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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1932
Page
1
A columnist argues reliance on God must be paired with self help. It cites a child’s refusal to pray for good behavior, urges citizens to act to end distress, and connects crime and corruption to prohibition debates. It blames anti prohibition allies and praises enforcing laws, criticizing repeal advocates.
A moral maxim urges treating others as we wish to be treated and thinking of them kindly in return. The quote from Sir John Lubbock encourages empathetic behavior and reciprocal respect.
A brief quotation from Proverbs 16 states that when a man’s ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies be at peace with him. The verse emphasizes divine approval guiding personal conduct and harmony.
A brief poem recounts a traveler leaving and returning under differing light. The speaker notes a personal rite of difference unseen by others, as dawn reveals hidden guerdon and destiny remains unreckoned. The poem contrasts outward shine with inner insight.
An editorial argues that public appeals for divine aid reflect a serious view of prayer. It notes the Pope inviting Protestants to join in a week of prayer and self denial and asserts relief comes from action by people, not miracles by God.
The magazine’s view supports a vote on repeal and discusses the pro and con arguments. It notes constitutional Referendum procedures, defends the push as a democratic option, and criticizes claims about prohibition’s broad social impact while cautioning against overstatement of the issue.
The writer jokes about not knowing how many governor candidates exist in Texas and how many of the 41 congressman-at-large nominees are unfamiliar to readers. They push for a printed list to confirm names before commenting.
The president argues that John Garner's billion dollar appropriation is largely pork barrel spending and asserts he has enough experience to recognize such pork, signaling a charged critique of the bill's contents.
A brief moral line declares that a person’s inner beliefs shape character. The saying notes that thinking in one way defines who they are, while negative thoughts shape a lesser self.
A condensed editorial notes a lull in Lindbergh kidnapping coverage as the body is found and authorities vow to pursue the culprit. It contrasts American secrecy with Britain's Scotland Yard and Canada’s Royal Mounted Police in a brief discussion of crime investigation norms.
A collage of quips and sentiment from Texas papers. The notes joke about politics, gender roles, and public life with satirical one liners and social commentary. The collection reflects mid century editorial voice across Dallas Corsicana Lewisville Clarksville Denison.
The article argues that halting public pursuit of criminals, as seen in the Lindbergh kidnapping, shows detectives gaining control rather than quitting. It warns that if the killers evade justice, it could embolden organized crime and reveal governmental impotence against such crime.
The article claims bankers manipulated markets by selling foreign bonds and operating pools, earning millions in commissions and profits while the public suffered losses. It cites a banking firm earning 22 million in commissions, a politician admitting 246 thousand from a brokerage, and calls for a new faith to revive stock buying on Wall Street.
The observed style notes various newspaper quips about overdone reporting and misprints. It references a Star City correspondent claiming a farmer saved pennies and taxed collector sting. the Oakland Tribune on rejection slips. the Detroit News humor on a musical. the Florence Herald on foreign investments. a London island listing described as paradise. and Pathfinder on Japan’s anti militarists.
A humorous scene shows a woman presenting a check after a cashier explains signing on the back. She writes on the back You loving wife Edith to indicate payment to her husband and the proper endorsement.
A playful dialogue excerpt presents a mother remarking on wealth and age while a daughter jokes about delaying love until after marriage. The exchange highlights social expectations and witty marital considerations.
A quick humor exchange describes a manager and his stenographer as a joke about a wife’s action. The line ends with a pun about a wife eating. The setup relies on miscommunication and a playful mispronunciation.
A Kiwanis Magazine spoof cast the Secretary of Agriculture as the Cowboy Secretary for Western audiences. In Bonham Texas, a formal notice announces a June 7 1932 election to decide whether the city will fund a municipal band by tax with Yes and No ballot instructions.
Local ad urges homeowners to repaint now with Lincoln Climatic Paint. Encourages quick decision to beat rising costs and warns neglect will lead to faster wear on dwellings and buildings.
A fragmentary patriotic verse praising the United States and its flag. It references liberty, unity, courage, and patriotism for soldiers and civilians, ending with a garbled postal line from City Texas and a scribbled signature.
A fragmented list identifies individuals and occupations: Dr G E Boring a dentist in Quincy Florida Mrs Sydney Stone geology instructor at Ohio Wesleyan University J T Blackburn coal seller in Caruthersville Missouri William Albert Godsave pastor in Watertown New York Professor Sparr boxing instructor in Chicago area Mabel Duck at Swan's music store in a Western town Plus marriage licenses Getz Cook in Los Angeles and Glaze North in Redding California Pathfinder noted.
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