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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1937

Page

6

Malaria Control Urged in Bryan After Mosquito Survey

Bruce E. Sasse of the State Board of Health outlined a Bryan mosquito survey findings to city commissioners. The report shows 18 of 37 lakes and tanks and five of eight creeks harboring malaria carriers, with 11 ornamental ponds also breeding the mosquitoes. A permanent sanitarian and systematic private-property inspections are urged to curb dengue and malaria and prevent an epidemic.

Bruce E. Sasse State Board of Health Bryan Ivan Langford Sasses Sasse Mr. Sasse

Business Women Elect Officers At Year End Meeting

The Business and Professional Women's Club held its last meeting of the year at Parker Oaks with president Mrs. Lee J. Rountree presiding. Officers elected were Miss Minnie Mae Grubbs president Miss Wesa Weddington first vice president Miss Lucy Harrison second vice president Miss Frances Branch treasurer Miss Velma Erisman recording secretary and Miss Winnie Harris corresponding secretary. The group discussed the upcoming state convention in El Paso and the ten year plan of the National Federation. Mrs J T Mudges was guest of Miss Erisman.

Business and Professional Women’s Club Parker Oaks Lee J. Rountree Minnie Mae Grubbs Wesa Weddington Lucy Harrison Frances Branch Velma Erisman Winnie Harris el Paso National Federation of B P. W J. T. Mudges

Cadets Ordered to Camp Bullis Summer Training

Major C. R. Miller of Allen Military Academy orders cadets from Allen to report June 7 for summer training at Camp Bullis with ROTC. Names include N B Allen Jr Bryan W P Burnell Houston Guy F Boyett College Station and others from Texas cities to complete three years of military training for reserve officer commission as second lieutenant.

C. R. Miller Allen Military Academy Reserve Officers Training Corps Camp Bullis N. B. Allen, Jr Bryan W. P. Burnell Houston Guy F. Boyett College Station J. B. Carter Anahuac C. E. Ingram Galveston Claude Parke Jones, Jr Dublin Matthew LaVail William Ray Reid W. T

Seeger Wins Caldwell District Court Partition Case

Mrs Annie Boyett Seeger secured a judgment in Caldwell district court on Friday in a partition suit over property she claimed an interest in. The case involved risk of foreclosure by Rutland Savings Bank of Rutland. Mrs Seeger was represented by W M Hilliard of Caldwell and W S Barron, while C C Renfro of Dallas spoke for the bank.

Annie Boyett Seeger Caldwell Rutland Savings Bank of Rutland W. M. Hilliard W. S. Barron

Mosquito control on city agenda under WPA project

The city anticipates steps on malaria control and eradicating dengue carrying mosquitoes. A recent meeting enacted an ordinance enabling supervision of private premises and future mosquito control action is expected promptly.

City Commission

Pageant marks end of school year with music themed ceremony

A large crowd witnessed a senior pageant themed on the evolution of music. Miss Ann Seale portrayed the Spirit of Music atop a decorated throne as students from several bands and clubs performed. Diplomas were awarded by E J Jenkins after 113 of 128 seniors had completed their work, with the new high school song sung to conclude the program.

Marcile Martin Robert Cole Nelson Bob Nisbet Mac Stewart Tom Stewart Spirit of Music Ann Seale Travis Bowie Kemp High Duffy School of Dancing Herald E. J. Jenkins Board of Education Supt. S. M. Brown

Funeral Service for Mrs. Tabor Led by Dr. W. H. Andrew

Dr. W H Andrew conducted the funeral for Mrs. Annie Davis Tabor at the family lot in Bryan city cemetery with two hymns sung by Mrs G R Branch. The service reflected on the Tabor and Davis families charter membership and cited proverbs praising a Christian woman. Pallbearers included J Brooks Stevenson and N A Stewart among others from Bryan and Houston.

W. H. Andrew G. R. Branch Tabor Andrew First Baptist Church Annie Davis Tabor O. L. Tabor Bryan City Cemetery McCulloch-Dansby J. Brooks Stevenson N. A. Stewart D. Paul Dansby E. B. Elliott Earl King Bryan Emmett Anderson Houston Fred Malley San Antonio Rose Tabor Charley Cole Bedias Jennie Stevenson

Stolen Bicycle Found With Suspect

A bicycle reported stolen from Marvin Hagemeier Friday was recovered Sunday morning in the possession of Robert Johnson, a negro boy.

