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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1916
Page
7
Laredo Texas reports that enforcement of narcotic laws has heightened border smuggling. Inspectors routinely seize morphine cocaine and other drugs hidden in shoes linings hats and garments. Smugglers appear respectable and use clever concealment but airport routes remain the only escape.
Postmaster John E. Astin conducted a civil service examination in the federal building for city mail service. Fourteen men applied and took the test as discussions on establishing the service indicate the government will have sufficient carriers with efficiency as the key criterion.
Rear Admiral Charles E. Veerland of the U S Navy retired was buried at Arlington with full military honors after dying Wednesday in Atlantic City. The services were held Sept 30.
Gentle but sure claim that biliousness headache sour stomach gas and indigestion result from undigested food and that keeping bowels open prevents distress. The ad states Foley Cathartic Tablets are non griping and available for sale by M. H. James.
Farmer Corntossel says Josh is the only one who can run their new automobile while defending only trivial farm duties. The exchange frames Josh as uniquely capable in managing the car on the farm.
Judge William D. Williams of the Texas railroad commission died early Sunday. After brief services led by Dr. Kerns, his body was shipped to Fullerson, California, for burial beside his wife’s mother. Williams, 59, came to Texas 41 years ago and resided in Austin. Born in Kentucky, he was the son of Jesse C. and Mary Williams. He studied in Mount Vernon and held a science degree from a Campbellite college in Illinois.
The annual display of the Girls' Canning Club and Boys' Corn Club runs in Bryan and Brazos County Commercial Association rooms. Girls under Miss Mary Locke show home canned and bottled goods, saving costs with products like catsup made from home tomatoes. Nine Boys' Corn Club contestants display fine corn, with first prize a free trip to the Texas State Fair in Dallas. Hundreds visit. judging is underway with prize winners to be announced later.
A historic note describes Fo ley Honey and Tar as a remedy to ease bronchial coughs. It claims the preparation stops tickling in the throat, soothes irritation, and opens congested air passages. Marketed for sale by M.
A reflective citation from Ovid urging patience in facing deserved penalties. The line speaks to restraint and acceptance of fate rather than protest or complaint.
Conway's world famous band praised as a leading international attraction will perform free concerts every afternoon and night in the Cotton Palace coliseum in Waco Texas. The group, renowned from Panama Pacific Exposition Toronto and New York fairs, previously entertained millions at Atlantic City and Willow Grove.
In Waco the Queen's ball at the Cotton Palace gathers Texas' most beautiful women and their escorts for a spectacular social event. The coliseum will be lavishly decorated by a premier interior decorator, with queen and court kept secret until the night. The annual society ball, a top statewide affair, is set for Tuesday November 14 with preparations already underway and expected to surpass previous years.
The November 17 event features a major program led by ten prominent Waco women’s organizations. The ladies will stage a monster entertainment in the coliseum with additional special acts and attractions throughout the day.
Waco Texas Conway's band ranked among America's top three will give free matinee and evening concerts in the Coliseum daily. The Cotton Palace exposition hosts this high class musical treat at no charge, with four additional vocalists joining the regular orchestra.
A large addition to the agricultural building in Waco Texas will showcase farm products from new exhibitors. The expanded exhibit is expected to draw visitors from across Texas to view the displays opening at the Cotton Palace.
United States Senator James P Clarke president pro tem of the Senate died at his Little Rock home Sunday afternoon after suffering a stroke on Friday His illness began when he returned from his law office Wednesday and worsened Thursday and Friday before the fatal stroke.
Miss Mariana Foots will soon ride a brand new automobile she won in a nation wide contest to secure subscriptions to the Woman's World. She thanks her many friends in the city and surrounding country for their support during the campaign.
Mrs. J. M. Gaskill of Etna Green Indiana reports long standing back ache and sharp pains eased by Foley Kidney Pills. She praises the remedy and notes it can be taken safely. Sold by M. H. James.
A man who exposed his own name and address in a keg of export powder and who recently received a response from a munition worker in England has shown that Cupid’s infernal devices fail to inflame passions.
A succinct reflection on how events occur by luck and surpass our boldest hopes, suggesting fate or fortune favors bold expectations.
The Census Bureau reports 4,062,991 bales ginned before Sept 25, 1916, in round and half-bale units. Comparisons show higher totals than prior years with round bases at 83,327 and sea island bases at 31,260, across states as of the same date.
Mr. C. E. Graham of this city has been appointed assistant entomologist in the state department of agriculture. He reported for duty at Temple Texas to assist with the state agricultural display for the Bell county fair at Midway between Temple and Belton.
Report from the H T C line to Bryan says the Union Hotel in Giddings burned last night at 12:30 destroying the building and contents worth about 10000 with no insurance. The city fire engine was lost in the blaze after an inexperienced man moved it close to the scene. No injuries reported.
State Comptroller Terrell launches a strong campaign against road houses and saloons on city outskirts in Texas. He reports success in banishing most social clubs that had infested numerous larger cities and towns.
A newspaper teaser advertises a cut out slip to mail to Foley & Co. of Chicago for a trial package including Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets. The offer targets stout persons and lists M. H. James as the local seller.
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