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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1924
Page
3
Reports from St Louis and central western states warn of the severest cold spell since 1918. Two deaths attributed to extreme low temperatures highlight the lethal reach of the cold. Authorities urge residents to take precautions and seek shelter from extreme weather.
Associated Press reports Kansas endures a brutal cold wave with temperatures from 2 degrees below in Coffeyville to 23 degrees below in Salina. Kansas City sees minus 15, the coldest since 1918, as residents layer up for the freezing weather.
In St Louis two deaths were reported from exposure as a severe cold wave grips the city. Patrick Donnelly, 67, and Peter Davis, 35, are the deceased. Dallas records the coldest winter low at 18 1 2 degrees above zero with a forecast of gradual warming to come.
The partly frozen body of 68 year old Charles Hay was found lying across railroad tracks in St Louis county shortly before noon. The death raises today’s cold related fatalities to three in the area.
L E Morehead announces candidacy for re election to the Brazos County sheriff post after three terms as sheriff and two as deputy under T C Nunn. He urges voters to support him in the Democratic primary on July 26 and the November election if victorious. He has spent most of his 44 years in Brazos County and highlights his knowledge of the region and commitment to upholding the law with fairness and oath compliance.
Bryan Rotary Club members set 1924 goals centered on improving roads across Brazos County. Speakers emphasized making good roads the club’s top objective, noting winter mud and autumn road conditions have cost residents money. Various quotes urge a concrete program with determined action and community support.
Lufkin Daily News reports Edward Barnett Gladney Kerr Gibson Clarence Davis and Pat Lipscomb returning to the Agricultural and Mechanical College at College Station near Bryan Texas after Christmas holidays with their families and relatives. They will buckle down to their studies until the summer.
Willie Beard reports Mr. and Mrs. Evans now live on a farm nine miles west of Dallas with 400 acres under fence. They devote time to dairying and poultry and send greetings to Bryan friends.
Mrs S Alexander arrives from Jacksonville with her son Wilbur Parker to enroll at Allen Military Academy. She cited praise from current students and parents and plans to return home shortly.
Miss Maude Bookout, a longtime employee in the Extension Service Department at A. and M. College, has resigned to take a secretary position with J. and G. N. railway offices in Houston serving W. B. Cook, agricultural agent for the road.
Mrs. Sarah Doreas Patrick Howell wife of the late Wm Randolph Howell died at the home of her son W G Howell in Lancaster Texas at 8 10 this morning Interment will be in Dallas funeral services 4 00 Friday Dr Geo Truett officiating Born Anderson Texas October 15 1842 she was daughter of Dr Geo Patrick first Masonic Grand Master of Texas Married 1865 to William Randolph Howell later living in Dallas Ennis Navasota and Bryan Survives three children seven grandchildren four great grandchildren and many relatives mourn her but look forward to reunion in the homeland of love
C S Jones, Bryan resident and large landholder, tells Eagle that Brazos County should lay a foundation for hard surfaced roads in 1924 and push for a bond issue. He views roads as an investment that will yield long term returns beyond costs.
Dean E. J. Kyle of the A and M College School of Agriculture reports the recent cold spell caused little or no damage to fruit and vegetables in this section and elsewhere. He notes the prior mild conditions and damp fog after the freeze will not harm crops, but the clear cold could cause damage, though it appears minimal overall.
The funeral for Jack Sipe who died Wednesday morning will be at 4 PM at the Mc Culloch Gordon chapel. Rev C B Thompson of the Free Baptist church will conduct the services with interment in City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be chosen from local Painters Union members.
M J Neeley, A and M College Textile graduate class of 1922 now with Brenham Cotton Mills, elected superintendent of Waco Twine Mills, to assume duties January 11. Report praises A and M graduates for leading in industry.
