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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1936
Page
8
The article notes a surge in infant adoptions across the nation with hospital and foundling home data showing thousands of couples seeking infants. Mrs Sam Gladinys of the Texas Children Home Aid Society in Fort Worth reports 2000 applications from would be parents awaiting placement and no filled cases.
The Railroad Commission in Austin set Texas January oil allowable at 1.248907 barrels daily, up 44,512 from the federal bureau of mines demand. Chairman Ernest C Thompson cited nationwide storage decline and strong demand, predicting 1936 could reach a billion barrels produced.
In Madrid on December 22 fascist aircraft bombed the northwestern suburban district. Government planes repulsed the enemy over the area. Insurgents shelled government lines near the San Fernando bridge in a fresh attack with little damage reported.
A novelty game at Bond gym will feature the boys basketball team against a faculty team Wednesday at 7 30 PM. The event promises entertainment. The girls basketball team also plays tomorrow night with opponent not yet decided.
Ben Turpin, 67, actor famed for slapstick pies, hints at becoming a studio gatekeeper in Hollywood. He says he is not broke, just tired of idle acting calls, while strolling Beverly Hills and collecting rent on real estate bought from film earnings.
Foreign nations seek to reopen the war debt question not to pay but to obtain another reduction. The move signals ongoing pressure on postwar financial settlements and potential for renewed negotiations.
The Archbishop of York urged restraint and duty over passion in discussing Edward's abdication, contrasting with the Canterbury archbishop's remarks. In Spokane rescue efforts continued for a wrecked air express, with crews searching Neew Idaho and Utah for the missing seven aboard.
Sulwater Oklahoma farm youths gain college education at Oklahoma A and M through a civilian conservation corps camp donated near campus. The cooperative dormitory provides wing quarters and meals at $15 a month with any year end surplus refunded. Farm agents in each county select two outstanding youths for enrollment.
Two West Virginia hunters Policeman Bob Black and Deputy Sheriff Ceci Blumfield dropped their rifles to rescue bear cubs playing in a hole. An adult bear charged, forcing them to climb a tree and remain held for over an hour until danger passed.
Dr. Silas Weltmer identified a nude woman found dead in a gas-filled kitchen at a deserted country club as Mrs. Edith B. Gaithers, a patient who escaped last night. The body bore scratches and bruises, suggesting she had been walking through the woods near Baltimore.
Dec. 21 reports from J. L. Jonner sinking a deep test oil well on the Joe Goss plantation north of Honey Grove. Drilling advances slowly at about 12 to 15 feet daily, with a 3,200 foot depth reached. The hard granite like rock has been cut nearly 1,000 feet, the deepest penetration in this area, drawing keen attention from oil men.
In Dallas Lee 21 A William Tell stunt using a rifle instead of a bow ends fatally for Joel Soiters. Emery 23 shoots his friend during a hunting trip after a bet about firing a hat off his head. Soiters dies at 1153 p.m after hospital transport.
In Mexico City three people died following a "trade mistake" during a police operation. Authorities say Roberto Hernandez and two military police were pursuing suspects described by Mayorga, with one man identified as a key participant. The incident prompted investigations by the Chamber of Deputies as details emerged.
In Havana on December 22 the Cuban senate opened a court to try President Gomez on impeachment charges after his veto of the sugar tax bill funding rural schools and army programs. The House had voted to impeach, sending the case to the senate for a Thursday hearing.
Exline Illinois with twenty residents travels to Chicago for a holiday party. The group will ride a twenty one passenger airplane, make a radio appearance, and visit a night club. Exline is the smallest village in Illinois with six houses a store a grain elevator a school and a community hall.
Buffalo authorities report a thief smashed a $250 plate-glass display window Monday to steal a $1 bill presented with wallets for sale. The incident occurred during a local sale event in Buffalo on December 21.
The note expresses interest in dividends from corporations only if cash payments are sent directly to bank accounts. It reflects a preference for immediate access to earnings rather than general corporate declarations.
The Texas Highway Department said an order would probably be issued Wednesday for the completion of the gap in Highway 78 south of Bonham into the city. The notice comes as officials address construction delays and funding questions.
Funeral services for Mrs Horace Woodward aged 72 of Bonham were held today at First Methodist Church with Rev E H Mayes and Rev C L Bowen officiating. Burial followed at Willow Wild. Survived by daughters Mrs Roy Cox and Mamie Woodward, son Oscar Woodward, two grandsons. Husband died last March after their golden wedding anniversary.
In Woodbury New York Mrs Lena Stoobe aged 74 could not afford a Christmas tree this year. She entered nearby woods with a hatchet and was found dead from exhaustion at daybreak after a nightlong search by over 150 police and firemen. The body held a small neatly cut fir tree.
Regional forecast shows East Texas with partly cloudy skies tonight and Wednesday while West Texas expects fair conditions. Temperature range noted as a high of 67 degrees and a low of 44 degrees.
A misprint sentence notes an elderly Missourian estimates saving 800 by not shaving in 52 years, but lacks the 8009 amount. The quote mocks frugality through a humorous misstatement attributed to Richmond Times.
A 15 year old boy dies after heating muk with gas in a home while attempting to warm food for a stray cat. Investigators determine accidental carbon monoxide exposure caused the fatal incident. Local responders arrived at the residence and pronounced him dead at the scene.
A protest rose Monday as Michigan City teachers told primary pupils there is no Santa Claus. Parents called the move cruel and shameful while Superintendent M. C. Murray said teachers should not mention Santa. One parent supported the teachers, comparing belief in Santa to bogey man. The school board president affirmed belief in Santa.
In Brookville Indiana Heber L Hicks is sentenced to death by electrocution on April 10 for the murder of Harry R Miller a wealthy retired Cincinnati fire captain whose head and hands were found in a river near Eminence Kentucky. The missing limbs were recovered later in a box cast into a lake near Carrollton. Two co defendants await trial.
Luke B. Ross of the National Reemployment Service reports fewer job seekers in Grafton. A Preston County coal operator requested 160 miners. Ross managed to send only 15, despite efforts.
Market report notes New York cotton futures opened at 12.14 on March session with a 1:30 call at 12.11 to 12. Yesterday's close stood at 12.17.
The Future Farmers of Bonhi held a preliminary dairy judging cone test on Monday at Mr Catns dairy farm. Two Jersey classes, young and old, were judged. About 15 boys competed. top 15 will advance to two more contests after Christmas to select eight for a second tryout and three to represent Bondi at A and M. Results listed after Christmas.
Washington December 22 Chairman Buchanan of the House Appropriations Committee said hearings on the half billion war deficiency bill would be among the first major items on the calendar with Congress opening. He noted relief funds shortages could limit debate and passage to a few days if the bill is restricted to relief needs.
In Ottawa on December 22 a fire killed five children of Mrs. Adelaide Girous. Romeo 17, Therese 10, Mareucrite, and Jeanette perished while the parents and two other children escaped as the house burned. The blaze destroyed the dwelling.
Ensign Warer of the Indiananalis notes rumors that spud peeling is an on ship sport. He says peeling machines now handle the task and the old practice of calling a man a go is largely outdated aboard ships.
Gainesville reports 23 year old Port Clark Hamilton a Texarkana teacher was released on bonds totaling five thousand dollars after an automobile crash Sunday night that killed Mando Dunavent Groves aged 20. Hamilton is charged with driving while intoxicated murder malice and failure to stop. Groves husband and Mrs Groves received bruises and shock. Hamilton was slightly injured.
Rotary members are informed there will be no meeting on the first Wednesday in November. The club notes its loss and confirms the cancellation of the weekly gathering.
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