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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1918
Page
4
Testimony centered on missing exhibits and laundry records for E. E. Sapp. Mary Hodges of Ineeda Laundry produced duplicates from 1914 1915 covering bundles marked E E S Sapp and related names. Officials noted barber shop bundles and other marks linked to Sapp, with several witnesses offering context on police activity and docket dismissals.
Mrs P A Johnson of 202 Third Street El Paso Texas testifies after eight years of rheumatic and digestive troubles that Tanlac restored her. She reports weight gain pain relief sleep improvement and steadier nerves. Tanlac sold by local agents in Wellborn Allen and Ta.
The commissioners court names members for the Bra zos home guard across multiple communities including Bryan Kurten Steep Hollow Wellborn and College with numerous listed officers and volunteers. Several areas have not yet submitted lists.
H Bloch’s store closed today due to the death of his mother Mrs Annie Finkelstein in Houston. She died Monday night at age 70. The funeral was at Sid Westheimer chapel with Rabbi Barnstein officiating, Beth Israel cemetery interment. She is survived by three sons and three daughters.
County Clerk Ferguson issued a marriage license to W. B. Pressley and Miss Annetta Franklin, both residents of Cook's Point in Burleson County.
W E Martin of Beaumont served as a police officer in 1914 1915 and aided in special duties under Knott Smith. He died after Sapps arrest. Smith knew Mary Keith who ran the Jefferson hotel and had three complaints against her but they were not prosecuted due to her status as a witness. Judge O Quinn moved to strike testimony about Mary Keith from the jury as attorneys argued. The jury retired and court adjourned for lunch.
Large crowd watches Bra zos county field day at B. B. A. Bryan high school defeats Harvey champions and Bryan Boy Scouts beat Harvey juniors. Afternoon events crown many juniors and seniors in running jumps relays and throws. Harvey claims county basketball cup. referees listed. medical ad follows.
Born March 15, 1918 to Mr and Mrs Tom Harsen Bond a son Ernest Francis. Born March 16, 1918 to Mr and Mrs George Jones Reliance a son Charles Richmond Taylor.
The extension service of A and M College reports last year’s sweet potato crop gained over 75000 dollars in cash value. Cooperative curing houses stored 112500 bushels, selling later at about 70 cents more per bushel, with 6171 houses built and plans for 31 additional plants, boosting 1918 prospects.
Brazos County Texas announces elections on Saturday April 11 1918 for one county school trustee in Commissioner’s Precinct No 1 and one in Precinct No 4. Polls open 8 am to 6 pm at designated voting places. conducted by same officers as other common school district elections. J T Maloney County Judge.
Advert says back pain from overwork or chill affects muscles or disease. Ballard's Snow Liniment is rubbed into the affected area for prompt relief. Prices 25c, 50c and $1.00 per bottle. Sold by E. J. Jenkins.
Forrest Lee Jones aged 10 years 3 months 4 days died of pneumonia last night at 9. Funeral held at 4 this afternoon with interment in the local cemetery. Rev Bullock officiated. He is survived by Mr. and Mrs. C. R. L. Jones of Steep Hollow.
An advertisement touts Herbine as a liver stimulant that purifies the bowels strengthens digestion and restores strength vigor and cheerful spirits. The price is 60 cents and it is sold by E J Jenkins.
A 19th century style warning promotes California Syrup of Figs as a harmless fruit laxative for children. It urges mothers to check for a coated tongue and signs of indigestion, claiming the product cleans the bowels within hours and touts authentic labeling to avoid counterfeits.
The Bryan chapter calls for 1000 dollars per month for the next year to sustain its size and member enthusiasm. A big drive begins next week with every man woman and child expected to donate. Other towns meet or exceed this level and Bryan is urged to match or surpass the former record.
Rev. George Gilmour, pastor of the First Unitarian church of Dallas, frames buying liberty bonds as a religious duty. He urged A and M College students to back soldiers, linking spiritual force to war effort and citing scripture, prayer, and sermons as sources. He spoke again at the Y M C A evening service.
Extension notice urges farmers to target poultry yard pests now to boost meat and egg production. Use sodium flooride for lice powder, pinch method on neck breast and wings, and a one ounce to gallon dip. Treat with crude oil or preservatives for mites and blue bugs, spray woodwork, nests and litter, sprinkle salt solution, and maintain cleanliness to save money.
Mrs. Hatterton sister of Mrs. Hudspeth visits with Mr. and Mrs. Hudspeth. Arch Stallions, a navy member on a fifteen day furlough, stays with his parents. Lois and Julia Wilcox join Misses Benbow for a weekend in town. Walter Holden and family attend a Blanton Sunday gathering. Alex McCollum hosts a Friday night party for local youths. Blanton Wiley and wife attend Cottonwood Sunday school.
Miss Willie Rogers city librarian has issued a request for books for soldiers in camps and in France. Books left at the library will be packed and sent to the troops.
Steep Hollow records March visits from Mr. and Mrs. John Cloud Kurten and families. Leslie and Everette Martin return from San Antonio after visiting parents. Adella Hall returns from Cook's Point Burleson county. W B English and children Helen and Jack visit Bryan. Rev W E Bard and Mrs Bard stay with Mrs R A Whitly. Crenshaws host Union Hill visitors. Pupils win prizes at Field Day at BB A. Florence Smith visits Bryan. Barnette family visits Harvey to see Forest Jones ill with pneumonia. Sunday school attendance rises. community urged to invite more older members.
A dramatic ad describes pressing a button to trigger a shock to cure corn pain. It promises quick relief by applying a quarter ounce of free zone from a drugstore to remove hard or soft corns or calluses without trimming. The remedy claims to ease soreness instantly and lift the corn out with roots intact.
Rain would help crops and town finances according to residents. Mrs. J W Murphy ill with appendicitis but improving. Mrs. E B Rennfield also on sick list. Horace Beard recovering at home. wife visiting relatives in Marlin and Mart. Davis and Hadley spoke at mutual benefit club. crowd too large for the venue. Red Cross ladies meet twice weekly aiding servicemen. Rev J M Bullock preached to a large audience.
The ad claims Pleurisy pains and lumbago located below the short ribs benefit from Ballard's Snow Liniment. It says rubbing in thoroughly eases pain and relaxes muscles allowing freer movement. Price 50 cents and 1 dollar per bottle. Sold by E. J. Jenkins.
An inexpensive beauty recipe uses two fresh lemons and three ounces of orchard white to make a quarter pint lemon skin softener. The lotion supposedly lightens freckles and tan, firms rough skin, and can be stored for months when strained and bottled. Regular daily massage allegedly yields smoother hands and a brighter face.
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