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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1927

Page

2

Texas Guaranty Fund Law Debates and Aggieland Calendar Reminder

The April issue discusses the failed guaranty fund, noting it protected depositors but left banks bonded and law reform advised. It urges legislative repeal of outdated statutes to aid progress and individual responsibility. It also highlights a calendar from the Association of Former Students of Texas A&M with time and place details for Aggie events and games.

Rowthsich Biig Eagie Texas Aggieland R. V Aggies Aggie

Minstrel Star Bily Bowman Dies in Houston

Bily Bowman, a 2 minstrel star, died in Houston on Saturday but his company carried on with the show Lasses White. The troupe remained grieved yet performed as usual, reflecting a philosophy of carrying on despite reverses.

Bily Bowman Houston Lasses White

Coolidge urges disarmament to settle China England tensions

The text praises Calvin Coolidge for statecraft in urging further disarmament between China and England, arguing disarmament is the only sure path to peace and that nations will not prepare without following through on it.

Calvin Coolidge China England

House OKs $300000 emergency aid for A. and M. College

The House approved a $300,000 emergency appropriation yesterday to fund new buildings at A. and M. College. Lawmakers condemned the living conditions of hungry students forced to endure makeshift housing.

House of Representatives A. and M. College

Wellborn Forms Girls Club Amid County Youth Drive

A girls club is organized at Wellborn as Brazos county embraces twelve boys and girls clubs with an enrollment of 500. The effort aims to build better citizens in the next generation and reflects county pride.

Wellborn Brazos County

Interurban Line Vital to Bryan and College Contact

The Bryan College interurban line is described as essential to Bryan and College, providing key contact avenues. Authorities stress it must be maintained under all conditions to prevent loss of crucial connections between the two communities.

Bryan-College Bryan Bryan and College

Senators' Saturday floor fight shocks lawmakers

The piece notes that several United States Senators showed high energy by clashing on the Senate floor Saturday, implying they stay vigorous in serving their constituents.

United States

Moody's selections prompt debate on state education reform

Governor Moody faces criticism over appointing veterans to state higher learning posts. Critics argue the reform bills rush lawmaking without local input while the education system relies on established leaders to handle complex issues.

Highway Commission urged to rely on local funding

The article argues the Highway Commission should avoid state aid before August 1 and use existing funds to fulfill current commitments. It urges communities needing roads to act among themselves rather than wait for government assistance.

Highway Commission

Neff May Seek Veep Nomination Amid Prohibition Debate

Governor Pat Neff spoke in Omaha on prohibition and hints at a possible vice presidential bid as prohibition looms in the national campaign. The piece notes Neff's past roles and current federal prospects while touching on broader political tensions and policy debates of the era.

Pat Neff Omaha Washington Neff Sur — Yiel Harvard Texas College hGovernor Moody Methodist Church Memphis United Protective

Glass houses and cotton law makers

A critic argues that lawmakers who overproduce cotton and violate laws cannot fairly pass laws restricting excessive production. The statement questions the integrity of legislators in regulating the cotton trade.

Rainfall Saturday Afternoon Brings Modest City Relief

Sparse shower delivers .06 inch rainfall for the city, easing muddy conditions in Bryan. City manager notes low-cost relief for residents and property owners amid ongoing drainage concerns.

Bryan

Chamber Commerce Adopts Its Budget For Various Committees

The Chamber adopt budget figures totaling 8 668 45 dollars after finance chair E J vetos recommendation. Allocations include Agricultural 1 906 00 Educational 1 000 00 Trade Extension 260 00 Highway 250 00 and Legislative 500 00. City development and Fire Control committees did not seek appropriation. Eagle Want Ads get results.

E. J Finance Office Nell Eal

Bryan and College Aid Brazos Masons Washington Birthday Banquet

Bryan and College and Brazos Masons plan a Washington's Birthday banquet at Shisa Hall on Friday February 18. Invitations go to Masonic lodges, Eastern Star, Rainbow and De Molay. notable guests include M. A. Childers Waco Grand Master and J. C. James secretary. Tickets must be bought by the 15th as weather may affect attendance.

