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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1916
Page
2
Appeals filed in the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals over three Fish er County cases where three young men at a local soda fountain tried to determine who would pay by matching coins. They were arrested for gambling and each fined $10 plus costs.
A farmer Humberger in Kurten was struck by lightning while plowing on Tuesday evening. One horse died instantly and the other fell, while Humberger received a severe shock but was not seriously hurt.
The Census Bureau reports 1915 cotton seed crushed totaling 4,201,059 tons, down from 5,779,665 tons in 1914, in a drop attributed to the late planting and poor conditions affecting the crop.
Henry Welch, wounded by his son-in-law Jack Childs on the Navasota River last week, is reported much better and likely to recover. The update notes a positive recovery trajectory.
City of Bryan officials report Houston and Texas Central Railroad accepts city ordinances and trades. A two block long street will replace a continuous box car switch, running from Anderson Street to Fannin Street between the Central freight depot and the Carnegie Library and Hotel Bryan.
McAlester Oklahoma July 1 Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway officials were ordered to withhold information on troop train movements over the Katy line. Bridges are guarded and precautions taken to prevent Mexican sabotage of railroad property.
About 14 000 National Guard troops from the East are en route to the Mexican border. Up to 40 000 more in state camps await equipment and transport. Major General Wood plans to send Pennsylvania troops to El Paso along with units from New York New Hampshire Massachusetts and a possible engineers regiment and cavalry squadron.
Will Bolger reports Bryan Texas as an enterprising city of about 8000 with handsome homes, paved streets, busy brick business districts, schools including A M College and Allen Academy, two picture houses, and wealth from Brazos bottoms. He notes trolley service, low vacancies, ample lawn spaces, and strong outlook despite recent flood impacts. Bolger praises hospitality and local growth.
Lenard Hall was shot in the stomach on a Madisonville street at 12 30 AM Tuesday and died four hours later. The fatal clash followed a dispute with night policeman Joe Green. Hall resided in Center community and had come to town for a snow. Several relatives survive.
A telegram from Colonel John S. Hoover to Lieutenant Claude Sears in Houston, dated June 28 1916, states that enlistment in the Texas National Guard for ages 18 to 21 requires no parental consent. Hoover heads the Texas Guard recruiting service from Houston.
Washington June 29 The senate approved and sent to the White House the conference report on the day resolution authorizing the president to draft into the federal service all National Guardsmen taking the prescribed oath.
U S Department of Agriculture projects 81.1 percent crop condition on June 25 yielding about 14,266,000 bales for the year. Acreage estimated at 25,994,000 acres with weather faults and boll weevil spread affecting development. final output depends on conditions through harvest.
London reports heavy German losses after a day of bombardment against French positions northwest of Thiamont. Paris authorities say French machine guns and curtain fire devastated the attackers as fighting across the western front remained intense. Russian forces at Volynia reportedly took 16,000 prisoners, including 200 officers, per Petrograd officials.
Unusual activity surrounds the A and M College cotton markets as daily quotations flow to participants in the annual cotton classing summer school. J B Butler and T S Miller lead the instruction on grading buying and warehouse practices. The session runs through July with four weeks needed for late entrants. Rural merchants and debt buyers fill the enrollment, and past graduates have advanced rapidly in Texas firms.
Citizens of School District No 25 Brazos County Independence area petition the commissioners court for an election on a 1200 bond to reestablish the district and build a new schoolhouse. County Judge Maloney supports higher education and will convene the court to act Monday, ordering the election once notice is issued.
Washington July 1 The Hay bill appropriates 2,000,000 for the dependent families of National Guardsmen mustered into federal service. It provides 50 dollars per month for each family.
A Houston jitney driver taking his Ford to Dallas without consent was detained on Main Street Bryan after a brief talk with City Marshal Conlee and Deputy Worley. He was released to his father who promised he would return to Houston by sundown.
Instructions advise thoroughly scrubbing bacon before slicing and note stewed rhubarb as beneficial for rheumatic troubles. A tip suggests shrinking fabric before sewing a belt into a wash skirt.
In Austin on June 29 the German American Alliance of Texas adopted two resolutions. One urged Texas Germans to vote in the July primary against prohibition and for pro democratic candidates. The other condemned hyphenated American labels for German descent and loyalty doubts. A 25 member committee to decide endorsements was proposed but rejected. majority report adopted.
London June 29 Sir Roger Casement was found guilty of high treason and sentenced to death. The verdict came after a brief jury deliberation. Daniel Bailey, held as an accomplice, was tried afterward but found not guilty and released.
A.P. report from Austin notes a drop in fishing law violations across six East Texas rivers after inspector Sam Johnson toured Texarkana to Beaumont. He destroyed several illegal nets and found rivers well stocked with fish.
Mr. W. A. McElroy of Gilmer has arrived to assume duties as secretary for the Bryan Chamber of Commerce. He is described as affable and expert in his line and comes with strong recommendations for publicity ability and Christian citizenship. The Eagle extends a cordial welcome to him.
The Fin-Feather Club of Bryan held its annual meeting at the Cotton Exchange with broad club representation. Officers elected were W. E. Saunders president, J. B. Astin vice president, O. E. Saunders secretary-treasurer. directors named include John M. Lawrence and others. Directors plan $1000 to $1500 in improvements including a new pool, clubhouse remodeling, boat house upgrades, and new boats, aiming to keep the lake’s forty acres as a premier Texas pleasure resort with a strong financial standing and abundant fish.
Mr and Mrs A S Weatherford and their children left last night for Hearne where they will reside. Mr Weatherford is cashier of the L and G N at Hearne having been transferred from this city. The Eagle extends best wishes to the family as they start life in their new home.
Charles Tabor son of Captain O L Tabor was badly wounded when a shotgun discharged in a boat on the Navasota River at Captain Tabor's ranch. The bird shot struck his right wrist and glanced into his chest and side as he stretched full length. A physician treated the injuries and he is recovering but will be sidelined for days.
Mr and Mrs Ab Carroll and family former Harvey county residents have moved back to Brazos County to reside. The Carrolls left for Hall County but decided there is no place like home and they have returned. The Eagle and many friends welcome them back.
The I. and G. N. Railroad today dumps gravel along the track sides at street crossings to fill low places and smooth traffic over the railroad right of way. The railroad company continues to improve its Bryan property.
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