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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1934
Page
4
The writer notes censorship hides German news as Hitler faces growing internal opposition. Unemployment rises while business blames Nazi policies, trade with Russia and Britain suffers, and anti Jewish actions spark boycotts. Some observers see Hitler's downfall possible if economic strife deepens.
Brazos County cattlemen urge inclusion on the drought relief list to secure a county market for cattle at the Bryan cannery. Four carloads from Uvalde arrived at College Station for processing as pasture conditions worsen and 10,000 head could help ease supply, with rain needed soon.
The July 3 1909 Bryan Daily Eagle and Pilot notes the city hall cornerstone opened at 11 am with Peter Stacy overseeing demolition. Contents included dusty papers and ashes recalling past officials and events. Local residents profiled include Prof F Y Turner returning from Call singing school and Tobe Tobias of Call and Kurten, plus visits by W S Lowry Dayton and W S Johnson family.
An English professor argues against broad Latin instruction in favor of practical subjects tied to the modern world. He contends specialized language study is less useful for most students after graduation and urges curricula to focus on life skills.
Nueces county sold its first bale of cotton for the season at Corpus Christi auction to the Alexander Spring Company for 150 dollars. The bale was grown by Robstown farmer Henry Von Huevel and ginned Friday.
A thin watermarked second sheet Bantam Manitola paper suitable for writing or typing makes perfect carbon copies and is sold in boxes of 500 sheets by Eagle Printing Co. ing Company.
The piece urges Texans to set aside sectionalism and petty rivalries as the Centennial Commission pursues a united statewide celebration. It cites historical resolve by Sam Houston and urges preparation in spirit, cooperation, and teamwork to honor ancestors and boost progress.
River side Drive becomes a lively summer stretch in New York City with sailors on the wall of the Hudson, promenading pedestrians, and a bustling scene near landmarks like Grant's Tomb and the Claremont Inn. The piece notes changing prices, a shift in atmosphere, and diversions from penny hucksters to hat shops along Broadway.
The column notes autographed photos in shops across New York with stars on display while night buyers hail flowers for late hours. It mentions chain drugstores selling books after dark and a Literary Digest personality sketch drive, then a witty exchange about a framed photo mix up with Will Rogers and others.
A humorous, rambling column mocks Fourth of July fireworks and social pretensions. It quips about a hat for a firecracker and jokes about couples being called ideal matches. It also riffs on Hitler and uses a reader contribution request for Lightning Flashes.
Representative Hatton W. Sumners of Dallas accepts an invitation from the Philippine government to assist in drafting the constitution of a prospective Philippine republic. He will depart August 1 for Manila to commence the task, after an invitation extended through Manuel Quezon, president of the Philippine senate.
The Houston Post lauds Representative Sumners for over 20 years in the House and his work with Philippine Nationalists drafting their future constitution. It notes his Democratic alignment and strong U.S. friendship as the Philippines moves toward independence. His name would join those who helped found the Philippine republic.
Midshipman Raymond A Moore writes from Bancroft Hall at the U S Naval Academy in Annapolis expressing admiration for the new academy and its facilities. He describes Bancroft Hall housing about 2000 midshipmen and 600 plebes, the busy daily routines, and his roommate, Fred McEntire of Pennsylvania.
George Bernard Shaw described the branding of cattle as a horrible and hellish practice in a letter to Marian Peters of Plainview. Peters collects cattle brands and sought a Shaw drawing, while rancher-detective J. Frank Norfleet writes Shaw about Hale County brands.
Bill Thomas, son of Mr and Mrs W R Thomas, broke both bones just above the wrist in his right arm during a fall from a tree in his backyard Sunday night. He landed badly while swinging from a limb and is reported to be getting along satisfactorily.
County Clerk Clyde Goen issues a marriage license to J. W. Smith and Ollie Wallin who plan to wed. The notice confirms legal eligibility and the intended marriage.
An advertisement offers Hawk Ointment with a 50 cent price and a guarantee for itching skin conditions such as eczema ringworm athlete's foot and tetter. It marketing mentions Roian and Vick as part of the ad.
A parade of visitors arrives in Bryan and surrounding towns. James W. Monk and family from Donna plan to visit Mrs. R. B. Taylor and Mrs. J. S. Monk, then return to Center. Dallas residents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jacks visit Bryan with daughters Evelyn and Mary. Various locals travel to Houston, Austin, Cameron, New York, and Cincinnati for education, work, or family visits, including Griff Cloud, Jennie June Howell, and Helen Coulter.
Stanley Griffin is listed in serious condition at Bryan hospital after being stabbed 11 times by three Black women on Sunday night near the Southern Pacific tracks on 23rd Street. Harry Burger aided Griffin to the hospital. The suspects Mary, Ophelia, and Annie Green, are in custody and set to be charged with assault with intent to kill.
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