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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1929

Page

2

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Fragmented quote of civic ideals from Dr Seamer A Keapp

A damaged OCR passage presents a grandiose, incomplete quotation about a republic, civic pride, culture, rural towns, wealth, and the pursuit of perfecting verse, attributed to Dr Seamer A Keapp.

Seamer Akeapp

Bryan urged to fund third annual commerce convention

The piece urges Bryan to raise half of $15,000 for its third annual chamber of commerce convention in May. It argues about 25,000 expected visitors would spend at least $1 each, boosting local business and growth. It highlights support from utilities and business leaders, notes past hospitality, and calls citizens to donate, forecasted airport planning in Mercedes, and mentions unrelated items on court rulings and floods.

Bryan Bryar Alles’ Academy Sach Pryan Hart Texas

Texas Road Funding Debate Over Gas Tax and Fees

The discussion centers on easing road funding cuts by keeping auto license fees and raising the gasoline tax from 2 to 4 or 5 cents. Proponents argue a higher gas tax boosts revenue and preserves federal aid matches, while opponents warn tax hikes could worsen state finances and road conditions.

Fim Texas Mary

Farm population smallest in 20 years signals shift to industry

The country’s farm population 27,511,000 compares with 22,000,009 in 1909, yet the bureau of agricultural economics says this rise in industrial labor, higher wages, and shorter hours will boost efficiency. Improved farm methods promise greater output per acre and per worker to feed more urban residents.

Bureauu of Agricultural Economics America

Amphibian find in Oklahoma stirs new debates

A cryptic note mentions an amphibian in Oklahoma buried in coal tar and compares it to the age of Ann, reopening a debated argument. The fragment hints at a curious mystery and ongoing discourse without providing further details.

Oklahoma Coltar Ann

Mexican rebels discuss buying airplanes despite cash gaps

Report says Mexican rebels talk of purchasing airplanes to aid their cause but lack funds. They recognize that financing a revolution requires money and expect to secure funds soon.

Air Drops Bring Aid and Danger Across Borders

In Mexico airplanes drop bombs maiming and killing civilians while across the border in the United States planes drop tons of food and clothing to men, women and children stranded by high waters.

Mexico United States

Matinee Idol Slippage Questioned by EK H Southern

EK H Southern argues the matinee idol has deteriorated while noting the belief that decline often precedes the pedestal position. The remark challenges established views about star status and its stability.

EK. H. Southern

Marriage Licenses Issued by County Clerk Saturday

County Clerk Jess B. McGee issued marriage licenses to Gaines Randle and Lizzie Henderson, L. B. Knox and Agnes Franklin, and Manuel Barrientes and Guadalupe Lopez on Saturday.

Jess B. McGee Gaines Randle Lizzie Henderson L. B. Knox Agnes Franklin Hanuel Barrientes Guadalupe Lopez

Prison relocation debate shapes Texas session prospects

State Rep. Barron and Rep. Spraker returned to Bryan after illness and met Gov. Moody as legislators discuss a special session to resolve the prison system siting. Moody favors a thorough survey to pick the best site, possibly in South Texas, or elsewhere, with removal options debated and farm sites eyed.

W. S&s. Barron Brazos County Spraker Bryan Ane Moody Barron Texas South Senate Meepers Darrington Clemens Hauuteville

New Zealand spinach and prize contests in Brazos county

County agents Benson and Givens report on vegetables like New Zealand spinach and cucumbers for summer gardens. Prize lists from Bryan Chamber of Commerce offer trips to encampments and expositions, with several organizations backing farm and 4-H contests. Row systems and fertilizer trials are described, plus advice on preventing terrace erosion and improving soil conservation.

New Zealand Bryan Chamber of Commerce Brazos

One Cow to Every Ten Acres Proposals for Texas Farmers

R M Kleberg of King Ranch argues that landowners should supply tenant farmers one cow per ten acres. He explains cows return fertilizer improving soil and boosting profits through cotton and other crops, milk and butter income, calf sales, and a growing herd. Kleberg heads King Ranch Dairy and leads the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association.

Texas R. M. Kleberg King Ranch Kleberg Texas and Southwestern Cattlemen Raisers Association Texas Opportunity

East Side P T A Names Officers and Delegates

March meeting elected officers for the coming year led by Mrs G E Adams as president and Mrs H B McDowell as first vice president. Delegates to the Ninth District PTA convention include Mrs Adams and others with numerous members named for the East Side group.

East Side Parent-Teacher Association G. E. Adams H. B. McDowell J. L. Reese J. P. Wheeler Albert Buchanan Thrift Savings Bank P.T. A Temple Wilson Bradley Lelia Griffin McSwain J. M. Gordon A. Benbow R. L. Hearne Josephine Eden H. L. Durham W. H. Darrow L. B. Pipkin I. H. Bartz N. L. McCullough

Prospect News notes church services and local school events

Rev J P Brown preached at Prospect school house with a small congregation. Rev J P King also spoke Sunday evening. Prospect school has a holiday as local representatives attended a country meet. Morris Bear and Charlie Grizzoff won events by default. Eulon Rice placed second in running high jump. A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Charley Merino christened Frank Merino. Alfred Gama welcomed a bouncing baby boy on Monday March 1.

