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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1925
Page
8
Brazos County Boys and Girls Club advises farmers on prudent crop mix to protect stock and home needs. Emphasizes dairy, poultry, home garden, and diverse planting over single crops, citing profits and ideals for progressive farming.
The Blue Bonnet Bridge Club met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs J R Wrights home on the college campus. First prize went to Mrs Taylor. booby prize to Mrs Nettie Carroll. Guests included Mesdames I E Warren H B McDowell Nettie Carroll F L Wright L W Brittain R J Dunn B E Howell J R Wright and Mrs Taylor. Shrimp salad and tea were served after the games.
Mr and Mrs W S Howell and R W Howell travel to Houston for a weekend visit to hear the famous Paul Whiteman Orchestra of New York. The original and largest jazz ensemble tours the city, drawing Bryan music lovers to the unusual musical treat this week.
Fire, pep and enthusiasm filled the Tuesday noon Lions Club luncheon in Bryan. President Dr. C A Searcy led a lively round table on cooperation and future growth with speakers including S C Hoyle. Attendance chart was proposed and a February program slate approved.
The talk centers on the Ton Litter Contest as a method to boost hog production. Wipprecht explains growing a litter to reach a ton by six months, prize incentives, and the economic value of rapid gains to 300 pounds before marketing. He urges farmers to lift the industry and contribute to humanity through productive work.
The by laws prescribe that proposed plans and estimated costs go to the Board, then to the appropriate committee and Finance for funding. The report shows 388 active contributing, 131 contributing members in a total of 519. One member died, four quit, fifteen left the city, and fifty new members joined. Cash balance $3122.49. Signed by Finance and Membership Committee. For sale list of cars and freight consignments followed.
Two days remain to pay poll, real estate, and personal taxes to avoid penalties. Friday or Saturday payments save 10 percent on taxes while Monday brings 25 percent extra on autos and 10 percent on others. At J Marion Ferguson's office 2,689 poll taxes issued with 500 to 600 unpaid. 2,269 new car tags issued with nearly 1,000 left to issue. City Secretary Guy P. Bittle notes women lead men in poll tax payments 342 to 335, total 677.
The Woman's Club met Wednesday afternoon at Carnegie Library. Officials reported finances, approved a leave of absence for Mrs. Brock, and discussed book purchases. The club tea netted 125 dollars for the library.
Special to Bryan Dally Eagle reports community updates from Kings Highway. Farmers discuss fine spring weather and strong wheat crops in Oklahoma while residents attend Church of Christ sermons by Rev EF D Kelly and past preacher Rev P Key with W P Skaggs.
J D Martin reports as chairman of the Brazos County agricultural committee praising a county wide agricultural awakening. He highlights farm home improvements terracing drainage poultry industry community fairs and support from the Chamber of Commerce county agents and Home Demonstration Agent Miss Laura Roten. He notes a $500 fund for 2025 premiums and commends committee members and Bryan business leaders.
David Reid grocer gave a detailed talk on grocery products and canning at a Bryan Rotary Club meeting in the Green Parrot Tea Room. Vice President Jno W Black presided in the absence of President D L Wilson with a list of visitors including Mr Smith of Houston Mr Johnson of Minneapolis and Miss Ruth Knox.
The transcript notes a London fog described by Regent Letter from Ala Pavilion of Taemdon England dated January 12. It explains fog formation from cold air meeting moist ground and includes vivid impressions of thick fog, visible lamps, and people heard but not seen. It also mentions local community tidbits and poultry feed promotion.
The Senate committee will receive plans and ideas from various individuals and groups. Officials expect diverse input on upcoming policy proposals and community concerns to inform deliberations.
Senator Velice of Dainwerfield heads the James Ferguson impeachment committee and indicated inviting affected parties to present ideas. Hearings timing and format to be decided by the committee which will likely organize today.
Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce reflects on 1924 achievements and growth, praising citizens and new businesses. It emphasizes continued effort needed to lift the town to a higher class, crediting President Lawrence and the board for leadership and unity.
An old Gulf Coast advertisement lists today’s oil grades with Grade A at 81.76 and Grade B at 1.50 per barrel. The line notes ST LINE IN WENTY-FIVE 5 ON GRADE OIL and references a January 20 posting.
Dean E J Kyle of A and M College will participate in the annual Pecan Day celebration at San Saba on February 18. The event aims to arouse enthusiasm for plans to aid pecan growers in the following year.
An ad by P. Hy Hensarling offers cars for sale at low prices claiming quick money. Contact phone 245 for details.
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