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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
4
A June 21 1915 Millican Texas letter urges community solidarity and warns that every dollar spent outside Bryan harms the town. The writer clashes with a previous Eagle critique and notes farmers’ potatoes shipped to Bryan were returned due to local merchants not purchasing them, arguing for mutual support between farmers and merchants.
The Eagle defends its decades long push for mutual helpfulness, urging farmers and merchants to unite on markets for cream, vegetables, and a Bryan cannery. It notes creamery underutilization, veggie supply plans, and scarce potatoes while emphasizing preference for home produce and fair treatment.
Former President Taft promotes a worldwide peace scheme to form a world court and a world investigating commission. He says all international issues would be referred to the court for settlement and asserts the plan will grow until all warring nations exhaust themselves and yield to reality.
In outlining his peace plan Mr. Taft argues for a League of Peace to settle international quarrels and suspend hostilities until passions cool. He envisions two tribunals handling justiciable and non justiciable issues and asserts treaties gain strength when backed by a coalition of major powers.
A Texas dinner by Pine Prairie Farmers Co operative League of Walker county showcases an all home grown menu. The spread includes beans potatoes bacon onions beets peas okra squash tomatoes cucumbers lettuce salads eggs pies custards jams jellies honey and more. The piece extols Texas as a land of abundance with sun and soil capable of producing every necessity and delicacy.
President Wilson calls for a lasting patriotism beyond special days and honors the enduring host of Americans who uphold liberty and humanity. He urges public officials and citizens to interpret and enact the nation’s founding vision through steadfast duty.
The speaker urges every man to fulfill duty to the United States and wear the flag in heart beyond the days it is worn. He asks if the physical emblem is lost to still carry America’s heart in the world.
The governor spares Leo Frank from execution, commuting the sentence to life imprisonment. Proponents argue mercy and justice align to protect society while ending the capital punishment prospect in the high-profile case.
A bulletin from the State Board of Health outlines gifts to a boy: a body to stay clean and healthy, a mind to remember elevating things, eyes to see truth, hands to help others, feet to run errands of love, charity and business, lips to remain pure, a pure snow like soul, and ears to hear God and elders.
Austin announces a probable 54 cent tax rate per $100, split 24 cents Ad valorem 20 cents school and 5 cents Confederate pensions. Protests may rise but officials say funding for rural schools state university and A and M College and other liberal appropriations require the increase.
General H B Stoddard shows support for Bryan and the A and M College by backing Resolution 34 which divorces the State University from the college. He writes to many friends across the state and receives favorable replies. His influence is deemed pivotal for the election success and community effort.
In a Democratic convention scene, Champ Clark appears influential as he builds support while remaining in the background of the Front Page. The piece notes his strong wind in sails toward nomination, but cites a Bryan upset as altering prospects and the path to the White House.
Principal Blackshear of Prairie View, the negro State normal, has resigned. In his letter to Judge Guion, president of the board, he says he has decided to resign under the circumstances as he views them. The notice hints at no specific cause and recalls his long service.
After years of steady growth the school is described as a credit to Texas and free from scandal. The speaker notes that its leaders face a hard task replacing his trusted role.
Brazos county reports corn and cotton in better condition than a year ago. A forthcoming rain within a week could secure a fairly good crop, with corn highlighted as the essential crop for bread meat and feed.
Investigation by the Internal Revenue Bureau leads Secretary McAdoo to announce that the government was defrauded of 27000000 in stamps and special taxes under the oleomargarine law. The figure would aid wartime revenue in peaceful times highlighting stamp shortages.
The Houston Post notes that locals can protect themselves now that Bob has published his speaking list. It argues big political speakings are fading as voters prefer a candidate's platform over long harangues and four hour explanations.
An Austin report warns the coming year will see the highest tax rate in years to fund officials salaries and the expenses of commissions. The piece critiques rising railroad fares hotel bills and per diem costs tied to bureaucratic overhead.
Brazos County officials praise Burleson County for agreeing to share the cost of repairing Pitts Bridge over the Brazos River after flood damage. The bridge has repeatedly caused repairs to fall on Brazos County, and this time Burleson County will help cover expenses on Brazos County’s side.
Mr Edison argues Germanys extreme war readiness has been a handicap and predicts German victory due to preparedness. He claims France and England lack ammunition while Russia nears exhaustion and retreats before German forces.
The argument favors farmers raising crops and fruit for household use rather than selling. Growth at home reduces purchases and preserves self sufficiency, suggesting wisdom in living at home and selling only surplus.
The State Medical College at Galveston offers a course for municipal and county health officers. It argues for specially trained officers in preventive measures and methods, likening it to training teachers for specialized work.
