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Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
COUNTY MAN
WILL DISCUSS FLOOD
CONTROL In CAMERON

7. c. Richardson. of Lyford, Willacy
county, is in Brownsville. making ar
rangements for a series Of meetings at
which the subject of flood control " II
de discussed Arrangements have al
ready been made TO hold meeting at
La Feria Thursday. August 3. and an
other at Harlingen Friday. August 4.
Meetings will be held in other commune
ties in the Valley and dates announced
a. soon as arrangements are complete.
Flood control j. vital issue with us
in Willacy county" Mr.. Richardson
stated. In the Lyford district approx
imately 80 per cent of the crop was
lost in the recent flood. and we are
facing a hard proposit on" Mr.. Richard
son stated that he had about 80 acres in
cotton and has only q or that was not
completely destroyed.
Mr.. Richardson was formerly county
agent for Cameron county. moving to
Lyford about two years ago. where he
purchased farm. He is well known in
all parts of the county and his ability
as a speaker and organizer will assure n
large attendance AT the meetings.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
BOTH PARTIES HOLD
COUNTY CONVENTIONS
Republican Convention

About fifty republicans. representing
practically every precinct in Cameron
county. were present at the republican
county convention which convened at the
city hall in Brownsville Saturday after
noon.
After the reading of the primary
election returns. which had been can
vassed by the county committee in the
morning, Jesse bennett took the chair
as temporary chairman Of the convention.
While the committee on credentials. com
posed Of George French. q. 5. Osborne
and Leo Wise was out Of the room. W.
X. Morrison of San Benito delivered "A
talk in which he stressed the need of "A
teal organization. stating that the demo-
cratic party was badly split up now,
and trs republicans should put ticket
in the field
The temporary organization was made
permanent, and committee on resolu-
tions appointed. While this committee
was out lohn 7. Lomax gave short
address along The lines of that delivered
by Mr.. Morrison. stating that the party
must put out men whom no one would be
ashamed Of having voted for. We will
in few years see Texas changed from
rock-ribbed democracy to republican
state" the speaker said.
Mr.. Miller of FL Jardn spoke declar-
ing that the republican party should put
a ticket in the field in order 70 have
something to fight for. Following his
speech the committee on resolutions
read sct-of Resolutions which were
adopted. The resofurfon endorsed Hard
ing ana creager. pledged allegiance TO
the constitution. and declared in favor
of protective tariff
VIM. West then gave a talk. in which
he gave a bit of history on the growth
of the republican party in Texas, stating
that there was no organization in the
state to which we could turn thar ad-
vocated good government but the re-
publican party. Put the facts before
the people. said Mr.. West and let the
people use Their judgement
Mr.. Rogers OF Haringen was the
next speaker. declaring that there were
thousands and thousands of democrats
IN Texas who are dying for a chance
% vote for some good. decent republican
from the office Of governor down. and
the time i ripe now to beat out the
democrats for some Of the highest Of
fices.
The question Of a county ticket was
discussed. and it was decided TO put out
a ticket on the ballot. The chairman
was aushorz zed to choose a delegate from
each Of the precincts in the county to
meet and consider what democratic NOM
inees should BE- opposed. The committee
will report at the next convention, Sep
'embcr !. and ticket will then he
made up. following the democratic
run-off.
DICK -Morris-was elected coanty chair
NAV and list Of delegates were chosen.
The delegates are: Morris. Kowalski.
Morrison. Banker. Crcager Shelton.
rrunrfnrer On rage Three)
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
MODEL DAIRY
farm STARTED
In Ell JARDIN
s"Sweet Briar Dairy Farm
Will be Strictly Modern in
All Its Appointments
cure Herd Of Lasaters

