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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1923
Page
2
A Bryan credit to local stores argues merchants must stock what customers want and advertise offerings. Citing parcel post growth at the Bryan post office, the piece notes many shoppers buy out of town due to missing items like boys' coats. It suggests catalogs and wire orders as a way to keep home dollars at home.
A Dallas Morning News tale shows a man who advertised for a dog and attracted 150 responses by midweek despite a single Sunday post. The piece argues ads are read and notes how a misnaming error draws wide notice, while contrasting with broader 1838 Massachusetts agricultural reflections and U.S. road ambitions.
A newspaper voice underscores that universal education is matched by the demand for national highways and well maintained roads everywhere. The piece argues infrastructure progress is essential to progress for all citizens.
A quotation credits Calvin Coolidge with stating that civilization rests on the need for teachers and their immense contribution to human welfare.
Dallis News states a stance that capital is required to begin any enterprise and advertising is needed to sustain it. The remark frames capital and marketing as essential foundations for business success.
A Whit-colored quotation attributes national strength to the intelligent, civic-minded population, reflecting President Warren G. Harding's belief in citizen virtue as the foundation of security and vigor.
A wry adage notes a mule cannot kick and pull simultaneously, implying a person should choose a single effective effort. The saying frames focus and balance in action, suggesting prudence in allocating energy between competing tasks.
A columnist argues the high price of ignorance outweighs education costs. The piece stresses societal harm from lack of knowledge and calls for stronger learning initiatives to reduce future costs.
A compact quotation reflects the tension between self-care and neglect in Shakespearean verse, suggesting that self-love is not a grave fault when it guards against neglect of oneself and responsibilities.
Cameron Texas November 19 W T Hefley Jr a Cameron high school graduate and current Texas A and M College student has earned appointment to West Point The telegram from Congressman Luther Johnson says Hefley had the highest record in the competitive examination and will report to West Point in July.
A missionary pageant was staged at the Free Baptist church during the Christian Endeavor meeting led by Mrs. Walter Holmes. The program featured prayers, talks on India and personal religion, musical solos, and a pageant with seven young ladies portraying mission fields in national costumes including America China Mexico Korea Africa and Japan.
Mrs Henry Redmond of Corpus Christi was elected president of the Texas Federation of Women's Clubs for a two year term. Officers elected by acclamation include A R Averill of El Paso first vice president Carl Goodman of Plainview secretary Walter Robertson of Wichita Falls treasurer and Mary L Wright of Fort Worth auditor. Memorial services were held for federation members who died in the past year. Next year's convention city to be decided by the executive board with Beaumont and Galveston inviting hosts.
John A. Blasienz of the Lawrence Wholesale Grocery Company wed Corrine Thompson at Rev. J. B. McFadden’s home in Marlin on Sunday noon. The couple, both natives of Rosebud, plan to make their home in Bryan after the wedding.
City officials say Sunday morning water supply cut off in Bryan due to emergency repair on a water main near the ice plant. City Manager E. E. McAdams explained the incident this morning.
Mrs John T Hanway Jr and Mrs J B Look hosted a Friday bridge tea at the Hanway home in Bryan. Tables showcased black and yellow, Thanksgiving pads, and silver hot plate prizes. Tea service followed games with autumn decor and chrysanthemums in bronze, as Mrs Hanway Sr and Mrs Augusta Jones poured.
In a humorous note the Houston Post reports Dr. Bizzell was taken to Bryan Country Club where James Sullivan Dana Bible and other A and M figures taught him golf. The piece jokes that Ike Ashburn might develop the habit next.
Mrs. E. J. Fermier earned second place in a Poetry Society of Texas contest with her poem The Torch in the Old South prize class. About 150 poems were submitted across five classes. first prize went to Miss Jean Caffee of Dallas. The winning works will be published in a volume after rights were released to the Society.
A. Mahon, formerly a federal student now teaching at Chapel Hill, visited Bryson on Monday to oversee cattle shipments. He endured typical delays and had to dip livestock and return for a second dip eight days later.
Houston teen Louise Garwood, a guest in Bryan, receives the Florence Sterling prize from the Poetry Society of Texas for the best lyric poem under 50 lines. She is studying at Columbia University this winter.
Bryan Delphian Chapter met Friday afternoon at Carnegie Library with strong representation and active interest. Members describe Delphian study as helpful in Sunday school work, literary club activity, mission study, and discussions on Egypt excavations. six husbands also read Delphian books.
