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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1946
Page
5
In a terse, readable item the report highlights Alan Land and Jean Rogers spearheading a community fund drive. Local figures mobilize volunteers and rally support at a town hall meeting to boost donations for the ongoing campaign.
Fragmented text reports Prime Clement Attlee addressing Commons about Spain and possible changes. Prominent mention of June 5 WP Pree and unresolved discussion on a five day work week in Tulsa bakery unions. Notes on bakery drivers and a national service panel.
A speaker charges that one third of the population is guided by the Kremlin and warns that the seeds of a world war are sown by the same propaganda machine. The speaker argues Britain should avoid friendship with the West and resist the system of vilification.
CIO unions in a dispute have receded from minor demands while threatening a strike. A six four derivative wage and benefit compromise is being urged by a union official, with about 108 ship workers set to walk out if no changes are agreed. The government remains silent on a proposed settlement as negotiations continue.
Bonham Rotary delegates authorize W P Duckett to approach President Gibb Gilchrist about using Jones and Brownfields facilities for a terminal A and M school. The plan envisions a two year program with 1200 hours, including agriculture, distributive education, home making, and related subjects, with government support for veterans attending.
A large forest fire in northern Arizona burned across acres of drought driven terrain. Fire fighters and Foresters battled the blaze for hours before it was knocked down by a force service lookout. About 41 volunteers and personnel were reported on scene with 1200 additional resources mobilized.
Homer Price Rainey leading gubernatorial hopeful brings campaign to Bonham, urging rural voters to back his plan for education and state government reform. He criticizes current officials and warns that dodging issues by political silence harms democracy.
Fragmented OCR summary notes a British loan and US financial reactions. Mentions Washington and Kentucky stalemates, with references to figures like Anibal and Govakea and a tentative debt figure around 4 720 660. Details are unclear but imply international finance and domestic debate.
The Texas Pardon Board asked its committee to conduct a thorough investigation into pardons and paroles. Chairman Elster Meatle said he telegraphed each member of the committee after a Houston Post list raised questions about the board.
East Texas will be mostly warm this afternoon and tonight with Thursday partly cloudy. West Texas will be clear to partly cloudy this afternoon tonight and Thursday with little change in temperature. More than 108 dude ranches are now operating.
Robert C. Arndt, son of Mr and Mrs Fred Arndt of 10 Flin Street, has been honorably discharged from the Navy at Norman Oklahoma separation center and is now at his home. A Bonham High School graduate, he enlisted February 2, 1944, trained at Naval Training Center San Diego, and served with Armed Guard School and USS PC 1077.
Rugs treated with fluorescent dyes derived mainly from bituminous coal are reported to be on the way, promising a glow in textiles. The material source points to coal byproducts as the primary pigment, indicating a new approach in decorative floor coverings.
Camp Fire Girls plan a June session June 9 to 16 at Take Fannin Ranch to teach self care and teamwork. Miss Helen McKnight leads Camp Craft focusing on ranks like Paggot Pinder Trail Maker and Gypsy with skills from building shelters to overnight hikes and reflector ovens.
A Senate committee considers lifting several federal controls this month. The panel reviews potential deregulation affecting industry and trade rules, with lawmakers weighing impacts on markets and consumers.
Houston's city council approved placing ads on parking meters. An advertising firm quickly guaranteed 26 000 for the space, tying the move to beautifying the streets like streetcar ads.
Allied headquarters reported that Indonesians fatally injured about 600 Chinese in a settlement west of the Tancerran river, 15 miles from Batavia. Villagers across a wide area were described as aflame and fighting continued in the region.
The United States returns control of the Azores air bases to Portugal while limiting use for military purposes for 18 months. Secretary of State James F Byrnes notes the agreement covers a period of one year with possible extensions, reflecting wartime operational needs and postwar planning.
President Truman told Army and Navy leaders he will resolve unification differences after a constructive session with War and Navy secretaries and top officers. White House press secretary Ross said the decision on form of unification will come from the President. The briefing covered how to merge services and how Congress will be informed through the regular process.
A senator proposes ending conscription and moving the military to a volunteer basis. The measure aims to halt the draft and shift recruitment to volunteers, signaling a major change in defense policy.
U S Coast Guard discharges were suspended Tuesday night as a precaution against a threatened walkout while conciliators work to avert a strike set for June 15. Officials cited no reason for the suspension beyond conserving manpower for ships if the CIO strike materializes.
Washington June 1 UP The department ordered a superpo rt reduction on slaughtering cattle and calves to prevent unfair disruption after a drop in the market. The plan is expected to continue through June affecting federally insured prices and hog industry under the OPA program.
Washington reports Truman opens discussions to resolve friction over a merger. Details are scarce as policymakers weigh antitrust concerns and potential concessions. Negotiations aim to unblock a deal affecting industry structure and regulatory oversight.
A blaze erupted from an elevator shaft at the La Salle Hotel in Chicago's Loop killing 57 people in the worst hotel fire in city history. Coroner Brodie confirmed the toll as 57 with many deaths from panic and mass hysteria.
The government plans a study on applying atomic power to peacetime uses at the 107 million dollar Hanford plant in Washington. Du Pont De Nemours and GE will manage the transfer, aiming for early development of civilian atomic power while considering military applications. Charles S. Wilson heads GE, and the move seeks non military applications under government ownership with involvement from Hanford and Oregan?
A Rhode Island case reports a brother admitting involvement in the fatal slaying of his sister after loaning a firearm. The suspect, a minor under 18, faces inquiry under state law with further court action expected.
Houston a Filling Station operator Do Mc Williams says she was robbed by a Black person who entered three days ago and stole 28 dollars. Last night the same individual returned, taking 10 dollars from the cash register and 10 dollars from Mc Williams’s pocket.
Fort Worth market notes show slaughter classes mostly steady with some fat cow declines to around 25 lower. