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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1928
Page
2
Bryan Weekly Eagle tax and mailing notice details outline post office classification, editor credits, Associated Press rights, advertising representatives, and subscription rates for Brazos County. It lists monthly and annual rates, with emphasis on reproduction rights for AP dispatches and local news publication.
The article notes engineers due for a pay increase next year from a current rate of 300 dollars a month, reflecting training and responsibility. It also highlights the July issue of East Texas magazine focusing on education and facilities, praising East Texas institutions and educational leadership.
Brazos county residents are reminded they may vote by absentee ballot if out of the county on primary election day. See A. S. McSwain, county clerk, for details and be sure to vote as your choice may be decisive.
Benjamin A. Ruffin of Richmond Virginia has been chosen international president of the Lions Clubs. He combines business success with scholarship and joins many prominent national leaders in the organization’s ranks.
Senator Joe Robinson of Arkansas candidate for Vice President will address a Dallas audience this fall. The piece notes the Democratic primary July 28 and the A and M Short Course starting July 26. It argues political relief comes from educating former boys and girls rather than from electing certain candidates.
The piece notes sky high call money, higher than years, despite prior two years of low rates. It suggests the presidential year may partly explain the rise and cites Republican needs of 3 million dollars for Hoover campaign and 4 million for a Pennsylvania senate race, while pondering Al Smith’s business backer.
Governor Dan Moody travels the state in a brisk re election bid. He delivers calm recitals of his administration over the past two years rather than heated opposition blasts.
The Knight Templars held this year’s convention in Detroit near the Canadian border and voted to meet next year in Minneapolis marking a planned relocation of the gathering.
Voters face a critical turnout next Saturday July 28 as county and state races decide who leads. The piece urges full public participation, warning that abstaining will cede power to a few and mute citizen voices in governance.
Al Smith waits on a radio hookup to launch his Presidency bid as radio offers benefits and drawbacks. Railroads lose access to campaign itineraries while candidates stay home and seek public support. Crop prospects look strong in Brazos and nearby counties but rain is needed. West Texas suffers severe drought.
John Henry Kirby of Houston has been appointed finance chairman of the Texas Democratic committee. The move follows Jesse Jones’s rise and could give Kirby a chance to raise funds, though critics question potential gains.
Saturday marks election day with the first Democratic primary in Texas. Brazos county expects record turnout due to high interest in county offices and the U.S. Senate race drawing attention to state offices. Citizens are urged to vote to honor forefathers who fought for this privilege.
A bank near Port Arthur closed yesterday signaling a rare event in modern times. The author notes tighter banking laws and state supervision have reduced bank failures since before the Federal Reserve Banks were established.
Grain prices slipped to new lows yesterday with wheat at a record low for the year. Analysts note 1927 saw steady price rises, but this year prospects for a bumper Canadian crop may temper gains and keep markets uncertain.
A Bryan local theater presented a moving picture praised for clever titles and superb arrangement. It features Allen Academy Villa Maria and Bryan homes along with A and M College students shearing sheep working in the mechanical laboratory and a fine dairy herd. The production reflects credit on Bryan and A and M College with high commendation for the educational committee.
A man and woman in Bastrop stand trial for planning the husband’s death for insurance. Rumors tie the man to a prior poisoning of his wealthy father last fall. Prosecutors claim both suspects face possible execution if convicted.
John J. Raskob admits it is too much to run two machines at once as he leads the finance committee for Al Smith. He will sever relations with General Motors and return after the election. If he can keep Smith’s machine running smoothly, he will outdo Ford’s new model feat.
The first Texas primary will be held Saturday with candidates active nationwide offices. Citizens eligible are urged to vote, as local issues rival national stakes in seriousness and impact.
Secretary Sam E. Eberstadt of the Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce announces a $25 premium for the first bale brought to Bryan. The bale must be delivered to the warehouse, in keeping with the chamber's annual custom.
C H C Braden, formerly Bryan high school athletics coach, has been elected publicity director and alumni editor of the Colorado School of Mines magazine at Golden. He previously taught English here while directing athletic activities.
Mr and Mrs W S Howell and Mr and Mrs J Webb Howell will return to Bryan on August fifth after a month long vacation through North Carolina South Carolina and Virginia. They travel by automobile and report an enjoyable trip with especially engaging scenery.
Political writer Glenn Pricer forecasts from 70 counties about 350000 Texas primary votes. Moody leads in governor and U.S. Senate races, Miller tops lieutenant governor, Connally favored second in Senate after first primary. Moody’s strength statewide. Miller strongest in big cities. The forecast says Moody wins in the first primary.
John R. Bender died in Houston at an early hour after an operation. He was a former A and M College freshman coach who had left the school a year ago. Funeral services were held at Morse Funeral Chapel, and his body was shipped to Sutton Nebraska, his family home. He leaves a wife and three children.
