Synod Thanks Bryan for Hospitable Texas Session
The Synod of Texas expressed gratitude to Bryan pastors churches and citizens for hospitality during the recent annual session hosted by First Presbyterian Church. They praised the cordial fellowship and thanked the Commercial Club Bryan Daily Eagle and Texas A and M College for services rendered. The note credits Bryan’s hospitality with making the gathering pleasant profitable and well ordered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pastors’ Association of
Bryan
Charlton H. Storey
First Presbyterian Church
Texas Synod
Pastors’ Association
Bryan Daily Eagle
C. T. Tally
Synod of
Texas
Synodical
Presbyterian Church
Soca
Levinson
Interurban
Bizzell
A. and
M. College
Jesus Christ
Rumor of U-53 Sinking by Stanley Reaches Nova Scotia
Captain W G Tudor of the Hochelaga said rumors persisted that the German U boat 53 had been sunk off Sydney by the Canadian patrol boat Stanley. He heard the rumor many times but could not verify it. Tudor noted no details on the submarine crew's fate were provided.
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Associated Press
Boston
Mass
W. G. Tudor
Hochelaga
Louisburg
Nova Scotia
Sydney
N. S
Stanley
Tudor
Peanuts Now Worth A Dollar Or More In Texas
College Station Texas October 24 1916 I am reliably informed that peanuts sell in some Texas sections at 65 to 80 cents per bushel Oil mills and other peanut purchasers pay from 1 to 110 per bushel in main peanut areas Sales have reached 120 per bushel Farmers distant from mills should contact mills in peanut regions Clarence Ousley Director
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College Station
Texas
Clarence Ousley
Harvey Happenings in 1916 Texas Community
Rain brought relief as cotton harvests near completion. School shows good attendance. E. O. Jones and Carrie Todd wed in Bryan then went to Houston. The couple plans to live with Jones' mother. Mrs. W. P. Jones and Mrs. G. L. Rea visit Dallas for the fair. J. R. Pate and daughters Ruth and Vesta visit Bryan. Correspondent date October 24, 1916.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. O. Jones
Carrie Todd
Bryan
Houston
Ruth
Vesta
Thursdye
C. Rains
Belton Mills to Reopen Under New Company
Belton Texas records indicate the Belton cotton mills will restart operations November 1 under a newly formed company with $25 000 capital. P M Kellar named active manager, with experience at large mills, leading overhaul and new machinery installation since October 1. Electric power will run the plant and it will produce high grade yarn for knit underwear hosiery in the East.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belton
Texas
Belton Cotton Mills
C. W. Johnston
R. H. Johnston
P. M. Kellar
N.C
Mr. Kellar
New Armor-Piercing Bullet Demonstrated at Sandy Hook Tests
Army officers report the .30 caliber armor-piercing bullet can penetrate a three quarters inch steel plate at 50 yards and injure targets behind it. The steel tipped lead lubricated projectile shows little distortion and aims to defeat armored cars and troops in protected positions.
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Sandy Hook
Associated Press
New York
Army
Sandy Hook Proving Grounds
Somme
Ocean cotton freight rates fall to Liver pool level
Galveston Texas reports ocean freight rate for vein to Liver pool declined this week from 2.40 to 2.10 for the first half of November. The rate is described as mushy amid sensational shifts in the cotton market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Texas
Liverpool
Rub My Tism Patent Medicine Label
An old style remedy claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia cramps colic sprains bruises cuts sores eczema and more. Described as antiseptic anodyne usable internally or externally and priced at 25 cents.
