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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1924
Page
2
The Bryan Weekly Eagle lists post office entry at Bryan Texas on April 23 1912 as second class matter and notes Brazos County edition. Subscription rates are 1.50 per year 1.00 for six months and it states association with the Associated Press.
The Eagle editorial praises Col. Todd as new commandant of A. and M. College. It defends student body against unfounded criticisms, notes his strict yet merciful discipline, and recalls his student work and later service as instructor of Military Science and Tactics. The piece predicts a successful administration.
The quote cautions that speaking at the right moments shields rulers from harm. It emphasizes prudent counsel to monarchs, warning that indiscretion or untimely advice can invite peril and mislead leadership.
A Mineral Wells Index editorial argues neighborliness means sacrifice for others and love for fellow human beings. It urges starting with self and family, extending to daily contacts, professions, and the whole community, urging a tolerant spirit toward one’s town and neighbors.
Editorial argues steady weekly advertising yields lasting results, not rare bursts. It likens annual ads to a small one time rain and promotes allocating 1899 ad funds to weekly campaigns, calculating cumulative effect and future payoff.
The speech by Martin W. Littleton, once of Beaumont and now in New York, urged Texans to improve the country they chose by contributing intellect and courage. He called for individuals to think clearly, form conclusions, and share them publicly for the community without fear of challenge.
The column argues for special wide circulation newspaper editions to publicize Brazos county. It notes mutual benefit from increased visibility for locals and merchants, citing past success by The Tagle and The Eagle and urging citizens to support broader editions.
The Eagle urges giving the second generation a chance through better schools more playgrounds and college access. Small donations to loan funds create enduring debts of honor that benefit many generations, with the Eagle pledging cooperation and support.
A newspaper column on New Year resolutions notes many shift last year’s aims forward and fall behind habits. A friend vowed never to smoke drink coffee or use coarse language but later admitted weakening willpower and returning to old habits. The piece argues it’s better to have resolved and erred than not to resolve at all.
The article stresses that every man owes time money and mind to community development. It links lending aid and helping others to living by the Golden Rule and benefiting oneself through service.
The Mineral Wells Chamber O Commerce invites residents to suggest names for a proposed tourist park. The group asks for ideas on a fitting title that reflects local heritage and appeal, aiming to identify a suitable naming choice for the project.
A public notice urges residents to pay poll tax by February 1 to remain eligible to vote. It emphasizes that missing the deadline bars participation and urges prompt compliance.
A proverb notes that avoiding errors robs learning chances and suggests that mistakes offer paths to profit. It frames missteps as essential for growth and opportunity.
The Eagle provides current reporting on local events, politics, and community happenings with quick updates, timely briefs, and responsive coverage aimed at daily readers seeking reliable, on‑the‑scene reporting.
W C Edwards quotes Bryan Eagle on Representative Tom Shires of Mc Lennan county announcing he won’t run again. The column argues Texas legislators are underpaid and a $5 per diem is a relic, urging passage of a living wage while noting many lawmakers sacrifice personal interests for the state.
David Kinley argues that patriotism is a sentiment not a conclusion and calls for teaching newcomers to love the American system, beyond mere knowledge of its laws. He warns against overreliance on organization and urges sharing the moral and spiritual meaning of American life to foster loyalty and better welfare.
A witty quarrel unfolds as a speaker accuses another of misunderstanding. The exchange spirals through nestings of saids and thinks, ending with a furtive apology by tactful avoidance.
A Jewish proverb extols silence as healing for all ailments and a superior service whether one is wise or foolish. The narrator reflects on a life among the wise, finding silence the best aid throughout days and years.
In his talk his sweet words were of heavenly hue but the folks found out it seemed too good to be true as Ex notes.
Instruction to pay poll tax early before February 1 to avoid crowding. Emphasizes duty, state requirement, and link to voting rights for otherwise qualified citizens. Encourages everyone to complete this obligation promptly.
