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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1924

Page

4

Lions Club Luncheon Highlights Pastor Talk and Minstrel Prep

J Bryan Miller leads Bryan Lions Club luncheon with C A Searcy presenting on ministry life. Sholl discusses ministry gender roles and pastor challenges. Miller Locke discuss minstrel show plans. List of attendees includes local leaders and a Bryan Eagle correspondent.

C. A. Searcy Lions Club of Bryan Episcopal Guild Episcopal Rio Grande Lion Sholl Lion Miller Henry Locke J. Bryan Miller O. J. Parks Richard Ratcliffe R. M. Vick J. W. Hall E. J. Hunt F. D. Fuller L. L. Stephens R. V. Armstrong T. A. Munson C. R. Gardner J. E. Hensarling Horace Bullock A. B. Buchanan Silverton Jess M. Cook Wm. N. Shell M. M. Erskine Pat Newton Willard Chambers Lamar Jones E. V. Spence M. E. Cox W. E. Neeley Harry S. Edge J. Coulter Smith T. E. Wallace Ruth Knox H. D. Cuykendall The Bryan Eagle

Committees Named County Health Work November Report

Brazos County Health Committee met December 12 1924 at 3 p m in the courthouse with Miss Elizabeth Curtis presiding Newly elected chairwoman Mrs A H Leidigh College acted secretary pro tem Present were Mrs J L Brock Mills P Walker A J Buchanan Dr E P Humbert J Bryan Miller and others Curtis Health nurse reported November figures including 71 total cases with 69 carried forward and 50 visits and 44 in health classifications Committees appointed for 1925: Finance Clinic Publicity Office and Supply Social Service chaired by Mrs Brock and others Meeting adjourned to January 3 1925

Brazos County E. P. Humbert J. Bryan Miller Will Presnal Tabor Miss Curtis Brock Mills Walker Tyler Kaswell P. S. Mangum Noah Cole Ross Banana H. O. Ferguson J. T. Hanway Social Service Committee J. L. Brock Walter Smith Gee. Jones

Invitations Sent For Country Club Reception On December Twenty Seventh

Mrs Algernon Benbow invites Bryan and College friends to a Country Club reception Saturday December 27 from four to six oclock honoring Mrs Osborne S Johnson Mrs L Loring Click of Austin and Mrs Winthrop W Leach of Beaumont.

Bryan Algernon Benbow Country Club Osborne S. Johnson L. Loring Click Austin Winthrop W. Leach Beaumont

Harvey Happenings: Christmas trees planned at church and school

Special to Bryan Dally Fagle reports Harvey plans a Christmas tree at the church and another at the schoolhouse for children. Amon Williams and family moved to Bryan. Robert Etheridge's family moved to Lee Andrews' old homestead. Vance Arrington may move near the church to build a blacksmith shop. Residents hope for rain.

Bryan Dally Fagle Harvey Cole Amon Williams Bryan Robert Etheridge Lee Andrews Vance Arrington Harvey Church

G N Railway Holiday Excursion Tickets Notice

Holiday excursion tickets from points in Texas to Texas and Louisiana go on sale December 19 to 24. Return by January 5. See 1.-G. N. Agent for details.

Texas Louisiana G. N

A M Football Team Guests Bryan Rotary Luncheon

A large crowd attended the Bryan Rotary noon luncheon at the Green Parrot Tex Room to entertain the A and M football squad and coaches. Rev S Moylan Bird introduced guests including Mr and Mrs C H Ward. Coach D X Bible spoke on service before self and congratulated the team on spirited play.

Rotarians Green Parrot Tex A and M Aggie S. Moylan Bird C. H. Ward the Baptist Church Mr. Ward

Examinations for Clerks and Carriers January 17 1925

Postmaster Marvin F. Carroll announces clerk carrier examinations at the Bryan post office on January 17 1925 starting at 9 a m. Applicants should see T A Cloud for blanks to gain admission. The annual exam creates an eligible register for future vacancies or additional help.

Marvin F. Carroll Bryan T. A. Cloud

Three Boys Stand Before Judge in Juvenile Court

Three local boys, unnamed for now, appeared before Judge W C Davis at 11 30 Tuesday in juvenile court. They faced burglary charges involving local residences and railroad cabooses. The trial concluded with probation set. violation could send them to reform school.

W. C. Davis Reform School

Dope Fiends Held Then Released by Brazos County Sheriff

Brazos County Sheriff Jess Con Lee summoned by telephone from Millican and brought back two individuals labeled dope fiends. They were jailed on suspicion for four or five hours and released without charges, described as afflicted with a bad habit and a nuisance to Millican.

