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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1919
Page
2
The widow of Emperor Maximilian of Mexico, Empress Charlotte, is 79, healthy, living at Chateau de Bouchet near Antwerp. She remains ignorant of wartime events, showing only anxiety when large guns thundered during the Antwerp siege.
Paris reports the burning of French battle flags by German forces. The flags are believed to be from 1870 and their destruction is viewed at the peace conference as a breach of the treaty, which required Germany to return the flags to France.
Governor Hobby appoints Texas state board of dental examiners under 36th legislature changes. Appointees include H. B. Cave of Dallas J. P. Arnold of Houston J. B. Guinn of Palestine R. L. Rogers of Amarillo J. R. Bready of El Paso M. J. Bisco of Fort Worth and other dentists across the state.
Harrisburg June 24 The Pennsylvania house passed finally today a bill permitting brewing and sale of beer containing two and three quarters percent of alcohol.
Austin report notes the substitute for the house resolution proposing ratification of the federal suffrage amendment was tabled by 81 to 31. The result reflects party lines in the session dated June 24.
Neuralgia of the face shoulder hands or feet requires a powerful remedy that will penetrate the flesh. Ballard's Snow Liniment possesses that power. Rubbed in where the pain is felt is all that is necessary to relieve suffering and restore normal condition. Sold by Jenkins' Drug Store and M. H. James.
The thirty sixth Texas Legislature convenes in Austin with no member changes. Leadership outlines early work on appropriations and a push to ratify the federal constitutional amendment for woman suffrage. Gov seeks a thirty day to sixty day session, with bills on board of control, state depository, livestock bonds, and hard mineral mining on agenda. Howard presents the federal suffrage resolution to presiding officers as capitol fills with supporters and opponents.
Licensed aviators of any nationality may compete for a 50000 prize in a proposed trans Pacific flight. The route may start from Venice or the opposite side, with Australia Asia or Japan as possible finish points. The contest runs September to February 1920 and requires completion within twelve days. If not finished the fastest to Hawaii receives a 1000 prize.
Dr. Robert L. Vinson, UT president, in A and M college baccalaureate sermon, says postwar America has new solidarity and citizenship ideals, with changed business ethics and personal conduct. He cautions whether these lessons endure as the nation moves toward a promised golden era. The day featured a college orchestra preludes and solos, and a large afternoon band concert under Prof. Slovacek, followed by a reception for seniors.
President Bizzell urged that leaving God out of life hinders achievement despite talent and training. He cited Peter and John and stressed religion with moral justice as basis for government and economic relations. The YMC A service included musical numbers by local performers.
Houston June 24 Twenty of forty eight airplanes ordered from Ellington Field have been shipped and the remaining twenty eight will go forward in a few days, authorities announced.
An old advertisement promotes HERBINE as a reliable bowel regulator aiding liver and stomach function and restoring strength. It mentions sales at Jenkins' Drug Store and M. H. James, suggesting medicinal use and durability.
Representative Gallivan of Massachusetts attacked Postmaster General Burleson claiming he mistreated postal workers and endangers the party. He urged President Wilson to “come home and clean house” to revive the Democratic Party and curb radicalism. He called Burleson a political wonder and the greatest public-office misfit in U S history.
The Wixon Lake Oil and Gas company organized with 75000 capital aims to start drilling near Wixon Lake, nine miles by air from Bryan, possibly by July 4. Officers include O L Tabor president, S E Hallam VP and GM, Lucile Stuart secretary. Trustees are Tabor, Sebesta, Hallam. First National Bank depository. Oil prospects expected at 2200 to 2700 feet, possibly 3500 feet if needed. acreage totals 139 in the Tabor tract. Stock already partly sold. company emphasizes orderly, businesslike preparations amid Brazos county’s oil potential.
Hon H W Berryman aged 74 delegate from Alto to Hood Texas brigade reunion proud his family has lived in Texas over 100 years. His grandfather James Dill left Maryland in 1798 to Nacogdoches under Spanish rule. He notes six Civil War bullet wounds and a lost family archive. Berryman, former Hood brigade president in 1917, stayed as guest of J F Covey at 24th and Houston. He and John Covey were Civil War comrades. Covey carried him from Wilderness to Georgia for care.
Northern newspaper comments argue Germans betrayed during war and by Scapa Flow sinking interned ships. They say peace should not be celebrated until正式 signed and that allies must remain vigilant until all penalties are met.
In Denton on June 24 lightning killed Cecil Welch age seventeen and William Welch age fifteen while they worked in a field outside the city. The tragedy occurred during a storm that swept through the area.
Washington June 21 Attorney General Palmer faces a hostile senate judiciary subcommittee in a five hour public hearing over his alien property custodian role He asserts enemies and German interests seek to discredit his administration while defending that he sold plants to Americans who profited from them The session ends in disorder with plans for further testimony and questions on confirmation prospects.
Surgeons say first treatment matters for cuts burns bruises and wounds. An efficient antiseptic applied promptly prevents infection and aids healing. BoroZONE is promoted for use on man or beast and sold by Jenkins' Drug Store and M. H. James.
An old public notice warns buyers to demand Bayer Tablets of Aspirin with the safety Bayer Cross on both the package and each tablet. It cautions against fraudulent powdery substitutes sold by a Brooklyn dealer and stresses proper directions and dosage for all Bayer aspirin.
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