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The Bryan Daily Eagle and Pilot Vol. (VII. No. 301. BRYAN, TEXAS, SATURDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 9, 1912.

PRICE: $4.00 PER YEAR IT IS IMPORTANT that you buy your groceries and market during the month of November where you will positively get the best goods and prompt, satisfactory service. For your special baking, for Thanksgiving preparations, for cold weather food demands, we are prepared to serve you to special advantage. Phone 23 or 150 and begin your month's trade with HARDY NEWTON The market carries all kinds of Fresh Meats, Fish and Oysters. Phone 119 will get the butcher and quick delivery, MAYOR MALONEY RESIGNS AS CITY'S CHIEF EXECUTIVE Important Meeting of City Council, Election for Bond Issu to Pave Main Street Ordered. The ctiy council met in regular session last night with all officers present, and some very, important matters were passed upon.

Alderman Jenkins moved that an election be called that $25,000 in bonds might be issued for the purpose of paving Main street on the front foot plan, and that $10,000 might be voted for the erection of a city water tower and the boring ef a new well, which will soon be an absolute necessity on account of the vast increase in the quantity of water consumed. The motion prevailed. The resignation of Dr. Sims, the city health officer, who stated that his practice did not give him sufficient time to attend to the office, was accepted. Upon motion of Alderman Walker, the city sanitary committee was empowered to employ a health officer and see that in the future he should be vigorously supported and that the laws should be carried out to the letter.

The firemen reported that they are short of dependable hose, and Alderman Levy made a motion that 400 feet of good hose be purchased. The motion carried. The important question of street privileges was taken up and it was decided that the street privilege 11- cense for each wagon or vehicle should be $100 cash in advance annually, and $25 cash in advance annually for foot vendors. It was pressly ruled that the aforesaid 11- cense should not apply to the farmers of the surrounding country who wished to come in to market their products. The violators of the above ordinance shall be fined not less than $5 nor more than $25.

A reduction of 2 per cent on the insurance key rate is allowed where a standing reward of $100 is offered for the arrest and conviction of anyone guilty of arson within the corporate limits. The council ordered that this be done and proper notices posted. Alderman Jenkins caled attention to the fact that violations of the gasoline ordinance were frequent, and the council ordered that the fire marshal's inspection report of any violation should render the violator liable to a fine of from $5 to $25. The resignation of Mayor Maloney, to take effect at once, was tendered and accepted, Alderman Walker being now mayor pro tem, and will continue to serve as mayor until Mr. Maloney's successor is elected.

The following resolutions were adopted and the meeting adjourned: the Hon. J. T. Maloney has been selected by the voters to serve as the next judge of Brazos county; and, "Whereas, this has necessitated his severing his official connection with 118 in the city council; therefore be it "Resolved, That while we are pleased to know of his official advancement, we wish to express to him our regret at his leaving us, as well as our aprpeciation of his faithful attention to the duties of the office, of his impartial and courteous treatment of us in particular, and the citizens of Bryan as a whole. We hope that he may be blessed with good health, 80 that ho will be enabled to give Brazos -county, in his new official capacity, as efficient service as he has rendered the city in the past.

"Resolved, That the city secretary be instructed to present a copy of this resolution to Mr. Maloney, that a copy be inserted in the records of the city, and that a copy be furnished our city paper for publication. "Bryan, Texas, Nov. 8, 1912." JACK JOHNSON WANTED A LARGE CELL A Riot Was Started in Chicago Jail Because Johnson Was Not Locked in Negro Section. Associated Chicago, Nov.

among the white prisoners in the county jail, when they learned Jack Johnson, the pugilist, had not been locked up in the negro section, became SO great today that his removal to the negro section was necessary: Johnson objected to this. His request for a larger cell was denied. Special Car Monday Morning, There will be a special car leave Bryan Monday morning at 6 o'clock over the interurban for College Station for the convenience of the people of Bryan desiring to catch the excursian train to the footbal game at Houston, American Beauty When you buy a sack of flour you want to know that you are not taking chances of it being good. You want to know that it will not only make good biscuit and cakes, but light bread as well. In other words, you want to know that it will suit you in every respect.

