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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1922
Page
8
Bryan residents and guests appear in a collage of daily life. Local figures such as G W Ammons, J W Pitman, G W Orms, and Miss Willie Mae Collard are noted in visits and health updates, while Dr W F Odem, Lynn Sample, Aubray Moore, and others are seen on business or travel. The column also covers church and school events, real estate moves, and upcoming graduation notices from Bryan High School.
The Standard Oil Company of New Jersey announced a one cent per gallon increase in gasoline. The new price is twenty cents per gallon.
Houston weather bulletin reports the Brazos River reaching 29 feet at Valley Junction with a rise of 9.4 feet. Water levels at Waco 34.8 feet and at nearby areas show continued ascent as of May 10. Buried in the notice is the official signature Bunne Meyer.
Charles Henry Macintosh of the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World predicts prices will fall for 30 years with 1950s industry facing a falling market. He urges quick turnover and stronger advertising as readers increasingly focus on store news and ads, not just local news.
John F. Martin, accused of robbing Citizens State Bank of Houston, was taken to Bryan at 11 p.m. Sunday for a third trial after two hung juries in Houston. Deputy B. W. Rogers said he handed Martin to Brazos County Sheriff Morehead and saw him jailed before leaving Bryan.
M J Frame announces candidacy for Constable of Precinct No 4 Brazos County objects to July Democratic primary. He grew up in the county and works on the Bryan Edge mail route. He plans to reside in Bryan after June 30 and pledges fair impartial law enforcement if elected. He offers no hostility toward Wheeless and asks voters for support.
In College Station Texas May 10 the Texas National Egg Laying Contest at A and M College under T J Conway named S C White Leghorns owned by D B Walls of Petaluma California as top pen with 114 eggs. Do A Ream Lancaster Pennsylvania led individuals with 28 eggs.
The Haltom family thanks everyone who assisted during the illness and death of their son and brother Roger Parker Haltom. Sincere appreciation is extended by the parents and extended family including Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Haltom and others.
Oakland Kansas farmer F T Peyton praises Tanlac after flu and rheumatism left him weak. He says the treatment gave him energy, improved rheumatism, and aided weight gain. The ad emphasizes Tanlac tablets with a bowel movement claim and a satisfaction guarantee from druggists.
Four groups of the Methodist Woman's Missionary Society gathered at members' homes Monday afternoon for Bible study and fellowship. Group 1 at Mrs. R. N. Bronca hosted fifteen members with four visitors, led by Mrs. Oak McKenzie on the Good Book. Group 2 at Mrs Chesburne welcomed twelve members and two visitors, with Mrs. H. M. Dansby teaching Hannah. Group 3 at Mrs. W. F. Gibbs moved the meeting to four o'clock and conducted a Hannah lesson led by Mrs. F. S. Dial. Group 4 at Mrs. T. A. Adams included a short business session before Bible instruction led by Mrs. R. O. Allen.
Roger Parker Haltom known as Jack Haltom died Monday afternoon at 2 15 at his parents home in Benchley. He was 21 years 8 months and 8 days old and had been in poor health for a year. He attended Allen Academy and Thorpe Springs and was popular among friends. He leaves two brothers, T. H. Haltom of Bryan and Robert H. Haltom of Navasota, three sisters, Hattie of Benchley, Mrs. O H McGee of Navasota, and Mrs. L B Sikes of Dallas, and many relatives. Funeral services were held at Benchley Tuesday at 2 pm, conducted by Rev. C N Catmes. burial was in Bryan City Cemetery at 8 15 pm.
The State Association of City Fire Marshals and Chiefs merged with the State Firemen's Association during a convention in Brownwood Texas. Bryan delegates Judge J W Hamilton Charlie Godwin and Julius Groginsky attended the meeting.
Judge J W Hamilton of Bryan spoke at the State Firemen's Convention in Brownwood urging the meeting to support hosting next year in Bryan. He argued good roads boost fire fighting efficiency and save property, noting quick response over paved highways and federal state aid for highway improvements.
Reports from Texas indicate a distinctly unfavorable week for the cotton crop. Heavy rains and extended wet fields prevented planting in places while good weather in the Rio Grande valley and far south spared those areas, but overall stands are poor and pessimism dominates statewide.
Brazos County extension reports growing interest in purebred poultry with leaders like Will Conway and T. E. Bullock driving progress. Two judging contests are planned at the Short Course in College Station with teams from Brazos Grimes Burleson counties to compete using American Standard of Perfection breeds.
In Bryan a joke unfolded as Julius Groginsky faced a midnight prank by local youths who dialed a hoax call from Sheriff Morehead claiming a grand jury summons. Groginsky, headed to Brownwood for the State Fireman's Convention, refused to stay until the sheriff appeared in person. The ruse collapsed when the sheriff revealed he was there to arrest a Houston prisoner, leaving Groginsky relieved amid playful jeers.
County Clerk A. S. McSwain issued marriage licenses in Brazos County over the past ten days to Arthur Cole and Sunshine Garrette, Tom Perkins and Margaret Conroy, and Jim Richardson and Mary Belle.
East Texas readers are invited to sample the Ribbon Cane Syrup from HENSARI ING, promoted with house brand receptivity and regional availability. The brief note highlights local appeal and product origin in East Texas.
The death of Mrs W N Wilson occurred in the Tabor community after a two week illness. Born Nora Francis she was 41 years 10 months and 14 days. She lived in Tabor most of her life and married W N Wilson of Anson Texas about eighteen years ago. She leaves her husband a son Clyde her mother Mrs S Francis four brothers and four sisters. She was a devout Baptist and known for her kindness and generosity and enjoyed growing and giving flowers.
Brazos County District Court calendars show the May term beginning with the first case, John F. Grant versus C. B. Bowen, et al, to be set for Monday May 16. The third through sixth weeks list various trials including State of Texas versus Pink Hines and others, with several civil actions and bank cases scheduled.
Houston police nab seven African American suspects at 2:15 AM after pursuit in a high powered stolen car on Harrisburg boulevard. Officers overtake them at Lamar and Bagby after a chase through the business district ending with five in custody and two men captured moments later.
Judge W. B. Gainer returns from Arkansas and northeast Texas reporting unprecedented rain and washouts. He says vast strips of farm land are flooded and devastated across the region.
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