F. L. Henderson and R. V. Armstrong announce election judges across Brazos County voting boxes. Listings include Millican, College, Harvey, Smetana, Edge, Kurten, Allenfarm, and city hall stations with named judges such as J. Walter Smith, A. G. Neeley, W. J. Gandy, Noah Cole, Tom Elliott, Joe Locke, Otto Plagen, and W. H. Hendrick.
Bob Dowdy about 25 a Southern Methodist University student in Dallas died after his parachute failed during a Leonard anniversary event. He plunged 3000 feet while three flyers staged jumps with Joe Tole piloting the plane. Dowdy previously jumped successfully and planned another jump that day.
Dr J H Hance head of geology at A and M College resigns to become head of the school of mines at Oregon State College Corvallis Oregon. Resignation effective September 1. The college and Bryan people regret their departure but extend best wishes.
George W. Davlin aged 64 cattleman and former Robertson county sheriff died Sunday in Houston after living in Franklin fifty years. Survived by wife three daughters Mrs Woods Mrs Daniel and Mrs Walker one son J W Davlin and several grandchildren. Body sent to Franklin for burial in East Boone cemetery this afternoon.
Mr and Mrs G L Crawford formerly with the Experiment Station at A and M College now with the U S Department of Agriculture in cotton marketing division stationed at Washington DC greet Bryan and College friends They reside at Valley Vista Apartment 404 Belmont Road and Ashmead Place NW Washington DC They enjoy a pleasant trip and a homey view from their living room and consider keeping Barred Rocks in the park to ease homesickness for Bryan
Aunt Fanny Holland marked her 74th birthday with a large Steep Hollow gathering. Relatives from Brazos county and distant parts of the state brought foods, music, and a grand feast under oaks. Dozens of neighbors and friends joined the celebration, presenting a cake with 74 candles and songs led by J. C. Cloud.
A final yearly report shows 11 744 deves terraced on 158 farms in Harrison county with M C Jaynes assisted by five men and levels from Marshall firm workers for 150 days.
J Fred Smith died Wednesday July 18 1928 at 9 pm in a local hospital after a lingering illness. He was married to Laura Sims and is mourned in Bryan where he was beloved. His wife died in 1918 and he was buried beside her in Bryan city cemetery. Funeral services were held Thursday at 5 o clock from the home of Dr and Mrs B A Sims. Rev A F Ainsworth conducted services with McCulloch Dansby funeral directors in charge. Pallbearers: J W Batts T A Adams Jack Johnson W P Moore Sam F B Cavitt T D Wilson.
In Houston on July 21 Mr and Mrs Sam H Earnest paid cash for a second grocery lot. Real estate man Karl C Bradley witnessed the unusual down payment of 440 dimes totaling 44 dollars placed in a cigar box on the lawn. The sale was recorded at the courthouse after the handshake.
Rev F C Hensley pastor of the Millican charge led a week long revival at Prospect School House with strong attendance and harmony. He preached and administered the Lord's Supper at the eleven o'clock service. J C Risinger and family from Seymour visited the George M Terry household for a week then returned home Sunday morning. Johnny Cheatham of Goose Creek and Miss Maude Beal of this neighborhood were married at Bryan Saturday afternoon with Judge Joe Magee presiding. Miss Beal departs for a new home with best wishes from many friends. Ed Beal of Goose Creek spent the weekend with relatives, returning Sunday afternoon.
A Millican barn in Brazos county burned destroying about 2,000 bales of hay. A passerby from Navasota saw the blaze from Erwin but could not locate it precisely. Mr Williams saved livestock and harness but cannot save the day. No loss estimate reported at this office.
The pine belt stands out as Texas' most valuable forest asset with notable worth and significance in the region's timber landscape.
Special to The Eagle outlines the Capper Ketchum Act of 1928 extending home demonstration work to more youths. It details funding, county agent staffing, and shifts toward broader Boys and Girls Club programs, with emphasis on equal gender representation and state matching requirements.
Famous actress Ellen Terry has died in Small Hythe Kent England, at her residence, ending a celebrated stage career. Her death was reported today.
Pecos county voters approved road bonds totaling 500000 dollars in a Saturday election. Fort Stockton led with a large majority, Buena Vista backed bonds strongly, while Iraan voted heavily against. Most of the eastern county towns supported the measure as part of a wide margin.
Tahoka resident Mrs. Edd Anderson of the Slash L Club in Lynn County earned first place in the county living room contest and again first in the district. Her room, judged by Bernice Clayton of the A and M Extension Service, now competes with eight other districts for a state placement.
Judge W C Davis rushed to Shiro Sunday due to his father H G Davis's critical illness. He then returned to Bryan late Sunday and left for Franklin Monday morning to hold court amid family concerns. H G Davis aged 82 and wife aged 77 in frail condition. Street railway firms run about 16 000 more miles than in 1920 including bus routes.
Advert reads buyers seeking hogs weighing from fifty pounds upward. Contact phone number 235 or see PL HW Hensarling for details.
James P. Rogers, candidate for the legislature, announced his bid for speaker of the state house. He noted that no Houston man has held the post and argued Houston deserves recognition for its services to democracy.
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