07 Feb 1936
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1936
Page
1
The government farm census for Fannin County indicates fewer farms in 1984 than 1929, but a strong rise in dairy and cattle figures. Full owners increased to 1,599 in 1934, tenants declined, land values dropped yet productive power remains. Farm women aid food production as cattle drive prosperity for farmers and the nation.
The McKuaney Examiner opposes a general sales tax but concedes Texas must raise revenue for old age pensions. It favors a 15 cent per barrel tax on oil from Tex wells paid by oil and gasoline users, arguing it would broaden tax reach while opponents warn it would unfairly hit motorists and freight operators.
The New York Department of Sanitation installed governors on 200 purchased vehicles to cap speed at 25 mph. In New Jersey a driver who lost his license for speeding agreed to fit a governor and promised to drive slower after an accident. The piece argues for universal car governors to reduce reckless driving and save lives.
The Half million dollar Red River dam survey funds renew confidence in project. Congressman Sam Rayburn receives credit for keeping the plan alive as a flood control measure and securing hearings in Washington. Debate over naming the dam resurfaces with Rayburn linked as a memorial figure.
The piece discusses the American Liberty League's stance on employment and business projections, noting expectations of no major growth until after elections. It references political figures and regions, including Tennessee Valley and Nebraska valleys, and comments on public speaking expectations for officials like Rayburn.
A mixed, damaged clipping quotes religious notes and poems but includes corrupted lines and stray letters. It references Francis de Sales and James Bible verses, plus scattered fragments about winter scenes and an apparent wedding inquiry, all incomplete and unreadable in places.
Mrs Arat Darling welcomed the Thursday Study Club to a February meeting and introduced a program led by Mrs Charlie Lestie. The event featured talks on Andy Adams Cav Chronicles and Cewhbar Song with remarks by Mrs A G Mc-Pae and Mrs GQ Mellon.
The passage questions whether those with extra funds deserve or should claim more, arguing that abundance does not automatically equate with fairness. It hints at moral debate surrounding wealth and entitlement.
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