22 Jul 1921
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1921
Page
1
The ballot lists amendments for Texas Article 17 abolishing the Prison Commissioners board. Pro and con positions. It also covers compensation of executive officers, Confederate soldiers and widows aid, legislator mileage per diem, native-born or naturalized electors, poll tax sharing, and absentee voting.
Editorial urges Texans to vote on five proposed amendments tomorrow. It argues against abolishing the prison board and transferring control to the legislature, warns the first amendment could raise costs and reduce accountability. It supports modest salary increases for state officials and outlines a seven cent tax for Confederate soldiers, sailors, and widows.
The editorial backs amendments expanding veteran pensions and legislator pay rules while limiting sessions, tightening citizenship for voters, allowing spousal tax credits, and enabling absentee voting. It argues for all three changes as preserving Texas Americanism and modern governance.
Market advertises cold melons and extra nice fruits for Saturday and Sunday with quick city delivery and daily fresh vegetables from the farm. West 4th Street contact phone 630 for orders.
Clearing out all summer goods at attractive prices at M. C. Spivy & Co. Bargains on seasonal stock draw shoppers seeking discounted apparel and accessories at the South Market store.
The Steger Milling Co announces readiness to purchase surplus corn at 50 cents per bushel for white corn and 40 cents for yellow or mixed corn, payment offered for immediate delivery within one week.
Brannon Jewelry Co announces a limited week long offer under 21 M. C. Spivy & Co. Kodak finishings to customers who bring a negative for a free 6 by 7 enlargement. The promotion showcases new store arrivals and clearances on summer merchandise.
A lively water carnival at the Natatorium drew about 2,000 spectators. Hugh Rodgers and Albert Taylor won top honors as high movers, with Olwen Gross and Kenneth Evans among notable performers. Prizes went to Frank Day, Walter Dulaney, Mrs Harry Gray, Jack Harper, Raymond Dulaney, Miss Senter Ford, Sidney Smith, and others amid humorous skits and a hotel-worthy lineup.
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