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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1919
Page
3
Washington reports that the Mexican government seized oil fields belonging to American individuals or companies by sending soldiers to drive workers off the land. Officials say Carranza barred permits until laws are followed, effectively recognizing Mexico’s ownership of the oil lands.
Surgeons urge prompt antiseptic treatment for cuts burns bruises and wounds. Borozone is promoted as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for both man and beast available at Jenkins' Drug Store and M. H. James.
President Wilson urged the nation to endorse the league of nations treaty without changes, calling it a charter for a new world order. He argued Germany must face penalties to right past wrongs, and that Germany can regain standing by fulfilling terms promptly and honorably.
Judge Rose in the United States district court sustained a demurrer to the indictment against the Standard Brewery of Baltimore charged with manufacturing a beverage containing at least one half of one per cent of alcohol.
Washington date July 1 the house adopted the conference report on the 604 million dollar sundry civil appropriation bill without opposition confirming a major funding package for public works and government agencies.
Telegram notice reports J W English aged 78 died in Washington D C at 8 80 am He lived in Bryan previously from 1874 to retire from a grocery business He helped organize Merchants and Planters National Bank He is survived by his wife nephews David Reid Sgt Joseph Reid and John Reid and others Funeral services set for St Andrews Episcopal Church with Rev H B Jamison officiating
Commissioner Fletcher Pool has placed a gang at Millican to work roads and plans a southward push to open traffic as soon as possible. Weather will dictate progress after heavy rains damaged the routes. if fair conditions persist, the roads may be open by Saturday.
Local Masonic Shriners will attend the major meeting in Waco July 4 as the temple is instituted. Dallas consistory will oversee organization services and a special train is chartered for the trip to Waco. More than four hundred candidates will be initiated during the occasion.
A US soldier lingered to kiss a girl on the Brest railway platform delaying his departure. He chased the next train and rode it, but was later ordered to march up and down the car for five hours with his pack and rifle as the train sped toward Brest at 175 miles per hour.
Bryan merchants confront a large, countywide celebration on July 24 with a barbecue basket dinner and parade. The Commercial Association plans to run the event with a broad committee, while roads and a $1.5 million Brazos County bond issue are discussed to fund improvements and highways. Hood's Brigade reunion praised as a high point of the day.
Thirteen local breweries continue producing two and three quarters percent beer in St Louis as saloons mostly stay open but sell only beer and soft drinks today.
A short ad notes Ballard's Horehound Syrup to ease coughing and soothe irritated lungs. Sold by Jenkins' Drug Store and M. H. James.
The Hood's Texas brigade veterans held a two day gathering in Bryan and unanimously selected the city for their 48th annual reunion on June 27 28 1920. Officers include President J A Bolton life president Captain J T Hunter and life secretary Miss Katie Daffan.
The Bryan Woman's club Rural Contest closes now on July 12 due to rain and poor road conditions. Contestants will display canned and preserved goods, fresh vegetables, poultry, eggs, butter, and handmade garments at the county courthouse with lunch baskets and a noon picnic.
London says the former crown prince has not left Wieringen. Reuters Amsterdam dispatch cites a Brussels telegram claiming he escaped Sunday. Also note Joe B. Reed will be out of the city after July 10 and asks arrears for advancement to be settled by then.
Austin Texas June 26 The attorney general issued mandamus against Anderson county judge to compel sending May 24 constitutional amendment election results to the secretary of state. County returns are arriving as other delinquent counties promise compliance. State officials note delays have not been seen before and credit women’s interest. The law requires canvassing on the Monday after the election and submittal to the secretary of state with the state canvassing board meeting July 3. Governor Hobby declined to propose amendments to tighten penalties for delayed returns due to a looming repeal of the women's primary law. The Brazos County Red Cross seeks listed people to visit its office for information for the War Risk Insurance Bureau.
Austin on July 1 Governor Hobby transmitted a message backing McNealus of Dallas and his proposed boxing bill. The measure seeks state regulation of prize fighting and outlines changes to licensing and safety standards for bouts.
An old advertisement touts Herbine as a bowel regulator improving liver and stomach function and restoring strength. It is sold at Jenkins' Drug Store and by M. H. James.
Austin Texas J r Rail Road Commissioner G E Gilmore returns from Des Demona oil fields Eastland county and reports the new oil and gas conservation law saves 55 000 000 feet of gas daily in that field alone. He says producers agree with the regulations and welcome cooperation to enforce the law.
Newport news reports the death of Rear Admiral William Swift aged 71, retired, who passed away last night in Newport Rhode Island.
Fraudulent aspirin tabs, mostly talcum powder, were sold by a Brooklyn manufacturer. Genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin are identifiable by the Bayer Cross and packaging with proper directions. Consumers urged to insist on Bayer tablets in original packaging.
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