Vitopil joins Bryan Chamber board in key expansion
Mat I. Vitopil is elected to the Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors succeeding W. 8. Sliggs who resigned after J. N. Dulaney was elected. Mrs. Lee J. Rountree presided, naming committees and backing an agricultural program funded at 1500 for poultry shows and farm projects with A and M Extension Service. Colonel Ish Ashburn and President T. C. Walton urged immediate action and greater farm production and rural health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mat I. Vitopil
Bryan and Brazos County
Walton
J. Webb Howell
A. and M. College Extension Service
Ish Ashburn
T. C. Walton
A. and M. College
Dean Ek. J. Kyle
Houston
High Records Set in Paying of Poll Taxes
City of Bryan shows a 92 percent tax collection rate in a report by the city secretary. The high performance reflects diligent taxpayer remittances and efficient collection practices across the fiscal period.
City and County Audit Record Poll Tax Receipts Surge
Brazos county and city offices report unusually high poll tax receipts despite economic drought. County totals show 3 885 this year with 60 exemptions versus 3 902 and 11 exemptions last year, creating a larger voting eligibility list of 3 945. City receipts reach 1 279 with 618 women and 661 men paying, projected at 92 percent. Local publicity in The Bryan Eagle credited for timely payments ahead of elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazos County
Guy P. Bittle
Drouth
Committee Chairmen Named for Bryan Chamber of Commerce
Mrs. Lee J. Rountree president of the Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce announces new committee chairmen. Legislative W. S. Barron. Trade Extension Wilson Bradley. Finance J. N. Dulaney. Entertainment Tyler Haswell. Agricultural J. Webb Howell. Educational F P L Henderson. Highway Jno M. Lawrence. City Development A M Waldrop. Inter-Relations T O Walton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee J. Rountree
Bryan and Brazos County
Geo
A. Adams
Ike Ashburn
W. S. Barron
F. C. Bolton
W. H. Cole
J. N. Dulaney
Eugene Edge
Tyler Haswell
F. L. Henderson
J. Webb Howell
E. J. Jenkins, Jr
M. Lawrence
T. K. Lawrence
J. D. Martin
L. L. McInnis
J. B. Miller
Mrs. Lee J. Rountree
D. L. Wilson
A. M. Waldrop
T. C. Walton
Directors Back Program At Chamber Meeting
Directors voiced unanimous support for the program then moved to refer the matter to the agricultural and finance committees for study and reporting. They also approved installing an advisory committee and instructed the finance committee to prepare a year ahead budget from chairmen reports. President Mrs. Lee J. Rountree urged broad support for all endorsed projects and announced committee chair appointments. Secret ary S. E. Eberstadt listed new members from The Home Oil Co. and note dues increase as attendees signed in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural and Finance Committees
Lee J. Rountree
Chamber of Commerce
S. E. Eberstadt
The
Home Oil Co
J. M. Lardifer
J. C. Landifer
O. W
Annual Report of Bryan Cemetery Association President
President Geo A Adams outlines 1925 performance with pride and concern. Grounds and Improvement work continued amid handicaps and unpaid maintenance fees. Endowment Fund grew to 2000 dollars. six half lots and one full lot endowed. Budgets and city cooperation cited. aims for 1926 include increasing endowments to 5000 dollars and broader cemetery beautification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. A. Adams
Bryan Cemetery Association
Masonic Hall
Dona Carnes
Tyler
Haswell
Roger Q. Astin
Paul D. Page
Bastrop
C. H. Clark
Boulder
Colorado
Lee J. Rountree
Jus. Chance
Four Accredited Flocks Boost Brazos County Poultry Industry
County Agent C L Benson reports on four accredited demonstration flocks marking a new day for Brazos poultry. The program aims to curb bootlegging, raise standards, and promote dependable poultry products across the county and state. They highlight new planting methods, crop rotation, and leadership in agriculture, with local clubs growing to about 500 members and plans for a county poultry show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazos County
C. L. Benson
Abbie Sevier
Stolen Chicken and Coat Thefts Solved by Conlees
Sheriff Jess Conlee and Constable J. D. Conlee solved two cases this weekend. They traced Knowles chicken thefts from three visits and burglary to Elena Williams restaurant where feathers and chicken heads were found. They arrested Williams and another suspect, Grogin sky, who confessed, while Jack Hayes linked to the coat theft from Groginsky store was jailed. Williams faces felony chicken theft and burglary charges. Hayes fined for the coat theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jess Conlee
J. D. Conlee
R. R. Knowles
Conlee
Joe Groginsky
Elena Williams
Allen Smith
Williams
Groginsky
Jack Hayes
Hayes
Elzn Williams
Sheriff Conlee
Oscar Wilcox
Bryan
Elza Williams
Bud Douglas
Jones’ Bridge
Steele's Store Community Council Meeting Notes