A dairy farm to be known as the
"Sweet Brier Dairy" operated and
equipped upon strictly modern lines.
Is to be opened in the FL Jar in COM
niunity next Tuesday. with w. LlAldrich.
m experienced dairy man in charge.
The opening of the farm will be made
an event Of considerable Importance, and
Tuesday evening the Sweet Brier
Dairy" will act as host 10 all visitors
who desire to come and inspect it. An
orchestra has been secured by the man
axer for the occas ION, refreshments
will be served. and interesting addresses
are promised. Judge Dancy. who has
taken a deep interest in the extension
Of the dairy industry in the Valley. be-
ing onE Of the speakers. A general in
viiation has been extended to the resi-
dents Of Brownsville and FL Jardin, and
il is expected that many of them will
avail themselves of the opportunity 10
visit the dairy farm.
The barns of the Sweet Briar Dairy"
are being built in units. each unit ac-
scmodating 20 cows. The first unit has
yfen completed, and others will be built
rs the gro,.th Of the business demands.
The management proposes the construc-
iion of two or three more units as soon
as the work can be accomplished. and
expects to have at least on hAndred cows
in q few months.
The cows for the Sweet Brier Dairy"
are bci,s: secured from the famous Las
ater herd ut Falfurrias. The first ship
ment arrived this morning. and others
Wit be brought in when barn space is
available. A registered bull from the
Lssater herd was also in the shipment
received this morning.
w. l.. Aldrich. manager of the farm.
came to the FL Jardin community two
years ago from Council Bluffs. Iowa.
one Of the richest dairying and stock
districts Of that state. He has been
actively engaged in the dairy industry
many years prior TO coming to the Val
ley.
81 came to the conclusion that truck
ing was not the most profitable branch
Of farming in the Valley" said Mr. Al
drich. "and ! decided 10 go into dairy
ing. q branch which cannot fail to be
profitable here if the right kind of cows
are secured" In accordance with his
deciSSop he Incorporated the Sweet
Brier Dairy" and is confident that
il will eventually be the model for
scores Of other dairy farms in the Val
The dairy will make a specially of
butter and butter milk. A copyright
has been secured upon the name Of
Sweet Brier Dairy" and every pound
Of butter placed upon the marke; will
bear its stamp. assuring the purchasers
they are securing Valley product.
produced by dairy that is sanitary in
every respect.
Mr.. Aldrch stated thar the dairy has
no intention Of going beyond the Valley
market at present for the sale of its
products. but they will build and ex-
pand Yre plant a the business grows.
A complete creamery plant has been in
stalled and running water and electric
lights are supplied all it's buildings.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
into CAMPAIGN
TO INACCURATE
REAL CLEANING
Brownsville Women Organ
ize Sam Robertson for
Sheriff Club With Viewing
Of Rectifying Conditions

Sam Robertson for Sheriff Club was
organized by the women of Brownsville
Saturday afternoon. at meeting at
which between thirty aad forty rep
resentative women of the city were
present. The meeting was characterized
by great earnestness on the part Of the
members and general determination
70 assist in seeing that things are cleaned
up in Cameron county, ii the votes Of
the women of the county can do il.
Mss Bette Hopper was named tenn
ro'arv chairman, and Miss Julia Webb
temporary secretary. Miss Hopper stat
ed the purpose OF the meeting in u few
well chosen and earnest words. Per-
manent organization resulted in the cleo
tion of Mrs. W. b. Walton as chairman.
Mrs. r. r. Holland vice chairman and
Mrs. l.. f. Shelton secretary.
As setting forth the object of the or
Ganizstion of the club. a set of reso-
lutions was introduced. depicting briefly
brt pointedly the serious moral con-
dit:on existing in Cameron county. es-
lccially the disreputable condition in
which the county Jail has been kept, as
tcid in the last grand jury report. and
pledging the club TO the support Of Sam
Robertson for sheriff on his one-plank
platform law enforcement. The reSo-
luticnS which were adopted unanimously
by rising vote, are as follows:
Whereas. there has come to our
knowledge. a. citizens and voters. the
existence Of unspeakable conditions in
Cameron county for which the present
sheriff. is, either directly or indirectly.
responsibie; and, although these dis
agreeable matters have been well aired
in public, yet the persons whom the
sheriff Claims to be responsible and who
are rnder his control. are still retained
~ him a. his deputies and employees,
showing tncreby that he either ratifies
their action 81 paliates their misconduct;
and.
whereas such conditions. if allowed to
continue will become a menace to our
Eones. and our children; and.
Whereas, the male citizens of our
county fer business or other reasons,
are unwilling or unable TO correct these
evils that threatened 10 destroy the
lu'ilS ol true CillLenrnlp. anu the lOun-
datIon Of our christian civilization; and.
Whereas. Col. Sam A. Robertson. at. a
personal business sacrifice 10 himself,
as true example of American patriot
isg. has consented to enter his candidacy
for sheriff Of Cameron county on the
democratic ticket. pledged TO correct
these outstanding evils. to enforce the
laws and 10 cooperate with our county
commissioners in the effort TO give us a
clean. business and economic admins
tra;ion: therefore.
BE it resolved. by the women citizens
of Brownsville. Texas:
Flrst-That we deplore the necessity
Of being forced 10 enter activity in poll
tics. in order 10 correct the present in
tolerable conditions.
Second We should organize our
selves into law enforcement organi-
Continued on Page Fourl
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
Democratic Convention

