22 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1907
Page
1
The Bonham Favorite calls for a town wide Special Sales Day funded by fair pricing and a Farmer premium display. Merchants could host a county fair style show room with judges, drawing farmer and merchant alike to town. Santa arrives in three days as towns aim to raise trade and unity.
A fragment discusses Senator Bailey possibly winning re election by a large margin and defeating State Senator Senior. It notes Dallas politics and a looming Texas campaign scene with talk of a hot, crowded field. It adds a dog guarding a master’s body and comments on corporal punishment in schools.
Denison exhibitors captured about thirty prizes at the Bonham poultry show. Bonham is praised as one of the best poultry show towns in the South and a strong advertisement for the town.
The San Antonio Express cites varied authors from the Bible to Wilcox and Ibsen, while the Houston Chronicle questions how readers absorb many works. The piece warns that carrying such a load could lead to a padded cell, signaling tension over literary breadth.
The Abilene Reporter notes chatter that major life insurers who left the state will return after January first, promising to loan millions to Texas enterprises. The piece frames it as a test of whether trusts can control Texas twice.
A Daily Oklahoman critique warns editors against panicked fears that farmers' sons will abandon rural life for city living. It argues that a farm lad can resist degeneration into "dudeism" with training and discipline.
A humorous note from the Washington Herald mirrors the Houston Post satire about a goat that devoured a newspaper and the president’s message. It jokes that the message may have killed the goat while also mentioning a church Christmas program and tree tomorrow night.
An Atlanta newspaper reports beer costs climbing in Georgia due to policy changes. The piece notes price increases across brands and distribution impacts amid state tax adjustments and market shifts.
Bonham cotton mills begin manufacturing wagon sheets praised as the best for use in transportation and farm work. The move marks diversification into durable textiles for wagons and equipment.
Denison merchants are active and attract trade from a wide area as trains bring holiday shoppers. The editorial argues trade strength depends on merchants not staying still and on a lively, public spirited town where each merchant promotes both the town and his own business.
Local notice advertises a coat sale with emphasis on pricing. The readable text mentions highes chinaware and chamber sets and includes a stray line referencing Thompson and Abernathy and a fragment about values or favorites.
A prominent merchant urged a rotating contest plan to lure crowds every two weeks by one firm offering a prize such as a $25 suit or equivalent goods. Dry goods, drug, jewelry, and other firms would participate, sharing the attractant center and mutual benefits. The speaker cited yesterday's crowd as proof of potential success.
Central Church invites all to services with preaching at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday the 11th. The 11 o clock sermon is Biography of a Christian. First Presbyterian holds Sunday School at 9:30. Collection funds the orphanage. Preaching at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. by Pastor Edgar W. Williams. Westminster League meets at 6 p.m.
The article notes services at First Methodist with Sunday School at 9 30 a m and preaching by Rev W A Stuckey at 10 45 a m and 7 p m Junior Epworth League convenes at 30 o clock and Senior League at 6 o clock.
A Victorian era recount notes the first London to Edinburgh stagecoach began in 1058 and ran fortnightly at £4 fare. Journeys varied from four days between York and London to twelve days in winter for a London Edinburgh route.
A witty exchange contrasts Australia offering gold by the pint with a US reply that gold comes in quartz in America. The quip appears in a Pittsburg Post item reflecting cross country humor.
A Johnson quote asserts that a man should spend part of his time with laughers so ridicule of him can be observed and corrected. The remark frames ridicule as a corrective social tool and reflects on self awareness through public mirth.
A short note in 18th century prose extolls matrimony as a school of meekness. It emphasizes patient conduct, humility, and shared duties within married life, presenting domestic harmony as a practical virtue.
Sunday at First Christian Church presents special Christmas programs. Morning sermon titled The New-born King features choir anthems and Oh Holy Night performances. Evening sermon titled Appreciation of Christianity follows a mixed quartet and Reading selections. Communion to close the morning service. Public invited. Nunn Jones Co. advertises men’s apparel.
Public notice announces the annual stockholders meeting of the Denison Bonham New Orleans Railroad Company to be held January 28, 1208 at 10:00 am in Bonham Texas at the Fannin County National Bank building for director election and other business. Directors meet the same day at the same place for officer elections and other business. Edward D. Steger is president and John W. Russell secretary.
The minstrel show features a grand chorus in court dress of blue silk and white waistcoats with foba, knee breeches, silk hose, and jewel buckled shoes. Performers include Bil Tommie Donnelly and Nick Hufford on the Tambo side, Gov. Bowen and others on the Burns side, with Dell Chain as Interlocutor leading vocalists Reese Williams and company.
For the right man a good land proposition is presented. The 100 acres lie six miles north of Bonham with 65 acres in cultivation. Features include good houses and cribs, everlasting water, and ample pasture. Endorsed by Lee Hudon P Hills, Parish, Tex., or Philip Wise, Bonham.
T W Hurst of Dallas advocates subdraining his 125 acre farm near the Houston & Texas Central line to regulate soil moisture and accelerate cotton maturity. He reports three times more corn on drained land and plans to complete drainage across the field at about 27 dollars per acre, hoping reduced moisture and earlier harvest will curb boll weevil and boll worm effects.
Mrs S of Columbia Tennessee praises Herbine for relief from constipation and dyspepsia. Saunders Drug Co. sells the remedy, claiming strong customer approval and beneficial effects.
W R White notes a decline in turkey prices with quotations cancelled and advises holding until January. The message signals limited payment potential and a pause in market quotations.
A compact laundry advertisement asks customers to compare costs and beat their proposed rates, inviting shoppers to check Bonham Ste Laundry for value and service.
A promotional note touts Foley Honey and Tar as a cure for coughs and colds with a dubious health warning. It mentions a ready to buy package and Saunders Drog oO as part of the supposed product line.
Readable text notes exclusive designs and choices offered at 50 cents to $2.50. Christmas neckwear items from Nuan and Jones Co appear in this listing style brief.
Fire Works and Candies headline a sale offering a full assortment of fireworks. Sewards fine articles, oranges, apples and nuts are listed alongside Rogers Woodward and Roberts. Mr. Santa Claus is mentioned as part of the promotion.
A puff ad promotes Ballard's Snow Lament as a cure for sprains neuralgia bruises and contracted muscles. The testimonial mentions AGM Williams of Nasota and Saunders D Co selling the product.
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