Bryan Chamber of Commerce Launches 1920 Membership Drive
The Bryan Chamber of Commerce starts a 1920 membership campaign with regular dues of 1.00 for individuals and 50 cents per month for firms. A committee led by Ed Hall and J. M. Lawrence canvasses Bryan urging citizens to join, while the Board fills vacancies and hears a Texas Chamber of Commerce report from P. A. Schaefer of Dallas. East Texas delegation plans to attend Tyler's East Texas Chamber event set for March 30 and 31, with a long list of local and regional officials named as delegates.
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Bryan Chamber of Commerce
Ed Hall
J. M. Lawrence
G. J. Nedbalek
E. W. Crenshaw
Travis B. Bryan
Wilson Bradley
Chamber of Commerce
Bryan
E. J. Jenkins
Eberstadt
M. E. Wallace
John A. Moore, Jr
A. M. Waldrop
Sam B. Wilson
T. A. Adams
Tyler Has- Well
L. L. McInnis
D. L. Wilson
J. L. Edge
T. K. Lawrence
S. E. Eberstadt
Lee J. Rountree
J. M. Gordon
P. A. Schaefer
Dallas
Texas Chamber of Commerce
Schaefer
Jenkins
Hiram T. Coulter
Rockdale
Walter J. Coulter
W. F. Goodrich
Hemphill
George Scott
Mt. Vernon
C. L. Duncan
Mt. Pleasant
A. L. Williams
Sulphur Springs
R. M. Kelly
Longview
T. L. Whaley
Marshal
Tucker Royall
Palestine
J. W. Murchison
Athens
C. L. Edmiston
Crockett
FE. G. Alford
Policewoman to tour towns warn country girls of city dangers
Chicago policewoman Alice Faubel, ranked for 12 years and famed for arrests of predatory men, is granted a 90 day furlough to visit small towns with photographs and records to warn mothers and daughters about risks of coming alone to the city and to curb cocoons of vice.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Alice Clement Faubel
Steep Hollow News Highlights Farming Revival and Local Visits
The Steep Hollow column notes steady planting of corn and easing illness as the community recovers. Visits from Miss Ima Cook and Miss Rebecca Hall are recorded, with J. E. Smith’s church appointment and a large turnout for Sunday services. School progress under Principal Ferguson is praised though the term nears its end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steep Hollow
Cora Garner
Will B. Cook
College Station
Ima Cook
Franklin
I. M. Cook
Jessie Bond
Prospect
J. E. Smith
Shirock
Barla Risinger
Bertie Risinger
Reliance
Rebecca Hall
College of Industrial Arts
Denton
Frank A. Godsoe
J. W. Mathis
Paul L. Ferguson
Laura Mims
Lena Todd
Voter List Names From Various Texas Towns
A fragmented roster lists individuals including cerfield J T Webbster Pittsburg Milton Farrier Omaha I J Goldberg Jefferson George E Hughes Groesbeck Ward Templeman Nava sota J H Heath Madinsonville J Felton Lane Hearne R M Hubbard New Boston E A Dismuke Wood ville J R Martin Huntsville J B Mayfield Tyler W L Hickman Texarkana.
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Cerfield
J. T. Webbster
Pittsburg
Milton Farrier
Omaha
I. J. Goldberg
Jefferson
George E. Hughes
Groesbeck
Ward Templeman
Navasota
J. H. Heath
Madinsonville
J. Felton Lane
Hearne
R. M. Hubbard
New Boston
E. A. Dismuke
Woodville
J. R. Martin
Huntsville
J. B. Mayfield
Tyler
W. L. Hickman
Texarkana
Daily and Weekly Eagle Ad Promises Deals
An advertisement in the Daily and Weekly Eagle touts limited time sales, discounted goods, and special offers for local shoppers. It highlights savings on groceries, household items, and seasonal merchandise with sample prices and store hours.