A Baptist Missionary Society watch party at Mrs B D Marburger home featured a tree lit with Christmas greens, gifts exchanged between couples, musical and social games, a biblical contest won by Rev R L Brown and Mrs J F McDonald, and a surprise silver candlesticks gift to Mrs Brown from Mrs Frank O Martin. A plate of moulded fruit salad and coffee ended the evening.
Miss Alberta Carroll daughter of Mr and Mrs R H Carroll of Harvey and sister of Marvin Carroll Bryan Postmaster and Guy Griffin son of Lula Griffin married Sunday afternoon at 2 30 o clock at the home of Rev and Mrs J M Bullock in this city Rev Bullock officiating Mr and Mrs Griffin are making their home in Bryan.
The Bryan Woman's Club held its first New Year meeting on January 2 at the Carnegie Library. President Mrs W B Cline led reports from officers and committees including a 75 dollar entertainment fund, upcoming Polly Tick musical comedy at Palace Theatre, and civic drives to plant crepe myrtle trees citywide. Memorial trees for deceased Bryan bar members will adorn the court house lawn as beautification continues. Officers elected for 1924 25 include Mrs W S Howell president and a full slate of vice presidents secretaries and treasurer.
The 1923 year end shows Brazos county wealthier in money on hand than ever before with $4,664,489.82 available to finance any worthy development for the city and community, according to local authorities.
The city poll tax data shows 102 women and 94 men have paid, shaping the eligible voters for the next city election. If numbers align with county tax payments, the total city poll taxes reach 196 to date, potentially shifting the early voting balance.
Earl Kines and Ellis Boy are named as victims in a Terre ll Christmas celebration incident. Officials report tetanus deaths connected to the event and caution on wound care and vaccination. A formal inquiry continues as families seek answers and health authorities issue guidance.
Earl Kines, 14, dies of tetanus in Terrell after a Christmas wound from a toy pistol. He is the second tetanus death in two days, the other victim being the 14-year-old son of A. M. Ellis. Local health authorities warn of toy weapon risks and tetanus dangers.
Rev F H Powell of Portland Oregon has been selected to serve as student pastor for the Christian church group at A and M College. He will arrive in Bryan next week to begin duties, following confirmation by church representatives in Brenham.
W. J. Hallowell writes that his family and another from Columbus, Ohio will move to Bryan to make their future homes. They seek rent housing and temporary residences as County Agent Co. L. Benson helps locate suitable spots. Bryan and Brazos County are being promoted as an ideal place to live.
Charles Claydon, Bryan pioneer and longtime Brazos County resident, returns after fourteen years away. He first came to Brazos in 1878 opening a watch repair shop in Bryan, later moved to Normangee for a jewelry and watch machine business, and now returns to live with his children near Harvey Route 3.
The Bryan city tax office, aided by extra staff, has prepared papers to file suit in about 150 delinquent tax cases totaling $8,300. Filing deadline is January 15, with suits to be entered for the February term. An extra fee of 7.50 to 10.00 will be added per case. City Secretary Bittle and W. E. Neeley oversee the action, aiming to deter lax collection and foreclose if needed.
Mr. and Mrs. John T. Hanway received a telegram announcing W. C. Padgitt of Dallas had died on Saturday. Funeral services were held Monday from the family residence and burial followed at Oakland cemetery. Padgitt, born in Bryan, was son of W. C. Padgitt and former Bryan residents who played a prominent role in local business and society. In Bryan he managed Padgitt Bros. Saddlery Co., later selling the business to Hanway who continues operation at the same location.
An old advertisement proclaims Tex-Ret relieves kidney and bladder issues, rheumatism and related urinary troubles with a money back guarantee. The claim emphasizes fast relief and customer satisfaction, reflecting period medical marketing language.
Special to Bryan Dairy Eagle reports Brazos County A and M Club records show the largest enrollment in the college’s history. The group includes Brazos county students, with officers led by President J P McCullough and a long list of members and senior-class graduates including F C Herrling J P McCullough H Wil lis R F McSwain G D Holland and H G Hyland.
