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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1940
Page
2
Mrs. Bonnie Arledge announces that 328.53 has been withdrawn from the school bank for holidays. Of this total 211.58 was paid in checks of 1.00 or more and 16.95 in checks under 1.00. Prior capital was 439.37. after 223.53 withdrawal, 210.84 remained. Depositors total 142. 106 people withdrew. A large rise in depositors and deposits is expected after the new year.
The Bondi profiles Buddy Williams known as Buddy a capable quotable student. He stands five feet eight inches tall weighs 155 pounds and favors steak his favorite food. A strong debater and listener he will become next year editor in chief bringing energy and practical talent to the publication.
Eight seniors and three juniors were chosen for the 1940 District 5-AA mythical football squad by sports writers from six district newspapers. Names include A W Wells of the Gainesville Register and Bill Woodside of the Paris News, with stars Crosby and White as first team ends, noted for defense and scoring.
A jumble of handwritten notes to Santa Claus reveals children and adults alike asking for gifts, toys, books, and even personal favors. The letters mention morphine, a desk chair, a typewriter, and a request for help with school and finances, all reflecting a mix of whimsy and hardship.
A collection of classroom and campus notes to Santa from students of the Bondi yearbook staff. Teens request various gifts from bikes and scooters to automobiles, musical instruments, typewriters, and even a electric scatter to help with work. They sign as friends, editors, and family.
Honorable mention picks include Kemplin of Gainesville and Keiley of Bonham for ends. Rucker Denison Adderton Tavs Sherman Dale Wyatt Gainesville for tackles. J B Laugherty Sherman Kaykland Bragg Bonham for guards. Temple Meyer Denison Gieb Cramesville for centers. McMillan Clements Penham Rowland Acree as backs with Denison Henderson Paris Reid Sher muh Purcell McCain Cramesville among honorees.
A revived old Southern slogan promises luck for the year if Blackeyed peas are eaten on New Year’s Day. The East Texas Chamber of Commerce is promoting the ad, and it is gaining popularity in the region.
In celebration Saturnalia the Lt annual dinner at the King Baptist Church featured a decorated table with holly branches and silver balls. The program included Adeste Fideles sung by Lipscomb and Baker, a quiz by Lovelace, a story by German, and a silent night reading, with Christmas gifts shared among forty-five guests.
The event honors the football squad with a Thursday dinner in the gymnasium open to about 200 guests. The program includes a Juke Box show, extemporaneous performances by students and faculty, and a Honey fire game theme.
Miss Williams Class will hear a Christmas story from a Bar teacher on Friday morning and will exchange gifts after the story at a short social.
Students in Miss Kinkead's journalism class copy large white sheets and draft titles editorials and ideas to practice reporting. Names such as Fang Gene Stone Teet appear in the lively early drafts.
A government initiative expands loans for housing and related activities to families and children through the Future Farmer and community programs, signaling support for home improvement and participation in local activities.
The report notes 3752 districts across 38 states with 82 percent operation in AAA ratings. In Texas 46 districts lack operating status, affecting nationwide accessibility and service distribution.
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