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Daily
Weekly Eagle
Eagle
Warning Issued To Texas Farmers Over Pink Bollworm Seed
Walton Peteet, head of the Texas Chamber of Commerce agricultural department, warns Texas farmers against using cotton seed from Southern Louisiana after the federal Agriculture Department reports the pink bollworm found in Cameron Parish. Seed from that area reportedly reached San Antonio Houston New Braunfels San Marcos and Fort Worth.
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Associated Press
Dallas
Texas
Walton Peteet
Agricultural Department of the
Texas Chamber of Commerce
Louisiana
Federal Department of Agriculture
Cameron Parish
San Antonio
Houston
New Braunfels
San Marcos
Fort Worth
Visitors From Across The Region In Bryan
A long list of residents and guests traveled to Bryan today from towns including Taber Marvey Steep Hollow Barn 2 and San Antonio. The social round features visits by Miss Gladys Breach Miss Vesta Pate Mrs Verney Cant of Whendeck and several local residents amid health updates and friendly calls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladys Breach
Vesta Pate
Taber
John Dyess
Marvey
Morgan
J. T. Leathers
W. Sheppard
Heorten
John D. Jones
Harvey
J. C. Mathis
Reliance
W. E. Graham
Rock Prairie
J. M. Williams
Wellborn
C. A. Robertson
Eagle
J. W. Hicks
J. C. Thomas
Iola
Grimes County
Bryan
Evander Hen
English vs Dansby suit settled by compromise
Mrs. J. W. English sued City National Bank and M. F. Dansby in district court. The case was settled after trial was ordered with a paid amount of 1500 dollars to Mrs. English. A decree reflecting the compromise was entered, closing the case.
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J. W. English
City National Bank
M. F. Dansby
Eagle
Brazos County Doctors Elect 1920 Officers and New Members
The Brazos County Medical Society met March 9 1920 electing new members Dr Black Franklin Goodwin Odom Searcy and Wilkerson. Officers named for 1920 include President W B Cline Vice President C A Searcy Secretary-Treasurer L Q Wilkerson and censors Otto Ellinger W F Odom B A Sims. Robertson County doctors invited to attend April 6 1920 banquet and scientific program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazos County Medical Society
Otto Ellinger
W. F. Odom
B. A. Sims
Board of Censors
J. N. Goodwin
L. C. Wilkerson
George Lee
District Court Hears Continuance Motion in Bank Suit
Mrs J W sues City National Bank and M F Dansby over a 75000 dollar transaction involving Bryan and Brazos county property inherited by J W English. Trial follows overruled continuance. Cole and Cole lead plaintiffs, Taliaferro Armstrong and Henderson and others for defendants.
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J. W
City National Bank
M. F. Dansby
District Court
Jedge Davis
English
Dansby
Eanglish
Cole & Cole
Houston
Taliaferro
Armstrong
Henderson
Tragic Train Death Of a Mexican Child
A Mexican child died yesterday afternoon on a train between A and M College and Bryan while en route from Navasota to Bryan for medical treatment. The father carried the body back home on the afternoon train after the infant’s death. The child was prepared for burial at McCulloch Gordon undertakings parlors.
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Navasota
Bryan
A. and
M. College
McCulloch- Gordon Undertaking
Election Notice for School Tax Vote in Brazos County
The Brazos County Sheriff announces an election on April 8 1920 at Fickey School House District 22 to decide on taxing for school purposes and whether the county may levy up to 50 cents per $100 valuation. Qualified property taxpaying voters may vote for or against the school tax by marking FOR SCHOOL TAX or AGAINST. Sheriff L E Morehead notes the order was issued March 3 1920 and the notice dates March 8 1920.