Sonic Club George Washington Shisa Hall A. and M. College Order of Eastern Star Order of the Rainbow Order of the de Molay M. A. Childers San Antonio W. B Order of Rainbow Burris C. Jackson Hillsboro de Molay J. C. James Sam P. Cochran Dallas Bryan College Masons Eastern Star

Miss May Gartha Guest of Honor at Bryan Banquet

Miss May Gartha of Houston state secretary of the Catholic Daughters of America attended a Bryan banquet in her honor. The event celebrated the state officer and newly instated candidates with plates for eighty five, floral decor, hand embroidered favors, and toasts by LE BE Warren and speakers H B McDowell J W Hendricks Rev B Brain Rev J B Gleissner and Miss May Gartha.

Mary Gartha Houston The Catholic Daughters of America Bryan May Gartha Eelock J. J. Stasmey Miss May Gartha

Real Hat Shop Holds Open House in Bryan Area

Real Hat Shop run by Parker and Miss Lena Wetter hosts a three day open house to display new styles. The store provides a large lounge area for patrons with tables and rockers. A. E. Riedes, deputy collector, will be in Bryan at the Chamber of Commerce on March 4 to help taxpayers file income tax returns for 192%.

Parker Lena Wetter Bryan A. E. Riedes Im Bryan Chamber of Commerce

Eagle brand pledge echoes quality and service promise

The note extols the Eagle figure as a symbol of quality and dependable service, inviting customers to trust the brand for durable text printing solutions. The statement frames quality as a core company value tied to customer satisfaction and enduring performance.

Bryan D A R Votes to Fund Student Loans at A and M

The Bryan chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution voted to establish a student loan fund to aid a Texas boy attending A and M College. About sixty dollars was pledged at the meeting, with plans to grow the fund to several hundred dollars. Members urged ongoing support from others to assist eligible students who must work to repay loans.

Bryan Daughters of the American Revolution A. & M. College Are American Will Howell A. and M. College Helps America National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Bryan Texas A. and M. College J. L. Lash Walton Daughters of the American Revolution Amer

Mrs Eleanor McGrath Heads Brock's Eastern Market Return

Mrs Eleanor B L McGrath returns to Brock's market department where meat selections are being remodeled to serve a growing daily influx. She invites every woman to visit the department meet her and discuss their meat needs.

E. B. McGarth Brock’s Eleanor McGrath Brock Broa

Musical Program At College On Washington's Birthday

At Texas A and M College Station the Cosmopolitan Club stages a foreign students musical night on February 22. The A and M College band directed by R G Dunn will perform from 7:30 to 8:30 with national anthems and native tongue announcements. President Walton will give a short address and the program ends with The Fighting Aggies and the Star Spangled Banner.

WTAW A. and M. College of Texas Washington Cosmopolitan Club United States A. and M. College R. G. Dunn Aggie T. O. Walton Serbia France Russia Belgium Italy England

Cosmopolitan Club students study nations and radio schedule

Cosmopolitan Club includes students from Syria Inds Hepdduras Columbia and Mesopotamia. W. H. Darrow announces February radio program of WTAW Station with practical tasks on agriculture poultry gardening and similar topics. Wavelength is 270 meters. Noon programs at 12:1 and night programs at 7:00.

