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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1925
Page
2
The Bryan Weekly Eagle city notice lists Mrs Lee J Rountree as Managing Editor with publication details recorded at Bryan Texas on April 22 1912 under the acts of Congress.
Dr. F A Buechel of Texas A and M urges tenancy is vital to agricultural growth and eventual land ownership. He says contracts between owners and tenants must improve and that capable tenants can become farm managers, though some are shiftless and must leave.
The Palestine Herald announces its recent construction of a new home and addition of equipment. It calls the improvements a challenge to the business elements of Palestine and to a bigger newspaper serving the town. It urges patronage to reflect the community’s industrie.
The Mexia Daily News states a newspaper is more than ads and reading matter it is a community institution reflecting the town. It urges editors to have vision judgment and progress and to uncover impediments and foster public sentiment for progress.
Governor appointee T Watt Gregory, now in Houston, recalls early Texas settlers as educated gentlemen rather than mere adventurers. He argues that the signatures on the Declaration of Independence show leaders versed in science and literature who endured hardships and deserve honor.
Advertising has influenced consumer choices using brands like Victrola Castoria Rubberset Sozodont Pebecco Pep and Gillette. It promotes products from teeth care to fashion items and clothing, with various brands shaping daily purchases across time.
Motivational credo by Elbert Hubbard advocating self reliance and honest work. Emphasizes perseverance, improving today to aid tomorrow, and positive traits like courtesy kindness generosity and competitive spirit. Expresses belief in opportunity for every ready person and personal responsibility for success.
The Christian Commonwealth promotes a weekly farming letter by S. G. Hoyle of the Experiment Farm at A and M College. It argues that book farming offers profitable lessons from Texas experts on successful farming and stock raising.
A local note urges citizens to pay poll tax before the April city election. It also reports a Brazos county poultry raiser shipping thirty dozen yard eggs to Harrisburg at one dollar per dozen, while Bryan and Brazos county residents debate profitability of poultry farming.
A young resident of Mineral Wells asks whether Ma Ferguson’s official cabinet resembled a kitchen cabinet, signaling curiosity about official meetings and political structure. The remark reflects local interest in state leadership during Ferguson’s tenure.
A brief item notes the term petticoat lob by is outdated antiquated language, prompting readers to avoid the misnomer and recognize its long-ago disuse.
County Health Nurse Miss Elizabeth Curtis sponsors a free Well Baby Clinic for babies up to six years. The clinic, held at the county nurse's office in Bryan on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays from 2 to 4 PM starting January 22, provides weight checks, measurements, and diet guidance with defects reported to parents for referral to physicians.
Only two of Governor Neff recess appointments to the Texas University Board of Regents were confirmed by the Senate. Tucker Royall of Palestine and R. G. Storey of Dallas were approved. several others including Charles E. Marsh W. S. Whaley and Dr. Joe Wooten were not. The confirmations cover multiple boards and commissions across the state, detailing appointees to the University of Texas A and M College San Marcos and many state agencies and professional boards.
The Texas A and M Aggies defeated Austin College 26 to 5 in a non-conference game at College Station. Neither side clicked early as ten minutes passed scoreless before Tucker propelled the Aggies into a lopsided finish with steady scoring by Duckett Damon and Dansby.
W H McVey aged 67 years 6 months 22 days of Wellborn died Sunday morning after a short illness. Funeral held Monday at 3 pm at the residence conducted by Rev J J Pipkin. Burial in Minter Springs Cemetery with McCulloch Gordon Co undertakers in charge. Survived by widow three sons Jas MeVey Houston Virgil MeVey Houston S S MeVey San Diego Calif and three daughters Mrs C W Thomas Houston Mrs M G Kelley Victoria and Mrs Howell Gandy Hearne.
College Station January 20 The Texas Aggies forecast a tough home stand against Oklahoma with Maulbetsch leading a veteran lineup as Rice and Houston road trips behind them The Farmers face a rested Oklahoma squad after cross state travel and climate shifts while WTAW will carry the 7 40 p m games Friday and Saturday in College Station Described as a vital Southwestern Conference contest the Aggies seek a strong finish to win the title.
Miss Laura Belle Roten home demonstration agent met with Kurten club girls on Thursday. Twenty two girls attended and worked in three classes as the 1925 program began. Sewing class produced bags aprons gowns while neatness and skill were stressed in home sewing.
