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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1922
Page
2
Bryan Texas newspaper notes board officers and staff. The item mentions Mineral Wells Index listing about twenty candidates for office and remarks that the democratic primaries are six months away. Editor Sam E. Miller comments that the field is white unto the harvest.
The Waco News-Tribune notes a Bryan youth walked through a plate glass window by accident, stressing there was no deliberate act. The incident was documented as a non-intentional mishap with no charges indicated.
The Dallas Times-Herald notes that the Aggie win shows a game with Texas could draw crowds if Harvard Yale or Princeton agreed next season. The piece highlights potential cross region interest and a crowded eastern stands outlook.
American Ambassador George W. Harvey and former Minister Richard Craven escaped serious injury when their car nearly collided in Cannes France while en route to a golf course. The near miss warns notable golfers including Travis B. Bryan and Pete Saunders at Bryan Country Club to stay vigilant.
Assistant Director A. D. Jackson of the A. and M. Experiment Station has gained 20 pounds in a year since moving to Bryan and College Station. He is described as a young man, and observers wonder how large he may become if his growth continues at twenty pounds per year for the next two decades.
Editor cites a Dallas News piece noting a $3 Christmas necktie could be traded for a regular 75c item. The writer denies implying a $2.00 tie and lists several individuals who would be jealous, while mentioning the highest priced ties cost 19 cents a dozen fob factory.
The Pryan Daily Eagle quotes Sam E. Miller of Mineral Wells Index saying constant busyness often misses happiness. He recalls entering a home swarming with yellow jackets, instantly hostile, making the moment the busiest he can remember and devoid of happiness.
Bryan editor recalls Texas Aggies victory over Kentucky Colonels and praises Rountree for backing the Agricultural and Mechanical College. He urges lawmakers to preserve Texas A and M as a heritage of agriculture and education within the state.
Article argues for reducing the Texas House of Representatives from 150 to a range of 62 to 93 to improve efficiency. It cites lawmakers Rountree and Quaid, notes past failed redistricting, discusses constitutional amendments and counties’ local vs general laws, and urges a democracy-centered approach with fewer purely local measures.
The Hopkins County Echo notes the first issue of the New Year includes twenty announcements and four sheriffs Sam Smith Jim Young John Ferguson and Frank Rice. Representative Clifton Beasley seeks re election while J M Melson retires from the legislature to run for attorney general. The paper jokes about Beasley’s wedding versus political notices as the ides of November approach.
The Dallas Times-Herald cartooned two figures linked to the Texas Farm Bureau Federation event on Thursday. The likenesses stirred controversy with readers familiar with Col J E Boeg-Scott and Walton Peteet amid backlash from Eagle readers.
The Eagle notes a humorous San Antonio crime spree item where highwaymen seized a man’s false teeth after finding no money. It humorously advises J Edgar Covey of Bryan to carry a roll and wear new teeth to avoid losing money to thieves.
The article notes A and M cadets helping Dallas firemen battle a downtown blaze after their football team trounced Centre. The scene is described with a brisk Herald tone, signaling college support for city emergency responders.
Dr John A Held, pastor of First Baptist in Bryan, preached on Hallowed Be Thy Name. He urged reverence for God, law, life, and religion, citing scripture and eminent thinkers, and urged renewed religious conviction and cooperation in society. He praised humility, prayer, and devotion as pathways to global renewal.
L E Morehead announces candidacy for sheriff in Brazos County primaries. He pledges a vigorous campaign and strict law enforcement, stating his record proves commitment to enforcing laws impartially. He promises to serve the people faithfully if renominated and re elected.
County Superintendent Eck Smith, after serving one term, told the Eagle he intends to enter the race again for Brazos County superintendent and will make an official announcement at the proper time. He discussed educational problems in the county.
Marriage licenses issued since the last report include G. W. Boyd with Mrs. Minnie Abercrombie H. M. Bowman with Ruby Helen Payton Phillip Rickirillo with Rosa Riana and Raymond Todd with Una Straub.
County Agent C L Benson and G W Anstrand of Chicago organized committees for a Tabor short course on February 3 and 4. Local and extension staff will host lectures and demonstrations with moving pictures and charts for all ages, free to the public.
About 2,000 cotton boll weevils were purchased from Brazos county farmers by the Bryan Eagle and sent to the Agricultural and Mechanical College at Fort Collins Colorado for experiments to find destruction methods. The Eagle is advertising for longevity tests of the all weevil and will pay for the tests.
Announcement lists candidates in party primary races including L. E. Morehead for Sheriff Oak Mckenzie for County Attorney and Clyde F. Goen for County Tax Assessor in the county election.
Deputy sheriffs from Robertson county arrested Tom Matejeka and his son Frank after capturing a 10 gallon copper still on the Matejeka farm near Edge. They were bonded for 300 dollars for an examining trial before Justice J. W. Hamilton next Monday. The still was praised as the best captured in Brazos county.
Prof. Dan Scoates of Agricultural Engineering at A. and M. College has returned from the American Society of Agricultural Engineers meeting held in Chicago.
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