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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1925
Page
1
The column laments the shift from drags and rollers to ditch plowing and dirt heaping by graders. It cites the Fin-Feather-Leonard school house road, noting gravel bed remains only from old bonds, but recent work left roads rough and muddy, delaying returns to prior condition and fueling voter indifference to new road bonds.
Mrs. Percy Pennybacker of Austin Texas chairman of the National Women's Committee of Near East Relief has arrived in Greece to enlist Greek women for Golden Rule Sunday on December 6 for refugee orphans. She will inspect relief work in Greece and Palestine as representative of 45 000 American women's clubs aiding schools and orphanages.
The Bryan Elks Club backs a nationwide campaign to preserve the U S Constitution known as Old Ironsides. Secretary Wilbur appeals to raise funds and educate the public with essays bronze medals for schools during October 19 to 24.
Professor D. H. Reid head of the Poultry Department will attend the Texas Branch of the American Poultry Association and the Texas Baby Chick Association meetings at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas this week.
The Texas Legislature faces a potential special session as a legal snag blocks 350000 dollars raised to cover the state share of cattle slaughter costs in the foot and mouth disease campaign. Attorney General Dan Moody will decide if the money can be legally appropriated.
The Associated Press reports that rum row is now well established in Southern waters. Authorities believe most former operators who fled the Coast Guards' crackdown off New York Boston and Atlantic City shores have shifted to the Gulf region.
Jersey City October 14 A 22 year old clerk George Winters of the New York post office fought with his wife over her alleged infidelity and roadhouse visits. He killed her with a butcher knife then stabbed himself in the heart as police prepared to enter. He is expected to die.
Tex as high school superintendents and principals will meet in Dallas during the Texas State Teachers Association convention. John J. Tigert United States Education Commissioner and Leonard Power of Dallas will speak Thursday afternoon November 26. Friday will feature four ten minute talks by Al geron Coleman Ira Nelson Maud B Davis and N S Holland. Power serves as group president and Holland as secretary. The aim is to study administration problems and improve the Texas public school program.
The forecast for New Orleans area: tonight and Thursday cloudy with occasional local rains.
Daily Eagle reports D X Bible's Aggies face rainy conditions as Kyle Field drains slowly for the October 17 conference opener with S M U. Bible previews a strong backfield, battle with a sharp Mustangs squad, and plans for a memorable clash potentially decided by the weather and field conditions.
Dr O M Ball head of the Biology department was elected as a member of the Paleontological Society of America an honorary society of biologists. His election honors his fossil flora research in South Central Texas.
A renowned global strong man dies in London amid sudden collapse. The man, once hailed as the strongest, is remembered for feats and international acclaim. Local figures reflect on his career and sudden passing.
London report states Eugene Sandow, famed as the world's strongest man, died suddenly in London while practicing as a health specialist. Authorities believe the death stems from injuries suffered in a motor car crash years ago.
Frank Mondrick aged 49 a Cameron pioneer merchant and bank executive died suddenly from acute indigestion at his home. He served as vice president of the State Bank and was active in education and philanthropy. Survived by wife and six children. Funeral services were held with schools and businesses closed. Dr A L Mondrick of Bryan traveled to Cameron for the funeral and remained for the service.
Herman Brockschmidt pled guilty to selling intoxicating liquor Tuesday and drew a one year term. The Mary Palmer case was set for today with motions heard. a material witness was absent and an attachment issued. Primus Peterson faced hog theft charges with a continued case due to the absence of John Loraine, a witness in North Texas.
Washington and Pittsburgh met in the final 1925 World Series game as rain halted play. Johnson, Washington’s ace, had won two of the three earlier contests and was slated to pitch with Ruel catching, while Pittsburgh considered its rotation amid fading light.
Fans and friends from Bryan and across the state write in about plans to attend the big S M U A M showdown at College on Friday October 16th. The letters reveal the expected crowds and excitement around the battle royal.
A September consumption report shows 725 thousand bales of cotton used, with near 500000 bales consumed in the month across the year. The figures reflect upticks in industrial demand and regional trade patterns affecting supply chains this period.
Figures from the Census Bureau show September cotton use at 483 266 bales of lint and 70 008 bales of linters, up from 438 373 bales of lint and 50 781 bales of linters in the same month last year, according to Washington.
New York Oct 14 The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway sold its holdings in the Saint Louis and Southwestern to the Kansas City Southern Charles Playden chairman of the Rock Island Board announced this afternoon.
Cotton futures closed 23 to 27 points lower as market activity shows local receipts quoted at 19 3 4 to 20 1 2 cents.
Heavy rains in Brazos county push the Brazos toward bank full while creeks rise. A washout on the Bryan Hearne road near Campbell's Creek blocks traffic. officials report the road is passable via an old route. Local lakes overflow and dam at College Lake washed out. No major flood expected unless rains persist.
Rear Admiral William Sims told the Presidents air board that the Navy suffers from no clear air policy and a conservative approach hampers development. He linked present unrest to lost confidence in naval leaders, citing the Shenandoah disaster as evidence and noting appointing top officers would be criminal if they were unfit.
R P Fales of American Lumberman requests Howell Lumber Company Bryan to explain the origin and outcome of their county fair held at the yard and warehouse. He notes the event drew large crowds and asks for photographs and a detailed account for upcoming issues to gain national farm-home publicity.
The Teachers Aid Society of Texas received a state charter to assist public school teachers in retirement and distress. Headquarters are in Athens. The effort was announced by Associated Press from Austin on October 14.
Bryan residents praise the oil and watercolor works of S E Gideon and his students shown during National Picture week at the Elizabeth Ney Studio in Austin. The Austin American on October 13 highlighted the collection with favorable notes on Gideon’s own paintings and the artists involved. Gideon, once Bryan College faculty, has many local friends. his wife was Sadie Cavitt before marriage.
Oren Beal, the young son of Mr and Mrs Brooks Beal on West 24th street, who had been seriously ill with an infected toe, shows marked improvement today.
A New York benefit event at the Hotel Astor on October 20 will fund a year of scholarships for 129 city boys at the National Farm School. Guest of honor Dr. J. J. Taubenhaus, Texas plant pathologist and notable author, rose from poverty to global scientific prominence.
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