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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1908
Page
2
The notice explains checking sanding on subscription books via the date opposite the address on the margin of the paper. It states payments should show as credits within one week and that under new postal rules the paper cannot be sent to anyone more than three months in arrears, with a consequence on delivery.
A lyrical verse invites sunshine and cheerful imagery as the speaker requests a day filled with bright skies, flowers, birdsong, and velvet calm. The speaker wishes a tapestry of night and a wall of stars for contrast, ending with a toast to a bowl of sunshine.
A reflective piece outlines how a man’s life is judged by sweeping compliments and harsh labels. It argues how childhood behavior, sexuality, religion, charity, politics, and social ties trigger conflicting verdicts from society. The excerpt exposes contradictory double standards that haunt men at every life stage.
Tribate notes Rev. Arthur Rawei, a New Zealand native, offered a provocative remark about married women and divorce. The fragment references social attitudes and stains of taboo in a public discussion.
A terse remark hints the reverend’s stay could end sooner as further pronouncements raise tension. The comment suggests growing pressure on the visiting figure and potential early departure.
Jeff Whitlock and his nephew Yar Whitlock were riding home when the team bolted. The boy, about ten, was thrown and died the next morning. Whitlock was badly hurt but expected to recover. Cause of the accident remains unknown.
Philadelphia stems report fine rains benefiting June corn and millet. Visitors and residents including Uncle Ben Gowen, N Anderson, W F Friday, Crockett Eads, Dave Suddeth, Charlie Castle and others travel within Texas to Ladonia Knox county Tioga and Leonard. Local moves include Frank Braidy and wife relocating to Bailey and J L McClung adding a dwelling addition.
Frank Teague recovers from serious injuries in Tuesday planing mill accident. He remains weak from shock and blood loss but is progressing toward recovery and hopes to be back on the streets soon. Friends express relief the event was not more severe.
The text extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for long term popularity and trusted ingredients. It argues the product helps weak stomach indigestion torpid liver and related ailments with no alcohol and urges against substitutes. It also mentions Dr Pierce's Favorite Praises and Pleasant Pellets as valued aids.
Mr. King Queener died at his Randolph home this morning after a ten day illness. He was 97, the oldest white man in Fannin county, and highly respected. Burial will be at Randolph cemetery at 10 tomorrow morning. The paper did not have time to compile a full obituary.
In district court today two divorces were granted affecting a white couple and a colored couple. The cases were L. B. Griffith against May Griffith and Mary Henderson against Will Henderson. The court also removed the minority disabilities of Jay Levine, declaring him a legal adult.
Bonham August 13 1908 the Bonham Fire Department asks the clerks of Bonham to a baseball game to raise funds. The match is set for August 18 1908 at the pavilion kk B Bridge and lists team members and organizers including Stevenson Thurmond Blakeney Robinson Russell Kennedy Shortridge Gray Hendrix Hackley Davis Caldwell Keithley Judd and others.
A fire this afternoon damaged a long shed on the south side of Wilson & Son's livery stable around 2:30. The blaze threatened a serious conflagration but was halted by prompt fire department action. About 250 bales of hay stored under the shed were damaged by fire and water. The cause is unknown.
A pin cushion lesson is planned for next Sunday morning at the First Baptist Sunday School. The school opens promptly at 9:80 and church members as well as Sunday school pupils are invited.
All members and friends of the Methodist church Sunday school and Epworth League are invited to Mrs Mollie Lawrence's residence Friday evening at 8 30 for a musical program and social event.
The B P U will hold a social on the Baptist parsonage lawn Friday evening inviting all members to attend and participate in the gathering on the church grounds.
W. Lewis, known as QO. W. Lewis, was released yesterday after thirteen months in custody. Charges included two rape counts and one incest count, all of which were dismissed, allowing him to return to freedom.
The grand jury adjourned after twelve days in session and returned nine felony and ten misdemeanor indictments. Arrests linked to the felonies include ientry Corrigan two cases burglary Dave Floyd passing forged instrument Nathan Gaines horse theft Jake Ringer two cases rape R H W Hays Allen forgery two cases. All suspects jailed awaiting bond. Grand jury to reconvene late next month with date unreleased.
Short note reports a new home made sorghum described as very fine judged by R I Steges.
The diary of Manasse Cutler recounts a Mount Vernon breakfast with Mrs. Washington after Washington’s death. Guests arrived around 10 and found a table laid with cold ham beef fowl mutton and vegetables. The piece contrasts early meals with modern breakfasts and reflects on declining domestic abundance.
A Scots couple in London express fears about London thieves and unsavory street talk. The husband asks playful questions while the wife answers, amid a jumble of garbled dialogue and caricature exchanges from London papers.
Moges returns to the old house with Wilson asking about his day. Moges claims he played the best golf and praised his opponent for not missing a shot as they discuss the match. The piece notes beater by Pearsontar's Weekly.
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