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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1924
Page
2
A call for a lone civic leader in Bryan to drive progress, arguing that leadership is essential though a single figure must avoid domination. The piece praises chambers of commerce yet insists a dedicated official, titled Geneva Leader, could push worthwhile city initiatives and set a national example.
In Bryan the K P Lodge and its officers earned praise for an Armistice Day celebration of remarkable scale. The executive committee organized a devout observance and varied entertainment with all events running smoothly. Visitors lauded the day and期待 another such festivity, crediting the K P for leadership and planning.
A Proebe K. Warner inspired plea argues that every resident, including women, must contribute time and effort to schools, churches, roads, and local services. It notes most Bryan citizens support communal welfare despite those who shirk, urging collective action to improve the town for all citizens.
A brisk editorial tone urges readers to begin Christmas shopping early in Texas as the season arrives. It emphasizes practicality and avoiding regrets by securing gifts for friends now, reflecting local concerns about timely preparation.
The Houston Post-Dispatch notes the vast industrial edition and pressures for action on automobile fatalities. It echoes Bryan Eagle urging public notice of 15,000 annual deaths and injuries, proposing license revocation or confinement for reckless drivers to slow them down. Local papers Mexia News and others echo the call for reform.
An editor and a merchant argued road sign ads beat newspapers for readership. After hours of back and forth they parted. The next week the merchant rushed to the paper office furious his father in law’s obituary was not in print, only to learn the editor had nailed it to the merchant’s signboard.
The piece reflects on staying true to personal ideals and the lifelong pursuit of aspiration. It quotes Muller on inner nature before posing a rural community question about handling a sudden breath of hardship that upends plans to combat pests and starvation impacts.
The piece urges readers to complete their Christmas shopping in Bryan and presents a local call to action. It quotes remarks on integrity and public service attributed to figures like Senator Lodge and Warvara College President Dr. Eliott, reflecting on education and civic virtue.
A compact aphorism assembles two quotes on fate and freedom, noting that destiny cannot be avoided by any person and a freeman is defined by truth rather than fear or cowardice. The lines juxtapose moral resolve with personal liberty in a reflective mood.
The board of stewards met Monday night at the church with full attendance to review last year and plan for the new year. Officers re-elected: FE. J. Jenkins chair, Wilson Bradley vice chair, C. FE. Jenkins secretary, J. M. Lawrence Jr. treasurer. Budget formation postponed until the new pastor arrives, possibly next month, possibly in time for next Sunday service.
A six room house owned and occupied by Mrs J M Cross on Ursuline Avenue was totally destroyed by fire about 11 o'clock Tuesday night. The origin is unknown. the fire department found the roof already ablaze. Insurance carried totals 3850 on the dwelling and 1040 on the contents.
A large Bryan Lions Club noon meeting at the Episcopal Parish House covered the Western Public Service Company proposal to buy Bryan’s light and water plant and place a central power station in the city. City officials argued against the sale while Willard Chambers of the Western group urged audits and highlighted perceived benefits. Visitors included Paul Freeman of Navasota and W. Farmer of Bryan representing the Western Public Service Company and Bertron Adams and Parish of the Houston Lighting and Power Company.
The White Rose Studio announces a change of location to the Sosolik Studio on Post Office Block and will take possession on December 1. The notice states the business is independent of Mr Sosolik's books and disclaims any obligations. It thanks past patrons and promises prompt courteous service for photographic needs.
Steep Hollow reports blessed rain and a social weekend as locals note friendly visits. Miss Dee Worsham of Bryan stayed with her mother Mrs. W H Worsham, while Miss Jessie Deason and Miss Bessie Fuller hosted over the weekend. Vernon Martin of College spent Sunday with his parents, and Henry Mize of Bryan visited the community. Mr and Mrs R L Foster and family joined relatives of Allen Hopkins in Iola for Sunday.
Rev. H. C. Willis, pastor of the First Methodist Church in Bryan for four years, departs today for Marlin with his family. They will transport goods by truck and car noting good roads after a light rain. Friends regret his departure but praise the new pastorate and congregation awaiting him in Marlin.
Brazos county is split into north and south sections for elimination in the State Interscholastic League basketball race. North teams include Tabor Edge Kurten and King’s Highway, south teams Millican Smetana Harvey and Consolidated. The county meet starts December 5 with pairings on each court. Each team plays once in their district before the two north and two south winners meet in a best two of three for the county championship.
The Texas Bakery gifted a large embossed cake to Eagle Force and editorial staff as a pre Thanksgiving feast. Workers also shared ice cream after the Thursday paper was ready for distribution. The gesture supported community and morale during the busy season.
County agents report Swine Breeders' Association awarding a medal to Carl Wipprecht for a near ton litter at six months. A tenant farmer moving into Tabor aims to prove capability with ample teams, corn, and feed. Dallas Power and Light offers a $15,000 home or university scholarships for an essay on better home lighting. Regular notes celebrate purebred stock, record hogs, poultry feats, and 1925 meat fears, plus prize trips for 4-H club members like Britton Henderson’s Chicago voyage with Santa Fe Railway funds.
About 15 to 17 Boy Scouts from Troop No. 13 of Bryan led by scoutmaster W. S. Barron left in several cars for Thanksgiving holidays at Wixon Lake. They carried only enough food and brought dogs to catch possums and coons for meat, expecting an unusually good time.
Physicians and druggists tout Calotabs for fast relief from colds, flu, or sore throat. One to two tablets at bedtime with water, no salts or nausea, aims to end symptoms by morning. Sold only in original sealed packages, ten cents small, thirty five cents large, money back if not satisfied.
In Tabor on Friday afternoon the Tabor girls defeated Smetana 19 to 15 in a hard fought game on the home court. A large crowd watched as the girls secured the win while the boys game was canceled.
College Station Nov 26 Farmers should terrace now to conserve fertile soil before winter rains wash it away says M R Bentley extension farm engineer at A and M College. Signs include forming gullies declining yields on slopes and exposure of rock and clay. County agents should be consulted to decide if terracing is needed and affordable at 1 50 per acre.
Benchley Nov 26 The community received rainfall last Thursday aiding winter greens after a long drought. W S Jorden and family of Dallas former Benchley residents visited friends here. Postmaster Gus Bade and S R Rice crossed to Franklin on business. Green Brown of Hearne and Huch Rice of Tabor with family noted, along with Duk hunting being popular.
Mr and Mrs I M Cook of Steep Hollow were among visitors in Bryan for the first Trades Day on Wednesday.
An old advertisement claims a tonic called Herbine cures liver stomach and bowel disorders. It describes effects like liver stimulation stronger digestion bowel cleansing and improved general well being and lists price 60 cents from M H James Drug Co with both stores.
For sale or trade or rent for 1925 a small 125 acre farm five miles east of Caldwell in Burleson County Texas. One half cultivated, remainder pasture, three room house, wood water well, fully fenced and cross fenced, near school and highway. Address owner C F Saas Yorktown Texas.
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