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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
2
The Bryan Weekly Eagle, published Thursdays in Brazos County, lists subscription rates and post office details from 1911. Mesdames W. R. Fairman, Will Poindexter and Miss Mattie Long will motor to Navasota Monday morning for an elaborate bridge party hosted by Mrs. Roy Long.
Hon R E L Knight of Dallas backs Col Clarence Ousley for United States senator. Bob Knight and Barry Miller, both Dallas residents, back Charley Culberson. Barry campaigned on the stump. Potential stump appearances by Bob could spark spirited crowds and patriotic fervor.
In sworn statements Mr and Mrs Gifford Pinchot of Pennsylvania de clare they spent 129000 to win the republican nomination for governor of Pennsylvania. Gifford is a good sport and has plenty of money. But few men are willing to spend 129 000 to secure a 10000 per year of fice for two years. It might be pla carded over Pennsylvania that no poor man need apply for office.
The Wilmington News notes a lighthearted contrast between simple daily motions and popular clubs. It quips that frowning uses many facial muscles while smiling is easy, and remarks on woodworking and cotton picking as odd fitness ideas. It observes interest in rowing and pistol clubs draws social chatter.
Monty of Monty's Monthly attended the Galveston bathing revue and, moved by the crowd of 150000, slipped a blind spectator a five dollar bill. He said he became so liberal he had to borrow money to return to McAllen as he grows older.
Editor Cha DeVall cites Editor Lee J Rountree in Bryan Eagl stating he will not run for Lieutenant Governor but will run for the legislature. The note claims he would be better served in the House than as Senate presiding officer, with a belief in his election.
A group whipped a Shreveport man and gave him $10 to buy a ticket to Dallas. They labeled him an undesirable crook and warned he could not stay in Jefferson, claiming they would help crooks in Dallas.
Judge J Felton Lane and several editors from Hearne Calvert Franklin Caldwell Brenham Thorndale Rockdale Cameron and others along the Brazos tributaries failed to attend the Reclamation meeting in Bryan last Tuesday. The commentary asks what was the matter and notes the missed gathering.
The Eagle laments a Dallas crowd of about fifty men and women who arranged their headlights to illuminate two intoxicated, bloodstained girls in a brutal scene for the sake of a degenerate man. It condemns judges, newspapers, and ministers for focusing on false lines and theories, calling them degenerates and promising divine judgement.
The Honey Grove Citizen cites Col. H B Ballew offering campaign speeches for the legislature. The letter recalls past Sulphur Springs sermons at Rev Bonnie Grimes and praises his large heart, inviting him to Bryan to speak in the historic town and joking about Methodist chicken or fish.
A Waco newspaper man cites a Houston incident where a prisoner shot during an escape attempt and a child was killed by police. He argues for enforcing law and stopping mob justice, contending criminals should be punished without vigilante acts.
Miss Ruby Josey and Norman Boswell of Hearne were married at Judge A G Cobb's residence at 9 30 Saturday evening. Miss Myrtle Josey witnessed the ceremony then the couple traveled by automobile to Bryan for a short stay. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs Lee Josey and known for her sweet disposition. The groom, son of Mr and Mrs R Boswell, is from Robertson county. They will reside temporarily at the groom's parents' home.
A Hearne subscriber urges readers to push back against perceived hijackers and crooks. The writer claims normalcy will return if every able-bodied person in the United States goes to work, prompting a call to action for the public.
The Dallas News reports Chicago blasts a summer resort image while noting heat waves, deadly winds, and a surge of fires and violence. It highlights soaring rents, graft in trades, arson, and organized crime as Chicago supposedly endures deadly conditions and law violations.
Sov. Lee J. Rountree of Brazos county Texas is urged to run for lieutenant governor. Drafted to the Texas legislature in 1920 he avoided office seeking yet is praised for strong education advocacy including A and M College bills. As Bryan Eagle editor and longtime educator he is lauded as a gentleman of high intelligence with broad Texas support anticipated.
A detailed guide on balanced rations for laying hens, stressing breeding for egg production, proper protein and mineral intake, and the role of dry mash. It covers essential components like beef scraps, green feed, and oyster shell, plus a two-stage daily feeding plan and non sudden diet changes. It notes environmental considerations in Texas and recommends rye in colder areas.
Rev J J Tatum was returned from Waco where he accompanied his daughter Mrs Lee May home in his automobile.
C. H. B. Graham of Harvey was among business farmers in town today trading with local merchants.
A poetic tribute to Lillian Rus, praising her famed beauty and reflecting on life, fate, and divine judgment as echoes of a bygone era. The piece frames beauty as a universal call that reaches all people, rich and poor alike.
Railroads could improve profits by boosting activity and efficiency. The piece criticizes government dependence in the industry and urges railroads to increase effort and focus on work rather than relying on higher salaries or government support.
The Houston Chronicle hints editor Tom Perkins cannot keep up with alpine travels. It teases his return to hot Collin County, implying a failure to adventure in the Rockies and joking about his limits with cold mountains.
The piece laments mob actions in Jackson Michigan where an axe killed a girl allegedly by twenty three men and in Dallas a hostile crowd formed around two drunken girls and a degenerate man. It argues newspapers soften with term mob while mob behavior appears universal.
