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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1924
Page
1
Houston dispatch reports the slaughter of more than 5000 cattle in addition to Harris county cattle. The animals grazing within a 20 mile radius of the original infection are to be destroyed today though not yet showing symptoms. Texas Livestock Commission seeks changes to embargoes by fourteen states.
Dallas Texas editor Colsterett died from heart trouble. Funeral services are planned today with local papers noting his long career and contribution to journalism. He was a prominent figure in the Texas press.
Col William Green Sterett a near forty year Dallas News editorial and staff member died of a heart attack at his home in Dallas. He came to Texas in 1872 from Kentucky and worked as a lawyer before joining newspapers. Funeral held at his home with burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
Governor Pat M. Neff expressed regret on Col Sterett's death. Ex-Governor Joseph D. Sayers praised Sterett as a careful, truthful correspondent who never published doubtful statements. The Texas delegation mourns a respected figure whose loss is described as untimely.
The list shows jurors summoned for venire service at 9 o clock next Monday for the fifth week of the district court. Names include Roy Nunn Floyd Smith J H Seeley C C Morgan Joe Merka G B Hensarling H H Beard W M Jones Forrest Jones and D P Dansby among others.
Bryan police began a short term educational crackdown on traffic violations under the April ordinance. First offenses earn a warning tag, second offenses bring court appearance and fines. City Manager J. Bryan Miller urged citizen cooperation to improve local road safety.
Rev. J. J. Pipkin serves as missionary pastor and fills regular services at Kurten Baptist Church. The small congregation totals 45 members with full attendance in Sunday school and B Y P U. The church adopted a budget system and supports Buckner Orphans Home monthly.
Texas retailers announce a three cent gasoline price drop bringing the local rate to fifteen cents per gallon. The reductions mirror cuts by Humble and Texas companies as well as Gulf Petroleum.
Greenville Miss Oct 8 The naval dirigible Shenandoah en route to the Pacific coast passed over Greenville at 11 45 o clock this morning.
Dr. E P Humbert led a Rotary meeting educational program at the Green Parrot Tea Room during the noon session. The program featured material from Rotary International, songs led by S Moylan Bird, a Rotary sermon by Mrs. J Webb Howell, and a list of many visiting Rotarians and guests including H H Williamson and Miss Ruth Knox.
Austin Oct 8 The University of Texas football team suffered a serious injury blow as Line Captain Dayvault dislocated his arm during a scrimmage. Dayvault is regarded as one of the best guards in the Southwestern Conference.
The Ferguson injunction case was certified today to the State Supreme Court for a decision by the Third Court of Civil Appeals, without argument. A move will be made to expedite the decision on whether women are legally eligible to hold office in Texas.
A government crop report allegedly pushed the cotton market lower, impacting prices and trading sentiment. Investors reacted to the data as fears of oversupply and weaker demand influenced futures and spot levels.
The Department of Agriculture projects a total cotton production of 12,499,000 bales for the season, down 97,000 bales from September 16 to October 1. Texas is expected to yield 4,255,000 bales while the crop’s condition stands at 57 percent of normal. New Orleans reports a drop in price following the forecast and notes 200,000 bales exported.
People in the Main Street section saw a balloon 100 feet above the Central Tex as Auto Company. The seven foot diameter balloon holds 180 cubic feet of hydrogen and bears the Goodyear Balloon Tires inscription. It will fly all week while a Goodyear tire sale is held.
Clyde M. McMahan infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur McMahan died Tuesday evening at 6 30 in a local hospital. The body was sent to North Zulch Texas for funeral services at Rock Prairie cemetery. Survived by parents one sister and six brothers.
In district court a hung jury in the Dave and Avery Greer liquor manufacture case prompted a new trial in February under Judge W C Davis after about 24 hours of deliberation. The I G Turner murder case involving Harry Lysinger killing a convict on College Road August 11 was postponed to February on defense motion. No other matters were heard today.
President Calvin Coolidge met with delegates of the third National Radio Conference at the White House on October 8. He urged government control of the air to be maintained with maximum freedom and thanked the delegates for cooperating on radio development and regulation.
An initial installment of the precinct quota from Colo nel Ike Ashburn was received by County Chairman Mrs. Lee L. Roun tree for the National Democratic campaign. The $19.25 donation plus a gift from T. A. Satterwhite of Bryan pushed today's total over $20 as Brazos County citizens contribute ahead of the two day deadline.
New York defeated the Washington Senators 6 to 2 to take the series lead. It marked Walter Johnsons second defeat after opening game loss. New York needs three wins to clinch the championship while the Senators must win the next two in a row to claim the title.
Major W. C. Poole longtime Justice of the Peace in Millican Brazos County, dies at his home in Millican in his 94th year. Funeral set for Thursday 10 AM at Millican Methodist Church with relatives from Bryan attending. Survived by one son Bob Poole and nephews B. T. Poole and Fletcher Poole.
The Philathea Free Baptist Sunday School class held its monthly meeting on Tuesday night at 7 30. It approved forming several committees and decided to stage a rummage sale on Saturday October 18 to raise funds for clothing and other needs.
Cotton futures closed 120 to 135 points lower with declines across the board. Local spot prices stood at 22 3 4 cents middling basis, reflecting softer demand and cash market weakness.
Senator Bob LaFollette arriving in Hoboken declares a Senate probe is needed to expose a slush fund alleged to bankroll Coolidge’s win in doubtful states. He names W. T. Mellon and Edward Stotesbury as organizers. Bascom Slemp counters that LaFollette’s charge is fabrication.
The Kurten community fair is finally scheduled for Friday October 17. Mrs Will Henderson in charge says the new school auditorium will be dedicated that day with Judge W C Davis of Bryan delivering the dedication address. The event runs 10 30 am to the evening program starting at 8 o clock in the new auditorium.
Rev. J. B. Gleissner was called to Hearne Tuesday to conduct the funeral services for Charles Salvagia who died on Monday morning.
Lee Sandridge a leading West Virginia coal operator and Democratic figure was shot en route to Meridian mines to reopen on a non union basis. Three companions were wounded as assailants fired from brush alongside the road. Sandridge is said to be in serious condition. Nearby residents Mr and Mrs Jacob Bullock and Mr and Mrs Henry Kurten were noted visitors in Bryan today.
County Tax Collector Roy Hudspeth is hospitalized in San Antonio after a hunting accident near Lake Medina. He and his brother in law H M Woodall were on a bird hunting trip when a loaded 12 gauge auto matic shotgun discharged repeatedly. One finger was blown off and other stray shot injuries occurred. He rests easily today and is not fatally injured.
Joe Howard and Herbert Tucker of Haswell Book Store received a jointly addressed postcard from Capt Miller formerly of Allen Military Academy. The note places him in Washington D C at the national capitol for a Military Parade and the World Series opening day with Senators rooting for the home team.
The Brazos County marriage licenses issued since the last publication are recorded by officials A. S. McSwain, Eugene Wilson, and Margaret Melasky. Names include John Richardson and Ellen Hawkins, Theodore Davis and Effie Anderson, Romualdo Susa and Luz Sanchez, W. P. Stamps and Mennie Lee Bozzell, Robert Moseley and Beatrice Martin, Lenard Jackson and Laura M.
Roy Hudspeth is expected to regain eyesight after injuries from last week’s accident. Doctors at Baylor Hospital in San Antonio report rapid improvement and that he is resting well following an X-ray exam. Relatives Worsham and Woodall provided details, noting Tobias of Bryan was also present.
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