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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1916

Page

3

Per Cent Of Supt S Change In Texas Schools

Statistics from the Texas Department of Education show that for the 1915 16 school year 126 county school superintendents and 120 ex officio county superintendents will be replaced January 1, 1917. About 42 percent of state principal school officers will change, many after only one term. State Superintendent Doughty says the turnover harms school welfare.

Associated Press Austin Texas State Department of Education tSate Doughty

Brazos Chill Tonic Offers Quick Malaria Relief

An old advertisement proclaims Brazos Chill Tonic as the sovereign remedy for malaria, chills, and fevers. It promises easy dosing, rapid action, and guarantees from E. R. Emmel, a local druggist, urging customers to ask for the genuine product.

E. R. Emmel

DAR Delegates Elected for Fort Worth State Convention

The local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter held a called meeting last Friday and elected delegates to the state convention in Fort Worth on November 1 2 and 3. Mrs. H. C. Fulgham was chosen delegate with Mrs. W. G. Talliaferro as regent and alternates Mrs. C. B. Love and Mrs. E. P. Arneson.

Daughters of the American Revolution Fort Worth H. C. Fulgham W. G. Talliaferro C. B. Love E. P. Arneson

No More Backache For Her Says Etna Green Woman

Mrs. J. M. Gaskill of Etna Green Indiana praises Foley Kidney Pills for relief from severe back ache and sharp pains. She could not stoop over and reports safe, reliable relief. For sale by M. H. James.

J. M. Gaskill Etna Green Ind Foley M. H. James

Boston Americans rout Brooklyn in world series Game Four

At Ebbetts Field on October 11, Boston Americans beat Brooklyn 5 to 2 to take a commanding lead in the world series. Brooklyn used three pitchers Rube Marquard Chaney and Buckley but Boston slugged through with Leonard Carrigan and solid defense.

Associated Press Ebbetts Field Brooklyn Brooklyn Nationals Boston Americans Rube Marquard Myers Leonard Bill Carrigan Boston Marquard Chaney R. H. E. Ae Oe Leonard and Carrigan Marquard and Buckley

Even Ways to Improve Your School

A dated guide from The Progressive Farmer suggests school driven incentives and public recognition. Actions include posting weekly grade averages, printing honor lists, tracking punctuality and attendance, fostering spelling and debating societies, monthly certificates, Friday recitations and prize incentives, and seeking merchant prizes to boost parental involvement.

James Brown

German Money for Press Influence

Berne telegram reports German Socialists plan to interrogate Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg over claims that 200 million marks were spent on newspaper propaganda in the first two years of the war. One fifth allegedly spent in America with large sums in Greece and Turkey.

Associated Press London Wireless Press von Bethmann- Hollweg America Greece Turkey

Visiting Ministers From Weath arford Texas

Rev and Mrs Z B Dally of Weatherford Texas visit the city as guests of Rev J J Tatum. Dally, on Free Baptist mission work, says he travelled from Iowa in a Ford roadster without a blowout or puncture and is delighted with Texas.

Z. B. Dally Weatherford Texas J. J. Tatum Dally The Free Baptist Church Eagle Rev Tatum Iowa

Witty exchange hints at marital roles in Yonkers scene

A Yonkers Statesman snippet captures Greene quipping that his wife shows no interest in managing the car, while noting she avoids running the place, revealing light domestic tensions in a local context.

Redd Greene Yonkers Statesman

British Take Two More Greek Towns in Macedonia

British troops occupy Papa Lostá and Prosenik east of the Struma in Greek Macedonia. French advance on the Somme reported. Germans attack in the Vosges and Galicia with mixed results. Berlin confirms Romanian defeats in Transylvania and Alt Valley while French forces cut off a German salient near Vermandovillers. London papers react to the US press bureau purge over garbling messages.

Associated Press London Struma Greek Macedonia Saloniki Papalosta Prosenik Demirhis Seres Somme Paris Schoenhoezin Vosges Galicia Austrian War Office Lemberg Kronstadt Transylvania

Attorney Released On 350000 Bond In Murder Case

Oscar D. McDaniel Buchanan county prosecutor was released on 50000 bond after awaiting trial for first degree murder in his wife’s death. He had been jailed since September 24 in St. Joseph Missouri.

Oscar D. McDaniel St. Joseph, Mo St. Joseph Buchanan County

Democratic optimism from Senator Walsh on Indiana and West Coast

Senator Walsh, Chicago, reports Indiana as safely Democratic with a substantial Wilson Marshall plurality next month. Judge Nortons telegraphs Pacific coast support, indicating Wilson will carry California Oregon and Washington.

Taggart Indiana California Oregon Washington Wilson Associated Press Thomas Taggart Chicago Ill Thomas J. Walsh Marshall Walsh A. B. Nortons Pacific Coast

Foley Cathartic Tablets Advertised for Digestive Health

Gentle but sure relief from biliousness headaches sour stomach gas bloating constipation and dyspepsia is claimed when bowels are kept open. Foley Cathartic Tablets are presented as first aid to good health and do not gripe sold by M. H. James.

M. H. James

The Cowardly Threats From a Safe Distance

A compact aphorism notes that cowardice reveals itself when one is secure, as Goethe observes. The line contrasts bold action with whispered menace, urging courage over fear.

