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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1916

Page

3

Sells Floto Circus at Bryan with World Champions

Sells Floto Circus and Buffalo Bill Wild West will exhibit in Bryan on November 7 featuring world champions Frank Gotch and Jess Willard. Willard appears as cowboy and boxer with a ring fighting exhibit. Gotch offers a challenge with a $100 prize for staying fifteen minutes. Two shows at 2 pm and 8 pm with a parade at 10:30 am.

Sells-Floto Circus Buffalo Bill Bryan Frank Gotch Jess Willard Willard Sells-Floto Buffalo Bill Wild West Co Jack Johnson Frank Moran Madison Square Garden Rosa Rosaland Lucia Zora Jumping Jupiter Elsie Ryan Venus Yboys

Mothers Urged to Unite for Wilson Presidential Victory

A call to Texas mothers and women to unite in support of Woodrow Wilson. The appeal cites wartime stakes, suffrage for women, child labor laws, and Wilson’s leadership in keeping peace and respecting international law as reasons to rally before the November election.

Texas Wilson United States Soldier Boys Alabama Mexico White House Woodrow Wilson New Jersey Bettermen Ameri Family of Nations

Texas AG Rules Border Guardsmen Cannot Vote in State Elections

Austin Oct 28 The Texas attorney general ruled that state troops in federal service cannot vote in state elections. The opinion states Texas law bars voting by federalized servicemen from other states in general elections, and national officer races. It notes Texas allows qualified federalized soldiers to have votes registered and sent to their home state if that state permits the procedure.

Austin Texas Attorney General's Department of Texas Uniternment Laws Texas W. C. J@dan Presidio County Bere

Republican campaign spending disclosed by Bliss

A report shows Republican funds totaled 1.667 million dollars through October 23, sourced from 20,000 contributors. The disclosure came from Cornelius N. Bliss Jr., treasurer, and was released by the association in New York.

Cornelius Bliss, Jr Republican Campaign Committee Assocl New York Cornelius N. Bliss, Jr

Trades Day Returns to Bryan with Bargains and Maps

November 6 marks the next Trades Day in Bryan with monthly first Monday events expanding. Merchants promise rare bargains as the Commercial Association offers a free camp yard for friends. Secretary McElroy invites Brazos County residents in Bryan to visit his office for free soil maps on Trades Day.

Bryan Commercial Association McElroy Brazos County

Dodge Cars Arrive at White & Webb Auto Firm

Frank Webb announces a solid car load of Dodge Brothers automobiles arriving after noon yesterday. The Dodge name, praised as the army’s choice, marks Incle Sam’s five hundred unit order. Bryan gains status as a major regional distributing point for Dodge nationwide.

Frank Webb White & Webb Automobile Company Dodge Brothers Sam Dodge United States Bryan

Notice of Receiver Sale in Brazos County Texas 1916

The Eleventh District Court of Harris County Texas approves a receiver sale for Hogan Allnoch Dry Goods vs H Royder case number 68779. On November 7 1916 the receiver will sell multiple tracts near Wellborn and in Brazos County including 800 acres 108 5 acres 260 47 acres and 49 7 acres plus eighteen lots in Wellborn. Sale in front of Bryan courthouse with cash bids and a 1 5 percent certified check deposit.

Eleventh District Court Harris County Texas Hogan-Allnoch Dry Goods Company H. Royder A. D Brazos Bottom Wellborn Bra County Brazos County Bryan J. G. Farquahar

Editor Takes Short Vacation From The Eagle

Mr A J Buchanan editor in chief of The Eagle and his party left Teague to see the fair today then plan to stay a couple of days with their daughter Mrs George C and family before returning home.

A. J. Buchanan the Eagle Buchanan Teague George c

Britain notes reply to American representations on blacklist

The British note in reply to American representations against the commercial blacklist was received by the state department today. It reiterates the right to blacklist and offers relief methods for Americans in certain circumstances.

Washington Great Britain State Department

President Wilson Addresses Record Crowd at Shadow Lawn

In Long Branch on October 28 President Wilson spoke under the motto Co operation. The remarks touched on Wilsy and were delivered to the largest Saturday afternoon gathering ever seen at Shadow Lawn attended by Democratic national committee organizers.

Long Beach Wilson Wilsy Democratic National Committee Shadow Lawn

Road bonds defeated in Franklin election

Franklin voters rejected a road bond proposal last Tuesday with 164 in favor and 120 against. The Franklin Central Texan notes the town supports road funding and suggests forming a district to build roads without conflicting with nearby communities.

Franklin Franklin Central Texan

Reinforcements for Chihuahua Arrive for Anti Bandit Campaign

Reinforcements with ammunition have reached Chihuahua City for the de facto government as part of the anti bandit campaign, according to advices received by state department officials.

Ted Washington Chihuahua City State Department

Bronchial Stopper Offered By M H James

Advert describes a bronchial remedy sold by M H James to ease throat irritation cough and chest congestion. It claims to restore membranes open airways and provide relief from tickling throat and coughing.

M. H. James

Working for Wilson Appeal to Union Men

Four railroad brotherhood chiefs issued a circular urging members to vote for President Wilson's re election. G H Lines of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen said the appeal cites labor friendly legislation and laws benefiting the masses.

New York Wilson G. H. Lines Brotherhood of Railway

Bryan Day at Waco Cotton Palace

November 10th is Bryan day at the Cotton Palace with officials urging a large Bryan turnout. They have discussed railroads and hope to announce a cheap rate and, if possible, arrange for an A and M special train to travel to Waco for the event.

Bryan Cotton Palace Waco

Marlin Defeats Bryan In Football Clash

Marlin high school defeated Bryan high school yesterday afternoon in Marlin. The heavier Marlin team used solid line play and effective forward passes to secure the victory.

Marlin Bryan

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