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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1917
Page
4
A Dallas Bryan Weekly Eagle essay argues Texas needs a strong agricultural and mechanical college at Bryan with top trained teachers. It urges funding for expert faculty and facilities at College Station and warns current staff shortages hinder agricultural education progress nationwide.
The article reports Germany denying hostile intent while a wave of incidents suggests imminent war. It cites Bernstorff’s expected break, sunk ships, damaged vessels, a bomb at the New York collector’s home, and warnings of a broader conflict. It urges calm resolve to stand by the flag.
The German emperor asserts a divine-backed alliance and now appears to expect the Lord to concede a large advantage in his latest strategic move. This framing signals a bold, faith-infused bid for leverage amid rising tensions.
An Austrian trial recorded a tree to newspaper conversion in 145 minutes at Eisenthal. At 7:35 a.m. three trees were felled, by 9:34 a.m. the wood was pulped, printed and folded, and the first issue rolled from the press at 10:00 a.m. demonstrating rapid production.
The Bryan Eagle notes the chicken colonies on College road show energy and thrift forming a nucleus for a civic growth. Navasota Examiner mockingly says the editor’s flock includes hens laying. A local house reports rising business with egg producing mixtures from Jim James and Bud Nall, claiming two eggs today.
The German Alliance led by Adolph Schrader of Dallas declares allegiance to the United States and pledges to stand by the American flag, reassuring readers amid fears of German sympathies causing domestic friction among millions under Old Glory.
The text portrays Bryan as opposing the President and seeking to divide the American public. It likens him to a drowning man grabbing at straws hoping for a large following to secure the 1920 presidential nomination.
If the report is true, Carranza has sent his best wishes to the German emperor, suggesting a forthcoming small side show or display in the near future.
The excerpt discusses a Kansas City Star piece about a New England church hymn scene from W. C. Prime's Along New England Roads. It reflects on the hymn Art Thou weary and the enduring message of faith amid hardship, noting medieval literature, art, and pious martyrs such as Sabas who hid to follow a higher ideal.
The hymn traced to an eighth century hermit Stephen who sought refuge in a cave beside the Kedron near the Dead Sea. It recalls centuries of Christian solace as weary people seek rest in Christ, with lines about bearing the crown of thorns and following the Savior to peace.
The Texas House and Senate approved a resolution expressing confidence in President Woodrow Wilson during the wartime crisis. It states Texans are loyal and stand behind him, and directs sending the message by wire to the president.
The unfinished Bryan to College road hinders residents of both towns and southern county. Work is at a standstill with little activity. Citizens hope contractors will begin work vigorously and complete the project promptly.
The Thursday developments in cotton show farmers southward the risk of planting vast acreages. A $25 per bale price drop in one day from Europe highlights how prices can collapse with excessive cotton acreage.
The ground hog emerged from hibernation this morning and saw its shadow, signaling six weeks of continued bad weather according to local weather signs.
The Eagle notes Volume I Number 1 of the Thorndale Champion and welcomes the new paper to the exchange. Mr. T N Herring, formerly Eagle local editor, becomes the Champion's local manager. The issue shows strong ad support from home merchants and promises a bright future.
A concise farewell statement elevates national interest over personal regard, signaling a shift in diplomatic tone as the United States asserts priority in policy while bidding farewell to the German envoy von Bernstorff.
The United States breaks relations with Germany after a German insult and the expulsion of the German ambassador. President and State Department act with broad support from the American people. The Galveston News editorial condemns Germany’s declared war zones and demands uncompromising U S retaliation and naval action.
Miss Leila Gentry and Mr. Will R. Ettle were married last Sunday at 1 pm at the Shelburne home in Bryan. Rev. M. E. Weaver officiated as family and close friends attended amid carnation and foliage decorations. The couple departed for the Ettle plantation in the Brazos bottom for a furnished home.
Eugene Edge reports from New York that Germany breaks with the United States as passports are handed to Von Bernstorf and Gerard is called from Berlin in the latest bulletin.
The Italian Columbus Society of this city elected officers for the ensuing year. P. J Palasota elected president, Mike Depuma vice president, W. J. Palasota secretary, John Patrenello treasurer, T. S. Woodyard marshal. Trustees are Frank Patrenello, B. Cash, and Sam Palermo. Membership stands at seventy five.
Meeting of the Pastors Association received full reports from the Christmas Good Cheer fund committee. Total collections reached 951.45 with disbursements of 473.10 and about 190 people helped. The pastors urge continued aid as funds remain and list district chairmen and contact points for needy families.
The college will teach all nonswimmers next week in the YMCA pool under Athletic Director Driver. A school census will identify those unable to swim and, after a week of instruction, a test will determine who needs further lessons to ensure self rescue in water.
A large blaze yesterday severely damaged the Ivy Foster laundry building in the Taylor mercantile district, with fire and water causing extensive destruction. Foster, a well known local resident, is noted to have many friends who sympathize with his loss.
The Hardy place manager Josey at Steele plantation introduces Avery tractor, first of its kind in Waller County. The gasoline powered machine with two cylinders will pull six large plows and may replace several teams during cultivation, signaling potential widespread adoption if successful.
In a double header at Calvert Bryan High School fell to Calvert High 12 to 8. The Calvert Scouts defeated the Bryan Scouts 16 to 8. Bryan teams praised Calvert friends for their good treatment upon return.
Mrs. F. J. Elbrich sold her North Main Street meat market today to J. F. Zack who will take charge tomorrow. Zack will retain current staff and promises a first class market at all times urging friends to visit his new shop.
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