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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1924
Page
6
The Bryan Weekly Eagle indicates it was entered at the Bryan Texas post office on April 22 1912 as second class matter under the act of Congress. LEE J ROUNTREE is listed as managing editor.
An urging essay argues for a single Civic Leader in Bryan to push forward worthwhile city projects. It laments lack of a dedicated figure, suggesting chambers of commerce fill gaps but calling for a formal office to drive progress and deter stagnation. The piece envisions Bryan as a beacon for similar cities nationwide.
The Bryan celebration of Armistice Day exceeded all prior efforts in the city. The executive committee organized a orderly program of entertainment and devotional observance. Visitors praised the event, noting no accidents and punctual execution. The Knights of Pythias lodge and officers received high commendation for inspiration, management, and planning that led to a highly successful festival.
Proebe K. Warner urges Bryan residents to invest time effort and money in local schools churches roads and services. He argues most citizens support progress but a few slackers threaten community welfare and warns that everyone should contribute to common good.
The piece argues that Texas will keep prospering regardless of which gubernatorial candidate received support, stressing enduring economic momentum and resilient state development.
The notice urges readers to begin Christmas shopping early to avoid regret. It emphasizes planning ahead and choosing gifts for friends now to ensure a smoother holiday season.
The Bryan Eagle urges the public to notice the 15,000 yearly auto accident deaths and injuries. It argues drivers often ignore safety, proposes depriving speed maniacs of driving rights temporarily or confining them in jail to deter reckless behavior. The Mexia News notes the call for action and public accountability.
An editor and a merchant argued about road sign advertising. After a drawn out exchange they parted. The merchant later rushed to the newspaper, angry his father in law’s obituary was not in print. The editor admitted he posted the obituary on the merchant’s signboard, remarking it needed no comment.
A student page at A. and M. College ponders personal integrity and the difficulty of staying true to one’s life ideals. The piece contrasts inner aspirations with daily actions while joking about guidance from experts on practical matters like farming and pest control.
A quoted line warns that acts for personal gain perish with us while deeds for others endure beyond life, attributed to a preacher who frames charity as the lasting measure of character. The saying invites reflection on generosity, legacy, and moral duty beyond self.
A fragmentary editorial voice cites Dr. Eliott of Warvara College criticizing Senator Lodge as without generous emotion. The piece shifts to a Bryant quote urging duty and destiny, urging readers to complete Christmas shopping in Bryan, highlighting civic spirit and individual character.
A compact quotation attributes freedom to truth, as poet Cowper states that truth liberates a freely acting man. The line reflects on integrity as personal emancipation and moral autonomy. No additional context provided.
The board of stewards met with full attendance to review last year’s work and organize for the new year. Officers were re elected: F E J Jenkins chairman, Wilson Bradley vice chairman, C E Jenkins secretary, J M Lawrence Jr treasurer. Budget planning paused until the new pastor arrives, expected early next month and possibly for next Sunday’s service.
A 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 roof was ablaze on discovery, the fire department arrived after the house was nearly burned down. Insurance coverage totaled 3,850 for the structure and 1,040 for the contents.
A large Bryan Lions Club meeting at the Episcopal Parish House discussed Western Public Service Companys proposition to buy the Bryan light and water plant and locate a central power station in Bryan. City officials and supporters argued against the sale while Willard Chambers represented the company advocating an audit of municipal books. Notable visitors included Paul Freeman of Navasota and W. Farmer of Bryan from Western Public Service and Bertron Adams and Parth of Houston Lighting and Power Company.
The White Rose Studio announces relocation to Sosolik Studio on Post Office Block and will take possession December 1. The firm states its business is independent of Mr Sosolik's books and disclaims obligations. thanks patrons for past support and promises prompt, courteous service for photographic needs.
Steep Hollow is joyful over steady rainfall. Miss Dee Worsham of Bryan visited her mother Mrs. W H Worsham. Miss Jessie Deason of Bryan spent the weekend with Miss Bessie Fuller. Vernon Martin of College visited his parents T B Martin. Henry Mize of Bryan was a Sunday visitor. Mr and Mrs R L Foster and family visited Mrs Foster's father Allen Hopkins and family of Iola.
Rev. H. C. Willis, former pastor of the First Methodist Church in Bryan for four years, leaves today with his family for Marlin. They will transport household goods by truck and drive in their car, noting splendid road conditions after a light rain. Friends in Bryan regret their departure but celebrate the promotion to a fine city, pastorate, and congregation awaiting them in Marlin.
Brazos county is split into north and south sections for the State Interscholastic League basketball race. North includes Tabor Edge Kurten and King's Highway, south lists Milican Smetana Harvey and A and 4d Consolidated. County meet begins December 5 with pairings and home games.
The Texas Bakery sent a free cake to Eagle Force as thanks for community contributions. Workers enjoyed the cake and later ice cream after finishing the paper for distribution. The gesture was described as a pre Thanksgiving feast by the staff and editorial team.
County Agent C L Benson reports A L Ward of Swine Breeders' Association will award a medal to Carl Wipprecht for a seven pig litter near a ton at six months. A tenant farmer moves into Tahor area with 200 bushels home grown corn and 20 loads of feed. Meats and fats outlook 1925 cited. Dallas Power and Light offers a $15,000 home or ten university scholarships for a Better Lighting essay.
About 15 to 17 Boy Scouts of Troop No. 13 from Bryan led by W. S. Barron scoutmaster departed yesterday afternoon in several cars to spend Thanksgiving at Wixon Lake on a hunting and fishing excursion with enough grub and dogs to catch small game for meat.
Physicians and druggists tout Calotabs as a safe nausea free calomel tablet that rapidly breaks up colds and flu symptoms. One or two tablets at bedtime with water reportedly banish the cold by morning with no eating disruption. Available in sealed packages at ten cents for the single dose and thirty five cents for the family pack with a money back guarantee.
Special to Bryan Daily Kagle Tabor November 26 Tabor girls beat Smetana 19 to 15 in a tightly contested home match on the Tabor court. A large crowd attended the afternoon game. the boys game was canceled by Smetana.
In a rural advisory from College Station dated November 26, M R Bentley extension farm engineer urges farmers to terrace now to save topsoil from winter rains. He notes dry fall is best, summer terraces risk damage, and signs like gullies, declining yields, exposed rocks, and humus loss indicate need. County agents should be consulted.
Ben chel ey community notes a late but needed rainfall aiding winter greens. Visitors include W S Jorden and family from Dallas, former residents. postmaster Gus Bade and S R Rice on business to Franklin. Green Brown of Hearne. Herbert Henry and Curtis Elliott of Tabor. Duck hunting noted as daily order.
Mr and Mrs I M Cook of Steep Hollow were among visitors in Bryan for the first Trades Day on Wednesday.
Ad claims liver torpor signs include bad breath head spins appetite and constipation. Promotes Herbine as remedy with price 60c from M H James Drug Co. Also an 125 acre farm for sale or trade 5 miles east of Caldwell Texas in Burleson county with 3 room house fenced pasture good water and school nearby. Owner C F AAS Yorktown Texas seeks contact.
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