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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1919
Page
4
Well known public man argues for state prohibition over federal enforcement and supports amending the Texas constitution to align with the people will. He favors farm home ownership, governor salary increase to 10000 a year, and upholds democratic primaries while recognizing broader constitutional changes.
New York May 12 The national conference on lynching discussed federal or state measures to end lynching including a federal offense and model laws empowering governors and police. Charles Evans Hughes urged constitutional rights for Black Americans and warned lynching as a revolt against justice. He endorsed free speech and a free press as essential to democracy.
Surgeons urge prompt antiseptic first aid for cuts burns bruises and wounds. BoroZone advertised as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for man or beast. Sold by Jenkins’ Drug Store and M. H. James.
The Bryan Daily will pay seven dollars and fifty cents for the largest white grain delivered to the Eagle office on Thursday and Friday, November 12 and 13, 1919.
The Elks association of Texas holds its Galveston convention June 4 to 6 to discuss a national effort to rehabilitate wounded Allied soldiers. The program includes hospital care, vocational training, and financial aid funded with 250000 dollars, with a Boston hospital already treating 547 men. The effort has War Department approval and seeks outside support, with no change to Elks membership requirements. The event also features a robust social program and reduced rail fares June 1 for attendees from across the state.
Independent Executor T K Dixon announces all indebted parties to Jessie Meredith, deceased, must settle promptly and creditors must present claims by law. Claims should be mailed to Cole & Cole, 217 Commercial Bank Building, Houston, Texas, care of the executor. May 12, 1919.
Conrad Krause of Edge and Oscar Wilcok of the Tabor community were Bryan visitors today. F. M. Wilson of Normangee also visited Bryan today.
A vintage advertisement advises mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for child constipation. It describes coated tongue as a sign of illness and promotes a teaspoonful as a safe first treatment, claiming rapid bowel movement and restored playfulness.
An open letter to Will Hays and Homer Cummings urges major parties to address rent profiteering and land speculation. The Farmers National Single Tax League allies with the American Federation of Labor to back taxes on idle land, promote home ownership, and pressure parties to act before the next presidential election.
Paris authorities issue an official order prohibiting pilots from flying over towns or crowds unless they can land if engines fail. Aerobatic maneuvers over populated areas are banned. Military pilots are warned not to fly over Paris except under orders, with dismissal as a penalty.
Neuralgia of the face shoulder hands or feet requires a powerful remedy that will penetrate the flesh. Ballard's Snow Liniment possesses that power. Rubbed in where the pain is felt is all that is necessary to relieve suffering and restore normal condition. Sold by Jenkins' Drug Store and M. H. James.
Dun's review reports a one per cent rise in wholesale prices for all commodities in April. The index stood 5.7 per cent below October 1 on April 1, and 4.7 per cent below on May 1, as declines lessen and advances persist week by week. The Federal Reserve Board notes prices appear stabilized with expectations of maintenance at current levels.
Washington May 4 Senator Cummins of Iowa favored by the progressive group was chosen unanimously for president pro tempore of the senate at the organization conference of the republican senators. Senator Lodge of Massachusetts was re elected party leader. Discussion of the controversy over the committee chairmanships of Senators Penrose and Warren was postponed.
An old harsh calomel is replaced by Calotabs, said to cleanse the liver and purify the system with one nightly tab. The ad promises no taste or griping, next day appetite restored, and offers a money back guarantee if not delighted. Sold in sealed packages for thirty five cents. Adv.
An ad touts Laxa tive Bromot Quinine as superior for tonic and laxative effects with no head nervousness or ringing. It prompts readers to note the full product name and seek the signature of K. W. Grove.
Rain has fallen for a week but sunshine returns. Gladys Broach visited relatives at the college. Mr. Chambers left Tabor high and now teaches at Allen academy. Welfare club meeting was postponed due to bad weather. Myrtle McCullough attended the high school commencement and visited locally. Nathaniel and Esteen Harrison returned from France. Paul Riley came home from the Great Lakes on furlough.
An old advertisement touts Herbine as an admirable bowel regulator that aids the liver and stomach and restores strength and buoyancy. It lists Jenkins' Drug Store and M. H James as sellers.
Paris dispatch notes German national assembly comments on peace terms show government and assembly divisions. French papers warn of possible German government crisis as unity appears superficial.
Irregular bowel movements are described as causing chronic constipation and impurities. The text touts Herbine as a great bowel regulator that purifies the system, vitalizes the blood, and puts digestive organs in vigorous condition. Sold by Jen.
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