26 Jan 1947
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1947
Page
1
A Dakota transport crash at Croydon Airport claimed two passengers and three crew. The South African operator's plane skidded on snow after takeoff, wreckage spread, and four others were severely injured.
State auditors warn of a budget clash between the state treasurer and attorney general amid a rift over funds. Governor Talmadge, named officials Redwine and Thrasher, and revenue officers clash as six agencies face Feb. funding pause.
A county census shows a rise in farm landowners from 172,? in 1940 to 213,902 acres owned by operators. Share tenants declined from 2,058 in 1940 to 1,979. Average farm size stayed near constant while cultivated land decreased. Road and farm equipment figures rose, reflecting shifting farming practices amid a broader move toward owner-occupied farms.
World War II veterans survivors must apply now to receive retroactive Social Security benefits payable from the veteran's death. The 1946 amendment allowed payments to dependents of ex servicemen who died within three years after discharge, with a six month window for earlier deaths ending February 10. Applications should be filed at the nearest Social Security office.
Stalin refused Britain’s note proposing a three to five year officer exchange between the British and Red Army. He said the proposal could be seen as preparing for war and stressed that any long term arrangement would need clarifications and assurances before acceptance. Marshal Montgomery’s position and prospects for a broader exchange were noted but not pursued.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a community hospital fund drive with a goal to raise assistance for patients. The readable portions mention a campaign event and possible supporting organizations, urging local participation.
The article reports that state funding for the hot lunch program will be halted, affecting schools and districts. Officials note funds have been exhausted and the move will end support while leaving questions about impacts on students and meal access.
Pittsburgh reports the CIO United Steelworkers and United States Steel Corp extend their contract to May 1 1943 hoping for a peace settlement. The extension aims to give both sides more time to reach an accord.
Turmoil and organizing activity surround AC plants as unions press for better pay and benefits. Labor groups mobilize members and supporters, citing wage gaps and job security while management negotiates with officials.
Local officials warn that citizens have one week to pay current levies as Friday marks the final deadline. The Nat Board urges timely remittance to avoid penalties and ensure service funding.
A garbled historical note reports fears of state government paralysis if a feud is settled. It cites actions by State Auditor F Thrasher and mentions Hermar Talmage and Jaimee, Governor, and a new attempt at settlement being revealed by J B Edwards of the Southern Judicial Circuit.
London reports the Big Four propose guaranteeing Austria's independence until a native government can defend itself. The plan follows discussions on peace treaties with Feodor Gusev and aims to assign responsibility for postwar security to the Four powers. In Washington, officials express optimism over extending the steel industry labor contract, signaling progress toward industrial peace through 1947.
The piece notes turmoil as the committee led by Tobe and elected officials clash. Democrats accuse Republicans of political games while readers discuss banking concerns and public funding issues amid a partisan split.
An Oklahoma crash near EMORE on January 2 killed veteran Roger May. He died instantly after being struck while helping a friend from a mule drawn train when a head injury and leg injuries proved fatal. The incident occurred as they attempted to aid a colleague.
Eldorado Illinois reports a surprise birth as James Rogers becomes father to triplets after expecting twins. Mrs Rogers welcomed three babies, marking a rare family event in a day marked by twin births in the household.
Bonham readers report a charity polio fund dance planned for Monday night at Jones Field. Organizers Altman and Musa Muster curate the event with music by a local band and advance tickets offered in town. Proceeds support polio relief and community health efforts.
Miami Beach Fla January 25 Al Capone, head of the Chicago underworld, remains in critical condition today as doctors report lingering pneumonia and lung infection. The medical team spent hours at his bedside and noted mounting respiratory weakness.
In London the foreign office reports preliminary moves to revise the Anglo Soviet pact as Premier Stalin and Premier Churchill discuss changes. Officials say negotiations are under active consideration while the Big Four prepare for a possible March meeting.
Joe Devault son of Mr and Mrs James L Devault arrived home January 10 from Berlin Germany. He is awaiting discharge to active duty in the arc hive anyway.
Washington January 25 UPI Congressman O’Dannel of Texas said a pact by the CIO and steel industry to extend current portal to portal pay contracts to May 1 shows not generosity but need due to great uncertainty over portal to portal payments. He warned new negotiations would be impossible without extension.
A county survey report about Fannin's sails is released in book form. The New Premier is named by Greece WFATHER.
Warshall will trend parley but Wart not ask vtponement. unclear readable text presents no clear event or quotation to summarize.
District court began Monday with no final cases for the washd, while district court started Saturday with preliminary filings. Names like Winhar, Adams, Werder, and Shel appear in incomplete notes about injury, assault, and a shooting complaint.
Fragmented text reports a mid-air collision involving two jet aircraft. Details are unreadable. no clear locations or units are identifiable.
Welton M Jones promoted to district agent and assigned to the Extension Service headquarters at College Stanton. Russell Reed of Stanton, a World War II veteran and current assistant county agent, will succeed him. The move announced today impacts East Texas counties and local agricultural programs.
Bonham Jaycees announce a dinner gathering Monday at Edwards Cafe at 7 oclock. Les Collins president urges all members to attend. The note appears in a Bemidji era clipping with added local items and stray names.
Two station editors, Harold Donnem and Fimer Wil nO, were badly burned in a gasoline flare-up used to clean a grease rack. Dunham was taken to Fort Worth hospital with third degree burns. Wilna was treated for second degree burns. firefighters saved the flare-up from spreading.
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