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Newspaper

Bonham Daily Favorite

Location

Bonham, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1948

Page

6

In Ely unity Hoppers 8 Made For rative insect talks

Friday night the Ely community met at the shop to talk about insect control. Farmers discussed flea hoppers in cotton, poisons, and cost per acre. Pictures showed life stages, and a plan to dust with sulfur was outlined for ten to twelve acre rates.

Ely Ing Wm. T. Staafera James Evans Mr. E Une Alexander Masse Tom Booher Ley- Tra

Vacation For Boy Ends Tragically In Fort Worth

A 12 year old Merrill Richards ended his grammar school term with a vacation that ended in tragedy in Fort Worth. He was killed when his motor scooter collided with a car driven by a Fort Worth youth. The scooter was thrown 33 feet.

Fort Worth Tex Merrill Richards

Demonstrators Protest Mundt Nixon Bill At Capitol

About 4000 placard bearing demonstrators gathered around Capitol Hill, protested the Mundt Nixon communist control bill, and held a mass meeting at the Washington Monument. Police maintained order. two people were arrested for disorderly conduct. The bill, passed by the House, awaits Senate action and would regulate the Communist Party and its fronts with a ten year term for leaders.

Washington Capitol Hall White House Washington Monument House Senate Judiciary Committee Communist Party America New York Jerry J. O'Connell Montana

Western Allies Reach Agreement On German Rule

In London on June 3 Western Allies announced a full agreement on German governance. A constituent assembly is expected by September to draft a federal constitution with power split between central and state authorities. Ruhr region control and continued military occupation are parts of the plan, with a central authority overseeing foreign policy and defense.

London Germany United States Britain France Belgium Netherlands Luxeebourg Furces U.S Fortien Tuhemselves

Pope Calls For Social Reforms From Vatican

Vatican City June 3 Pope Pius XII urged social reforms to build peace by addressing urgent needs of the poor with housing and work. He warned against relying on futuristic hopes for a fast solution, saying real reform must tackle fundamental postwar problems.

Vatican City Pius XII Heuwe Preak

Grayson Rayburn Supporters Organize Campaign Group

Sherman June 3 supporters of Rep Grayson Rayburn form a committee to direct his re election campaign. Two chairmen lead nine local groups with members including Boyd Evans George Yeury George and Bull Ashburn.

Lions to Accept Radio Time on KFYN Schedule

The Lions Club accepted a 15 minute weekly radio spot on KFYN with a regular radio committee to handle the program. Johnny Glover of Clothes presented an item and was accompanied by Yas Sister Jean Glover. Keb Shuffler of KFYN explained the offer as Jess Magounk was named delegate to the International convention.

Brlliant Lions Club Staten Kfyn Johnny Glover al Julson Jean Glover Tadlock Keb Shuffler KFYN Jess Magounk Qimn P Matthews

Roy T. Andrews Named New Principal for Ector Schools

Roy T. Andrews has been elected principal of the Ector schools. He has around 16 years of teaching experience in Grayson county schools, including Sadler Greyson county.

Roy T. Andrews Ector Schools Ector Mr. Andrews Grayson County Sadler Greyson County

Stores asked close for Bragg rites

Bonham business houses have been asked to close for one beer between 3 and 4 o clock Friday afternoon during burial services for Lt. James E. Bragg. The request was made by John Van Kirk commander of the James E. Bragg Post Veterans of Foreign Wars which will have charge of the rites.

Bonham James E. Bragg John van Kirk Veterans of Foreign Wars

Body of Alex Boyd Bicknell Enroute Home for Reburial

Mr and Mrs E S Bicknell of Bonham informed by the Army that their son Alex Boyd Bicknell Snc A N lost life in the Pacific and his body is en route for home for reburial He was born April 24 1919 near Bailey and attended Bailey high school class of 1939 He enlisted November 27 1942 and served in the Navy He received the Victory Medal and will also receive theater ribbons with bronze and silver stars Survivors include his parents two brothers Roi Blackburn and Kenneth Reid Bicknell two sisters Mrs C Guin Bonham and Mrs Jonne T Lansley Bonham and 12 nieces and nephews Burial services arranged by Wise Funeral Home at the Fir Methodist church in Burley

Bicknell West Seventh St Department of the Army Alex Boyd Bicknell Bailey E. S. Bicknell Bonham Roi Blackburn Kenneth Reid Bicknell Wewitu Okla C & Guin. Bonhara Jonme T Lanlsey Borham Fir Methodist Church Burley Hieh

Truman Says Will Not Run Away From Fichte

President Truman rejects rumors about stepping back from leadership. He responds to Brunasl and Liberal supporters, stressing continued party unity and readiness to win this year. He cautions against moves that would harm Missourian interests and reaffirms dedication to party goals.

Truman Ficht

Edhube School Names Cunningham Principal

Haise Cunningham, former principal of Edhube School, is elected principal of Edhube. He previously led Windom schools as superintendent for several years.

Cunningham Edhube School Haise Cunnuingham Prin‘pal Ector Schools Edhiube Windom

Five Injured In Car Bus Crash Near Devine Texas

Five people were injured in a car bus collision near Devine in Angelia County Texas. One person was listed in critical condition. Rescue crews responded and transported victims to local hospitals for treatment.

