Republican Majority Increases As Late Returns Tabulate
The Associated Press reports that overnight returns boost the Republican chance of a solid congressional majority. Montana and Nevada appear to award their electoral votes to Coolidge Dawes, lifting the GOP tally to 874 with 108 needed. Davis Bryan remain 136, while New Mexico shows a slim Democratic lead and Wisconsin North Dakota leave LaFollette with potential gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Nevada
G. O. P. Banks- LaFollette
Coolidge
South Dakota
Associated Press
New York
Congress
Dawes
LaFollette
Davis
Bryan
New Mexico
Wisconsin
North Dakota
Bradley Hogue Editor is Dead
Bradley Hogue longtime editor for the Dallas Times-Herald passed away after fifteen years with the paper. His leadership shaped coverage and editorial direction across several decade spanning editions. His colleagues remember a steady voice and keen judgment.
Former Southwestern tennis champ Bradley Hogue dies
Bradley Hogue aged 44 editor of the Dallas Times Herald died in a Dallas hospital after an operation for cancer. He had been with the paper fifteen years and was a former Southwestern tennis champion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Dallas
Bradley Hogue
Dallas Times-Herald
Hogue
Southwestern
Dokey Train From Houston To Bryan On Armistice Day
The special Dokey train from Houston to Bryan was opened to the public. The round trip costs 5.35 dollars. It leaves Houston at 9 a.m. and returns before 1 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dokey
Houston
Bryan
C. F. Brown
George Long Plans Black Land Special Exhibit Train
George A. Long of this city tours Corpus Christi arranging an exhibit of agricultural products for the Black Land Special Train. He departs Sunday November 9 in charge of the train for a tour through north and west Texas with stops at Paris Sherman Greenville and other cities along the route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. Long
Corpus Christi
Mr. Long
Texas
Paris
Sherman
Greenville
Eberstadt to Speak at Cuero Rally Day November 21
Cuero Chamber of Commerce plans a rally day on November 21 with S. E. Eberstadt of Bryan as principal speaker. He will address Cuero’s women’s club ca.ternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SEG. Eberstadt
Cuero
Cuero Chamber of Commerce
S. E. Eberstadt
Chamber of Commerce
Bryan
Eberstadt
Wyoming Governor Nellie Ross Sends Texas Hopeful Congrats
Mrs Nellie T Ross widow of William B Ross former Wyoming governor and Democratic victor congratulates Miriam A Ferguson candidate for Texas governor. Her message says please accept my congratulations and hearty wishes for a successful administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cheyenne
Wyo
Nellie T. Ross
William B. Ross
Wyoming
Cheyenne Tribune-Leader
Miriam A. Ferguson
Texas
Ross
Wortham Dies in Houston at About 62
P S Park received a telegram from W E Meador Houston announcing the death of John L Wortham at an early hour today. Wortham, about 62, had served the state in various trusted posts including former railroad commissioner and financial agent for the State penitentiary. He died of pneumonia at the Rice Hotel in Houston. Funeral services are set for Thursday afternoon in Houston, with Park attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. S. Park
W. E. Meador
Houston
John L. Wortham
Mr. Wortham
State Penitentiary
Rice Hotel
Park
Mr. Park
Mexia
Limestone County
Marriage Licenses Issued in Brazos County This Week
County Clerk A. S. McSwain records show twelve marriage licenses granted since last publication. Names include Jesus DeLara with Juanita Espino, Paul Liece with Pauline Prior, and others such as Jettie Parks with Ruby Brown and William Evans with Laura Winston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. McSwain
