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Newspaper
Bryan Weekly Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1917
Page
2
Editorial argues about German press views on president’s note to the pope and prospects for Germany’s political shift. It contemplates socialist influence in Reichstag, potential elections, and possible constitutional changes curbing the Kaiser’s power amid World War I.
The pink boll worm, believed to come from Mexico, could devastate 65 to 90 percent of the cotton crop. Texas farmers are urged to prepare by diversifying with peanuts, sorghums, and broom corn, with county agents and colleges guiding alternative crops.
Bryan shows steady growth in residence building indicating town confidence. Mrs. Jane Buchanan celebrated her 79th birthday with family at her son’s residence. Mrs. Buchanan has long resided in Brazos county and is praised as a noble Christian lady. The group will travel to Wellborn to meet Sadie Hoskins Eastern Star grand matron who will organize a chapter here and visit Naomi chapter tonight. W E Saunders says about one third of funds raised for an iron bridge across the Brazos at Pitts Ferry with pledges expected to complete the amount. The Eagle notes readers borrow it despite not subscribing, a hint to merchants. Tyler Haswell plans a modern bungalow on his old site. W P Peacock has the contract. Baptist church services urged. come early for a seat.
Eugene Parks passed civil service exam in Houston on Monday night. Priscilla club meets this afternoon at Mrs F M Hall’s residence with dues payable at the meeting. Dr Nansen’s unique temporary divorce is noted amid his Arctic voyage plans. Curtis Oliver Frank Clarke John Wilson and Frank Bittle spent Sunday in Caldwell. Capt Jno Q Tabor Mayor Adams and others return from Dallas with a Bryan McKinley Palmer poll showing 80 10 3. More items cover travels to Dallas Galveston and Waco court activity medals at A M College and social anecdotes.
A rural town diary reports Mrs. Julia Wipprecht and daughter Elizabeth plan two years in Europe. Mrs. J. E. Riordan returns to Houston with Richard Smith. Master George Chance hosts a birthday party with games and lunch. Hunters from Kurten area return with five deer and 150 squirrels. Tom Preston settles an election bet with Frank McConnico in a Main Street wheelbarrow ride. Pomp Arrington Billy Symms Andrew Holliday and George Harrington of Millican were in town.
Swellings of the flesh caused by inflammation, cold, fractures, toothache, neuralgia or rheumatism can be relieved by Ballard's Snow Liniment. It should be well rubbed in over the affected part. Its healing and penetrating power eases pain, reduces swelling, and restores natural condition. Price 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle sold by M H James.
Texas cotton ginners face criminal prosecution for not separating dirt from seed during ginning. Attorney General Looney says the law is enforceable and the warehouse commissioner may cancel licenses for noncompliance.
Dr W H Lawrence operates a dental office on the top floor of the New City National Bank building with phone service at 521.
The Ta bor community organization held its first regular meeting at Tabor High School. Pr es Walter Armstrong presided as secretary Vance kept minutes. E F Parks presented music on an Edison machine and plans were outlined to form by laws and committees.
Surgeons urge prompt first treatment with an efficient antiseptic. Borozone is described as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for both man and beast. Available in 25c 50c 1.00 and 1.50 price points from M. H. James.
Baltimore reports Gotthold Prusse a designer of the Deutchland who arrived on the first voyage died by his own action in the city today.
W. M. Coll, sheep and goat specialist in the extension department of the College, met County Agent Benson to discuss the local sheep and goat industry. He offered help to buy a car of sheep for stock and to assist existing herds through breeding improvements.
Twenty-six African Americans charged with gaming paid $29.50 each in fines and costs to the Justice of the Peace, for shooting craps at Cawthon on September 1. An ensuing dispute led to gunfire with a shotgun and a pistol. one shooter was convicted of aggravated assault and the other fined for related weapons offenses. Arrests were made Tuesday by Sheriff Nunn's unit. fines paid Thursday.
Washington reports that by presidential proclamation the entire sugar industry in the United States was placed under the Food Administration. The move expands regulatory control over sugar production and distribution nationwide.
An advert urges quick use of HER BINE when an achy dull tired feeling signals malaria or chills. It claims to destroy the germ and cleanse impurities, making you bright and vigorous. Sold by M. H. James for 0c.
In Austin a drys in state drive urges local option votes to shut 1000 saloons. R H Kirby of the Tex 48 anti saloon league mails 55100 copies urging prohibition forces to act now to avert influx of drinkers from wet counties.
Advertises Herbine as a powerful liver correctant to purify the system and improve vigor, claiming it can remove yellow complexion pimples and blemishes. Sold by M. H. James at price 50e.
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