20 Apr 1912
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1912
Page
1
Notice lists mail subscription rates and guidance for address changes at Bonham Texas post office. It explains duties when moving, required both old and new addresses, and states that resolutions cards of thanks obituaries are charged at regular advertising rates.
The forecast indicates unsettled conditions in Bonham and vicinity with east winds. Texas Sunday shows probable fair weather in the eastern and western regions. Oklahoma expects clouds and cooler conditions on Sunday.
The piece explores how flying machines might reshape war, exploration, and society. It notes aeroplanes could prevent or chaosize conflict, blur nations, alter tariffs and politics, and stresses individual responsibility in progress. It quotes thinkers on thought and progress and cites Astor and Jerome as cautionary examples.
A terse note questions if the reader has planted a den, with a playful or puzzling tone suggesting mutual inaction or a shared missing task. The fragment implies a light, humorous inquiry about a hidden space or setup.
A fragmented local piece notes poet's spring poem ready for release, editor's inside info, and a playful clash over literary Shenanigans. It cites Franklin Po Adams advice to start the day with a smile and a warning about the morning peril. The text quips about life in Houston and desert living as Bailey questions public adoption of a plan amidst plentiful cars and bayou waters.
A Bonham man was robbed of ninety dollars in Dallas last week. The incident prompted warnings for Bonham residents to stay indoors after sundown in large towns. Authorities in nearby Clarksville Times and Denison Herald noted skepticism about such a fortune existing among local Bonham men.
In Bonham and Clarksville discussions, residents question why the Gentry Brothers skip Sherman and pass through towns like Texarkana, Shreveport, and New Orleans. The show touts consolidation under one tent, prioritizing larger cities, while locals recall Mollie Bailey and Honey Grove events and editorials urging regional appearances.
Health is very good at this writing as farmers await dry weather to plant corn. Claude West and family visited Mr. Howell’s family nearby a few days ago. Rain and mud are plentiful and frogs seem to enjoy it. Marvin Burnett visited Harry Jones at Lannius Saturday night and Sunday. The school will be out next week and Prof. Jones is praised as a good teacher. Mrs J T Burnett and daughter Allien visited Mrs Walter Grissom Sunday. Willie Row is ill this week. Allien Burnett visited her aunt Mrs Nannie Bailey in Lannius. Best wishes to the Favorite and its readers. Mud Ball.
Bonham Construction Company is organized to build concrete sidewalks and other cement work. The office is with Steger Lumber Company at Whone 111. Bonham Construction Co. Nat Bradford, Manager.
L P Harrison of Paris Texas sells duck eggs in white and fawn and white white egg strains at two to five dollars per dozen. Ducks described as pure stock and not related to other flocks.
A terse line notes that most men shadowed by detectives are somewhat shady, implying perceptions of suspicion around investigative processes and personal conduct.
The Bonham City Council approves an ordinance setting monthly water and sewerage bills due on the first of each month. Bills are mailed after meter readings and must be paid by the twentieth. nonpayment leads to water shutoff. The measure suspends the usual committee referral to finalize passage immediately.
A compact line reflects on how experience can humble or elevate a person, depending on how they respond. It suggests that seasoned encounters expose weaknesses or reinforce strength through action and judgment. The phrase underscores contrast between restraint and assertion in leadership.
An ad touts a five bushel sack of International Sugareed for $1.85 as a better feed option than damaged corn. It claims no extra work for horses or mules and invites customers to visit Sid Smith & Company for assured feed varieties and demonstrations.
Upper Sandusky Ohio resident Mrs Benj H Stansbury describes severe illness after marriage three years ago. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills with restoring her health after a doctor suggested hospital care. The letter promotes the remedy for female ailments and urges others to try it.
Farmers advance planting as spring weather returns. Oats and gardens look fine. Health is good. H B Bridges and family visited Sam De Woody's. Lonnie Brent stayed with Trenry Warnell. Callie Herriage and Callie Dunn visited Flora Lorainer. Terriage family visited W B Farmer Moore’s Chapel. Warnell family with Herriage guests. Rev Guthrie preached Saturday night and Sunday. Shady Gravettes attended church. Fernie Moore visited J Bollerrage. J L Stroud of Moore's Chapel visited Thomas family. Will Brent’s family visited Henry Warnell Sunday.
Miss Nora Uinrden and Miss Virgie Tetteller hosted visits this week. Bonham couple Lon Williams visited Guthrie family. Logans called on Mr Herndon and kin. George Tet teller and family hosted visitors. Hallie Sifford traveled to Fort Worth. Hawkins spent Sunday with the Surles. Guthries attended Snow Lill preaching. Rev Frances Dale preached at Hail. Arsella Wilson stayed with Tefteller. Augie and Houghton played ball. score 9 to 8 for Houghton.
In a Rivesville letter Mrs. Dora Martin says after three years of womanly troubles and night pains a doctor urged surgery. She credits Cardul with her recovery claiming it saved her life and she now recommends it to friends. Cardul is advertised as relieving symptoms and addressing the cause.
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