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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1944
Page
3
Officials report O80F River traffic resumes as ice clears, allowing resumed ferry service and commercial movement. Local authorities coordinated with harbor pilots to assess safety and restore normal waterway operations.
A major fire raged through a rail area warehouse district in Kansas City, Missouri, tying up hours of effort. Fire crews confined the flames to a wax company and several adjacent buildings, with estimates of potential losses reaching up to two million dollars. The blaze threatened nearby structures as firefighters worked to contain it and prevent spread.
Decorated MSgt Simon D. Moore son of Mr and Mrs Luke Moore of Ector and husband of Birdie Moore of Letor has received the Bronze Star for meritorious service in the European Theater as chief of P 47 aircraft. Despite minimal maintenance and heavy duty the unit’s planes were kept in superior condition earning pilot confidence and boosting operational efficiency. Moore, 27, born in Ector, enlisted Jan 3 1937 at Kelly Field San Antonio and served two years in Puerto Rico before moving to England France and a Belgium base. He married Birdie Lynch of Ector at Denison June 125 1940.
Pvt Malcolm N Stanford 19 son of Mr and Mrs N A Stanford of Ivanhoe has been missing in action in Germany since November 24 while serving with an inquiry unit. He joined the armed forces January 20, 1944 and went overseas in November.
German forces press near Namur and Dinant as a 35 mile front opens along the Meuse in Belgium. Observers report reconnaissance reaching toward Namur and St Hubert while a mobile German spearhead drives toward the front with tanks and air support.
Kenneth Whirry of Nebraska accused the Office of Price Administration of arranging closed hearings in Denver and Kansas City to railroad through a proposed beef price plan without giving western cattlemen and feeders a hearing.
A military spokesman warned that Shanghai would be destroyed if evacuees are forced to leave. The statement appeared in a dispatch dated December 27, reported by U.P. and attributed to officials discussing potential action amid tensions.
Ray Shuler county clerk elect unveils staff for the office to begin January 1 1945 One new deputy will join the team Mrs Jebe Bell Halvore as recording clerk J L Dobbs longtime deputy stays on as probate clerk Virgil Wilson had left earlier this year Mrs Gladys Harkins and Miss Lela Mae Victory will continue serving in the office.
Rep Albert Thomas said two Ter a naval centers would not be discontinued next year Camp Wallace would operate as a replacement center after January Hitchcock Naval Air Station Galveston would expand to 750 men to serve the nearby navy receiving station Houston authorities denied the plan change for Camp Wallace and a plant to manufacture 105 MM shells would be set up in Houston.
The first flag raised after German retreat at Chateau Thierry was moved to the Museum of the National Red Cross headquarters in Weabslngtol, preserving a pivotal World War I emblem.
Marie Hocquet, 41, opened a Christmas Day parcel on her doorstep in Paris. The package, wrapped in her divorced husband’s handwriting, contained a hand grenade that exploded, killing her. Police disclosed the incident today.
London dispatch reports that over 3,600 Allied aircraft chased German targets, blasting communications, troops, and tanks. Losses included at least 60 German planes shot down and 29 Allied planes down. Allied sorties reached 2,533 by the US Air Force and 750 by RAF, with 150 Liberators and 300 fighters in action.
Washington on October 27 reports say the United States will host a meeting of foreign ministers to discuss the Argentine question. The plan includes a possible Argentinian attendance and a discussion of a broader international approach without explicit pledges.
War dispatch reports Ninth Air Force bomber strikes over 36 daylight hours destroying more than half of German tanks armored vehicles and motor transport during the Belgium invasion period. Totals cited include 93 tanks and armored vehicles 218 armored cars 2026 motor transports and 553 fuel depots damaged or destroyed.
British carrier borne planes attacked Sumatra on December 20, hitting Belawan-Del harbor and nearby facilities. Aircraft bombed from 1500 feet scoring hits on warehouses and railway yards as part of Southeast Asia Command operations.
The Navy department announced that a large Japanese aircraft carrier and 26 other enemy vessels were sunk by U S submarines in the Pacific area. The report, dated December 27, cites submarine action contributing to heavy enemy losses in the theater.
Donations to the hospital fund continue as community support remains strong. Local organizations and residents contribute, sustaining medical services and charitable outreach through ongoing fundraising efforts.
Ed Whitley announces deputy selections amid a community fund drive at Benham. Mrs. Earl Nunn is installed as matron, with plans for building repairs and equipment upgrades. The committee aims to raise funds through checks to Benham State Bank and Benham Community Fund to support local housing, unemployment relief, and public services.
Fragmented OCR notes recount a Killed In Action report with terse lines indicating a service member’s death after a period of illness or combat. The text names a military unit and references a hospital or grave context, highlighting casualty status and a brief timeline of days in the field.
A brief note lists members of the AAA Committee for Odds, detailing names and positions within the panel. The roster includes key organizers and affiliates responsible for oversight and event governance, with roles aligning to committee duties and governance structure.
Local election action names Blanton as chairman replacing previous leader amid a committee reorganization. The move follows a county meeting where selection and party alignment were discussed, with several figures named as part of the transition.
Rotary Club heard servicemen recount Pacific theater duty and wartime duties at its noon meeting. Lt James R Berry described five bomber missions in Air Group 13 including Guam Saipan Peleliu Manila Leyte strikes. Lt Buster Cole spoke of Camp Hood Texas tank destroyer defense training. Capt John Lanatus discussed flight surgeon duties and psychological care for air crew. Lt Dick Saunders detailed Air Transport Command work in moving personnel and casualties to hospitals. The visitors included Deets Dorough Cece McH V Autin Gilet Hoole Ed White and others.
Fort Worth market notes show cattle at 600 to 1325 pounds with calves and yearlings active and steady. Medium beef cows range 900 to 1050, hogs 600 pounds to 1455 dollars, and good to choice hogs 165 to 225 pounds.
The article notes a proposed ceiling price of 21 cents per pound for prime cattle in Chicago, with traders reacting as prices for various grades fluctuate. It references wholesale beef dynamics and market adjustments affecting cattle prices and utility beef terms.
East Texas forecast shows Mosay clouds bringing rain to east and central portions tonight and southeastern areas and extreme east Thursday. Partly cloudy, with limited rainfall possible in east and south tonight.
Athens December 27 leaders of the Greek faction resumed the peace conference called by Prime Minister Churchill under a semi-truce. ELAS armed forces opened fire on warships and installations at Piraeus during the talks.
Allied communique detailed a push northward from Alfasine as the Eighth Army captured the Rossetta area nine miles northwest of Ravenna. German resistance east of the Po and a communications center near Faenza were cleared. Heavy bombing and patrols occurred along the Bologna front amid snow and low temperatures.
AUP reports American First Army forces halted German spearheads four miles east of the Meuse after recapturing Celles. Heavy bombers struck rear lines, while U.S. and Allied forces pushed toward the Danube in Budapest and clashed with German forces in Italy’s Val di Sangro valley.
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