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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1919
Page
2
Classified line rates listed for obituaries and cards of thanks at five cents per line with other advertising rates available on application. Monetary figures shown include $1.75 $2.50 and $4.00 as noted.
Article analyzes former US minister to China Dr. Paul S. Reinsch and his China policy advocacy. It highlights his belief in China as a good investment and the need to maintain American confidence, good will, and democratic ideals amid Japanese competition and Chinese aspiration.
A vintage testimonial style notice promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine claiming cure for catarrh with a $100 reward. It asserts the remedy is 30 years established, works through the blood to heal mucous surfaces and expel polyon from the blood, urging immediate purchase from Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio and local druggists.
The piece argues that American workers in China seek to impart efficient management and education, not conquest or tutelage. It contrasts American policy with Japan and notes China recognizes America's disinterested motive and broad influence.
The Providence speech by General Leonard Wood is praised for stating a clear fact beyond party politics. The piece argues that a nation must avoid pandering to personal sensitivities of ethnic and religious groups lest it ruin the national integrity. It cites Jefferson and urges that right and justice endure beyond fashion.
An American and English correspondent notes that the Democratic National Committee chief H S Cummings says the party will run the presidential campaign without regard to group interests. The piece contrasts pre Civil War party structure with modern Italy and France where a prime minister must manage many groups. It cites motives from sincere policy differences to political obstruction by group leaders.
A reader reflects on how using the telephone changes ordinary chat between two people. The note considers the shift from in person to remote conversation and the sense of progress in communication.
The piece notes that French female lawyers, though officially bar members, resist the robes and toque required in court. It argues their concern could prompt changes to courtroom dress codes while affirming women remain feminine and value appearance.
The text urges Bryan residents and county farms to grow home gardens and can surplus produce for winter. It argues the practice would save money and reduce financial worry for families if they cultivate vegetables and fruits and preserve them through canning.
The Brazos County Short Horn association pledges a greatly improved fall exhibit of fine stock and notes that favorable conditions may allow other livestock displays. The piece suggests Bryan should host an annual crop show and livestock event to showcase local produce and attract interest and profit for growers.
The text argues Brazos county cannot endure 1920 without a county agent. It urges immediate hiring to organize pig clubs corn clubs and other youth farming clubs to start a prosperous year for farmer boys.
Under the farm loan act passed during the Wilson administration the tenant farmer may obtain long term loans to buy a home if he begins saving. Many Texas farmers are using the law to escape the grasp of loan sharks.
The Bryan commercial club could inaugurate monthly trade days to offer special bargains. The plan aims to draw people to town and extend the local trade territory.
During the new year Brazos county farmers should make farm profits cover running expenses and have surplus money crops. There is a splendid market in Bryan for all kinds of produce throughout the year.
The Calvert no gossip club will mark its sixth anniversary early in February. Members reportedly share ideas on fancy work at meetings in place of gossip exchanges, reflecting the group’s constructive focus.
The piece notes four poll tax sub stations in Fort Worth while Dallas bars them per attorney general ruling. It says few Dallas women pay poll taxes and avoid the courthouse, though they want the ballot to cleanse politics. It hints anti suffrage women lead to candidates opposing equal suffrage facing trouble.
The text advises changing the breed of sires only when building a uniform grade herd. It argues continuing the same breed and blood lines, especially after a superior purebred sire proves merit, by breeding back to his daughters to fix uniformity for at least one generation.
The article argues that perceived prosperity is misleading. It notes that higher money circulation does not equal real wealth and that some merchants report stronger sales in dollars but not in quantities. It warns the apparent boom is counterfeit and urges increased production to raise the volume of goods.
Taft mentions Mr Hughes to spark debate on Democratic renomination of Wilson. The piece argues Wilson could not win again by accident and would not gain votes with the slogan He kept us out of war, a claim deemed historically misleading.
A collection of brief quotations from various papers notes cheap bar fixtures in Toledo and calls England the sick man of Europe. Other items mock charity and politics with comments on socialist seats in New York and a Brooklyn woman’s unusual marriage tale.
Brenham's South Texas Cotton mills are praised by Manager Thomas Adams for aiding town development. The Brenham mill employed 150. 8,500 bales used in 1919. wages exceed $100,000 with many workers, including many women and girls.
Progressive Farmer argues there is no universally best breed for cattle or hogs. Choose the breed you prefer and stay with it, as long as you devote care and attention. Avoid frequent changes to build up herd quality.
French officer Captain Poirson develops a device that makes telephone conversations unintelligible to anyone listening in. The signal is altered at transmission so only the intended receiver can hear clear speech, preventing unauthorized listening.
A claim states 666 has proven it will cure malaria fevers bilious fever chills colds and la grippe. The bold assertion targets widespread illnesses with a single remedy.
Rev. Kirby Chapman preached at the Free Baptist church on Sunday night about dedicating one’s life to Christian service. He urged believers to respond to God’s call, citing Romans 12 1 and Second Corinthians 6 17, and warned that lack of real consecration leaves churches powerless and pews empty.
A speaker urges pastors and laity to embrace specialization in church missions. He calls for Godly men and women to answer Christ's call, leave worldly ties, and dedicate themselves to holy service. He quotes a plea to respond with readiness and commitment.
Influenza cases at the Fort Sam Houston base hospital rise as Colonel George A. Skinner urges a new warning to stop smoking at public gatherings. He says smoke makes the air heavy and impure and advises calling off smokers until the danger passes to reduce illness spread.
A short note lists 666 as a remedy for colds la grippe and related ailments. It claims relief from constipation biliousness loss of appetite and headaches with the patent medicine remedy.
The Commercial Bulletin reports wool prices gained for fine wool at the British government auction while medium grades held steady and low grades dragged. Manufacturers note little overall change, with quoted prices for Missouri and Kentucky blood wools and Texas fine wools provided in various 'months' and blood classifications.
By order of the state superintendent of public instruction white teachers of Brazos County are summoned to meet in the district court room at the court house Saturday January 31 at 1 30 p m The object is to discuss matters of vast importance and outline future plans Very respectfully WM Powers County Superintendent
An old advertisement touts Rub My Tism as a powerful pain killer for rheumatism neuralgia and sprains claiming quick relief from soreness and discomfort.
A editor letter from a Brazos county reader urges The Bryan Eagle to name a preferred candidate for the upcoming judge's term. The writer backs W. S. Barron, John A. Moore Jr., or Major L. L. McInnis as strong, capable choices who would serve both Brazos and surrounding counties and A. and M. College.
Mrs. Kent Cooper wife of the Associated Press traffic department chief died Sunday after a three week illness Private funeral services will be held at their Brooklyn home Burial will be at Indianapolis
Jimmy Cahill, home in Smetana, arrived in the city as a visitor this morning.
A vintage drug ad touts GROVE'S TASTELESS Chill TONIC as an iron and quinine blood purifier and strength builder. It claims improved energy, color in the cheeks, appetite, and vitality, noting the formula remains unchanged for over thirty five years and that it costs 60 cents per bottle.
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