The democratic county conventi on.
held al the court house Saturday after
noon. was well attended. every precinct
in the county being represented by dele
gates and "a large number Of interested
spectat ors also attending. The convention
was one ~ the most harmonious in the
history of the county. friction of every
character being conspicuous by its alb
sence.
The meeting was called TO order by the
county chairman, i. W Seabury. and A.
l.. Lewis OF Harrington was elected see
reiary. The various committees Were
appointed. after which a permanent or
ganization was affected. with Judge
Spears Of San Benito as chairman and
a. Z. .-trwry.-of--iSss4,sse secretary.
Mr.. Lewis and Judge Cunningham. al
30 Of Harlingen. made the principal ad
dresses. Mr.. Lewis spoke along the
line Of the accomplishments of the pres
ent state administration. lauding Gov
ernor Neff for the firm stand he has
taken in law enforcement and for his
decided aggressiveness in promoting
both the moral and material welfare of
length upon the present status Of Texas
schools. pointing out the necessity for
various improvements and stating that
Texas must build up school system
which will be second to none in the
United States.
Judge Cunningham's address was de-
voted principally TO the necessity of
cleaner politics and cleaner admins
tration Of public duties. His remarks
were crisp and 70 the point and made
an excellent impression upon his au-
diiors.
The illiterate voter was another sub
ject for discussion by Judge Cunningham.
and he emphasized the necessity of
strict observance of the voting laws es-
pecially in the border county. where
there are many illiferates.
The principal business before the con-
venrion was the selection OF delegates
20 the various conventions. the follow
ing lists being selected:
Delegates 10 the 2sih Judicial Dis
;r.ct conventions: Samuel Spears. A. l..
Brooks. s. c. Tucker. W. y. Coe. John o.
Prentiss and A. l.. Lewis.
Delegates TO 2Srd Senatorial District
conventions Mrs j. o. Wheeler. A. +.
Montgomery, .S5M Botts. E. Tt Briggs.
0. +. Stuart, A. J. Rabel. Harbert Daven-
port. John !. Kleiber- and w Taylor.
Delegates 20 18th Congressional Dis
trict convention: +. W. Seabury. Samuel
Spears. s. Finley Ewfng. Frank S. Rob
ertson. H. b. Galbraith. Mrs. Grant Ra-
der. Mrs. J. G. George. Mrs. Sallie PEN
dleton, Mrs. A. Y. Cunningham. Charles
Champion 4nd G. 9. Woods. -
Delegates to 4th Sup. Jud. District
convention: James A. Graham, browns
villel. James b. Wells. ]. C. George. c.
VI. Robards. T. A. Kinder. w. R. Jones
Ded 5. Perkins, r. A. Hightower. and
o. c. Dancy
Delegates to Representative District
tcontinued on Page Four)
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
MYERS WITHDRAWS
RESIGNATION; VERY
PLEASING TO NEFF
tBy The Associated Pressl

Commissioner Joseph S. Myers today
withdrew his resignation on. which was
wired to Governor Neff several days
ago from Denson. The withdrawal
was made by wire from Denison. Myers
said after further consideration
would like 10 withdraw my resignation
If il is agreeable TO Governor Neff."
Neff replied that il was agreeable
to him. and complimented Myers on his
services as commissioner adding that
he appreciated his splendid. efficient
services"
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30

