20 Feb 1932
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1932
Page
1
A sermon praise for teachers and preachers as guardians of security and virtue notes that society relies on schools and churches to curb unrest and crime. It criticizes dependence on government relief, praises self-help, and quotes a governor’s remark on unemployment and fishing as a metaphor for self-reliance.
A poem by Mary Gaines portrays a Black worker defying a white boss, urging rest and music of freedom. The speaker describes toil under sun and threat, yearning for immediate rest and equal rights. The piece frames labor, weariness, and a dream of a golden crown beyond oppression.
An editorial begins with a prompt to pause and reflect amid stress from unemployment crime and war fears. It honors tirelessly working pastors counselors and social workers for preaching faith hope and brotherly kindness and for teaching that duty today builds tomorrow even when justice is imperfect and hardship endures.
A critical headline-like opinion stating that the nation's laws grant special privileges to a few at the expense of the many, portraying the legal framework as a financial crime instrument benefiting elites while harming the majority.
The Cass County judge cites consolidating counties, while Garner’s voting shows support for the national prohibition act and constitutional enforcement. The Dallas News notes his ambivalent, cautious position, balancing dry and wet sentiment as party leader with selective interviews.
A reader notes public funds and congressional records, joking that free coinage and franked speeches erode faith in government. The Favorite’s head writer allegedly touted a ten million dollar revolving fund, but a linotype error aired as revolting fund.
A collage of humorous and pointed quotes from Texas papers. The Guadalupe Gazette Bulletin questions gold standard effects on diggers while the Alamo News notes many seek political jobs over honest work. Milner Wells Index reflects on inevitability of consequences. Corsicana Sun comments on arguing as essential. Denison Herald warns pharmacy education may shift to domestic science. Sherman Democrat quotes a preacher on luck and faith.
A collection of satirical lines on international affairs from various newspapers. The quips touch on Uncle Sam and loans, Manchuria, Japan, and global politics with dry humor and social commentary. Names and exact outlets are cited as the source of the jokes.
OM notes dinner delays raise Pop's appetite while he preens his hair. Dublin Opinion laments first prize fantasies and apark bench upholstery joke. Calif church bulletin misreads ushers as diners during prayers. Bill Ticklekey endures a wife piano tuning hoax and a lifelong guitar lesson.
The Pathfinder essay laments a harsh season with an unemployed worker sharpening ice blades and a scolding view of government economizing. It mocks aging retirement norms in Manchuria and likens fashion to Will Hay collars while critiquing costly plots in Kathleen Norris style magazines.
Rochester, N.Y. Joseph Weiman faced a cautionary outcome after a fire-related incident at the Weilman restaurant. Authorities urged precision and safety to prevent repetition, emphasizing responsible handling of flames and heat sources.
A business owner turned on a gas stove at his shop in errored attempt to light a fire. After failing to locate four matches, he left the gas on while seeking another. Returning, he struck a match and caused a boom. The incident highlights negligence in handling gas equipment.
The remark notes that prices are very low, implying the impact on wealth or holdings would be minimal despite bargains or discounts. It suggests a context of abundant supply or market conditions that do not significantly reduce overall wealth.
The Daily Favorite charges $15 for a daily notice or $20 for daily and weekly. Weekly notices cost $10 for county offices and $5 for precinct offices. Cash must accompany the order for insertion, or it will not appear. All announcements relate to the Democratic primary on July 23, 1932.
District Clerk candidates include Allen Spies John CC Miller for Fannin County. Tax Collector Walter Boyd Frank Wright. Tax Assessor R H Dick Trimble Frank Campbell Jas A Agnew Claude C Hodge. Sheriff nominees F M Johnson Henry Chaney Jack Leonard A L Chaffin J C Maguire.
A school inspector tests Tommy's general knowledge and asks for the harvest season. The boy answers from November to March, prompting the inspector to challenge the months. The boy reveals his father, a plumber, gave him the answer.
A brief remark notes Brown's stubborn independence as a barrier to becoming a successful salesman. The exchange asks how he can succeed, answering that he refuses to take orders from anyone, signaling a barrier to teamwork and sales performance.
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