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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
1
A street affray in the Bituminous Fields of Texas left coal miners and a senator's 250,000 men unit involved. A scalp laceration was reported amid the clash as tensions rose over labor actions.
To our friends with hearts overflowing gratitude we attempt to act our heartfelt thanks to many kind and loving friends who assisted and visited our beloved wife mother and child during her illness and death. The tender sympathy will remain in our memory. May the reward hoped for in heaven be our blessing. Harris C.x and children, lL. Weathereby and family.
A fire Saturday in San Angelo destroyed a house and all belongings. Mrs J S Bailey and Mr and Mrs Peters suffered heavy losses and had minimal or no insurance. Friends in Bonham regret the misfortune as residents of Oklahoma are affected. Attorneys are involved.
About 250,000 coal miners across the United States are idle or awaiting new wage terms after a standstill in talks between the United Mine Workers and coal operators. The strike affects Illinois Missouri Kansas and the southwestern district with thousands idle. Officials say the stoppage aims to pressure a new scale while political tensions within the miners' union and operator disagreements delay a settlement.
Judge George W. Riddle heads the Texas Democratic Club with new headquarters at 546 Main. He directs speakers and literature while ready to arrange joint debates with Baileyites on short notice. Several top horses in town have died recently without insurance, prompting offers for livestock insurance.
Central Pennsylvania and Black Coal District of Indiana miners sign up as a strike enlarges. A poultry dealer offers top prices for turkeys chickens and furs noting proximity to the court house. Local figures report a tense exchange between Helm and Davis with disputed blows. Mrs Crisaman Baxter Sisler head to Fort Worth for a State Sunday School convention as delegates from First Methodist. Judge Iddle says Bailey debates are declined and vows to keep challenging speakers across the state.
The district court term ended this afternoon with no divorces granted. Local items note the First Presbyterian Church seeking to hire an organist and several town residents visiting Bells to work on a new school building.
Item from McMillen's in Bonham Texas highlights violin bows strings and other musical accessories for sale. Local shop advertises a range of instrument parts inviting musicians to browse inventory for quality substitutes and repairs.
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