War wreckage washed ashore near Copenhagen
Copenhagen reports Ekstabladet that large pieces from an German warship wrecked earlier were found at Vendsea or near the isle of Maranoff. Investigators identified the wreckage as parts of the after section of a German battleship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copenhagen
Big Street Parade Featuring World Champions in Bryan
The Sells Floto circus with Jess Willard and Frank Gotch on display comes to Bryan on November 7. A morning street pageant at 10 30 will wind the parade route featuring nine military bands a steam calliope and a vast life exhibit with elephants horses beasts and clowns all part of the all champion program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jess Willard
Frank Gotch
Sells-Floto
Bryan
Aerial Mail Service Planned Chicago to New York
Chicago announces a new air mail plan with Victor Carson chosen as aerial mail carrier. Carson will fly the Chicago to New York route once Postmaster Campbell arranges the service, with the project to begin in the near future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
New York
Ill
New
Victor Carson
Campbell
Carson
Ithin
Two Prisoners Sentenced to Huntsville Penitentiary
The transfer agent moved two prisoners to the Huntsville penitentiary yesterday. Jack Childs, colored, received a life term for murdering his wife. Albert Rim, colored, got a light term for burglary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunts
Jack Childs
Albert Rim
Frank J. Elbrich Dies at Fountain Sanatorium
Frank J. Elbrich aged 39 years and 9 months died at the Fountain sanatorium this morning at 1 o'clock. He leaves a wife and five children. Formerly a market keeper in the city he was known for fair dealings. Funeral Friday at St Joseph's church with burial at Shiloh cemetery two miles east of College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank J. Elbrich
Fountain Sanitarium
Elbrich
Brazos County
St. Joseph's Church
Shiloh
College
Postmaster Reports Delayed Free Mail Delivery
Postmaster Astin says free mail delivery in Bryan is delayed by 20 to 30 days due to missing house numbers and street signs and a shipment delay of equipment from Washington. He expects the holdup to last about twenty to thirty days at most.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astin
Postoffice Department
Washington
Bryan
Mr. Astin
Gentle But Sure Foley Cathartic Tablets Ad
Gentle but sure relief from biliousness sick headache sour stomach gas bloating and constipation by keeping bowels open. Foley Cathartic Tablets are first aid to good health. Do not gripe. For sale by M. H. James.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. James
Fourth Quarterly Conference Held at Bryan Charge Church
The Bryan charge Navasota district held its fourth quarterly meeting at the Methodist church with Rev. BH Shettles presiding. Officers for the coming year were elected including stewards and a Sunday school superintendent. A resolution commending Rev E L Shettles for his service was adopted and a copy sent to the Bryan Eagle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Charge
Navasota
BH. L. Shettles
Methodist Church
E. W. Crenshaw
E. J. Jenkins
W. H. Cole
R. S. Webb
C. K E. Jenkins
A. M. Waldroy
J. B. Priddy
J. D. Martin
P. H. Hensarling
W. J. Coulter
C. M. Bethany
J. W. James
W. H. Lawrence
A. Mitchell
T. A. Adams
H. M. Cochran
L. Wermelskirchen
E. L. Shettles
Law of Church
Bryan Eagle
Chas. T. Tally
P. C
Republicans Denounce Baker Statement On Mexican Attack
New York October 27 William R Willcox chairman of the Republican national committee said Secretary Bakers report on the Mexican attack was an attempt to make political capital from what he called an impending border disaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Say
Baker
Associated Press
New York
William R. Willcox
Republican National Committee
Cnd
Villa plans to cut off reinforcements to Chihuahua
San Antonio Texas October 27 Villa reportedly prepared a movement on Santa Rogalia to sever the railroad between Juarez and Saltillo and block Franco forces from reaching Chihuahua from the south. The claim came in a report to headquarters from General Pershing.