Marvin Hagemeier Robert Johnson

Miss Leila Moehlman to Wed Ernest Gregg June 11

Announcement of the marriage plans for Miss Leila Moehlman daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Moehlman to Ernest Gregg on June 11 at 8 oclock at the Moehlman home was shared with friends during a homecoming party for Moehlmans daughters recently returned from Texas State College for Women in Denton. The event featured corsages with wedding announcements pink roses shasta daisies a three course dinner and a miniature bride and groom centerpiece. Friends present included Elizabeth Holmes Anna Lee Ramsey Dorothy Adair Dolores Vance Edith Siddall Octavia Adair Viola Turnham Mildred Fairman Louis Moehlman and Doris Moehlman with Mrs Moehlman assisting.

Leila Moehlman Charles Moehlman Ernest Gregg Moehlman Miss Moehlman Texas State College For Women CSA Denton Elizabeth Holmes Anna Lee Ramsey Uvalde Dorothy Adair Dolores Vance Edith Siddall Anderson Octavia Adair Viola Turnham Mildred Fairman Lelia Moehlman Louis Moehlman Doris Moehlman R. D. Henderson Austin Bryan F. L. Henderson W. H. Andrew W. E. Saunders Willie Saunders Ed Martin Kaufman Martin Resettlement Administration American Legion J. Webb Howell Lexington Miss Tabor North Zulch Fred C. Gage Kurten Millican D. C. Wiley Reliance San Diego Louie Neveaux Houston Neveaux M. M. Erskine Marlin Paul Swancoat Unemployment Administration Madisonville Paul Lucile Gaimore AAA A. & M. College Dallas Lillian Ferguson Paul Ferguson J. J. Parker H. O. Ferguson Ethel Ferguson Hudson Myers George West Myers Rose Kaplan Sam Kaplan H. T. Holland Anna Belle Barnes Stillwater Okla Oklahoma A. & M Miss Barnes G. W. Barnes Winnie Vance George Adams Insurance Agency P. W. Bruner Larry Rosenberg T. A. Sweeney J. F. Taylor Corsicana Sweeney Spruill Cook Alice Clyde Brophie Frank Furman

Brazos County Girl Bride of Popular A. and M. Athlete

Miss Marjorie Neelly and Home H. Pitner, an A and M senior from Denton, were married Saturday night at the bride’s mother’s home in College Park. Rev. James Carlin officiated as athletes from A and M attended as guests and wedding party. the couple plans a honeymoon in San Antonio.

Marjorie Neelly H. Pitner Denton Goree Neelly College Park James Carlin College Station Methodist Church Paul Wofford Arlington Pitner A. G. Neelly San Antonio College Station John Hensarling Wellborn

College View Farm Posted Notice

A posted notice states the College View farm is posted as required by law. It warns trespassers will be prosecuted and is signed by Waldo Walker.

College View Farm

First Automobile Owned In Bryan By M. Bonneville

An 1901 Bryan Brazos county reminiscence recounts M. Bonneville Jr purchasing the first car, a steam Locomobile bought in New York for 650 dollars after the Buffalo Exposition. Winnie Bonneville rode in it, neighbors worried, and horses were frightened by explosions and smoke.

M. Bonneville Jr Brazos County Winnie Bonneville Buffalo Exposition Buffalo N. Y New York Bryan J. B. Stevenson Stevenson Machine Shop Mr. Bonneville Bonnevilles Bonneville Bryan 343

Legion Dedication Service Weathered by Ceremonial Events

Legions ceremony and introduction of distinguished guests precede the dedication service. Ladies Auxiliary and Legionnaires hold a joint session for the dedication to be preached by National chaplain Bryan H. Keathley. A noon dinner follows with the Brenham Citizens Band and Travis Post American Legion Drum and Bugle Corps. Free registration offered for uniformed musical groups. At 1:30 the business session opens under Division Commander E. F. Kruse who is up for election.

