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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
2
An editorial contrasts German schooling under a monarchial regime with American educational aims to foster independent thought and good citizenship. It weighs whether mass will or monarch will shape the world’s future, arguing democracy should prevail as patriotism grows and leaders seek lasting peace.
The piece argues that higher costs ripple through the economy, forcing merchants to raise prices while many consumers, especially fixed-income earners, cut purchases. It critiques the difficulty of increasing newspaper advertising rates and notes legislative attempts to limit middleman profits, comparing past gold rush economics to contemporary conditions. It highlights uneven prosperity and the mismatch between rising prices and relatively stagnant wages.
The piece argues that wartime measures blend with prohibition advances, noting laws banning intoxicants for soldiers as a positive outcome. It suggests all belligerents restrict alcohol in forces to boost efficiency and limit camp followers, tying policy to military needs.
The article analyzes how prohibition themes shaped Texas politics under Governor Ferguson and warned against injecting the issue into Congress. It argues for restrained debate to avoid delaying legislation and suggests considering limits on materials for liquor production as a pragmatic, moral compromise.
A 22 year old item lists local movements, business trips, and community events. Notable entries include A M Waldrop’s travels, J W Doremus visiting Caldwell on legal business, Webb brothers buying goods in New York, and Calvert visitors who enrolled sons at A and M College. Also noted are school health returns, a cooking main of seven fights among local chicken owners, and various social and civic happenings.
The Ross Volunteers elected Captain W F Hutchinson Decatur first lieutenant P B Bittle College Station second lieutenant F D Perkins McKinney first sergeant C M Staples Houston second sergeant J H Sol yer Navasota. Third to fifth sergeants postponed. The piece notes a Bryan party at the fish pond with barbecue and water fun. A monster eight foot twenty five pound rattlesnake killed at Sandy Point crossing on the Brazos is reported. The Navasota Review teases Bryan papers over railroad boosters.
J A Parker Lungren Jr reports Foley's Honey and Tar gave immediate relief for severe colds in his two and four year old children. He and his kids also used the remedy with good results.
Jess M. Cook, studying law at the state university, has enlisted in the United States ambulance corps and departed Sunday for San Antonio for initial training. He expects to reach the French front eventually. He reports a perfect medical exam and signs off with farewell to friends. Cook is the son of I M Cook, a prominent local farmer.
Isaac B. Turman of 1277 Washington Ave Ashbury Park N J says Foley Kidney Pills gave the most beneficial results for his backache rheumatic pains dizziness stiff joints sore muscles and other kidney or bladder trouble symptoms.
Brazos County shifts all county court business to district court from June 20 under a winter session law. Judge Morehead of Robertson County will preside over four six week terms starting September 17. District Attorney Davis remains in place, County Attorney Bethea becomes district attorney after the 1918 election, bond holders face extended custody until September, and jailed defendants miss road labor.
Children affected by worms appear pale and sickly and may contract fatal diseases. Wihiths Cream Vermifuge expels worms promptly and restores health. Price 25 cents per bottle. Sold by E. J. Jenkins.
Mr Morris Tatum in the service of Uncle Sam in the post office department and Miss Robbie Nicol were married Sunday in Houston. They returned Sunday evening and are staying at the hotel Bryan. Mrs Tatum is a sister of Mrs Ollie Emmet and was a domestic art teacher in Bryan high school. Both are young folks with a wide circle of friends who wish them happiness.
An 19th century advertisement promotes Herbine to relieve ailments such as abdominal discomfort fatigue and constipation. The copy claims rapid improvement after the first dose and strengthens the system with a few doses. The price is 50 cents and E J Jenkins is listed as the seller.
Washington June 22 Men registered on June 5 under the selective draft law may enlist in the U S marines before selection for service while those of registration age who failed to register will not be accepted for enlistment with the Soldiers of the Sea It is announced at marine corps headquarters Recruiting officials say the first to fight organization will reach its authorized strength of 30 000 men before the close of the present month after which a waiting list for enlistment will be maintained.
A. T. Hensarling of Route 5 called at the Eagle office Saturday and paid his back subscription plus a year in advance for the Weekly Eagle.
The Belgian commission has tentatively arranged a trip through the United States extending to the Pacific coast. The planned tour aims to advance diplomatic and economic ties as the group visits major cities and ports.
Prof. H. T. Carter of Robert Lee has four sons serving in the U S army and navy. Despite arrests in the county over anti conscription, no slackers were found. Complete figures show every man of military age in the county has registered for service.
Morris W. Tatum and Miss Robbie I. Nicol receive marriage licenses. O L Cook and Norma Goodson also obtain licenses.
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