Prospect J. P. Brown Bryan Prospect School House A. D. Broadway G. M. Terry J. P. King of Bryan Prospect School Morris Beal Charlie Grizzoff Sam Grizzoff Eulan Face Henry Batten John Margutto Frank Guido Morris Bear Eulon Rice Charley Merino Frank Merino Alfred Gama

Kangaroo Court at King's Highway School Plays With Soil Robbing Theme

On March 16 the Tabor community staged a Kangaroo Court at the King's Highway school to try L. F. Mangis for robbing the soil. Marvin Thompson presided as judge, Joe Locke led as prosecuting attorney, and J. T. Cross defended Mangis with sharp quips. Jurors and witnesses wore humorous costumes as the cast critiqued farming and soil care. The play featured colorful locals, including John Batten with an artificial nose and a seven-decade-old look for his role. The production entertained as seniors rehearse a future play, Kicked Out of College, for closing school.

King's Highway Tabor King’s Highway L. F. Mangis Marvin Thompson Joe Locke J. T. Cross Henry Koontz Lynn Sample Rowland Crenshaw John McCallum Walter Armstrong Will Conrad Sam Pate John Batten Arthur Corgey Fritz Kindt Bob Breshire Adolph Novosad Mattison Corgey Grant McDonald Lynn Hardin Jim Tarver Culbertson Windsor

Special Lights on Bryan Approved

The city commission extended the holiday street lighting on Bryan adding two blocks from 24th to 26th street to the plan. Lighting will join Main street for the East Texas Chamber of Commerce convention.

Bryan 24Th 26Th Street Main Street East Texas Chamber of Commerce

Photographer’s Ad Suggests Bring Your Own Horse for Mounting

A claimed photographers advertisement humorously advises clients to bring their own horse when having photographs mounted. The line underscores a quirky, tongue in cheek promotion rather than a standard business practice. The item reflects period humor in advertising.

Photographers

Bryan Daily Eagle Want Ads Deliver Local News Results

Classified items in Bryan Daily Eagle provide quick notices on sales services and community happenings. The brief ads connect readers with local buyers sellers and event information across town.

Bryan Daily Eagle

Brazos County Meet Concludes With Numerous Winners At Bryan

The Brazos County Meet in Bryan and College Station announced first place winners across many events. Winners include Travis School in music memory and A. M. Consolidated in track and field, with districts to be held at Brenham on April 12.

Brazos County Bryan College Station E M. Walls Walls Bresham Brenham Music Memory Travis Joff Bowie School Annie Ruth Ware Francis Chance A. & M. Consolidated Josephine Dunn Kathleen McKee John W. Black Travis School Jessie Merle Bryan High Walden Orr Edge Milton Maloney W. T. McDonald Hazel Adams Frances Branch Lewis Downs Millican Thurston Buchanan Harvey Rebecca Jones Kena Pertone Steel's Store Virginia Lovell John Barron Ward Wayne Durham Travis Beal Oak McKenzie Leslie Henry Tabor Mildred Eden Dorothy Hedges Jo-Ann Tatman Marquez Ehlinger Addison Ainsworth Logan Buchanan Ann Bentley Elizabeth Dickenson Christobel Bailey Jessie Merle Henry Bryan Ake Joe Hubacek John Morehead Jno Travis William Hedrick Ed Skuball Frances: Robinson Milton Kurten Kurten Louis Gorzycki Joe Degelia Steele’s Manual Gerka Ist Carson Moore Hubacek Sabo Stevener Gerka Seuball Seaball Foy Royder

Unidentified Bandit Slain After Bank Hold Up

An unidentified bandit was slain by neighboring merchants when he tried to escape after robbing the Industrial State Bank in the Argentine section of Kansas City. No other injuries reported and suspects are being sought.

Associated Press Kansas City Industrial State Bank

Dallas man Bryan girl in accident

D R Crow of Dallas general manager of the Audit Company of Texas and Miss Jane Reynolds of Bryan were injured when Crow's car overturned between Wellborn and Millican. Both were cut and severely bruised. Crow remained in Bryan hospital while Reynolds went home. Crow has overseen county records audits for the firm.

D. R. Crow Dallas Audit Company of Texas Jane Reynolds Bryan

Stewart family moves Magnolia station role to Moran

M C Stewart and his wife relocate from Albany to Moran where he now heads the Magnolia wholesale station. He has managed Albany Magnolia operations for years, is from Brazos County, and is son of J R Stewart of Reliance. He left Brazos county about six years ago for the west.

M. C. Stewart Albany Moran Mr. Stewart J. R. Stewart Reliance Brazos County

Printer’s playful marriage proposal pun

A joke line imagines a printer proposing with typography puns. The speaker declares affection and offers to commit, using wordplay around typeface and printing terms to woo a partner.

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