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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1917
Page
8
Mrs. B. O. Wilson of Atlanta recounts two years of illness confined to hospital bed or chair with indigestion headaches and back pains. After using eleven bottles of Tanlac she reports a 25 pound gain and restored energy and appetite, claiming a near miracle recovery.
At College Station the A and M Farmers defeated the University of Texas Longhorns 29 to 15 in a defensive game. Thompson and Price led the scoring for the Aggies, while the Longhorns managed only a pair of field goals as fans saw a tight contest outlined by stubborn defense.
Consul Frost reports 281 of 294 aboard the Laconia landed at Queenstown. Thirteen lost include five drowned and eight died from exposure and were buried at sea. Six crew members remain in Queenstown hospital in non serious condition. Mrs. Mary E. Hoy and daughter Elizabeth of Chicago died from exposure and were buried at sea. Central News notes eight American Negro crew members died of exposure.
Cedric Pivat of London, theatrical manager and passenger on the Laconia, died of exposure off Queenstown. British forces reportedly entered German lines near Arras but were ejected, according to official announcements.
Lloyd's reports confirm both the British steamers Aries and Sea Gull were submarine losses. The incidents occurred off unknown locations, with no additional casualties or details provided in the brief dispatch.
An unknown assailant fired on Deputy City Marshal Worley at 2 a.m. in the Hensarling mule barn lot on Bryan street. Worley, who dropped to his knees, survived as the gun misfired. Bloodhounds trailed the suspect for over an hour. officers have a lead and are investigating.
For field or garden use our latest improved implements designed to save time. Each tool emphasizes efficiency, durability, and ease of use to speed up work and boost productivity in outdoor tasks.
By Associated Press Altoona Pa Feb 27 Twenty persons 19 passengers and a negro porter were killed in a rear end collision between an express and a freight train on the Pennsylvania Railroad at Mount Union 34 miles east of here. Bodies badly mangled two babies found. Officials blame Engineer Cook of the freight train stating it was his duty to walk ahead and check signals in fog.
The article notes improving spring weather reviving farming with corn planting expected to finish soon. Teachers report good school attendance though some pupils must work. Local families share news of visits and a birthday gathering for Mr. B. G. Bond at the Wixon community home, with a large turnout and a bountiful dinner.
Millican celebrate Washington's birthday with teachers pupils and many patrons on February 22. County Superintendent W L Powers County Agent C L Benson and Prof Mrs W A Broyles spoke. A large community dinner followed then a school program and fair displaying student work and progress.
An advertisement asserts rheumatic pains grippe aches and sore joints stem from weak kidneys. A user named E. L. Turner of Homer Kentucky reports no further bother after taking Foley's Kidney Pills. The copy urges strengthening kidneys and cleansing poisons from blood, with M. H. James selling the product.
A district wide school fair and Washington's Birthday celebration was held at the Tabor high school with participants from Alexander Blanton and Cottonwood Schools. The event featured morning songs and recitations, a bountiful dinner for several hundred, and afternoon speeches by Superintendent Powers and Trustee J L Cobb. A fall community fair was proposed to showcase school and farm products.
A and M College of Texas sends stock judging cadets to the South west American Live Stock Show in Oklahoma City on March 3. The Texas team, featuring five juniors and an alternate, has historically defeated Arkansas University and Oklahoma A and M. If successful, they advance to Fort Worth on March 12. Coached by F. W. Bell, members include H. S. Myers, A. L. Smith, J. M. Phillips, J. B. McKnight, F. S. Anderson, and W. J. Ray serves as alternate.
An old advertisement promotes Foley's Cathartic Tablets as a wholesome bowel cleanser and stomach toner. It claims relief for indigestion biliousness bad breath bloating gas and constipation without griping or nausea. Sold by M. H. James.
For hoarseness inflamed lungs or irritating coughs Ballard's Horehound Syrup acts as a healing balm. It works quickly and thoroughly with bottles priced at 25c 50c and $1.00. Available through all druggists.
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