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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1924
Page
2
Rates and distribution options listed for carriers and mail in advance including one month, three months, six months, and one year. The Weekly Eagle in Braz appears with pricing for one year and six months and notes Thursday publication. A note confirms Associated Press rights for use of news dispatches and local news, with republication reserved.
A fiery call urges readers to boost their town and work hard for growth. It promotes civic effort, warns against procrastination, and extols boosters who support local business and taxpayers. The piece blends exhortation with rustic imagery and a call for collective action.
The article argues small town papers need signed contributions from readers to maintain credibility. It warns against unsigned pieces or those signed as “Contributed” or “A Local Reader” as editors risk losing legitimacy and readers.
The Dallas Times-Herald comments on President Bizzell of A and M proposing extended study hours and fewer social activities. It argues longer days could deepen learning but risks easy discipline and loafing unless athletics are scaled. It adds that true greatness shows in simplicity and the right kind of riches.
The column argues for enforcing dimmer use on automobile headlights to protect drivers and others. It cites College road incidents, notes past accidents, and states County Attorney Oak McKenzie will back enforcement of dimmer or dimmed lenses on cars to prevent further danger.
The Eagle recalls a Kurten club girl selling tomatoes and lauds county agents from the extension service of A and M College for training youth and helping farmers keep children on the farm. It questions why some counties underestimate agents and urges support and gratitude.
Community notice urges citizen and city cooperation to eliminate mosquito breeding sites in Bryan. Emphasizes removing standing water and using kerosene on residual pools, with reporting to authorities if needed. Warns vacant lots invite pests and disease and frames mosquito control as shared responsibility.
A passage argues that some men rely on wives as nursemaids from infancy to maturity. It contends a man is weak when his wife controls his major decisions. It notes much is said of self made men but little about nurse maid men.
A heated defense of press freedom arguing printers influence and accountability. It reflects on educator insults to reporters, the power of newspaper coverage to shape reputations, and the consequences for those who attack journalists. It questions who bears responsibility when a Texas educator condemns a reporter to harsh criticism.
A satirical Exchange note mocks the bonus bill by offering a nonsensical formula to compute veterans' benefits. It wryly instructs using absurd steps involving serial numbers, historical ages, grains of wheat, and river bites before advising to discard the calculation and pray.
In a playful piece M Wise argues that modern women may marry faster than in June due to changes like bobbed hair and jazz. He cites bachelors in Bryan and notes spring could bring earlier weddings with flappers and party culture shaping courtship dynamics.
Anonymous reflection extols the virtue of fair dealing in business. It praises justice kindness and integrity as core to a man’s character beyond wealth and possessions, suggesting true strength and enduring friendships arise from honorable conduct.
President Bizzell of A and M College pleads for extended school hours amid concerns students waste time on amusements. The shorter day aimed to aid poor families by children aiding chores and supporting households, not for riotous petting parties or auto rides.
The Index of Williamsport, Penn asserts that Prohibition fosters thrift and safer work more effectively than widely touted campaigns. It argues Prohibition serves as a comprehensive remedy reducing jail, poor house, and asylum populations.
The church should not be a gallery or hospital but a moral focus. Henry Ward Beecher argues for a practical view of church purpose. A motorist maxim advises to expect the unexpected and cope with danger to life or property.
A short editorial quip notes that an idle brain breeds mischief while productive effort yields results. It underscores the value of diligent work and wisening choices to avoid temptation and waste.
A Shakespeare line notes that even the smallest worm can revolt when trodden upon, illustrating a theme of hidden resistance rising from subservient beings. The aphorism suggests collective or quiet defiance against oppression.
The McLennan County Bar endorses Judge J A Stanford for Associate Justice of the Tenth Court of Civil Appeals Place No 2. The letter cites his standing as a citizen and Christian gentleman, judicial mind, and study of the law. Signers include numerous bar members and officials.
