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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1937
Page
1
A column cautions on public school funding tied to property taxes, noting voters’ frequent complaints about taxes and the political priorities behind school finance. The piece argues for accountability and maintains that a new county public high school funded by bonds should not shift the burden to taxpayers.
Laurine Hare 12 daughter of Burleson County School Superintendent J Melvin Hare shot herself at home in Caldwell amid fear of failing Friday examinations. The tragedy occurred as her father returned home to coach her tests. a 22 caliber revolver with one charge was found beside her. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church, with burial in the Masonic Cemetery, as officials noted the case and local reaction.
Funeral services for David Berry Lloyd aged 74 will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Reliance Church. He died Thursday at his farm home. Rev. R. L. Brown officiated with interment in Reliance Cemetery. Survivors include nine children with four living, a brother Dr. B. J. Lloyd of Washington D C, and five grandsons.
Building permits taken to build six rent houses with costs. Four houses in the Lawler addition along Hillcrest street are to be built by Douglas Howell at about 2000 dollars each. Two brick veneer houses by the Howell Lumber Company on Tabor, behind the Oak McKenzie home, are to cost 3500 dollars each.
Four little friends and pallbearers, all girls, accompanied Lena May Dicharo at her 4 PM funeral service at St Anthony’s Catholic church. The five year old died Monday at 2 AM after a short illness at a local clinic. Rev Basil Brain led the rites at the church and graveside at Mount Calvary cemetery under Sanders McCullough Mortuary. Survived by mother Mrs Katie Dicharo Gilmore and brother Sam Dicharo. The pallbearers were Phillis Palasota Phillis Fazzino Estelle Stabler and Rosa Lee Stabler.
Miss Alice Ogier of Bryan and Misses Josephine Dunn and Alice Scoates of College Station seek bachelor degrees at Texas State College for Women. Commencement on Monday May 31 at 9 a.m. with Dr L H Hubbard delivering the address and diplomas to 272 graduates.
Large crowds attended baccalaureate services at First Methodist and First Baptist churches for Stephen F. Austin high school and Allen Military Academy. Dr. W. H. Andrew preached at the Methodist church urging idealism, while Rev. Ervin Jackson spoke at the Baptist church from Exodus urging perseverance. Graduation events follow: Forrest Field Tuesday night for the high school with "The March of Music" theme, and Allen’s commencement Wednesday at First Baptist with Robert W. Calvert delivering the address.
College Station May 22 The Texas Agricultural Conservation Committee will hold monthly meetings on the Wednesday after the third Monday to consult with farmers and committeemen on program matters. Consultation dates include May 19 June 23 July 21 and August 18. The 12 member panel represents various Texas regions and aims to aid farmers with sectional knowledge.
Word reached Bryan of the death of J. W. Henderson of Llano at age 83. He was the father of O. O. Henderson of Bryan and had been ill for some time. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 4 p.m. in Llano. He is survived by his wife and a number of children.
City officials led by City Manager R. G. Williams returned from Washington with Rural Electrification Administration officials after talks that ironing out differences over a municipally owned power project. They expect paperwork by Monday and a midweek clearance of all details.
Mr and Mrs Johnson Couch and baby formerly of Chicago are visiting in Bryan with Mrs Couches parents Mr and Mrs George G Chance The couple will become permanent Bryan residents occupying the cottage on South Washington Avenue formerly the G G Chance homestead Mr Couch will assist with plantation management duties in Texas
Gov James V Allred sent nominations to the senate for six year terms on the Brazos River Conservation and Reclamation board. Nominees include James Baskin Cameron C M Caldwell William Hallmark Jno M Lawrence George G Chance J A Fox Herbert Hilburn A A Morrison. Lawrence and Chance have long service. Baskin succeeds the late L E Seaman.
G. H. Curlee district director of the Farm Credit Administration moves headquarters from Huntsville to Bryan. He will supervise five counties and has opened an office in Bryan City Hall.
The Weather in the Streets by Rosamond Lehmann joins the Carnegie Library shelf established by the Business and Professional Women’s Club of Bryan and College. The volume, praised by critics, was donated to Mrs. Lee J. Rountree by Charles H. Edge.
Harry Colmery of Topeka spoke at Earl Graham Post in Bryan outlining Legion objectives and accomplishments. State Commander Drury Phillips praised the Bryan post as outstanding and introduced Colmery, with local leaders and Auxiliary supporters in attendance during the official visit.
District 11 extension officials call a May 26 gathering at Brenham to review the permanent agricultural legislation. George Chance will report on progress in Washington while Brazos county farmers including Joe Locke J E Weeden H P Franklin M T Jones D L Wilson Jim Jones C L Benson R T Price plan to attend.
The Firestone Tire and Rubber Company of Akron has been awarded the Texas state contract for all tires for the coming year. The contract takes effect June 7. Charles H. Dill, Brazos county distributor, will supply tires to state agency vehicles in the area, including the division highway office and College departments.
Brazos Union Lodge No. 129 elected Fred R. Jones as W M with M H Byrum retiring. S M Brown moved up to S W. W Reed McDonald became J W. Jno M Lawrence Jr. and J W Hall were re elected treasurer and secretary. T F Carson re elected tiler. Installation planned after June 24. Byram reported on Houston visit for address by M W Grand Master Calhoun at Lodge 1189.
Walter J. Coulter and J. F. Casey depart Bryan for Nice France to attend the International Rotary Convention with side trips to Paris Calais and a North Cape cruise. They sail May 29 from New York aboard the Rex and return to Bryan by August 20 to report to the local Rotary Club.
Friends of Jess Conlee chief of police spotted him in cap and uniform on Friday morning, recognizing an old friend in a formal display.
The Trade Extension committee announced three trade days set for July 14 August 18 and September 23 with merchandise prizes in the morning and cash prizes in the afternoon. Aimed at Bryan Brazos County residents, the program will use souvenirs to promote local businesses and launch around July 1 under city leadership.
The Sons of Herman lodge of Kurten marked its twenty fifth anniversary with an open meeting at 5 p m on Sunday attended by guests including state grand president George Haeusler and others. Toastmaster C W Hedtke introduced founder Wipprecht. Wipprecht spoke on the lodge’s origins and impact while Haeusler narrated the order’s history. The 94 member lodge hosted refreshments barbecue music dancing and a final round of songs.
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