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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1935
Page
1
The People’s Column notes three years of educational progress led by Bryan Eagle and the Chamber of Commerce committee. It credits efforts for stopping enrollment declines and enabling growth at state supported institutions with aid from others.
Dr. and Mrs. Turner Walton welcomed Dr. and Mrs. Robert Johnson of Houston Dr. and Mrs. Peyton Barnes of Houston and Dr. Herman of Galveston Tuesday. Mrs. Jesse W Maxwell district president will attend the tri association Baptist meeting at College Avenue church and may stay with Rev. and Mrs. Breazcale. Mrs. E G Jenkins and daughter Elizabeth rent the East 28th Street house vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Adams who moved to the Willie Hensarling home. Frances Boriskie to arrive soon from La Feria extended visit.
Brazos county commissioners ordered elections for school bonds in the Tabor and Kurten districts. Kurten seeks 10 000 to build a brick grade and high school, while Tabor requests 15 000 for the same purpose. Likely April 6 trustee elections. Rye district petitions seek 10 cent levy for maintenance after retiring bonds. County also funds 200 for Farmers Market improvements.
Bryan city commissioners held a second bonfire this year burning 7,300 of retired obligations and had previously destroyed 52,800 in January. They aim to reduce bonded debt and sinking fund obligations as total obligations shrink. They settled for 700 with Activated Sludge Inc. and pursued recovery from Henry Elrod for a disposal plant infringement. Deeds from College and Bryan Traction would transfer old right of way for a street once received and funded. Water costs declined after a new filter system cut kilowatts used. production was steady. Site discussion for a south ward school occurred with no action. Water extensions in Cavitt addition were advised. F L Henderson confirmed to Bryan school board to fill W S Higgs vacancy.
With more funds for relief work, street graveling is expected to resume in Bryan on Wednesday per City Manager R G Williams. He aims to continue until nearly all dirt streets are improved.
McAllen March 11 A farmer Harold Ramgren started selling radishes 26 days after planting. He harvested five acres and priced them at 520 per acre, signaling a quick crop turn for the season.
The emergency education drive in Brazos County uses 42 teachers to broaden literacy and adult education services. It targets literacy classes, vocational training, rehabilitation, and nursery schools as part of a national push tied to President Roosevelt’s efforts for the forgotten man.
Henry Dunlavy superintendent of the Blackland Experiment Station in Temple appears before house and senate committees in Washington on behalf of the Brazos River Conservation and Reclamation district. He is on special leave as an official representative of President Lewis Mims and district directors.
Grimes County Fair Association met at Anderson to map the 1935 fair with dates set for the second October week. A catalogue and premium list will be printed by May 1 outlining exhibit rules and entries. Prizes include 25 dollars for best community booth, 20 for second, 15 for third, and 10 for each participating booth. Improvements to fair grounds are planned. The event will feature Grimes county history to educate visitors during the Centennial year.
The Brazos River Conservation and Reclamation District project valued at 50 million dollars is designated Texas Centennial Project. Officials push for federal work relief funds and national recognition, aiming to start work near the Centennial year with broad state and federal backing.
Bryan friends received postcards from Miss Sadie Hatfield of the Extension Service at A. and M. College. She is in Puerto Rico teaching proper canning methods to local women. Hatfield finds Puerto Rico beautiful and unspoiled by tourism and expects to stay about six more months.
The Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce Fire Prevention Committee led by E. R. Bryant outlines a 1935 program to cut fire losses and premiums. City wide Spring Clean-up, school demonstrations, Fire Prevention Day, and fall inspections aim to eliminate hazards, improve sanitation, and attract business while reducing costs.
Lee J. Rountree as Bryan Eagle editor and Bryan chamber of commerce member first spoke to the Brazos district setup and its need for conservation work. Leonard Tillotson from Sealy and A. D. Jackson with Texas A and M led advocacy. W. W. Sealy, J. A. Kemp, T. H. Harbin, Col. Frank P. Holland and others backed the project through the legislature and water boards. Col P L Downs Sr of Temple also supported the cause.
Brazos county residents listed for petit jury duty in week six of the February term opening Monday. Names include L. B. Simpson Frank Smith J. H. Adkins W. B. Barron Albert Dominek R. C. Dowling Ross Banana J. P. Bolmowski Frank Cash I. N. Kelly J. W. Kin cannon W. L. McCullough John Anders Jr E. J. Beard Fred Brockschmidt W. H. Buchanan John Barnes Hy Conrad B F Crenshaw W. A. Leighman O M Murphy Albert Payne G W Rosier Henry Beale J L Burt C H Mathis C R Saxon G R Blanton J B Covington R M Dansby P E Dishman Willis Edge B C Allen M C Atkins Frank Barak P L Barron Jr
Ed Ford was found guilty of murder in the death of Reuben Chriss and sentenced to 16 years in state prison by a district court jury. A motion for a new trial is expected, and an appeal decision has not yet been made. The sentence bars bail while any appeal is pending.
