report and indicates two amendments may carry while the canvassed vote shows all six amendments defeated.
The pool hall business was banned by a referendum, and its enforcement now stands as a democratic principle. The author notes satisfaction in the will of the people prevailing over personal views on the issue.
Governor Hobby highlights two adopted measures from his administration the ten mile zone law and the woman’s suffrage act. The ten mile zone law closed saloons in that area and the suffrage act enfranchised a large portion of citizens.
Big Jess Willard, once knocked out by Jack Dempsey, returns to public life amid rumors of a comeback. The ex-champion reportedly lax in training this week surfaces as a profiteer, stirring attention and questions about future plans.
County attorney sought AG confirmation on whether domino tables fall under the anti pool hall statute as doors remained ajar to probe legality.
An elderly observer recalls a time when Main Street was in a high state of cultivation and a cadet adds that it still serves as a good chicken run.
The article notes the Kaiser is not a dominant front page scream but suggests hope he will still secure a prominent headline of his own.
The article warns that receiving favorable treatment from Father Time does not grant exemption from duties or respect. It emphasizes responsible conduct and the fatigue of aging generations, urging proper deference to elders and adherence to social norms.
The note highlights that beginning a Christmas savings plan in January would have eased December spending. It urges readers to plan ahead and consider setting aside funds for upcoming holidays.
A young lady argues that men are bigger gossipers than women though she concedes they may lack as much curiosity.
Some men aim to gain a hearing from street groups by signaling they carry a bottle. This tactic suggests intimidation or display of weapon-like status to influence local power dynamics.
Washington December 16 a bill defining radicalism and aimed at forcing the labor department to arrest and deport all alien members of the Industrial Workers of the World and Kindred organizations was reported to the House by the immigration committee.
Paris reports Sadi Legointe, a French aviator, achieved an officially timed average speed of 189 miles 247 12 yards per hour in a test announced today. The record marks a notable advance in aviation performance for the era.
Plymouth speaker Lady Astor, addressing a local audience, urged Americans not to pull out of the league of nations. She warned American women that wartime sacrifice would be wasted if the US withdrew from the League.
Lawyers for major liquor interests hinted at civil action against the United States government as the next move in the fight against prohibition and said they would seek compensation for losses estimated at 300 million dollars.
Paris announced that telegraphic service between France and Germany will be resumed today. The official statement confirmed the restoration of cross border telegraph communications.
O. L. and Victor Andrews of Har vey and John H. Gregg from his Brazos bottoms plantation were seen in Bryan today, accompanying business calls and local travel.
Washington reports that the army engineering corps recommends abandoning the government project to improve the Brazos river between old Washington and Waco as economically unfeasible for navigation or freight rate control. It suggests local interests may maintain existing locks and dams if desired.
London reports that thirteen hundred British troops in Persia were wiped out by hostile forces, according to a Moscow wireless dispatch.
Austin reports the Texas department of education will hold special examinations in every county on January 2 and 3 to address a shortage of teachers. The move aims to certify additional instructors across the state.
Superintendent W C Lawson announces Bryan public schools will dismiss Friday December 19 for a ten day holiday. Classes resume December 29 with a holiday on New Year’s Day.
An advert for a Syruphonic Laxative labeled LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN claims to cure habitual constipation in 14 to 21 days. It purports to relieve promptly and requires regular use for 1 to 21 days to induce regular action. Stimulant and regulator with a pleasant taste, offered at 60 cents per bottle.
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