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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1935
Page
4
The automotive industry moves its annual shows from January to fall at the request of President Roosevelt to speed up employment. The change aims to reduce seasonal slack, keep buyers active, and boost production for 1936 models. Government and industry cooperation is highlighted as stabilizing employment and maintaining industry momentum.
Greece reinstates King George XII after a Sunday plebiscite, with over 90 percent voting for monarchy. The article notes postwar European shifts toward dictatorship and monarchy, arguing democratic systems struggle in newly formed states lacking experience, yet democracy’s real functioning is only delayed, not stopped.
The 44th Legislature members uncover new revenue sources to fund growing bureaus commissions and a rising number of job holders. They warn future legislatures will face growing complexity until government gains efficiency and economy.
Stuart Chase argues we are headed from capitalism toward a new SYSm, predicting the transition will be rapid compared with the move from feudalism. He warns that excessive speed may harm the masses caught between economic manipulation.
Leaders in both major parties in New York, Pennsylvania and Kentucky anticipate victory in the 1936 campaign. The text cites a prominent example of optimistic rhetoric from a notable modern politician.
The piece argues agricultural improvement is shown by rising stock values of farm equipment makers and notes college football fame reflects Texas, which hosts three of the top ten teams per experienced sports writers.
In New York on November 5, two visitors arrive to comfort Karl Kitchen on his final night. Watterson Rothacker and George Fichelberger discuss literature and travel as they share a bottle, while Kitchen quietly faces departure under oxygen. The piece likens memoirs of Maupassant and O Henry to a somber hospital vigil and ends with a dog rescue aboard the Dixie.
A Broadway producer keeps a cigaret vending machine in his office offering 15 cent packages. Charles Rector, father of George, was among New Yorks first import car owners paying 16500 for a Metallurgique sold via a trade. Rector’s billed customers like Diamond Jim and Flo Ziegfeld, with Harry Thaws bills exceeding 25000.
The piece notes Elsa Maxwell as a prime target for Cole Porter's satirical musical Jubilee. It mocks her flamboyant persona and claims her social circle revolves around childish games for adults, while referencing critics and contemporary society figures. The text also mentions the Andrew Carnegie mansion on Fifth Avenue as a symbol of private urban grandeur.
Twenty five years ago notes from the Bryan Daily Eagle and Pilot recount President Taft’s joking remark that he might visit Cincinnati in 1914 for a century of peace celebration organized by the Sisterhood of the Rodeph Sholom. The piece also mentions local items from Willowhole Madison county and updates on cadet uniforms and Fair Park race track safety.
Critics of President Roosevelt express surprise at his remark that the AAA was permanent. The exchange centers on reactions to the policy stance and its perceived longevity, reflecting political tensions of the era.
The piece argues traffic law enforcement could become partisan in Massachusetts as Roosevelt sons face accidents and court delays. It notes Constance Lodge Williams’s challenge to the registrar and his rebuke, suggesting the issue could harm Roosevelt political standing and provoke further scrutiny of the family’s conduct.
The piece argues the agricultural adjustment act aims to relieve the emergency but will become a lasting crop control framework. It traces history from McNary-Haugen to Hoover and Roosevelt plans, contending AAA foundations lock in permanent policy, with surpluses shaping prices and long term farm aid. It notes Kansas Republicans’ demand for better alternatives as evidence of durable policy. The editorial also extols newspapers as a unifying, indispensable community medium for information and advertising.
N D Welty states that a newspaper unifies the community by presenting possessions, opportunities and happenings. He says publishers have a continuing obligation to keep up with and ahead of the times, guiding public awareness and interest.
Henry Lockethe led a Lions club meeting noting 15 of 17 charter band members attended. W E Wimberley and Tom Sweeney highlighted the record as Pete Koneeny, Harmon Putz, and John Koneeny missed only one of 45 meetings. Pistole and Dr. Buchanan pledged $5 prizes to boost the band’s attendance contest.
Mrs. Rountree urged Lions Club members to support Will Rogers ideas humor and philosophy by contributing to designated depositories in Bryan. Carl T Sprague performed cowboy songs including Home on the Range The Last Round-Up and Old Faithful Will Rogers favorite sung at his funeral resolutions of sympathy were read.
This memorial sketch recalls Daniel Boone born near Reading Pennsylvania likely November 2 1734. It details his frontier exploits with Henderson exploring Kentucky and negotiating with Cherokees, his endurance and woodcraft, and how Congress later granted him La Charette Missouri while his gravesite in Frankfort Kentucky draws visitors.
A committee read ten resolutions expressing bereavement for C. N. Wyatt and W. M. Sparks, with appreciation cards from W. M. Sparks and Beverly Ann Sparks. Beverly Ann thanked the club for thoughts during illness. A former member W. S. Howell sent his thanks from home. The group urged support for the Red Cross Roll Call on November 11 and discussed the Travis P.T.A. play on November 7 and Lions carnival dates for the high school band on November 25 and 26.
On Monday marking the 56th anniversary of Rogers birth the memorial fund drive opens and runs until November 28 Thanksgiving Day. Contributions will be received by local banks including First National, City National, First State and Trust, Union State and Trust, and by Mrs. Rountree in Brazos County.
The omnibus bill for pensions faces House floor debate after approval, with leaders hoping for Wednesday consideration. Sponsors project revenue of 13 to 17 million dollars from pensions and 6 to 7 million from liquor, as senators warn delay could jeopardize final passage.
Cates wins a slight victory by moving a bill like the House plan into position for early action. Drys accuse anti prohibitionists of subterfuge and say the repeal amendment permits a return of the open saloon. Wet leaders call it a sane regulation compromise. Rep. R. E. Morse of Houston proposes limiting mixed drinks to 24 percent alcohol and forbids sale of straight drinks.
The Bryan Federation of Young People's Societies plans a 2:30 PM meeting at College Avenue Baptist Church to map activities for fall and winter. The cabinet includes Grover White Jr as president, with officers Herring, Watson, Watts, Johnson, and Smith. The federation coordinates youth society activities across several churches and runs winter basketball and other recreation in rotation among member churches.
County Agent and Mrs. C. L. Benson returned from Beckville where oil developments create strong activity with leases selling at good prices and the entire Panola County area experiencing rapid growth.
New samples and prize lists from a leading national coupon book and ticket printer are presented by Eagle Printing Co. The release highlights updated offers and printing details for retailers and collectors seeking current promotional materials.
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