Wabash Fast Train Wreck Claims Seven Lives
Attica Indiana reports seven killed and about forty injured when a St Louis to New York flyer derailed near Milford four miles west of Attica. The allman freight train sidetracked to let the flyer pass. one car jackknifed into the freight engine. Uniformed authorities pursue a murder investigation in Hillsboro.
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Heavy Rain Floods San Antonio. Two Children Rescued
United Press reports heavy rain and strong winds sweep San Antonio on June 2. Streets flooded and debris washed away, prompting evacuations on Carolina Street. Firefighters rescued two children from a house surrounded by water as flooding threatened more damage.
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San Antonio
Arolina Street
House Votes to Adjourn on June 7
Washington June 2 The House voted 221 to 47 to adjourn on June 7. The resolution now goes to the Senate.
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House
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Bonham and Gainesville Set Next Week Games
Bonham and Gainesville schedule next week games on Tuesday and Wednesday with tip offs around five o clock. The notice notes good games praised and lists Mel Wa 24 as a reference.
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Bonham
Wind and hail sweep Austin area damaging crops
A heavy wind and hail storm struck Austin area overnight scattering fruit trees and flooding cotton fields. Three inches of rain fell in thirty minutes and billboards were wrecked as grain was beaten into the ground.
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Austin
Local Families Visit and Attends Church in Denton Area
Mr and Mrs C A Stokes and children and Mrs Martha Crittenden spent yesterday with Mr and Mrs Tom Skipworth at Oakland. Mr and Mrs C B Roberts and children of Lannius attended church there yesterday and visited Mr and Mrs Oscar Jones. Mrs C R Smith and daughter Lou Frances returned Saturday from New Orleans. Miss Madge Vail, teaching at Byers, Texas, is visiting here.
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Martha Crittenden
Tom Skipworth
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Lou Frances
New Orleans
Madge Vail
Byers
Texas
Ozymandias of Egypt
A traveler from an antique land recalls a statue in a desert where two colossal legs stand and a shattered visage wears a frown of cold command. The pedestal bears the boast Look on my works, ye mighty and despair, while nothing else remains around the lonely ruin.
Benham and Gainesville Face Off In Back-to-Back Games
Benham plays Gainesville here Tuesday and Wednesday as both teams bring solid lines. The matchup promises tight defense and competitive pitching with local fans eyeing key hitters.
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Benham
Gainesville
Market N Grocery Ad Promises Fresh Cuts And Wide Choice
Local market advertises ready to cut meats and groceries with flexible options. Slogans promise quality and tailored service for hungry customers seeking quick shopping.
Ford Motor Co. Selling Cars At Cost As Profits Shift
The Wall Street Journal notes Ford Motor Co expands output to cut costs and now sells automobiles at cost. Profits come from parts sales freight charges by products and interest on balances. The piece cites a move toward an eight hour five day week and examines the impact on manufacturing profit per car amid rising total output.
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Wall Street Journal
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Avie Wisher Recovers Lost $10 Bill on Main Street
Avie Wisher, acting messenger for Western Union, misplaced a ten dollar bill on south Main Street Saturday. He advertised his loss but had little hope of recovery. Three hours later while riding, he found the bill on the paving. It had been passed by hundreds of people and cars without notice.
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Bates' Improved Antiseptic Liniment for Man and Animal
Bates' Improved Antiseptic Liniment touted for use on humans and animals. The brief notice emphasizes its broad applicability and medical value in treating wounds and skin irritations.
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Bates
Ready to Serve Meats for Unexpected Guests
The ad urges housewives to call for boiled ham and weinies bolonga ready to serve. It promises a complete grocery line with a large variety of canned goods for quick meal solutions.
General Tells Why He Didn't Get Married
Chicago report quotes Major General Milton J. Foreman reflecting on why he never married. The World War II veteran, awarded the DSC for heroism and former colonel of the 122nd Field Artillery, cites romance, dreams, and his mother’s influence as key factors shaping his bachelor life. He notes practical concerns, memories, and a skeptical view of the grand passion.
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Milton J. Foreman
Foreman
122Nd Field Artillery
To Close Out Our Wheat Finest Chicken Feed Sale
Advertises a limited offer on chicken feed labeled as the finest wheat based product and notes substantial savings. No specific dates or organizations are mentioned.
Runaway Street Car Crashes in San Francisco Injuring 35
San Francisco June 2 a street car ran wild down Market Street crashing into a motor car. The runaway wrecked three automobiles and damaged debris strewn over two blocks. Police reported 35 injured with three fatalities.
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San Francisco
United Press
Market Street
General Contemplates Life Ambitions and Marriage
A general discusses male ambitions, listing marriage fame and fortune as the top aims. He jokes that many men reach marriage before becoming a fireman and notes that life’s void must be filled in some way, reflecting on personal restraints.
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Masons Called Meeting at Constantine Lodge No. 13
Notice for a Tuesday night 7:30 meeting of Constantine Lodge No. 13 A F and A M. Work in 1st and 2nd degrees. Visitors welcome. W M Jas R Carmichael and Secretary Jas Anderson provide details.
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Jersey Jubilee Draws Bonham People to Leonard Event
Bonham residents attended the Jersey Jubilee at Leonard on Friday calling it one of the county’s most interesting and successful gatherings. A full report is promised tomorrow with note that Bonham could host a similar exhibit if better housing facilities were available.
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Bonham
Fink of Buffalo Fails to Disclose Plot Before Senate
Al Fink of Buffalo did not appear before the senate committee as promised to reveal a dastardly plot against President Coolidge. He said he would name Vanderlip and Senators Wheeler and Burkhart if allowed to testify, but the hearing proceeded without his statement.
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United Press
Washington
al Fink
Buffalo
Coolidge
Senate Committee
Fink
Vanderlip
Wheeler
Burkhart
Cotton Estimate Given Out Today
Washington June 2 The May 25 condition of the cotton crop was 65.6 percent of normal, compared with 71 percent a year ago and the ten year May 25 average of 72.8 percent, as estimated by the Department of Agriculture.
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United Press
Washington
Department of Agriculture
Weather outlook and local services in Texas
East Texas will see partly cloudy skies tonight and Tuesday with possible showers in the south. West Texas stays partly cloudy to unsettled with potential showers in the southeast. Picture framing and cabinet work offered. Repairing phonographs a specialty. Johnson Gro. Phone 706.
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East Texas
West Texas
Johnson Gro
East Wing of Carlton College Auction Notice
East wing of Carlton College offered at drastic reduction. Entire property or part may be purchased. Interested bidders urged to visit for terms. Miss Grace ate Salie Joe Carton referenced in the notice.
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Carlton College
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