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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1931

Page

6

Christmas Eve at St Andrew's Hosted by Mrs W

Church observance centered on the White Gifts pageant to evoke the cradle of the infant Jesus. A Negro orphanage visit followed, with gifts from St. Andrew’s Church School and adults, and thanks extended to all who helped with the evening’s program. The midnight service began at 11 o'clock with special numbers and carols performed by the choir and Rev. Robert Fietchey of Birmingham.

W. Up Fam Aus Mession St. Church School W. W. Deattp Dauip Pisa St. An Robert Fietchey Birmingham Maupin

Funeral Service Held Today for Wife of Pastor

A funeral service for Clarerice Mortyn Hollomon wife of Pastor Hollomon took place today at Gullege Avenue Baptist Church. The service, led by Clarerice Mortyn’s husband, drew many mourners from the city and state. A procession to City Cemetery followed the church rites with floral tributes and a chapel program featuring hymns and prayers.

Aseg Fray Gullege Avenue Clarerice Mortyn Gates Rch Grave City Pulpid Brs. BK Corsicana College Avenue Church Hsband Hotlomon Fan City Cemetery Direc McCulloch-Anneby Comryan Richard Wapokety Malcolm Smith Byron » Jr C. Hollomenthoma Okla Robert Bowers, Jr Haslon, Ky Blanche Allie Sneers Mes. O Bowers, Sr Williams

Family Reunion Christmas Day in Sanders Home

A cheerful Christmas Day gathering took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Sanders. All their children attended, with many old friends dropping by. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Claire of St. Louis and extended family members Waldine Sanders and H. T. Downard of Bryan.

Sanders W. RB Sandeys Claire Bt. Louis, Mo Allert Dennit W. C. Sanders Waldine Sanders H. T. Downard and Yall Bryan

Intend to Marry Notice Filed for Adams and Niggs

Edward V. Adams and Belle Niggs filed notice of intention to marry in the county clerk's office. The notice, recorded by Jess B. Norning, states the couple’s intent to wed.

Edward V. Adams Belle Niggs Aary Jess B. Norning

Bryan Hosts Holiday Social Roundup of Visiting Kin

A tide of Christmas visitors and returning residents fills Bryan as relatives travel from Dallas Fort Worth Houston and Abilene to celebrate with local families. among those noted are Miss Cora Dulaney Miss Ross Withers Mr and Mrs Rollies Talman and others visiting in the homes of the Moore Woodward Johnson Gillespie and Higgs families.

Millican Robert Colglazier Fort Worth John A. Moore W.2. Johnson Orville Johnson F. K. Largill Fort,Worth Houe Rollies Talman Hershell Baker Abilene Bryan Baker L. M. Johnson Ross Withers Houston Trands L. M. John Ruby Karl Davis Waynes Davis Iouston Tyrne Business College Miss Davis L. Bilis Tyler Haswell Ae Ara Haswell Hollywood California Uitle Haswell Giraud Huntsville J. McDonald Ant Daughey Rad Mickle Sanda Muntsville Stele MO McDonald Goose Creek L. Burney Bobby San Antonio Mmie I Garth Tors Sims Coysicata Chasai. Hills Gilbert A. Giest AS and M. College Mildred Salley E. M. Salley Ruth Johnson Texas Alfred Crocker Lois Bernice Elizabeth Ann Beadley First Presbyterian Church Handel Violin Choir Beaumont Lollie Garvin Navasota Virginia Nendrix Baylor College Ida Belle Higgs Vergne Adams Garvin W. S. Higgs R. P. Marstellar College Roy Watson Tyler Geo. T. Young Simmie Ethel Cross E. H. Baker Palacios J. B. Fagan W.A. Shannon John Louis Breckenridge Tom Powers Laura James Eugene Edge W. JH. Wrenn Austin Ida Belle Niges W /S. Higgs College Avenue R. B. Dung Kula Vraneis Billy Luling D. B. Dunn

Full Cooperation Pledged to Farm By J E McDonald

J W McDonald agricultural commissioner elect pledges full cooperation with the federal farm board and farm agencies. He denies opposing the farm board and aims to improve agriculture through open relations with the Texas A and M College extension department. He emphasizes close ties between the agricultural department and the college for Texas farmers.

