Town Spirit Promotes Local Newspaper Mission
Editor Alford appeals to Granger and Williamson county readers urging support for the Granger News. He emphasizes decades of dedication, a commitment to service, fair reporting, and free notices for churches schools lodges and societies while warning against overreliance on billboards and ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alford
The
Granger News
the News
Granger
Williamson County
Citzens
Death of former Governor L. Sul Ross in College Station
Dr. Frank Ross of Waco recounted the death of his father former Governor L. Sul Ross. In a final moment he awoke from a stupor, told Dr. Fountain he felt like a new man, then died as his dogs in the yard began howling in mourning.
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Houston Post
Frank Ross
Waco
L. Sul Ross
College Station
H. L. Fountain
Ross
Plant Pecan Trees Across Town
City officials urge property owners to plant pecan trees along sidewalks this season. The note says trees enhance beauty and usefulness to pedestrians, and endorses the suggestion for broad adoption by all property owners.
Four Ingredients to Success Inspires Perspiration
A quotation attributes success to inspiration aspiration desperation and perspiration with perspiration named as the greatest. The line elevates hard work and grit as the key driver of achievement.
Drilling to Resume at Conatello Oil Well Near Bryan
Oil drillers will resume at the Conatello Well No 1 four miles northwest of Bryan between January 20 and February 1 to reach 3500 feet or until oil is struck in paying quantities. F K Sheldon, field manager, reports casing will be on site by then to test a 1400 foot showing and proceed to full depth if oil is not found earlier. Saunders cites progress after visiting Central Texas fields and notes a Powell well near Corsicana produced about 700 barrels daily amid several dry holes. pit reservoirs are in place and steel tanks are being erected.
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Conatello
Bryan
O. E. Saunders
Eagle
Saunders
Texas
Mexia
Powell
Christmas Cheer Aids 62 Families In Brazos County
The Bryan and Brazos County Good Cheer Association reports aid from the Christmas season including groceries wood clothing apples and oranges to 62 families and 204 persons. Mrs OTseek is president responsibile for the count and Mrs Brock and helpers are praised for the effort.
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Bryan and Brazos County
Otseek
Brock
Ballard's Snow Liniment Offers Quick Joint Pain Relief
Relieves aching joints rheumatic pains and neuralgia with a rubbing application. A powerful penetrating remedy available in three sizes 30c 60c and 1.20 per bottle. Sold by all druggists.
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Ballard
James W Sloan Named Postmaster at Navasota
Washington January 11 Texas postoffice nominations announced name James W Sloan for Navasota.
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James W. Sloan
Navasot
Washington, D. C
Texas Postoffice
Postoffice Department
Navasota
Mr Hearne Visits Bryan Family Weekend
R. L. Hearne of Rosse spent the weekend in Bryan with his family. He had earlier told friends he would be away about a year, but now doubts he will leave for that long. The town of Bryan remains a good place to return to.
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MR. Hearne
R. L. Hearne
Rosse
Bryan
Texas Needs Real Coach
By Jink Tucker the column argues Texas A and M lacks a real coach while Bible and Bridges stay in place at Taylor and the Austin institution holds material advantages. the piece contends conference championships are out of reach without a qualified football coach.
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Jink Tucker
Bible
Bridges
Taylor
Texas
Austin
Flood control and reclamation bill filed in Texas legislature
The Brazos River Reclamation Association and Colorado River Flood Control Association push a bill introduced by Rep. Lee J. Rountree and Sen. T. J. Halbrook in the 38th Legislature. It seeks topographic and hydrographic surveys, plus annual appropriations totaling 300000 for two years to the State Board of Water Engineers and State Reclamation Engineer, to advance flood control and reclamation development. The act would suspend the three-day rule and take effect upon passage.
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Austin
Texas
Brazos River Reclamation Association
Colorado River Flood Control Association
Texas Conservation Committee
Lee J. Rountree
Brazos County
T. J. Halbrook
Galveston
State Board of Water Engineers
Board of Water Engineers
Texas Legislature Forms Call for Constitutional Convention
A 1923 Texas joint resolution outlines calling a constitutional convention in Austin to draft a new state constitution. It sets delegate structure, election steps, precinct to district processes, and dates from May to July 1923 for selection and a July vote. It details district and at large delegate eligibility and voting rules.
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Austin
Texas
Rountree
Brazos
Quaid
el Paso
State of
Capitol
United State
Secretary of State
Quaid of El Paso Named Texas House Appropriation Chairman
Special to the Eagle. Rep John E Quaid of El Paso county becomes chairman of the Texas House Appropriation Committee, overseeing about 40 million dollars for courts schools colleges and state departments. He visited Bryan during 1921 Thanksgiving events and the Aggie Longhorn game, hosted by Mr and Mrs Lee J Rountree, and by Dr and Mrs B Youngblood. He is a University of Texas alumnus and supports education including A and M College. he plans future visits to Bryan and College Station.
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Austin
Texas
John E. Quaid
el Paso
Texas House
Quaid
New Mexico
Arizona
Bryan
Lee J. Rountree
B. Youngblood
College
Education
M. College
Bryan Friendslearn of McClendon Family Success Abroad
News from Bryan notes Mrs Ella True McClendon of New York City has grandchildren thriving. Louise McClendon won a Paris scholarship from New York School of Fine Arts. Charles McClendon works for the New York Sun. John McClendon serves as gunner on a U S Navy destroyer in San Diego.
