Editorial on American liberty war and British history bias
The Bryan Weekly Eagle editorial criticizes U.S. teaching of the American Revolution, arguing textbooks downplayed English opposition and overstated British culpability. It cites Charles Altschul’s study of forty history texts, notes growing anti England sentiment, and urges recognizing German influence in shaping public opinion and errors in wartime narratives.
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George 141
Ingiana
Charles Aitschui
England
Pitt
Burke
Fox
Franklin
Adams
Washington
George IiI
Artesian well and natatorium plan gains backing in Bryan
A group of gentlemen discussed forming a $5,000 stock company to fund an artesian well and natatorium in Bryan. N. B. Cole pledged $1,000 total with eight lots and $500 cash, others pledged to subscribe, aiming to raise the full amount. The piece notes arrivals, social events, and local notices as well as Republican faction tensions in Brazos County.
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N. B. Cole
Bryan
Cabbage Over Tobacco Nonsense From France Letter
A World War I letter from Lieut. C B Hudson, dated France October 14, praises France, notes green landscapes, and contrasts cabbage with tobacco while describing war service and urging support for tobacco drives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Derden Chance
Lieut. C. B. Hudson
France
Europe
Groginski and Knox Sell Liquor Stocks
Groginski and Knox contracted to dispose of their remaining liquor stocks ahead of county prohibition. The sale was arranged with Jence Henry and Joe Tajan of Spring Harris County, with earnest money deposited. Groginski plans to move to Houston to enter wholesale liquor trade. Knox’s plans were not advised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Eagle
Joe Groginski
B. H. Knox
Jence Henry
Joe Tajan
Spring
Harris County
Man Confesses to Starting 40 Fires
George Davis a hotel worker in Philadelphia confessed to starting the Tuesday fire at the Washington hotel that killed a Baltimore salesman and wounded several others. He said he had started about forty fires in the city and New Jersey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
George Davis
Washington Hotel
Baltimore
Davis
City
New Jersey
Regulate the Bowels with Herbine Ad
An old advertisement touts HERBINE as a bowel regulator that aids the liver and stomach and restores strength and buoyancy. Sold by M. H. James at 50 cents.
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M. H. James
Adv
Knights of Pythias Install New Officers After Meeting
The Knights of Pythias held a Tuesday night meeting and installed officers including J. P. Burroughs as chancellor commander John M. Lawrence as master of work A. M. Waldrop as master at arms T. F. Castles as inner guard and Seth Mooring as outer guard.
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Knights of Pythias
J. P. Burroughs
John M. Lawrence
A. M. Waldrop
T. F. Castles
Seth Mooring
Miss Willie Rogers Hosts Elocution Class Recital
Miss Willie Rogers large elocution class presented at the opera house last night. The program opened with a march and delsarte movements followed by recitations. The event showcased careful training and notable progress from the students.
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Willie Rogers
Opera House
Local notes highlight court actions and community events
Judge Nall travels to Hardin county for district court and will be away about two weeks. County surveyor FP Lowry qualified and is ready to perform duties. Several marriage licenses issued this term, including multiple recent couples. A district court financial committee reviews county books last examined in 1894. The Austin literary society anniversary is set for Friday, November 27. The Caldwell Chronicle notes a dozen to fifteen divorce applications this term while Galveston News reports eleven weddings. Sunday school picnic and upcoming Parker building finish are also mentioned along with active millinery displays and church attendance today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
H. ¢. Robinson
W. E. Saunders
A. H. Harbers
District Court
Caldwell Chronicle
Burleson County
Galveston News
Americans Relieved from French Trenches in World War I
The first American battalion in the trenches has been relieved, with negligible casualties and more trench feet than wounds. The unit returned to billets after two days in mud, requiring baths and rest before likely redeployment.
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France
Country Home Burned Near Tabor Causes Community Aid
The Wil son couple lost their country home near Tabor with all belongings. they had no insurance. Neighbors circulated a subscription list locally and in the city to aid their loss. A rebuilding fund was also started for tenant Mr. George Fullerton who also had no insurance on the burned building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Eagle
Lee Wilson
Tabor
George Fullerton
Fullerton
Ring 42 and G. D. Tucker Feed Auction
Ring 42 and G. D. Tucker offer a wide range of feed at bargain cash prices. The notice invites buyers to take advantage of low cost supplies available locally.
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Ring 42
G. D. Tucker
Food Campaign Pledge Drive Extended This Week
Telegram from district manager George says Mr. Hoover extends the pledge card drive through the week. County Chairman Benson asks the committee to continue work and secure pledges from every Brazos county home. Additional cards available from the county chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. George
Hoover
Benson
Brazos County
Soldiers to Share Wages With Families
Adjutant General George H. Carter reports Washington guidance from General Crowder on family allowances for soldiers. The act provides monthly allotments up to half pay, with a floor of 15 dollars, and a separate family allowance not to exceed 50 dollars monthly for eligible wives, children, and certain relatives.
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George H. Carter
General Crowder
Washington
United States
Secretary of War
Treasury
Crowder
Delinquents Ordered to Report for Physical Examination
A government notice lists individuals who were previously notified by the adjutant general to appear for local exemption board physical exams but failed to report. Names include Bryan Senor Sanchey and Carlos Torres among many others across towns such as Boerne, College Station, Millican, Waco, Austin, and Navasota. Offenders face severe penalties and the list serves to reach those who may not have received official notice.
