German Consul Roh Accuses Himself of Controversial Letter
The Galveston News reports a German American backlash after Dr Paul Roh reportedly acknowledged authorship of a critical letter to Captain von Papen. It notes baron Ernest von Meysenburg had previously faced stigma for similar remarks and calls for the state department to demand proper conduct.
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Galveston
Roh
New Orleans
Ernest von Meyesenburg
Paul Roh
von Papen
Germany
United States
London
State Department
Cyclone Davis Defends Amen During Congress Debate
The Louisville Courier-Journal reports Cyclone Davis of Texas, a Methodist with oldtime camp meeting zeal, was warned by Rep Albert Johnson and A B Rouse to restrain his frequent amen outbursts on the floor. The Eagle argues against silencing him, citing religious liberty and the sacred right to say amen in Congress.
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Davis
Texas
Congress
Castor Oil Price Hike Provokes Dismissive Wit
The Dallas Dispatch denounces rising castor oil costs, joking that if price climbs to $40 a pint it would still not stir emotion. It notes beans from India are scarce and recalls castor oil’s limited use beyond greasing buggy wheels, a service now obsolete.
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Dallas Dispatch
India
America
Irony of Fate in Brazos County Politics Teases Voters
The Gause Guide lampoons Senator Astin W C Davis of Brazos County and C H Mills of Corsicana threatening to target Congressman Hardy. The note questions if the threat is bluff and hints Hardy and Ed Hall of Bryan remain undecided, while predicting political prognostication may be more ridiculous than witty.
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Astin
W. C. Davis
Brazos County
C. H. Mills
Cosicana
Hardy
Ed Hat
Bryan
Gause
Ed Hall
Sunshine Promotes Health and Bright Living
An editorial urges generous sun exposure for all households. It argues that more sun keeps people young, preserves vitality, and improves homes by airing carpets and daily clothes. The piece promotes free sunshine as essential for well being.
Government to own armor plate plants meets private opposition
A congressional panel backed government ownership of armor plate plants despite private producers threatening to raise prices to 200 dollars a ton. Senator Tillman said armor barons could not block the bill and suggested seizing their plants under eminent domain in emergencies to run them if needed.
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Congressional Committee
Ben Tillman
South Carolina
Resignation of War Secretary Garrison Shocks Wilson Cabinet
Secretary of War Garrison resigns from President Wilson's cabinet and his resignation is accepted. The cause cited is not a major policy clash but chagrin that the president would not press through the continental army plan. The cabinet risks a mass walkout as members assert independence and threaten to quit.
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Garrison
Wilson
Lessure
Wisconsin Representative Seeks Move of Capital to Milwaukee
Representative Cary of Wisconsin introduces a congressional resolution to transfer the national capital from Washington to Milwaukee. He argues the District of Columbia may become dry and sees prohibition as a threat to society and good government, claiming the move would place the capital in the “beer that made Milwaukee famous.”
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Cary
Wisconsin
Washington
Milwaukee
District of Columbia
President signals willingness to lead Democratic nomination
The president states he will not seek a scramble for the nomination but will accept it if offered. He remains engaged in running the country and calls on party members to safeguard his nomination by supporting his administration.
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Democratic Party
Pruning Demonstration by Professor Latham in Dallas
Professor W B Latham of A and M College spent several days in North Texas on office business. Thursday in Dallas he demonstrated pruning budding and care methods using trees from R A Gill's orchard. The Dallas News noted a large crowd of interested citizens at the event.
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W. B. Latham
A. and M. College
North
Texas
Dallas
R. A. Gill
Dallas News
Roosevelt Family Cruise Forewarned For Storm Signals
The Eagle urges nationwide storm signaling as former President Roosevelt and his family cruise the West Indies. The article notes the storms and typhoons common to the region and calls for precautionary measures when the Roosevelt vessel returns home.
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Roosevelt
West Indies
Eagle
Beaumont Voters Push Dies to Back President Prept State Plan
Residents of the Beaumont district petition Congressman Martin Dies urging support for the president's prep state program. They threaten action as Dies signals a clear path to backing the proposal.