Ladies Auxiliary Legionnaires Bryan H. Keathley Brenham Citizens Band Travis Post American Legion E. F. Kruse

Funeral service listing for Smith and George families

Funeral services are announced for Mrs. Schuyler Smith of Crandall and Mr. and Mrs. Waldo George of Ardmore with J. D. George of Sapulpa and C. W. George of Pawhuska among survivors. Evelyn Newcum of Cleveland, Jimmie George of Ardmore, and Ki McReynolds of Sapulpa also named.

Schuyler Smith Crandall Waldo George Ardmore Okla J. D. George Sapulpa C. W. George Pawhuska Evelyn Newcum Cleveland Jimmie George Ki McReynolds

First Baptist Young People Honor Grads

The Senior B T A of the First Baptist Church honored graduates from A M College and Stephen F. Austin High School with a well received program on Sunday evening at seven. Group captains were Lewis Ball and Gilbert Abbe.

A. & M. College Stephen F. Austin High School The First Baptist Church Lewis Ball Gilbert Abbe

Mainly About Folks Mainly About Folks (From Monday's Daily)

Local column lists Bryan area residents visiting relatives and attending events. Names include Hendersons of Austin and Mrs. Elma H. Moore in Palestine, plus families from Houston, Dallas, Denton, Stillwater and more. Social visits, migrations for school, work, and funerals outline a week of community activity.

Funeral Service for Joe Boriskie Held in Leonard

Funeral services were held Sunday at 1 30 PM for Joe Boriskie a 54 year old Leonard resident who died Saturday after a nearly two year illness. Rt Rev J B Gleissner led the service with interment at Mount Calvary cemetery. Boriskie who lived in Brazos county about 50 years farmed here is survived by his wife Mary two sons Frank and Johnny four daughters Annie May Susie Frances and Josephine four brothers Anton Stiney Jacob Lonnie and four sisters Mrs Frank Braczyk Mrs John Bukowski Mrs Frank Zan and Mrs John Kuchembra.

Joe Boriskie Leonard J. B. Gleissner Mount Calvary Cemetery McCulloch-Dansby Company Knights of Columbus Boriskie Shire Brazos County Mary Boriskie Frank Johnny Annie May Susie Frances Josephine Anton Stiney Jacob Lonnie Frank Braczyk John Bukowski Frank Zan John Kuchembra

Armadillo Meat Tasted By Wildlife Inspectors In Texas

COLLEGE STATION May 29 Two field men of the Texas Cooperative Wildlife Service report inspecting a large Trinity county lumber company preserve where armadillo meat was tried as a delicacy. Judge R E Minton of Lufkin announced the evening meal would feature armadillo meat prepared by a negro cook and the dish drew approving reactions from the observers. The recipe involves parboiling the animal then searing it and simmering in a tomato based sauce with vinegar mustard and bay leaf until tender and flavorful.

College Station Texas Cooperative Wildlife Service Trinity County R. E. Minton Lufkin Pres Viand

Water Rates Cut By City Fathers In Drought Relief

City commission fast tracked a summer water rate reduction to start immediately for Bryan residents to protect gardens and lawns. Bills reflecting the lower rate will arrive in July, as the usual July September period would have applied.

Bryan City Commission

Baylor Alumni Day Attracts Bryan People In Waco

Bryan residents attended Baylor university Alumni Day and commencement in Waco with several staying through Monday. Attendees include Mr and Mrs W S Higgs, Mr and Mrs Louis Pistole, Mrs A J Buchanan, John Sidney Smith, Raymond Buchanan, Mrs Warren Thompson, and several Misses Irene Thompson Ethel Thompson Helen Pratas Nell Griffin Eva Mildred Jones and Mary Helen Jones. Baylor graduates this year include Miss Margaret Higgs and Miss Lila Faye Vance now living in Waco both Bryan natives.

Baylor Bryan Waco Baylor University W. S. Higgs Louis Pistole A. J. Buchanan John Sidney Smith Raymond Buchanan Warren Thompson Irene Thompson Ethel Thompson Helen Pratas Nell Griffin Eva Mildred Jones Mary Helen Jones Margaret Higgs Lila Faye Vance Stephen F. Austin High

Dean Brooks to Speak at Baylor Education Conference

Baylor University School of Education in Waco will host a two day curriculum conference on June 4 5 with four general sessions two departmental meetings and round table discussions for teachers and superintendents. Speaker list includes Dr T D Brooks Dean of Arts and Sciences at A & M College.

