This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1922
Page
1
London announces a reduction in the rate of discount to 4 1/2 percent from 5 percent, effective since November 3 1921. The move returns the rate to its lowest since World War I, with improved business sentiment noted amid the forecasted action.
Edith E. Williams a Dallas attorney announced her candidacy for the Texas state legislature challenging incumbent John Davis. She is described as possibly the first woman to seek election to the legislature in Texas. Williams stressed legislation for women and children and said she would run an intensive campaign.
Temple Texas February 16 Weevils have taken refuge in bloodweeds and sunflowers along fence rows and in low places on farms. If these weeds are not raked and burned in coming weeks the pests will emerge in spring and destroy cotton squares. S. B. Wooley cotton grower says weevils bore through weed pith with five to seven in some stalks. Thirty weevils were found in five weeds pulled from his farm.
County agents and local leaders discuss tree planting to beautify Bryan and Brazos County. A committee including Mrs. Howell and Mr. Rountree plans a forestry improvement district, with focus on College Road and highway beautification, selecting trees like pecan live oak yaupon and pines, and coordinating planting with property owners.
A. R. Mann reports at Farmers Week that U S farm labor efficiency, measured by grain output, grew about 45 percent from 1870 to 1910. He notes city growth reflects rural productivity while remaining optimistic about rural life and ongoing agricultural progress.
The Bryan Rotary Club pledges full backing to the High School Athletic Commission after a unanimous club vote. Secretary Oak McKenzie is ordered to contact the school board. Ladies Night is set for February 22, and plans for a piano at weekly meetings are approved. A hospital bouquet was sent to Rotarian G. Sam Parker.
Officials say Mellon bases his view on legal advice and does not violate any law restricting a Treasury secretary from commerce or business. The statement follows an attack by Senator Watson of Georgia. Also noted are local notices of housing changes as Rev Payne family moves to West Side Board cottage, and C. M. Risinger visiting the city.
At the Rural Life Conference in Millican on February 10 a Community Betterment Club was organized with officers elected and plans for a Friday night meeting on February 17. The program features talks by C. L. Beason, S. E. Eberstadt, and Lee J. Rountree, plus Y. M. C. A. music under L. G. Jones.
Special to the Eagle reports President Harding's House leaders consider slashing annual appropriation bills to fund the Soldier Bonus as tax increases loom otherwise. Waste and extravagance in federal outlays are cited, with no broad support for either the tax or bond proposal.
Funeral services for Mrs. Ellen S. Gregg wife of Rev J W Gregg of Bennington Oklahoma were held from the Stuart home at 4 pm Sunday February 12 conducted by Rev Wm N Shell pastor of the Presbyterian church. Mrs Gregg died in Bennington Oklahoma Thursday February 9 and the remains were brought to Bryan her old home for interment. She was born April 2 1856 near Wheelock Robertson County and was a faithful Christian and devoted mother. Surviving are her husband and several children with many grandchildren and pallbearers listed.
The case of Jordan T. Lawler versus the City of Bryan proceeds to trial in district court. Former City Manager J. W. Greer, now of Tallahassee Florida, appears as a witness for the city as attorneys present testimony.
W. J. McDonald A L Hearn E Paynes and J I Leathers of Edge were in Bryan today for business at the Eagle office. J W Lawless of Kurten also visited Bryan today.
Professor A Kingsbury of the University of Chicago psychology department finds education level mirrors natural intelligence. He cites tests among a Chicago bank staff and army alpha scores showing higher averages for college upperclassmen and officers, with 212 as the test top and no perfect score.
Mrs. W S Howell elected general chairman of the Bryan P T A presided over the first executive board meeting with East and West Side officers present. Committees planned the annual May Pageant and increasing parental involvement. Secretary chosen. open meeting set for February 23 at 7 20 p m in the high school auditorium with talks and music by local groups.
S Bunker and R F Dreitzler of College Station returned from Houston where they attended the Texas Forestry Association meeting, calling it one of its best. State Forester E O Siecke could not attend due to his wife’s illness but the gathering showed harmony and a strong get together spirit. Bunker read Siecke’s report and Dreitzler served as meeting secretary.
City records show current 1922 taxes collected total 61433 with no back taxes. Delinquency rose to 10.4 percent in 1922 from 7.5 percent in 1921, attributed to hard times. Back taxes from July 1 to February 1, 1922 totaled 982.62, versus 1004.95 collected at this time last year.
The Bryan Cemetery Association held its annual meeting at the Carnegie Library with George A. Adams presiding. A new board was elected for 1922 adding E. E. McAdams Mrs. Albert Buchanan and Mrs. John E. Astin. Plans include 2000 hedge plants funded by Bryan Nursey and city money. Annual dues of 1.00 were encouraged and sexton Freeman praised public cooperation in keeping grounds clean.
In Constantinople the Russian legions face bitter cold and heavy snow as about 20 000 refugees, plus Greek and Armenian migrants, seek shelter and food. Benighted by officials and locals, charity here is weak. many die of exposure while awaits League of Nations relief led by Sir Samuel Hoare and Dr. Fridtjof Nansen.
Tom Calhoun of Little Rock Arkansas recovers at home in Bryan during a visit with his parents Mr and Mrs G C Calhoun. Local friends express joy at his marked health improvement.
Kentucky Jockey Club stakes total more than 200000 will be distributed across Louisville Lexington and Latonia spring meets. Derby offers 50000 added. modifications include eliminations and added money across several races. Churchill Downs hosts preparations for Derby Day on May 13 with thoroughbreds arriving from South Cuba and the East.
Dr. J. N. Goodwin and Rev. J. J. Tatum left Bryan this morning headed toward Keith in Grimes county. The Eagle withholds mission details but sincerely hopes they return with lurid oil well prospects. We can live on prospects for years. On With the Battle.
Chicago judge fines Joseph Nowick for frequent Volstead Act violations and orders him to take his wife to church and the movies daily. Bailiff to enforce first day’s outing. Nowick vows reform with his wife assisting the officer.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.