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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1929
Page
2
The notice fragment mentions post office activities in Bryan dated April 22 1912 and financial rates for Daily Press League affiliates with subscription terms including three months six months and one year pricing. It references Associated Press licensing and local newspaper distribution details.
In Brazos County the judge urges impartial law enforcement to deter crime. He stresses equal application of statutes to all, from bootleggers to murderers, and notes crime falls when law officers are supported and laws are enforced without fear or favor.
State fire insurance department report shows Texas fires costing 11.7 million dollars, up 1.5 million from last year. Electric wiring and cheap equipment are blamed for many fires, urging use of standard fittings and cautious home practices. The piece honors a long-time Associated Press figure and journalist Melville Stone’s contributions to the news industry.
A church program at A M College highlights support from Drs. W B Walton T C Walton Dean F C Bolton and associates in FE E department and Geo Summer for facility use since 1920. Recognition goes to B D Marburger the Buildings and Grounds team local carpenters and community donors. The event included a pageant and a sermon by Dr T L Holcomb on Crowning Jesus King.
A large audience attended the dedication of the First Baptist Church on the A and M College campus. Speakers included Rev. R L Brown and Dr T L Holcomb, with reports by building and finance committees noting 385 members and a 5600 square foot facility valued at 20000 dollars, debt 3000. The event featured special music and telegrams from alumni and parents, and the State Baptist board pledged continued support.
Report says Moorer struggles to assemble a capable cabinet drawing criticism of his leadership. The tension sparks discussion that his Florida vacation may end early as political pressure shifts attention to Washington.
Fire destroyed the roof of the Joe Bukoswki home at Washington and 1th streets Saturday about 9 30 o clock. Loss estimated at $3000 with insurance. The Bukoswki family was away and the fire department saved Will Turck’s house next door. Cause under investigation as part of a fire prevention campaign by the Bryan Chamber of Commerce.
A Dodge sedan stolen Friday in front of Hassell Motor Company was found abandoned Saturday on Kurten road three miles from Bryan. Blood stains suggested the thief or user was injured in the crash, but local doctors found no identifying injuries. Sheriff Reed had the car to Bryan. one wheel was smashed and glass broken.
Circle No 6 of the W M U met in an all day session at the First Baptist Church with Mrs W S Howell as hostess. Fifteen members studied the missionary book Lottie Moon and passed a test with excellent grades. They will receive seals for the W M A study course. A luncheon was served at noon.
The bus bought for operation between Bryan and College Station was sold to the Austin street railway system. Delivery occurred Saturday by A. B. Syptak of the Bryan company.
J B Wilson manager for Grant Lumber Company in Bryan is a homeowner and active citizen. He moved to Bryan three years ago from Bee county where he worked with the Grant company. He is a Rotary Club member and part of a large Texas lumber network with 30 retail plants. The local yard moved a year ago to the south end of College Avenue to expand space and storage. Wilson is aided by W H Looney Frank Saculla and F B Granny Vance to maintain high plant efficiency.
J. W. Smallwood of Dallas employed by Taylor Motor Freight was seriously burned when the gas tank exploded at a Benchley gas station. He suffered burns to both feet legs and a hand but is expected to recover. Attendants extinguished the flames and delivered him to Bryan hospital. Smallwood has a wife and daughter in Dallas.
Brazos county poultry farms continue to dominate the 12th Texas national egg laying contest. The Golden Rule and College View pens posted strong scores, with College View S C White Leghorns finishing high in the month and several hens placing in the top ten overall. Lone Star farm Australorps set a new heavy-pen record at 253 eggs, and a Sweet farm Rhode Island White posted the first perfect month with 81 eggs in January.
Prospect school will present a Washington's Birthday program next Friday at 7 30 pm. Mrs D J McDonald teaches the class and the public is invited to attend with the school and its patrons.
The district court spring term calendar is fixed for next week as Judge W. C. Davis expects the grand jury to file its final report Monday. Jury recessed to Monday morning with no jury cases this week and minor matters on the docket. Scheduled trials span February 18 to March 21 across several cases including Eden vs. H ccs, Kopeky et al vs. Zdrazil et al, and others involving City of Bryan, Southwestern Telephone, and several defendants.
Ervin Mc Leroy a student at A M College has returned to Bryan from sanitariums in Kerrville and San Angelo since last August. He is much improved in health and will observe regular rest hours. He praises the care at Carlsbad State sanatorium under Dr. R L McKnight and thanks friends for cards letters and gifts during his stay.
Miss Sadie Hatfield of Medina arrives to fill the district home demonstration agent role with the Extension Service at A and M College. She succeeds Miss Jaanita Sprott who resigned after marrying BS. W. Peebles of Orange at Livingston on February 2, 1929.
Brazos County Chapter of the American Red Cross elected C. M. Bethany as chairman Rev. J. B. Gleissner as vice president Mrs. Albert Buchanan as executive secretary and Fred L. Cavitt as treasurer at the annual meeting held at the Carnegie library. Standing committee chairmen include Home Service Mrs. Albert Buchanan Disaster Relief Wilson Bradley and Roll Call D. L. Wilson. The 502 member chapter plans Junior Red Cross education for the upcoming school year.
Brazos County agent Nash L A Nash has been granted four six month leaves of absence due to ill health after eleven years of service. He plans to travel to Los Angeles to visit relatives and spend the leave in Southern California. A substitute will be assigned in his absence.
A collection of clothing bed linen and coverings is being prepared for needy ex service men near the U S Veterans hospital in Kerrville. The box will be shipped Friday February 22. Articles should be left at Edge Dry Goods or a committee member will pick them up. Committee members include Harry S Edge Mrs Ole Martin sen Mrs I W Ivy and Mrs Curtis L Gray.
A Bryan Daily Eagle column encourages residents to stop waiting for leaders and clubs to fix the town. It urges citizens to change from passive to active, to back efforts, and to work together to improve the community for living, working, and making money.
Albert Hanneman Jr a past master councillor of the local DeMolay chapter was named one of 24 Texas chairmen for the International Greater DeMolay Movement by Frank S Land national grand scribe The Bryan chapter marks its 10th anniversary on March 24 1919 and plans a devotional day service on March 17 likely combining both celebrations W D Bentley is master counselo r
Rev J P King reports Peach Creek church renewed four members during Monday services bring total to fourteen to date with twelve baptized. The Bryan chapter of DeMolay, sponsored since founding by Ivanhoe Commandery Knights Templar, remains active in the community. The Coolidges will return to their $42 monthly apartment after leaving White House where rent had risen from $32.
A brief public notice advocates recognizing unseen germs and the danger of infections like typhoid and tuberculosis. It promotes washing and using Liquid Borozone as a safe antiseptic, with a mention of Roman & Vick products.
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