A and M College Announces 1914 15 Commencement
A and M College sets a busy commencement week from June 5 to 9 with 96 seniors to receive diplomas from Governor James E. Ferguson. Rev G Lyle Smith will preach and P M Lincoln will deliver the address at Pittsburg. The schedule includes concerts drills parades and the annual alumni banquet and final ball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scholar& M
A. & M. College
James E. Ferguson
Bizzell
G. Lyle Smith
First Christian Church
Chickasha
Okla
Texas
P. M. Lincoln
American Institute of Electrical Engineers
University of Pittsburg
Pittsburg
A. & M. Glee Club
Ross Volunteers
Rev. Smith
Alumni Association
Ross
C. T. Tally
Bryan
Lincoln
Marvin Smith
Howell
Luskach Valenta Couple Weds at St Joseph's Church
Matthew Luskach of Strawn and Josephine Valenta of Kurten were married at St Joseph's Church in this city at 10 this morning. Father Gleiss ner led the ceremony and nuptial mass as the children's choir sweetly sang. Best wishes were offered for their future.
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Matthew Luskach
Strawn
Palo Pinto County
Josephine Valenta
Kurten
St. Joseph's Church
Father Gleissner
Riding the Blind Incident Ends in Arrest
A well dressed African American youth was chased from the blind baggage of the southbound Hustler by Deputy Marshal Worley yesterday afternoon. After a two block pursuit he was recaptured and jailed. The youth claimed to be from Jefferson.
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Worley
Jefferson
City Extends Sewer Line on South Washington Avenue
City crews began work to extend the sewer line on South Washington avenue from Mrs. S H Newton’s residence to the street’s south end. The 1300 foot addition will cost about 475 dollars with 300 dollars advance from property owners and future sewer rentals. About twenty five property owners along the street will connect.
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Washington Avenue
S. H. Newton
Good news from Thrall field party wells near Temple line
The Smith Oliver company holdings in the Thrall field report a Temple company well nearby showing strong signs of a future gusher. Senator Sorghum quips about friends before and after elections as supporters remain active post campaign.
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Smith-Oliver Il Company
Bailey Will Not Run for Senate Says He Won't Seek Office
Former Senator Joseph W. Bailey tells the Post he will not be a Senate candidate next year. He plans to return to Texas in about two months to confer with friends before announcing, noting he cannot neglect his clients and letters of support.
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Post
Joseph W. Bailey
Senate
Texas
Texas Colonos Offer Resolutions In Legislature
Six Lusi- Itania resolutions were introduced in the Texas Legislature today. One by Senator McNealus favors severing diplomatic relations with Germany. The others express confidence in President Wilson. No action will be taken until tomorrow.
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Associated Press
Austin
Tex
McNealus
Germany
Wilson
Two Mexican smugglers killed by US guards at Alpine
Alpine Texas May 10 United States customs guards killed two Mexican smugglers. Mothers Day observed fitting actions at Agricultural and Mechanical College. Young women from Bryan pinned white flowers on 900 cadets before chapel. Sermon by Dr Henry F Cope of Chicago. Dr Cope is general secretary of the Religious Educational Association. He addressed the Young Men's Christian Association last night. Music provided for both services.
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Agricultural and Mechanical College
Bryan
Henry F. Cope
Chicago
Cope
Religious Educational Association
Young Men's Christian Association
East Texas fruit crop seen above normal potential
W F Proctor of Texas A M College says East Texas fruit trees look healthy and thrifty after a tour. He predicts this season's fruit crop will be equal to or above the normal yield, barring any unforeseen problems. He formerly lived in Tyler.
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East Texas
W. F. Proctor
Agricultural and Mechanical College
Proctor
Tyler
Bryan routs Smetana 27 to 2 in afternoon game
A Bryan team defeated Smetana 27 to 2 yesterday at the Smetana grounds. Bryan built a large early lead and cruised to the lopsided victory.
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Bryan
Smetana
Colored revival at Shiloh Baptist Church closes with success
The two week revival at Shiloh Baptist Church colored ended Sunday night after 23 accessions. At 11 a.m. Rev. M. M. Haynes of Austin preached the introductory sermon. At 4 p.m. Rev. D. H. Shivers baptized 17 candidates, and 23 joined the church. Prof. I. N. White and Mrs. D. A. Dixon led the organ. The closing service included the Lord's Supper and full attendance.
