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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1928
Page
2
A garbled OCR line presents partial text and unknown references. It mentions ages, letters, and possible names, with no clear event or location. The readable fragments suggest a note about a list or correspondence but lack cohesive facts.
Emery W. Nanley of Cook's Point died at age 51 years , after 51 years of life in the community. He was a longtime Baptist preacher and served as pastor of several Brame area churches. He will be interred at Cass County cemetery with services at 2 o clock in the local chapel.
The readable text contains fragmented references to Southern Democrats, Wall Street, and odds comparisons for political bets involving Hoover, Cos (likely Coolidge), Hughes, and general commentary on political betting. The passage is incomplete and garbled, with no clear single event or date.
The text lists several named political figures and party affiliations, mentioning Meg Eete Herm Metsr mack and Geogteer of Mark Eac me, with references to Democratic and Republican figures and a note on two women reaching a key political milestone.
The piece reflects on Texas political shifts from Democratic dominance to Republican gains. It notes past votes and party strength, predicts a future with intense intra party competition and strategizing by leaders as the state moves toward a decisive primary.
Construction began on the chemistry building at A M College as the board approves funds and oversight begins. Officials expect completion within the project timeline as work proceeds with contractor supervision and site preparations.
The orphan home requests help from readers to provide winter clothes and household items. Donations of sugar, rice, bears, peas, and corn are welcomed along with funds to support the children’s needs. Volunteers will collect and distribute clothing and supplies to ensure all orphans are cared for.
An old machine and mill supplies advertisement mentions Stevenson Machine Works and a curious line about a man hiding behind a woman's skirt, described as a ward heeler and magician in a dated promotional fragment.
A yearly water works and sewer operation school meet is proposed to be held at the city headquarters. The event aims to train workers and discuss improvements, with the city commission overseeing planning and future advertising.
The College livestock judging squad departs for Wichita to compete at the Live Stee Stew and Peres event. Coaches include Prof Gibbens, with five team members listed and others traveling to Emsas City for the contest.
Brazos County reports a cotton yield around 25 000 bales marking a potential rise over last year. Analysts note weather and acreage changes influence the harvest as planners monitor market conditions.
Burglars entered the residence of W. E. Bond at 2201 23rd Street on Sunday while Bond and sister were away visiting another relative. Property belonging to Bond and his sister was taken or disturbed. No injuries reported.
The Rev J J Pipkim notes a two year old Jersey cow yielding 235 pounds of butter in October and about 16 pounds of milk per day during the test period, arguing cattle investment potential.
Agricultural notes report calves losing flesh over the past 30 days and wheat pastures improving in October rains. Receipts at stockyards show 3.4 percent higher year over year and sheep and swine receipts vary, with figures for January to November compared to 1927.
Mrs Rountree state regent of the D A R will visit Bryan accompanying Mex W and Sewell regents and Mr G S Fraps of College Station. They were present for today’s induction at the Bryan Clagter and will stay in the home of Mr and Mrs W S Tayweil as social events are planned for the state meeting at Texas A M College.
A brief notice reports the Utility Store House expansion to the south. The move appears mercenary in intent and tied to periodic purchases and rentals, with the crowbar and time indicators suggesting ongoing adjustments.
Farmers of Robertson County gathered in Hearne on November 2 and formed the Robertson County Agricultural Association. Officers elected for the year include President H. O. Collier of Mumford Vice President P. C. Knaps of Calvert and Secretary-Treasurer W. H. Mitchell of Boon Prairie.
A Woolworth lease in this town will inject a large sum into local finances. The property on Main Street next to First State Bank and Treat Conergy is leased to several named parties including A. J. Waer, Gotewer's Esters, and C. E Gresser. The Damby Farmfare Company’s property on Eryus Street is involved, with contractor JL BL Mash overseeing groundwork. The arrangement plans remodeling to welcome an upcoming event in 7.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Bryan and reference Grimes county and Braves. Details are unclear but imply a historical attribution or event linked to 1866 and local figures. The text is garbled with misread proper names and place hints.
The Howell Lumber Company Fair in Brazos county drew over a thousand exhibits. Prizes honored include Best canning display and best home demonstration entries led by Ta bor and Reliance, with numerous 4 H and individual crafts winners such as Inez Higgs, Alma Kindt, Jennie Lea Griffin, and Grace Shealy among many others.
Governor Dan Moody urged Texas residents to join the Red Cross roll call from Armistice to Thanksgiving in a statewide proclamation issued in Austin.
An advertisement promotes White's Cream Wormfuge to ease appetite issues in children caused by worms. It claims to remove roundworms and pinworms and offers the product for 35 cents per bottle from Romaz & Vick.
Bryan schools plan a night class in plumbing under the Hughes Act. Master plumbers, apprentices, and helpers may enroll with a $2 registration fee. The twelve week course meets twice weekly starting Thursday at 1 o clock in the high school building.
An old public health warning explains tiny water germs can cause severe illness. It urges careful wound care using Liquid Bororone to kill germs and Lororing Powder to speed healing, listing prices and availability from Roman & Vick.
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