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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1923
Page
3
The Brazos County Boys and Girls Club page extols the true American farmer as an enterprise driven leader in agriculture. It cites improvements in meat supply and tick fever, promotes turkey pooling, canned beef demos, and a shift to purebred stock while praising Ford's farming efficiency ideas.
Bryan outplayed Cameron High 7 to 6 on Edge Field in a hard fought game. Captain Dave Bunting and Kaplan led Bryan with strong line play while Jim Huggins left with a broken arm. Navasota looms next as Bryan pursues a win with fresh injuries and lineup changes.
Hallowe en passed in Bryan with no untoward events reports Chief of Police W S Martin. Rain began as a sprinkle and thickened driving youngsters indoors as gates and cows spoiled prank ideas. No property damage reported as revelers dispersed without incident.
A Bryan visitor list notes Mre. J. A. D. Robinson of the Wixon community was among today’s attendees.
W E Gandy was kicked by a horse he was harnessing at the American Steam Laundry this morning. He is confined to bed with a severely bruised left thigh, but physicians report no broken bones and the injury is not considered serious.
Mrs. Ollie Emmet receives word of the November 1 marriage of Lola Posey of Marshall Texas to Herbert Orre. The couple wed on November 1 in Marshall and left for Chicago for a visit before settling in Marshall. Orre works as a traveling salesman for a Chicago firm with headquarters in Marshall. The bride formerly led the millinery department at Edge Dry Goods in Bryan and Bryan friends send best wishes for their future.
A drill stem fell into the Cuthrell gas well near Carlos causing gas to stop flowing after about 86 hours. Minnesota financiers and Texas oil men convened in Navasota to decide on fishing for the stem and drilling a second well nearby, aiming to determine if the field yields gas or oil.
Saturday visitors to the Waco game include J. M. Gordon W. S. McCulloch G. E. Cox W. R. Barron S. C. Williams Harry Williams Jim Hugghins City Manager E. E. McAdams Judge H. O. Ferguson Horace P. Dansby Joe Howard George Stephan Allen P. Carr T. K. Lawrence Frank Horlock Parker Carroll.
Mrs. Cline hosts twenty five sophomore and freshmen boys from Allen Academy First Methodist Sunday School and invites an equal number of girls to join them for an eight o'clock gathering. A delightful program is planned for the evening.
Jim Tobias and his family, long-term residents along Route 6, have relocated to Bryan and are occupying the Grelen home on East 29th Street. The move marks a new chapter for the Tobias family in their Bryan residence.
General H. B. Stoddard has been confined to his bed for three days and missed daily visits to the Eagle office. He is known for Civil War service and prominent Masonic work. friends hope for a speedy recovery. T. L. Tobias of Kurten was a Bryan visitor today.
Mrs. H. M. Bradley of Groveton died at 11 a m Sunday aged about 73. Funeral held today at Pennington at 1 30 p m. She is survived by her husband and two sons Wilson Bradley and Dr C H Bradley of Groveton. Mr and Mrs Wilson Bradley were called to her bedside Saturday night but arrived too late.
Bryan high school football left tackle Jim Hugghins broke the right forearm in the opening play of Monday's game. He was taken to Bryan hospital for treatment and was reported doing splendidly today.
Frank Zarozza of Galveston was arrested Friday on a charge of transporting intoxicating liquors and jailed. He was released on a $1,000 bond Monday as his wife posted bond on Saturday night.
Will Chatterfield, a Black farmer, repaid in full the $50 loan from the Good Cheer Fund used for his son's hospital expenses. The fund had aided last year when his 10 year old son needed an operation for an affected mastoid sinus, with Dr A L Mondrick providing the operation pro bono. He signed a legal note to honor the loan and now proudly restores self reliance.
Girls of the junior class acted as hostesses to freshman girls at a tea held yesterday afternoon in the girls study hall. Ruth Penick played piano and the mandolin club provided entertainment. Receiving line included dean of freshmen women Edna McDaniel and dean of women Lucy J. Newton along with several named students and staff.
A. M. Waldrop returns from Waco where he witnessed the Queen's Coronation and ball at the Cotton Palace. The event is hailed as the year's top social affair withBryan and College’s Miss Nanne Shel Waldrop and Miss Patricia Sims among the duchesses and maids in the royal party.
