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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1915
Page
3
Berlin reports German forces have taken Przasnysz in Russian Poland, about fifty miles north of Warsaw. They also seized Konsya south of Kolno and stormed hills northeast of Suwalki, marking advances on the front.
An official German memorandum admits torpedoing the American steamer Nebraskan and expresses regret and readiness to repair. It says the attack was not aimed at the American flag and was an unfortunate accident.
More than 120000 Welsh coal miners begin a noon strike despite government attempts to compel labor. The strike threatens the principal naval coal supply. Also, the Norwegian steamer Rym was torpedoed and sunk off the British coast with one crewmember killed.
The commissioners have canvassed Reliance district results from June 19 and declared the special school tax rise from 25 to 50 cents per $100 to be approved with 20 votes for and 2 against. They also approved county payments for hauling materials and gravel for the Kosarek to Pitts Bridge repair.
Judge J W Doremus and Bryan city counsels along with property owners' committee returned from Houston where they conferred with Houston & Texas Central Railroad officials about moving the transfer switch track from its current site west of the compress and brick warehouse and behind Hotel Bryan. Assistant General Manager Wade and Mr Westcott met them in the talks.
London reports German officials say French attacks failed to regain ground in Argonne. French claims include capturing additional trenches north of Arras while acknowledging one German gain in Argonne.
Associated Press reports a major strike threat at Krupp Works in Geneva. Workers demand higher pay and shorter hours citing heavy workload and strain on workers.
Railroad officials will make a special trip to Bryan this week to further review the road matter before issuing a definite decision to the committee.
Kurten Lodge No. 282 Sons of Herman will hold their annual picnic on Wednesday August 4 in William Manthei's pasture two miles west of Kurten. A splendid program for the day will be arranged and the public is cordially invited.
Hearne Texas July 16 commissioners let the contract for a new Brazos river bridge at Port Sullivan to replace the destroyed one. The structure will be 25 feet longer and 5 feet higher than the old bridge, with work starting within 30 days and completion by January 1 at a cost of 13904 dollars.
Oliver J Parks, son of E F Parks of E F Parks & Company, is in Toledo attending Willys-Overland’s school. He scored 98 in the first mechanical exam and 99 in the sales exam, per a report from the company’s efficiency department. The school trains men in mechanics and in sales and distribution, and Parks is studying both branches with noted progress.
In letters and editorials from the Crosbyton Review Greenville Banner and J P Wolters the case for separating the University of Texas from the A M College is urged. Proponents argue separate boards allow growth and focus on distinct missions while preserving progress and national resources. The July 24 vote on Article 7 constitutional amendment is urged as the practical path to end interinstitutional conflict and align governance with each school’s needs.
The Texan reader urged support for a July 24 constitutional amendment to detach the Agricultural and Mechanical College from the State University. The Reflector stresses A and M’s distinct role and calls for its adequate future funding.
A letter from Jacob F Wolters to Hon R T Milner of Bryan Texas argues that the University of Texas and the A and M College belong to the people of Texas. He urges patriotic support for both institutions noting their past service and the role of educated Texans. He describes college rivalry turning acrimonious as alumni carry the original fraternal spirit into later years.
Congressman Hatton W. Sumners endorses the Sackett resolution calling for setting aside university lands to the A M College and Prairie View Normal, fully separating the A M College and the Normal from the University, while noting Denton Girls' Industrial College status.
British and American readers learn of a large German offensive aimed at Riga with Petrograd and Berlin issuing official notes. German forces press from Windau toward Riga as heavy fighting continues along the Baltic front. A submarine encounter and the Orduna attack are noted along with U S protest plans.
Passengers aboard the British liner Orduna report a submarine torpedo test on July 9 at dawn, firing six shells that missed. After spotting a sailing vessel with American flags, a torpedo skimmed the stern ten feet away, followed by a submarine surfacing and shell fire that drenched the stern as passengers were called to deck.
Letter from Hatton W. Summers of Dallas argues that Texas A and M College is hindered by its status as part of the University under the constitution. He urges adoption of resolution No. 34 to allow the college to operate independently and serve the people of Texas without legislative and executive confusion.
Washington on July 17 reacted to news of the Orduna attack, unsettled the belief that Germany had ordered submarines not to strike without warning. The incident prompted renewed debate over naval wartime policy and the risks to civilian shipping.
London July 17 Baron Mersey's Lusitania inquiry findings anger American listeners by exonerating the Lusitania captain and Cunard Line while praising crew discipline. He ruled the speed reduction to save coal justifiable as the ship remained faster than any merchantman afloat. The submarine attack was found to intend killing passengers.
Leading typewriter and adding machine firms of the East and Midwest form the American Ammunition Company in New York. The new firm will manufacture fuzes for high explosive shells and received orders worth 10 million dollars this week.
Aubrey Foreman and Ralph Boyett will manage the Gilmer Laundry as the Bryan Steam Laundry machinery is removed and shipped to Gilmer. Foreman and Boyett will relocate from this city with Foreman and his wife moving to Gilmer to run the business under T. P. Boyett, proprietor of the American Steam Laundry.
Wade Cox has purchased the Bryan Cold Drink Stand at the Bryan Pool Hall from Marion Brockman and resumes management of the pool hall. Cox previously held the position, Brockman had held it during his absence, and has now resigned.
The army worm, first spotted recently in South Central Texas, continues to move northward and has now reached Louisiana as of July 17.
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