Millican Jess Conlee Brazos County

December Temperatures at A. and M. College

A weekly tabulation from December 8 to December 14 shows daily minimum and maximum temperatures recorded by the division of entomology at A. and M. College under director F. L. Thomas. Temperatures ranged from 36 to 80 degrees with notable warmth on December 13 and 14.

Division of Entomology A. and M. College F. L. Thomas

Twenty Five Discharged From A M College for Hazing

Twenty five students were dismissed from A M College for hazing. All dismissed members belonged to one military organization. President W B Bizzell said the policy requires withdrawal for guilty students and the action aligns with that rule.

Bryan Daily Eagle College Station A. and M. College Today W. B. Bizzell

Red Cross urges World War veterans seek 1925 aid

The American Red Cross in Brazos county through Mrs. Albert J. Buchanan reminds veterans with neuro psychiatric disability or tuberculosis at 10 percent or more must file by January 1 1925 to claim hospital care and compensation. Ex service men with these disabilities are presumed to have incurred them in the war and eligible for automatic benefits. Obtain guidance and filing by visiting 4203 West 24th Street or call for Home Service Secretary Buchanan who has helped several applicants and urges timely action.

The Red Cross Brazos County Albert J. Buchanan Veterans Bureau West 24Th Street Home Service American Red Cross

Doctor Halsell to Visit Laredo Couple

Dr. John T. Halsell of Laredo will arrive tomorrow for a short visit to Mr. and Mrs. George Halsell, staying a few days.

John T. Halsell Laredo George Halsell

Representative Teer Praises Bryan During Visit

State representative Claude D. Teer of Granger Williamson County lauds Bryan for civic cleanliness fine streets and buildings wide paved roads and modern city management. He calls Bryan an educational center praises support of A and M College and his plans to visit again.

Claude D. Teer Granger Williamson County Bryan M. College

Scoutmaster Barron Teaches New Games to Troop 13

Troop No. 138, Bryan Boy Scouts met Sunday at 1:30 for their weekly gathering. The oath opened the meeting, old and new business were discussed, and a basketball captain, Wilman Ross, was elected. Scoutmaster W. S. Barron taught four new games. Present were Mr. Barron and several scouts and visitors including Frank Bain, Charles Moehlman, Paul Patronella, Morris Hamilton, John Robert Persons, Osburn Higgs, Woodrow Wallace, Henry Godwin, John Heard Astin, Abram, Sam and Jake Kaplan.

Bryan Wilman Ross W. S. Barron Mr. Barron Frank Bain Charles Moehlman Paul Patronella Morris Hamilton John Robert Persons

Birth of a baby girl to Mr and Mrs Harvey Stanford

A baby girl was born this morning December 17 at Bryan Hospital. Both mother and infant are doing well. The Sta nford family resides with Miss Grace Bowman. Mr Stanford is a chemist at the Experiment Station of A and M College.

Harvey Stanford

Meeting of Brazos Valley Council in Bryan Discusses 1924 Progress

The Brazos Valley Boy Scout Council held a Sunday meeting in Bryan at the Chamber of Commerce rooms with wide local turnout. W. S. Barron led talks on district status, volunteer leadership, and goals for 1925, praising scouting work and community involvement.

Brazos Valley Bryan E. F. Parks E. Eberstadt I. E. Warren M. M. Erskine C. R. Gardner W.S. Barron Ralph Sterling Somerville W. P. Knox Houston Austin John H. Hood Area Council W. S. Barron Knight Madisonville Patout Navasota Nelms Caldwell Somervill Hood J. D. Martin Martin

Woman's Club Holds Delightful December Meeting

The Woman's Club met December 10 with twenty four members. President Mrs W S Howell called to order and outlined holiday plans including gifts for men in the State prisons. Mrs R S Webb heads this project while Mrs Mills P Walker led a program on The Republic of Texas and Its Home Affairs.

Woman’s Club W. S. Howell Bryan Club R. S. Webb Woman's Club Mills P. Walker J. L. Brock

Reliance Community Meeting hosts charity box supper

A packed Reliance schoolhouse enjoyed a Saturday night community program with readings songs and a trading day appeal. Nearly 40 boxes raised 56.75 with a 15.75 cake auction to support the local Baptist church and community projects.

Elks Official Praises Order and Bryan Visit

Colonel R H Dunn district deputy exalted ruler of the Elks. visiting Bryan spoke on Elks principles and their relief work. He recalled 1913 river flood aid and urged Bryan to support Elks community service. He said the order, now about 1 million strong, pursues uplift and relief nationally.

