27 Jan 1960
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1960
Page
1
An editorial warns Bonham residents that less than half may vote as the Jan. 31 poll tax deadline nears. It argues progress depends on electing progressive council members and paying the tax to fund needed city improvements. It urges readers to vote and buy a poll tax to shape Bonham’s future.
The Rovse City American publishers Bob and Zaner Robinsons host a discussion on the 1960 North and East Texas Press Association convention planned for Nacogdoches on March 7 4 19. They recently expanded their plant and showcased new front office ideas while remaining active in civic duties.
Northern Democrats press President Eisenhower to back quick House action on civil rights voting bill. Attorney General Rogers proposes court appointed referees to certify voters and monitor ballots while leaders urge Republicans to sign a petition to force the bill from the Rules Committee.
Secretary of State Zollie Steakley denied a charter request by Naturist Association Inc for a nudist camp in Texas. The action cited Texas Penal Code sections banning indecent exposure and obscene displays in public places. The proposal had sought a Grand Prairie home office and 23 999 shares at par value.
The Rev Bul Kent pastor of the Leonard Methodist church and a Bonham Rotary member spoke to the Rotary club on Bolivia. He cited high unemployment and poor living conditions, urging service clubs and missions to aid education health and living standards. Kent described his Bolivia tenure as Rotary secretary and noted his return to the Leonard church in 1958. Roy Owens chaired the Wednesday session.
A battered fragment reports a bus stuck beneath an overpass after being stolen. The vehicle remains wedged under the low structure as authorities and onlookers observe the tense scene.
Washington reports Len Stuart Symington enters the missile strength dispute amid White House and Defense Department briefings. Dulles counters by saying Soviet superiority is not real while others fault new estimates as too rosy and based on flawed calculations.
Washington reports Senator Johnson introduced a bill to authorize the Columbus Bend dam on the lower Colorado River near Columbus Texas. The plan aims to provide flood control storage municipal and industrial water while Bureau of Reclamation feasibility studies proceed.
NASA chief Glennan told Congress the agency seeks substantial new funds to accelerate the space program. He cited plans for a giant Saturn booster and rapid Apollo-like launches, aiming to surpass Soviet advances within four to five years. He noted NASA has requested 802 million dollars for the coming year and emphasized ongoing development of Saturn and other vehicles to maintain momentum. He warned that Soviet boosters could pace the race if U S funding lags.
A light cool front rests over Bonham, bringing calmer conditions through Thursday. The forecast calls for clear skies and dry air with moderate winds, easing into a pleasant late week as temperatures trend cooler at night.
A court in Texas faces a death sentence approval amid appeals from the defendant. The proceedings detail the case against a Houston area inmate, including expert testimonies and final sentencing steps.
Officials warn a school closing plan could trigger collapse of local district services amid shifting enrollment and funding pressures. Community groups urge safeguards as analysis cites potential impact on students and staff.
Citizens face near deadlines to pay city and state poll taxes to be eligible for upcoming elections. Offices close at 5 pm Friday and reopen Monday morning. mail payments must be postmarked by January 3. The piece notes broader tax requirements for city county and state taxes and hints at political contests through May June and November.
The commission opened bids for two projects on the 6.693 mile Fannin FM Road including paving and drainage. Bids from several firms were reviewed as officials prepare final award decisions in Austin.
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