Mrs Ed P Arneson of San Antonio visited her parents Mr and Mrs P S Park for Christmas and shared readings that delighted Bryan audiences. Her performance The End of the Rainbow on the Woman's Club program impressed listeners and a Sunday night First Baptist church reading drew rave reviews as the finest Bryan has seen from a reader.
Wellborn businessman B C Dowling sells his Wellborn enterprise to R G Neelley and with Mrs Dowling plans to move to Bryan after purchasing W E Ross's share in Reed and Ross Confectionery. Ross plans to retire about the fifteenth and may stay in town with his family.
Sbisa gave a dinner party last night at the Green Parrot Tea Room for several friends. Guests included T. D. Daly of Madison Wisconsin, R. J. Terrabone Jr. of Morgan City, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Terrabone Sr., Mr. and Mrs. M. Bonneville of Bryan, Mrs. J. D. Ganter of Houston, Delia and Margaret Ganter of Houston, Miss Elsbeth Terrabone of Morgan City, and Miss Kathryn Daly of Bryan.
Members of the Extension Service and families held the annual mid-winter party in the YMCA parlor from 7:30 to 10:00. Mrs. T. O. Walton chaired, with Mrs. A. K. Short as president. Music by a student quartet, stories In Our House and The Mummy's Foot, a grand march, solo numbers, and a salad course with coffee were provided.
The Woman's Missionary Society of the First Methodist Church reports the reorganization of its groups. Members across Groups 1 through 5 are listed with many named ladies and miss Nelle Cole noted in the final group.
A G Stallings son of H G Stallings writes from the U S S California stationed at San Pedro. He describes Christmas, an upcoming Panama cruise, Caribbean practice, and planned stops including Havanna Cuba and Porto Rico. He notes gun nery scores, a visit to the French cruiser Jeanne d Arc, two seaplanes with radio, and daily deck drills beginning at 5 A M.
Miss Elizabeth Curtis, Bravos County health nurse, visited Leonard School, five miles south of Bryan, on Thursday afternoon and gave all children physical tests. It was the first rural district school visit and she was pleasantly surprised by the kids’ good physical condition. Mrs. P. A. Tardy teaches the school.
Mrs Aubrey Tobias of Steep Hollow suffered a painful accident Thursday night requiring medical attention. She severed two fingers on her left hand with a butcher knife and cut a third slightly, an injury expected to hinder her work for some time.
The Palace Theatre announces an Amateur Night every Friday inviting non professionals to perform and win prizes for first second and third places. Children are encouraged to participate with audience selection of winners and a final onstage applause for all participants. Box office provides detailed participation information.
The Bryan Womans Club presents Mrs. and Mr. Polly Tiekk a musical comedy featuring city singing talent. The show runs next Monday night January 14 at the Palace Theatre with a well chosen local cast and expert direction by Miss Sarah Armstrong from the Wayne P. Sewell Company.
Nedbalek resigns from Central Texas Auto Company to move with Mrs Nedbalek and two children Edwin William and Nettie to Brownsville. They will farm six miles from town, starting with truck gardening and later grapefruit. He has twelve years farming experience and aims for successful shift.
A teachers exam for state certificates will be held at the Bryan courthouse on Friday and Saturday February 1 and 2. County certificates exams are scheduled for Friday and Saturday April 4 and 5. Teachers must register by January 20 for February and March 20 for April at the county superintendent’s office.
Fayette Brown a Brazos county resident since the area's earliest days died Tuesday at his home west of Bryan at about 98. He helped build the railroads through Bryan and worked on A and M College in its infancy. Funeral services were held at one o'clock this afternoon under the Royal Family of Friends with Bryan Undertaking Company in charge.
An advertising notice markets a remedy that allegedly prevents headaches billious attacks dizzy spells foul stomach coughs colds la grippe and pneumonia plus promises money back for backache diabetes gout and lumbago. The claim implies broad medical use with no verified clinical support.
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