A party consisting of Ollie Orr J A Ryehlik Albert Ryehlik and Jim Leighman will depart Saturday by car for Kerrville Kerr County for a deer hunt. After the hunting they plan to tour Mexico before returning.
Dr. C. A. Searcy notes three Bryan area births last night. A 9 pound son born to Mr and Mrs J W Wade of Dowling, a 10 pound son to Mr and Mrs Lee Andrews of Harvey, and an 11 pound son to Mr and Mrs Eds Rychlik of Bryan.
W P Graham former A and M College standout guides Shurtleff College to a 12 to 0 victory over McKendree College at Sportsman's Park Alton on November 9. The Alton Daily Times notes this was the season’s largest crowd and praises Graham as a rising coach in his sixth game with one loss.
The Bryan Caldwell game ended in a scoreless draw Friday with a full account to follow in the Tattler.
Personal mentions list relatives visiting for Thanksgiving from Denton Houston Brenham Dallas and Tyler and updates on local residents. Dr J W Black returns from Calvert Mrs Louis Slovacek moves home from Bryan hospital Mrs L H Tucker travels to Houston to see daughter Mrs Roscoe Bates visits from Dallas and timing of Bates return. County Agent Benson conducts terracing demonstration at W E Moore farm. J E Hensarling building a new bungalow on East 30th and Ennis. UT students from Waldrop home for holidays and other guests. Edith Wood birth announced in Atlanta and Bryan social guests visiting.
Judge H O Ferguson Mrs Paul Dansby and George Stephans are in Houston to see the A and M Rice football game. State Superintendent Conn arrives in Bryan to inspect Brazos county schools. Conn is brother of Mrs Gibbs and will stay with the Gibbs family. Others travel or visit including Mrs Miller and Annie Eleanor, T R Batte Jr visiting from Tampico, Mr Batte heading to Houston and San Antonio, and local residents sending greetings as various relatives and friends are noted in Bryan.
A parade of visitors from Houston Dallas Detroit and Galveston heads to Bryan for the Thanksgiving clash at A and M University. Residents include Mrs S W Buchanan Mrs John K Carr Lieut Mac Edgely and Lee Abrams with others bound for the Steer Aggie and Aggie Owl games.
John Andert and J. O Wilson called in, Emma Mae Robertson and Dorothy Davis returned from Houston, and many others from Houston, Dallas, Waco, Kurten, and Winter Springs visited Bryan or conducted business including Mrs. L. H. Tucker, Sol Gerson, and R. R. Reppert. Sheriff Morehead and Gen. Stoddard are noted figures in town affairs.
Mrs G E Madeley of College hosts her sister Miss Myrtle McCullough of Corsicana for Thanksgiving. Miss McCullough teaches at the Corsicana Odd Fellows school. John Maiuates of the New York Cafe returns from a business trip to San Antonio. Mrs John E Astin and Miss Juliette Castles visit in Houston. W O Sanders moves from Bryan Hospital to home on East 29th Street after recovery. Mrs H H Prager had emergency operation at Bryan Hospital and rests easy. Mrs W A Wood of Waco visits College then returns home. Mrs W W Wilkerson and Mrs Charles Chaney of Iola return home after visiting Mrs Hugo Lenz. Mr and Mrs R E Johnson of Houston visit grandmother Mrs W J Waller and family.
Field and Gus Robinson formed an auto party from Cross. Local residents from Harvey, Navasota, Rock Prairie, Meantime many guests visit Bryan for Thanksgiving week including families of Kern, Bettis, Hicks, Sailey, Brown, Prager and others. Dr. and Mrs. Weaver return from Weatherford after preaching at First Baptist. J. Webb Howell serves on federal grand jury in Bryan.
The Music Study Club held a regular session at the Carnegie Library on November 8 with strong attendance. New members admitted include A. S. Ware L. Jones W. R. Person Milton Fountain Allen Carr O. A. Ashworth A. L. Darnell Roy Stone Henry Locke C. S. Baker Violet Short Marjorie Short Barney Harris and Helen Held.
Miss Laura Belle Roten presented a vaccination demonstration on the John Mathis farm in Reliance treating 75 chickens to prevent chicken pox.
John T. Conn state supervisor of rural schools is in Brazos county for the week with County Superintendent D J. McDonald inspecting rural schools. Conn is a brother of Mrs W F Gibbs and staying at the Gibbs home during the visit.
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