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Newspaper

Bonham Daily Favorite

Location

Bonham, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1932

Page

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Bible Quotation Verse About God

A biblical quotation states I am the first and the last and there is no other God besides me. The speaker affirms knowledge of no other divine being. The text references Isaiah chapter 44 verse 6.

Rhythms of Poetry and Popular Art in Lyric Tone

A short verse by John Erskine contrasts poets' reverence for classic imagery with the crowd’s taste for popular art. It urges the muse to breathe again, praising Apollo’s hyacinth wealth and the delicate craft of verse while noting shifting public favor toward sensational posing.

Apollo John Erskine

Bath tax plan sparks editor's objection in Bonham

A letter from Ashley Evans of the Bonham Favorite proposes a 2 to 5 cent tax on each bath to raise government revenue and reduce bath tub accidents. The McKinney Examiner editor objects, arguing the plan could mislead the public and hinder congressional adoption.

McKinney Examiner Congress Examiner Ashley Evans Bonham Favorite United States

Responsibility for Prohibition Politics

The Marshall News warns that both parties unlikely to adopt identical prohibition planks. It argues the wet faction will press for a distinct liquor stance, risking the campaign center on alcohol. Brewers and distillers seek to obscure other issues to restore liquor traffic.

Marshall Friends of Liquor Friends of the Law Texas

Water use reform proposal contrasts baths with flowers

The writer argues against taxing baths noting people would still use water. A weekly bath reduces personal cleanliness but increases attention to homes, lawns, and flowers. Water would flow more to irrigation and even beverages under a plan aligned with nature.

Tammany Leaders Stand By Mayor Walker Amid New Revelations

The Tammany leadership declares support for Mayor Walker despite disclosures that he accepted favors from sponsors seeking city favors. They deem no wrongdoing shown and warn that Tammany practices are viewed as legitimate by some, noting broader American public judgment against New York style leadership.

Tammany Walker New York America Jimmy Walker

Public Salary Cuts Prompt Widespread Letters to Congress

The text notes thousands of messages to Congress opposing a ten percent pay reduction for public employees. It stresses that not all writers are officials, and some aim to become public officials after February.

Claudianus Congress

Texas Opinion omits candidate for governor list

The Houston publication Texas Opinion has not yet included the governor candidates in its weekly list, continuing a lapse that leaves readers without a complete view of contenders. The article notes the ongoing omission and questions editorial coverage.

Texas Opinion Houston

Unclear protest rhetoric on legal action and military prep

The excerpt debates a potential damages suit and public exposure for lesser known individuals while suggesting conscripting six million unemployed to boost wartime morale. It contrasts calls for larger preparedness spending with antiwar sentiment and political risk.

Uncle Sam Congress

The Rise of Skirts and Fashion in Women’s Wardrobes

A fashion notice argues that consistency in dress leads to personal style. It notes men’s simple approach and women’s embrace of new silhouettes after years without certain garments.

Shoe prices defy sense with gas costs in doubt

A man with a car finds it hard to believe gasoline remains cheaper than shoes, noting a shift from past comparisons when fuel was simpler to justify against. The remark highlights altered price dynamics and consumer priorities in a changing market.

Egypt tablet shows ancient installment buying usage

A clay tablet from Egypt reveals that installment buying was common four thousand years ago. The find highlights early consumer credit practices in ancient commerce and daily life.

Egypt

Frakes Seeks Texas Governorship Amid Speech Trail

Mr Frakes campaigns for Texas governor focusing on reform themes. He urges party unity and frames the contest as a turning point for state leadership.

Campaign finance mood shifts as donors tighten

The piece notes mood changes in campaign funds, with Treasurer Mc Nutt and others sensing tighter generosity. It compares past liberal giving to current cautious spending, arguing state and national limits, economic strain, and voter Prudence may curb expenditures while national funds still run to several millions when directed.

McNutt Republican National Committee

Downplaying Campaign Funds in Tough Economic Year

The Corsicana Sun notes that the administration and party majorities face a budget balancing mood with reduced campaign spending. It argues large party funds are scandal prone and wasteful, and a minimum of fundraising is beneficial in a low mood year.

Congress Corsicana Sun Claude Callan Star-Telegram

End Armament With Feared Destructive Blueprint

A Dallas Journal report discusses an American engineer who claims a blueprint for a remote staff using bases to destroy any area and ruin a nation's credit, potentially rendering all armies obsolete. He seeks backing to present the plan at Geneva, with Congress and Washington weighing support.

United States Geneva Congress Washington Dallas Journal

The Day's Best From Texas Newspapers

A collage of humorous and opinion items from Texas papers. Jibes at government bureaus for sports coaching and bulletins, with quips on politics and taxes. Observations on actors, marriage, home design, and classic newspaper humor across several local sources.

Quirky Stateings: Devices, Puns, and Fish in News Snips

A Swedish inventor creates a multi function device that alarms heats and percolates coffee with an optional toast scraper. A humorist notes a piano recital appeals to him while joking about tat. A postage debate hints at rivets for stamps and copper ideas. A Arkansas Gazette quip questions a buhil movement and a fish that sings in South Africa.

Lincoln Climatic Paint Ad Promises Low Costs

An old line advert promotes cheap paint with the promise to “paint up cheaper now.” It urges readers to think it over and consider buying from Lincoln Climatic Paint, using quirky spelling to entice customers.

Eure

Roosevelt rejects stunts to prove fitness for president

The Pathfinder notes Governor Roosevelt refuses demands for a physical stunt to prove fitness for the presidency. It states he believes simply running for office suffices to test his capabilities.

Roosevelt The Pathfinder

Worth a Smile Regretted Departure

A man by a graveyard encounters a mournful man sobbing over a grave asking why someone died. The answer reveals the bereaved man lamenting his wife’s first husband, delivering a darkly comic twist.

Fresh Paint Sign Sparks Curious Reactions In Town

Town residents react to a plain sign reading fresh paint as a mystery, prompting conversations and local curiosity about the message and its creator. Officials offer no explanation, leaving observers to speculate about the project or prank behind the sign.

Dream of dancing with Bob ends in startled wake

A dream of dancing with Bob unfolds into a jolt as the narrator wakes to find their kid brother pounding their feet with a stick, disrupting the moment. The scene blends playful affection with a sharp, comic interruption.

Alice Bob

Jones and Bobby dispute newborn's gender claim

A conversation reveals Jones cites a father’s statement about a birth, while Bobby insists the baby is a girl, mentioning powder applied this morning and an earlier comment about a boy. The exchange ends with a vague note about reading the favorites.

Jones Bobby

Announcement rates for Democratic primary notices

The Daily Favorite and the Semi Weekly Bonham News announce rates for political notices. Daily Favorite costs 15 dollars, combined daily and weekly two dollars, weekly alone ten dollars for county officers five dollars for precinct offices. Cash must accompany orders. notices pertain to the July 23 1932 Democratic primary.

Bonham News

Campaign slate lists races for Fannin County offices

In Fannin County voters are presented with lists of candidates for several offices including Congress 4th District Sam Rayburn for Representative F A Dale K for District Clerk Allen Spies John C Miller Wade Lipscomb and others for Tax Collector Tax Assessor Sheriff and County Commissioners Precincts 1 and B plus Public Weigher Vernon Henegar and more names in the ticket.

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