Jesus DeLara
Juanita Espino
Paul Liece
Pauline Prior
Jettie Parks
Ruby Brown
William Evans
Laura Winston
Frank J. Koeman
Mary A. Regmund
Esponidian Vallio
Thursia Gimenes
Will Obrigge
Mabel Lawson
Willis Johnson
Alma Godine
Clifford Chambers
Annie Mae
Watsons Visit Bryan Mark Golden Wedding Anniversary
Mr and Mrs W F Watson of Electric Alabama arrived in Bryan today for a visit with their daughter Mrs C L Benson. They spent several months in Bryan about four years ago and are celebrating their fifty fifth wedding anniversary with their daughter and grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Watson
Electric
Alabama
Bryan
C. L. Benson
Mrs. Watson
Brazos County Sets Record in Campaign Funds Raised
Brazos County reports a new record in funds for the Davis Bryan ticket. County Chairman Mrs. Lee J. Rountree sent $56.50 as the second installment to W. L. Clayton in Houston, adding to $136.75 earlier, totaling $193.25. The drive surpassed previous totals, with the Eagle noting it far exceeded $50 and neared four times that amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee J. Rountree
W. L. Clayton
Houston
Texas Division
Democratic National Campaign
Department of Finance
Brazos
Davis-Bryan
Brazos County
Eagle
Senator Cabot Lodge Reported Seriously Ill Unconscious
Cambridge Mississippi November 6 The condition of Senator Cabot Lodge who suffered a stroke at Charleston Hospital and underwent surgery was unchanged in a noon bulletin He has been unconscious for the past twenty four hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cambridge, Miss
Senator Cabot Lodge
Charleston Hospital
Senator Lodge
Senator Brookhart Wins By 645 Votes
Unofficial returns from all Iowa precincts show Senator Brookhart ahead of Democratic challenger Daniel Steck by 66 votes at noon. Brookhart totals 446 506 to Steck 446 440 with the 645 vote margin confirming the race as boards rechecked Tuesday’s election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Des Moines
Iowa
Senator Brookhart
Daniel Steck
Brookhart
Steck
Rotary meeting features revival acts and a publicity talk
The program at the Rotary meeting included Rev. L. Guy Ament and Rev. Al B. Nelson speaking on publicity, an entertaining magic act by A. L. Haley, and musical selections led by Gene Humbert and Dr. Ino W. Black. Madison Hall urged Rotary support for subscriptions and the district championship trek for the Bryan Caldwell football game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adeline
Rotary
Gene Humbert
Ino. W. Black
W. S. Barron
L. Guy Ament
The
Christian Church
al B. Nelson
A. L. Haley
Rev. Nelson
Nelson
Haley
Evangelist Singer
Madison Hall
Bryan High
Caldwell High
Caldwell
Bryan
T. A. Adams
C. S. Beckwith
C. L. Benson
J. W. Black
Wilson Bradley
J. F. Casey
Gabe Carell
W. J. Coulter
W. B. Cline
Jess Conlee
W. C. Davis
E. B. Elliott
W. E. Farmer
E. J. Fermier
H. C. Fulgham
C. E. Griesser
G. ¥. Grout
O. W. Goolsbee
W. W. Griffin
F. L. Henderson
Nora Ward
Ervin Smith
Barry
Ft. Smith
Ark
Ladonia
Ruth Knox
H. D. Cuykendall
Bryan Eagle
Pine leads Walton by large margin in Oklahoma Senate race
Oklahoma City voting shows W. B. Pine with 288,264 to 163,699 for former Governor Jack C. Walton for the United States Senate. The gap widened by about 125,000 as polls reported the race near closing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Oklahoma City
W. B. Pine
Jack C. Walton
United States
Pine
Walton
Mrs Ferguson Leads Butte in Turbulent Lead
Mrs Ferguson was leading by a wide margin when tabulation halted, leaving her status uncertain. The race in Butte drew attention as officials paused counting amid tight headlines and suspense for supporters.
