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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1916
Page
4
Living's Cost Compared Across Generations
The article argues that basic living costs are not higher now than in the past, citing affordable socks, hats, and meat bought with modest wages. It notes the real issue is spending beyond means and reflects on how gardens and self-sufficiency have faded with modern life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palestine Herald
Grandpa
Faeba
State Press
In Mexico a Villa Carranza Headstone Quip Emerges
The El Paso Times quotes the Courier-Journal noting a Mexican headstone inscribed with opposing lines for Villa and Carranza. The remark aligns with a broader wartime mood and a jab at leadership, attributed to Watterson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Henry
Courier-Journal
Mexico
America
Villa
Carranza
Colonel Watterson
el Paso Times
Roosevelt Signals Bid for Republican Nomination
The statement implies he will seek the Republican nomination for president if the path allows, signaling readiness to pursue the presidency should the chance arise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
France Pushes for German Peace Request
The statement notes France does not seek direct peace terms from Germany but would welcome Germany to request them. It also emphasizes France is not portrayed as eagerly awaiting any German bid, nor pressing Germany to act immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Germany
Monroe Doctrine Called Living Issue by Borland
Representative William P. Borland of Missouri defends the Monroe Doctrine as a living issue and warns against entangling alliances. He cites its roots in American policy and solidarity of the Americas, arguing it remains central to U S interests and diplomacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William P. Borland
Missouri
Congress
Borland
Americas
James Monroe
United States
Fort Worth
State Press Association Trip Sparks War Costumes Rumor
The Eagle editor plans to attend the State Press Association in El Paso next week. Rumors say military authorities may muster them into the regular army if their warlike attitudes are detected. They mention Col. Nick Houx of Mexia J Felton Lane of Hearne and Ed Blackshear of Nova Scotia as escapes from danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle
State Press Association
el Paso
Col
Nick Houx
Mexia
J. Felton Lane
Hearne
Ed Blackshear
Nova- Sota
Angel child marries again for a green groom
The piece notes an old saying about a widow remarrying to Mr Jack Clifford. It mockingly labels him a grass bridegroom and calls him green.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marrie
Jack Clifford
Eagle retracts claim of GOP Bull Moose merger at Chicago
The Eagle backs away from a prior note that Republicans and Bull Moosers were melting together toward Roosevelt’s nomination in Chicago. It now suggests they may not want Teddy back and that Justice Hughes could secure the nomination, though the Colonel remains a potent influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Chicago
Teddy
Justice Hughes
Public Health First: Clean Public Spaces Urged by Waco Tribune
The editorial argues there is no room for dispute over public cleanliness in frequented places. It asserts health as a prime concern and support for police power to enforce sanitation, endorsing efforts to keep public areas clean, wholesome, and healthy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco Tribune
Married at Wealthy headline sparks satire
The Madisonville Meteor highlights a wedding notice with a playful misprint in a column title. Readers riff on the phrase suggesting how a small word shifts meaning and tone in social notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madisonville
Charges of fraud stain state party convention
The public press discusses alleged fraud and manipulation at the late democratic state convention. If Love won by foul play, the convention brings shame. if Poindexter was fairly elected, Love’s faction bears the disgrace and its consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poindexter
Crop prospects brighten across Brazos County fronts
Reports to The Eagle show overall favorable crop conditions in Brazos County with hail districts completing replanting. Hill crops are strong and Brazos bottom yields are likelier than in 1912, marking an especially positive season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Eagle
Brazos County
Brazos Bottom
Public work in Bryan inspires renewed civic confidence
The ongoing road building program in Bryan fosters renewed hope and restored public confidence as tangible progress influences local sentiment and optimism about future improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Eagle drives modernization of awnings on Main Street
The Eagle continues its Bryan campaign for modern and uniform storefront awnings. Old, out of date monstrosities are being removed gradually, with progressive improvements visible as businesses adopt the new style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Floods Ravage County Crops and Roads After Heavy Rains
The Madisonville Meteor reports that last Saturday’s heavy washing rains caused severe crop damage across the county. Creeks and low lands overflowed, roads were washed out, and some areas became impassable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madisonville
Known at the Bank Helps But Also Hinders Access
The Mineral Wells Index notes that a man must be known at the bank to obtain money but cautions that excessive renown can clog the process. It implies social factors influence financial access in banking.