J.e.mcdonald Austin J. “W. McDonald Federal Farm Board McDonald Extension Department of Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College Agricultural Department Texas

Wanted to Buy Coon Sum Skins with Tags

WANTED TO BUY Coon, mink and fur skins must have official tags. Enquiries may contact J.M. Boriskie at 2901 Parker Ave for purchase offers and details.

Parker

42 Acres For Sale Near City Limits

Trade offering 42 acres well improved just outside city limits with phone contact at $2360 for F. Jones. Property details are sparse but indicate ready-to-use land near urban edge and a specific seller contact.

Jones

One New Face in County Official List After New Terms

The county official list will show one new face as terms begin January 1 with oath ceremonies. W C Davis starts a fourth term as judge and is named presiding judge for 22 East Texas counties, Oak McKenzie returns as county attorney, J Cobb reelected as district clerk, J T Reed starts his third term as sheriff, A McSwain becomes second term as county judge, J M Ferguson begins a fourth term as tax collector, Frank Worsham is the only new face as tax assessor, with several others beginning or continuing terms across precincts and the commissioners court. All officials take oaths and file bonds as required.

W. C. Davis 85Th Judicial District Davis Administrative Judicial District Texas State Senate Oak McKenzie A. S. Ware Brazos County F. M. Vance Frank Worsham R. L. Broach Clyde F. Goen J. .M. Ferguson J. T. McGee John Sabo Pied IL Wehrman Claude Buchanan John M. Moore

Reception for Ex-Resident Brilliant Fete

A holiday themed reception hosted by Mesdames John R K Astin and Mable Castles at the Woman's Club honored former resident Mrs Bonner H Barnes of Sweetwater and Juli ette Castles with many former schoolmates and friends attending from Houston Port Arthur and distant cities. Guests included numerous Mmes and Misses from Dallas London England Newberry San Antonio and Birmingham among others, with a festive refreshment service in red and green.

John RK. Astin Mable Castles Woman's Club Bonner H. Barnes Sweetwater Barnes Juliette Castles Altheus Jenkins Port Arthur Hetty M. Garry Jimmi Harrison Ford Tyler Houston Will Astin O ‘Hearne Robert A Harrison KE. UH. Astin Rk ¢ Astin M. W. Sims W. Daup T. K. Lawrence

Texas 4-H Demonstrations Drive Self Reliance in Home Living

Progress in agriculture and home activity spans crops poultry dairy and gardening. Demonstrators push economical production with canning programs and 4-H pantry efforts guiding 15,000 farm families to stock and feed households while improving grading standardization and distribution nationwide.

Iway Texas America Extension Service Turkey

Veterans Bureau estimates 191 loans in January

Washington Dec 80 The Veterans Administrator Hines estimated that 125000000 could be borrowed by World War I veterans on adjusted compensation certificates in 191. He said the bureau was prepared to lend 20900000 to 500000 veterans in January.

Washington Hines Bureau

District Review Reports Mixed Economic Signals Across the Plains

A regional economic survey notes worsened by bad roads and low commodity prices. It cites Treasury certificates subscriptions totaling 52.7 million with 16.9 million allotted, declines in bank deposits and loans, and permits down 30 percent in November. Building activity, lumber and cement output fall while mortality and failures rise. rains slowed harvests but subsoil prospects look favorable. Prices drop, citrus and vegetable shipments grow from Rio Grande and Winter Garden, spinach volume up to December 15. Savings at 87 banks rise 0.1 percent for November. Textiles edge up as plants restart after October slowdowns, but overall activity lags 1929 levels.

Treasury Federal Reserve Bank Department of Agriculture Rio Grande Valley Winter Garden Texas

Christmas Pageant Given Wednesday For Rotarians

Bryan Rotarians were entertained at their weekly luncheon by the Saint Andrew's Church Sunday School pageant The Road to Bethlehem directed by Mrs W W Daup with music by Prof F D Fuller Henry Locke Jimmy Page and Miss Mildred Salley Attending were visiting Rotarians Ross McSwan Bonner Barnes and Rev Robert Pritcher The program was under Rev W W Daup and listed numerous local Rotarians as present

Bryan Rotarians Christ Church Parish House Bethleem Church Sunday School W. W. Daup Ted John F. Wheeler Charles F. Hillier CO. Carlyle Roy Danforth F. D. Fuller Henry Locke Jimmy Page Mildred Salley Ross McSwan Gregg County Bonner Barnes Sweftwater

Former convict sought in Norman slaying case

The search for Quinn intensified as investigators said he is the prime suspect in the Norman slaying. His wife, held at Tonkawa, was identified by Potter. Quinn, who served time for forgery and assault, had police records in Kansas City and Chicago and is believed to be in Kansas City. A $500 reward was offered by Governor Holloway. An earlier lead centered on the younger sister Jessie who reported a shadowy man following her and making repeated phone calls.

