Fannin Farmers Expand Irrigation For 1956 Crops
Fannin county farmers push irrigation to secure water during the 1956 season. Aud ry Cain and Carl Baker join others in Mulberry bottom while 1955 users Hodge Hildinger Nixon Kingly Penny Yottis and Ray Peeler expand tools. Wells tested at 610 gpm with 52 feet depth. planners note five gallons per acre daily for sprinkler systems and thirteen for gravity irrigation.
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Fannin County
Audrey Cain
Mulberry Botton
Carl Baker
Mulberry Bottom
Wer
Bob Hodge
Homer Hildinger
Paul Nixon
Arthur Kingly
W S. Penny
Ray Peeler
Rip Yottis
Zeke Green
Cain
Ate
Edie Peta Aa: Orsiauerabeyv
Nixas Wieo
Nixon
Hodge and
Hildinger
State Highway Department
Unclear anecdotes mix in a fragmented Christmas tale
A rough collage shows teens mischief, errands, and odd mishaps around town. The text references flat tires, a car search for a phone, a church visit, and a prank causing a coat tail to snag. plus a National Guard figure, toy concerns, and kids awaiting Christmas packages.
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Polly MclLarry
High Echo
MeaLarry
Tim Street
Asch
Larry
Hogue
Ke Morrison
Orval Depson
JF Farmer
Janus Taylor
Texas
Record of Postal Receipts Surges Past 1954 Figures
Post office records show a sharp rise in receipts, with authorities noting a strong year ahead. Officials cite improved mail volume and staffing as factors, while observers expect continued growth into the year.
Santa Claus Revealed In Unlikely Public Moment
A chaotic scene unfolds as Santa steps from a helicopter, pants loosened and padding exposed, drawing laughter and shouting from onlookers. The incident spoils the festive display and prompts awkward humor amid the crowd.
Martin Hassell Named Cotton Mill President
Martin Hassell named president of the cotton mill at a board meeting held in the directors room. The stockholders heard the mill had operated on a half shift with 8 to 3 hours while modern equipment and saving measures increased production. Burow noted orders and earnings improved as the plant added new machinery and staff under Hassell and managers Rosetta and Woartt.
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Rit N. It
Pater Atm Ce
Nisuis Haoe
Coe Ae
Tech
Eho
Sanat
Ieee
Lire
Tmis
Hue Fe
Tess
Bonnam Cotton Mills
Otto
Biurow
Burow
Uraw
John
Rosetta
Ray Woartt
Weather Watch North Central Ten A.M. Update
North Central region shows a partly cloudy sky with a steady breeze as temperatures edge up across Sumas. Mitch forecasts a mild warm spell continuing through the day with a slight dip later this week.
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North Central
Ten
Elouay
Sumas Mitch
Drive to Minimize Views on Supports Sparks Debate
Washington DP reports a heated United States policy debate as farm leaders and lawmakers clash over price support levels and farm income. President Truman Anderson faces continued controversy over speeches urging focus on drafted legislation. Senate Agriculture committee holds hearings across regions as proposals for parity payments face scrutiny.
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Ago
Odie
Truman Anderson
Anson
Anderson
Torey
Alfen Bo
Senate Agriculture
Senate
Ageriecaultire
al- Ady
Thenac
Mies
Contributions to Library Fund Still Being Collected
Fannin county neighbors are urged to donate to the Samo Rayburn Memorial Library fund. Joe Bottom, chairman of the fundraising committee, says contributions will be recorded in a permanent donor register and are welcome from any amount, even as small as 10 cents.
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Samo Rayburn
Fannin County
Joe Botttom
Uhrey
Stella
Tritton
Lighting Contests Close Tuesday Night
Bonham Carden club urges residents to decorate homes for lighting contests sponsored by Garden Club and local organizations. Prize details and judging criteria are noted, with emphasis on community participation and seasonal display.
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Frank Svoboda
Bonham Carden Club
Jonheamittes
Garden Club
Ovate
Abe
President Eisenhower Planned Southland Vacation in February
President Eisenhower’s doctor Dr Paul Dudley White advised a brief post Christmas Southland vacation to aid recovery and assess heart strain for a possible second term. White noted the trend in recovery remains positive but another examination is needed before resuming full workload. The plan may include a trip to Augusta Georgia after Christmas with limited golf and exercise to suit his heart condition.
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Gettysburg
Eisenhower
Paul Dudley White
Boston
Rosenhower
White
White House
James C. Hagerty
Augusta
Augusta National Golf Club
Christmas fund aids young couple steeped in medical care
Community members contribute gifts and money to a relief fund for a young couple named Lowry. Donations support medical costs and living expenses as the wife recovers at a hospital and the husband plans to move closer to her. The drive expands with clothing gifts from local groups and individuals. Fund donations listed include multiple families and friends totaling a modest cash sum. A wedding anniversary and post‑Christmas recovery timeline are noted as the couple awaits home discharge.
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Moar
Clive
Ho A Burrow
Flinted Fihiot
Mero
Teorris
Lawry
Roy Phillips
Charles R Jones
Hamp Harper
Johnny McCormack
Emzie Towery
J. FO Jaggers
W. OO Cline
Robert Joyner Commissioned Second Lieutenant in TIG Branch
The roster shows Robert Joyner promoted to second lieutenant in the TIG unit, with Lt. Wilkerson transferring from the 2nd WCT Crete company. The document lists other officers including Capt Lloyd Dodson and Hebert Ro Joyner as part of the ceremony and related assignments amid Army and National Guard records.
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Lloyd Dodson
National Guard
Robert Joyner
TIG
Tato
Con
Pisa Nuatoat Il Cillard
Ormpina
Hebert
Jeovner Vna
Wilkerson
Oeal Company
Maree
Knowland challenges on UN admission of Red China
Senate Republican leader William F Knowland proposes a test for prospective presidential candidates. He asks if they would resist admitting Red China to the United Nations if elected. Knowland notes Eisenhower may retire and favors raising the issue before the 1956 election.
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Washington
Senate
Repubian
William F. I.knowland
United Nations
Eisenhower
Knowling
Saturday Fragments Highlight Bonhiaarny Newsroom Chatter
Scribbles note car trouble on a curb rescue by Squae Doc Hudson. Alice hord returns to holiday duty. Maggie Weillunos and Arthur Maxwell meet for coffee. Brant Smith dines out as Paul Campbell showcases Canadian Wes cons. Vivi the Keene delayed by a flat tire. Lee Morrow speaks with a prospect Claude stooks hurries south.
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Doc Hudson
Alice Hord
Maggie Weillunos
Arthur Maxwell
Burgher
Bonhiaarny
Bonham Reaches Chest Goal In Christmas Gift
Bonham delivers a personal milestone by achieving a chest goal on Friday. The achievement stands as a notable moment in local fitness progress, highlighting dedication and community impact.
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Bonham
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