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Chihuahua
Saltillo
Associated Press
San Antonio
Texas
Villa
Santa Rogalia
Uahua
General Pershing
Brazos Chill Tonic Promised For Malaria Relief
Chills and fever relief advertised with claims of quick action from Brazos Chill Tonic. The ad urges readers to purchase the genuine product from BE. R. Emmel, a local druggist, and warns to take no other remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. R. Emmel
Detectives Recover Partial Stolen Funds From Detroit Mine Case
St Louis detectives recovered 13000 of 32000 dollars stolen from Burroughs Adding Mine Company paymaster in Detroit. James Walton arrested in Dallas last week. keys to a safety deposit box found and sent to St Louis. Shortage now about 8000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Burroughs Adding Mine
Detroit
James Walton
Dallas
Villa Bandits Demand Evacuation
Columbus reports that Vila bandits operating near Namiquipa demanded shortening of the American line and gradual evacuation of Mexican territory as Americans arrived in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Namiquipa
Associated Press
Columbus
Vila
Gen. Pershing
Fire destroys auto owned by county contractor
A. K. Patterson, a Brazos county road contractor, had his big Chalmers six destroyed by fire last night about one mile northeast of the city. The car was a total loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chalmers
A. K. Patterson
Brazos County
City to raze calaboose for new Navasota jail
The Navasota city council closed a contract with W. H. Taylor for a new jail building. The project saves about 275 by funding sand and material hauling. The paper urges action on a sewerage system while praising the improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Taylor
Examiner-Review
Navasota Examiner
Harris County Fires Superintendent Carson Over Farm Demo
Harris County commissioners vote to discontinue J W Carson as superintendent of the demonstration farm amid prior failed attempts. Clerk Peter Fleeck mails the notice by registered mail after a dissent by Commissioner Lloyd. Carson has led the project since 1912 with a $150 monthly salary. removal action follows a 1910s appointment via A and M College exam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioners’ Court
Harris County
J. W. Carson
Lloyd
Peter Fleeck
Carson
Negro Hanged in Waco Jail for July Murder
Waco Texas Oct 27 John Williams a negro was hanged in the jail this morning for the murder of Allison Criner another negro here last July.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco
Texas
John Williams
Allison Criner
New British Loan Arranged By American Bankers
J P Morgan & Co announced a new British loan totaling 300 million dollars with 5 percent interest. It will be paid in two installments at three and five years and is to be well secured by high grade collateral. Morgan had recently sailed for England to arrange the issue and remains there as final details are set.
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Associated Press
New York
J. P. Morgan & Co
J. P. Morgan
England
Leading Mexicans Gather in San Antonio Docs Say
Washington reports the presence of Mexican figures Huerta Obregon Trevino and Madero families in San Antonio Texas puzzling observers. Officials weigh whether economic and social conditions in Mexico drove non combatants to seek refuge.
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Texas City
Fon
Washington, dC
Elizabeth Hospital Fire Kills Six Adults and Five Children
Farnham Quebec October 26 Six adults and five children died when a fire destroyed Elizabeth hospital. At noon the ruins still burned and from fifteen to twenty five persons were reported missing as rescue crews could not reach the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farnham
Quebec
Elizabeth Hospital
Bryan to Install Modern Street Signs Across City
A progressive plan for Bryan calls for erecting modern street signs on all street corners. Samples were reviewed by City Engineer A S Adams and Secretary McElroy. signs will be 4 by 20 inches, heavy enameled zinc with blue background and white lettering, attached to 4 by 4 creosoted posts. House numbers will also be installed this week to match the new signage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Dallas
Houston
The
Eagle
McElroy
Commercial Club
A. S. Adams
No More Backache For Her Says Etna Green Woman
Mrs. J. M. Gaskill of Etna Green Indiana reports severe backache and sharp pains. Fore Kidney Pills gave relief and she praises them highly. This standard remedy for kidney trouble and bladder ailments can be taken with absolute safety. For sale by M. H. James.
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J. M. Gaskill
Etna Green
Ind
M. H. James
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Synod
Harvey Happenings
Belton Mills
Wellborn High School
OEA
Windy City
Shettles of
C. L. Benson
W. A. McElroy
Wesley Darwin
A. M. Waldrop
Allen
C. E. Jenkins
E. Jenkins
W. Crenshaw
Easy Money Market
Adams
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