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The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
MARRIAGE. LICENSES.
WHITE.

Charles L. Krause q, and Maggie Stewart, IS
both Of Baltimore. Nd. Rev. Hugh T Stevenson.
Marion S. Mason. %. and Reca Armstrong IS
beth oS Midland Va. Rev. W. ]. Meeks
SAMUEL K. Roller, %. Of De Ridder La, ald
Margaret J. Russell, 2s, Of Takuma Park, d. C.
Rev John Hupp
William J. Fletcher. 3. Of Bridgewater. Va, and
s. Aiarie Myers, Is Rev. z L. Betuchamp
CoLoRED
John T. Mccoy. 2, and Marie Munrue n
wayman W. Whitney, 2. and Eta Clark q.
Moses Baskerville, 81, and AIsgEis Taylor, 3 both
Of Antlers. Va.
Charles z L. Fields, z. and Elizabeth Lane, n
both Of Hume, Va.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
Valuable Birds Stolen.

Nineteen homer pigeons, the property
OF Albert C, CLANCY, of 1889 Ninth Street
Northwest, yesterday were stolen, and
the police are looking for the thief. This
makes the second theft of homer pigeons
reported to the police within a week.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23

er S / rlend.
1t is more eloquent
in its action than all
the health rules ever
laid down for tn e
guidance of eIpectant
mothers. 1t is an
external application
that spreads its infu-
ence upon all tn e
cnrds. muscles. lign-
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
DEATH RECORD.
MRNTE

WHITE.
Henry Fulks, % years, Govt. HosPt. Insane.
Edward H. Cole, e. lI29 Corcoran ST. NV.
John PaSco. 70, Govt. Hospt. Insane.
Cecil Jewett, !, lg3 Talbert St, Anacostis.
Edward q. Roderick, Il. Emergency Hospital.
COLORED.
Annie Carter. 50, Blue Plains, D. G.
Isabella Lomax. !, I'll Del Ave. sW.
Algie Proctor, 2. Providence HosFital.
Wilbur Dabney, s months, 2lT Il ST. NV.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
Local Temperatures.

Midnight. IS: a. m. So: "A m. 81; 6 a. m. 81;
a. m g.: 10 a. m, u; Il noon, II; p. m, "a;
p m. 70; 6 T. m. 50; p. N, 70; 10 p N, 70.
Highest. II; lowest. 81.
Relative humidity-s a. m. 70; p. m. "a; p. m.
90 Rainfall Cs p m. to p. M, oil: hours of
sunshine, l6; per cent Of possible sunshine, a.
Temperature same date last year-Highest, 3; low
est -
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
Charged with Stealing Rife.

Charged with selling a rifle belonging
to the District National Guard, Charles
B. Balderson, a private in the local
militia, yesterday was held for the ac-
ton Of the grand jury by Judge Aukum,
Of the United States branch OF the Police
Court. Bond for his release was fixed at
$500.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
Washington Is Popular AllYear Resort
THOUSAND SIGHT SEERS COMEHERE DAILY
Libel of Torrid Summers Is Exploded
STATISTICS ABOUT
CAPITALS VISITORS

1000 sight-seers visit city daily.
$4,000 sight-seers annually.
1876 trains. into Union Station
daily.
$1,000 passengers brought to
city daily
SO average sum spent by sight
seers daily.
More than 100000 spent
with merchants yearly.
Four days average length of
visit.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
Militant Arson squad Busy.

Edinburgh. Scotland, Aug. 22-Two
fires of incendiary origin did extensive
damage here today. Suffragists are sus-
pected.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23

A subterranean river in the Philippines
is navigable by small boats for two and
q half miles from its mouth, passing
through several large stalactite-huns
caYernz-
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
The Perfect Baby
OF The Future
4 Simple Method That Has Wonderful
Influence upon The Future Infant

Too much cannot be said for a wonderful
remedy, familiar to many women as Moth
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23

A substantial prize has been offered by
a Dutch society for bulb culture for the
best bulb-digging machine.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23

Corsets that can be loosened BY moving = single
lever the steels have been inTented by Paris
woman.
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23

In a new electric reading lamp mirrors break up
ths eyek
The Washington herald., 1913-08-23
Temperatures in Other cities.