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Beaumont
Congress
Martin
Field Martin
Postcard Ballot Respondents Split On Preparedness
The Dallas Galveston News reports a four postcard ballot on preparedness with 307 replies received on day one. Of these 307, 286 favored preparedness and 21 opposed, roughly a 14 to 1 margin.
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Dallas-Galveston News
Brazos County Hog Crop Poised for Next Year
The meat crop is the most important product for Brazos County farmers. By starting now and giving it proper attention, every farmer can have hogs ready by killing time for meat next year.
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Brazos County
Uncle Gosh Gibbs on Eggs and Road Tax
The Madisonville Meteor quotes Uncle Gosh Gibbs saying saving all his broken eggs from rough roads would cover his extra road tax. He adds a line urging others to spread the message and jokes about safely transporting eggs.
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Uncle Gosh Gibbs
Uncle Gosh
Madisonville
Villa plans to force intention in Mexico alleged by US
The article argues that Villa aims to pressure Mexico with US backing and questions where any profit would come from. It contends such actions would hasten his appearance before a court to answer for his alleged misdeeds.
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Villa
Mexico
United States
Tribunal of Justice
Robbers Loot Moose Lodge Safe in Waco
Robbers blew the Moose Lodge safe in Waco on Sunday night and seized a large amount of swag. The incident marks a bold crime spree timing described as a psychological moment by observers.
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Waco
Diversification urged by farmers and media
The Eagle notes calls to diversify farming echo the push seen in men and newspapers urging broader crops. If farmers adopt diversification at high levels, the result would reshape rural agriculture and require major changes in barn layouts and farming practices.
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The
Eagle
Unity Call for Shared Effort Across Society
A call for unity stresses that progress requires all people to pull together not apart. Leaders urge shoulder to shoulder work and concerted harmony to move forward as one collective effort.
Stay by your home merchants spend your money with them
Local shoppers are urged to support nearby merchants to boost tax revenue, fund schools, improve roads, and enhance Bryan’s value and vitality. The plea emphasizes keeping spending in the community to strengthen civic and economic life.
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Bryan
Editor Blackshear Announces Bass Biting In Town
The Navasota Examiner notes editor Blackshear first reports fish are biting. The piece teases a hoped for a mess of bass heavy with rabbit fat as promised by Ed.
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Blackshear
Navasota Examiner
Bryan Awaits Invitation for Wilson Speech
If President Wilson visits Texas the local paper would welcome his talk in Bryan. The wagging idea is to invite the president to speak in Bryan and hear him address residents.
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Wilson
Texas
Bryan
Arrival of contractor for federal building begins soon
The Navasota Examiner notes a contractor has arrived to commence work on the new federal building, with construction expected to start within a few days.
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Navasota
Federal
Hep Hep Promises Stir Draft Plans in City
A clipped wartime note hints that the rallying cry Hep Hep may soon echo as authorities plan to train citizen soldiers. The line suggests impending drafts and local mobilization efforts.
Farmers Ready for Brazos County Planting Season
Farm work in Brazos County is well up for the season of the year and the farmers will be ready when planting time comes.
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Brazos County
Candidates for congressmen at large drift outward
A handful of hopefuls for congressmen at large emerge as potential candidates. Observers expect an entry list similar in length to two years ago with several names already floating into public view.
Texas Congressman Bob Henry aligns with preparedness push
Bob Henry, a Texas congressman, joins fellow lawmakers advocating stronger national preparedness measures. He argues for enhanced readiness and funding, citing evolving security concerns and the need for rapid response capabilities.
Dallas Wins Next Meeting Of Knights Of Pythias Texas Grand Lodge
Dallas secured the vote to host the upcoming session of the Knights of Pythias Texas Grand Lodge. The decision sets the venue and dates for the fraternity’s statewide gathering.
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Dallas
Grand Lodge
Knights of Pythias of Texas
Plank steak favored by Mr. Bryan fuels one term talk
The Waco Times-Herald notes that the kind of plank steak Mr. Bryan favors is the one term dish. It highlights a political quip linking the meal to a single presidential term.
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Waco Times-Herald
Bryan
Tariff Commission Stance Encourages Public Demeanor
A brief note announces the formation of a tariff commission. It calls for orderly conduct, instructing Jones to rise and present a pleasant appearance as proceedings begin.