Ferguson Leads Texas Governor Contest by Wide Margin
Nov. 6 report from Neff and Republican agencies states Miriam A. Ferguson leads George C. Butte in the Texas governor race by about 40 000 votes though Butte did not concede. Republican headquarters cite uncounted ballots in fifteen counties including Eastland and promise a full review and possible investigations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Dallas
George C. Butte
Miriam A. Ferguson
Texas
Fastland
Butte
Governor Neff Sends Congratulations to Mrs Ferguson
Governor Pat M. Neff sent a message of congratulations to Mrs Miriam A Ferguson on November 6 in Austin confirming support and well wishes from the state leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Pat M. Neff
Mirriam A. Ferguson
Fort Worth Klan Hall Destroyed by Fire
Fort Worth Ku Klux Klan Hall, recently completed at an approximate cost of $50,000, was destroyed by fire this morning. The origin of the fire remains unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KU Klux Klan
Associated Press
FT. Worth
Fort Worth
Bryan Gun Club Open Shoot ForTrophies On Armistice Day
The Bryan Gun Club plans an all day open tournament November 11 in Evan's pasture on College road as part of Knights of Pythias Armistice Day celebration. Thirty prizes include Swift's Premium hams minnow bucket lantern and more on display at N A Stewart Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Evan’s Pasture
College Road
Mrs Bernice Claytor Talks on Home and Kitchen Improvement
Mrs Bernice Claytor home economic specialist from A and M College Extension Service spoke at Kur ten Girls and Women Home Demonstration Club on Home Improvement for the girls and Kitchen Improvement for the women. She was joined by Miss Laura Belle Roten county home demonstration agent. Both sessions were reported very successful. Jordan T Lawler departed for Fort Worth on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernice Claytor
A. and M. College Extension Service Department
Kurten
Charley Godwin Dies From Accident Injuries
Charley Godwin youngest son of Mrs. E L Godwin of Bryan Texas died last night from injuries received in the accident at the municipal power house. Born November 9 1899 in Bryan he had lived here all his life. He is survived by his mother a brother James and three sisters Mrs Eula Miller Mrs M A Robertson and Mrs W M Smith all of Bryan. Funeral Friday at 10 am at the family home with Dr John A Held pastor First Baptist church officiating. Interment in Bryan cemetery McCulloch Gordon directing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Godwin
E. L. Godwin
Bryan
Texas
James Godwin
Eula Miller
M. A. Robertson
W. M. Smith
North Bryan Street
John A. Held
First Baptist Church
Bryan Cemetery
McCulloch- Gordon
New Orleans Cotton Letters See Rain, Cold Weather Warned
Daily Cotton Letter reports markets pricing in less favorable weather across the western cotton region with rain and colder conditions ahead. Private crop estimates show yields around 12.6 to 12.7 million bales and ginning near 9.6 to 9.75 million, with government forecasts inching higher. Stronger ginnings and improved trade prospects could push prices down, while lighter ginnings may buoy them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Beer
McCollum
Bryan
New Orleans
Texas
Oklahoma
Giles Bureau
Southern Cotton Company
Fossick Bureau
Memphis
Southwest
Armistice Day Celebration Promotes Peace in Bryan
In Bryan on November 11 the Knights of Pythias invite all to mark Armistice Day with a spirit of Peace on earth and good will toward men. The message urges unity among separate groups and emphasizes friendship charity and benevolence as the guiding theme. Committee members J. T. Maloney M. Caldwell George E. Hadley A. Held M. E. Wallace invite the public to gather in one accord for the tribute to lasting peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Judean
Marne
Rhine
Flanders Field
Bethlehem
Knights of Pythias
J. T. Maloney
MO. M. Caldwell
Geo. E. Hadley
MO. A. Held
M. E. Wallace
Bryan Fire Dept Team Captures Third in Cotton Palace Meet
The Bryan volunteer firemen returned from Waco with a third place in the motor apparatus contest at the Cotton Palace, earning $100 for the department fund. Chief Jenkins and Captain A. K. Brown led the team, which included C. A. Hamilton, H. J. Burger, Sam Noto, J. J. Stasny, W. A. Seibert, and C. C. Maigne, competing against Brownwood Cameron Sweetwater Fort Worth Hillsboro Belton Taylor Stephenville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Hillsboro
McAdams
Bryan Fire Department
Waco
Cotton Palace
Bryan
Fire Department
Brownwood
Cameron
Sweetwater
Belton
Taylor
Stephenville
E. E. McAdams
C. E. Jenkins
A. K. Brown
C. A. Hamilton
H. J. Burger
Sam Noto
J. J. Stasny
W. A. Seibert
C. C. Maigne
Weather forecast warns of freezing temperatures soon
The Weather Bureau predicts freezing weather in the next twenty four hours across affected areas. Forecasters urge residents to prepare for cold conditions and protect livestock and vulnerable infrastructure.
