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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1934
Page
5
A sprawling reminiscence covers publisher and theater magnate E D Stair from Morenci Michigan to Detroit and New York diplomats Hiroshi Saito and Robert Skinner. It notes Stair's media empire and theatre ventures, Skinner’s consular career, and Whalen’s NRA role plus other figures like Logan.
A reflective piece celebrates Texas as a muse for writers, detailing West Texas cattle culture, missions, cowboys, and the shift to ranches and dude ranches. It recalls a 1931 Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs convention in Lubbock with vivid local color and a note on poetry inspired by Texas size and variety. The article ends with an editor's note about Mrs. Walter Greenwood's read address at Navasota.
President Roosevelt selects Thomas Jefferson Coolidge II of Boston as Undersecretary of the Treasury succeeding several appointees. A Yale football star in 1914, he became a banker rising to vice president at First National Bank of Boston. He hails from a lineage of prominent public and business figures in Virginia and Massachusetts.
A three room rental house on Fin Feather Road owned by Sim Westen burned Sunday night at about 10 o clock. The Black occupants were reportedly in flight and the structure and furniture valued at 8500 for furniture and 400 for the house. No insurance coverage was found.
The Texas Agricultural Experiment Station reports boll weevil emergence from April 16 to 30 at College Station was the second highest on record for that period, totaling 2.15 percent. By May 1 total emergence reached 4.84 percent, about 1.7 percent above normal, with an expected year end near 5.52 percent. Flea hopper hatch in over wintering cages over the two weeks before May 1 exceeded normal levels, though field conditions show hoppers scarce across South Texas.
Richard Wilson and Lydia Austin and Cy H Stolxquint with Opal Brogden are licensed to wed in Brazos County. Sumner Rhone and Disgie Lee Sales, both described as Negroes, have been issued a license to wed. Public notice appears in the Eagle War Ad columns.
Visiting duchesses and Bryan and Miss Williamson escorts join the fiftieth Brenham Maifest. A. and M. College students escort Misses Williamson Miller and Chance. Queen Lillian Adams and Princess Rosemary DeWare lead the celebration with baseball games against Texas A and M, a Ross Volunteers drill, and college band performances as the homecoming marks a golden jubilee.
Red Cross in Brazos County announces senior life saving certificates after tests earningemblems. Scores list top performers from Dallas San Antonio Fort Worth Galveston and more with Ned Campbell supervising. Solon Pat Gibson and Jimmie R. New named life saving examiners. J E Mueller to direct water methods class at Allen Academy.
The senior class will present Nothing But the Truth by James Montgomery at Stephen F. Austin High on Friday May TS. Cast includes Robert Bennett Grover White Jr E M Ralston Oak McKenzie Jr Dick Donnelly Marcell Kenneeny Clarence Van Dusen George Singletary Jr Bishop Doran Glenn Williams Gwendolyn Ralston Miss Joe Anna Tatman Mrs FE M Ralston Miss Reva Manisoff Ethel Clark Miss Lila Fae Vance Mable Jackson Miss Bessie Mae Lichte Sable Jackson Miss Ant Cline Martha Miss Iren Higgs with faculty sponsors directing.
The Keller family marked their 50th wedding anniversary with a Saturday gathering at the Kurten home. The event featured a prayer service, singing by Emil and Albert Keller and Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Keller, a Bible-based address by Rev. Jul. Joh. Kasiske, and a 5:30 p.m. dinner. Attendants included seven children, 14 grandchildren, and friends from several locales. an absent sister arrived the next day with her son, turning the occasion into a two day celebration.
Leonard Wheeless visits in Waco on business. Brazos County friends recall Miss Ima Cook as Mrs. Theron Hensarling spending the week with her parents at Steep Hollow. Wichita Falls visitors Mrs. Erin Couch and Miss Frances Parker stay with Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Tucker in Bryan. Numerous locals attend Steep Hollow singing convention and other gatherings.
The one week revival at First Baptist closed Sunday night led by Dr. F. B. Thorne. Pastor Dr. W. H. Andrew praised the spiritual uplift and noted 35 additions during the week. Midweek prayer services Wednesday will feature Echoes of the recent Revival.
Painters started Monday on the Southern Pacific passenger station. Roof repairs will be painted green, wood trim and interior work completed. This marks the first repainting in ten years, according to ticket agent Stuart Harris.
In Brazos county, 165 school visits inspected 1198 children with 625 defects found and 137 corrected. 632 home visits covered prenatal and postnatal care, infant and school health, nursing, instruction, and social service. TB tests and vaccines administered, health clubs formed, clinics held, and health literature distributed in Bryan and surrounding areas.
The Baptist Students' Council was installed during the evening service at College Station Baptist church. C. E. Moore of Rosebud was named president with L. M. Haupt as faculty advisor. Officers include A. R. Hatcher Beeville first VP D B Roberson Corpus Christi second VP R G Hodge Pledger recording secretary J W Collier Killeen reporter Keith Sandifer Sour Lake treasurer R L Burley Jr College Station B Y P U director J K Walker Fort Worth Sunday School director R G Bowie El Paso pianist W W Gandy College Station chorister Paul Berndt Plainview director of orchestra A G Johnson Franklinton La president Senior Sunday School J Y Orms Bryan president Junior Sunday School T L Fahring Anahuac president Sophomore Sunday School J P Love McKinney senior Junior B Y P U Wallace Martin Lockney president Sophomore B Y P U John Becka Temple.
The First Methodist Sunday school drew 428 attendees for the Sesquicentennial celebration. E R Bryant presided as program included orchestra pieces under Theo Mahler, readings on Methodism’s history, and remarks by past superintendents. Dr R W Tinsley spoke at both services while Pastor L B Elred attended conference in Jackson Miss.
A vintage classified ad promotes Back Hawk Ointment by Roman and Vick promising relief for itchy skin conditions including eczema ringworm and athletes foot. The offer guarantees satisfaction and lists a price of 50 cents.
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