Temperatures in other cities. together with the
mount Of rainfall for the twentyfouF bourS ended
It p. m. yesterday, are as follows:
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
SMITH BROS STUDIO.

For a quarter of a century the bust
ness conducted by Smith Bros Studio
has been in successful operation in
the city of Bryan, giving unqualified
satisfaction to hosts of customers who
appreciate the advantage of securing
the highest class OF work known to
the Photographic science. The firm is
composed of j. T. Smith and Will H.
Smith, leading citizens of this city,
the latter an expert in the science
of modern photography. So extensive
is the volume OF business handled by
this firm, they have located branch
studio at College Station to accom-
modate their patrons in that section.
The splendid success of this prosper
Gus business is due to the superior
workmanship characterizing its prod
uct, as also to energy and unexcelled
business capacity of its proprietors.
The firm is ably assisted in its work
by Mr. R. L. Boggs, formerly of Hous'
ton, Texas, who has been in the serv.
ice of the establishment for two years,
and is a man of experience and the
first order of capacity in the discharge
OF the duties of his employment. Miss
Lola Booker is an accomplished and
capable employee of the firm, who has
been six years in its service.
Smith Bros. have recently purchased
the Studio Grand, a competing house,
adding its facilities and equipment to
their paint, which is now the most
complete establishment of the kind in
this part of the State The headquar-
tiers of the studio are in the old Elk
change Hotel block, which it has oc-
cupied for the past twenty-five years.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
DAVID REID G. CO.,
Staple and Fancy Groceries.

An important business house of the
city of Bryan is the staple and fancy
grocery store of David Reid & Co.,
which has been in business here for
one and one-half years. 1t carries one
of the greatest stocks of staple and
fancy groceries of any like enterprise
in this section Of Texas. The firm
makes a specially of the celebrated
White Crest -four and Chase G. San
born's excellent coffees, unexcelled in
purity and quality. In the fresh vege'
table department of this store may be
found the best vegetables of all kinds,
in season.
Mr. David Reid came to Bryan from
England, being attracted by the won
derful possibilities in this favored To-
cality, as we'll as by the progress, re-
finement and intelligence OF its citi-
zens. He is a young man of excep
tional attachments, thorough business
capacity, and is highly esteemed by
the citizens of this city.
Mr.. Reds capable staff OF EN-
ployes includes the following names:
Mr.. L. B. MENDOZA, capable man OF
twenty-seven years experience in bus
mess; George Deaton, a distinguished
young business man, who was born
and reared in Bryan, where he has a
host of friends and acquaintances;
John Gregg, one of the most efficient
and expert bookkeepers in this part OF
the State; and John Reid, brother OF
the proprietor, who has recently ar
rived here direct from Australia, and
is proving one of the most valuable
men engaged in the business.
This store occupies one of the best
and most attractive locations in the
city, and is admirably equipped in its
every department for the conduct of
its extensive and rapidly augmenting
trade.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
J. w. BATS,
Real Estate and Loans.

The real estate and loan agency of
j. w. Bats has been in successful
business in this city for several years.
He engages in the business of buying
and selling city and country real es-
tate, and the negotiation of loans on
lands. By reason of his long residence
in Brazos County, Mr.. Bats has
thorough practical knowledge of land
and land values in the city and in the
county, and his advice is often sought
on those points. He has purchased
many large tracts of land, and has
sub-divided and sold a large portion of
the lands which have been success
fully put upon the market here
Mr.. Bats father settled in Brazos
County in 1851 As child he resided
here from 1874 to 1878. Returning
here in 1891, he entered the real es-
tate business in which he has success
fully engaged for twenty-five years.
He was appointed District Clerk Of
Brazos County IN 1899, and was subse-
Quently elected for two terms, during
which he served the county efficiently
and with marked ability. He refused
to offer for a third term in that posi-
ton, although urgently solicited to do
so by many friends. He is leading
and progressive citizen whose aetiv-
tiles have aided signally in the adj
vancement of the business prestige Of
the city of Bryan.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
CASINO POOL HALL AND BOWL
ING ALLEY,
Tom D. Daily, Proprietor.