School of Education Baylor University Waco T. D. Brooks A. & M. College

Breckenridge Church Names Rev McGahey as Pastor

Rev. Philip C. McGahey resigns from Navasota Baptist ministry effective Sunday and accepts the pastorate at First Baptist Church of Breckenridge. The well known Bryan figure previously led Heights Baptist Church in Houston.

Philip C. McGahey Navasota Bryan the Heights Houston First Baptist Church of

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B. & P. W. Officers Lynn Atkins Robert Ball Raymond Ber Willis Blume Ernest Bond Emerson Connell Bryon Covey Jack Crites Billy Davis Webber Dewey J. B. Dunn Ernest Eudaly Johnnie Fleckenster Billy Gammon Truett Godley Jack Gregg Thomas Hall Walter Holden Jane Adams Dorothy Baker Ennie Barnett Aline Cahill Marie Cash Margaret Cazell Dorece Clary June Cochran Doris Conrad Florine Cook Ruth Crenshaw Minnie Denena Zelma Dial Mary V. Dimmitt Lucy Ruth Duncan Merle Dyess Johnnie Easters Dorothy Ellis Pauline Francis Frances Fridel Lucille Gibson Carolyn Glass Ruth Griffin Ardell Hartsfield Julia Holick Joe Hornak Lute Hudspeth Linton Jones Leroy Koenig Adolph Kaplan Bryant Krenek Edward Rubin Odus Lang James Lawrence Henry Lindsey Jack Lindsey Earl McWilliams James Mendl Frank Nayles Tommy Palermo Vivian Hunt Mildred John Eva M. Jones Marjorie Jones Juanita Jones Rebecca Jones Rosemary Knobel Frances Kohler Helen Rubin Virginia Lightsey Clara McBride Helen McDonald Virginia McHaney Kirby McKenzie Louise Manford Eleanor Molesworth Ethel Moody Margaret Morrel Lucille Nevills Cleona Nicholson Mary Nichols Elsie Novosad Louise Perritte Dorothy Pittman Frank Palermo Bill Oscar Patterson David Reed Lee Rosprim Leonard Sabo Malcolm Smith Travis Smith Alvin Syptak Aubrey Tobias Tony Varisco F. J. Vitopil William Washington J. C. Watson Howard Wilson Billy Wilson Vaughn Wilson Dorothy Plagens Helen Regmund Victoria Regmund Louise Reppert Dickey Rice Louise Robinson Katherine Rosprim Lydia Rychlik Mary Alice Saunders Evelyn Schovassa Anna Schulman Margaret Scofield Lola Schulz Carro Mae Seely Anna B. Smith Carolyn Smith Margie Smith Helen Sosolik Ruth Taubenhaus Marguerite Thompson Emmie Lou Vick Josephine Watts Mildred Wiederhold Geraldine Winter Ethel Pearl Watson National Honor Society Waldo Walker M. Bonneville First Baptist Y.W.A Anna B. Thomas Charles Edge George Lescher McGregor R. O. Allen Hal Moseley Dickerson John Caufield Harold Dreyfus New Orleans M. Kahn Margaret Walker Texas University Erect Mills P. Walker J. C. Goldsmith Aubrey Hart Robbie Lyn Robbie Lyn, Were Visitors Sunday In the Home of Mr. Hart's Father, S. C. Hart E. C. Carlyle Francis H. Carlyle California Pisgah San Bernadeen Mountains C. M B. A. Risinger R. R. Shaw Rock Prairie Bryan Satuday J. K C. R. Presnal J. W. Thompson P. L. Barron M. J. Cooper Jimmy Carle Noah Cole Harvey E. M. Seaman H. B. Houston Sam Rasco R. Q. Astin Nina Bess Astin McKinney Bess Laura Heard 8. C. Hoyle Elizabeth Sammons New York City Mission W. D. Stalling W. T. Stallings Sr Dallas Technical High School Kenneth Stallings Edgar Jones Nelson Dulaney R. W. Boswell, Jr Franklin Julia Kirby Boswell Drouth Dean Brooks Breckenridge Church Rev. McGahey Yodora
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