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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1923
Page
2
The notice records Bryan Texas post office listing for second class matter under the 1878 act. It lists mailing rates in Brazos County with amounts for monthly and yearly periods and the Eagle weekly pricing. Published Thursday as an Associated Press member item.
The Texas Commercial News recounts a visit to A. and M. College. It extols the college as a ready servant to Texas youth, highlighting 2300 students in dorms and drill, 160 canvas shacks, and three to a room. Major Ike Ashburn and Dean Bolton are noted, with Dr. Bizzell absent in Austin.
The 1922 total circulation reached 361 295, up more than 20 percent from 1921 and the highest for any Texas city in the period. State Librarian Elizabeth H West attributes much of the growth to new branch libraries opening.
The well defined program of Rotary Clubs uplifts the community and the Bryan Rotary Club is doing its part for Bryan and Brazos County. The ideals of Rotary inspire the desire to improve the town you call home and make it a better place to live.
The Honey Grove Signal recalls a year old hospital piece by Lee J. Rountree as Mrs. Rountree lies in Bryan convalescing from pneumonia. The column reflects on prayer's refuge, citing Stonewall Jackson and Henry Grady and the enduring faith amid illness and death.
Marion Halsell and his companion Graham Webb return to the State University after a short visit home. Webb, of Albany, also attends the university and formerly studied at A. and M. College.
The Bryan High School baccalaureate sermon was delivered Sunday at First Methodist Church by Reverend L L Lloyd of Houston. The packed church heard a program led by the high school chorus under Coral Clark with Miss Sarah Williams at the organ. Lloyd urged graduates to finish the course, pursue service, and prepare for life beyond high school.
Mr and Mrs Waldrop host Mrs M B Willis of Waco for a visit while the Waldrups attend the Texas Retail Clothiers' Association meeting in Galveston. Mr Waldrop, president of the association, will be honored at the event, with the couple planning to depart Sunday for Galveston.
Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Easters, residents of Kurten, were seen in town today attending local activities and meeting residents.
John R. Scott of Scott Norris & Company cotton brokers visited Bryan today and renewed contact with County Agent C. L. Benson, a long lost cousin. Secretary S. Eberstadt joined Beason as guests at luncheon.
An old advertisement touts Herbine as a remedy for heartburn and indigestion. It claims immediate relief and passage of fermented food into the bowels, leaving the user feeling better at once. Sold by all druggists.
E. F. Parks & Co have moved their saddlery and harness business to the shop on North Bryan street preparing for their new undertaking stock arriving soon. The new operation will be housed in the main building facing West 25th street which is currently being paved.
The Bryan group of Boy Scouts accompanied by their leaders hiked to Blue Hole about 200 yards above the Little Brazos bridge this afternoon leaving Bryan at 2 30. They plan to spend the night and return Saturday afternoon with a barbecue dinner by R O Astin. The trip includes Scoutmasters Barron and Smith and a long list of scouts and assistant scouts. Read all Eagle advertisements.
Will Josey of Tabor pled guilty before Judge W. C. Davs to a statutory charge and received a three year term. Two black defendants pled guilty to carrying pistols and were fined $100 each. Emmett Mc Phaine paid his fine and was released. Colbert Smith remained jailed. A civ il suit by Henry Anderson vs. I. G. N. Railroad awarded $275 for a mule killed in the war. Four divorce cases granted. Jury lists announced for this week and next week.
Ballard's Snow Liniment is advertised as a remedy that penetrates flesh to heal a bad sprain. It is offered in three sizes: 30c, 60c and 1.20 per bottle.
J. E. Covey came home from Galveston where he spent nearly a month for treatment at John Sealey Hospital. Mrs. Covey accompanied him home last night. He has been out of bed only since Tuesday and is not allowed much walking or exercise. He felt tired after the trip but may go downtown briefly this afternoon if able.
An old advertisement touts 666 as a cure for malaria chills dengue and bilious fever claiming it destroys the germs and offers health benefits.
The May term report to Judge W C Davis notes fifteen indictments, thirteen felonies and two misdemeanors, with praise for officers and a call to quarterly reports. Indictments include Alfred Collins for assault with intent to murder and Henry Lovell for manslaughter connected to a shooting. Will Henderson pleads guilty to aggravated assault.
Secretary Eberstadt of the Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce and the Bryan Building and Loan Association will speak at Center Texas at a joint meeting of East Texas secretaries. He will cover the Bryan Plan and Building and Loan, address Center women, and speak to a mass meeting of residents. The program includes a luncheon and a big Friday banquet in his honor.
All persons having claims against the J. J. Cahill estate must file with Miss Minnie Cahill at Henderson & Ranson. All creditors are asked to settle matters at once with Miss Cahill at the same office.
Henry Johnson was convicted in district court of unlawfully carrying a pistol and fined $100. Local officers arrested him, and the case suggests a push to end the practice of carrying weapons, seen as reducing crime and increasing respect for law.
The Free Baptist team defeated the Postoffice 14 to 6 at Allen Academy field. Seven Free Baptist veterans played as they beat Postoffice pitchers for multiple runs, while the Postoffice scored all in one inning. Batteries were Cloud Ramsey McGee Beard and Locke. The result opened city baseball in Bryan with more games and a Sunday school league schedule to follow.
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