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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1908
Page
1
Secretary Loeb stated that when Ohio vacancies arise, efforts will be made to appoint capable Taft loyalists. He noted the President is undeterred by the Senate’s rejection of four nominations yesterday, a move seen as strengthening Taft allegiance among the affected nominees.
An enthusiastic discussion with A A Burney details a proposal to fund a canning factory. The plan seeks forty business leaders to purchase 1000 in stock each, securing one year of rent free for the cannery and a possible extended lease, with several already agreeing to buy 100 in stock. The timing hinges on preparing the plant before the upcoming growing season for tomatoes and cabbage.
The Stated Conclave of Bonham Commandery No 42 K T meets tonight at 7:30. All members are expected. Election of officers. Visiting Brethren cordially invited. F Cowden E C Lane Recorder
Advert shows new designs in dress and white goods with embroidery from M C Spivy Co on Main Street. Also notes promotions for Robert and various local notices including a lost dog reward and custody of Sallie Dodd. Cotton market prices listed with brisk bidding and several bales on streets.
The article notes agitation for a move that would widen truck acreage planting. If successful, the change would nearly solve the boll weevil problem by expanding cultivated land and altering pest control dynamics.
In a bold ad M C Spivy & Company offers $1.00 men’s shirts in new styles for 65 cents, inviting shoppers to view the deal in the big Main street window.
Seed peanuts. T have about twenty bushels of seed peanuts for sale. Wanted a person to travel for hardware specialties. Blome may be used for headquarters if desired. Weekly salary of 109.00 per year plus expenses. Address J A Alexander 386 Dearborn St Chicago Ill.
In Sues and Washington on January 15 the Senate did not receive a Treasury reply to its information resolution. Aldrich supported Culberson’s measure on the same subject and the resolution passed. The body also cut the China war indemnity from 24 million to 11 million and then debated the penal code bill.
Will Evans of Honey Grove visited the city today as local merchants discuss ongoing prices for men’s and boys’ clothing and potential adjustments.
Copy describes express service promising new goods and competent salespeople to demonstrate products. Mentions Spivy & Go as a firm. No further details provided.
Death at Gober claims A G Foster an old respected citizen aged eighty. He died at his home near Gober and the burial is set for tomorrow afternoon at the Gober county. Foster was widely known in the county and city. A lost Leat Red leather folding purse containing two ten dollar bills and papers was reported. notify J W Short Lamaseo No 2 or leave at Favorite office.
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