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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1928
Page
2
A terse entry records a Bryan office note dated April 22 1912. It references second class matter under congressional act and lists LEE J ROUNTREE as managing editor. Associated Press details appear, noting exclusive use of dispatches and republication rights.
The column urges passage of three proposed Texas amendments in the upcoming election. It argues for amendments on school board terms and state board of education removal of political influence, aid and tax levies for indigent Confederate veterans and widows, and tax exemption for church owned parsonages. It also notes Bryan schools will offer night classes for tradesmen to improve practical education.
Daniel Scostes, a faculty member at A. and M. College, authored a new textbook. The piece emphasizes faculty ambition to publish, the value of extensive library facilities, and how these resources influence a professor’s advancement.
President T O Walton of Rand praised the Liberty Fair exhibits as packed crowds viewed larger departments for agricultural school and livestock. He noted the displays inspire scientific and diversified farming and commended fair officials and farmers for the exposition. A health nurse and rural schools displays add to the event with Friday child examinations and health guidance.
Government gin agent J. F. Howard reports Brazos County ginnings to Oct 18, 1928 totaling 23 253 bales. Last year to the same date 17 863 bales were produced, a gain of 5 390 bales. A small portion remains to be harvested, likely bringing the total near 24 000.
Geo. W. Johnson district agent and M. R. Bentley farm engineer with the Extension Service at A. and M. College led a terracing school in Bedias this morning. They were assisted by A. K. Short soil conservation specialist with the Federal Land Bank of Houston and W. L. Miller representative of the Corsicana Grader Company. The group planned to move to Giddings Tuesday to hold a similar session.
John A. Erhard of Dallas head of Lionism in Texas and noted public speaker has accepted an invitation to address the Elks grand meeting in Bryan on the first Sunday in December. Ty Cobb received the acceptance Friday afternoon after Erhard recently spoke to the Bryan Lions Club and to the Bryan and Brazos County Chamber of Commerce.
A brief ad notes a 5 ft Cross Cut Laws item available while supplies last at 3.5 percent price. D. Mike brand tag appears in the line.
An advertisement promotes Liquid borosme st Roman and Vick with unclear product claims. The odd phrasing suggests a generic or filler ad from a historical page.
The article argues that farming must industrialize and standardize to compete with other industries. It cites L. W. Wallisee urging comprehensive farm records, revised farm finance, and application of engineering methods to cut production costs. Case studies from Minnesota Iowa show wide cost variation and profit differences per cow, stressing market efficiency and family labor value.
Mrs. Travis B. Bryan delivers an eloquent welcome as president of the Woman's Missionary Society at the Creath-Brazos Association gathering in Bryan. She emphasizes warm official hospitality from First Baptist Church and local citizens, praising women's pivotal role in Christian activity and spiritual progress.
The article argues that operating efficiency must guide farm life and operations, linking agricultural prosperity to improved farming methods and marketing. It holds that chambers of commerce railroads and education must align with farming gains, especially in Brazos County, to build a stable economy.
The ad urges parents to watch for child ailments such as teeth grinding appetite loss and minor pains as signs of worms. It promotes White's Cream Vermifuge as a safe remedy sold by Roman & Vick and warns of serious trouble if ignored.
A civic gathering extols Christian faith and loyalty as a model for community outreach. Speakers urge adoption of church programs to unite local congregations and advance Christ’s kingdom. The message welcomes the visitor and expresses hope for a mutually uplifting stay, ending with event promos and ads.
An advertisement touts nine tenths of diseases as preventable by avoiding constipation. It claims poisons taint every organ and promotes Herbine as a natural, pleasant vegetable laxative to prevent constipation and its costly consequences. It urges readers to obtain a bottle today.
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