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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1946
Page
4
A scrambled report notes a U S push for peaceful atomic energy and disarmament measures. It references cooperation with the United Nations and international efforts, alongside steps toward controlling and eliminating nuclear weapons.
Gov Mevenson outlines a plan to raise and divide a tax levy for a state college and university building fund. Aimed at supporting general purposes, the proposal would allocate a portion to state-supported colleges, with opposition from Frasier and others.
Fragmented report notes a Soviet refusal to relocate to a permanent headquarters in New York City as production at a Ce tts company plant is set to rise. The piece mentions thousands of workers and potential layoffs as factories adjust to new staffing and regional shifts.
A fire in the northeast part of the county destroyed the gin owned and operated by G W Morgan at Riverby. The loss is estimated around 30000 dollars with insurance about 3000 carried on the gin. The fire was discovered around o o clock in the morning.
A search for students missing after trekking near Boulder Colorado produced one death and two serious injuries. Hazel Janes Martyy, 27, formerly of Ware Ma, is reported dead. David Waddinet, 92, and Tesse Ww Meehheb, 20, are seriously injured. The group was part of a Denver MountainChiberbin outing four miles northwest of Boulder.
Philip Murray head of the CIO called for a meeting with the American Federation of Labor the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen and the Railway Clerks Association to craft a common program and legislative plan to resist anti labor laws in Congress. He urged unity with labor leaders to push for pro labor objectives.
The Fourth District American Legion gathering will meet in Honey Grove with registration at 10 am at the public school. A church service leads by Rev Duke R. Burton from Llwaa K auditorium followed by a luncheon at noon. Afternoon sessions include a district meeting presided by Commander Fore Stephenson of Rockwall.
The Bonham Public Library lists new books received in November including Hiroshima by John Hersey and The Silent Speaker by Rex Stout. Also added are Red Mourning, In Dark Garden, The Shod With Flame, and other catalog entries.
Texas A and M College Extension Service specialists report a 1947 cotton planting target of 8.46 million acres set after the Agricultural Outlook conference in Washington. They warn demand may weaken as postwar consumer spending shifts to housing autos and essentials, while cotton consumption trends dip in the first months of the 1946-47 season.
A fatal blast investigation centers on butane involvement in a corporate dispute between CORP. CRG and Th ater. Officials report a deadly blast at the site, with investigators probing equipment and safety protocols.
A short, unreadable fragment mentions an upcoming local event with sparse details. No clear names, places, or dates are legible. Further text is needed to identify participants or location.
East Tex Chamber of Commerce hosts a meeting on Carthage Crate Field to address the latest federal regulation on natural gas pricing. Legislators and a Texas delegation to Congress are invited to draft a program aimed at governing interstate gas commerce and the Federal Power Commission ruling.
Texas men found dead in parked trailer truck along the Laredo highway with ignition on. Mr and Mrs Melvin B Robert were identified as victims. Morris, a bystander, awoke and found them slumped in the vehicle.
A leaked report by a former surplus property administrator alleges a special lease committee blocked use of a large natural gas pipeline system. The document, prepared for a 1959 session, cites decisions that halted sale or transfer actions affecting the pipeline.
Fragmented report notes a bomb laden truck exploded causing casualties and injuries with authorities investigating origin and targets. Details are unclear due to damaged text but references to police and officials indicate a coordinated attack.
Colorado miners in Durango end a nationwide strike allied with the United Mine Workers UMWA and return to the pits. Leadership including Frank Martinez and Joel Wilder conferred in Denver as officials meet to discuss the outcome and next steps for the Durango operation.
Washington reports outline a plan for civil rights protection legislation. Details remain unclear as the committee discusses proposed measures and potential enforcement provisions amid federal scrutiny.
Roving pickets threaten mine closures as miners demand pay and Hs reopen. Reports note 25 to 40 workers returning while officials discuss government action to end the standoff. The scene centers on Western Pennsylvania mines and local labor tensions.
Washington reports John N. Lewis and the United Mine Workers posted appeal bonds totaling the full 319,000 contempt fines while the government awaits a Supreme Court appeal. Lewis deposited 190,600 and the union 129,000, as cabinet officials discussed the case's potential outcome and government strategy.
Fragmentary notes reference a grand jury and district case with unclear names and dates. The legibility issues obscure specific persons places or outcomes. Further readable text needed to identify entities and exact event details.
A veteran named in a wartime ceremony received the largest single set of decorations for bravery. The event highlighted a former service member who aided in capturing 243 others and killed 98 Germans during battles with Berwyn, Pennsylvania noted as a key location.
Reports from October describe a V-2 rocket reaching a reported 042 mile per second during firing at Water Sands. The test followed ashore demonstrations, with the 13th launch previously noted and the 16th achieving high velocity before fuel cutoff.
Surplus buildings at four Texas military posts and one Oklahoma post to be sold. Government has received payments and bids are listed for Camp Barkley near Abilene and Fort Bliss area. The sale includes bases in Austin and Matagorda Bay, with multiple locations across the Southwest.
The Honey Grove Fire Department will sponsor the annual Santa Claus parade on Thursday afternoon December 12 at 2 30. Santa will distribute candy to children along the parade route. A prize of 75 will be awarded to parade participants as Christmas lights on the square are repaired and lit.
Joe Jones is back as manager of the State Theatre in Honey Grove after years as a traveling maintenance man for the company. In September he will continue road work while overseeing the local venue. Joe Clemmons of Woodville remains theater manager since September. B and F Shiunes of Dallas named assistant manager.
Fragmentary text notes industrial activity and fuel concerns with references to roads and waves. Mentions Curtailment and upcoming events or dates unclear. Names and places are obscured, leaving a rough snapshot of economic or energy-related issues.
Families of about 6000 workers idled by the Dow Nematical Company strike form a relief committee with union craftsmen to aid impacted families. The Operating Engineers Union AFL with 800 members halted work on November 16 and says the company offer is far below the 23 to 27 cent hourly increases sought by the union plus a union shop. The strike has 11 AFL unions backing it.
The Honey Grove Chamber selects a new president at a banquet attended by local officials and community leaders. Details of the event, attendees, and the nomination process are described, highlighting the chair and board actions.
Cattle 2400 head and calves 2000 with steady market. Steers and yearlings scarce. cows 12.00 to 15.00. Calves 1550 to 1700. Hogs 800 head with top 2350 for good and choice 180 to 370 pounds. Some butcher hogs around 24.09.
A weather note covers this afternoon and tonight with timing for east Texas. Forecast details include periods of rain and potential storms as a cold front moves through the region. Expect gusty winds and cooler temperatures by in the evening and into tomorrow.
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