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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1917
Page
2
The Bryan Weekly Eagle warns that federal deficits surge into 376 million dollars as estimates rise and new taxes loom. It criticizes excess government spending and entrenched wartime practices, predicting a gloomy 1918 election for Democrats if retrenchment is not pursued.
The excerpt contrasts business with war, arguing business seeks energy, harmony, reciprocity, and worldly glory, while war demands energy through conflict, discord, injustice, rivalry, fear, and a pursuit often linked to hell, ultimately claiming peace as a business goal. It suggests war and business operate under opposing moral laws and aims.
The text notes brewers proposing to cut alcohol in beer, separate beer and whiskey sales, remove bars, and serve mild beer in restaurants while enforcing liquor laws. It also covers peace terms from Germany, civic exhortations for 1917 behavior, and critiques of government spending and favoritism under Bryan.
Citizens celebrate improved county roads and paved city streets funded by joint county and city efforts. Officials and taxpayers attend, praising the collaboration and the enhanced local infrastructure.
The article notes casualties in the European war by social rank, listing 258 counts, 567 barons, and 1,465 members of lesser nobility as casualties. It emphasizes indiscriminate effects of battle on all ranks.
The essay frames war versus business as opposing forces. War rests on caste, sentiment, deceit, and destruction while business rests on democracy, reason, truth, and progress. It argues war causes poverty and decay whereas business fosters wealth liberty happiness and constructive evolution.
Salaries for secretaries to members of Congress were raised 331 1/3 percent from 1500 to 2000 dollars annually. Critics charge that much of this money is pocketed by congressmen, calling it the milk in the coconut and questioning whether the government is becoming government of officeholders for officeholders.
The Eagle argues Texas should not repeal the homestead law, calling it a strong bulwark protecting citizens’ best interests. It contends home ownership is encouraged and repeal would risk more home losses due to easy borrowing.
The question of taxation or reducing taxes will be the paramount issue in the next state and national campaigns.
A Houston Post item lists a civic pledge urging readers to attend church each Sabbath perform daily duties cheerfully obey traffic laws vote wisely remain loyal to employers be economical yet fair and avoid improper conduct including spitting in public spaces.
The Eagle expresses sincere thanks to patrons for 1916 and pledges greater service in 1917. It notes effort to chronicle local and world happenings, urges continued cooperation from citizens, and wishes peace prosperity and happiness for the new year.
The allies released a Saturday night reply to Teutonic powers criticizing the German peace proposal. The reply says a mere suggestion without terms cannot be an offer of peace and calls the sham proposal lacking substance and precision a war maneuver.
Governor James E. Ferguson issues a concise New Year greeting urging Texans to help each other, spend within means, and avoid criticism. The message emphasizes practical wisdom for the year ahead and community restraint.
Brenham's cotton ill and Bryan county ties are cited as a source of pride with a Bryan boy as manager. The Eagle lauds A. and M. College graduates and believes the Commercial Club should advance the project, seeing strong local talent and money in Bryan and Brazos counties.
A proposed paved roadway between Bryan and Texas A&M College eliminates distance, signaling future closer ties as interurban travel improves accessibility between the two communities.
A late decree in Mexico requiring citizenship to own land and mineral properties is praised as a step right direction but critics urge further action to end land monopoly. They blame land concentration for peonage and unrest and call for homes for the people and tens of thousands of new schools.
The proposed constitutional amendment allowing school districts to tax themselves up to 1 dollar per hundred was defeated in the November election. Critics say its loss curbs progress in many Texas communities while showing taxpayers remain cautious on higher taxes and bond issues.
The text notes Carranza will not sign the Atlantic City protocol until Pershing is recalled. It warns American troops on Mexican soil cause ongoing irritation and potential clashes unless withdrawal or negotiations end the standoff.
The bank in Houston attracts about five hundred applicants for new positions including the lieutenant governor and other prominent citizens. The pool of patriots willing to serve the country appears far from exhausted.
The text notes Woodrow Wilson taking the first move for peace at a psychological moment. Once expected threats fade, European belligerents will rush to join the peace effort.
An official of the Standard Oil Company says there is enough crude oil left, visible and invisible, to last 126 years. With such a large supply, it is hard to understand why prices keep rising.
Seed selection for corn and cotton dominates the opening phase of the agricultural campaign. The choice is crucial, with victory here lifting confidence for the remaining harvest, and securing favorable results.
A brief note suggests cotton mills are profitable in other Texas towns and questions why Bryan has not yet benefited, calling for investigation into local industrial prospects.
Jordon T. Lawler reports Lawler mill now operates both day and night to meet a surge of orders from Bryan and beyond. The mill handles large wheat use with over eight thousand bushels received last week, underscoring the high quality flour produced.
A petrified bone found at Judge J. T. Maloney’s office by August Straub of Kurten was examined by Dr. M. Francis of A and M College and identified as an elephant vertebra. Dr. Francis believes more bones may be uncovered in the same area.
Herb ine advertised as an effective liver stimulant that purifies the bowels strengthens digestion restores strength vigor and cheerful spirits. Price 50 cents sold by all dealers.
A Bryan O E S chapter hosted a surprise Christmas shower for Mrs. Love at Mrs. Crenshaw’s home with Victrola music, festive decor, and a basket of gifts ending with a wreath of praise for the honoree. The event drew about 150 guests and featured a poetry recitation by Miss Annie Dearing.
A lavish Thursday afternoon reception by Mrs. Floy Dansby featured a grand home setting with crystal chandeliers, pink carnations, ferns, and elaborate decor. Guests included Miss Sue Josephine Jarrett, Miss Nancy Moore, and several noted Austin and Fort Worth hostesses who greeted visitors in a series of rooms showcasing flowers and elegant furnishings.
Seventeen football letter men will be awarded red and white blankets by the A and M band. The band of thirty five pieces presented last year’s gift and funded the purchase this year. Band director B P Day and captain G B Hanson of Tyler lead the group.
Pleurisy pains locate below the short ribs while lumbago hits the same area at the back. Ballard's Snow Liniment is recommended for both, rubbed in to ease pain and relax muscles allowing easier movement. Prices are 5e, 50c and $1.00 per bottle. Sold by
The Wichita Mill and Elevator Company under Ed Martin moves today from the Eagle office area to a renovated site north of the Lawrence Grocery Company. Mr Martin invites all customers to visit the new quarters and meet him.
George Miller, jailed after deputy Morehead arrested him for stealing an axe from Wild Battle, pleaded guilty before Judge J. T. Maloney and was fined one dollar plus costs with one hour in jail.
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