Quinn Potter Tonkawa Missouri Penitentiary Kansas City Chicago State Bureau of Investigation Holloway Norman Jessie

Well Known Pair Wedded Today in Catholic Church

Dr. J. Zubik and Miss Frances Zak were married at St. Joseph's Catholic Church at 9 am with Rev. Frank Urbanovsky officiating. Attendants were Frank Zubik Jr and Lydia Zak, witnesses Ed Zak and A Valouch. A wedding dinner followed at the groom’s parents home. The couple are longtime locals. the groom works in tailoring in College Station and the bride’s father farms in Rock Prairie.

St.oseph'’s Catholic Frank Urbanovsky J. Zubik Frank Zubik Frances Zak Anton Zak Rock Prairie Community Frank Zubik, Jr Lydia Zak Ed Zak A. Valouch Zubik College Station Rock Prairie

Bryan City Cemetery Cleaned Up and City Repairs Underway

City forces are cleaning the Bryan City Cemetery today and will continue for several days until the grounds are completely covered. Repairs to city buildings include new roofs and other work as the 1930 city affairs are wound up rapidly.

Bryan City

Miss Etta Peters Returns From Delightful Holiday Season

Miss Etta Peters has returned from a pleasant holiday season trip marked by cheer and satisfaction. Friends report she enjoyed festive gatherings and plans to resume daily routines with renewed energy.

Etta Peters Phato

Trio Held by McGee for Grand Jury Auto Theft and Liquor Case

Dewey Carnes Royce Carnes and Odea DeHart were held to the February grand jury by Justice J T McGee on auto theft and transporting liquor charges. The Frank Crane car was recovered with whiskey believed in the vehicle. Bonds were set at 400 and 250 for Carnes and DeHart and 300 and 200 for Royce. The trio was lodged in the Bryan county jail after arrest by Constable Horace Reed.

Dewey Carnes Royce Carnes Odea DeHart J. T. McGee Frank Crane Horace Reed Reed Wellbern Bryan Justice McGee Boney Carnes

Tomato Growers Plan Meeting at Court House

President J. B. Priddy of the Brazes County Truck Growers Association calls all signed tomato and potato growers and interested farmers to a meeting at the court house Saturday afternoon January 3 at 2 o clock. He urges attendance to discuss diversified farming, securing seed and equipment, and addressing planting needs for the coming season. Russell Raney plans to plant tomato stock, and delays could jeopardize this season for local growers.

J. B. Priddy Brazes County Truck Growers’ Association Court House Truck Growers Association Priddy Russell Raney

Two Arrests in Bryan Roofing Burglary Case

Police have two men in custody connected with a recent burglary at Bryan Roofing Company. Manager L H Williams reports a new Underwood typewriter and a suit of clothes were stolen.

Bryan Roofing Company L. H. Williams Underwood

Cotropia and Sampson of Brazos County file intent to marry

Tony Cotropia and Mary Sampson of Brazos County filed a notice of intention to marry with County Clerk Jess B. McGee on Monday. The brief notice appears in the Eagle Office records.

Tony Cotropia Mary Sampson Brazos County Jess B. McGee

Also Mentioned on This Page

St. Andrew's de B. Willingame Wace Lila’'Shelburn George Brandon Dallas G. W. Bran DR. McAdams III May McAdams Bryan Hospital Associated Press Charles Packard Co University Jadena Cal Hines States Bureau First Bureau Loans Saint Andrew’s Church Robert Pritcher Ala Barron C. L. Benson Jno W. Black Wilson Bradley al EK Barto J. 8 Caldwell W. I. Davis W. P. Gayle Chas. F. Hillier W. H. Lawrence A.S. Mc Hugh Looney J. E. Stanford C. N. Shepardson Rev Johnl. Wharton E.R. Canady Fred W. Jensen G. M. Ball Ww. A. Scott Bryan City Cemetery McGee Lash Eagle
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