Local items touch politics roads and school affairs in Brazos county
A column in the Bryan Weekly Eagle notes charges against Chicago school chief William McAndrew for sympathy with Britain, criticizes Chicago's mayor, and cites Governor Al Smith opposing four year terms. It cites Dan Moody on highways, praises Brazos County roads and a statewide singing convention, and mentions the Rebecca Bradley Rogers trial verdict, UT gas funding, St Louis tragedy, and a future A and M pageant.
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William McAndrew
Chicago
Thompson
McAndrew
Great Britain’s
King George
al Smith
New York
Gas Interest Surges in Texas Recalling Bananas Boom
Texas markets show rising interest in natural gas likened by observers to the earlier spike in bananas. Analysts compare supply dynamics, availability, and pricing concerns as stakeholders watch fuel developments across the state.
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Texas
St Louis Tornado Tragedy Cited as City’s Worst Since 1896
The article notes St Louis faces its most fatal disaster since 1896 and reflects on the shared sympathy of people nationwide. It also mentions a lull in trans Atlantic and trans Pacific flight tragedies anticipated until spring.
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St. Louis
The Rich Man and the Poor Man Speak in One Voice
In Mineral Wells, the author argues that wealth buys comfort but not essential happiness. He notes meals, shelter, sleep, air, sun, and beauty are shared human gifts, and true happiness lies in wise use of gifts and accepting poverty without disgrace.
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Mineral
Men’s Wesley Bible Class Elect Officers
The Men’s Wesley Bible Class of the First Methodist Church elected new officers after a three month campaign led by W. F. Gibbs H. N. Cochran T. A. Adams and O. A. Ashworth. Officers include O. A. Ashworth president R. C. Franks J. B. Christian M. M. Erskine vice presidents Hiram T. Downard secretary treasurer T. A. Adams assistant secretary Oak McKenzie teacher and Mrs. Lee J. Rountree assistant teacher.
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Wesley
First Methodist Church
W. F. Gibbs
H. N. Cochran
T. A. Adams
O. A. Ashworth
Bryan
George W. Johnson
R. C. Franks
J. B. Christian
M. M. Erskine
Hiram T. Downard
Oak McKenzie
Lee J. Rountree
Highway drainage improves as county roads remain passable
Division Engineer John E. Blair says rain aided road conditions after drainage and grading improvements. Pitts Bridge flood protection nearly finished while the river sits at a 12 foot rise and should fall by afternoon. Brazos county roads have been passable daily despite heavy rains.
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John E. Blair
Pitts Bridge
Brazos County
Rainfall Totals At A and M College Week
The Experiment Station at A and M College reports weekly weather under Dr. F L Thomas. Maximum and minimum temperatures are listed daily with a total weekly rainfall of 3.88 inches including .05 on Tuesday the 27th, 1.85 on Wednesday the 30th, 1.93 on Saturday the 1st, and .05 on Sunday the 2nd.
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A. and M. College
F. L. Thomas
Bryant Witnessed St Louis Tornado Turmoil
E R Bryant manager of J C Penney in Bryan returned from St Louis where he bought spring goods for his store. He stayed at the Statler Hotel as a tornado struck the city with gusts around 90 miles an hour. He did not see the disaster scene and had no time for ball game or show due to his busy schedule.
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EK. R. Bryant
J. C. Penney Co
Bryan
St. Louis
Mr. Bryant
Statler Hotel
Warn Farmers to Keep Eyes On Weighers
The department of agriculture warns farmers to watch for incorrect weighings as the beam may be hurriedly arrested by the weigher to hide shy weights up to ten pounds on drafts of farm produce.
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Associated Press
Washington
Department of Agriculture
For Sale 100 Acres North of Edge Texas
Advertisement offers 100 acres fully cultivated for sale two miles north of Edge in Normangee Texas. Price is 30 dollars per acre with half cash and the balance at purchaser’s option, at seven percent interest. Robert Z. Wilson listed.
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Edge
Robt
Z. Wilson
Normangee
Texas
Cotton Bales Handled in Bryan Exceed Twenty Five Thousand
Cotton weighed in Bryan warehouses over the past week ending Saturday night. Farmer's Union 6234 Parker's 4151 Eden's 445 total 11830. The Bryan Press Company has compressed 13000 bales with thousands more on hand, totaling more than 25000 bales handled in Bryan.
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Bryan
Farmer’s Union
Parker
District Court Opens Here Today in Bryan
District court convened in Bryan drawing citizens from across the county. The first case to come up involves a local matter as proceedings begin this week.
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Bryan
Calf Theft Case Opens With Two-Week Court Session
The defendant Jim Godine is charged with stealing a calf. District court will be in session for two weeks.
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Jim Godine
Poultry Clinic Draws Kurten Crowd From Texas Visit
Dr. E A McCain of Omaha spoke at Kurten on poultry diseases and market opportunities. He noted Texas climate and proximity favor poultry production and urged higher egg consumption due to fresher, better marketed eggs.
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Spr. E. A. McCain
Geo. H. Lee Company
Omaha
Nebraska
McCain
Texas
Poultry Health Lecture Highlights Disease and Sanitation
Dr. McCain lectured on poultry diseases reflecting his veterinary experience. He stressed sanitation as essential for raising healthy birds and noted common parasites such as pin worms round worms and tapeworms found in a fowl examined postmortem. A pre-lecture program directed by Mrs Maggie Kelly showcased local student involvement.
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Maggie Kelly
Blue Star Soap Promises Quick Relief for Itching
An ad touts Blue Star Soap for itching relief and skin healing. It claims to treat eczema cracked hands poison oak worms sores sunburns and cracked feet with a 25c jar from Star Products Co in Texas.
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Star Products Co
Eron
Texas
Roman & Vick
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Mercantile Bank
Dallas
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Menpaeia Seemente
Brases County
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Hillsboro
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Waller
Robertson
McLennan
Rebecca Bradley Rogers
University of Texas
Ex-Students’ Association of the School
United States
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Men’s Wesley Bible Class
College
E. R. Bryant
The
Daily Eagle
Cardui
Selma Meissner
Harrison Ave
Beaumont
Cardus
First Nations Bank
Houston
First National Bank
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Priceg Ate
Patriot
Victor and Brunswick Talking Machines and Records
Atwater Kent and
R. C. A. Radios
Royal, Corona and
Remington Portable Typewriters
Haswell’s Book Store
Wagle
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Parker-Astin Hardware Company of
Parker- Astin
Hardware Company
Howell Grocery
First State Bank and Trust Co
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