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Jones
Bryan Commercial Club Discusses Housing for A and M Students
The Bryan Commercial Club met at 10 this morning with many directors and visitors. Clarence Ousley spoke on building apartments or cottages to house A and M College students, a committee will survey the need, and the matter will be brought to the next meeting for consideration by local financiers. Secretary H. L. McKnight reported on Bryan’s new wagon yard showing five out of county men staying nightly, all praising the service. J. L. Cobb of A and M Extension reported on a study of dairy and peanut industries among county farmers. full details appear elsewhere. Attendees included EK, J. Fountain president, John M. Lawrence, L. L. McInnis, Ed Hall, R. S. Webb Sr., J. L. Edge, Clarence Ousley, W. J. Coulter, J. R. Astin, W. C. Davis, M. E. Wallace, A. W. Wilkerson, J. L. Cobb and L. D. Webster.
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Clarence Ousley
the Eagle
Bryan
A. and M. College
H. L. McKnight
J. L. Cobb
Extension Department
M. Colleze
J. Fountain
John M. Lawrence
L. L. McInnis
Ed Hall
R. S. Webb Sr
J. L. Edge
W. J. Coulter
J. R. Astin
W. C. Davis
M. E. Wallace
A. W. Wilkerson
L. D. Webster
Marriage Licenses Granted to Coreke Lerdski and Helen L
Coreke Lerdski and Helen Lerdski along with Harry Brown and Rushen Robinson were issued marriage licenses in a proceeding noted as colored.
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Coreke
Helen Lerdski
Harry Brown
Rushen Robinson
Missionary campaign ends as Bishop Mouton speaks in Bryan
Sunday at the Bryan Methodist Church featured Bishop E D Mouton of Southern Methodist University leading an endowment drive for 50 000 in the Texas Conference and praising mission work in Brazil. He preached at 11 o clock and spoke again at night on the Seth Ward chair of church history and mission. The church pledged 1 000 to support the cause and the article honors Bishop Ward's memory and service.
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Bryan
Methodist Church
E. D. Mouton
Southern Methodist University
Dallas
C. S. Wright
Texas
Mouzon
Brazil
Seth Ward
Wright
Bryan Church
Mouton
Bryan Methodist Church
Ward
Protection Engine Co. No. 1 holds regular meeting
The Bryan fire department unit met at the firemen's hall with strong attendance. The badge committee chose badges for Nos. 1 and 2. The treasurer will pay for Joe Hearne’s monument engraving. Repairs to a damaged fire wagon were approved. Service badges will be awarded after fifteen years of service. J. W. Hamilton resigned after being elected assistant chief in January. By‑laws committee reported changes to rules and regulations. old coal oil lamps on wagons were ordered removed.
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Bryan
No. 1
No. 2
Joe Hearne
J. W. Hamilton
Chem En gine sale to A and M College reported
Chief C. K. Jenkins said he completed a deal to sell the old hand drawn chemical engine to the A and M College for 125 dollars. Carded and Prestolite tanks were installed to improve lights. Chemical Company No. 2 meets tonight at the same place and all members are urged to attend.
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C. K. Jenkins
A. and M. College
Chemical Company No. 2
Tom Smith to Market
J Tom Smith the popular buyer for the big W J Coulter Company store will leave tonight for St Louis and Chicago to select a spring stock for the firm. He has visited Northern and Eastern markets for years and is an experienced buyer who secures close prices and up to date goods for exacting buyers.
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J. Tom Smith
W. J. Coulter Company
St. Louis
Chicago
Mr. Smith
If experience cannot teach a man there is no hope
A terse aphorism notes that when experience fails to instruct a person, improvement is unlikely and progress seems impossible. The saying underscores the necessity of learning from events to change behavior.
World's Best Corn Remedy Sold in Bryan
Sold in Bryan and praised as the world's best corn remedy by M. H. James and the Smith Drug Company.
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Bryan
M. H. James
The
Smith Drug Company
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Bob Henry
Commercial Club
Bryan Commercial Club
Tom Smith
E. Lawrence & Co
MR. Farmer
Oliver
J. I. Case
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