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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1913
Page
1
Republicans object to the conference report on the Underwood Simmons tariff bill. Six members refuse to sign the report, which Democrats approve. Cotton futures tax is slated to be dropped from the bill, with adoption anticipated in both houses by Thursday. The administration concedes no constitutional means to open talks with insurgent Mexican parties amid inquiries about John Lind.
Confirmation arrives from Piedras Negras that Constitutionalists led by Gen Gonzales were defeated by Gen Maas at Barrotarean. Retreating rebels destroyed extensive property during the retreat.
Rheims France September 29 Associated Press France retained the international aeroplane cup emblematic of the world's championship today defeating Belgium Maurice Prevost a Frenchman flew one hundred and twenty five miles per hour in the event
Democratic Leader Underwood opened House debate on the conference report for the tariff bill. He cited a twenty six percent average tariff rate, comparing it with the Walker and Wilson era rates, and projected 1915 revenue of 1 026 000 000 with a surplus of 18 000 009. President Wilson will stay in Washington during currency legislation.
Mr and Mrs E E Minkert and their children left Bryan on Sunday to establish a home in Corpus Christi. Local friends regret their departure but extend best wishes for their future residence.
Call to Steep Hollow local members to meet on Saturday October 18 1913 at 10 am to elect delegates for an important county union meeting. Invites all interested in agriculture and Brazos County progress to attend. I M Cook president.
An ad touts a cold remedy with brominated quinine claiming to stop cough and headache in one day. It promises GROVE'S signature on each box and a money refund if it fails to cure, asserting fast relief.
State of Texas v Tom J Wilson for dueling ended with a twelve man jury verdict of not guilty after a two year court saga in Brazos County Macy. The Fred Law felony case also reached a not guilty verdict as Judge Scott recessed court until Monday.
Reverend J J Pipkin reports a new shipment of three cows to Buckner's Orphan Home of Dallas offering aid from Bryan donors A A Harris Columbus Jones and Mrs Pipkin. Bryan residents have previously contributed cattle to the institution and support their food program.
J H Clark longtime Wells Fargo local agent in Galveston is promoted to take full charge of the Galveston offices and supervise Galveston express staff and trains. He has helped the Bryan office double business during his tenure. F E Hood from Houston superintendent’s office will assume the Bryan office on October 1.
Mr I D Slagle and his family leave Bryan for Taft California where they will reside in the future. He came to Bryan from Hearne and formerly served as agent for the International and Great Northern Railroad here. He resigned months ago and they spent the summer in California. Friends in Bryan extend best wishes.
Fifty thousand Mohammedan Albanians equipped with modern arms march on Kitchevo and other towns. Servians fail to resist, mobilization delays noted. reports of atrocities against Christians reach Monastire.
The Brazos County Teachers Institute passed a series of resolutions praising local administrators, endorsing state education plans, supporting athletic and debating contests, and thanking The Bryan Eagle and State Superintendent W F Doughty. Committees Brandon Trussell M Blair Autry Jerome Kopecky expressed gratitude and pledged cooperation to improve Brazos County schools.
Promote early use to prevent infection with Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil a surgical dressing that relieves pain and heals. Available in 25c 50c and 1.00 sizes.
Two cavalry squadrons a machine gun platoon and a field artillery battery were sent to Eagle Pass on three trains amid rumors Constitutionalists may dynamite Piedras Negras if defeated. Some say troops could seize control if the Constitutionalists retreat across the border.
Albany September 27 State Comptroller Lohmer received a two million five thousand dollar check as payment of inheritance tax on J P Morgan's estate. The payment indicates a sixty five million dollar valuation but covers only part of the estate as agreed by the State and Morgan representatives.
Judge J. C. Scott presiding as district court enters its fifth week with jury panel set for Wednesday. Names listed include C. N. Shealey, A. W. Wilkerson, I. B. Todd, W. B. Eidson, H. F. Prinzel, D. S. Lloyd, W. H. Moehlman, N. L. Outlaw, J. R. Holland, W. J. Fuller, J. T. Newcomb, Guy P. Bittle, D. E. Thompson, A. Y. Patterson, H. O. Boatwright, Joe Gelber, Thurman Smith, J. H. Webb, Eugene Edge, B. L. Foster, J. H. Gandy, W. S. Collard, J. H. Conway.
Editor argues for citizen organized good roads clubs at Brazo s County post offices to unify demand for county road development. He notes road bonds cannot be sold at par and proposes a county vote to raise the road tax from 15 to 30 cents, requiring public petition to the Commissioners Court.
Hilary Worthington and Leila Clay obtained marriage licenses. J W Whitley and Eva Maxwell are also listed for licenses.
Lieutenant Governor Mayes announces his candidacy on a local option statewide prohibition platform. He pledges a thorough business administration, support for schools and penal reform, and a modest campaign funded without contributions. Mayes positions himself as a local optionist and statewide prohibitionist while seeking broad Texan backing.
Dr. Charles Eugene Michel the physician who attended Gen Albert Sydney Johnston at Shiloh died in St Louis Missouri on September 29.
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