Admission of Negro Women’s Clubs to Federation Sparks Split
The biennial meeting of the Women’s Clubs in New York debates allowing Negro women’s clubs to join the federation. Southern members oppose, arguing withdrawal would follow and that Southern Black women accept their place separate from whites, echoing Booker T. Washington's teachings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
South
Negro Club
Booker T, Washington
Roasting Cars and Watermelons Stir Local Curiosity
The discussion notes residents asking how roasters and watermelons appear in town. Friends bring large bundles to the office to display results of their handiwork, while officials refrain from drawing further conclusions pending investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Eagle
Athens Review
This Surely Baffles Us at the San Antonio Convention
The Waco Times-Herald editorial questions Dr. Arthur James Barton, head of the Anti-Saloon League, for opposing the state Democratic convention. It argues the convention endorsed Wilson, included prohibitionists, and elected pro-prohibition delegates and national committeemen, despite Barton's desires. The piece suggests Barton and like-minded prohibitionists seek influence within party leadership to advance their cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco Times-Herald
Arthur James Barton
Anti-Saloon League
San Antonio
Wilson
Dr. Barton
Ohio
Houston Post
Prohibition
Judge Wear
Judge Poindexter
Jacob Wolters
Ferguson
Editor Frank Estes Declares Candidacy for Robertson County
The Franklin Central Texan editor Frank Estes announces his bid for the Robertson County legislature. He is described as a safe conservative with intimate knowledge of public questions and suitable qualities for a state representative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Frank Estes
Franklin Central Texan
Robertson County
Estes
Hold My Horse A Private Chafes At Command
A Dallas department store clerk now in an army company acted impudently toward a superior officer at headquarters. The officer ordered him to hold the horse and he replied rudely. The incident highlights strict military deference despite citizen status and friendships among militia members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas Militia Refusal Sparks Martial Court Martial Question
The Dallas Democrat questions presidential and war department authority to try 116 Texas militiamen by military court martial for refusing to swear into federal service. It asserts the federal Dick law conflicts with the U S constitution and asks whether executive power overrides state militia rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Wilson
War Baker
Texas
Dallas
Anti prohibitionists seize control at San Antonio convention
Joe Bailey led the convention at San Antonio while Ferguson opponents from El Paso joined forces with his side. The Tom Ball Tom Love Cullen Thomas Morris Sheppard and Dr Barton factions formed the anti prohibitionist majority, crushing the rival bloc and steering the proceedings from start to finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Bailey
el Paso
San Antonio
Ferguson
Tom Ball
Tom Love
Cullen Thomas
Morris Sheppard
Dr. Barton
No Idle Hands In Bryan County Warned By Editor
A Bryan editor blasts loafers amid county farm work in progress urging forced labor or fair share of meals. The piece declares idlers must work or be fed by others and calls for swift action against idleness.
Texas warehouse and marketing dept profit question raised
The East Texas Register asks who, besides employees, have benefited from profits tied to the Texas warehouse and marketing department, requesting identification of any external beneficiaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Warehouse and Marketing Department
The
Register
East Texas Register
Farm labor diverted to street and brick work impact cotton season
The street work brick building work and good roads work have absorbed a large percent of the labor and farmers complain of trouble in securing cotton choppers and hands for other farm work.
Our Bird Protectors and Local Insect Control
Native birds consume many pest species with specific counts cited. Birds like kingbirds robins and blackbirds are noted for eating weevils gypsy moths cut worms and plant-lice, including a scarlet tanager preying on 35 gypsy moths per minute for 18 minutes and two warblers consuming 3560 plant-lice in 40 minutes.
Outrage Alleges Baker Move On National Guard Trials
The Eagle denounces Secretary Baker’s reversal of waiting for Wilson’s sign on the new military law and orders immediate court martial for 116 Texas New Mexico and Arizona National Guard members who refused to muster into the regular army. It calls the plan a damnable outrage and warns of loss of liberty and republican ideals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Wilson
National Guard
Texas
New Mexico
Arizona
Russia
United States
Republic
George Washington
A Baby's Needs in Simple Daily Care
A concise list outlines daily care for an infant including regular bathing and sleep, consistent feeding with mother's milk, comfortable clothing, clean air and water, and supervision by a doctor, with birth registration and two healthy parents noted.
Not a Baby Needs Pacifiers or Old Wives Advice
A Texas Bulletin item lists obsolete remedies and warnings about soothing syrup, dope, flies, filth, and adult foods. It condemns outdated household advice from old women and rejects kisses on the mouth as guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Bulletin
Spinster advised to wed for height as solution
A witty old saying suggests a spinster who desires more height should consider marriage to gain stature. The remark frames splicing into matrimony as a quick fix for personal stature.
Band Concert at A. and M. Draws Bryan Citizens
Bryan residents attended a Sunday afternoon concert by the A. and M. band directed by Band Master P. B. Day. The ideal weather brought many in, with 12 numbers performed, praised as masterpieces. Day is regarded as among the nation’s best bandmasters and the hope is for larger audiences next session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
P. B. Day
Day
Bible Study Initiative At A and M College Discussed
Dr. Eby visits A and M to study Bible instruction with President Bizzell and Y M C A leaders. A conference with Dr. Eby of the University of Texas considered offering college credit for Bible study work. He addresses cadets in the chapel and the Y M C A Bible School of about 500 men and staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. & M. College
Bizzell
Steger
Frederick Eby
University of Texas
Seed Man in City Visits Seed Dealers
Philip Bailey of the Texas Seed and Floral Company Dallas spent yesterday in the city with local seed men. He called at The Eagle office and said garden and truck farms in the section should be the best in many years as demand for seed is at a peak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Bailey
Texas Seed and Floral Company of
Dallas
Bailey
Eagle
Opportunities Risk Default Without Dollar Sign Clarity
A concise clause notes that opportunities may lapse if they are not accompanied by explicit dollar amounts. The maker urges attaching financial terms to prevent misinterpretation and ensure binding offers.
Notice of Sheriff Sale in Brazos County Texas 1916
Sheriff sells property in Brazos County to satisfy a judgment in favor of Mrs. Josie Sheets. Auction set for the first Tuesday in June 1916 at the Brazos County courthouse in Bryan. Property includes Lots 6 and 7, Block 44 in Bryan, formerly owned by J. F. Mitchell and J. L. Mitchell. Amount due $552.75 plus interest and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County of
Brazos
District Court of
Brazos County
Josie Sheets
M. EB. Alexander
W. A. Alexander
Alice Ball
W. R. Ball
Effie L. MelIntyre
Edward MelIntyre
Jack F. Mitchell
H. C. Robinson
Rotan Grocery Company
Court House
Bryan
Texas
J. F. Mitchell
J. L. Mitchell
Notice on responsible payment approvals for road work contractors
County Judge J. T. Maloney warns all sellers of goods tied to good roads work must secure contractor approval before being held responsible for payments. The notice applies to groceries, dry goods, feeds and any items except road construction materials. Ball and Joe Bailey clash in a heated exchange noted in the same report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Maloney
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