bridge. but was paroled after two months
Of the sentence had been served.
Bruder was noted as an athlete. being
an expert polo player. He was also
an expert swimmer. and this coupled
with the fact that two of his teeth
were found miss ng. lead to the deduc-
tion that he was struck by one Of the
mules after he dved into the water
70 rescue Blcvin.
Private Bruder made the supreme
sacrifice in that he gave up his life for
his friend. He was standing on the
bank OF the river. when the wagon in
which Blevin was riding ran back into
the river. dragging the team with il.
Bruder in keeping with his whole life
Of sportsmanship. when he saw that his
companion had fallen into the river.
divcd in 10 save him. although the cur
rent was bad in that particular place.
He was probably struck by one of the
mules in an attempt to rescue Blevin.
Greater love hath no man than this:
That a man lay down his life for a
friend"
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
DECISIVE ACTION TO SAVE us. OIL LAND
Dallas Republicans Start
Boom For R. B. Creager as
Candidate For U.S.. Senator

ing to the opinions expressed by re-
publican leaders here. We know
him and his friends in all parts of
Texas know him." was the remark
made by a prominent Brownsville
republican, when informed of the
boom inaugurated in Dallas. "and
he is the man we need as a candi-
date for senator. There is not q
man in Texas who has more friends
or who has the confidence Of the
voters to a greater extent than MIR.
Creager. feel assured he will be
rendered the republican nomination.
and IL he will accept il, there is no
man in Texas who can give the dem
ocratic nominee harder run"
Among the republicans Of Browns
Vile there is decided sentiment
that Mr.. Creager should get into the
campaign. His extensive acquaint-
anee and popularity. they point out.
would be an important factor in
strengthening the ticket and giving
them an opportunity TO take ad-
vantage Of the situation in the dem
ocratic party, which will be badly
split. they contend, after the second
primary campaign is concluded.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
DELEGATE TO BRAZIL

COLLEGE STATION. Tex. July 30.
DR.. II. Iuungblood. director of the
extension station of the A. and Nj. col
lege here, has accepted an appoiatmen,
as delegate from the United States
tn the second American Congress of
Economical Expansion and Commercial
instruction to he held al Rio De Janeiro,
Brazil. October II 10 -. DIR. Young
blood was appointed representative by
Secretary Of State Hughes on recon-
mendation Of Secretary Of Agriculture
Wallace
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
HARDING FORWARDS
STRIKE SETTLEMENT
PLANS In WRITING
(By The Associated PressI

WASHINGTON. ID. C.. July 20. - Pres
ident Harding today reduced 10 writing
and forwarded to the chief representa-
tives Of the striking railway employees
and the railway executives his plans for
the settlement Of the railway strike. il
was learned tonight from advisers 81 the
administration.
The advisers are positive the set
tlement plan evolved by President Hard
ing from his conferences here this week
with leaders of both parties of the con
troversy. have been forwarded prepara-
tory 20 the meeting Tuesday Of railway
leaders in Chicago
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
WHO GAVE
\ LIFE FOR COMRADE
IS FOUND IN RIVER

a mystery was cleared up yesterday
when the body of Private Adolph Bruder.
who had not been seen since he jumped
into the Rio Grande river nearly two
weeks ago in an attempt to save the
life Of Ruben Blevin. was found yes
ferday about six miles below Browns
vilt.
The body was buried temporarily near
the bank of the river. where IL was
found. and a detachment of soldiers
of the Twelfth Cavalry will go down this
morning AID BIZ ng it TO Fort Brown.
The deceased will be given burial with
military honors this morning mt 10
o'clock. interment being in the city
cemetery.
Bruder. who was twenty-ore years Of
ago. enlisted in the army from his native
state Michigan. and had u clean record
nth the exception of one term in the
Nrd house. He was given a six-month
gee in the guard house for falling
on his post on the international
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
HOME RULE is lNDlA'S
HOPE SAYS MRS. BESANT

FREMANTLE. Australia. July 20. -
Home rule for India. with Dominion
status. II the objective of the Indian
people. according 10 Mrs Annie Besant.
the weli-known Theosophist leader. who
arrived here recently.
In the course of an interview Mrs.
Bcsant said everything would be well in
India. she thought. if Britain only would
grant the country home rule.
The people. since Gandhi's imprison-
ment. were beginning 70 appreciate that
he was not the divine being. able TO
work miracles. which they had believed
him TO he. She anticipated that ari-
tat'oa along constitutional lines would
replace revolutionary tactics and wonld
bring peace 10 India within reasonable
time.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30