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Shiloh Baptist Church
Colored
M. M. Haynes
Austin
D. H. Shivers
I. N. White
D. A. Dixon
Bryan Defeats Shiloh in Close 7 4 Baseball Game
Bryan baseball team defeated Shiloh near College 7 to 4 on Allen Academy grounds. standout pitcher Broadway of Allen Academy struck out fourteen, allowed few hits in a well played nonleague contest. lineup features Bryan McMurray Burns Dansby Brownlee MORAY Myers Gammill and Jackson with Broadway on the mound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Shiloh
Near College
Allen Academy
Broadway
Cotton Prices Tumble on War Rumors Then Rebound
Cotton broke $2.85 per bale amid war rumors with the October price at 9.46 cents, later recovering to previous levels as market sentiment steadied.
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Associated Press
New York
Let Contract for Cottage on East Anderson Street
A. K. Brown let the contract for a modern raised cottage home to Contractor T. B. Hubbard. Hubbard began work on the foundation today on the lot Brown recently purchased beside Mr. and Mrs. J. W. James.
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A. K. Brown
T. B. Hubbard
Mr. Brown
J. W. James
East Anderson Street
Mr. Hubbard
White House weighs action after Lusitania sinking
The first formal White House comment on the Lusitania disaster was released after a conference with the President. Secretary Tumulty said the President feels the distress and gravity of the situation, weighing a calm, deliberate course of action that meets the public call for firmness.
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Associated Press
Washington
White House
Tumulty
Leo Frank Sentenced to Hang on June 22
Atlanta Georgia May 10 Leo Frank was sentenced to hang on June 22. The case draws national attention as the judge set the date for execution in the criminal proceedings.
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Leo Frank
Associated Press
Atlanta, Ga
Aggies Face Tough Week After Intercollegiate Meet
The Agricultural and Mechanical College track team returns from the Texas Intercollegiate Athletic Association meet with a second place and will compete May 15 in the Southwestern Association meet at Austin. Fifteen Aggies travel, and Coach Clutter anticipates fast times as he trains the squad for stronger competition.
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Agricultural and Mechanical College
Aggie
Texas Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Aggies
Southwestern Association
Austin
State University
Texas
Waxahacie
Clutter
Keep Cool Head Advised by Ferguson in Lusitania Crisis
Governor James E. Ferguson urges Texans to keep a cool head and steady nerve amid the Lusitania sinking crisis. He notes regret over American deaths and warns against taking part in passion or panic, stating the need to keep the country free from further troubles. He responded to inquiries from the New York World and the Chicago Tribune.
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Austin
Tex
James E. Ferguson
Lusitania
New York World
Chicago Tribune
Texas
the Tribune
New York
Commissioners Court Holds Monthly Session With Board of Equalization
The commissioners court met this morning for its regular session led by Judge J. T. Maloney. Present were Commissioners s. W W. Hamilton J. P. Atkins J. J. Cahill and M. 8. Easters as the county board of equalization convened.
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J. T. Maloney
S. W W. Hamilton
J. P. Atkins
J. J. Cahill
M. 8. Easters
County Board of Equalization
The New City Well Reaches 2040 Feet Depth
The new well has reached 2040 feet and drillers face stiff gumbo slowing progress. Officials say the well shows better results than previous tests and casing will be perforated to be set tomorrow, aiming to save all water found so far. If deeper work isn’t arranged, the well will be cleaned pumped and turned over to the city.
Baptismal Services at Third Colored Baptist Church
The annual baptismal rite took place at the oil mill tank in the city’s northern area yesterday afternoon. Rev. Diggs led the ceremony, and twenty seven new members were baptized.
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Third Colored Baptist Church
Diggs
Marriage Licenses Listed For Local Couples
John Henderson weds Miss Willie Davis Frank Colson weds Miss Belle Min ter Tom Knox weds Lizzie Thompson Alfred Rivers weds Ann Butler Ed Haynes weds Litte Robinson B J Denman weds Miss Kate Pitt man Will Moose weds Nellie B Thompson
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John Henderson
Willie Davis
Frank Colson
Belle Min
Tom Knox
Lizzie Thompson
Alfred Rivers
Ann Butler
Ed Haynes
Litte Robinson
B. J. Denman
Kate Pittman
Will Moose
Nellie B. Thomp
Real Estate Transfers in Bryan and Brazos County
Multiple transfers listed including Lena Todd to B B Pickett for lot 22 block 8 Hall addition Bryan for 500 dollars. J M Franklin to S H Franklin part of lot 2 block 8 Bryan for 66 dollars. J M Franklin et al to S H Franklin lot 2 block 8 Bryan for 120 dollars. J M Perrone to Carlo Salvato one acre in Francis Ruiz league Brazos County for 25 dollars. Mike to R N Batten et al two tracts in Thomas H Barron league Brazos County totaling 162 acres for 150 dollars.
