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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1914
Page
4
The Reverend Curtis Fletcher argues from a Temple pulpit that highways drive civilization by enabling commercial social and spiritual intercourse. He warns that bad roads foster isolation prejudice and vice while good highways promote progress and unity across communities.
Wellborn report from the Eagle notes Howell Gandy, a prominent planter, predicts an excellent corn crop and urges farmers to erect silos. He advocates road improvement with a split-tory drag, and Brazos bottom farmers plan to build silos this season to boost feed crops and livestock.
The Houston Post notes rising temperatures will increase egg production after a period of low laying. The column argues hens suffer when cold and suggests providing warm, comfortable housing with steam heated henery to resume laying.
The document discusses Mexican soldiers fleeing rebels and crossing the river to surrender to U S commanders. It weighs options to return them or feed them, warning that feeding invites mass surrenders and a flood of fighters seeking food.
Huerta's control in northern Mexico is collapsing as his authority weakens and paths emerge for opponents to strike. The piece portrays a weakening regime and shifting balance of power that could enable rival actions against the government.
The piece discusses the elimination movement among prohibitionists and how Comptroller Lane and Lt. Governor Mayes resist any eliminating process. It argues they command broad Democratic support and may thwart eliminators by aligning with a large faction of prohibitionists statewide.
The Eagle warns against imagining and broadcasting pessimism. It urges readers to brace up and maintain confidence, asserting there is no real cause for business depression and that optimism will restore conditions.
The reader asks if under government ownership of railroads and other public utilities a disabled worker would receive a pension similar to wartime pensions. The note warns that widespread pension eligibility could lead to a surge of officeholders and fiscal strain, suggesting caution with government ownership.
The piece notes how society reacts to new styles. It compares the initial shock over slit skirts and tangos with eventual acceptance, suggesting future fashion and dances may also move from controversy to popularity as tastes evolve.
With Argentine corn flooding the market and Mexican and South American cattle arriving by ship due to free list policies, cotton prices fall under a low tariff. The note urges farmers to seek best paying diversification methods to replace extensive corn and cotton acreage.
The State Tax Board aims to force real estate owners to render property for taxes at its full cash value. It contends the state needs funds for salaries, criticizing multiplied officers and high salaries as turning citizens into tax eaters.
The piece notes constant corn shipments through Bryan street and argues for farm forage crops and a silo on every farm to end domestic corn drainage and stabilize feed supplies.
A resident asks if it is possible to pave the intersecting streets back to the property line now while Main Street is being paved. The writer stresses the need and says arranging the work would be worthwhile.
The narrative portrays Colonel Roosevelt as shooting a sequence of African game including rhino hippo elephant lion and tiger and pursuing zebu tapir and aemus in South American swamps. It hints at one final stunt to shoot a polar bear near the north pole.
The Fort Worth Star Telegram editor uses the metaphor clutch to describe the city’s plans for 1914, suggesting decisive momentum and progress as Fort Worth gears up for the new year.
The note states all postmasters earning three thousand dollars will be taxed under the new income tax law. It adds that many Democratic patriots would gladly take the post offices and pay the tax.
The line suggests most people will avoid income tax but all will face the poll tax at the collection desk, framing payment as a display of manly pride and duty.
Readers praise The Eagle for bright editorials and strong local and general news. The paper is a welcome visitor to Bryan and Brazos County homes, with new subscribers daily.
The Eagle notes Antioch residents endure very low living costs and some work for 50 cents a week. It questions how such wages cover debts, allow savings, or buy land, implying serious financial strain despite apparent affordability.
The speaker asserts a farmer must focus on practical work. cultivate a productive garden, maintain a productive dairy cow, and raise hogs for meat to build savings for purchasing a home.
A flood survivor in the lower Brazos bottoms writes home to Bell County about saving iron beds and Indian runner ducks. The ducks roosted on a hay stack at night and laid an egg daily, providing sustenance for the marooned family. He asserts belief in ducks for river bottoms.
Bryan and Brazos County politics stay cautious with early announcements. Some counties already press the campaign clock, while local candidates restrain publicity and await clearer signals.
Bryan and Brazos County residents are entitled to published receipts and disbursements of all public funds. The question remains whether the required financial statements are actually being made public.
The editor owns thirty hens and notes one egg every other day. He requests readers of The Eagle to suggest a tonic that will make the hens realize their duty and presumably lay more eggs.
A 1914 proposal urges readers to patronize home enterprises to bolster local business. The writer argues spending with existing local firms will attract more businesses to the area and strengthen the economy.
A curious report notes a fat possum, baked and brown, that supposedly staked and directed with galler yam to delay the sun moon and stars if run by human agencies. The article omits details of how the delay occurred.
The court ruled that every father has a right to vote on whether a pool hall may operate and potentially influence his sons’ leisure.