The article notes that Allied powers urge increased munitions as they control the sea and can export from the United States. Germany cannot send ships for powder and shot yet remains able to supply the right places with ammunition to maximize impact.
Reports indicate heavy soaking across central and south Texas. Farmers express renewed optimism as crop prospects recover and spirits rise amid continued precipitation.
The Gause Guide reports no new United States Senate candidates announced by press time while noting the appearance of 17 year locusts in Central America. It wryly observes life as one continued series of events, with locusts or candidates as the changeable distractions.
The Navasota Examiner notes claims from Medina dam near San Antonio about enormous bass. The piece mentions catches from forty to sixty feet deep and questions the plausibility of bass that long being twelve inches, pointing out eye distance.
With the A. and M. College nearby offering free experimental tests and expert information, farmers are urged to start now to join the Bryan creamery and gain profits from a Jersey herd. Delays reduce chances to participate in advantages and profits offered.
Summarizes population figures for major world and U S cities. World list includes New York London Paris Chicago Berlin Vienna Petrograd and Philadelphia with counts ranging around five to two million. United States list names New York Chicago Philadelphia St Louis Boston Cleveland Baltimore Pittsburgh Detroit Buffalo with populations from about five hundred thousand to six hundred thousand.
An exchange notes the line about things always trembling in the balance. The Austin American observes that curious impertinence may stem from the speaker being an idiot. The piece cites common phrases like hung in the balance and trembled on the brink.
President Bizzell declares no baseball on Kyle field or any A and M College property on Sunday. He is praised as a model college executive and educator. The writer hopes for more leaders like him nationwide.
Paving work on Bryan street advances with railroad improvements and a Federal building project plus extensive construction at A. and M. College. These efforts will provide substantial labor opportunities and stimulate business in Bryan.
The Houston Post notes Winstead Texas reports a citizen who resembles Bryan as a possible double. It also mentions Bryan Texas has a man who looks like W. J. Bryan but supports Wilson.
The writer argues that farms should be self supporting and diversify to produce mules horses cattle hogs chickens eggs cream and vegetables for daily cash income. He warns that relying on cotton alone leads to poverty and urges varied production.
The piece notes Germany’s wartime press reach, comparing it to James Gordon Bennett of the New York Herald. It cites Bennett’s claim that he always knew where trouble would break next and had a man on the spot.
The movement See America First has been narrowed from Texas to an exploration focused on Brazos County, limiting scope for local readers.
Snap Shots reports Tillie Clinger left her boarding house after claiming she was charged like a tourist and treated as family, prompting her departure from the establishment.
The Houston Post leans into a tongue in cheek dig referencing grape juice souring on President Wilson's stomach, contrasting with the reaction to Mr. Bryan. The line signals editorial tone and political jab characteristic of the era.
The Brenham Banner Press suggests the Indianapolis automobile race was a flash in the pan since no fatalities occurred, implying the event lacked lasting impact or danger.
The executive committee chose Houston as the site for the state convention to begin on August 3.
A remark highlights the cash system as a strong aid to prosperity, suggesting broader economic benefits and stability through practical monetary tools.
A rain blessed the area last Tuesday while boll weevil damage threatens cotton. Master Tracy Williams was bitten by a dog last Saturday and the dog’s head was sent to Austin. Rev. Lindsey preached at Old Bethel church. Dr. G L Rea visited a Charlton relative and family in town. Mrs. E K Burden of Orange visits her parents and relatives. Adaline, daughter of G L Rea, travels to Oklahoma with relatives. Herman Todd left for wheat fields. Miss Henry of Edge visits kin in Harvey. James and Alice Jones visit with their relatives in Calwell. Mrs. Thurston Cole and children visit with Alice Cole’s family. CORRESPONDENT Harvey Tex June 21 1925.
Old Water Springs remains active as rain renews hills and crops in the Brazos county area. Community reports illness but busier Sunday school with good singing and visitors from Roc Prairie Green's Prairie and Whitake. Prof Dawson visits from Bryan. Claude Baker and Mrs Parker with family noted. A. W. Welch injured by a snake bite. tango fever spreads among locals. Protracted meeting planned to start first Sunday in July with camping urged at the finest spring. Squirrels plentiful and fish galore amid community notes.
Rain benefited crops last Tuesday with tomatoes ripening while prices fell to 40c per crate and other truck crops like beans potatoes cucumber and cabbage are nearly worthless. Milano band held a park dance Saturday drawing a large crowd. Cemetery association to meet first Monday in July. Local visits include Dr G W Mullins in Rockdale and Cameron and Mrs J W Hudson plans Kentucky trip. Home Mission Society aids church repaint and debt elimination with pew remodeling underway.
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