Mrs Dona Carnes hosted the Embroidery Club at the Fin-Feather Club house from 3 to 6 pm. Honorees included Mrs Stiles A Giraud of Houston and Mrs James Milton Fountain bride of the month. Sterling silver gifts were given and a lavish refreshment course served. Present guests listed include Mesdames Giraud Fountain Park Fulgham Stevens Smith Hanway Astin Fountain Parker Williams Burger Doane Brandon and Haswell.
Mise Bessie Scott hosted a Halloween themed gathering on Washington avenue Tuesday night for a group of young friends. Prizes were awarded to Ewell Wheeler David Mize and Elbert Spiller after lively games amid unmasking fun and Halloween refreshments. The guest list included Vera Ramsey Jewel Sowarby Florence Means Velma Brown Pauline Thompson Mary Beth and Katherine Mitchell Charles Wheeler Louise Brown Ewell Wheeler Perry Ferguson Elbert Spiller Harrison Franklin G D Tucker Milton Franklin David and Henry Mize Merril Mitchell Joe Jackson Leigh Smith and Ben Kaplan.
The Homemakers Class of the First Baptist Sunday school held a Wednesday afternoon session from 3 30 to 6 in church classrooms with autumnal decorations. Officers presided, and the group voted to enter the State-wide class contest for the Wichita Falls 1924 convention banner. The teacher Mrs Albert Buchanan attended, hot chocolate and cake were served, and the membership list includes many members while Prof B W Bittle is reported ill at Guy P Bittle's home.
A crowded Cotton Palace gridiron saw Texas A and M and Baylor play to a scoreless 0–0 tie amid a heavy, muddy field. The game featured sharp defense, few fumbles, and praised coaching, with Baylor and A and M each leaving Sunday’s results in doubt for conference standings.
Inclement weather reduced attendance but interest remained high as the Delphian Society explored Palestine and Hebrews. Mrs. Fuller led with historical overview, then members presented talks on Hebrew history, geography, sources, and periods from Judges to captivity. Next meeting November 1 features Hebrew literature.
Miss Annie Ruth Ware entertained about 25 to 30 Treble Cleff Club members at the Ware residence Wednesday night from 7 30 to 11 00 p m. The evening featured Halloween games and refreshments of sandwiches and punch.
Walter Wipprecht and his sister Miss Elsbeth depart early by auto for Comfort to visit relatives. Mr. Wipprecht plans to join a party and proceed to Kerrville for a week long deer and wild turkey hunt in the foothills.
Joseph Olexi of Bremond wed Miss Anna Pacholek of Brazos County this morning at 8 30 at St Josephs Catholic church officiated by Rev P Litwora. The couple will reside on the groom's farm near Bremond.
Professor R F Smith faced a family tragedy while traveling for his mother's 84th birthday. She fell ill and died at 7 p m Sunday in Huntsville, with burial planned there Tuesday as Smith returns to the college.
News from Bryan reports the death of Ed Farquhar at his San Antonio home on Saturday November 8. The body was sent to Navasota for burial in the family cemetery. Farquhar, born in Wellborn Brazos county, was a noted stockman and farmer who later lived in Grimes county before ill health.
Rev D H Hotchkiss presiding elder preached at the Methodist church Sunday morning. His sermon focused on the payment of church pledges with texts from 2 Corinthians chapters nine and ten about readiness for his coming.
W. G. Logan and J. C. Wade of Wellborn were in Bryan today for unknown civic or business reasons.
The executive committee for the state-wide Presbyterian movement on Christian education announces a $160,000 campaign fund allocation. $100,000 funds building at Austin near the University of Texas A. and M. College. $40,000 covers plant costs. the rest assists Denton San Marcos Huntsville and Commerce. Presidents of state institutions endorse the drive.
County agent Benson visited Woodville schools inviting club girls and boys to the county meeting on October 27. P Salvato and Miss Lena Strata were married in Bryan with a wedding supper at the Strata home. Carlos Scardina of Houston visits sister Mrs Luke Restire this week.
Judge H C Ferguson reports the bad spot on the Bryan Benchley road near H C Seale's place is repaired with a causeway and now in easy travel condition.
Advert says a reliable man can start a permanent profitable business selling Rawleighs Good Health Products to farmers in Brazos County. Very little capital required. See Crawford in New Baden Texas quickly.
The ad touts Calotabs or Cal taba as a modern de nauseated calomel tablet. It claims no taste no griping no nausea and a good night’s sleep followed by a clean liver and strong appetite. Sold in sealed packages 35 cents large family size 10 cents trial. druggists refund if not delighted.
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