That's why we are selling SO much American Beauty. You know that when you buy 3 sack of American Beauty it is going to please you and you will not be worried with sending it back. Order a sack today and you will have solved the problem of having good bread. Bell Bros. THREE WAGONS Phones 111 and 179 The Quality Grocers Why Shorten Your Life Worrying About Groceries and Service? The Freshest Groceries AND: Promptest Service to be Had Give us a trial and you will be convinced.

SANDERS BROS. Prompt Delivery Phones 104 and 512 pr. TWO FORTS CAPTURED AT ADRIANOPLE Bulgarian and Allied Armies Gradually Tightening the Colle Around Turkey. Associated Sofia, Nov. The Bulgarian army besieging Andrianople captured two of the outer line forts defending the city after a desperate artillery duel today.

The Bulgarians lost heavily. Both Armies Sustain Heavy Losses. Associated Uskup, Nov. a battle which resulted in the capture of Perope by the Servians, they lost 2500 killed or wounded and the Turks suffered 6000 casualties. The battlefield is still covered with corpses.

England to Protect Her Interests. Associated Press.1 Malta, Nov. British battleships and one cruiser left today for Constantinople. Bulgarians Hammering Tchatalja. (By Associated Vienna, Nov.

received here today say the Bulgarians are attacking with all their strength the Turkish positions at Tchatalja, and the fall of these vital defenses is only a matter of hours. Two Strongholds Surrender. Associated Athens, Nov. capitulation of the Turkish fortresses of Saloniki and Karaburum was signed last night. Twenty-five thousand Turks surrendered.

End of War May Be Near. Associated Press.1 London, Nov. end of the Balkan war now seems reasonably near. The surrender of Saloniki leaves only three centers, Scutari, Monastir and Janina, in the western field of operations in the hands of the Turks. Turks Claim a Victory, Associated Constantinople, Nov.

Turkish garrison of Adrianople claims to have severely defeated the Bulgarians in a two days' battle in the vicinity of Maras. SENATOR BAILEY TIRED OF ANSWERING RUMORS Did Not Wish To Be "Impudent," but Considered the Matter of His Resignation His Own Affair. Associated Gainesville, Texas, Nov. Bailey, referring to a Tumor that he would resign from the United States senate, said today he was tired of answering rumors. That if he decided to resign he would, if he did not decide to resign he would not resign, and that he considered it entirely his own business.

He said he did not mean to be "impudent," but was worried to death by rumors. FIGHT BETWEEN MEXICANS AND OFFICERS Associated El Paso, Texas, Nov. Hughes received a call for the aid of state rangers today from Fort Stockton, where several Mexicans were killed and three badly wounded in a fight last night with peace officers. DALLAS PATROLMAN KILLED A NEGRO Associated Dallas, Texas, Nov. W.

Johnson shot and kiled. Zack Bolden, a negro, today when the latter tried to shoot a fellow officer who attempted to arrest Bolden. Little Albert Mathis Dead. Little Albert Mathis, the six-yearold son of Mr. and Mrs.

C. H. Mathis of Reliance, who was accidentally shot on last Saturday, has succumbed to his injuries and passed quietly to rest at 10 o'clock last night. He was buried at 4 o'clock this afternoon at old Tryon Baptist church. Mr.

and Mrs. Mathis have the profound sympathy of neighbors and friends in their deep bereavement. IDAHO MAY SWING INTO WILSON COLUMN Count in a Few States Not Completed Yet and Results Very Close. Associated Boise, Idaho, Nov. returns early today show Taft in the lead by only a small majority.

The districts not reported may place Idaho in the Wilson column. Roosevelt Has Lead in California. Associated San Francisco, Nov. stood 609 votes ahead of Wilson in California early this morning. Iowa Elects Republican Governor.

Associated Press.1 Des Moines, Iowa, Nov. returns from all counties today assures the election of George W. Clarke, republican, as governor by mor: than 3000. ARRESTED FOR A KILLING -FIVE YEARS AGO Associated Fort Worth, Texas, Nov. Howard, arrested in California charged with a killing twenty-five years ago, reached here today.

