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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1945
Page
4
Paris dispatches report Britain seeks gains in the Levant surreptitiously. French officials say interior areas are under British influence, with censorship and coercive measures amid rising anti-British sentiment.
At Okinawa on June 4 Admiral Halsey boasts the Third Fleet’s return to Pacific waters and dares a Japanese banzai assault. He praises the force as the most powerful in enemy waters and notes Vice Admiral John S. McCain’s joining the carrier group.
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Jurors for the June term of court were empaneled by Judge A. S. Broad. The grand jury foreman Roy Shelton led a panel including Frank Welch Honey Fry Ladonia Max Savoy A Murray M Hale Leonard EB Carey Gray Teles Woodson Guber T hard and Fred Bonham. The term opens with a report of indictments expected at 10 a.m.
An unqualified proposal drew mixed reactions from officials as the United Nations debate on world security continues. The discussion highlights long service by a key figure and a candidate with Japan ties.
Thousands of TVejans and Oklahomans crowded Lake Texoma to watch a mock invasion reenactment of the Mt Suribachi on Iwo Jima. Explosives were set on the beach as planes from Perrin Field strafed shore positions and a P-17 Flying Fortress dropped a rescue boat for inspection.
Texas lawmakers head to Washington to oppose federal seizure of coastal oil deposits. The suit in California claims federal rights to offshore oil, while Texas asserts control over submerged land extending 10.5 miles into the Gulf under its statehood treaty. The state asserts ownership of vast offshore acreage worth millions.
Chinese forces smashed the Japanese left wing with three main columns advancing from the southwest and east, retaking key positions near Liuchow and Nanning. Reports state over 40 million troops and supply lines strained as Chinese troops pushed toward Titichew and Liuchow, while Japanese rear guards countered near the rail routes to Kwetchow-Kwangsi.
Jackie Eugene Rigsby USN reported missing in action in the Philippines. He is the son of Mr and Mrs D W Rigsby and listed in the Wolfe City area.
The Health and Safety Committee of Bunham District Boy Scouts sponsors a Troop Swim Course at Lake Fannin on June 22 and 23. Dr D vg Saunderoo chairs the committee with Dr In C Prhoer Jaex Biggertaff and Dale Voltard assisting. The program aims to teach scouts swimming skills and safety, with a participation fee and a camp-related link to Beaver Bend Oklahoma. The course runs two to four PM on June 22 and 23 with plans for future summer camp usage.
Aboard Admiral McCains flagship off Ryuryus on June 2 Navy radio report says carrier pilots returning from Kyushu strikes encountered skilled Japanese pilots flying new fighters that outperformed the U S Corsair.
C R Robnett has been liberated and returned to Allied control after being listed as missing December 23. He enlisted January 2, 1944, served overseas in October, and is from the Chan a Grove community with Mr and Mrs Joseph Robnett as his relatives.
Allied forces report continued fighting as units push inland on Okinawa. The 24th Corps, Sixth and Seventh Marines engage near Chinene and Kararg, advancing yards under heavy fire while air forces attack from the homeland. Third Fleet reports downing six enemy planes and destroying three on the ground.
The Hudson River Valley region is described as the world's largest producer of common crude oil, highlighting its prominence in early industrial output and regional economy.
Chronicle reports chaotic dispatches from San Francisco on June 4 about Japanese naval air units suffering heavy losses due to their own missteps. The piece outlines air corps conversions and alleged Soviet and Allied reactions, noting casualties and wartime concerns.
Sheriff office officials announced that two criminal assault cases were presented to the grand jury. The report notes other related charges involving a brother and sister at Wirdom to be submitted, with deputies preparing for upcoming proceedings.
Considerable cloudiness with occasional thunder showers across most of East Texas except the lower coast and Rio Grande valley. Forecaster notes show the threat of storms tonight and Tuesday, with localized showers possible along coastal areas.
Allied forces led by Admiral Halsey attacked Kyushu from offshore bases near Japan, claiming six enemy planes down and three on the ground. Marine Corsairs and Thunderbolts credited with downing 26 planes, while Allied Liberators swept southern Honshu coasts sinking cargo ships and damaging vessels. Marines and aviators bombed Palaus targets as Kyushu airfields were mopped to deter mass attacks on Okinawa.
Pearl Harbor report from June notes Okinawa campaign nearing end as American forces sever southern island segments. Japanese claim pilotless balloon raids will expand, while U S troops reach 10 000 yards from southern coast. Philippines casualty total cited at 385 480 with references to Chinese peninsula advances and Burma road reopening efforts.
A Wichita columnist praises Bonham and discusses notable school leadership moves. The piece notes A. Glass left Bonham to join the state department of education and J. B. Golden moved from county superintendent to Bonham as school superintendent.
Japanese soldiers tried to flee Okinawa by sea in small boats as five American divisions closed on the last enemy positions. A radio broadcast claimed Allied ground and sea units were assaulting Sandakan in British North Borneo, but no Allied confirmation followed.
Livestock market data from Fort Worth notes June 4 cattle at 4500 head with calves 1800 and mixed activity. Medium to good steers and yearlings range 13.50 to 15.00, beef cows 12.00 to 12.50, slaughter calves 13.00 to 14.50, stocker calves 12.75 to 13.26, hogs 14.55 for good cut at 16 pounds plus, sows around 13.60, average weights and light choppy entries.
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