The Casino Pool Hall and Bowling
Alley, conducted by Tom DAILY pro-
prietor. is one of the attractive places
of amusement in this city. This place
is equipped with the best modern pool
tables and bowling alley to be seen
in this section of the State, and has
enjoyed an extensive patronage during
the three years it has been in bust
ness.
Mr.. Tom DAILY, the enterprising and
popular proprietor of the place, is a
native Of the city of Bryan, where he
has resided all his life. He was ed
ucated in the high school of this city,
graduating in the class of 1906. He is
popular with all classes and highly
esteemed as business man of solid
worth and integrity of character.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
Palatial Residence Property

ed for so many years. In later years
he moved to Houston, where he still
resides, at the same time claiming
Bryan as his home, paying his poll
tax here, thus preserving his citizen
ship and always coming home to vote.
Mr.. Bryan was born and reared in
Brazoria County, being a son OF the
late William Joel Bryan, who landed
at the mouth of the Brazos River in
1881, with Stephan F. Austin's second
colony. Mr. Bryan is a nephew OF
Austin, his fathers mother being a
sister of the great colonizer, the peer
less citizen and patriot, who devoted
his time, means, his energies, his great
intellect, and even his life to Texas.
Mr.. Bryan's father, Col. William Joel
Bryan, sold the land on which our
proud little city now stands to Groes-
beck & Baker, trustees for the Hous-
ton and Texas Central Railroad at
five dollars an acre, and for the
Bryan family the city was named
He is now retired from active BUSH
ness life and devotes his time to the
management OF his large property in
terests in Houston and other sections
OF South Texas.
DR.. j. w. Howell, chairman of the
board of directors of the bank, was
one OF its founders and for many years
its president. He devoted the best
years of his life in laying broad and
deep the foundations upon which the
superstructure of this tower of strength
in the business and commercial world
was reared. The wisdom of his plans
and the success of his labors is evil
denced by the exalted station occu-
pied by the First National Bank among
the financial institutions of the coun-
try. DR.. Howell has retired from ac-
tive participation in the banks affairs,
but as chairman of the board of di'
rectors. his advice and counsel are
often sought, because OF his far
reaching business acumen, and his
mature judgment and wisdom, ripened
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
J. r. GRANT,
Lumber and Builders Supplies.


Conspicuous among the concerns
which as especially representative OF
the progressive spirit Of the city OF
Bryan and contiguous territory, is the
branch establishment Of the Grant
Lumber Company located in this city,
established here in February, 1912.
Every usually carried by modern
lumber concerns may be found in this
establishment, and is guaranteed to be
delivered to purchasers in first-class
condition. A speciality of this firm II.
all kinds OF lumber, doors, blinds,
mouldings, and accessories. It is al
ways in position to supply the wants
OF its customers with the best grades
of lumber known to the trade.
Before building a dwelling or other
structure call on or write the Grant
Lumber Company for estimates and
prices, thus insuring the purchase OF
everything required at the most rea'
sonable figures procurable for first
class materials.
This establishment is one of a series
established by the company in the
principal cities between Brownsville
and this city, all OF which do a pros
porous business in handling every
thing in the building line.
Mr.. w. G. McGarr, the capable tray
cling auditor of the company, is tenn
porary manager of this branch estab-
lishment, having succeeded j. NJ,
Wilder. resigned. Mr.. McGarr has
been with the company for some time,
and is one of its most experienced
capable. and Trustworthy employees. He
will remain in charge pending the ap
pointment OF new manager for the
concern.
Mr.. w. ]. Fesperman occupies the
responsible position Of bookkeeper anS
office man for the company. He is
an efficient and experienced man, who
came from Arkansas here about six
months ago to enter the service OF the
company.
Mr.. e. c. Kelly, in charge OF the
yard OF this establishment, is an en-
ergetic and capable business man, who
came from Navasota year ago to
enter the company's service.
Mr.. T. ]. Murray, leading drayman
for this establishment, is a courteous
affable. and experienced man in his
line of work. He was reared in Bryan
and during his six months service
with the company has demonstrated
his usefulness as a valuable adjunct
TO the concerns extensive business.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22

