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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1930
Page
4
The passage argues that nations advancing dairy improvements while still growing cotton quotas experience better overall conditions than countries dependent on a single crop. It suggests this contrast merits serious consideration for policy or economic strategy.
The article urges reform in cotton baling and sampling practices to protect the fiber in transit to Great Britain. It champions using cotton bagging instead of burlap or imported jute from India, arguing this boosts market access for low grade cotton and reduces damage from over sampling. It notes low cooperative sales and urges expansion of cooperative marketing to improve conditions.
Article discusses the 1927 amnesty bill in Texas that pardoned former governor James Ferguson after impeachment. It notes Ferguson's defeat in 1926 by Dan Moody, the bill's repeal in 1927, and ongoing questions about his qualification being resolved in higher courts.
A county committee is formed to finance cow purchases for farmers to profit from cream and milk sales. The drive highlights rising cream collection, deeper community interest, and the need for more and better cows supported by local banks and business leaders.
Farm board warns no real gains for cotton farmers until they forecast demand before planting. Brazos County launches dairy routes boosting cream collection. farmers plan bull circles and cow purchases. County dairy effort aims to diversify beyond one crop to improve finances and attract banker support.
The American Legion promotes civic duty urging every Texas citizen to pay poll tax, qualify to vote, and cast informed ballots. Brazos County reports about 1200 poll tax payers, roughly one third of those eligible, with payments slower than usual amid rural crop concerns. Governor Moody toured Huntsville prison facilities, and local Bryan car dealers showcase new models.
Fourth Annual Missouri Pacific presentation to Lions committee led to a recommendation that Bryan Lions Club sponsor a Boy Scout troop in Bryan. A follow up committee will gather details and report next Tuesday. Notable program items included piano duets by Mesdames Simmons and Glenn. S. E. Green of Dallas attended with Lion President H. L. Durham. Captain E. L. Lyons of College Station joined as the latest member, inducted by Lion Bob Armstrong.
A promotional postcard promises results worth many dollars for farmers who respond to an offer by T. D. A. Dun can at Reisel Texas. The Waggoher Ranch spans 512000 acres across Archer Wichita Baylor Foard and Knox counties, an immense tract exceeding 800 square miles.
A midnight fire on the second and third floors rear of Wilson Bradley Inc and Brock’s damages stock and building values, with estimated losses around 15 000 for stock and 3 000 to 5 000 for the building. Fire chief notes cigarette-caused origin. first salvage corps organized by Bryan officials.
Floresville ships 250 cars of corn. Bee ville plans 200 acres of tomatoes for packing shed facilities. Cameron and Big spring open 52,000 egg hatcheries. Floydada adds a 16,000 egg incubator boosting local hatchery capacity past 100,000. Rufe and A. D. Deats of Llano to sell pecans at 50 cents a pound.
Holland announces candidacy for a second term as Pyazos county commissioner from Precinct 2. The piece notes he has attended court meetings and focused on district road needs. It also reminds voters poll taxes are due before Feb 1 to remain eligible to vote and avoid disqualification.
The Friendship Bible Class met Tuesday evening at 7 50 at Mrs Albers Buchannan home. Mrs T Halom president and Mrs J H Johnson secretary opened the session to review reports of officers for a new six month period ending June 1 1930. Treasurer Mrs J P Dobyne reported cash dealings totaling 258 78 from July 1 1929 to January 1 1930. New officers for Jan 1 to June 1 were elected with Mrs Geo W Ross president and other posts filled by Mrs F E H Gibbons Mrs Chas EF Griesser Mrs F Paul Martin Mrs T H Halteh Mrs Allen Car sop Mrs Albert Buchanan and Mrs G A Branson.
Four Mexicans arrested by local police were bound over to the grand jury by Justice J. T. McGee this morning on charges of transporting contraband liquor. The defendants Monoz Manuel Flores George Monavas and Astro Gonzales were each released on bonds of 300 dollars.
The Eagle lists approved candidates for the upcoming Democratic primaries subject to July deadlines. The notice invites voters to consider party nominees and outlines filing or eligibility details.
F. F. E. Stephens was arrested by Police Chief Martin and is held for investigation. He had been in town several days acting suspiciously and will be given a quiz this afternoon, according to plans announced this morning.
A Palestine factory secured orders for delivery of 10 000 chairs ahead of Christmas and has had to refuse further orders due to limited capacity. The plant’s output runs into the thousands, reflecting strong demand.
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