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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1920
Page
4
The piece argues that farmers prosper with labor-saving machinery and fair crop prices, but long term growth depends on railroads expanding capital and facilities. It warns that high rates ensure returns and prevent congestion, while poor service harms costs and national wealth.
San Antonio January 13 The government report says a large ammunition shipment arrived at Manzanillo Mex on December 24 and was accompanied by the Japanese cruiser Yakuma The senate sub committee will investigate the Mexican situation and Republicans react strongly to presidential policy changes.
A Georgia family recounts long using Thedford's Black Draught for headaches from constipation malaria and liver troubles. They credit it with keeping them out of bed saving bills and aiding recovery, noting its value for stomach liver and bowel discomfort.
Kansas City reports the illness in Kansas and Oklahoma with efforts to locate cases. Topeka lists two hundred cases and Muskogee three hundred, while Skintook, Okla has four deaths. Authorities seek to identify the disease and halt its spread.
Fort Worth news reports President W. W. Turney and the Texas Cattle Raisers association executive committee met to finalize the program for the annual convention in Houston set for March 16 to 18.
Houston Jan 13 The annual convention of the Texas Warehouse and Transfer Men's association for January 17 has been moved to January 23 to avoid conflict with the central association convention in Kansas City Missouri.
Tax Collector Waddell reports 1,500 poll taxes paid in Fort Bend County. Only twelve are by women. Interest is light now, but a rush is expected in the final two weeks.
An old advertisement claims Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic cures worms in children by improving blood and digestion. It asserts healthy color returns and stomach disturbances diminish after two to three weeks, with a general tonic effect and safe use for 60 cents per bottle.
Washington January 13 Appointment of a seven teen member committee to arrange for the Democratic National convention at San Francisco on June 28 was announced by chairman Cummings. It marks the first time women will participate in preliminary preparations for the presidential nominating convention. The first meeting will be held in San Francisco within sixty days.
Ex servicemen plan a Bryan Brazos county push to form a local post. Three registration booths will operate until January 30 inviting soldiers sailors and marines to enroll and pay 50 cents for a year of Legionnaire membership. A first meeting at Carnegie Library will follow at 8 pm January 30 to organize and apply for a charter.
S W Bissing returned from a southwest Texas and border tour representing A and M college on the pink boll worm commission. The panel held hearings at Liberty Houston Eagle Pass and Marfa to decide non cotton zone status for infected districts. Recommendations go to Commissioner Fred W Davis with final proclamations from Governor Hobby. Cotton is banned within five miles of known worm activity in non cotton zones.
Paris reports Japan has decided to withdraw its warships from Fuchow China after maltreatment of Japanese subjects. The move follows a note from the Japanese delegation to the peace conference. The item closes noting a foreign fact about whale movement unrelated to the main report.
Advertises a cure for piles with a money refund if AZO OINTMENT relieves symptoms or if protruding hemorrhoids bend and a restful sleep is promised after a first price.
Mexico City reports three persons alleged to be involved in the killings of American oil men Earle Bowles and F. J. Rooney in the Tampico oil region have been arrested. Additional suspects are said to be located and will be arrested soon as the American consul praises federal efforts to punish the offenders.
Austin reports 831,000 autos registered in 1919, a 30 percent rise from 1918, the highest percentage increase of any state. About 70,000 vehicles were bought in 1919, with Texas absorbing nearly one twentieth of US production. 1920 output projected at 2,650,000, Texas expected about 132,500 new cars and registrations near 450,000. Total 1919 counts include 330,115 registrations and 67,101 transfers with 25,522 chauffeurs licenses, 3,874 motorcycles, and 3,270 dealers licenses.
In the year ending, 109 Texas counties issued road bonds totaling 79,982,000 dollars. Dallas County led with 6.5 million, Eastland 4.5 million, Stephens 3.5 million, and Tarrant 3.45 million. Some bonds await attorney general approval or market conditions.
Cleveland group adopts a unanimous resolution condemning Jack Dempsey’s war record while praising Charles Carpentier’s service to France. The resolution lauds Carpentier’s wartime contributions and criticizes Dempsey’s record.
J M Gaylord assistant chief commissioner of Washington told agents in the Midwest that a six year period is needed to enforce prohibition. He warned agents to expect a long campaign and that the revenue bureau projects the nation could become a desert by then.
A cable from Chefoo China reports the death of Dr. Hunter Corbett aged 84. He was a longtime moderator of the Presbyterian church in the United States in 1906 and served as a missionary in China for fifty seven years.
An old ad claims Pape's Cold Compound relieves a severe cold after doses every two hours, easing nasal congestion headache fever sneezing and stiffness. It promises instant relief without quinine and urges insisting on the Pape's brand at drug stores.
An item claims to restore vitality by purifying and enriching the blood. It promises sooner feelings of strength and invigoration once taken, highlighting a tonic health effect.
Annual meetings of Bryan banks names directors for 1920 and elects officers and staff. First National Bank reports strong 1919 results with bright outlook for 1920. Directors include Boatwright Howell and Bryan Jr. Officers named: Boatwright president, Howell chair, Bryan vice president. First State Bank & Trust Co and City National Bank also elect directors and set officers.
A comprehensive survey will be conducted in January 1920 to collect 29 facts about each person and 473 facts about each farm. The data will cover farm operations, equipment, livestock, crops, marketing, and personal details of operators including age, education, birthplace, language, immigration status, and employment.
Advertises America's largest school of bookkeeping shorthand telegraphy cotton classing and business finance with 3400 enrollments last year. Welcomes students from 39 states and 7 foreign countries and invites mail requests for a free catalogue including name and address.
Groomed by the day’s entries, Morgan Cross from Steep Hollow and J Harris from the Harris school neighborhood visited Bryan. Alexander’s W Stallings and Kurten’s J Sheppard joined business and social calls, with tax collectors and law officials also moving through town.
Ad copy touts LAXA TIVE BROMO QUINE as superior to ordinary quinine for tonic and laxative benefits. Claims avoid nervousness and head ringing. Endorsed by E. W. Grove for signature use.
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