Steele's Store February report notes a small turnout for the Community Council meeting with president Mrs Lee J Rountree and visitors Mrs S Eberstadt and C L Reason. A membership committee was formed to ensure regular attendance and a program was highlighted with musical numbers and a Death of Floyd Collins performance. Tony Todero is traveling to injuries and John Degelia is expected home Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
T. G. Banana
Waco
Westbrook
Marguerite
Lena Pbarano
Mudville
Frank Trenticost
Francis Trenticost
Hearne
Miss Mary Church
Frances Trenticost
Frank Trencicost
Mary Stella Trenticost
Bryan
Riverside
Mary Stella
Jasper Todaro
Sestina Mathis
Tony Moreno
Bernice Cortegmelia
Frank Canzalo
C. M. Degelia
Frank Moreno
Charlie Collette
Frank Degelia
Ross Banana
Brazos Varisco
Julius Coronia
Ross Todero
Tony Comerite
Milton Lazarone
Pete Morello
Ed Mathis
Tony Palasota
Tony Varisco
Joe Fazzino
Mike Perrore
Fannin Deluke
Katherine Fazzino
Sam
Pete Scarpiato
Tony Cortimeglia
Lucy
John Fazzino
Katie
Tony Pizalato
Joe Develia
Tony Catropia
Joe Cortegmeglia
Jack Canzalo
Tony Scarpinato
Joe Salvago
Luke Deforke
Lee Court
John
Tony
Miles Ottea
Mirian Mirabella
John Cremont
Tory Fazzino
Highbank
T. C. Congolesa
Jack Depuma
Charlie Degelia
Bessie Moreno
Houston
Ruby Wallin
Mary Church
H. S. van Burklee
Clair Woodard
Anna Degelia
Mary Peronne
Steele’s
Eagle
Steele’s Store
Lee J. Rountree
Bryan and Brazos County
Jack D’mottier
Pete Trenticost
Ross Bunara
Charles Noto
Mr Bolmoskie
Charlie Negleazzo
the Lightnin’ Express
Lena Banana
Liza Jane
Floyd Collins
Miss Wallin
Tony Todero
Iuries
John Degelia
Mr Merka Pledges Diversification For Better Farming Life
Paul Merka of Benchley visited Bryan and touted farm diversification. He plans 1 acre Irish potatoes 1 acre sweet potatoes 4 acres watermelons 2 acres sorghum 2 acres oats 20 acres corn and believes Brazos county farmers adopting this program could boost their better farming venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Merka
Benchley
Bryan
Merka
Brazos County
Woman's Missionary Society Meets at College Methodist
The Woman's Missionary Society of the College Methodist church held its regular session at Mrs. J. R. McKee's home last Monday afternoon. Mrs. D. T. Killough led the stewardship study program. Refreshments followed the business and lesson period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Missionary Society of the
College Methodist Church
J. R. McKee
D. T. Killough
Despondency Tied to Suicide of Local Painter and Father
J G Greg Bryan a long time resident killed himself with a shotgun in his West 26th street garage after months of despondency over his wife s death and financial troubles. He left behind 13 children and a widow with funeral set for Wednesday at the First Christian church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Greg Bryan
West 26Th Street
The
Eagle
Oscar
Clyde Gregg
J. W. Hamilton
Bryan City
Leslie Greg
Claudie Mac Gregg
Leslie Gregg
H. G. Stallings
Robert Armstrong, Sr
F. L. Henderson
Ole Martinsen
Wilson Bradley
A and M Consolidated Plans More Affiliation
County Superintendent D. J. McDonald met with A and M Consolidated School trustees to chart a plan for another year in the district. They seek additional affiliation and will need to add to the current building or erect a new one. Details are not yet decided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. J. McDonald
A. and M. Consolidated School
Residence of C C Smith Burns Today
C C Smith awoke to a fire at his residence and fled for help. Neighbors aided as flames spread through the structure, with no immediate report of injuries. Firefighters battled the blaze to prevent spread to nearby buildings.
Fire destroys bungalow. Smith family loses home
A fire at the bungalow of Mr. and Mrs. Clinton C. Smith caused total loss with about 3000 dollars of damage. Mrs. Smith fled to a neighbor after hearing a banging noise while Mr. Smith worked at the Express Office. Fire crews saved nearby structures as embers spread in high wind. Police seek a possible fire bug in Bryan and vicinity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton C. Smith
Smith
Express
S. P
T M Otea and Tony Caronia Visit Bryan on Business
T M Otea and Tony Caronia of Steele's Store traveled to Bryan today on business. They report roads fair and conditions satisfactory for travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Otea
Tony Caronia
Steele's
Bryan
How Doctors Treat Colds and the Flu
Doctors and druggists recommend Calotabs to break up a cold overnight. Take one or two Calotabs at bedtime with water. no salts or nausea, no interference with eating or work. Next morning the cold vanishes and appetite returns. Family package with directions costs 35 cents at any drug store.
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Board of Directors
City Secretary
City OF
Committe
Sovernment
Adam
F. W. Hensel
Mary P. Carr
Jno. E. Astin
Dana Carnes
A. J. Buchanan
Bright Williamson
North Carolina
Big Bill” Williamson
Harper
Brazos
Steele's Store
Kurten
Lizzie
E. A. Miller
Extension Service
A. D. Jackson
Agricultural Experiment Station
D. F. Eaton
Lubbock County
J. J. Thornton
Lubbock Experiment Station
Chicago
Boys and Girls Club News
Mr. Merka
Bryan Painter
A. & M. Consolidated
Lena Stancil
Matthews, Mo
Cardus
Smith Drug CO
C. C. Smith
Oiss
Blaze
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