Cer United States Cosmopolitan Club Syria Inds Hepdduras Columbia Mesopotamia W. H. Darrow WTAW

Methodist Women of College Station Meet

The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist church in College Station met Monday afternoon with fifteen present. Mrs. A. K. Mackey presided and led devotions while Mrs. C. O. Watkins gave the prayer. Reports on social service work were shared by Mrs. George P. Grout and Mrs. J. R. McKee discussed publicity. Introduction to the new study book Our Templed Hills by Ralph A. Selton followed by group discussion. Next meeting planned with Mrs. R. F. Smith. Attendees included Mesdames R. W. Ivey, M. C. Boghes, R. P. Ward, D. T. Killough, A. K. Mackey, R. F. Smith, W. E. Lewis, C. O. Watkins, J. R. McKee, PF. W. Plunkett, Jesse C. Thomson, George P. Grout, Jenole Yates, and R. P. Ward.

Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church College Station Jennie Yates A. K. Mackey C. O. Watkins George P. Grout J. R. McKee Geo. P. Grout Templed Hills Ralph A. Selton R. F. Smith Mesdames R. W. Ivey M. C. Boghes R. P. Ward D. T. Killough W. E. Lewis PF. W. Plunkett Jesse C. Thomson Jenole Yates, and

Dr. Cousins Visits Bryan Schools On Teeth Care

Dr. George P. Cousins of the Educational Department of Col vate and Company New York visited Bryan with Brazos County Public Health Nurse Ella Bandelin. He spoke to Side West and A M Consolidated Schools about dental care, showing 2400 feet of moving pictures on brushing teeth and dental visits every six months.

George P. Cousins Educational Department of Colvate and Company of New York Bryan Brazos County Ella Bandelin Side West Side Dixie Theatre A. and M. Consolidated Cousins

Eagle Want Ad Columns Show Quick Results

Local Eagle newspaper prints brisk want ads with quick results and brief notices. Readers find bargains, job leads, and services listed in compact line items across the classifieds.

Bor Eagle

Funeral Rites for Mrs. W. C. Davis Draw Large Crowd

Funeral services for Esther Boatwright Davis wife of Judge W C Davis of the 5th Judicial District were held at the Davis home with Rev R E Day officiating. A city cemetery interment followed with numerous relatives and out of town guests attending.

W. C. Davis 5Th Judicial District Marlin Davis Corner 29Th Houston Street R. E. Day First Baptist Church Jimmie Page Henry Locke Kathleen Hutton D. S. Buchanan J. H. Conway Esther Boatwright Davis H. O. Boatwright Bryan Baptist Church Baylor College Belt Jno M. Lawrence John A. Moore M. E. Wallace M. B. Parker W. B. Saunders Eugene Edge Major L. L. McInnis J. Webb Howell K. J. Fountain W. S. Higgs R. W. Howell F. L. Henderson C. S. Jones J. T. Maloney W. S. Howell Henry Seal C. A. Harris E. J. Jenkins Tyler Haswell Wilson Bradley J. M. Caldwell Robert Armstrong Oak McKenzie R. V. Armstrong W. E. Neeley W. S. Barron J. G. Minkert Lamar Bethea J. H. Webb J. W. James R. R. Ellis E. F. Parks H. H. Williamson Shire H. B. Davis Livingston F. M. Law Houston F. L. Scott Frank L. Webb Dallas Judge Davis

Chamber of Commerce Meeting Adopts Road and Agriculture Agenda

The Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce reports outline progress on roads schools and agriculture. Officers note good roads efforts with Gulf Good Roads and state planning while agricultural prizes and lectures are planned for Brazos county communities.

Bryan and Brazos County H. O. Ferguson John M. Lawrence Gulf Good Roads Association Texas Highway Committee T. O. Walton C. L. Benson Howell Chamber of Commerce George A. Adams Wilson Bradley W. H. Cole J. N. Dulaney Eugene Edge W. F. Gelber Tyler Haswell W. S. Howell J. Webb Howell E. J. Jenkins

Talks On Thrift At West Side PTA Meeting

Rev. Roy S. Hollomon urged thrift as prudent provision for a rainy day and old age. He urged generous giving to worthy causes and investments in human life, arguing hoarding wealth is not thrift but stinginess.

West Side Parent Teachers’s Association Roy S. Hollomon Hollomon Rev. Hollomon

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