R. H. Dunn Sabine Orange Beaumont Port Neches Sabine Pass Port Arthur Bryan Order of the Elks The Elks Order Brazos Grand Lodge Hempstead Navasota Eagle Dunn

Local society notices and travels across Brazos County

A roundup of visits and trips from Monday's Daily notes Mr. and Mrs. 8 C Williams and Mrs C P Jones drove to Independence Washington county for Sunday. Laura Belle Roten Brazos County home demonstration agent attends Houston conference then travels to Wharton for holidays. Fred Buchanan of Silverton visits Bryan and attends Masonic Grand Lodge in Waco. Artie Lou Smith ill in San Antonio. speedy recovery wishes from Bryan friends. Mrs D Garnand Wellington Kansas visiting daughter Mrs 8S C Rude in Bryan. Several children and relatives travel between Houston Galveston Bryan and San Antonio for Christmas. County Agent C L Benson tours Zack and Houston for terracing and district meeting. Adele Forrester arrives from Baylor to spend holidays with parents G V Forrester and Lucille Chase accompanies her home. Rosemary born to Mr. and Mrs J M Fountain. mother and babe in Bryan Hospital. Many small visits in Bryan, College Station, and surrounding towns noted.

8. C. Williams C. P. Jones Independence Washington County Laura Belle Roten Brazos County Houston Roten Wharton Fred Buchanan Silverton Bryan Waco Masonic Grand Lodge R. L. Buchanan Artie Lou Smith San Antonio Artie Lou Ela Smith Jess Conlee May Kellner Dean Kellner Bryant Robert Herbert Kellner Oscar Berryman Mexia J. N. Goodwin J. B. Dunn G. H Wheelock D. Mike Don C. G. Walker Marlin C. L. Benson Zack Henry Koontz Adele Forrester Baylor University G. V. Forrester Lucille Chase R. C. Franks H. C. Willis Franks Rosemary Babe Bryan Hospital Arthur Lee Elliott W. R. Fairman Margaret Ann Fairman Corsicana A. G. Elliott Mary Annie Cahill Smetana T. W J. H Freda Griesenschlag Jas W. James Edge J. A. D. Robinson Wixon Messrs T. P. Hall J. J. Vandiver Steep Hollow Edgar Bullock Roy Hudspeth Court House A. W. Buchanan A. J. Buchanan Navasota Ira Gooch

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A.M Bryan Rotary D. L. Wilson Jac. W. Black T. A. Adams C. S. Beckwith D .X. Bible S. M. Bird J. W. Black Wilson Bradley J. F. Casey W. J. Coulter W. B. Cline R .M. Dansby S. E. Eberstadt E. B. Elliott W. E. Farmer E. J. Fermier H. C. Fulgham C. E. Griesser G. P. Grout C. W. Goolsbee F. L. Henderson Kay Hassell Tyler Haswell H. N. June Forrest Jones J. H. Kraft T. K. Lawrence W. H. Lawrence Jno M. Lawrence, Jr Ivan Langford W. I. McCulloch Roy Montgomery David Reid J. L. Reese Chas. Sosolik H. T. Schovajsa Col. C. C. Todd M. E. Wallace T. R. White E. E. Yeager Richard F. Dunn W. F. Gelber J. E. Marsh J. H. Hood Will M. Jones Terry Ruth W. H. Caldwell Finks Bolgan Eagle Frank G. Anderson C. J. Rotheek D. X. Bible A. B. Morris Lee H. Gripon Mit Dansby Bob Berry Jim Ferguson D. C. Arnold G. G. Gurry H. W. Bitt W. J. Ochterbeck John Braselton C. D. Watts A.M. College Steele Brazos Varisco Steele’s Eberstadt Steele’s Store R. B. Hearne Dore Mae Symms Rubye Wallin Victoria Fridel Teer Gross Gustavus L. S. Ross W. H. Cole Robert Armstrong H. B. McDowell Ralph Dunn Albert Buchanan J. B. Stevenson W. J. Higgs Baptist Higgs Mississippi Stark Forrest Hoods’ Brigade J. Webb Howell R. H. Harrison J. M. Dunn Stae U R. E. Lee T. J. Jackson E. F. Parkson College Avenue Parks J. W. Dyer J. A. Myers H. E. Randolph Barron Hagie Reliance America George Jones Reliance Community Club Henry Shealey Lois Mathis Ervin Lloyd Edith Conway Lynn Mathis Floy Saxon Jim Saxon Pauline Morgan Mother Aline Lloyd Regal the Bryan High School Farmer Boy J. C Aline Mathis Dia- Ingue Mer Beau Leslie Crenshaw Jim Bill Miss Regal Quartette Bryan and Mr. Eberstadt Baptist Church Relianca Order OF Fles Rfady
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