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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1924
Page
3
The article argues farming must be treated as a business with intelligent crop diversification and soil care. It highlights terracing’s value through Texas cases, noting braided county efforts, club work influence, and praise from Thos. E. Wilson and I W Hill. It also lists Texas livestock counts and values for 1924.
A notice in the Bryan Eagle corrects a misattribution naming Mrs Jim Tobias of Kurten as a Buchanan supporter. The letter clarifies she is not the same person as Mrs Jim Tobias now living in Steep Hollow and had no knowledge of the matter.
Local attorney and abstractor W. S. Barron announces candidacy for state representative from Texas 22nd district covering Brazos and a mes counties. Barron cites long residence in both counties and plans to represent them in the legislature.
Mrs. W. B. Cline, chairman, said many people could not be seen during Sunday's canvass and returns fell short. A further canvass will be conducted during the week to raise cash and pledges to reach a satisfactory total.
Mrs. R. J. Roberts came home from New York City after three weeks aiding James H. Webb in selecting goods for Webb Brothers Dry Goods. She says the store has bought the largest finest line of ladies ready-to-wear ever stocked. Mr. Webb to arrive soon.
The True Workers Club of Reliance met February 7 at the school with Miss Roten presiding. Laura Belle Roten, home demonstration agent, lectured on cooking temperatures before the girls cut their caps to be completed by the next meeting.
Steele's Store holds a February club meeting with Miss Laura Belle Roten presenting sewing lessons and receipts issued for a cooking lesson. Members plan to raise vegetables and pursue canning as a project. The joint club meets every second Saturday. visitors welcome.
Reliance club members met February 7 at Reliance church with six present and one new member added. Miss Laura Belle Roten led the session on incubating and caring for baby chicks. The group plans to organize further and become a top county club.
The Kurten Woman's Club met Wednesday afternoon with twelve members present and two new members enrolled. The session opened with America followed by talks on caring for baby chicks. A brief business meeting adjourned to March 5.
Professor C. H. Waller, state leader of Negro Extension Work from Prairie View Normal, Prairie View, Texas, will address farmers and teachers at the A. F. E. church at 1 p m on Saturday February 16 according to L A Nash county agent assistant.
The County Council of Agriculture calls a meeting at Allen Chapel A M E Church on Saturday February 16 at 1 PM to elect officers and form fair committees. County Superintendent D J McDonald requests all colored teachers attend so he can address them. L A Nash Assistant County Agent.
College Station February 14 Dr G S Fraps head of the Division of Chemistry at A and M College and state chemist urges Texas farmers to use only eleven standard fertilizer formulas as 30 percent more fertilizer will be used this year than ever before. He says standard formulas reduce cost simplify guidance and avoid unnecessary weight.
Wellborn, Feb 12. Delmer Burkhalter and Miss Clara German wed Sunday night and Clyde Dowling with Miss Tennie Warren also tied the knot in a double Wellborn ceremony. A lively party at Mr. and Mrs. George Price Jr. featured cakes and peaches. A Baptist service was led by Mrs. R L Brown and Clarence Eidwell with Rev. Brown away at a conference. A Community Club meeting is planned Friday night with hopes for a large turnout.
The article describes the Texas Farm Bureau Cotton Association as a cooperative marketing group formed under Texas law in 1921 to guarantee delivery and marketing of member cotton. It traces growth from 20,000 signers to 250,000 growers across 14 state associations, outlines the two year contract, initiation fee, governance by a state district structure, and methods for pooling, financing, and equitable distribution of proceeds to members. It emphasizes strong entities, including Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, Mississippi, and national government endorsement, with ongoing recruitment through 1925.
In district court the docket was set on Monday while the grand jury is busy hearing witnesses today. No date was given for when findings will be returned. Miss Margaret Stephens returned this morning from a week with family at Vernon.
Rev J M Bullock officiated at a Saturday double wedding at the Bullock home on College Boulevard. The couples were Miss Clara Jarmon with Mr W D Burk Halter and Miss Jennie Warren with Mr R C Dowling, all prominent in Wellborn and Brazos County. The Eagle and friends extend congratulations and best wishes.
Rain began Monday at noon and fell heavily until about eight in the evening. The government weather gauge at Geo. A. Adams Insurance Agency recorded 1.19 inches of rainfall during the mid day and afternoon hours.
Methodist Women’s Missionary Society groups held meetings Monday at 3 pm. Group 1 with Mrs. C. C. Shelburne had five members present. Group 2 led by Mrs. J. N. Goodwin included seven and Bible study. Group 4 with Mrs. E. W Crenshaw had seven members and one visitor. Circle No. 5 met at Mrs. James W. James home with Mrs. W. M. Owens presiding.
Boriskie sent five hens to Arkansas for the state egg laying contest. In month one they won 7th place, month two 5th, month three 2nd, and in the last two months were second by only one egg as the winning pen laid 105 eggs and Boriskie’s pen 104. County Agent C L Benson met with club boys at Knob Prairie school.
A health ad claims Tex-Ret will boost liver function and curb misery with a money back guarantee if not effective. The promissory copy urges readers to try the product before returning it for a refund.
C M Risinger announces candidacy for re election as Commissioner Precinct No 1 Brazos County Texas thanking voters for support in the last election. He cites road work progress and a business like approach and asks for votes in the July primary and November election.
Classified brief offers an organ in first class condition and a slightly used piano. Both items priced with cash or terms. Contact P. O. Box 135, Bryan.
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