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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1934
Page
4
The article presents a legal and editorial rights statement from The Associated Press noting exclusive use of AP news dispatches and local news published in the paper. It reserves all rights for reproduction of AP content and special dispatches.
Bryan officials and Texas citizens joined a Saturday gathering in Lufkin for the dedication of a two story division highway building. The center of highway activity will be Lufkin with many division employees based there. A similar headquarters could be established in Bryan if a suitable site is provided.
A Texas Huntsville ceremony dedicated the largest log building in the state as a Boy Scout lodge funded by R. A. Josey. He said the gift would yield profits in stronger citizenship through supervised recreation shaping youth into responsible, lawabiding adults, a plan echoed by Bryan advocates urging similar programs to curb youth delinquency.
The Research and Planning Division of the NRA reports mill demand requires at least 10 more hours weekly beyond the two 40 hour shifts. 1932-33 per capita consumption reached 26.88 pounds, with US annual consumption around 2.907 billion pounds over years including 1921 and 1930-33. General Johnson’s action remains uncertain but demand is holding up and above NRA estimates.
General Frank T. Hines announces VA actions to implement the March 28 1945 act restoring pensions and compensation for veterans previously cut under the Economy Act. Restorations aim to reestablish service connected and World War I related benefits with provisos on dates of service and eligibility.
The Literary Digest New Deal poll adds a banker division showing 11 275 bankers voting no and 10 045 yes on Roosevelt policies. Regionally polarized results emerge with Republicans dominating in many states yet Democrats and industrial states leaning yes, while agricultural states favor Roosevelt.
The Venetian conversations between Mussolini and Hitler are seen as pivotal for European peace. The editorial argues their dialogue could ease continental fears, influence Austria and Franco-Italian ties, and signal how dictators may seek alliances beyond self interest.
The Roosevelt stance drew strong local support with 16 113 for and 4 183 against in Texas while Mississippi backed Roosevelt 1 180 to 198. Wichita Falls politician Tom F Hunter was barred from speaking on a Bryan street corner, amid local editorials calling him a potential political troublemaker.
Twenty five years ago Bryan shows active growth with several new houses nearing completion and a planned two story brick block by M. H. James at Bryan and Anderson streets. J. A. Myers plans to build nearby, completing a solid row on that block. Local visitors include I. M. Cook and family from Steep Hollow with others returning from San Antonio and Durango trips while A and M College professors assess the Bryan Water, Ice, Light and Power property inventory.
Fragments indicate Bryan expresses hope the city sale of the iPlant will be resolved smoothly and without further complications for all involved parties.
A breezy editorial style dissects summer heat and ambition. The piece muses on the clash of idealism and weather while noting June weddings and public duty. It quotes Longfellow and McCall's to spur action amid the heat.
New York report notes Irene Castle dedicated to Orphans of the Storm, a canine shelter near Chicago, turning down stage offers to focus on fundraising and advocacy. The piece also sketches Greenwich Village nightlife and cultural riffs including cabaret spots, railcar tales, and anecdotes about entertainers like Roy Rox and Buddy De Sylva.
Due to higher trade the cafe adds two hours for breakfast and half an hour at noon. The Wag on coffee shop now opens at 9 am to serve early diners. Five female students, majoring in home economics, join staff to train for courses and future work. The service dining room opens in the fall for private events. a fountain room tea area debuts later.
Local Eagle Printing Company advertises old newspaper bundles for sale. Prices and quantity details are provided for collectors and researchers seeking archival issues.
Miss Clara Mayr the Mary Magdalene of Oberammergau's Passion Play plans to marry Anton Lang Jr son of Georgetown University faculty and live in the United States if permission is granted.
Summer students at the University of Texas use the new University Commons in the Union building. Adjunct Prof. Anna Janzen says about 2,600 meals are served daily, an increase of 800 from prior totals.
Harvey Gamble and family from Dallas spent Sunday with Mrs. Gamble’s mother Mrs. J T Pate and travel on to Galveston for several days. Dallas visitors Roy Jones stay with H F Todd while Mary Cook of Bryan visits J E Cook and family. Other locals host and visit relatives across Bryan Navasota Beaumont League City Goose Creek Wellborn and Clear Lake with fishing reports and weekend visits.
Visitors to Camp Sterling Sunday were greeted by John Stanford son of Mr and Mrs J E Stanford of Bryan who was chosen mayor of the camp for the first period at an election held last week The camp opened when 84 boys were carried there from Houston Improvements include a redecorated dining hall with apple green furniture and new curtains A second floor lounge was created in the central lodge
Local Bryan crowd includes J. D. Jones and Chester Jones from Harvey and many others from Kurten Millican Caldwell and Dallas visiting for the day. Notables include E L McClure of Houston and Century of Progress plans in Chicago.
The Harris county library opens a branch with lanterns and burlap curtains. A new Fields hospital named for F. C. Fields is built under Dr. M. L. Towler with camp director Macleod noting low sickness and preparedness. Open house occurs Thursday afternoons and Sundays, with meals or picnic suppers available on camp grounds.
County Clerk Clyde Goen issued licenses to wed to R. B. Bailey Jr and Mildred Carson. Also licensed were Marion Palaz and Annie Tusa. R. G. Prea ton and Anne C. Strelsky. Levi Haws and Mattie Hicks, Negroes, to marry.
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