09 Jul 1921
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1921
Page
1
Notice printed by Daily Except Sunday Favorite Printing Co for Benham post office announcing mail matter handling and official processing details.
The author denounces demands by cattle and oil interests for government aid as unjust favors that shift costs to the many. He argues protectionism by various groups would raise prices for consumers and threaten republican equality, urging government to end special favors and uphold equal opportunity.
England and Ireland agreed on a truce to begin at noon next Monday. The report notes it will be hard for some Irish to face a period with no fighting. In Muskogee the women were told to stop appearing in streets and stores in bathing suits, a move seen as balancing crowd attraction and business.
The piece recalls Gus Shaw and John H. Kirby urging Texas farmers to back the Republican ticket last fall for promised prosperity. It now argues they must also support protective tariffs, claiming a new wave of prosperity will follow.
The article urges July 23 Independence Amendment for all American voters. It calls for voters to be native born or naturalized citizens before voicing in state government. It condemns noncitizen voting as a disgrace and a long-held condition needing change.
The piece notes that cotton prospects look flattering but warns it is too early to predict final outcomes. It recalls last year’s bumper crop lowering prices and describes efforts to reduce acreage this season. It cites pests, weather risks, and a resigned outlook on accepting future results.
Lloyd Cooper of this city has been notified that his application to attend the Citizens' Military Training Camp at Camp Travis has been granted. The camp runs from July 15 to August 14, and so far he is the only Bonham resident listed as attending.
Clutter News notes sunny days as farmers work and neighbors visit. Many local families are mentioned with Sunday gatherings, children and kinfolk visiting relatives, and the community plunge into Sunday school at Prairie Point.
Oakland residents report a tragic auto wreck on Timber Creek that claimed a young life yesterday while the town enjoyed celebrations. The column also notes local illnesses, church attendance, and plans for an upcoming revival starting Friday July 8 with J J Douglas leading singing.
Pay your water bill before the 10th of the month to avoid penalties. An assorted mix of local ads announces beauty and medical treatments by Nancy B. Sumpter, blacksmithing and woodwork by W. J. Marcom & Son, and a line about exercise for the Richmound area.
A small notice signals Trye Favorite ran a want ad seeking a specific outcome. The piece notes that readers should respond to the inquiry and promises potential applicants or candidates may receive favorable attention if they meet stated criteria.
Local note row reports neighbors visiting relatives in Paris and nearby towns. Mentions Misnes Novelyn Thompson Nettie Lee Jace and Neal Thompson plus Mr C Y Rhodes of Memphis Texas visiting kin. Health in the community described as very good. several residents share weekends with relatives and hosts.
Dr. Henry R. Scates opens a new practice at Room 208 State Bank Building Bonham Texas announcing telephone 198 and offering glasses fittings as part of his Eye Ear Nose and Throat services.
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