Bryan Fire Loss Records May Trim City Insurance Rates
Fire insurance premiums for Bryan property holders are expected to drop about 3 percent after a three year loss record. A 1928 report notes total losses of 255 133 38 dollars on 304 639 77 dollars in premiums with 1926 1927 details and cotton warehouse fire impact. City officials plan more fire prevention in schools and better city wide inspections.
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Bryan Weekly
EAGLE
Bryan
City
State Insurance Commission
J. Bryan Miller
F. L. Henderson
Austin
George A. Adams
Chamber of Commerce Fire Prevention Committee
Adams
Bryan City Opposes State Utility Control Law
Bryan's city commission rails against a proposed state law to regulate public utilities. They argue municipal ownership yields best service at lowest cost to taxpayers and warns the bill could curb public control or force privatization, calling for citizen support.
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Bryan
City Commission
Concrete road plan links A and M College via College Avenue
Bryan and Brazos county push for a concrete road to connect to Texas A and M College. The state highway commission seeks 100 foot right of way and plans to use College Avenue as the main route if local property holders sign waivers. If waivers are not secured soon, another route will be chosen and those along College Avenue may face loss.
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Bryan
Brazos County
M. College
State Highway Commission
R. S. Sterling
College Avenue
City commission urged bus terminal for Bryan riders
The Bryan city commission backs a plan requiring bus companies operating between Bryan and other Texas cities to establish a terminal with a waiting room and conveniences. Proponents say routing buses through Bryan serves public convenience and ends sidewalk use, urging completion and enforcement.
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City Commission
Bryfem
Texas
Esa Station
Th Ie
Bryan
Bryan urged to back airport plan amid aviation push
Texas towns push airports and air service while Bryan remains aloof on the proposed airport. Chambers of Commerce in Many towns urge action by the city commission. The piece questions when Bryan will awaken to aviation needs alongside good roads.
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Texas
Bryan
Chambers of Commerce
Bryan bankers urged to aid milk products project
Bryan banks are asked to support a Braz i 5 county milk products plan by lending funds to farmers for purchasing registered dairy cattle. Bankers are urged to assist farmers to help themselves, arguing the move will promote prosperity and sound business.
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Bryan Banks
Brazi
Ers
Bryan
Organization Advocates Light Beer and Medicine Access
A citizen group formed to obtain light beer and pure medicine amid government enforcement of the 18th Amendment. It promotes self confidence and challenges bootlegger dominance.
Grimes County Funds Bridge Share for Navasota Crossing
Grimes county has secured the funding for its portion of the proposed concrete bridge across the Navasota River. Brazos county commissioners are reportedly unaware of the project or have not heard of it.
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Grimes County
Navasota
Brazos County
Prospect School Progress Lines Highlight Community Meeting Plans
Prospect School district 20 board members J. W. Beal E. J. Beard A. H. Keller Joe Corrobbo Ben Lampe and Horace Tullons announce improvements for children including Pictured Knowledge ten volume encyclopedia new primary equipment health care dental vision support and a portable Victrola. An entry area drainage improvement by Beal Wilson Corrobbo Lampe Griz zoff enhances access after heavy rains and a Washington program is set for February 22 local fundraising funded the Victrola purchase.
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Prospect School
J. W. Beal
E. J. Beard
A. H. Keller
Joe Corrobbo
Ben Lampe
Horace Tullons
Washington
Ella Bandelin
Jess Wilson
Angelo Grizzoff
Mercury Week Temperature Snapshot in Bryan
Temperatures in Bryan ranged from a high of 71 degrees to a low of 41 with the lowest fall occurring Friday. The week logged .9 inches of rainfall with Tuesday Frid ay and Sunday also recording measurable amounts.
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Bryan
Baptist Ministers Attend Dallas Meet
Rev. R. E. Day Rev. Roy S. Holloman and Rev. J. P. King of Bryan left at 1 pm by automobile for Dallas to attend an important meeting of Baptist leaders to discuss denominational affairs. Day sits on the State Baptist Executive Board as a three year member chosen at the last general convention. Bryan’s five loss record in three years has led to reduced premium rates, a testament to the diligent service of Bryan’s volunteer fire department members.
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R. E. Day
Roy S. Holloman
J. P. King
Bryan
Dallas
Day
State Baptist Convention
Early Oklahoma politics sparks intertribal quarrel
The original residents of the Indian country now known as Oklahoma could not have squabbled more over governmental affairs than their allegedly superior successors.
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Oklahoma
Workman Dies in England After 76 Years in Furniture Trade
An English factory worker has died after a career spanning 76 years in furniture making. The long service prompt questions about his antique score and the value of his craft in the trade.
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England
Texas Ranks Seventh in Vehicles, Fortieth in Road Improvement
Texas holds seventh place by number of motor vehicles in use yet ranks fortieth in road improvement leading to a notable disparity. The contrast highlights differing levels of infrastructure development relative to vehicle ownership.
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Texas
Governors Smith Hoover to vacate in Florida this week
Former Governor Smith and President-elect Hoover plan southward departure to Florida this week creating further chatter about national affairs in the playground of the United States.
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Smith
Hoover
Florida
United States
Senate backs Kellogg pact clearing path for cruiser funding
With the Kellogg peace treaty adopted by the senate there appears to be no obstacle to passing an appropriation for a fleet of cruisers.