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Bryan
A. D. True
Ella True McClendon
New York City
Fannie I. Garth
Willie Roger
McClendon
Louise McClendon
Paris
France
New York School of Fine Arts
Italy
Charles McClendon
Severa
New York Sun
the Sun
Peking
China
John McClendon
U. S. Navy
U. S
San Diego
California
Rodman Boy Admits Theft of Clothing
B H Rodman faced an examining trial Saturday at two at the court house before Justice J W Hamilton. The boy admitted stealing clothing from Mrs Claude Griffin’s home and the Boy Scout Home on College Boulevard, while denying his father’s knowledge of the theft. The father, Rodman senior, was bound over to district court on 200 bond and released upon payment. the son was released on his own recognizance as his case goes to juvenile court.
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B. H. Rodman
Court House
Justice of the Peace
J. W. Hamilton
Anniversary Day Forty One Years Since Marriage
Forty one years ago today Mr. and Mrs. W. T. James were married in Bryan. Mrs. James was formerly Miss Bettie Harris. The couple are receiving the congratulations and good wishes of friends.
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W. T. James
Bryan
James
Bettie Harris
Mrs. James
White's Cream Vermifuge Promises Safe Worm Removal
To drive out worms that weaken a child the ad touts White's Cream Vermifuge as expelling worms without harming the child. It notes price and availability at all druggists.
Texas Constitutional Convention Election Provisions
The text outlines ballot form and voting options for a constitutional convention in Texas. It specifies a joint resolution from 1928 authorizing a convention, how to vote for or against, and gubernatorial proclamation and vacancy rules for delegates.
Parks for Bryan Add Civic Beauty
Miss Willie Rogers and local citizens plan a 25 by 50 foot beauty plot at Main and 28th streets. Elm trees shrubs and flowers funded by donors. city cooperation urged to clear the adjacent block for a larger park area. Bryan aims for civic cleanliness and beauty with the slogan Bryan is getting better better every day in every way.
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Willie Rogers
Bryan
Main
28Th Streets
J. Webb Howell
Bryan Nursery and Floral Company
D. L. Wilson
Chambers-Wilson Motor Co
Howell
Bryan Nursery and Floral Co
Wilson
Miss Rogers
H. and
T. C
28Th Street
Welborn Happenings Report Local Happenings and Arrivals
In Welborn Texas on January 13 the community notes the new year brings better spiritual and financial aims. Visitors include Mr. and Mrs. G Umland from Bryan and Mrs. D L Buchanan from Silverton. The Home Demonstration Club met with a profitable session led by Miss Laura Belle Roten.
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Welborn
Texas
A. Hensarling
J. L. Hensarling
W. A. Eidson
Laura Belle Roten
D. Buckhalter
Douglas Boyder
Fort Worth
Dee
Vance
Bedias
Jerelle Baker
Fire alarm at East 27th Street home after oil stove explosion
The fire department was dispatched Thursday around 5 PM to Mrs. B. F. Lemon’s residence on East 27th Street. An oil stove in Mrs. H. N. Maulsby’s apartment exploded, causing no structural damage but demolishing the stove.
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B. F. Lemon
East 27Th Street
H. N. Maulsby
Week of Prayer Nears Closing at First Presbyterian
The week of prayer led by Rev. William N. Shell ends with tonight's 7 30 service at First Presbyterian Church. Members report strong fellowship and a shared Christ spirit goal guiding the observance.
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First Presbyterian Church
Wm. N. Shell
Charls Pipkin of Bryan Appointed Night Watchman
Special to the Eagle reports Charles Pipkin of Bryan, a State University student, was named night watchman on recommendation of Representative Rountree. The role allows him to continue studies while performing the job. An advertisement for Herbine follows.
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Eagle
Austin
Texas
Rountree
Brazos County
Chan
Pipkin
Bryan
State University
Richard &. Seegle
Charles
Three Texas constitutional convention plans outlined
The Associated Press reports three constitutional convention options for Texas. Doyle proposes an August 15 member body. Rountree Quaid seek a September meet with 108 delegates. Hendricks Moore offer a voter decision on amendments with a future convention to draft changes. Governor Neff supports a convention in principle.
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Associated Press
Austin
Texas
House
Rountree
Bryan
Quaido el Paso
Senate
Doyle
Teague
Joe M. Moore
Homer Hendricks
Ellis County
Quaid
Hendricks-Moore
Herbal remedy for biliousness and indigestion
Herbine corrects biliousness indigestion and constipation. It is a fine herbal medicine that drives out impurities and restores healthy condition to the system. Price 60c sold by all druggists. Adv.
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Adv
T R Batte Died At Galveston Hospital
News of the death of Mr. T. R. Batte came from Galveston where he died after a serious operation at John Seeley Hospital. He was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church in Bryan. Funeral services will be held Friday at 3 p.m. from the church.
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T. R. Batte
John Seeley Hospital
Galveston
Bryan
Osutal
First Baptist Church
Franklin-Webster Club organized for thirty-eighth Texas Legislature
The Franklin-Webster Luncheon Club formed in Austin with senators and representatives who are or were news men or printers. Frank M. Cowan was elected chairman F B Russell secretary H E Faubion treasurer. Luncheons set for Wednesdays. Officers and several representatives attended.
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Austin
Texas
Frank M. Cowan
Houston
F. B. Russell
Groveton
H. E. Faubion
Marble Falls
Lynch Davidson
Ridgeway
San Antonio
Pinkston
Center Champion
Daily News
E. L. Covey
The
Goree Advocate
W. C. Edwards
Denton Record Chronicle
O. L. Baker
Free Lance
DeWitt Lamb
Mexia
O. B. Baker
Gause
Lee J. Rountree
Bryan
J. M. Moeere
Morning Herald
Greenville
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Week OF Prayer
Chas. Pipkin
American Tobacco CO
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Galveston Hospital
Franklin-Webster Club
Jess Cook
Seth
Bill Planie
Avery
Bill
Comparis
Cole Hardware CO
Bryan, Texas
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