A boom for X. b. Creager Of
Brownsville as the nominee of the
republican state convention for
United States senator was inaug-
urated yesterday by republican lead
crs in Dallas and several other
points in the northern and central
parts Of the state. The Dallas news
papers made a feature OF the boom
in their Saturday afternoon edi-
tions. resulting in considerable agi-
tation in political circles i'm that
city.
Mr.. Creager, when apprised Of
what was transpiring in Dallas
made the following statement for
the benefit of the press. Il am not
a candidate for the republican nom-
inafion for United States senator.
but We are going tn put up n good
man at our state convention and I
am going to back him to the limit.
In view of the present condition
in the democratic ranks | am conf
dent we can elect him"
The emphatic declaration Of Mr..
Creager that he will not he a can
didate for the nomination may re-
suit in him being drafted" accord
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
MAJOR RLEACUE
FENCEBUSTERS
HAVECALAD DAY
fBv The Associated PresN

CHICAGO. H.. July 20. Smashing
out a grand total of twenty-one home
runs in the afternoon session today. and
p;ling up a new worlds record total
homeruns in any one day. major league
fence busters today held ar open field
meet with Ken Williams. st. Louis Am
erican Slugger. and Babe Ruth in the
running.
Williams, knocking out his twenty
fourth homer. tied his Mackman rival.
Tillie Walker. for American League
homerun honorS. Ruth boosted his sea
son total TO eighteen when he parked
the ball. The National Lcaguers to-
tailed fourteen circuit clouts. Amer
lean Leaguers, seven.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
DEPUTY SHERIFF AND THREE
KILLED IN BATTLE
rBvThe Associated Pressl

MACON, Ia. July :n.-DepWy
Sheriff Byrd was shot and instantly
killed. and three negroes were shot here
tonight in th. downtowned district. The
casualties occurred after Deputies Byrd.
Rally and .Iakes. the latter a negro, e--
tered negro pool room on broadway
near Cherry street. The negro is saiu
10 have shot Byrd in the back after
which the firing became general. When
i was over. Byrd was found dying and
three negroes were found dead
The police Immediately began closing
all business places in the block. most
~ which are operated by negroes. Ia
prevent possible race riots.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
COAL SHORTAGE
is REPORTED AT
SEVERAL POINTS

Government activities in the distribu-
tion Of coal are limited because of the
interstate question according 10 WASH
ington announcement, AID a. resun
many sections of the country are al
ready beginning 10 feel the effects of a
coal shortage.
Five OF the big steel furnaces ut
Youngstown. Ohio, have been forced 4.
close down because of the lack of coal
and Omaha. Nebraska. has reported
that the supply of coal for home con
sumption is practically exhausted.
J. J.. Lewis, mii.- leader. tonight re-
peated his former statement that the
Interstate wage conference would soon
he arranged.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
LASATER OF FALFURRIAS
WILL ATTEND c. c. MEET

A telegram was received last night
from Ed Lasater Of Falfurras stating
that he would attend the meeting of the
Valley Chamber of Commerce to be
held at Harlingen Thursday. August 4.
II is understood that the proposition
Of dairy extension in the Valley will be
thoroughly discussed at this meeing. and
Mr.. Lasater. who has extensive dairy in
terests at FaIfurrias. will be called upon
10 give ideas and plans for the promo
tion of the industry among Valley farm
ers
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
REFUSED RAIL JOB
COT BEATING ANYWAY
nv The Assoriated Press J

TTT.SA. UkIa July NV. j. raII-
man was seized by three unidentified
men today who forced him L. "A loLely
spot in the surburbs of the city where
he was given n severe heating. lIallman
said he came here seeking employment.
hut had inst refused an offer of n job
by the Frisco road.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1922-07-30
Mine GUARDS AND !
STRIKERS BATTLE
in OHIO DISTRICT
fRv The Associated Presx)

CADIZ. Ohio. July 30. Several hun
dred shots were fired during an en-
counter last night and today between
mine guards and striking miners at
the Penovia Mine United Coal Co. Har-
rison county. near Adena. jefferson
county. according 10 reports made to
Sheriff Martin 'of Harrison county.
No casualties were reported. The
mine guards used machine guns in re-
turning the fire OF the miners.