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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1926
Page
2
In Mineral Wells the paper notes a gift and questions spending of Uncle Sam's money. It cites President Cooledge urging to spend wisely and urges Bryan citizens to think and act for responsible service. It criticizes local business spenders and urges honesty in public and private commerce. Franklin Texas referenced.
Ee A. and M. College Acadmy Bryan public schools and Vila Maris Academy are listed among area educational institutions in the note.
A speaker contrasts American resolve with old European nations and notes crowds gathered to honor Gertrude and Rudolph, driven by curiosity rather than tribute. He criticizes New York crowds as childlike and highlights enduring American qualities.
Bryan banker W H Cole urges business success through studying conditions of past years and global crop reports. He stresses daily study, foundation, and preparation to keep pace with world markets and other businesses. He warns mental activity lapses cause failures and recommends regular time for reading and analysis.
The text argues for secretary steps by the Legislature to validate road and rural school support and to investigate state repairs tied to suspicions. It contends government should emphasize honesty and economy in public conduct and be free from corruption. The fragmented wording reflects a reformist call for accountability.
The piece cites George B. Terrell accusing the Democratic convention and compares it to a Mother Hubbard dress. It reports Brazos County’s good storage of fruits vegetables corn and bacon plus a steady cotton crop. It notes crop conditions improve and prices may stay high enough for 1926 profits, aided by a smaller carryover from last year’s bumper harvest.
Biographical sketch praises Roosevelt as a fighter in war and peace and notes his independence from party bosses. It discusses Bryan's popularity, espousal of free silver, and his role in American history, citing Mr Sullivan's accounts. The piece contrasts Coolidge's era with a claim of lacking an outstanding leader in the party.
Frank Congelo of Steel's Store says he cannot afford to hire cotton pickers at $1.25 per 108 pounds while others pay $1.25 to $1.75 per 100. He notes his field is ready but wages make picking cost about $20 per bale and ginning about $82 per bale total around $25 per bale, a burden he cannot bear.
Bryembee received 4,429 bales of cotton of the 1996 crop, according to local warehouse and gin receipts. The tally shows steady intake through Saturday as lines of bale receipts advance into Brysa, indicating ongoing cotton activity.
Dr RB Bowers 57 former pastor of Columbus Avenue Baptist Church in Waco died after six weeks illness following surgery in Knoxville Tennessee. Survived by wife five daughters Blanche Ruth Allie Sue Margaret Roy Hollomon Bryan and others. two sons and five sisters. Funeral services set for Tuesday in Williamsburg Kentucky and surrounding community.
Friday banquet honored Bryan schools with speeches praising progress and PTA efforts. Guest speaker Mr Kraft commended the East Side PTA and all programs, then guests toured the newly arranged cafeteria room where pink Queen Wreath blossoms and pink roses decorated windows and stands. Iced punch was served as the meeting adjourned.
Robert V. Armstrong was elected a Bryan school member but the charter would not be in force without a developed gas field. Bryan Miller the city manager and Law Henderson the city attorney discussed options and changes before acceptance.
Raymond Torres, a Mexican boy who studied at Allen Academy for four years and graduated with honors in the class of 1926, left this afternoon for New Orleans to enter Tulane University.
Bryan high school's first game of the season is set for September 24 against an opponent to be named, per Coach Clyde Braden. Braden, new to the team this year, hails from Cheyenne Wyoming and is a Washington and Lee University graduate. The tentative slate includes Cameron Caldwell Navasota with a likelihood of facing Waco Liord and other local foes. Key players include Joe Debroveiny Griffkm Heed McDonald Ray token Emery Deasen Nelson lummmey and Peter Ramsey.
Dr and Mrs Hedges return from a trip to Kentucky where they spent several weeks visiting relatives. They report a delightful time with good reads and no car troubles, describing the journey as four nights and five days of travel and relaxation.
Mr and Mrs B Grant were called to Calvert today on account of the death of Mrs W J Cox mother of Mrs Grant who died Sunday. Mrs Cox was about seventy years old and had been in feeble health for some time. Funeral services were held at 10 o'clock this morning. Attending from Bryan were Mr and Mrs BR B Grant Mrs Albert Gewiman and Mrs E R Williams. The Eagle extends sympathy to Mrs Grant in this hour of sorrow.
W J Christian fell while coming to town on Saturday morning and suffered a badly bruised hip. At his daughter Mrs H Hersarting’s home he is said to be improving satisfactorily though his advanced age raises anxiety.
W R Thomas recently returned from New York where he visited Eastern trade workers and spoke at the First Baptist Church Men’s Bible Class. He attended Old Tent Evangel services on Broad Way and 76th Street and noted the church’s enter denominational nature drawing prominent men in summer. He heard Chas Portes Taylor and met Rev Forbes, praising his strong personality and power.
The following members of official choir for the Assembly will be installed at the next regular meeting Jame Elliott Lelia Law Davis Nellie Ruth Martin Mamette Groghimaky. After, readings and music. Rainbow Girls adjourned to Pim-Peasher Club house for a tacky party with red lemonade and cake.
E. L Emmet, a Bryan pioneer druggist, recalls 25 years of selling patent medicines. He says overall sales remain strong, with a drop in chill canities offset by rising cosmetics usage. Emmet has witnessed his stand for over 30 years.
Central Texas Auto Co opens a new showroom named Bryan Willys Knight Overland Co in the former Christian Motor Co space next to Hota Bryan. W. P Moore leases his service station to John Kauiak who also gains a substantial interest and will manage the business. They offer latest model cars, Goodrich tires and tubes, gas and oil and seek public patronage.
Mr and Mrs C C Goem and son C C Goen of San Marcos attend the funeral of Mrs T D Martin with Mr Goer identified as Martin’s brother.
County Judge O Ferguson and Brazos County commissioners will attend the State convention of County Judges in Tyler on September 28 and 29 Judge Ferguson will present Bryan's claims for hosting the 142nd convention at Bryan The Bryan Chamber of Commerce board heard reports from J Bryan Miller and J Webb Howell about inviting outside interests for an abattoir plant and inviting the A and M College opening exercises.
A group of three Millican girls tour Wise County visiting a farm near Chico. They view 1000 acres of crops including wheat corn maize hegari peas watermelons and 10 acres of cotton. The day includes a birthday cake with candles and a meal in a dining room adorned with California asters and ferns. Attendees include Raymond Gregg Linton Robertson Jr and several others as they share games and good wishes for Raym ond’s birthday.
Raymond Gregg aged four celebrated his birthday with a party hosted by his sister Miss Prances Gregg. The event featured a centennial cake and assorted ice cream and confections as guests gathered in the family home.
Mr and Mrs J W Payne of Bryan returned from a honeymoon trip under the mellow moon of Galveston and Houston. The groom is a popular local optometrist and the bride was Miss Del Ernest.
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