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State OF Texas
John Fuschak
Commissioners’ Court
L. E. Morehead
Brazos County
Texas
Special Bargains in Stock and To Arrive
Retail ad details bulk bargains on fabrics and garments including Percale at 29c per yard, Ginghams 35c, Ladies House Dress Ginghams at 2.50 value, Ladies Gauze Black Hose, Spool Cotton, Men’s Black Hose, and Men’s Blue Work Shirts priced 89c and 65c as a today bargain.
Ladies and Misses Gingham Dresses and Accessories Arrive
A dry goods page lists a large new assortment of gingham dresses in all sizes at values from 1.65 to 3.50, middy blouses from 1.50 to 2.25, children's gingham dresses from 1.50 to 2.45, and a fresh line of laces, embroidery, pumps, hose, and silk items with prices across several cents and dollars.
Big shoe stock sale cuts prices on Oxford and slipper styles
A large stock of Shoes Oxfords and Slippers has arrived with prices 25c to 50c under value. The sale features Ladies’ One Strap Slippers at 2.50 value, Ladies’ White Canvas Shoes, Kid Vici Oxfords, and Men’s Work Shoes with many price points for quick buys.
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U. S. Army
Bargain Men and Boys Furnishings Sale Highlights
Numerous clothing items offered including shirts, underwear, stockings, and pants with prices from 65c to 5.50. Items include work and dress shirts, Balbriggan undergarments, Nainsook Union Suits, hose, Madras fabrics, boys blouses and knee pants, and tennis oxfords for men and boys.
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Madras
Millinery Department Promises Budget Spring Hats
Our Millinery Department showcases large selection of ready to wear hats for Spring and Summer for women Misses and children at about a third less than rivals. See up to date styles and flowers while promising bargains.
Wellborn Happenings Offer Local Notes and Social Roundup
March 17 update from Wellborn details springtime farming, garden work, and social visits. Local residents, students, and travelers are mentioned, with notes on illnesses and recoveries, a moonlight Brazos picnic, a gasoline driven shift to horseback riding, and plans for a new garage near A G Neelley’s drug store.
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Thelma
H. I. Dowling
Bryan
Johnson
Jane Royder
Mart
A. W. Royder
Messrs
Orin
Ross Williams
Helen Lee
W. C. Coleman
Geo. L. Powers
R. M. Dansby
G. G. Williams
North Zulch
Donna Mae Carroll
R. Carroll
Claude Crone
Perry Landing
A. G. Neelley
Birth Announcement for Was Binder’s Son
A son was born Wednesday to Mr and Mrs P M Was binder in the family home, joining a growing family and bringing happiness to relatives.
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P. M. Wasbinder
Morehead Recovers Dallas Car and Arrests Suspect
Sheriff L E Morehead arrested Willie Hutchinson after an all night search for the stolen Ford car and tire. The tire came from D Carver's car at White's garage and the Ford was brought from Dallas. Long Wilson aided in locating the car, with Hutchinson previously missing.
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L. E. Morehead
Willie Hutchinson
D. Carver
White
Dallas
Morehead
Valley Junction
Hearne
Long Wilson
Templeman Farm
Brazos County
Long
Hutchinson
666 Quickly Relieves Ailments Including Headache
An item notes 666 as a remedy claiming quick relief from colds grippe constipation billousness loss of appetite and headaches. The ad emphasizes rapid action and broad symptom coverage.
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L. S. Williams
Coleview
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Benchley
Homer Bond
Velma
Louise
Cleveland Metal Products CO
Plate Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio
Magnolia Petroleum Company
M. Bonneville
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Our Dry Goods Department
Millinery Department
A. W. Boyder
Ola Williams
Missilie Dowling
Howard Lee
Ruth
Mae Delle Henailing
Claude
Marl Tatum
Ralph Reynolds
Jennings Franklin
Ralph Turner
Henry Jones
Michigan
Chambers- Wilson Garage
Eunice Williams
Rema Gandy
Ethel Sellers
Gladys Dowling
Messrs. Ross
Stewart McSwain
Iey Barron
Buyt
Oaeaife
Wilson
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