The Bryan Fire Department re elected C. E. Jenkins as chief A. K. Brown as assistant chief and Tom G. Jenkins as secretary. Brown won the 1924 best attendance badge. A 1925 contest continues. Delegates to the State Association were named and plans were set to host the 50th State Firemen’s Association meeting in 1926.
John T Leathers aged 76 died Sunday night at his daughter S H Seales Benchley home after long illness. Funeral held Monday at 3 pm at Alexander church with Rev H H House officiating. Burial in Alexander cemetery. Survived by three daughters S H Seale of Benchley T Elliott of Edge and F M Wallace of Cleveland. Born in Tennessee he moved to Texas as a youth and was a prosperous Edge area farmer in Brazos County.
The Cantavespe combined store and residence burned at about 8 am, causing an estimated loss of 10 000 dollars. The stock valued at 6500 dollars with 3250 insured. the residence furniture valued around 600 with 150 saved. Firefighters prevented spread to nearby buildings and earned praise for 100 percent dispatch.
Bryan representatives J. D. Martin president and Dan Scoates secretary of College Station left for Dallas to attend the twenty seventh annual Texas Hardware and Implement Association gathering. The meeting opens January 20 at 10 a.m. at the Adolphus Hotel and runs through Wednesday.
A reflection on Bryan volunteers highlighting that volunteer firemen are unpaid, not drafted or elected, and must be intelligent brave and self sacrificing. It argues communities owe them better equipment and lasting appreciation for the dangers and duties they undertake.
Hearne will send three representatives to the conference on the Edwards estate valued at 75 million dollars. Mrs. W. C. Bishop Mrs. W. B. Kinner and Miss Lillian Kirksey claim through their grandmother Sarah Edward Kirksey sister of Frances Wickliffe Edwards Roberts wife of Ex Governor Oran M. Roberts and a descendant of Robert Edwards who owned blocks in New York City and leased them for ninety nine years.
Mrs Melia Endler wife of Philip Endler died at the family home in Kurten late Saturday night after a short illness Funeral services were held Monday at 10 from the family home conducted by Rev J J Kasiskie Burial was in Kurten cemetery McCulloch Gordon Co in charge Survived by her husband two sons Hugo and Henry Endler two daughters Mrs Henry Sesultz and Miss Gussie Endler two sisters Mrs Antone Crone of North Zulch and Mrs Theodore Hinze and three brothers August Hahn Otto Hahn both of Kurten and Ed I Hahn of Marlin
Two electrically operated signal gangs are placed on Main Street at Smith Drug Store and J. Groginsky corner to summon officers for residents. The chief operator at the telephone office will direct the calls, connecting officers with those requesting help to speed police service.
TO GRAIN AND HAY BUYERS We have maize and kafir heads, corn, oats, hay, meal, hulls, all kinds feed carrots. Ask for prices delivered. H. H. WATSON CO., Dallas, Tex.
W S Dixon of Hereford visits Brazos County to see old friends in Bryan and Wellborn. He traveled with Mrs Dixon and son O H Dixon and wife, plans to pass through Galveston but rain altered plans. Dixon's Castro County farming operation spans 36 000 acres with wheat output of 11 000 bushels last year. He formerly wrote for the Eagle and will resume writing for the Eagle staff.
Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Looney and their children of Branchville travel to Bryan to attend the funeral of their friend Mrs. E. E. McAdams scheduled for tomorrow afternoon at three o clock.
An item from The Jagle Printing Company announces job printing services and provides a contact phone number 36 for orders. The notice highlights available printing options and invites customers to inquire.
An old advertisement urges working people to use Herbine when feeling languid or blue due to liver issues. It claims the medicine purifies the system and restores health and ambition. Priced 60 cents, sold by Jenkins' Drug Store.
Mrs George S Hunter of Columbus Georgia writes of severe side pains lasting thirteen months after marriage. She nearly died, lost weight from 126 to under 100 pounds, and then improved after taking Cardus Cardui. She gained weight and regained health, urging others to try Cardui.
An Atlanta produced laxative called Pepsinated Calomel is advertised as a mild non sickening remedy that breaks colds overnight. It promises cleansing the system, improving appetite, purifying blood, and easing headaches and stomach and bowel issues. Sold by M. H. James Drug Co.
The advertisement cites paleness fretfulness loss of appetite and sudden starts as worm symptoms. It promotes White's Cream Vermifuge as the quick remedy saying a few doses drive out worms and restore health. The product is claimed to have fifty years of successful use and is offered for sale at a price.
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