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Adjutant General
Bryan—Senor Sanchey
Carlos Torres
Louis Graca
Will Sterling
Simon Dever
Will Richmond
George Jackson
Rosende Malatto
Ernest Sando
Chas Colorando
Jim Davis
Alex. Turner
Eugene Foster
James H. Johnson
Edmund Pate
Kurten
Geore E. Spears
Boerne
John Behr
College Station
Daniel Steptoe
Jas. Zebarro
Daniel Rivo
Harrison Allen
W. R. Hensley
John Rodriguez
Millican
Jas
W. Smith
Jeff Williams
Candy Lytee
Aaron Mendoza
Cawthon
Earl Jean Waco
Algie Williams
Austin
Dock Thompson
Patterson
Sam Wade
Allen Farm
P. Sherman
Navasota
Jeff Sod
Denovers Robertson
A and M Heads Plan Washington Trip for Convention
A convention of land grant colleges and experiment stations will be held in Washington next week. Prof. M L Hays of A and M has left and others will depart during the week. Presidents and faculty will attend along with the Texas experiment station.
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Daily Eagle
Washington
M. L. Hays
Bizzell
A. and
M. College
Texas Experiment Station
B. Youngblood
T. 0 .Walton
Extension Service
J. O. Morgan
Agronomy
Dean J. C. Nagle
Laura F. Neale
Brazos County Men Back From the Army
Brazos County men released from military service after training at A and M college and Camp Travis are sent home for various reasons including physical defects or having dependents. Discharges involve Alex S. Milkins Tony Lapagia Carlo Carso Joe Defurio Joe H. Watson George W. Price Tony Lobello Albert P Dyess Will Presnal Will Luther August J. Schmidt Charles Schram H. C Seale. The district board acted on discharge requests for most but two were sent home differently.
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Daily Eagle
A. and
M. College
Camp Travis
Brazos County
Alex S. Milkins
Tony Lapagia
Carlo Carso
Joe Defurio
Joe H. Watson
George W. Price
Tony Lobello
Albert P Dyess
Will Presnal
Will Luther
August J. Schmidt
Charles Schram
H. C Seale
Family Reunion Honors Army Guard at City Home
A family reunion at Mr. and Mrs. Joe Oprsteny’s home gathered all relatives except Frank who serves in the army at Eagle Pass. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Joe Oprsteny Jr of Galveston and Lieut Albert Corsteny of Camp Bowie along with Corsicana and local family members. A splendid dinner followed by a day of pleasure.
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Daily Eagle
Joe Oprsteny
Frank
Eagle Pass
Galveston
Olie Mortensen
Corsicana
Albert Corsteny
Camp Bowie
Fort Worth
BoroZONE Antiseptic Healing Agent Ady Sale
Surgeons urge fast treatment for cuts burns and wounds. BoroZONE is presented as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for man or beast. Available in multiple sizes 26c 50c 1.00 and 1.50 sold by M. H. James Ady.
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M. H. James
Ady
Prohibitionists Urge Closing Saloons Near Army Posts
At a mass meeting in Fort Worth Texas on November 2 the Anti Saloon League and the W C T U adopted resolutions urging President Wilson to close saloons and eliminate dens of vice in cities adjacent to army cantonments. A committee of 100 was named to travel to Washington on December 8 to present the resolutions in person.
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Fort Worth
Texas
Anti-Saloon League
W. C. T. U. of Texas
Wilson
Washington
Texas Clamor for New State Highways Grows
Austin reports a statewide push for new highways since the state highway commission began. Curtis Hancock says 27 routes designated, with many more applications. Counties must issue road bonds for state and federal aid as efforts focus on at least one transTexas corridor, including Meridian and Texarkana El Paso plans.
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Austin
Texas
State Highway Commission
Curtis Hancock
Meridian
Texarkana-El Paso
Ballards Snow Liniment Promises Quick Pain Relief
Advertises Ballards Snow Liniment as a powerful remedy for neuralgia of the face shoulder hands or feet. Claims rubbing into the pain points relieves suffering and restores normal conditions. Sold by M. H. James with bottle prices 25c 50c and 1.00. Ady.
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M. H. James. Ady
Turkey Killing Delayed Until December 1 in Brenham
United States government requests no turkey dressing before December 1 to let birds reach full growth. Brenham reports many turkeys in excellent condition and the season will be postponed accordingly.
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Turkey
Brenham
Tex
United States
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H. C. Robinson
Bryan Telephone Exchange
American Electric Telephone Company
Robinson
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Fannie Picket
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E. F. Parks
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Lillie Chance
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Billy Crow
Navasota Examiner
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Geo. E. Clothier
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H. D. Wilson
Lizzie Seale
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Baptist State
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Master Osborn
Troy
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Groginski
Knox
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Austin Literary Society
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Cartie
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H. M. Dickson
Addie Robertson
Alex Daniels
Belle Weyman
Eddie Wells
Mary Rusan
R. J. Crawford
Annie Belle
Baptist Sunday School
Cavitt’s Pasture
Parker
A.B. Carr, Jr
Castor
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