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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1925
Page
7
A man was found lying beside the road and died shortly after. Officials say the incident is under investigation and no clear cause is available at this time. Local authorities are reviewing nearby footage and interviewing witnesses.
Henry Prinzel, 66, a Kurten farmer, was killed when his buggy ran away near Kurten and the horse fled. He died about 10:00 a m at the Killenbrink home after being found beside the road with no obvious injuries. Born in Castle Germany he settled at Kurten 52 years ago and leaves a widow and six children.
Mrs Gabe Cazell and her daughter Margaret Nan returned from a two week trip to Ennis where Mr Cazell runs a studio and teaches voice. She also toured Dallas to hear Schumann-Heink and Denton for Margaret Matzeneur.
Brazos County will be represented at the United States Good Roads Association meeting in Houston from April 20 to 25. Delegates appointed by Governor E Lee Trinkle include John M. Lawrence Bryan Chamber of Commerce president County Judge H O Ferguson Secretary Sam E Eberstadt H C Fulgham and Mrs Lee J Rountree All delegates plan to attend the meetings.
Our seed list proclaims the best ever for this year with bright mature grain. Sudan seed at 5.50, B G and White Wonder Miller 5, Darso He gari Feterita 4, Redtop Amber Orange Seeded Ribbon Cane 3, Yellow and White Milo Red and White Kafir 3.25 per hundred with freight paid to Texas points and satisfaction guaranteed.
Advertisement claims all forms of asthma rapidly and permanently relieved after using Hoover's improved remedy. Patients formerly labeled hopeless reportedly improve in seating climate. Dosing offer: $1 bottle with satisfaction guarantee. sold in Bryan by E R Emmel, druggist, manufactured by Geo D Hoover in Des Moines Iowa.
An advertisement warns one in ten wounds risk serious infection and promotes disinfecting with liquid Borozone and applying Borozone Powder. The spot lists liquid prices 80c 66c and 1 dollar and powder at 30c and 60c, sold by Jenkins' Drug Store.
Representative W S Barron of Bryan steered a House vote adding 150000 dollars to the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station budget for the A M College. The move came during consideration of the House educational appropriation bill with 17 of 22 items updated.
County Attorney Oak McKenzie and Lamar Bethea traveled to Edge for a disturbing the peace case before Justice W. R. Henry. Defendant Odie Armstrong, identified as a negro, faced trial from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. He paid a $15 fine plus about $25 in costs. Attorneys returned to Bryan Saturday afternoon.
John M. Lawrence president of the Bryan Chamber of Commerce and County Judge H. O. Ferguson received letters from J A Rountree directing their official appointment as delegates by Gov. E Lee Trinkle to attend the United States Good Roads Association sessions during the Good Roads Show in Houston from April 20 to 25. Both men accepted and will attend.
Bryan High students traveled to Calvert in a car piloted by Stuart Cole and returned after a two to none defeat in a practice style debate judged by three Calvert school board members. Miss Gladys Regal of Bryan High praised the declamation judging panel.
The Houston District Christian Endeavor convention opened Friday with How ard Morris presiding and E F Huppertz delivering the address. Music led by Paul Drummer and Miss Mary Jo Inkley accompanied devotions by Rev L Guy Ament. Brazos County Attorney Oak McKenzie extended Bryan’s welcome and delegates prepared for a social hour before adjournment. The event continues through Saturday and Sunday evening.
The Allen Academy baseball team traveled to Caldwell and defeated Caldwell High 11 to 6. Pruett hit a home run and Be th ea struck out 18 in a strong pitching performance. Allen shows early season form aiming for conference honors across football, basketball, track, and baseball.
Geo Stephan and Judge Ferguson travel to New Orleans for the Coca Cola Bottlers Convention. Jno A Boriskie returns from a Houston jury duty. Numerous local guests visit Franklin and Bryan homes, fishing trips on the Brazos, and several residents travel to Dallas Fort Worth and Houston for work, church, or family occasions.
Berlin March 10 Doctor Marx former German chancellor and recently chosen as Premier of Prussia was re elected today with 232 of 443 votes in the Diet Marx had resigned last month after failing to win a confidence vote Also noted are social items about Mr and Mrs George Foster their sister Miss Elva Trant visiting Bryan and a local classified ad request to rent an apartment
Golden Rule Poultry Farm reports 285 eggs in the 7th Texas National Egg Laying Contest. They claim the highest official Texas contest hen and list 80 pens competing, with top positions noted through March 1925. They offer pedigreed eggs and stock aged 8 to 10 weeks and invite inquiries for catalogue and prices.
In Austin on March 9 Governor Miriam A Ferguson signed the Holbrook Anti Masking Bill prohibiting masks in public. The measure includes an emergency clause, taking effect immediately.
Grady Cook, the young man shot at a party at the Hurt farm south of Iola last Friday, remains in Bryan hospital in about the same condition. The bullet has not been removed. Parents and relatives stay at the hospital awaiting any hopeful report.
John T. Hanway Jr. of Houston moves from the office to the sub district manager post in Houston, to the Regional Office in San Antonio. The transfer is described as a distinct honor and promotion, reflecting his years of service since his discharge and the confidence of bureau leaders in Texas and Washington.
Applicants must register with the county superintendent by the twentieth of the month before their chosen county exam. Examinations cover multiple subjects with a two day schedule in February April June July August September and December 1925. Fees are paid upon entering. cancellations allowed.
Rabbi B. Browne, head of the American Jewish Security Elders and pastor of Temple Zion Bronx, was arrested on a warrant from Calvin and Mrs. Coolidge. Frank Stearns accuses him of harassing the president. Browne, 72, allegedly sent letters demanding half of $25,000 spent campaigning for Coolidge last fall.
Grady C Cook age 27 was fatally or seriously wounded in a shooting at the Hurt farmhouse six miles south of Iola Grimes County. His brother Virgil Cook 20 was lightly wounded and Templeman Burns is being sought by authorities. An X ray shows the bullet in the abdomen and doctors fear for Grady's recovery. Parents L A Cook and Mrs Moon are at Bryan Hospital with relatives awaiting news.
The Bryan Cemetery Association met Tuesday at 10 am at City National Bank with seven directors present. Treasurers reported funds totaling 265.28 with maintenance and general funds balances and discussed beautification plans before adjourning.
The Bryan Music Study Club will hostess an open musical tea at 3 30 PM Thursday in the Carnegie Library. An all American program will be presented and the public is invited to attend the special program promised to be of interest to everyone.
Mrs Fannie C Bloss of Huntington West Virginia describes severe left side pain fatigue pale appearance and nervousness before taking Cardus a tonic for women. After nine bottles she reports notable improvement and greater strength. Cardus is marketed as a mild herbal tonic for women and general health.
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