Legalistas Plan to Oust Carranza in Chihuahua

From San Antonio reports dated Oct 12 the Legalista faction plans a united push to overthrow Carranza in Chihuahua in the coming days. The program allegedly targets Juarez and Carranzista garrisons with possible Villa involvement unclear. No expected danger to American troops is stated.

Associated Press San Antonio Texas Legalista Carranza Chihuahua Juarez Villa Mexico Legalistas

Demand for troop withdrawal delays Mexican American talks

In San Antonio Col Juan Barragan chief of staff to First Chief Carranza said an agreement and a definite withdrawal date must be set before any other Mexico related questions can be taken up by the Mexican American commission at Atlantic City. Barragan will join Elisee Arredondo on his Washington trip after talks with Carranza. In Atlantic City the American members of the joint commission met with General Tasker Bliss to study military questions on border control while Mexicans met separately.

San Antonio Texas Juan Barragan Carranza Mexico Atlantic City Barragan Elisee Arredondo United States Washington N. J

Rev J J Tatum and Z B Dally Visit Allen Academy

Revs J J Tatum and Z B Dally of Weatherford Texas visited Allen Academy this morning and led chapel devotionals. Dally, a Free Baptist missionary to Sunday schools and youth societies, urged boys to build lives on Jesus Christ and was welcomed to Texas with best wishes for his work among youths.

J. J. Tatum Z. B. Dally Weatherford Texas Allen Academy Dally Free Baptist Church Tatum Paul Timothy Jesus Christ Little Cedar Iowa

Eleven Years of Relief with Foley’s Honey and Tar

Mrs. Chas. Reitz of Allen Mills Pa. reports using Foley s Honey and Tar for eleven years and would not be without it. It promptly relieves coughs hoarseness tickling throat and wheezy breathing. For sale by M.

Chas. Reitz Allen Mills Foley M. H. James

Dunlap Gin Upgrades Machinery for Better Output

Dunlap Gin announces a full overhaul including an 85 horsepower oil engine and compressed air packing system for cotton. Managers L Eden and C S Jones promise improved turnout and efficiency while avoiding overworking their gins to prevent crowding.

L. Eden C. S. Jones Mgrs

Publisher Advances Fuel The Writer’s Rhythm

The renowned poet answered that he needs no muse but the advance checks from publishers. He stated inspiration isn’t required to begin writing novels and relies on financial support to drive his craft.

New York World

Houston Station Repaint Contract Awarded to Bryan Firm

Announcement from Houston & Texas Central railway states the repainting contract for the passenger station is awarded to A. E. Withers of Bryan. Work will begin within days using the same color paint, improving appearance though a new station was not planned.

Stewart Harris Houston & Texas Central Railway A. E. Withers Bryan Harris Ats0

Power Plant Resumes Operation After 40 Hour Outage

Bryan’s power disruption ended at 4 this morning as H T Lawler & Sons restored electric service. A diesel engine shaft broke and a spare engine failed to start, but expert Layman from Dallas diagnosed the issue and, by 8 45 this morning, the main engine was running and supplies resumed.

Bryan Messrs. H T. Lawler & Sons Daily Eagle J. T. Lawler New York Mann Lawler Texas Power and Light Company Dallas Layman Brownwood

A Man Without a Country in Wartime Spain and Mexico

Leonard Lonart, long tied to Monterey and its utilities, is a German subject stranded between nations. He fled Mexico, was cleared of blame in a corporate dispute, and cannot return to Canada or serve in Germany’s military while England is at war with Germany. He will stay in the United States through the European conflict.

Laredo Daten Leonarz Monterey Mexico Leonard United States Canada England E Lonart

Spain Bar Submarines From Waters as Patrols Rise

Madrid authorities issue orders prohibiting revictualing of submarines in Spanish waters. Meanwhile several torpedo boats reach Palma and patrol the Balearic Islands in the Western Mediterranean.

Palma Balearic Islands Associated Press London Wireless Madrid Rome Mediterranean

Hints for the Household Practical Kitchen Tips

Practical guidance on baking bread without overheating and gradual browning. Advice on sink tray use, daily silver polishing with dry flannel, sugar in water for basting, and keeping teapots fragrant with sugar. Also notes on packing a trunk to prevent movement and wrinkling of frocks.

Cut This Out It Is Worth Money Advertisement

A promotional slip offers a trial package from Foley Chicago to readers who mail name and address. It mentions Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds, Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic Tablets. The ad notes sale by M. H. James and targets stout persons.

Foley & Co Chicago Foley M. H. James

Farm Lands Posted Notice

Posted notice declares all my farm and pasture lands are posted and trespassers will be prosecuted as the law directs.

Make the Most of Prosperity With Foley Kidney Pills

Every man should stay fit and seize opportunities, avoiding kidney and bladder pain, backache, swollen joints, and rheumatic pains. Foley Kidney Pills pay for themselves in health gains and are available for sale by M.

Foley M. H. James

Proposals Opened by Clerk, Clerk Compliment Noted

The Kansas City Journal quotes a remark about a clerk who enjoys her work and then notes she opens the proposals. The dialogue hints at a civic or business setting where proposals are being reviewed. The line emphasizes the clerk and the action of opening documents.

Kansas City Journal

Also Mentioned on This Page

W. H. Lawrence Commerce R. A. Torrey Petrie Lawrence & Co Smith Drug Co E. J. Jenkins Buletin Teutonic International News Service the Times Hearst International Ben Goethe Legalistag Carrannza Tatum and Dunlap Gin T. P. and L. Company Emil Leonarz
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