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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1923
Page
2
A tribute to Lee J. Rountree recalls his tireless public service in Texas. The speech in the House of Representatives honored his life, noting his selfless work for state progress and the affection of colleagues and veterans.
Dallas News obituary notes Lee J. Rountree a Texas legislator veteran journalist and patriot who died at his post of duty. The tribute portrays him as devoted husband generous and honest with a vigorous demeanor and chivalric character.
Opinion piece argues service stems from love or fear with love as noble motive. It urges explaining the difference to children and emphasizes loving worship of God over fear of punishment, noting daily blessings from a merciful creator. Mineral Wells Index.
Representative J O Bradfield of the Confederate Home in Austin and Hood’s Brigade paid final respects to Lee J. Rountree in Bryan. He praised Rountree’s charity to veterans and shared a ceremonial funeral tribute emphasizing life beyond death and eternal memory.
The article outlines unselfishness respect for others rights loyalty to God country family and community as core prerequisites of good citizenship. It also highlights cooperation with neighbors to advance the best interests of all.
Dean Hellman of the North Western Law School argues that Americans spend 50 percent more on cosmetics than on universities and colleges. He contends faces matter more than institutions and links beauty to social and economic activity, challenging the value placed on higher education.
A brief encounter on a crowded street prompts Dawn to declare his identity as “just American,” rejecting national labels and emphasizing universal humanity in Liberty. The poem passage reflects immigrant roots and the inclusive ideal of equal standing in a diverse society.
Miss Bess Edwards district H. D. A. and Mrs. Barnes clothing specialist both of A. & M. were guests of Mrs. R. R. Nor wood at the Norwood during their visit to the city Mineral Wells index
Congressman Lee Rountree describes a Texas Legislative tour through oil regions and a vast Leon River dam, praising Eastland County growth while contrasting shattered towns like Lee Bay and noting tax implications and prosperity in the thriving areas.
The Bryan Delphian Society met Friday afternoon at the Carnegie Library to study The Religion and Art of Egypt led by Mrs. Thomas Lundine. Current events on recent excavations in Egypt added interest. the next meeting May 15 will cover The Story of Babylonia and Assyria with charter closing May 14.
Misses Mary and Anne Cahill of Smetana are visiting Bryan today, staying for a brief social visit and sightseeing.
Edge School closed its program with a large crowd in attendance from across the region. Activities included a student play Deacon Dubbs, living pictures from Aley's Poems, a Friday address by Hon. T. O. Walton on citizenship, and a nine to six baseball win by Edge over Wheelock. The new auditorium was packed and visitors noted the school’s progressive spirit and fellowship.
The Thirty-Eighth Legislature passes a resolution in memory of Hon. A Frank Brigance of Grimes County Texas who died at his Navasota home on April 16 1923. Rep Lee J Rountree introduced the measure praising Brigance as a lawyer and public servant from the Twenty Fourth and Twenty Fifth Legislatures and extends sympathy to his family. A copy is sent to the family and a Journal page is dedicated to his memory.
J S Hogg of the Quitman News visits Galveston during a rainy spell and city election. The piece notes his future rise to Texas attorney general and governor and his later record as a champion of the common people.
Dallas News reports Texas House members read regret messages for Lee J. Rountree from S. P. Brooks of Waco Motion Picture Theater owners of Dallas and O M Stone of Jasper. Cisco Chamber of Commerce sent thanks for the Legislature visit to Eastland County. A resolution of respect for A D Mebane of Lockhart who died May 1 was adopted.
A joint Wee-a-Wake Club and 22 club gathering in Kurten featured recitations jokes songs and Uncle Remus readings by youths while adults held a spelling contest won in a tie by Miss Johnnie Sabo and Tillie Fushak Oak McKenzie gave an engaging talk on Love Labor and Loyalty A $17 fund was raised for auditorium lights with possible paths to boost funds via refreshments Brazos County May prizes or Delco lighting plant for a state club honor Attendees from Bryan included Miss Totten Mrs Pansy Conlee Mesdames Cooper Protho and County Agent Beason
Members of the Dallas A and M Club met at the Oriental Hotel and formed a committee to draft a resolution honoring late legislator Lee J. Rountree who died on the Austin House floor. The group supported a legislative appropriation for a new dormitory at College Station to be named Rountree Hall and backed Mothers' Club efforts to create a student loan fund. President A Y Shields presided. next meeting set for Friday at the Oriental.
Charles A Hammond aged 70 died Friday night at his son's residence after two months illness. Survived by his wife Bettie Hammond five sons and two daughters. Funeral at Calvert Sunday with Rev P R Humber officiating, burial in Calvert cemetery. Adv for Ballard's Snow Liniment follows obituary.
Neighbors report Mr H N Cochran was injured when a rope he was using to lead a cow tightened around him. He suffered back bruises and faintness, was treated at home, and has recovered enough to be seen out today.
Large turnout exceeds capacity at Ta bor High School for the county Sunday school convention with full county representation from Millican Harvey and College. Prof Dickey urged teachers to study lessons for daily life and push class discussion while parents set examples. Bryan to host next convention in October with broad county participation foreseen.
The Bryan Parent-Teacher Association promoted Tag Day on Saturday with the Reading Club helping sell tags. Cash receipts totaled 125 dollars and will benefit Bryan school children. Acknowledgment was given to all who contributed to the event.
Bryan Christian EndeavorSocieties sent twenty car loads to Navasota for the district convention at the Presbyterian church for a three day session May 4 to 6. The group planned a roadside picnic and joined others for the opening exercises.
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