OF staple and fancy groceries, includ-
ing staples and Injuries of the best
grade known to modern grocery
stocks, also fresh vegetables. This
firm makes a specially of the cele-
brated Golden Gate brand of teas and
coffees.
Mr.. C. NJ. Bell, the capable, efficient
and energetic manager OF the firm, is
native OF Bryan, where his well
known ability, superior business quail
ifications and unimpeachable integrity
OF character have caused him to be
esteemed by all classes as one OF the
most substantial citizens of his native
city.
The firm is fortunate in having the
expert services OF Mr.. viii S. Collard,
a Bryan boy, who has been in its en-
ploy for three years, and whose val
liable services and prompt attention
to his duties has been an important
feature in the successful conduct OF its
business. Other employees whose serv-
ices have been valuable adjuncts in
handling the extensive trade Of the
firm are Mr. w. A. Lyon, formerly OF
Waxahachie, who has been with the
firm two and a half years, during
which time he has demonstrated
marked ability in his line of business;
Mr.. II. B. Scale, native of Bryan,
who has been in the service Of the
firm a year, and has proven invaluable
to the firm in the prompt and efficient
discharge OF the duties assigned to
him; Mr.. George Griffin, an expert
bookkeeper of extensive experience,
who is also native OF Bryan, and
esteemed as one OF the most capable
business men in his line OF work in
this part of Texas.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
ROYAL BAR,
Joe Groeinski, Proprietor.

A creditable and successful business
enterprise OF this city is the retail
liquor establishment known as the
Royal Bar, located in the Smith build
ing. Here may be found at all times
the best and purest brands of import
ed and domestic wines, liquors, cigars,
and bottled and draught beers. This
business has been in continuous and
successful operation at the same
stand for twenty-eight years. The
present proprietor, Mr. Joe Groginsh,
has successfully conducted the estab-
lishment for FIVE years, since he pur-
chased ii from the estate OF j. l..
Hearne, after the death of the latter.
Mr.. Groginski is an excellent citizen
and has conducted his business in such
manner as TO win the respect and
esteem of the citizens of Bryan as a
worthy and law-abiding man. He mar
ried here many years ago, and has
reared a large family who are worthy
members of society, respected by all.
Mr.. Matt Vitopil is the popular man.
ager OF this establishment, and is a
favorite with his many friends, asso-
ciates, and patrons of the place. Mr..
Frank Vitopil is also employed as
bartender in this establishment.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22

remarkable achievements are a part
OF the history OF their country, and
an example to all who strive to follow
in their footsteps.
Mai. L. l., McInnis, vice president
Of the bank, has resided in this city
for twenty-four years. He is well and
favorably known as leading citizen,
distinguished business man and finan-
oier, who has contributed as much to
the growth and prosperity Of this sec
ton as any citizen who has resided
here.
Major McInnis is president OF the
Bryan Commercial Club, and to his
able direction of this active organiza-
ton is largely due the splendid devel-
opment OF recent years. Before en-
gaging in the banking business Major
McInnis was, for a number of years,
a professor in the State Agricultural
and Mechanical College. During a
part of the time he was chairman of
the faculty, and as such most success
fully guided the affairs of this institu-
ton.
Mr.. Robert w. Howell, cashier, is
one of the most versatile, virile apd
90 noh1a vouno hucinacc man in this
city, and is prominently connected
with its business and social circles.
Mr.. T. B. Bryan, in charge OF the
collections department of the bank, is
capable, energetic and courteous in the
discharge of the duties entrusted to
him. and is justly rated as business
man of the first order of ability.
The bookkeeping department of this
institution is under the charge of
&c. E. Jones, son OF Charles Jones of
Harvey, and ]. H. Todd, his capable
assistant, each of whom is expert in
the discharge of the important and
responsible duties assigned him.
Mr. Guy NJ. Bryan Jr., one of the
vice presidents of the bank, was for
many years a citizen of Bryan, and
took an active interest in the manage,
ment and the affairs of the institu-
ton, with which he has been connect
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
A. w. BUCHANAN.

