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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1930
Page
8
County agents summarize farm activity across Brazos and Tyler regions. Noticeable items include Greenville trades day with an auction of farm goods, greens sold to Bryan households, rising winter grazing from oats, and broad U S crop value estimates near 11.9 billion dollars.
Texas agriculture shows resilience with solid yields and expansion potential. Panhandle and South Plains report planted small grains, winter grazing, and strong cattle and sorghum movement, while machinery demand hints at cost-effective, larger scale farming next year. Trans‑Pecos notes revived ranges after fall rains, cattle shipments to the corn belt, and improving pear and alfalfa production near El Paso.
Hon WS Barron spoke at Stephen F. Austin High School during National Education Week. He contrasted past schools with present ones citing improved equipment, teacher preparation, buildings, and funding. He praised school advantages for Lexa children and urged emphasis on quality education.
The Creath-Brazos BY PU plans a Sunday meeting at 8 o clock with First Baptist Church Bryan. Rev Odell Jameson of Third Street Baptist Waco will speak. churches will report attendance unions and standard unions for banner awards.
COLLEGE STATION Nov 12 The tenth convention of the Texas branch American Association of Collegiate Registrars will be at Texas A and M College Nov 14 15 with fifty registrars expected. E J Howell president of the Texas branch announced the complete program including ethics sectionizing and schedule changes. Local arrangements are handled by A and M College registrar’s office and pre registration and reception are set for Nov 13 with the convention beginning Nov 14. Participants include C E Finley F M Allen Miss Edna E Phillips D A Shirley R L Brewer F H Jankin Miss Ivy Rhodes Max Fichtenbaum and others.
Judge W. C. Davis traveled to Franklin to reopen district court sessions. He was accompanied by Court Reporter Z. R. McDonald.
A De Witt teen admits murdering Lewrenne Culpepper a 22 year old farmer from England Arkansas and Levie Buck Mitchell a 15 year old. He claims the Culpepper death was self defense and is held for court proceedings.
The editor's desk features two large bronze chrysanthemums grown by Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Markle on Center street. The blooms measure about five inches, with perfect shape and rich color. Mrs. Markle also has giant lavender plants expected to be in full bloom soon, showcasing Bryan as a potential flower producing center for future seasons.
The Woman’s Missionary Society of the First Methodist Church elected new officers at a regular meeting. Key posts include President Mrs. Jno W Black, Vice President Mrs H N Cochran, Recording Secretary Mrs W M Gaven, Corresponding Secretary Mrs N R Allen, and others. Mrs Dona Carnes spoke on a Holy Land visit and donated a gavel made from Mount of Olives olive wood. Mrs R S Marshall received a silver vegetable dish as appreciation before moving to Houston with Rev Marshall.
In Los Angeles on November 12 an embarrassed detective recalls guarding a telegraph office during a robbery that occurred just twenty feet away. The blunder underscores how close he was to the crime without intervening.
Annual Texas Home Economics Association meeting set for November 28 in Houston at the Rice Hotel. Miss Mildred Horton announced sessions include reports and an address by Dr Lydia J Thomas of the University of Chicago. Luncheon features a cotton style show by Susan L Bates of the Cotton Textile Institute.
Bryan Colored School marked National Education Week with a public program at Shiloh Baptist church. Prof. R C Neal praised local educational progress and urged citizen support for youth. Several musical numbers were given. A follow up program is planned for Friday morning November 4 at Shiloh Baptist church with faculty discussions on Negro education.
Saturday night program at the rural school includes a short program and a quilt giveaway. Numerous local Bryan visitors attended events and Sunday visits across families. Spanish class gains traction at high school with new teacher and holiday recess noted. health nurses promote child defect corrections in the community.
The Edge school girls organized their basketball team last week naming Lena Martin as captain. Players include Berdie Eychlik Jennie Lou Griffin Edith Payne Gildys Barnett Fay Mclon ald Leni Martin Millie Wilson Lutline Elliott. Weekend visits feature family and friends from Fort Crockett Galveston and nearby towns.
A Sunday School gathering in Prospect drew a fair crowd with singing by Ina Mae and Travis Price and a quilting party hosted by Mrs Stewart. Students enjoyed a ball game 15 to 7 against Smetana, as principal Mrs Price prepares to move home on Ursuline Avenue.
Steeles Store reports a large turnout of Community Club members Friday night with features highlighted by special programs and social activities.
Deer season begins Sunday November 14 in Texas with bucks only and a two buck bag limit, while turkey season also opens. Hunters may use rifles or shotguns, and gear safety guidance from game officials stresses avoiding loaded guns in cars and in camps, with additional notes on red wear and safe hunting practices.
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