Legion Plans 1929 Fourth of July Projects
The Earl Graham Post No. 159 American Legion will sponsor four projects in 1929 including a Bryan Fourth of July celebration with patriotic pictures. The executive board met at the post office last night to set plans and schedule the next meeting for Friday February 1 with Legion Auxiliary speaker Mrs F H Carpenter of Sour Lake. Attending officers were Harry Estill John S Caldwell Col C C Todd L A Spell C L Baker Major J E Sloan and O A Ashworth.
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Bryan
Eark Graham
American Legion
Harry Estill
The
Legion Auxiliary
F. H. Carpenter
Sour Lake
John S. Caldwell
Col. C. C. Todd
L. A. Spell
C. L. Baker
J. E. Sloan
O. A. Ashworth
Rep. Storey Visits Bryan During Legislative Trip
Rep Cecil Storey of Vernon Wilbarger county on a Sunday visit to Bryan en route to Franklin Robertson county met with Hon W S Barron and F L Henderson. Storey, chairman of the state affairs committee, is in his third legislature term and a leading advocate of progressive legislation. This was his first Bryan visit and his first close view of A and M College. He is a Texas University graduate and plans a return visit with Mrs Storey before adjournment.
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Cecil Storey
Vernon
Wilbarger County
Bryan
Franklin
Robertson County
W. S. Barron
F. L. Henderson
Storey
Rep. Storey
M. College
Texas University
Freestone County
Thieves Take Auto Sometime in Week
L. L. Stephens found his Dodge coupe missing from the garage after a week. Neighbors heard activity near the garage on Tuesday while police investigate the theft.
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L. L. Stephens
Mr. Stephens
Stephens
Bryan and Brazos Chamber backs city protest on Senate Bill
The Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce plans to send representatives to a Capitol hearing on Senate Bill 129 to back the Bryan city commission. John M. Lawrence leads the legislative delegation, joined by J. Bryan Miller F. L. Henderson and residents including Mrs. Lee J. Rountree Wilson Bradley and H. A. Burger. The group also notes a house bill to regulate the ice industry and a utilities measure facing committee scrutiny Monday and Tuesday.
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Bryan and Brazos County
City Commission
Lawrence
J. Bryan Miller
F. L. Henderson
Bryan
Lee J. Rountree
Wilson Bradley
H. A. Burger
Bryav
Senate
Railroad Commission
Texas Municipal Utilities League
City Managers Association
The
City Attorneys Association
Bryan Texas Welcomes 11th Southwest Water Works Meet Visitors
Bryan, Texas, known for homes, churches, schools, and lighting, hosts the 11th annual Texas Section convention of the Southwest Water Works Association. The city features growing population, rising building activity, new Travis elementary building, Bowie addition, and a prominent Allen Academy. Vehicles, utilities, and an ambitious city hall plan accompany a strong education sector.
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Bryan
Texas
Southwest Water Works Association
Lone Star State
United States
Artillery
Cavalry
Signal Corps
Villa Maria Ursuline Academy
Ursuline Sisters
Bryan Country Club
3Ryan
Brazos Valley
Travel to Austin Made Difficult By New Schedule
Bryan is cut off from direct connections with Austin and western points due to IL G N Railway schedule changes announced by agent R L Smith. The changes take effect tomorrow. the north bound train will arrive at 1 30 pm instead of 10 52 am and the south bound at 3 14 pm instead of 2 55 pm, while night trains remain unchanged.
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Bryan
Austin
R. L. Smith
White's Cream Vermifuge Advertises Worm Expulsion
Thoughtful guidance on child health warns of worm infections seen in teeth grinding, loss of appetite, abdominal pains, and nose or finger itching. The ad promotes White's Cream Vermifuge at 35e per bottle from Roman & Vick, urging safe deworming.
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Roman & Vick
College Avenue Property Holders Will Be Canvassed for Signatures
Bryan Chamber of Commerce moves to secure signatures for a right of way to build a concrete road between Bryan and A and M College. A meeting named Travis Bryan chairman to report at 7:30 pm Monday. If signatures fail, alternate routes will be considered.
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College Avenue
Bryan Chamber of Commerce
A. & M. College
J. Webly Howell
Travis B. Bryan
East Texas Band Contest Eyed for Bryan May 6 7
East Texas district annual band contest may be staged in Bryan on May 6 and 7 aligned with East Texas Chamber of Commerce events. Chair E A Lightfoot estimates 1300 musicians could attend with 40 to 75 bands expected and eligibility open to college academy high school and other bands.
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Bryan
E. A. Lightfoot
Allen Academy
East Texas
East Texas Chamber of Commerce
Lightfoot
Dallas
Texas
R. J. Dunn
College Station
H. G. Munden
Longview
R. E. Bond
Greenville
el Paso
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
South District
McAllen
Would You Know One If You Saw It
A warning on unseen germs and the dangers they pose, explaining how tiny microbes can enter through minor cuts and cause serious diseases. It promotes hand washing with Liquid Borozone as a safe antiseptic and notes where to obtain it.
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Associated Press
Prece Bahams
Mercantile Bank
Madison Ave
New York
Mercury
Legion
Rep
Capitol
Texas A. and M. College
LaSalle
First Baptist Church
First Christian Church
Travis
Bowie
Stephen F. Austin High School
Allen
Texas A
College
H. H. Williamson
C. 8. Geckwith
T. B. Wood
Tom G. Suber
George W. Johnson
J. Welc Howell
C. L. Benson
Duco
HY. T. Schovaisa
ALL Eagle
Brazos Coun
Court House
General Fund
Jones Bridge
Court House Bond Linking Fund
A. S. McSwain
Stevenson Machine Works
M. F. Vitopil & Company
Bryan Avenue
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