He admits the killing of Joe Greenburg, but pleads self-defense. He surrendered to free his conscience of a cloud, he SNEED'S SECOND TRIAL SET FOR MONDAY Now In Fort Worth To Be Tried for Killing Capt. A. G. Boyce, Sr.

Associated Fort Worth, Texas, Nov. Beal Sneed was brought to Fort Worth today to await his second trial Monday on a charge of killing Al. G. Boyce, last January. He says he is feeling fine and has gained in weight since his arrest in Amarillo.

MR. UMENSETTER DEAD Mr. George Umensetter died at his store home in this city at 9:10 o'clock last p. m. night after a long illness.

Mr. Umen-1912, setter was a native of Ohio and was 68 years of age. He came to Bryan with his family several years ago, and while very quiet and of a retiring ture, was a gentleman in every sense of the word and made warm friends of all with whom he came in contact. He was married to Miss Sarah Vaughn at Sherman, Texas, in 1875, and his good wife preceded him several years ago. He is survived by four chidren, Mrs.

D. F. Trapp, Mrs. George Mobley and Miss Dora Umensetter of this city and Carl Umensetter of Nevada. The remains will be shipped to Palestine tonight and laid to rest in that city tomorrow morning at 9:30 o'clock under the auspices of the Masonic lodge of which he was a member.

The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their great sorrow- 66 "GROCERIES" New Fall Goods Arriving Daily. We are Well Equipped to Serve You -GOODS FRESHWill Appreciate Your Grocery Account. DAVID REID CO. Prompt Service and Courteous Attention Phones 54 and 78 AGGIDENT AT RAILROAD CROSSING Horse and Buggy Driven by Negro Struck Causing a Serious Smash-Up, The H. T.

C. soundbound 2:45 train this afternoon struck a horse and buggy driven by a negro, Aaron Gibbs of Roan's Prairie, at the crossing near the stock pens, totally demolishing the buggy and throwing the horse and negro down into the deep ravine by the track. The negro suffered scalp wounds and it is impossible yet to determine the extent of his injuries. The horse is cut up badly and will probably die. The train whistled but the negro misjudged its distance.

ORTIE M'MANIGAL ON THE WITNESS STAND Associated Indianapolis, Nov. the first time in public, Ortie McManigal began telling his story as a government witness today. He asserted he always tried to protect people's lives. Visiting Minister at Baptist Church. Rev.

W. H. Gibson of the Baptist General Convention will preach at the First Baptist church in this city tomorrow at both the morning and evening services. Rev. Gibson is an able minister and all who hear him will be both edified and helped spiritually.

Bids Wanted. Sealed bids will be received at the of David Reid Co. until 6 on the 21st day of November, for the erection and completion of a residence for David Reid. Plans may be seen at the above address, at the discretion of the owner. "WHAT BRYAN SHOULD DO FOR ITS YOUNG MEN" The last of the series of sermons for young men preached at the First Methodist church will be delivered Sunday at 7:3 p.

m. The subject will be "What Bryan Should Do for Its Young Men." The sermon will be of especial interest to the older men of Bryan as well as to its young men. These sermons have been heard by large numbers of young men and have proved of much general interest. says. Football A.

M. VS. University of OKLAHOMA Houston Nov. 11th. Game called 3 P.

M. General Admission $1.00 Reserved Seats 50 cents Box Seats $2.50 Reserved seats and Box seats on sale at College Station. Mail orders addressed to Joe Utay, will be filled. All orders for Box seats must be made at once as they will be sold immediately. Electric Iron $2.78 As a special introductory price we have been given 12 Fanfield Irons to be sold at $1.22 less than regular price.

These Irons bear the usual guarantee. Terms 50c cash, balance on time. BRYAN POWER CO. Phone 431 THE PIANO OF TODAY Is the Player Piano. THE CROWN COMBINOLA is the Player Piano of today.

It's everybody's piano truly, for it makes possible anybody's rendering the masterpieces like a finished musician. With the CROWN COMBINOLA you can have a whole orchestra, comprising, a harp, guitar, banjo, bell chimes and picalo. Nothing equals it in player pianos. You should call at our store and hear it play. BEST PIANOS, BEST PRICES, BEST TERMS E.

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