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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1946
Page
3
Bonham experienced its coldest spell of the winter with readings around 16 to 17 degrees. Subfreezing conditions lingered through the weekend, freezing ponds and prompting motor ice and plumbing issues while farmers welcomed the freeze to curb pests.
A special House committee warned Communism could spread in Western Europe unless the United States takes the lead in rebuilding Germany’s battered economy. The 38 page report criticized Soviet occupation and its interference with smaller nations while detailing the alleged draining and coercive actions in its zone.
The city of Bonham offers to purchase the Warner Sane ration buildings declaring them surplus. Officials announced the offer by R. T. Lipscomb and the city council to act as the cl oe. The offer comes in response to a $623,250 appraised value by AA appraisers and is considerably lower than that figure.
A notice states a single personnel change at the tax office, replacing the current collector with an appointed official. No other personnel moves are mentioned and the position remains focused on tax collection duties.
In Jerusalem on December 20, four British soldiers were kidnapped and flogged in retaliation for a sentence against a Jewish extremist actor. Jewish underground groups halted an automobile carrying four Jews after a near collision in the Wilhema area near Lydda. One occupant was seriously injured and another soldier hurt. arrests followed as British officials and Jewish extremists clashed in Nathanya and Tel Aviv regions.
A GOP Senate committee, amid confusion over procedural rules, plans to elect party officers before the new Congress convenes. A conference meeting is set for this afternoon to decide on the leadership lineup as the party moves ahead with its timetable.
Farmers in Fan nin county continue threshing the 1946 peanut crop as harvest extends due to threats and conditions. Officials estimate the 1946 crop earned farmers more than one million dollars in total proceeds.
An inquest into the deaths of four people from the Trans Atlantic Constellation crash was adjourned for four weeks as authorities await the recovery of the pilot and co pilot. The hearing in Shannon was delayed to a later date.
Mrs. Chas Nunn sustained facial bruises a badly sprained hand and other injuries after slipping in a courthouse corridor Saturday. She could not work Monday.
Ten year old Mary Ella Maxon was accidentally shot to death during holiday festivities in Oklahoma City when her half-brother tried to take a loaded .45 pistol from her. The incident occurred December 30, interrupting the holiday.
Washington Reuters report notes House Republicans face a bitter race for floor leadership at the 8th Congress start. Ranked contenders and backers debate compromise while factions threaten party harmony, with October 1948 timing and party unity in focus.
President Truman may propose small tax cuts targeting the lower income bracket to balance the budget and reduce the national debt. Rep Herman Kopplemann relayed the discussion with Truman on December 19, noting the aim to aid the poor who bear higher tax burdens and to raise the exemption for lower brackets.
NAM chief economist Ralph Rabey condemned a Bureau of Labor Statistics report on 1B 6 percent living costs rise this year as deceptive. He argued wage adjustments should pause to keep prices stable and prices remain affordable for consumers while opponents push for a 25 percent wage boost.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a political item referencing Wallace and a preference for reactionary over poor liberal, with garbled surrounding characters and unclear context. No clear event, date, or organization is identifiable.
A local club announces a hangar dance event on December 31. Details are unclear due to damaged text but reference to New York Eve and social gathering appears within the unreadable lines.
Damaging winds sweep through Hopkinsville Kentucky causing power outages and structural damage across multiple communities. Local officials warn residents to stay indoors and report downed lines as crews begin assessment and cleanup.
Portals Mare filed lawsuits over pay issues with employees alleging wage disputes and contractor misclassification. Court filings name Mare Portal Corp and related entities seeking back wages and remedies.
United Front forces launched a major push toward Shuyang near Funing and Laeashui as Communists resist near Huachiay. Government troops report advances and fierce engagements, with control shifts and consolidations amid ongoing battles in the Kiangsu region.
Yonamura Harochi, head of the gendarmerie known as the Wolfe of Changsun, was brought before a military court in Shanghai on a charge of murdering 27 Chinese underground workers at Taichong and Changcou.
Court notices schedule a Wednesday 10 AM meeting of commissioners. Oaths and statements are to be sworn, with discussion on bonds and related items. Reading appears garbled but confirms official proceedings and timing.
Fort Worth livestock buyers show steady demand with Steers and Heifers trading unevenly. Slaughter steers range 17.00 to 21.00 per cwt, cows from 11.00 to 34.00, calves 16.00 to 18.50. hogs mostly steady with top at 21.60 for good and choice, 380-280 lb. range 99.50 to 31.25.
Deputy Coroner says twelve bodies were removed from an air liner and identified after an inquest was planned. Officials described the effort to recover remains and the mounting questions about the disaster.
The faith healing group led by Lloyd Richardson of Deepwater West Virginia discussed their ban on venomous snakes and poisons during rituals. Most attendees were men with few women and children kept home due to fear of reptiles.
The Boubain Chamber of Commerce received a questionnaire from the Texas Almanac publishers seeking information about Fannin County and Beanhan during the 1946 47 line. The questionnaire has been completed and returned to the Almanac publication.
The county agent and the home demonstration agent will receive expanded office space. They now occupy a small area on the second floor and will add the former county attorney offices on the third floor after January.
A cloudy afternoon and night across portions of Texas with continued cold in the interior. Lows range from 18 to 24 in the north portion and 24 plus in the south interior. Scattered frost expected in the south. Tomorrow shows partly cloudy skies and warmer conditions with intermittent added warmth in the southern area.
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