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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1919
Page
2
The notice lists mail in advance subscription options for three months at 1.75, six months at 3.00, and one year at 4.00. Weekly Eagle charges 1.25 per year, or six months for 75 cents. Published Thursdays. foreign advertising reps include One Press Association and Theis Co. in New York.
The piece critiques Texas governance and governor Hobby’s handling of the Blue Ridge farm option, arguing the state pays too little and expects too much for the governor’s role. It praises Hobby as better than past officials but notes he blundered legally and financially, urging reform to allow governors to live within their pay and support rural development led by Bryan Woman's Club.
A social editor notes a Bryan Woman's Club event showcasing a Renaissance themed manuscript, praising its cultural veneer while highlighting the club's role in encouraging farm girls. Competitions award free short courses at A&M College, guiding home and farm life toward improved methods and broader interests.
The column criticizes Texas and national efforts to issue large bonds as veterans bonuses. It argues bonds burden the public and distract soldiers from work, urging responsible budgeting and rejecting politically driven payouts. It emphasizes soldiers deserve jobs with fair wages, not charity.
The piece argues that a truly deserving world heavyweight champion must defend the title against all worthy challengers. It notes Jack Wempsey’s failed chances, dismisses Willard’s long hold on the crown, and urges frequent contests to elevate the sport and the champion’s popularity like Sullivan or Corbett. It calls for the new champion to prove worth by meeting top contenders.
The New York Evening Post discusses five of the Kaiser’s sons offering to stand trial in his stead. It argues punishment should fall on the guilty ruler, not proxies, and critiques the proposal attributed to Prince Bitel on behalf of the imperial family.
An editorial argues the Kaiser should be tried if guilty but questions London as the venue. It stresses the need for scrupulous fairness and dignity, notes Paris and London public sentiment, and warns against theatrical pomp that could martyrize him or fuel a new legend.
A poetry piece contemplates eternity and endurance over endless days. The speaker muses on cycles between suns and seas, visions, and the possibility of perfection or a ruined Heaven. The verse probes whether eternity can distill something like wine to create a higher state or an inferior afterlife.
A fragmentary poetic excerpt urges merriment and faith in joyful living. It invokes God’s creation, stars, and wine of mirth, encouraging laughter, work, and unity among friends as the world is celebrated in verse.
Berlin reports the price of staple foods has fallen sharply as traffickers dump hidden supplies. In the Rhenish zone prices declined thirty to sixty percent, reflecting a nationwide drop in food costs after a government price reduction.
The Texas legislature in a joint session accepted a portrait of Gen. A. G. McAlexander, who commanded the 180th brigade of the 90th division overseas. The All-Texas brigade presented the gift to Governor Hobby, and Gen. McAlexander gave a brief address.
Bizbee Arizona July 12 272 residents filed damage suits totaling over five million dollars in Tombstone court seeking damages for assaults and injuries during the 1917 deportation of 1100 people linked to an I W W strike in the Warren mining district.
A compilation of editorial notes and quips from the Houston Post musing on politics railroads labor conscription and foreign affairs. It references Germany Belgium and Romania with satirical lines about prohibition crime and elections. The piece leans on witty asides and a call for sobriety and political outcomes.
The Eagle invites Bryan and Brazos County residents to share opinions on local subjects. Submissions may use a pen name, but must be signed with the writer’s real name and address for the editor’s records.
A soldier writes to the public defending the American Expeditionary Forces from rumors and slander. He condemns misinformation about troops in Europe and urges respect for those serving in the army of occupation, noting many have returned home when it was their turn and urging unity.
Citizens express gratitude to supporters of the A. B. E. Fund and Vet. Hospital No. 15. Representatives GEO and A. Pugh thank volunteers and the American Federation PF A for ongoing assistance and community involvement.
Mr and Mrs Robert L Buchanan sell their Steep Hollow farm to Mr and Mrs Morgan Cross and plan a move to Silverton Briscoe county. Buchanan and their sons Fred and Webb bought a ranch there. They depart tonight with the rest of the family to follow in two weeks. The Buchanans are longtime Brazos county pioneers and their friends regret the loss.
Copenhagen July 14 Mathias Erzberger the German finance minister proposed a levy on property in Germany starting at five thousand marks rising to ten percent on property valued at fifty thousand marks. Property valued above three million marks would be taxed sixty five percent according to a Berlin dispatch.
Sydney July 14 A curious German psychology note the Matunga mails sent to Germany after the ship was sunk by the Wolf off New Guinea in August 1917. The mails were delivered to British authorities after the armistice and finally reached Sydney two years late.
The new drug firm of Roman and Vick, W. B. Roman and Roy Vick, will open for business tomorrow. The building has been overhauled with new fixtures, and the partners plan a modern pharmacy with emphasis on service. Roman, formerly with Jenkins drug store, is a licensed pharmacist and will head the prescription department.
A New York syndicate led by Commonwealth Petroleum Company has secured options on 20 million dollars of Union Oil of California stock as part of a deal announced in Los Angeles. Union Oil has 43 million dollars in outstanding stock.
Washington reports the Scottish Mexican Oil company seized by Mexican authorities under Carranza decrees. A 30 000 barrel well is now operated by Mexicans on leased land from 1910. The British government protests and the widow owner continues to receive lease payments while the state department watches.
Washington reports the council of five at Paris has decided to lift the economic blockade of Germany. Preparations begin to resume trade immediately, with licenses to ship and direct lines from New York Philadelphia Boston Baltimore and southern ports expected as cargoes become available.
Washington on July 15 announced by the War Finance Corporation that applications will be received from responsible American banks and exporters for advances against shipments of cattle and cattle products to stimulate exports and broaden demand for these goods.
Sheriff Morehead led a raid on Redtop street at Joe Boriskie’s residence a Bryan pool hall operator resulting in 41 quarts of liquor secured in the Brazos county jail Boriskie posted a 250 dollar appearance bond and provided no statement to investigators while prosecutors withheld further details citing ongoing inquiries into possible outside involvement.
A weekend hurricane at Valparaiso leaves at least 87 known drowned and many more presumed dead. Fourteen ships and numerous smaller craft were destroyed, with property losses estimated at 200 million dollars.
The Austin house adopted resolutions requesting Congress to revise federal reserve and national bank laws to grant more latitude in handling cotton. It also condemned prize fighting and urged censors to prohibit moving pictures of boxing exhibitions and for authorities to prevent prize fighting in the state.
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