A Norwalk resident died at age 105 in what appears to be natural causes after a long life. The obituary notes a lengthy timeline through the 20th century with many generations and days lived in Connecticut.
A quote notes that in Bryan butter is often scarce and argues a creamery is needed to resolve the shortage. The remark frames a local economic need and calls for production locally.
The report asks when Huerta will eliminate and when the Panama Canal will open for business, framing the questions as key timing issues. It notes political or logistical uncertainties affecting timelines without asserting firm dates.
Attorney General Looney declares he will seek re election to continue leading the office. He frames the bid as a continuation of his administration and vows to uphold public safety and legal reform.
A global scene shows world powers voicing peace while expanding naval fleets. Analysts warn that such arms development may undermine disarmament efforts and destabilize regional security.
The Cullen Thomas eliminating squad returns to Dallas for another round of trials as they pursue advancement in their competition. Local fans anticipate high performance and potential standout results from the group.
A cautionary note urges citizens to secure a poll tax receipt before engaging in political discussions. The message emphasizes documentation and compliance with local voter procedures to avoid disputes or complications.
The Waco Times-Herald argues a man in office serves the people not himself, contending Brother Robinson errs. It stresses that the candidate for office bears the servant duty to the public.
The Belton Journal reports that Will Mayes and Walter Lane have decided to perform under the main tent, signaling a shared showcase for an upcoming event.
Murphy lost to an unnamed challenger in New York and accepted defeat without complaint or explanation, showing sportsmanlike conduct despite the setback.
The article notes Winston Churchill has written a new novel titled Inside of the Cup and suggests he likely drew on ample material for the work.
The note says the Trail of the Lonesome Pine now leads to Pass Christian and that life there is dull with the President gone.
City officials report December 1913 revenue and beginning 1914 finances. Several funds showed debt but were paid except sewer fund, with undercharged connections. Taxpayers urged to pay before February to avoid 10 percent penalty. Water revenue and power company income listed, with net profit figures. The narrative then shifts to a vivid description of the Painted Desert and Santa Fe exporatory efforts.
The colored relief committee chaired by R. B. Goosby continues distributing clothing and supplies to flood victims in Bryan Texas. Nearly 1,000 sufferers have been aided at Goosby shop where identity is required for aid and ordering continues. The white committee led by John M. Lawrence is thanked for aid and protection and further assistance is sought as needs persist.
A San Diego piece describes a vast unspoiled region in Northeastern Arizona known as the Painted Desert. The Santa Fe Railroad will cover ten acres at the exposition with a faithful representation of this area and its Indian civilization.
The program lists pieces performed at the Moore Cole wedding including Fantasia Allegro con Fuoco, A Perfect Day attributed to Carrie Jacobs Bond, La Gazelle Andante Elegante, Auld Lang Syne paraphrase, Vocal Solo At Dawning Cadman, Introduction to Third Act Bridal Chorus Lohengrin, Recessional Wedding March from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, with Mrs. Paul Swancoat and Mrs. Robert Webb noted as performers.
Rev. Glenn Flinn of First Methodist reports T. B. Price of Siloam Springs Ark will preach a revival in Bryan starting April 19. Price will be joined by soloist J Dale Stentz and pianist Mrs Stentz, daughter of evangelist George R Stuart, whose visits to Bryan are welcomed.
Charlie Hartsfield Sam Freeman Elmer Bullock and Ernest Thompson hunted with dogs on Mrs Moore's land at Wixon Creek. A large catamount about twenty pounds four and a half feet long was shot behind the foreleg with No 7 shot and finished by the dogs after a one hour chase.
Witnesses describe a crowd engaging in a brutal dog fight that wounded two dogs, then killed a neighboring cat and kept the animals with it until the fight ended. Mr Hartsfield plans to mount and preserve the cat.
November import data show sharp gains from October and year prior, led by beef and cattle. England supplied most fresh beef to New York and Boston, with Canada delivering cattle to Chicago and New York. Wheat and oats imports rose, while potato imports also spiked from the previous year.
The special commission ruled Julian Hawthorne's accusations of mistreatment at Atlanta Federal Penitentiary unfounded. Congress reopened with bills to conserve radium lands, no administration trust bills presented. Senator Ashurst seeks a congressional probe of the Michigan copper strike.
A tally of marriage licenses issued includes Jack Johnson and Adean Brown Ernest K. James and Lila Price Robert Harris and Kirie Hampton Alberry Harris and Minnie Bradley S P Upright and Mrs Stella Henry Henry Collier and Allie Edwards J M Carter and Miss Mattie Post D J Tate and Willie May Williams Johnnie Lewis and Warner Williams John Mosely and Miss Ada Flanagan John Rychlik and Miss Eula Novasad Joseph Jones and Lillian Jarvis.
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