Friends gathered at Mrs. L. A. Plasek’s Baker avenue home on June 12 to celebrate Albin Plasek’s birthday. The dining room overflowed with flowers and an eighteen candle cake as refreshments of ice cream cake and lemonade were served to guests Christina Weinzeil Laura Weinzeil Mary Stasny Lucile Fuller Hermina Boriskie Leona Scott Franie Krolczyk Christina Stasny Manuel Withers Frankie Koneeny Willie Dobrovolny Bruno Krolezyk Archie Scott.
The Navasota Country Club formed a permanent organization after securing a Texas state charter. Four permanent directors will serve for life: C. E. Henry, G. H. Elliott, J. N. Baylor, and A. J. Youens, joined by five other directors from Bryan and Navasota. Paul Freeman was elected president with Roy Hudspeth as first vice president. The club, with about seventy-two members, plans to expand access to church groups and others, and will maintain the Government locks site on Brazos River for recreation and fishing.
The article recalls the old interurban project often called the Peavine Railroad to Brazos Bottom. It outlines the plan to join the Bryan College line with Bottom traffic, possible depots, and a Main Street crossing, plus a fatal accident during early track removal and the subsequent abandonment of the line.
Mary Stallon 16, Italian resident, was hit by a Stephan Bottling Works truck driven by Homer Satterwhite near the Joe Scanlin store. She escaped broken bones but suffered bruises and minor cuts and was taken to Bryan Hospital for a few days of observation. The incident occurred as a crowd of cars lined the street and Mary reportedly ran into the street to fetch a younger brother. The driver stated the street was narrow and children crossed ahead. The insurer for Stephan is handling protections.
A long editorial argues for a county wide park free of sectional influence. It favors a large accessible site with water and highway access, avoiding local rivalries. A. W. Buchanan signs as a community advocate for the county’s best interests.
J A Rychbick from Edge brought a load of cabbages described as three rows stretching as long as Main Street of Bryan. He sold to outlying stores earning 45 dollars, including a 12 pound head at 48 cents. He noted gardens thriving this season despite generally poor crop yields from excess rain.
A Fourth of July picnic is planned at the Bohemian Hall in Wheelock. A barbecue dinner will be served at 1 p.m. followed by dancing at night. the event invites all community members.
An advertisement touts Borozone a liquid and powder wound healer that purports to purify wounds of infection and speed flesh healing. Liquid price 20c 6% and 1.20 powder 80c and 60c sold by M H James Drug Co. Both stores.
The Royal Ambassadors of the First Baptist church ages ten to fourteen hiked to a lake in Vicks pasture south of the city and spent the night in camp style. D. H. Peeples led the group with a campfire supper frogs and mosquitoes provided entertainment. They woke at dawn and returned home promising another trip.
Judge George W. Barcus and Mrs Barcus of Waco visited Bryan to campaign for reelection as Associate Justice of the 10th Court of Civil Appeals Place No 1. He has McLennan County and district bar endorsements and is a member of the prominent Barcus family. He was appointed by Governor Neff last year as the court was created. He planned a tour through Hearne Wheelock and Franklin.
J A Rychlik of Edge announces the Brazos County Farm Bureau has grown from 93 members at year's start to well over 200. He credits farmers waking to the value of collaboration and collective effort over opposition and competition.
Mrs J W Batts, her son Billy, and Mrs Howard Burt depart Sunday for Toronto Canada. Mrs Batts and Billy will continue to New York City for summer vacation and business. Mrs Burt will stop in Toronto then proceed 300 miles north to Bigkin Inn for the Kappa Kappa Gamma national convention where she serves as secretary. The trio plans to be away about a month and return separately after Toronto.
Irene Perez daughter of Antonio Perez died Thursday at 10 a.m. Her home was with Lee Viviano on West 28th Street. Funeral held at St. Joseph's Church at 7 a.m. Interment followed in City Cemetery. Arrangements by KE F Parks Co.
Mr and Mrs W M McDonald and daughter Irma of Huntsville arrived Saturday to visit J T McDonald and family.
Advertised medicated liquid for dental use promises relief of sore gums and bleeding within 12 hours. It claims to reach tooth roots, tighten loose teeth, heal pus pockets, and kill pyorrhea germs without dental chair treatment or expense.
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