Mr and Mrs Oran Dowling of Wellborn are now in Bryan to reside with Mrs Dowling’s sister Mrs Enoch Holland on east Sw 1st street. Mr Dowling has bought a half interest in the confectionery business with Elmer Reed in this city.
The Tabor Welfare Club held a meeting to re organize and rededicate its aims. Rev King Vivion from the Methodist church presented an educational survey of Tabor life noting tenancy versus ownership and stressing church backed education, roads, and community betterment.
Austin January 12 Associated Press. Lon A Smith Texas state comptroller rules that persons who reach age 21 between February 1 1923 and February 1 1924 may vote without an exemption certificate unless residing in cities of 5000 population. The ruling interprets an act from the Thirty eighth legislature second called session.
Young women from Brazos Tarrant Brown and Dallas counties win annual scholarships from the State Fair tied to A and M College Extension Service farm club work. Recipients Beard Jones Francis Fyke must now select colleges and notify Miss Higgin s.
County Superintendent D. J. McDonald urges strict adherence to the law requiring children aged seven to fourteen within two and a half miles of a school to attend at least 100 days a year. He notes recent bad weather slowed enforcement but says the office acts promptly on truancy reports, though teachers should use discretion if enforcement is questionable.
Ernest Washington, a Black man, was tried before Justice J. W. Hamilton and a jury on a disturbance charge Friday afternoon. The jury acquitted him, with testimony alleging blasphemous language toward other Black individuals near a pasture about five miles from town.
E F Parks leaves Bryan on the noon train for a three week buying trip to markets in Dallas Fort Worth Chicago Grand Rapids and other northern and eastern points. He plans to purchase fine furniture and goods for E F Parks Co. and promises local customers access to the same selections at comparable prices.
Mr and Mrs B M Lewis and their family plan to move Monday to Elgin where Mr Lewis will work in a jewelry store. Bryan residents regret losing the estimable couple but wish them success and happiness in their new home.
A bold notice promotes an Eagle as the quick remedy for colds and la grippe, promising swift relief. The terse ad emphasizes speed and effectiveness, urging readers to seek the eagle remedy for health issues.
A Woman wrote The Candy News from Minnetonka on December 10. The item outlines local sweets stores, holiday treats, and gifting ideas. The column notes seasonal prices and shopper tips for families.
Editorial reminiscence on the pressures of publishing with readers advertisers and frantic errors. The author notes how editors face grievances from those implicated in stories and how misread names rural items misplacements and misprints spark complaints.
Miss Juliette Castles of Bryan honored by Miss Frances Mayfield at a prettily appointed Thursday bridge party. Narcissi and pink rosebuds set a spring tone. prizes were French toilet/trifles and an incense burner memento. Attendants included Mrs. Malcolm Reed Jr and many society girls.
M. P. Hallowell and his wife from Bucyrus Ohio arrived in Bryan to consider making the Brazos Valley home He argues lack of northern state advertising keeps settlers away and urges targeted literature to attract families who can invest buy property and help growth C R Wiebhold plans to follow from Columbus Ohio if prospects prove promising.
Daisy Rose pleaded guilty before Justice J. W. Hamilton and paid a total of 17.65 dollars including a five dollar fine for engaging in a fight.
A colonial ad segment urges readers to procure 666 for malarial fever and invites perusal of all Eagle¢ advertisements, signaling a broad, period promotional push.
Chinese soldiers of the First Division fired on American men Flavian Mullen and Arthur Benson at a Passionist Mission school in Supu Hunan. The soldiers looted and wrecked the school while claiming orders to drive out foreign devils. Mullen and Benson escaped injury.
Mrs J M Reed and her son Elmer Reed returned from a Normangee business trip by car and spent over two hours stuck in mud in the Navasota river bottom. They were pulled free with poles after mud holes were partly filled with leaves and moss. A lost messenger notes bay or brown mules weighing 900 and 950 pounds with a ten dollar reward offered by E L Leonard of Madisonville Texas.
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