Dale C. Beal former American National Insurance employee of Galveston sues for 50800 plus 50000 in damages. Defendants include the company and R Morgan Bryan district agent. Beal claims unpaid commissions and slanderous statements to policy holders caused loss. Fred W Lewis Wichita Falls attorney filed the petition. He says after discharge without notice policy holders were told he had no right to collect, implying he was not entitled to funds.
The Texas School Administrators Conference holds its annual meeting June 10 to 13 at Texas A and M College. The conference board of directors met on campus after a morning session and luncheon of Southwest Texas school executives.
Captain Paul Neal explained broadcasting as sound energy converted to electrical energy and back to sound. He noted radio technicians’ view that high frequency notes affect listeners and offered his personal “radio junk” collection to the Bryan and College Scouts. Two attendance prizes were awarded with Jack Lester and Dr Slaughter presenting. Luke Patranella and W E Paulson winning.
The Texas senate voted 18 to 8 to prohibit sale of hard liquor in broken packages or for consumption on premises if prohibition repeal occurs. A compromise plan by Sen. Clint Small would let legislative acts regulate beer and wine traffic and tighten spirit liquor rules. A concurrent move engrossed 26 to 0 to submit a constitutional amendment repealing prohibition on August 24.
The criminal section of Brazos County District Court wrapped up Saturday under Judge W. C. Davis and Assistant County Attorney W. R. Allen. One case, Rich Richardson, a juvenile charged with shooting a boy in Millican, remains to be disposed of and is expected to be settled before February term ends.
The Bryan flower sale benefiting the American Brotherhood for the Blind drew Miss Cora Garth in charge. First prize went to Marjory Harcus with $8.66, second to Josephine Lampo at $8.59, and third to Cora Lee Barcelone with $8.33. Other sellers earned movie passes.
County commissioners named officials for bond votes in Kurten Tabor and Rye districts on ten cent per one hundred valuation for maintenance. Rye retires all bonds. Kurten officials are J P Gilpin Charles Gerke Adolph Opersteny. Tabor officials Ed Schram Will Presnal B N Frances. Rye officials A L Higgs Rudolph Fridel J H Kopecky. Court also named J A Rychilk deputy sheriff and R G Buddy Knowles deputy constable. The court allowed 25 cents more for birth and death registrations in Brazos county.
Excavations for the foundations of a new division highway office building on Highway No 6 north were started Friday morning by contractor R B Butler but halted due to weather. Concrete pouring for a warehouse foundation also began but stopped for rain. Work on both projects is expected to resume as weather allows.
The Bryan Fire Department held its annual election for two companies Monday evening. Protection Company No. 1 named Ray Pippin as foreman and R W Warren as assistant foreman with W J Blazek as president and John J Stasny as secretary. Chemical Company No. 2 elected Bob Cowart as foreman and Frank Cash as assistant foreman with W B Saunders as president and H J Berger as vice president. Delegates to the State Association and house rules committees were chosen, with re-elections for several officers.
The Kurten Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Will Henderson's home Thursday afternoon at 2 p m with good attendance. The feature was a milk demonstration by home agent Mrs Alma Metcalfe. Present were Mrs John Sabo Alma Plagens Emily Hinz Mrs J P Gilpin Josephine Fridel Mary Fridel Annie Fridel Mrs Will Metzer Mrs G E Todd Mrs A Keller Mrs W Henderson Mrs H C Fricke and Mrs Alma Metcalfe.
Forty carloads of bananas from Tuxpam Vera Cruz headed the 73 carloads of Mexican imports crossing the international railroad bridge into Laredo on Monday March 4. Bananas have been heavy since late February and will rise until late spring. Also 24 carloads of corn three of beans eight of lead two of hides and one of arsenic accompanied the shipments. Tomato shipments in small lots are also moving through Laredo from the irrigated area near Manuel Tamaulipas.
Justice A J Buchanan ruled Mrs. Knowles died from a gunshot fired by Joseph Howard who then killed himself. A letter found in Howard's purse to his sister indicated he planned self-destruction and leaving affairs to others. The victims were found in a local hotel room with evidence the woman was shot first.
City Manager R. G. Williams announced a mosquito control drive after complaints this year. The plan targets water meter boxes and asks gas companies to inspect meters. Inspections show mosquitos breed where water collects in drippings, cans and ice boxes, prompting a system of premises checks and owner cooperation.
R J Dunn Texas A and M Band director and American Bandmasters Association member announced from Cincinnati that Houston will be the 1936 convention city. The association plans to hold the event in Texas during the Centennial year, highlighting the musical side of the celebration.
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