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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1924
Page
2
The Bryan Weekly Eagle announces postal status as second class matter in Bryan Texas since April 28 1912 under the 1878 act. It lists subscription prices at 1 year 1.50 six months 1.00 and notes Associated Press membership.
Dallas Times-Herald recalls Mrs. Maggie W. Barry of Texas A and M College honored by 100 prominent Dallas women at a luncheon. The educator, longtime Kidd Key College figure, is praised for leadership in rural Texas, extension work, and civic service shaping social progress across the Southwest.
The Dallas News editorial argues newspapers should uphold honesty and impartial reporting, avoid bribe influence or fear, and maintain public trust by delivering the news without bias. It warns against partisan reporting and calls for principled journalism as vital to democratic faith.
Jason Rogers argues newspaper advertising uniquely powers sales by precise targeting to local buyers with money to spend. He contends newspapers link manufacturers to local stores, outperforming general media with direct access to the purchasing public.
The former superintendent of schools leads daily talks to upper grade students urging parents to plant a pecan and fig tree in every San Antonio backyard. He argues the campaign could spread to other Texas towns and that the fruit would repay the effort, noting there is still time to plant.
George Bailey of the Houston Post notes he and his pastor paused a frank view on la grippe but maintain the same overall opinion.
Col. Frank P. Holland urged Denton swine breeders to view Texas big as a call to rival records. He noted Texas history of breaking marks in hogs and his own seven decades in the state, highlighting publishing success and mentorship that spurs others to set new records.
The Troup Banner laments reduced foreign ads on billboards and in newspapers, notes hundreds of oak boards with metal facades across the country, and argues for taxing advertising walls owned by large corporations alongside newspapers and rail, bank, and service firms. It suggests big advertisers will return after this experiment.
A rural shopper courtesy piece urges city residents to do most weekly buying on weekdays to save calls and delays. It notes Saturday draws country customers to town, urges townspeople to be thoughtful and convenient by consolidating purchases.
The Manufacturer editorial extols the home newspaper as essential to town life. It claims the paper informs residents, publicizes all local chatter, and supports commerce, order, and community advancement through diligent work.
Thomas A Edison expressed on his seventy seventh birthday that work which one loves is the best form of amusement and diversion. The article notes his vigor and mentality and argues that work should be pleasure to reduce failures.
George Washington warns that foreign influence endangers republican government and urges constant vigilance. He cautions against partiality to any nation and advises minimizing political ties while expanding commercial relations to avoid manipulation by others.
Heavy rainfall turned to a snowstorm in Brazos County on Monday night creating a 4 1 2 to 6 inch blanket. Lines down and communication cut between Bryan and rural districts. Electric trams and schools halted with snowball battles and a street fight near Main and 24th Street.
Representative George C. Purl of Dallas visited the Eagle office Friday while in town for a Masonic banquet at Texas A and M College that evening. He represents Dallas Place No. 5 in the 38th Legislature and has announced candidacy to again seek a seat in the 39th Legislature.
Mrs T C Halsell died Sunday at 1 26 AM at her daughter’s home in Waco aged 82. Services were at Second Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev J J Grier with burial at Oakwood Cemetery beside her husband. Survivors include four children Kay Halsell George Halsell W M Woodall and Frank Ish.
Editorial urges readers to overlook minor errors in the newspaper and remember human error is natural. It compares mistakes in the paper to those in any business, inviting tolerant, reflective reading.
A reflection from the Christian Commonwealth asserts the strongest person conquers himself, finds wealth in contentment but seeks not mere satisfaction. It urges individuals to strive to improve their own condition and that of others, emphasizing growth and virtue.
James Mattison Ashcroft, three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Ashcroft, died at home in the city early Saturday morning at 4 45 of ascidosis. The funeral will be Sunday at 3 p m from the family home with Dr. Jnc A Held officiating and burial in City Cemetery. Arrangements are by the McCulloch Gordon Co. He is survived by his parents and an elder brother Charles Lester.
George W. Barnes Jr., eight, son of Mr. and Mrs. Barnes, College Boulevard, fell headlong into a post while playing in the yard Saturday. He was thought in serious condition but is reported better today.
Free Baptist Sunday school in the city launches a novel membership contest starting February 17. Members earn miles toward a goal that will be totaled June 1 to reveal the winner. Two captains D D Vasbinder and J H Gammon lead committees of three helpers each and travel style incentives boost enthusiasm and growth.
More than thirty homes are being built or remodeled in Bryan. Two modern cottages by Joe Kaplan on the south half of his lot facing 28th street attract attention. Interiors will feature built in furniture for artistic arrangement and convenience. Work progresses fast as visitors admire the plan. Efficiency in layout and fixtures is seen as a key trend for future homes.
William M Blazek son of Mrs Lottie Blazek Bryan Texas is listed with U S Marines taking part in the Caribbean peace time maneuvers underway in January through May or June Naval exercises focus on defending the Panama Canal near Culebra with Marines ashore and aboard ships Blazek joined the Marine Corps in 1921 at Houston and is with Headquarters Company 5th Regiment on Culebra awaiting return to Quantico Virginia after the drills
H C Boatwright president of the First National Bank of Bryan speaks at a Texas bankers meeting in Galveston. He recalls Texas growth from 1868 to 1920, defends railroads, praises Galveston firms, warns against overproduction of cotton, urges tax restraint and prudent investment.
A full First Baptist Church heard Dr John A Held speak on the Holy Land after a program by the Allen Academy orchestra directed by A Ernest. The audience filled the house and praised the lecture as the best in the series, with musical interludes including The Holy City and Since His Love Found Me.
A contract was sent yesterday making Dr. W. H. Lawrence the owner of the Mattie Webb home at the corner of 26th and Washington streets in Con sideration ten thousand dollars.
Voter slate lists A S McSwain for County Judge H O Ferguson for County Tax Assessor Clyde F Goebn for County Treasurer Mrs Dora F E Wilson, County Commissioner Precinct No 1 C M Risinger Precinct No 8 Joe J Messina Fr F Regmund Co M Degelia J J Holik Louis Lero Precinct No 4 J M Moore.
The Western Public Service Company of Colorado Springs, owner of about 45 ice plants, is making drastic improvements at the Bryan Ice Plant. Paul Freeman of Navasota is superintendent for Texas and W. E. Farmer is Bryan manager, arriving February 1 to take charge and engage with local civic and business life.
Miss Emma Montgomery of Navasota spent the weekend in Bryan as a guest of her sisters Miss Allie Montgomery and Mrs. R. L. Brogdon. Miss Josephine Brizgolara and Edna Bauguss of Houston will spend the weekend with Miss Velma Wamble.
FE M Peters of Harvey and W RX Vairman of Bryan are in Houston this week serving on a federal jury.
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