12 Apr 1946
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1946
Page
1
A fragmented notice references rules for publishing notices and ads in the paper. It highlights instructions on ordering updates to avoid delays and mentions changes to the use of sews and credited content.
A barrage of 1920s style notices advertises 4 to 8 room homes, barns, chicken houses, gardens, and corner lots in Dodd City and nearby towns. Prices range from 1200 to 4250 with terms available. features include concrete walks, gas, city water, school access, and proximity to Bailey English School.
Federal officers said a plot to free Ollie Melton, an accused bank robber and former Matt Kites gang member, was exposed. A heavy guard will accompany Melton to Lubbock for a May 27 trial as code messages and saw blades found in his cell are cited in the case.
Rear Admiral A S Merrill commander of the Eighth Naval District charged that the proposed army navy merger would weaken the U S Navy and place the war under army control. He noted his views are personal and cited his Pacific War fame as former Task Force 39 commander. He added that Americans over 45 now make up over a quarter of the U S population, about double the share a century ago.
The Texas Highway Department issued bids for more than 700 miles of road reconditioning including one bridge and nine others to be painted. Estimated cost is 2 1 0 0 0 0. Bids open April 24 and 25. Largest project covers 9 miles of roadway in King Dickens and Foard counties east of Lubbock with a 60 day completion. Bridge to be built in Taylor.
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