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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1923
Page
1
Thieves robbed a hotel room in Tulsa and fled with diamonds valued between 50 000 and 60 000 dollars. The room was occupied by Charles Mednikow of a Memphis wholesale diamond firm who discovered the theft on returning from a theater.
President Calvin Coolidge directed the Interstate Commerce Commission to investigate allegations of increased freight rates on North Dakota coal. Governor Nestos and other state citizens prompted the inquiry, amid claims of a conspiracy to cripple the state's coal industry.
The body of 41 year old R A Crossman a Santa Fe Railroad special agent missing since Monday was found yesterday at Christmas Bay on the mainland. His car and clothing were located by a dog at San Luis Pass on Tuesday.
Texas defeated Texas A and M 6 to 0 at Kyle Field in College Station. Oscar Eckhardt delivered the lone scoring play with a 50 yard punt return that set up Clem Pinson’s fumble on the goal line. The Longhorns defense shut down the Aggies who fought bravely but could not convert yardage into points.
W S Houston deputy game warden over six counties including Brazos visited Thursday to discuss enforcing game laws. He met with Sheriff Morehead and local leaders to appoint a dedicated deputy and noted the commission has funds this biennium to support enforcement and public education on hunting ethics. Houston urged cooperation and offered to receive confidential or open reports on violations.
The St Clair Altar Society of St Joseph's church held a two day bazaar in the Parker Astin warehouse on Bryan street and cleared something over $200. The proceeds will fund a new addition to St Joseph's parochial school.
Mar Mansfield picture star died on Thanksgiving Day after a fire during filming at Breckenridge Park in San Antonio. The incident halted production and prompted an investigation into the blaze.
San Antonio reports motion picture star Martha Manefield died at noon from burns sustained while filming a picture at Breckenridge Park on Thanksgiving Day. The incident followed a flimsy dress catching fire. The article also lists various visitors and guests in the area over the Thanksgiving weekend.
Grimes County commissioners order December 22 elections in Singleton Bedias and Iola road districts. Iola seeks 200000 in bonds for roads, Bedias 175000, Bedias and Iola petitions initially overlapped and were revised.
Texas A and M College officials attend a Chicago banquet on November 14 during the Land Grant College Association meeting. President Bizzell Dean Bolton and A. K. Short spoke on college progress and ex students planning, with $815 pledged to the Ex Students fund and a Chicago club delegate slated for June. Nineteen ex students attended.
The Extension Service of the College led a first annual soil improvement drive in twelve eastern Texas counties with the Southern Winter Association of Atlanta and Shreveport. The campaign promotes nitrogen via leguminous plants and fertilizers, terracing, and drainage, with on site farmer demonstrations. Two groups, led by J E Stanford and J C Pridmore, covered Lamar to Franklin counties, while A W Buchanan plans the next southeastern run with G W Orms and D D Long to reach Shelby to Grimes counties.
The Rotarians lauded Coach D X Bible and the Aggies at a Green Parrot Tea Room luncheon with an A M color display. Lige Thompson fortune tale and Bible remarks sparked enthusiastic praise for the college team.
Fred Hickman, 38, was killed crossing a boulevard in Houston as his Dodge struck by Mrs. C. O. Fuller, a wealthy widow. Moments later Fuller crashed into a street car at Eastwood Gate and died. Police reported heavy Thanksgiving traffic and bystander shock at the scene.
Mrs. Ike Mize of Iola Grimes county died November 28 at 6 p m after a several week illness at Bryan Hospital. Funeral services were held Thursday at 3 p m from her residence. Survived by parents Dan and Mrs Sullock four children and her husband who was at her side. Interment in Iola. E F Parks and Co undertakers prepared the body for shipment.
D C Vick received notice that his mother Mrs L M Polk aged about 90 died in Albuquerque New Mexico. Mrs Polk formerly lived in Bryan on College road before moving to Albuquerque about 15 years ago and funeral arrangements will be made in Bryan though exact time is not yet known.
Mrs. Lucile Beasley and her San Antonio children visit Miss Mary Jessie Stone and Miss Grace Bowman. Mrs. Beasley once lived in Bryan as friends extend cordial greetings. Reports say Mrs. H. H. Prager is convalescing in Bryan Hospital, a welcome update to her many friends.
Postmaster Marvin F. Carroll explains parcel post merchandise may be sealed with tape and still pay the fourth class rate if a proper sticker declaring merchandise is used. The sticker allows postal inspection and aims to protect items during Christmas mail. Letters may accompany the parcel as long as postage matches weight and class.
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Townes of Houston and Mrs. Allen Hatch and their young son from Mexia arrived today and are guests of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Moore.
A. B. Welch of Minter Springs is in town today visiting local residents and checking on community affairs.
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