Agricultural extension notes and summer programs at A and M College
Farmers are urged to contact the college for agricultural advice from plant pathologists entomologists and stock specialists. The extension division promotes livestock care best practices and announces the annual cotton classing summer school opening June 14 with a $5 registry and $5 weekly board. Home demonstration work promotes simple fly traps to combat disease and urges women to build several traps around the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theen
Sumer
J. B. Bagley
the & M. College
United States
England
Canadian Steamer Christine Sunk by Submarine
The Canadian government steamer Christine sank after a collision with a Canadian submarine last night near Quebec. High officials are investigating the mystery of the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quebec
Canada
Aystery
Baseball Outfielders Born In 1890s Remembered
Hanover Germany marks a dated reference as Reuben N. Oldringer, outfielder for the Philadelphia American League team and born in New York, is noted alongside Theodore Cather, outfielder for the Boston National League team, born in Palestine Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanover
Germany
Reuben N. Oldringer
Philadelphia
New York
Theodore Cather
Boston
Palestine
Texas
Germany sends Frye case to prize court
The Frye case, the American sailing ship sunk by Prinz Eitel Friedrich, was sent to a prize court by Germany. The action occurred before the American note demanding direct diplomatic settlement. Secretary Bryan asked Ambassador Gerard to confirm if the move is a reply to the note.
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Gerard
Associated Press
Washington
Germany
William P. Frye
Frye
State Department
Bryan
Berlin
Wilson Visits Lees Birthplace During Return Trip
President Wilson unexpectedly visited Robert E. Lee's birthplace in Wakefield Virginia while returning to Washington. Mrs Steward residing at the Lee place exclaimed that her husband’s ear itched that morning and she sensed an event would occur as the President arrived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
Robert E. Lee
Wakefield
City Secretary Seeks Full Tax Roll Inclusion
City Secretary Robert T. Smith works on adding all taxable city property to the tax rolls. He reported ample space on assessment blanks for included renditions and expects to finish within weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert T. Smith
Eagle Office
Mad dog killed in Dansby pasture near Bryan laundry
The first mad dog of the season was killed early today by John Sealy Caldwell in the Dansby pasture east of the old Bryan steam laundry. The dog was found last night around midnight after escaping in darkness and may have bitten several animals as it roamed the eastern part of the city.
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Dansby
Old Bryan
John Sealy Caldwell
Corral Is Out First Bryan High School Annual
The Bryan high school annual The Corral is printed by a dedicated editorial staff headed by George T. Wicker as editor in chief. It spans over fifty pages in green and white and honors George Simpson for earning trust and respect at the school.
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Bryan High School
George Simpson
George T. Wicker
Lois Pipkin
Frank P. Wittman
T Ucy Harrison
Walter ©. Holmes
Sherman executive W L Sanford commits suicide
Sherman Tex May 21 W L Sanford vice president of a large wholesale hardware company and former president of the Southern Hardware Association aged 51 shot and killed himself this morning Ill health is assigned as the cause
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Associated Press
Sherman
Tex
W. L. Sanford
Southern Hardware Association
Texas veterinarians push for A and M veterinary school
Texas Veterinary Medical Association adopted resolutions urging the Legislature to allocate 150 000 for a new veterinary school at the A and M College of Texas. The fund would cover a building and equipment while clinics at the veterinary hospital closed the convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. & M. College of Texas
Texas Veterinary Medical Association
Texas
Francis
Marsteller
Governor Signs Bill to Buy First Texas Capital Site
The Governor today signed a bill to purchase the site of the first Texas capital in Washington County. He sent a message to the Legislature recommending the creation of a State Board of Horticulture.
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Associated Press
Austin
Tex
Texas
Washington County
Tucker Stable Destroyed by Fire in morning blaze
The large corrugated iron livery and feed barn owned by George D. Tucker burned at 1 o clock this morning. Horses were freed and saved. Fire crews and hydrants fought flames with about 2 000 feet of hose. Loss estimated near 10 000 with 4 000 insured on building and 3 000 on contents. origin undetermined. Tucker away fishing on the Navasota river.
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George D. Tucker
T. B. Hubbard
Powell Winter
Bryan Telephone Company
First State Bank
Main Street
Tucker
Navasota
Eagle
Brazos County Should Hire Local Bridge Builders
A taxpayer urges the Brazos County commissioners to allocate bridge repair work to local workers, arguing the Pitts bridge repairs showed comparable costs and that money spent locally would benefit the community rather than outsiders. He defends commissioners against claims of excessive expenses and urges patronage of home industry to keep funds within Brazos County.
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Brazos County
Commissioners’ Court
Fire destroys tents and damages telephone line in town
Tents burned in a blaze that also melted a long section of the local telephone cable, disabling about ninety to one hundred connections. The fire department thanked a neighborhood lady for coffee during firefighting. With Mr. Tucker away, The Eagle could not confirm whether the building will be rebuilt or the business reopened.
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Tucker
United States Roads Data Collection Under Way
The department gathers data to estimate total U S road mileage and highway value. About 15 000 inquiry blanks have been sent via State Highway Commissions. Each set has four cards asking county road mileage excluding urban streets across ten classes such as brick paved and macadam variants.
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United States
State Highway Commissions
National road mileage survey aims to map U S highways
The Department seeks data on types of roads, tax rates, and road expenditure across about 3 000 counties. It notes wide variation in road density, cites France Italy and America averages, and explains legality of section line roads in states like Iowa. The project will continue annually to assess highway durability and cost efficiency.
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United States
France
Italy
Sicily
Sardinia
America
Iowa
Wisecracks and witticisms from old papers
A collection of quips and jokes from various newspapers including the Baltimore American Omaha Bee Chicago News Boston Transcript Bishop Heber Browning's Magazine Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph Cincinnati Enquirer Washington Post Detroit Free Press Buffalo Express Houston Post Dallas News highlighting humor on money, appearances, and human foibles.
Lucio Exits College After Leading Baseball Club
Coach Don Lucid left for Houston after a season that earned him praise from cadets, A. & M. faculty, and hospital patients who valued his clean athletics, nightly bedside visits, and daily papers. He banished profanity on the grounds and charmed students with Irish jokes. Plans for summer are unsettled but return is hoped.
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Don Lucid
Houston
Corps of Cadets
Mr. Lucid
Lucid
College Hospital
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A. & M. Colge
J. C. Burns
Ant- 1 Husbandry Department
Nome
Bernice Carter
Iss Carter
Munster
Aline Chase
Ashington
D. C
Toyep Alexander H. R. von Kluck
Antoinette L. B. Blackwell
Henrietta, N. Y
Oscar G. Murray
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Bridgeport
Conn
Alvin D. Paige
Massachusetts Trict
Southbridge
Mass
J. C. Leo Mees
Roselytechnic Institute
Colum
Ohio
Johnson
Kentucky Dist
Bardstown
Mile Berliner
Lee
Mrs. Steward
Cash Rendition Small
Mad Dog
A. & M. College
First Capital
Old Washington
Brazolounty Labor
Brazos River
Pitts Bridge
Austin Brothers
Pittsbridge
Judge Maloney
Mr. Carson
Jones
Sears, Roebuck & Company of
Dallas
United States Roads
Baltimore American
Omaha Bee
Chicago News
Boston Transcript
Bishop Heber
Browning
Pitsburg
Cincinnati Enquirer
Washington Post
Detroit Free Press
Buffalo Express
Houston Post
Dallas News
Lucio
Cadet Corps
S. W
Harper
Joe Groginsa
Lawrence & Co
Chicago
M. H. James
WM. &. Cline
Office
Commerce Building
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