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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1936
Page
4
A plain archival notice from the Bryan Weekly Eagle printed in Bryan Texas on April 22 1972. It states second class matter under the act of Congress and reserves reproduction rights for AP dispatches and local news.
Bryan shows improving economic conditions with 1936 first half building permits totaling 155716, mostly for homes. Tax payments under split plan rose, delinquent taxes fell sharply, and local business gains plus AAA farmer support indicate community growth and optimism for Bryan's continued development.
The debate over Navy purchases of prison-made shoes highlights broader issues on inmate labor. Texas employs inmates on farms and in a packing plant to grow food, produce meat, can vegetables, and manufacture goods such as auto license tags and shoes. The system lowers state costs, reduces idle time, and provides employment while balancing labor and industry concerns.
Bryan Too Small New Orleans joins cities arranging street bathing with the fire department to give children without pools a chance to swim. Larger cities like New York led the way for years, turning pools and showers into idle facilities for tenement children during heat.
Noahs tale notes a locust grove deeded in 1817 by Nathaniel Wilson near Lancaster Ohio to Presidents including Monroe and successors. A 1838 second deed to Martin Van Buren directs the grove be kept for burying ground and family use, with Presidents buried there if desired. Current holder is Roosevelt. Also mentions Schmeling Sharkey 1930 foul title reign and tomorrow: death by own action bird.
New York reports Alfred Vanderbilt, barely past 18, as a rising sportsman with 82 horses and 36 wins, recently third on the 1936 owner list, poised to lead by year’s end. He mingles with prize fighters and pugilists, aided by his mother Margaret Emerson, while also drawing interest for his social life and career.
The passage argues that summer cleansing proves benefits but questions Bryan’s size for a civic pool project. It notes no tenement district exists yet, yet children would benefit from a shower or bath, suggesting a proposal to replace the traditional Saturday night tub with occasional bathing facilities.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls long city residence, an elderly sculptor tied to Westport, Connecticut, and a New York exile after 30 years. It reflects on stark wartime phrases like The Lost Battalion and No Man's Land, noting the striking image of kilted Highlanders dubbed Mad Ladies from Hell as a memorable poetic line.
Bry an Daily Eagle and Pilot reports Charles Davis a Brazos bottom planter and A M College director en route toHouston for a rally where Governor Col quitt will speak. Other items note Dr. R H Wilson’s recovery, local visitors J R Astin J A Myers W Boyett, and brief family trips across Bryan Wellborn LeRoy Marlin and Waco with mentions of Mexican strikes under the new government.
Editorial notes Governor Lehman’s Philadelphia speech announcing his bid for a third term to push humanitarian and labor legislation. It cites GOP opposition, the Kansas Progressives, and national impact on Roosevelt’s re election while explaining motives and possible electoral effects.
A columnist laments a bleak day and recalls a neighbor’s dog that died from poison, a playful, faithful companion who once barked at spats and vanished. The piece reflects on humor fading and a grave mood taking hold.
The Commodity Credit Corporation released about 1,000,000 bales from its pool, directing most to domestic mills to meet urgent demand for special types. Some volume went to exports, lifting Galveston shipments for several weeks. The decision to extend liquidation through July 20 may further aid local shipment activity and stimulate movement between old and new crop. Directors emphasize no concessions to move 12c loan cotton if it harms new-crop prices.
Galveston News argues the Commodity Credit Corporation should release surplus cotton now to support demand for the 1986 and later crops. Withdrawing lean cotton risks higher prices for the new crop and could depress long term market stability.
Noisy Nell advises caution before crediting a friend's statements about sexual behavior. She suggests first testing whether such remarks will be accepted as Nell's own explanations or as a defense for the friend.
Good quality finish and price for 500 sheets of 16-pound watermarked bond paper. Sold in a neat box for a discount. Eagle Printing Co offers above-ordinary quality at a competitive price.
In Bryan a stream of locals appears at dawn with names like Blair H.T. Downard and Dr. Mark Francis cited among community volunteers. The piece salutes citizen service, notes daily routines, and recalls recent losses including Dr. Francis and others, urging informed voting and engagement amid shifting local politics.
A description notes a black 6 ply cardboard sheet sized 22 by 88 inches currently at Eagle Printing Company. It specifies material and dimensions without additional context or related details.
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