Mr.. A. w. Buchanan, Brazos County
Agent for the Farmers Cooperative
Demonstration Work of the United
Sttaes, is a prominent citizen Of
Brazos County, and one OF the ablest
and most efficient agriculturists in the
State of Texas. He is eminently quail
fed for the important position he oc-
cupies, having been a practical farmer
for thirty-two years of his life, and
having always taken active part and
interest in the scientific advancement
of agriculture. He is a pioneer citizen
of Brazos County, having resided here
since 1869. He was elected to the
Legislature from this county in 1887,
where he served with marked distinc-
ton for one term, regular and special
sessions. From 1888 to 1892 he was
lecturer for the State Grange Patrons
of Husbandry, which was one OF the
greatest farmers organizations known
to the history of agriculture He
served efficiently as postmaster of
Bryan from March, 1894, until June,
1898. He was County Treasurer of
Brazos County from 1893 to 1900.
1t is not believed that there is a
man in all the number of the employees
of the Department of Agriculture who
is better qualified by experience, train
ing, and education to fill the position
he now holds than is Mr.. Buchanan,
and the valuable work he has done for
the cause of agriculture is part of
the history of its progress and mate
rial advancement in this part of Texas.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
FIRST NATIONAL BANK.

The First National Bank OF Bryan
is one of the Oldest, soundest, safest
and most conservative financial con-
Germs in Central Texas. 1t has cap
ital stock of 100000, 100000 surplus
and $4,000 of undivided profits
In the year 1873 private bank was
organized by ]. S. Fowlkes & Co.,
composed of ]. S. Fowlkes, c. Tilley
and II. c. Burlington. About the same
time the private banking firm of Clark,
Bryan G. Howell was organized, sue
ceeding w. II. Flippen. Later, in 1886.
these two private banks were consoli-
dated and chartered as a National
bank under the name OF the First
National Bank of Bryan.
The following leading business men
and financiers are the present officers
of the bank:
H. o. Boatwright, president; L. l..
4 MClLuls, VIC pItcldCht, Ouy N' ~ , III
Jr. of Houston, vice president; r. w.
Howell, cashier; J. w. Howell, chair
man of board.
The list of directors includes the
following: ]. w. Howell, L. L. McIn-
mis-, Guy NJ. Bryan Jr., r. w. Howell
and II. o. Boatwright.
Mr.. II. o. Boatwright, the able pres
ident OF the bank, is pioneer citizen
OF Bryan, having resided here for a
period OF thirty-nine years, thirty-four
OF which he has devoted to the up
building OF the business affairs of the
bank to its present prestige as lead
ing financial enterprise in this section
of the State Starting life with no
capital or advantages other than the
splendid mental equipment with which
nature had endowed him, and firm,
unyielding purpose to win his way to
distinguished success, he has, by I'M
faltering energy and intelligent appli-
cation to every business enterprise
and duty devolving upon him in life,
attained the full measure Of his COM
mendable ambition to become a nota-
BILE figure in the lists of those whose
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22

through long years of experience and
untiring application.
This bank is a pillar of financial
strength and has successfully financed
many of the greatest enterprises which
have had prominent part in the devel-
opment of this city to its present com.
mercial magnitude.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-04-22
BELL BROS.
Staple and Fancy Groceries.

The sterling firm of Bell Bros, deal
ers in staple and fancy groceries, is
one of the successful business houses
OF Bryan. This business was estab-
lished here four years ago and has
been a success from its beginning. It
carries superior and extensive line
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1913-08-23
BACKACHE IS
A WARNING
Logan People Should Not Neglect
Their Kidneys

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frequent signal of weakened kidneys.
To cure the pains and aches. to re.
move the lameness when 1t arises
from weakened kidneys, you must
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back, urinary disorders, headaches,
dizzy spells, or are nervous and de-
pressed, start treating the kidneys
with tested kidney remedy.
Doan's Kidney Pills have been
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weak kidneys. Doan's have been
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years. Read Logan testimony.
Mrs. R. H. Smith, 1856 South Sixth
West street, Logan, Utah, says: q
have not changed my high opinion
of Doan's Kidney Pills, publicly ex.
pressed some years ago. You may
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