Freezing Weather Predicted for Texas Panhandle
Weather Bureau forecasts freezing conditions reaching the Panhandle within twenty four hours as cold air from New Mexico Nebraska Utah and Colorado moves southward. Cooler weather to spread across Texas with high and low pressure systems noted over the Atlantic and western regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Dallas
New Mexico
Colorado
Utah
Canada
Atlantic States
Texas
Panhandle
Bryan Woman's Club Meeting Reported
The Bryan Woman's Club held a regular meeting at Carnegie Library on Wednesday from 3 to 5 p m with good attendance. Mrs W N Shell’s resignation was read and accepted. Mrs Webb Howell elected alternate to attend the State Federation meeting in Amarillo. Various members presented floral displays and readings. lessons covered the era of filibusters in Texas 1800 to 1819 and other tableaux.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Woman’s Club
Carnegie Library Club
W. N. Shell
Webb Howell
State Federation of the Woman’s Clubs
Amarillo
House
B. A. Sims
C. A. Searcy
John E. Astin
Jean Lafitte
M. K. Thornton
College
F. Hensel
Stolander
Dentist Dr F D Bittle in Texarkana seizure shock
Dr F D Bittle a longtime Bryan area dentist was working when he suffered a convulsion and fell fracturing his shoulder. He was rushed to a hospital where he regained consciousness about an hour later and his condition was described as serious. He has family in Bryan College Station and is awaiting word from relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pexarkana
F. D. Bittle
Brazos County
Mrs Mary Wyse Remembers Bryan Roots After Fall
Mrs Mary Wyse widow of Charley Wyse longtime Bryan resident is remembered by friends. She now lives in Houston with daughter Mrs R W Mulford formerly Lucile Wyse. A hip fracture kept her in hospital for months but she has recovered to use a chair at home. At 80 she remains lively and engaged in city and state affairs. Her sister is Mrs Payne and brother John M Caldwell. Caldwell recently visited from Montrose with Mrs Wyse and her daughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Wyse
Charley Wyse
Bryan
Wyse
Houston
R. W. Mulford
Lucile Wyse
Mrs. Wyse
John M. Caldwell
Payne
Caldwell
Stocker Hogs Sold In Brazos And Grimes Counties
Sales of live stocker hogs by M J Tremont in Brazos and Grimes counties total 12000 dollars. Hogs were shipped from Lampasas San Saba and Llano to farmers who will return them later for profit. Prices expected 8 to 9 cents on return, sold to go on acorns at 8 1/2 to 8 1/2 cents. Damp drought hinders soil work for planting shrubs and rose beds, with November as planting month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. J. Tremont
Brazos
Grimes
Lampasas
San Saba
Llano
Wixon man among Bryan visitors today
J. H. White Sr. of the Wixon community was among visitors in Bryan today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. White, Sr
Wixon
Bryan
Thompson Family Returns From State Free Baptist Conference
Rev and Mrs C B Thompson and Mrs Lawless of Kurten returned from a state Free Baptist church conference held last week in Comanche.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Thompson
Lawless
Kurten
State Free Baptist Church Conference
Comanche
Mrs Franks Returns From Six Weeks Visit
Mrs. R. C. Franks has returned from a six weeks visit to her mother in Prescott Arkansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. C. Franks
Prescott
Arkansas
Cotton market slips as futures end lower
Cotton futures closed down 30 to 85 points with local spot prices shown at 21 1 4 cents for middling basis indicating a weaker market tone.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Editoris Dead
George Long
Miriam Ferguson
Cabot Lodge
Mrs. Ferguson Leading Butte
Neff
Bryan Gun Club
Jordan T. Lawler
Cotton Palace Meet
Weather Bureau
Tweny
Bryan Woman’s Club Meeting
DR. Bittle
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