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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1924
Page
5
Five thousand more head of cattle to be slaughtered today near Houston as authorities extend the eradication to animals grazing within about 20 miles of the original infected zone. Texas Livestock Commission seeks embargo modifications from fourteen states amid fears of unseen infection.
Col Sterett died in Dallas Texas from heart trouble. The editor will be buried after funeral services held today in the local area.
Col William Green Sterett a longtime Dallas Morning News editor and former State Fish Game and Oyster Commissioner died of a heart attack at his home in Highland Park Dallas. He came to Texas from Kentucky in 1872 and worked at the Evening Times before joining the Dallas Morning News in 1885. The funeral was held at his residence with burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
Governor Pat Neff expressed personal regret upon learning of Col. Sterett death. Ex-Governor Joseph D. Sayers praised Sterett as an able Washington and Texas correspondent noted for accuracy. Texas delegation honored a fair and truthful reporter whose untimely death is a loss to the state.
The Fifth Week District Court jury list calls for venire service at 9 a.m. next Monday. Names include Roy Nunn, Floyd Smith, W. J. Riley, Albert Goodman, Frank Vitopil, R. C. Franks, J. H. Seeley, C. C. Morgan, J. Tom Smith, J. M. Bullock Jr., and others. The following men are summoned to report.
Bryan police launched a short term educational crackdown on traffic violators under an ordinance passed in April. Offenders receive a tag on first offense, second offenses lead to court appearance and fines. City Manager J Bryan Miller urged citizen cooperation to improve driving safety.
Rev J J Pipkin filled his regular appointment at Kurten Baptist Church where he serves as missionary pastor. The small church with 45 members boasts full attendance across services, a strong B Y P U, and a budget system for finances. Regular Sunday school and B Y P U meet weekly, preaching occurs quarterly, and Buckner Orphans Home receives monthly offerings. The church recently repainted its building and hosts a cordial welcome for visitors.
Gulf Petroleum Company announced a three cent per gallon gasoline price cut in Texas, lowering the retail rate to fifteen cents. Humble and Texas companies matched the reduction.
Greenville Miss Oct 8 The naval dirigible Shenandoah en route to the Pacific coast passed over the city at 11 45 this morning according to local reports The sighting confirms Shenandoah's flight path as it travels toward the west coast.
Dr. E. P. Humbert led the Rotary luncheon program with International material, songs opened by S. Moylan Bird, and a Rotary sermon by Mrs. J. Webb Howell. A list of many visitors and attendees followed, including E. P. Humbert and H. D. Cuykendall.
The University of Texas football team suffered a serious setback as Line Captain Dayvault dislocated his arm during scrimmage. Dayvault, regarded as one of the best guards in the Southwestern Conference, is out of the game.
The Ferguson injunction case was certified today to the State Supreme Court for a decision by the Third Court of Civil Appeals. The issue concerns whether women are legally eligible to hold office in Texas, and a move will be made to expedite the decision.
A government crop report triggered a drop in cotton prices as traders reacted to anticipated yields. Market analysts noted lower futures and selling pressure across the sector.
Department of Agriculture estimates total cotton production at 12,499,000 bales based on October 1 conditions, down 97,000 bales from the prior two weeks. Texas production is placed at 4,255,000 bales with crop condition at 57 percent of normal. Cotton futures drop shortly after the forecast, with 200,000 bales exported. Balloon flies over Central Texas Auto Co displaying Goodyear Balloon Tires through the week.
Clyde M. McMahan six month old infant son of Mr and Mrs Arthur McMahan died Tuesday evening at 6 30 in a local hospital. Body 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 Greers case for manufacture of intoxicating liquor prompted a new February trial date set by Judge W C Davis after about 24 hours of deliberation. The Turner murder case involving Harry Lysinger and the convict killing on College Road was postponed to February. No other cases were heard.
President Calvin Coolidge welcomed delegates to the third National Radio Conference at the White House. He urged government airspace control with maximum freedom and thanked the group for cooperation in developing and regulating radio to serve the public welfare and reflect American ingenuity.
Colonel Ike Ashburn reports an initial installment of the precinct quota totaling 19.25 dollars for the National Democratic campaign. County Chairman Mrs. Lee L. Rountree notes a Bryan donor adds to today's total pushing past twenty dollars as Brazos County citizens contribute ahead of the two day deadline.
New York defeated the Washington Senators 6 to 2 to take the lead in the World Series. It marked Walter Johnson's second loss after dropping the opening game. New York stands at three games to two, with two wins needed to clinch the championship.
Major W. C. Poole, longtime Millican resident and former Justice of the Peace for the Millican precinct, died at his home in Millican in his 94th year. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at the Millican Methodist church with relatives from Bryan among attendees. Survived by son Bob Poole and nephews B. T. Poole of Bryan and Fletcher Poole of Millican.
Senator Bob LaFollette alleges a slush fund is being raised to buy the election for President Coolidge in doubtful states. He names W. T. Mellon and Edward Stotesbury as organizers while Bascom Slemp denies leading the fund.
Kurten community fair now set for Friday October 17 with the new school auditorium dedication. Mrs Will Henderson leads arrangements and Bryan businessman will speak at the opening address. Exhibits begin at 10 30 am and the night program features Judge W C Davis delivering the dedication address at 8 pm.
Rev J B Gleissner traveled to Hearne Tuesday to conduct the funeral services for Charles Salvagia who died Monday morning.
Coal operator Lee Sandridge was shot in an ambush and is in serious condition en route to be life-flighted. Police reported the incident occurred at the mine site as workers prepared to reopen the mines.
Lee Sandridge a leading West Virginia coal operator and Democratic figure was shot near Phillip while driving to Meridian mines to reopen them on a non union basis. Three companions were wounded and Sandridge is reported in serious condition. Visitors from Steep Hollow and Kurten noted in Bryan.
County Tax Collector Roy Hudspeth was shot while bird hunting near Lake Medina. He and H M Woodall of San Antonio were on the trip. Hudspeth loaded a 12 gauge automatic shotgun which discharged multiple times, costing him a severed left finger and other injuries. He is resting easily at Baylor Hospital in San Antonio and is not considered fatally hurt.
Joe Howard and Herbert Tucker of the Haswell Book Store received a picture post card addressed to them from Capt Miller formerly of the Allen Military Academy. He left about two years ago and is in the National Capitol attending the Military Parade and expected to witness the World Series opening and root for the Senators.
The Philathea Free Baptist Sunday School class held its monthly meeting Tuesday night to plan the new year. Committees were named and a fundraiser decided, a Mage sale set for Saturday October 18 to aid finances and clothe others.
Cotton futures settled 120 to 135 points down as cash spots quoted around 22 3-4 cents for middling standard quality, reflecting softer values in local markets.
The record lists marriage licenses issued since the last publication, names of couples include A. S. McSwain with Eugene Wilson and Margaret Melasky, John Richardson with Ellen Hawkins, W. E. Rice with Lillian Wells, Theodore Davis with Effie Anderson, Tom Carroll with Hettie Taylor, Romualdo Susa with Luz Sanchez, W. P. Stamps with Mennie Lee Bozzell, Robert Moseley with Beatrice Martin, Lenard Jackson with Laura McGee.
Roy Hudspeth is improving rapidly and expected to regain eyesight after an accident last week. Doctors anticipate recovery following X rays, with family members visiting in Baylor Hospital San Antonio room No. 4. The injured man remains in hospital and talks and laughs with relatives as experts monitor progress.
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