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Newspaper

Bonham Daily Favorite

Location

Bonham, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1948

Page

6

Halt in Berlin Mail Exchange Strains East West Ties

Reports from Berlin say Soviet authorities halt mail between East and West sectors amid wider threat to restrict communications. US General Lucius D. Clay notes Eastern Germany seebacks in migration of technicians and workers toward the West, citing arrests and political pressure as driving factors.

East Berlin West Berlin Eas Ouy Natiwe J. H. Gayer Berlin Wever Luc Clay Germany Ers Amrm Ihry East Stav Neval Clay Russia

Tex Supreme Court to Hear Appeal on Flare Ban Case

The Tex Supreme Court will hear an appeal next Wednesday in a dispute over the state Railroad Commission order to flare gas from the Heyser oil field. Sterling Oil Co. seeks to overturn a permanent injunction while other operators obtain temporary rulings. The case centers on whether facilities and methods meet commission requirements for reducing gas flaring.

Dee U.P Texapreme Austin Ate Mage Tte Sterling Oil Company Heyser Tempora Railroad Commission

Presbyterian Meeting Notes Highlight Local Roles

Fragmented OCR text shows a Presbyterian gathering with mentions of de Massey Massey and a secretary treasurer position. References to Greenville Presbytery and Women's group imply church activities, with names like Rev W Kirk Allen and Collins appearing in uncertain context.

Governor calls special election amid vacancies in Texas politics

Beauford Jester issued a January 8 special election for district 7 to fill Thomas H. Sharp Eharp’s seat after his resignation to become county judge. He will also replace Judge W. W. Moore, who died, with Moorehead chosen for January 1. Jester plans a December 20 advisory council meeting focusing on finances and salaries.

Austin Texas Beauford Jester Cal Jed Panola County Thomas H. Sharp Eharp W. W. Moore 11Th Distric Eeu.t Houston Moore Moorehead Jester Ceb.net Tim O

Bodies Returned From Europe In Burial Mission

The remains of two Bonham area men are among Texans returned from Europe aboard the United States Army Transport Lieutenant James F. Robinson. Pvt Douglas R. Reynolds of Whitewright and Pvt Rodell W. Moody of Pecan Gap are identified among the deceased.

Bonham Europe United States Army James F. Robinson Department of the Army Bonhaan Douglas R. Reynolds U.S. Army Alphin L. Reynolds Whitewrought Rt Tound Pfe W Moody U . S. Army A W Moody Pecan Gap

Grass Fire Destroys Lumber Stacks at Clarksville Lot

Fire started in grass at a Clarksville storage lot burned stacked lumber owned by Wa ples Platter Grocery Co. Firefighters faced water shortages as available supply in their truck was limited, causing an estimated loss of 1000 dollars.

Clarksville Fl. Woo Waples-Platter Grocery Company Washi

Grass fire reported at 603 East 13th Street

Fire Department responded to a grass fire at 603 East 13th Street shortly before 30 o'clock this morning. Fire crews extinguished four grass fires in the area with no injuries reported.

East 13Th Street

Texas Rivers Run Below Normal Despite Some East Texas Gains

State Board of Water Engineers reports most Texas rivers well below average. East Texas streams in the Neches and Sabine basins showed near normal rainfall and above normal runoff, while San Angelo area rivers and North Concho near Carlsbad stayed far below typical flow. Lake Nasworthy dropped, Red Bluff reservoir rose, and Guadalupe and North Bend streams remained greatly under median flows.

Austin Texas U.P State Board of Water Engineers Neches Sabine River North Concho Carlsbad San Angelo Naswrothy South Concho New Braunfels Beegae Clifton Ff. Howe T

Amateur Night Slated Friday By Savoy PTA

Savoy PTA sponsors an Amateur Night at the Savoy High School auditorium on Friday evening December 20 at 7 30. Three prize divisions will recognize top performers with first second and third place prizes. Contests cover ages up to 10, ages 10 through high school, and adults.

Savoy Pta SAVOY Pete

30 Day Stay of Execution Granted in Harris County Case

Governor Beauford Jester has granted a 30 day stay of execution for Thurman Williams, convicted of murder in Harris county. Williams, 22, was scheduled for the electric chair in Huntsville on January 14. new date set is February 18. Williams was convicted of shooting Charles Neal Herridge, a war veteran, who died after investigating a prowler attempting to steal his automobile.

Austin Texas Dee Beuwulord Thurman Willams Harris County Williams Electric Bai Huntsville Charles Neil Herridge Herridge

Abolition Demanded of Korean Group by Malek at UN

Paris dispatch reports Russia's Jack Malek demanding abolition of the UN commission in Korea after it endorsed elections in American-occupied South Korea. He accuses the body of dismembering Korea and enforcing police state conditions while Western delegates fear Russian filibuster tactics derail UN action and delay Italian colony debates.

UN Commission South Korea Malik Paris Britain Cyrenaica America Russia Palestine

Nation's Crude Oil Output Edges Up in Week

The report notes a modest rise in crude oil production for the nation in the week ending, with production nearing sixty six hundred barrels per day for the period. Weather and regional factors affected outputs in Oklahoma Indiana California and nearby areas.

