24 Feb 1940
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1940
Page
1
Plane followers await the event as Gi a Denies plans to dive Monday on Goes Off Standard. The broadcast context suggests a media scheduling twist with notable figures involved and a tentative timeframe for the diving segment.
Sweden faces a diplomatic snag as Parliament convenes to debate and pass exchange control measures after denials that the Red Army bombed Pajala. Government moves aim to establish controls with expected swift effect and little opposition.
On February 24 Adolf Hitler addressed about 2,000 at Festsaal Hafbraun celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Nazi program. He asserted party resolve and warned that democracy would not prevail, saying many democracies back away while Germans sought a new world order. The speech referenced betrayal of confidence in the Versailles treaty and claimed nations faced upheaval.
The notice mentions selection in 1940 for a unit named WL under Nthe 1940 squad, highlighting that only a small number are chosen for this group. It references a back son and implies a regimental context in the historical record.
Albert Harold Fletcher aged 25 was sentenced to life in prison for criminal assault on a 15 year old girl. The jury found him the leader of four men who attacked her on a country road south of Dallas last December 16. The district attorney sought the death penalty and Fletcher admitted the attack in court. The girl resisted only minimally and the other three men await trial in county jail.
The House Banking Committee rejected a proposal by Rep William J Miller to loan Finland 36 million for a war loan used to purchase arms or other American commodities. The measure failed by a five to one vote, reflecting opposition from lawmakers.
Feb 24 report from Fort Sill Oklahoma describes a blonde screen actress seeking a divorce alleging physical and mental suffering caused by her husband. The complaint asks for equitable relief and alimony was not granted. The piece also covers Paulo McNutt’s campaign stops in Oklahoma and Arkansas, his stance on a third Roosevelt term, and his appearance at events in Chickasha and Oklahoma City.
A Texas report shows old age pension revenue for 1940 and 1941 will be close to 1937-39 levels unless Legislature adds funds. Tom C. King, state auditor, notes administration costs and liquor tax revenues shape the pension fund, with 1937-39 receipts from liquor exceeding four million dollars annually.
A cold wave from the Midwest moved into Bonham and North Texas bringing fog and mist then clearing. Forecasters warned temperatures could plunge near zero as in January with sub freezing readings possible through Sunday and into the week while livestock advisories covered West Texas.
Washington reports the Commerce Department estimates the nation's 1939 income at 68.5 billion dollars, up seven percent from 1938 but 14 billion below 1929 and 3 billion below 1937. The review cites price and cost of living gaps, notes high December activity likely to ease, and highlights recovery and war as key factors shaping 1939.
A Texas Railrcad Commission hearing concluded on extending Moonry Motor Coaches bus service from McKinney to Dallas along U S Highway 15. Owner Thomas Mooney seeks public necessity certification. Greyhound and others oppose, saying current lines cover the route adequately. Over 100 area witnesses from Bonham to Greenville testified before B L Templeton.
Bailey Pulldogs and Fannin county champions meet the Boles Orphans Home five in the District 13 Texas Interscholastic League basketball semifinals at Commerce. Bailey reached the semis with a 24 to 23 hard fought win over Jennings, Lamar county champions, in a standout first round battle. Bailey already beat Boles once this season and is slight favorite to reach the finals at 8:30 p.m.
Hollywood witnesses watched a Western scene turn fatal on Sunset Boulevard as John Tyke aged 45 was shot and killed. Police arrested Jerome B. Ward, 50, on suspicion of murder after the incident marked as real.
San Antonio Feb 24 Mayor Maury Maverick led a push against the Austin meat ordinance by introducing city measures for strict inspection of meat and furniture imports. He argued the ordinances were legally similar to the Austin rule and aimed to spark a broader nationwide trade fight.
Fort Worth reports a 15 percent rise in private home building in Texas this year, forecast by Fred W. Sternenberg of Austin, president of Texas Lumbermen's Association. The industry notes a shift to smaller practical homes and modernization needs at older Texas mansions where families reside. Brenenberg eyes the Fort Worth Lumbermen's Convention set for April 8-11.
The forecast warns of a stronger cold wave sweeping the state with much colder air spreading tonight. The Weather Bureau predicts a severe chill moving southeastward, with temperatures dropping to near or below freezing in northern and eastern regions. Dallas meteorologist J. L. Cliche notes the cold front will reach the area, bringing sharp temp drops and potential frost.
Hope a quad ramble deceased from colic while her companions remained unharmed. The details are fragmented but indicate a single fatal case among a dam of quads near Jasper Alabama with emergency oxygen support attempted. Local observers note several other siblings are reported fine with no immediate health concerns.
United Press reports 560000 Vien patrols on the border amid vague Turkish mobilization claims. Allied leaders including Neville Chamberlain discuss war aims, deny peace with the Nazi government, and seek a united front with Denmark Norway Sweden to aid Finland while coordinating postwar plans.
Fragmented report notes a failed bid in Washington on February 24 to block an ambassador salary after a contested appropriations action. The text garbles names, positions, and agencies, but suggests Senate or committee debate over ambassador pay and related budget items.
Moscow reports deep snow and fog prevented Soviet operations on the Karelian Isthmus Friday. Finnish air activity was limited to ten sorties. Soviet communique says 12 enemy defensive fortifications were captured. Front vicinity at Leningrad claims nothing of note.
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