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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1934
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text outlines tentative plans for rural work projects and emergency measures. Mentions Stanford, Protas, and asset allocations with unclear details and timing.
Three Bryan residents Virgins Evans Gengtte and Mere Bram pursue bachelor of science degrees at a Texas university with focus on economics and related fields.
At the home of Mrs. M.8. Broach the Tabor Club discussed rural sanitation and the summer weather cheese topic in a focused session.
Oiks, water colors and etchings by prominent Texas artists are shown in the architectural library at Texas A. and M. College for about two weeks. The exhibit opens daily at 5 and evenings 7 to 10. Dr. J. Pinney notes the 1930s collection shows merit with strong canvases.
Miss Ima Harricon won first place in the state and will carry her chart to Washington for the national convention in April. Georgia Lee Davis claimed third place. both are seniors in the foods class taught by Miss Winnie Harris at Bryan High School.
GEORGETOWN March 24 Miss Mary Martha Black daughter of Dr and Mrs John W Black of Bryan will be a candidate for a bachelor of arts degree at Southwestern University at the end of the spring semester. Black has been active on campus and was named most popular girl in a recent student survey. She majored in Spanish.
A column rebuts ongoing calls for public ownership of essential services. It recalls private or municipal roles in telephone, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities, praising and questioning franchise benefits and urging city action to secure reliable, fair service. The piece argues for public utility control to serve welfare and efficiency.
Economic interpretations discuss the Standard Milk Ordinance and local option law as a sanitary and economic issue. The author notes attempts to repeal the ordinance served public welfare poorly and calls for honest treatment of dairy industry struggles amid hostile interests and municipal regulation.
A distressed call urges neighbors and local trades to support food provision for all. The text questions current distribution, laments shortages, and asks for a feasible plan and definite proposition to ensure adequate quantity and price for the community.
W B Harris and Henry Harris of Bryan purchase the Piggly Wiggly on Main Street from E Cloud and Son. They assume management with plans to attract the people of Bryan and Brazos. The deal signals renewed activity in local retail.
Henry Harris will be in charge of the store, taking on the role with responsibility for operations and management. Details on duties or timeline were not provided.
American Legion Auxiliary members gathered at Mrs. Ed Martin’s home for an all day quilting session. The completed quilt top, donated by Alma Higgs, will be raffled at the Legion Fourth of July celebration. Attendees brought covered dishes to share.
Stop that itching with Hawk Ointment and a two quality guarantee. Advert says price fifty cents from Roman and Vick. Also note clean cotton rags needed at The Eagle office.
An article notes a liquid laxative suitable for children and adults, with dosing guidance and gradual reduction. It emphasizes choosing a regulated dose and mentions Dr syrup Pepsin and a pharmacist’s advice for pediatric use.
Senator Walter Woodul of Houston announces candidacy for lieutenant governor. Born in Texas, he served in the National Guard and World War I, chaired Harris county’s senate, and led Houston civic groups. He weighs issues for voters and notes a Texas education and family ties.
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