Tulsa Osxlahoma Etary Indiana Tesa Coles Californir

Grayson-Fannin Men's Club Meeting Set in Sherman

The Grayson Fannin Presbyterian Men’s Club will hold its regular quarterly meeting in Sherman next Tuesday evening at the Central Presbyterian Church. The program begins at 7 30 and will be followed by a fellowship supper at 7 avlock.

Rothe Grayson-Fannin Presbyterans Maenms Club Sherman Presbyter Tain Avlock

Partly cloudy in East Texas with warmer north and west

Weather summary notes scattered cloudiness this afternoon and tonight across East Texas. Tomorrow brings partly cloudy skies with showers along the coast and eastern areas. Temperatures dip to 28 to 33 in the north, 38 to 43 south, 48 to 58 along the coast. Winds shift from northerly tonight to southerly then north tomorrow.

Bonham Ann Weather Bureau Texas Gulf Coast Tn State Pacific Northwest East Texas Tomorcow

Wages Rise Urged If Prices Climb Amid Weather Outlook

AFL spokesman argues wages must go up if inflation persists as Texas braces for a cold front. Forecaster Hamrick says sharp weather is unlikely, with subfreezing nights across Panhandle to West Texas and limited rainfall along the coast. Dust may rise in drought areas, while coastal Galveston reports colder lows and scattered frost shadows across the state.

AFL Texas A. M. Hamrick Dallas Panhandle South Plains West Texas del Krio- Mayle Pevion Devas Amlae Alog

Permit Required to Move Houses Through Streets in Future

City announces new rule: moving houses or large structures on Bonham Street will need a city permit. Chief O Ro Me Kissack cites complaints of tree limbs and property damage from rollers and trucks. state highway rules also require permits for oversized moves.

Bonham Streets O Ro Me Kissack Stret Mie Kissack Bonnam Ion Tate Ourydus Bar Oes Texas Barra

Sergeant-at-Arms Position Open

Fragmentary notice describes an open Sergeant-at-Arms post and mentions House members and a delay in treatment risk. The text references early diagnosis and prompt treatment as crucial, implying health or safety concerns alongside the recruitment.

AFL Desires Labor Peace While Prices Rise

AFL officials urge wage increases only if they do not raise prices, warning that inflation and company price policies threaten workers. Nelson Cruikshank says labor may demand higher wages unless employers pledge to curb price hikes, while AFL Director Stanley Tutenders supports similar warnings to Congress. The report notes Truman may intervene amid ongoing talk of rail shutdowns and market pressures.

United Press American Federation of Labor Nelson Cruikshank AFL Social Insurance Cruikshink AFL AFI Pokesman AL Can

Rotarians Hear About Nadio Development Wednesday

Madonna Has t oun Thuison died last night after ill ness few days. Funeral services will be held at Brateher Moore Funeral Home in Denison. Interment will be inluilview cemetery.

Grass Fires Plague Firemen Across Town

Fire crews battle multiple grass blazes in the city as residents react to the continuing danger. Reported flames raced near West Third Street and surrounding areas, forcing precautionary evacuations and additional patrols while meals and routines were disrupted.

10 Leading Coal Dealers Billed By Grand Jury

A grand jury has billed ten coal dealers in a case involving alleged irregularities. The names of the dealers are listed in the grand jury filing, with details expected in further courtroom proceedings.

Cotton Crop Estimated At Fourteen Million Bales

An agricultural report projects the cotton crop at about 14,935,000 bales. Figures reflect statewide yields with attention to weather and harvest conditions influencing production during the season.

Woman Held for Passing Stolen $100 Check

In Texarkana, federal officers hold Corrine Lucas on charges of forging and passing a stolen $100 check. The hearing set a $1,000 bond before U S Commissioner P A Lomlhurt. Lucas arrested by Secret Service agents.

Texnarkana Deo Tesarkanad Beaumont Corrine Lucas U. S P A. LoM&hurt Texarkana Secret Service

Marshall Likely to Remain in Cabinet Role

In Washington reports suggest President would keep George Mistral as Secretary of State. Officials note Morrison may require a major policy shift abroad but express confidence in current secretary's continued service.

Washington Dec George Misr Kinney Don Tors

Two Texans Held for Drunken Flying Oklahoma

Two Texans were detained after a reported drunken flight over Oklahoma airspace. Police records indicate the incident involved disruptive behavior and potential aviation safety violations.

Oklahoma

Learning inot Nome Value Soviets Decide Learning inot Nome Value

In a terse report the Soviets decide on a course of action regarding Nome Value. The piece notes officials and planners weighing options, with emphasis on policy direction and potential impacts on regional development.

E R Harriman To Lead Red Cross Campaign

E R Harriman will head a Red Cross fundraising drive in Washington with a focus on mobilizing volunteers and donors for disaster relief and health services. The city’s chapter plans events and outreach to secure support nationwide.

E.R. Harriman Red Cross Campaign

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