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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
6
Three gunmen robbed the First National Bank of Terrion Oklahoma yesterday taking about $3,000 and killing Deputy Sheriff Robert Moore. Two were captured in Pawnee and jailed, the third escaped. Most of the money was recovered. Berber Oklahoma saw another bank safe blown for $7,500 and a pursuit by posses continues.
Lieutenant D B Netherwood a 1908 mechanical engineering graduate visits the A and M class, now in the United States Army Aviation Corps. He delivered a lecture on color photography to the student body. He is stationed in Los Angeles California. His brother J S Netherwood of the 1911 class works for the Southern Pacific Railway in Houston.
A collage of humorous lines and quips from several newspapers. The snippets feature remarks on plain folks, stage life, a Belgian dyke joke, a knitting call, and witty exchanges about chauffeurs, family life, and housing habits.
Dr Fraps of A and M answers the fertilizing value of cold pressed cottonseed meal. He states the cake contains about 1.25 percent phosphoric acid and 1.25 percent potash and 4 percent nitrogen, valuing it at 19 dollars per ton. In contrast cottonseed yields 3.13 percent nitrogen, 1.27 percent phosphoric acid, and 1.17 percent potash, valuing at 14.96 dollars per ton.
Texas growers are urged to obtain Bulletin 167 and 168 from the state experiment station. Bulletin 167 discusses fertilizer nature, preparation, valuable constituents, and home mixing. It covers crops including corn cotton potatoes and onions.
Bulletin 168 analyzes all brands of fertilizers made in 1914 and lists Texas manufacturers and products offered for sale. It is available free by request from the director of the experiment station at College Station, Texas.
The county began removing the old jail cells today with crew led by Guy Parker. Officials plan to roll the cells to the convict farm without dismantling if feasible. A proposed sale of four cells to Robertson County failed due to high railroad transportation costs.
Notice from W. I. McCuleloch tax collector warns that January 30 is the last day to pay taxes without a 10 percent penalty. He appeals to business people and residents to settle now to save time and improve service, noting poor roads and favorable weather windows.
The three Bryan banks held annual meetings to elect directors and officers for the coming year. Bank results list directors including J. W. Howell and H. O. Boatwright with officers named for City National and two additional banks, detailing president, vice presidents, cashier and assistants.
The Associated Press reports that cotton exports in December reached nearly 1.25 million bales, indicating a return to near normal export activity after prior fluctuations. The December total marks a rebound in shipments from U.S. ports, reflecting ongoing trade demand and market conditions.
The editor praises a new potato variety named Bermuda Reds introduced by Ben Foster of Steep Hollow. He notes large smooth tubers with slight pinkish color and high productivity, citing a hill yielding 12% pounds and only about three bushels of seed-quality potatoes per hundred bushels. Foster endorses their flesh as high quality.
Galveston Texas January 15 H Micaelis of New York first officer of the steamer El Valle fell overboard and was drowned at sea at 4 o'clock yesterday morning.
Governor O B Colquitt's closing message to the Thirty fourth Legislature calls for friendly aid and outlines reforms. He backs a Texas bank, education expansion, good roads, civil service, longer terms, and adjustments to liquor regulation and insurance laws. He notes fiscal improvements and praise for paroling on honor and reform efforts.
Unemployed in New York City estimated at 500000. Australian wool demand rises since the war began. Fort Worth carpenters win wage increase to 620 cents per hour. Over 1,000,000 acres in Oregon offered for 320 acre homesteads. Boston judge delays contempt case against Lawrence strike leaders over fund reports. Majestic Manufacturing of St Louis donates 5000 for dependents relief. Pacific coast labor federation forms with 25000 members. Minneapolis employers insurance plan covers 250 staff for a year. Cleveland garment workers plan a Grays Armory pageant and masquerade ball to underscore the union campaign.
The Wellborn basketball squad beat Dowling 9 to 7 marking their second win over Dowling. Carll's sister visits this week and local visitors include Mrs. A. W. Boyder Mr. Hensarling and Mrs. Minnie Foster. A girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Goree Neeley. Mrs. Will Battle visits her parents. The Messenger photo from last year's teacher is noted. Mr Trussel now serves as Wise County superintendent.
Fire destroyed the Park Hotel in Temple Texas at 4 this morning injuring several people including women and children. Ke C Crews was severely burned and taken to the hospital where physicians said he could not survive.
Rome reports fifty thousand killed and wounded as the quake devastates sixteen towns and leaves twenty three more partially destroyed. The disaster is anticipated to exceed the Mes sinian quake as one of the era's worst.
Rome reports an earthquake sweeping from Rome to Naples across a wide belt about 300 miles long. Official figures from Avezzano place dead at 15,000 in that area, with 1,00 dead in Rome suburbs. Snow and cold worsened relief as several towns along the belt were partly destroyed.
Rome reports a carriage driver who witnessed the destruction of Avezzano after leaving the town hearing a roaring noise and seeing a dust cloud and shrieking voices. He could not return due to wreckage. A derailed railroad train near Aquila was found today.
Texas hog raisers would gain if the Thirty fourth Legislature appropriates 25000 for hog cholera serum production and distribution. Swine Breeders Association says last year’s serum saved breeders at least 100000. U.S. losses run about 6000000 annually, Texas about 500000. Funds cover equipment salaries and operation including a 15000 building. budget notes 6960 for six staff and 3040 for operating costs. Dr. W B Bizzell condemns Texas lag in protecting hog interests.
Dr Marstellar notes Texas ranks third in hog production and cites ward serum funds as inadequate. Since starting, 50 000 doses have been distributed and savings to hog raisers estimated at 500000 dollars, alongside efforts to prevent disease spread and outbreaks.
The West Side sixth grade taught by Mr. Bethany shows all pupils passing the December exams with strong geography scores. Second grade under Miss Morgan lists 90 plus averages, while fourth grade under Mrs. Estill notes multiple perfect arithmetic marks. The board notes good conditions and quotes educators on curriculum changes toward domestic science and practical trades. Lois Pipkin heads the 1915 graduating class with notable achievements at Bryan High School.
The ginning census by Ed Derden shows Brazos County had 20 847 bales ginned before January 1. Last year at the same date 96 787 bales were ginned, a decrease of 6 440 bales.
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