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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1931
Page
2
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County Agent C. L. Benson appeals about 200 Gyatee county farmers to lead their communities in growing more feed crops amid rising prices and scarce supplies. The letter urges planting burnt-up corn fields and sorghums to boost self sufficiency, with reports on two crops to help extend feed through next year and strengthen economic safety for the county.
Millican residents host visitors from Goose Creek Navasota and Howton as families gather for weekends and birthdays. Revival begins at the Baptist church, and community reports note reunions, summer school visits, and local picnics.
An advertisement touts purification as foundation of perfect health and urges a weekly seven week Calotabs course to cleanse blood and stimulate liver kidneys stomach and bowels. Calotabs sold in 10 cent and 35 cent packages through dealers.
In El Paso a U S Border Patrol investigation reveals Greeks smuggled into the United States using Cordova Island routes. A sergeant and his wife aided the ring, with the couple deceived and then prosecuted after a long pursuit. The officer received 18 months and the wife was released. Editor notes this is part five of six on Cordova Island.
F I Thomas of the Texas Experiment Station says boll weevil impact hinges on summer rain. May and June shortages range 2 to 6.5 inches except South Texas had above normal June rain. If July stays below normal, total rain June to August likely under 8 inches outside South Texas, signaling lighter weevil injury.
County Superintendent D. J. McDonald says the county school trustees meeting set for Saturday July 4 is postponed to Saturday July 11.
The Model Shoe Hospital announces its reopening with first class shoe machinery and years of experience promising the best workmanship. A selection of unclaimed shoes is offered for sale with free delivery service.
The Rev Roy S Hollomon of College Avenue Baptist spoke at McGregor Rotary lunch in McGregor after traveling with Miss Alice Sue and Miss Ruth Bowers. Local Bryan visitors include Ben Nedbalek of Le Fors and Dick Thompson of Thorndale. The column notes Mrs. J A Richardson and Clem Lenair Richardson in Georgetown and a long list of trips, visits, and relatives in Bryan and nearby towns.
J. M. Price and Martha Boone of Brazos County filed notice of intention to wed with County Clerk Jess B. McGee on Friday.
County Agent C L Bea rm and Lucy Givens report on 4-H Club short course trips for field crops livestock and poultry members. Encampment at Sue Haswell Memorial Park July 17 invites all 4-H boys and girls to enjoy programs and demonstrations from nearby counties.
Steep Hollow residents spent time with relatives in North Zulch and Bryan. Family visits include Mrs. Aubrey Tobias and Mrs. Walter Reed. Rev. John L. Wharton preached at First Baptist on Sunday afternoon with the message Ye the Salt of the Earth. attendees included Rev J J Pipkin and others from Bryan.
James Seigert and Mary Deuak of Brazos County and Cecil Frent of Brazos County with Rosa Harris of Robertson County filed notices of intention to marry in a filing with County Clerk Jess B. McGee on Saturday.
Mr and Mrs Emory Smith have returned from a pleasant week visit with relatives and friends near Waco.
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