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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1920
Page
3
Washington on December 30 the department of justice announced that evidence gathered on alleged leaks from Supreme Court decisions will be submitted to a federal grand jury in January. Officials said the case is practically complete and the evidence obtained is expected to be conclusive.
The Bryan Power Company conveyed the flour mill adjoining the city power plant and its machinery to H. T. Lawler, Sr for $9,000. The mill has not operated recently but the machinery is described as modern and may be readied for use soon. The land was conveyed to the power company by the city of Bryan.
Sixty delegates from across the Eleventh District convened in Dallas to form an export finance corporation under the Edge bill to stabilize foreign exchange and aid cotton trade. The plan envisions auxiliaries to finance exporters with acceptances backed by shipping documents, warehoused receipts, and long term credits. Endorsements came from J S Wannamaker and J A Thompson of the cotton association.
Christmas mass was spoken at San Fernando cathedral in San Antonio for the 185th time at midnight. Bells rang as the city recalls its Spanish era origins and the Franciscan establishment.
An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a iron and quinine syrup that purifies and enriches the blood to revive strength and appetite. It claims health benefits, appeals to families, and lists a 60 cent price with a long-standing formula.
Washington reports thousands of Internal Revenue Service employees will assist taxpayers in filing 1919 returns. A correspondence study program trains field and office deputies with quizzes and graded lectures on topics from exemptions to ethics. Filing runs January 1 to March 15, 1920, with $1,000/$2,000 exemptions plus dependents.
County Agent Benson and Dr. H H Kettler investigated a hog cholera outbreak at J B Dunn's farm finding several hogs lost and others treated with serum. They warned vaccination for all nearby hogs to prevent further spread and protect the county herd.
James Cobb of the eastside, a worker at the interurban car barn, was robbed about 4:30 am Thursday. Two men demanded his purse, Cobb paid $20, and one robber slashed his overcoat in four places but did not strike him. He fled to the H and T depot and reported to Officer White and Sheriff Morehead. no suspects found.
Rear Admiral John E. Pillsbury retired died suddenly at his Washington home on December 30. The report notes his rank and status, with no further details provided about the cause of death or immediate family.
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes to color wool silk cotton linen or mixed fabrics, claiming old, faded garments can be made to look like new by following the simple directions in each package.
Officials from the Texas state health department and the international health board outline a coordinated anti malaria demonstration plan. Three groups of four towns each will be supervised by malaria experts, with choices based on local interest and railroad access guiding group assignments in the malarial belt.
A group of Mexicans who recently reached Europe allegedly sought to purchase arms and ammunition. It is unclear if they are linked to a prior shipment of five carloads of machine guns sent from Cassel to Amsterdam and claimed by Marshal Foch as consigned to Mexico. The Mexicans said to represent the Carranza government are now reported in Germany.
Paris December 29 An informal notice of the league of nations council meeting will follow the ratification exchange of the Versailles treaty Amb Wallace cabled Washington after the supreme council session The exact date hinges on Germany reply to the latest allied note and word from Berlin was expected by tomorrow barring telegraphic delays
Abilene report says enormous quantities of cotton remain unpicked across central west Texas with thousands of bales still in the Abilene vicinity. Gins shut for fuel and now overwhelmed by demand threaten potential losses to the ungathered crop.
Advertisement claims Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic cures worm infestations in children by improving blood and digestion. It asserts a two to three week course enriches blood, strengthens the whole system, and normalizes color, with a 600 per bottle price.
Col. John Ward MP assailed the prime minister's Russia policy at the Savoy luncheon. He urged renewed effort to aid Admiral Kolchak, pressed for a plebiscite in Russia, and warned that without internal order the empire risks losing influence and trade. He cited past offers to help stabilize the late Tsar's territories and warned of Russia becoming a battleground for hostile powers.
London reports Frederick William former German crown prince to be included in a list of individuals to be surrendered for trial by France. He faces charges of looting robbery and violence in France. Kaiser case unresolved.
New York reports that forty thousand Jewish children in Poland, who had been barefoot and hungry, now wear sandals with wooden soles and leather straps funded by the American Jewish Relief committee and allied groups. Isidore Hershfield notes scarcity of leather and high prices delay full provision, but the sandals are a vital, hopeful partial solution amid severe winters.
In Austin on December 27 the Travis County spinach crop was described as the largest in America. Two carloads have been shipped to Chicago and one to St. Louis with expectations of ten more carloads before year’s end. By January 15 harvest should be in full swing and last season totaled 555 cars with a goal of 1000 cars. About 4000 acres are planted, marking a dramatic rise from seven years ago and establishing Austin as the leading spinach shipping point ahead of Norfolk.
Illinois housewives opened a campaign with four hundred thousand pledges to economy in purchasing. Led by Mrs. Joseph T. Bowen they plan a survey of retail groceries to expose profiteering as the first step in the drive.
Sir William Barclay Peat at a London brewery meeting warned that William E. Johnson’s prohibition campaign poses a real danger to the brewing industry. He said a dry England would hinder the industry and affect productivity.
An advertisement promotes LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN Syruphonic Laxative for ritual constipation claiming relief within 14 to 21 days. It states regular use induces normal action and notes pleasant taste with a 60 cent bottle price.
Manila plans a vast new pier described as the largest and most fully equipped pedestrian dock in the Far East. Officials say it will be the area’s premier transit and leisure hub with modern facilities and extensive amenities.
A fragmented note argues tonic and laxative properties of a quinine product, claiming it is better than a rival and does not affect healing. The text lacks clear details or verified facts.
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