San Antonio Tex Devine Texas Wales Angelia Ead Wisge

O Brage Rites Set For 3 O Clock Friday Afternoon

Funeral services for Lt. James Bragg son of Mr and Mrs Edgar Bragg who died in a 1943 plane crash near Dujana India will be held at 3 o'clock Friday at Wise Funeral Home chapel. Burial in Willow Wild cemetery with Veterans of Foreign Wars conducting rites. Bragg a 1939 Bonham high school graduate born November 22 1920 in Bonham enlisted 1942, logged 700+ flying hours crossed the hump 66 times, awarded Air Medal and DFC. Survivors include his parents three brothers and a list of pallbearers.

James Bragg Edgar Bragg Dujana India Tenth U. S. Air Force Wise Funeral Home John W. Salzman J. I Gregory Willow Wild Cemetery Veterans of Foreign Wars Bonham High School Bragg Bonham Air Force NTAC Hondon Hump Bonhi Thee Richard, Weldon

Flewharty Honored by Coordinators in State Association

Glen Flewharty served as president of the Texas Coordinators Association this past year. He was presented with a wristwatch by fellow members during the Austin meeting as thanks for his service and leadership.

Glen Flewharty Texas Contel Nators Association Austin Merte Rientar Tha

Guy Chaney Named Mayor of Honey Grove

Honey Grove selects Guy Chaney to serve as mayor following the resignation of Herbert Nunneley. Chaney’s appointment becomes effective June 1, and he runs unopposed for the office with Frank Welch as vice mayor elect. Nunneley’s resignation led to the vacancy in the mayoral post.

Guy Chaney Honey Grove Mayer Une Herbert Nunneley Nunelley Chaney Frank Welch R. B. Self

4-H Girls Attend District Camp at Trinidad

Fannin county 4-H girls and county agent Miss Margaret Jackson attend the annual 4-H girls encampment in Trinidad this week. Delegates include Jean Webster Bartley Woods Ima Nell Grissom Wancy Scoggins Ladonia and Juanette Mamiken Goser.

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Warriors Leave At 6:30 For Paris Battle

Coach Ross Baldwin urges the high school baseball squad to meet at the high school at 6:30 this evening to travel to Paris for a District 5-AA game against the Wildcats.

Paris Ross Baldwin Wildcats

Foreign aid cuts trim six months of European recovery funds

The House appropriations committee backed 5.3 million in administration money amid a total foreign program of 5.98 billion, limiting funds to six months rather than twelve. The action reflects a 25 percent reduction to safeguard U.S. assets and economy as depletions tighten availability.

Washington House Appropriations Committee

Five Cents To Be Charge For Softball Games

Five cents will be charged to watch softball games to replace passing the oat through the stands for donations. Fans are urged to stay behind the fences for safety as stands receive footrests and fencing is reinforced. Similar charges are expected at Windem and Honey Grove for home games.

Yast Fannin Cuality Windem

U S Officer Released By Russians After Detention

An American military officer, Dr Harry J Praunklin, was released by Soviet authorities in Berlin after detention. He described his treatment as indifferent and noted he was confined to a room at Soviet district headquarters with a bed and table during his captivity.

Berlin Harry J. Praunklin aNah Waaanaistrate Sa Americal Walitary Be Rusia Amerean Pramkli Wis Hesun

Unable Persuade AFL Unions From Oak Ridge Strike

Washington June 3 UP Chairman David Lilienthal of the Atomic Energy Commission said he failed to persuade AFL unions not to strike Dex week at the Oak Ridge Tennessee Atomic research laboratory. He said the men believe they are in the right and the plant will stay open. The Oak Ridge lab makes radioactive produce for research and employs 875 workers under Carbide and Chemical Corp.

Washington David Lilienthal Atomic Energy Commission Dex Atomic Research Laboratory Oak Ridge Carbideans Chemical Corp Cees Producto

Sub Crew Hospitalized After Vessel Depth Incident

Report indicates several crew members from the Soumarine Cary were hospitalized about one day after a depth incident involving the vessel. Officials and defense spokesmen deny the events and promise a full inquiry while the cause remains under review.

Washingston Hugh Soubamarine Cary Radhud Hery Defence Jaomes Perrestii

Midwest Farmers Hope For Rain After Drought

Forecaster reports a rare pattern bringing moisture to Minnesota and Wisconsin. Farmers fear a late-season dry spell could affect yields, while officials urge careful water use as storms linger on the radar.

Enlistment failures spark draft bill debate in Senate

Senate debates the 19 through 25 draft as Senator Chan Gurney urges stronger measures after voluntary enlistment programs fail to provide enough troops. Administration officers oppose civil rights amendments linked to the bill, citing national security. Senators McGrath and Langer clash over potential filibuster and political implications.

Washington Chan Gurney Senate Gurney State Armed Services America J. Howard McGrath Rhode Island Democratic National Committee Willam Langer Langer McGrath Congress

Rayburn Meeting Slated Tonight

Fragmented OCR text shows a Rayburn meeting announced for tonight. The garbled lines mention Rep Sam Rayburn and a House bolt, with unclear details about babies or Tet ben, leaving the exact purpose and location uncertain.

Rayburn Oigariimatis Nid Sam Raybur

Fort Worth Markets Trim Mixed Overnight Trade

Lively market activity noted with producers and traders quoted across various commodities and sectors. Prices showed modest shifts with some declines in hogs and cattle limits, while dairy and produce stayed steady amid cautious demand.

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