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Lena Todd
B. B. Pickett
Hall
Bryan
Mr. Jones
Jones
J. M. Franklin
S. H. Franklin
City of Bryan
J. M. Perrone
Carlo Salvato
Francis Ruiz
Brazos County
Mike
R. N. Batten
Thomas H. Barron
Lines Worth Remembering in Pliny Quote
A brief note quotes Pliny the Younger on how objects in possession lose some charm once pursued. The fragment presents a contemplative aphorism about desire and value.
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Pliny the Younger
Baptist Revival Closes After Two Week Meeting
The First Baptist Church revival led by Evangelist Palmer and singer Mr. Wolslagel ended last night after two weeks of services. Over 100 conversions and 56 united with the church. A large crowd attended as sermons and choirs were praised, with twenty seven converts baptized to conclude the revival season.
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First Baptist Church
Evangelist Palmer
Mr. Wolslagel
Palmer
Wolslagel
W. C. Davis
Bryan
Ray Palmer
Brother Wolslagel
Home Mission Board
The
Southern Baptist Convention
Colored Summer School Opens At Shiloh Church
A summer school for teachers and prospective teachers met at Shiloh Baptist Church on May 8 to organize. W Knox was elected chair. S S Brewer secretary. F D Vaughan treasurer. Faculty includes E A Kemp conductor Theo Brown I N White. Four weeks begin first Monday in July. tuition two dollars per term prepaid. Executive committee lists Knox Brewer Vaughan Ford O Neal Thomas Thompson Hall Deere.
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Shiloh Baptist Church
W. Knox
S. S. Brewer
F. D. Vaughan
E. A. Kemp
Theo Brown
I. N. White
E. W. Knox
8. S. Brewer
W. R. Ford
August O'Neal
E. W. Thomas
T. T. Thompson
Messames A. A. Hall
B. M. Deere
BE. A. Kemp
Corpus Christi Woman to Become First Class Postmistress
Corpus Christi Texas May 11 It is said that next Saturday Mrs Georgia Welch will take the office of postmistress making her the only woman in the United States to hold a first class post office Her husband the late Judge Stanley Welch was a noted Texan jurist assassinated at Rio Grande City The appointment was made by President Wilson on the recommendation of Congressman J N Garner FE G Crabbe the retiring postmaster has served four years Corpus Christi office receipts have grown from 18000 to 45000 with eighteen clerks and carriers now employed up from seven four years ago.
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Corpus Christi
Tex
Georgia Welch
United States
Wilson
J. N. Garner
FE. G. Crabbe
Germany Defends Lusitania Sinking Blames British Policy
Berlin says the German Foreign Office warns the British government bears responsibility for the Lusitania disaster. It accuses Britain of starving civilians, arming merchant ships, and carrying war materiel, including 5400 cases of ammunition, on the voyage. Germany expresses regret over American casualties but questions U S trust in British assurances.
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Associated Press
Berlin
London
Foreign Office
Washington
State Department
Germany
Charles Beresford
Lusitania
England
Will Move Business to North Main Street
C Forrest Jones a local grain dealer located on Bryan street has leased the Mike building on North Main street next to Allen Smiths grocery and will move his business there soon with plans to open in the next week.
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C. Forrest Jones
Bryan Street
Mike
North Main Street
Allen Smith
Real Estate Transfers From Bryan Listings
P H Hensarling transfers undivided one half of lots 1 2 3 4 and 5 block 122 Bryan to W J Coulter for 3375 dollars. W R Griffin and others convey lot 8 Gentry addition Bryan for 65 dollars and other consideration.
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P. H. Hensarling
W. J. Coulter
City of Bryan
W. R. Griffin Et al
D. C. Jones
Gentry
City Deep Well Drilling Reaches 2057 Feet
City Engineer Adams told The Eagle that the deep well drilling halted at 2057 feet. The final six inch casing is being set, with the last 320 feet perforated. Washing and cleaning are planned for tomorrow, with bail ing to start Thursday.
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Adams
The
Eagle
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A & M. College
Ferguson
Luskach
Valenta
Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Bailey
Colono
Alpine, Tex
United States Customs
Ascevero
A. & M. Abenvyew Ae
Colored Revival
Brownlee
Ee Peee Ta Jackson
Moray
Hee Noone
Renee Myers
Gammill
Commissioners’ Court
Baptist Revival
Brother Palmer
Corpus Christ
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