The piece recounts cattle theft threats on the Pacific Coast and recalls past Texas cattle rustling where many suspects were shot and hanged. It notes Lord Northcliffe’s US visit and bootleg whiskey sales, then his call to repeal prohibition, while cautioning against endorsing shoot to kill tactics yet opposing blanket repeal of criminal law.
The marriage of D. S. Buchanan of Bryan to Miss Trula Jackson of Buda Texas was solemnized June 5 at the bride’s relatives home in Bryan. Rev E Ours of San Marcos officiated with the ring ceremony as guests admired white and green bridal decorations. The couple will reside on the A&M College campus after June 11 and plan visits to San Antonio Houston Galveston and Wharton.
A copy of the Albuquerque Morning News shared by Cliff Harris prompts praise for New Mexico’s development. Harris notes the state’s roads irrigation and flood control compared to Texas, arguing Texas could similarly improve to yield a wonderful country.
Mrs. Charles Marten reports the death Sunday of Carroll Blaine Cook of Chicago Illinois aged 36. Known as Dixie Carroll he led the Western Newspaper Union edited the National Sportsman and chaired the American Anglers League. Survived by wife parents Prof and Mrs C2 Cook of Pittsburg three brothers and two sisters. Funeral set for Thursday in Pittsburg Iowa.
Franklin Texas June 9 Luther A Johnson of Corsicana is the only candidate for the democratic nom ination for congress from the sixth district after filing deadline. Judge W C Davis of Bryan, 85th judicial district, serving Robertson and Brazos counties, will also be unopposed for re election.
Mr and Mrs Anton Ernst depart Monday for a European summer. They will visit their son in Houston for a family reunion, then travel to New Orleans to embark June 16 on the Ss Mansdam, with stops in Havana and Barcelona before arriving in Rotterdam. The itinerary includes Holland Belgium Paris and major battlefields. They plan to see Oberammergau Passion Play and attend Munich Stuttgart and Donny Eschieger festivals, visit Mulhouse Alsace Strasseburg University, and return to Bryan for the open.
Bryan friends report Mr and Mrs J E Stanford and family are traveling by auto through West Texas with stops at Austin San Marcos and New Braunfels. They reached Kerrville their destination and describe a delightful trip and are pleased with their surroundings.
Mr John M Lawrence is confined at home with slight disposition as reported in local notices.
Bryan city commission plans a July 11, 1922 bond election of $42,000 with about $32,000 for street paving and $10,000 to repair the East Side school building. Election notice will be issued by the commission.
College Station Texas June 13 for the twelfth consecutive year the A M College of Texas has been designated as a distinguished college by the War Department. Telegram to President W B Bizzell notes the designation following Washington board inspection. Since 1910 A M has held the rank for efficiency in military organization and training, ranking among the nation’s best. The distinction allows the college to name nine graduates for commissions as second lieutenants after completing the four year military course.
Brazos County Red Cross moves its offices from the rear of First National Bank to the second floor of the Wagner Building over Wallace Pritting Company. A reception area, chapter secretary office and a modern health center for public nurse Miss Celia M Cross will be installed. A health conference led by Mira Crosse and local physicians will be held July 5 to 7.
Governor Pat M. Neff sent a letter to Reverend Calmes pastor of the Christian Church praising his sermon on law enforcement and expressing sincere appreciation for the important message conveyed, as reported in the Bryan Eagle.
The Brazos County Poultry Association met Monday night June 12 in the Channel of Commerce rooms with President J F Oates presiding and Secretary W O Sanders at the desk. F W Kazmeier spoke on the White Leghorn with a live bird, followed by talks from Prof T J Conway, Ross M Sherwood and C E Bobo. Barred Rocks will be the July 3 discussion topic and July 7 meeting with Bryan Rotary is planned. The annual show was moved to December 6-8, 1922 due to conflicts with other meetings. The meeting drew wide local interest and attendance.
The Edge 4th of July picnic will relocate about a quarter mile southwest due to floods but keeps its name. All are invited with baskets, free ice water, a baseball game, and candidate speeches planned in election year. Committee members E. J. Payne S. P. Moore Jim Hous D. I. Boyd announce.
Mudville and Smetana have met three times this season. The first game ended in a 12 to 13 tie, the second Mudville won 6 to 1, and the third Sunday finished 7 to 7 in a draw. Crowds show great interest. another Mudville versus Pitts Bride game is scheduled for Sunday at Mudville.
Prof and Mrs H E Smith plan a journey east and north via Houston New Orleans and Louisville to Indianapolis to visit their oldest son. After a short stay, Mrs Smith attends the Sixteenth Biennial Convention of the General Federation of Womens Clubs at Chautauqua New York, joining the Texas delegation leaving Dallas June 10. They expect to bring back gems of thought for their home clubs next year.
Misses One Carrol Tyra Morgan and Mary Galbraith of Bryan were in our city Saturday. Hearne Democrat notes the social visit and local interest in their appearance.
Mrs J FE Dishman and a companion labeled non Fi Har ry are visiting friends and relatives in Fort Worth and in Denton during a short trip.
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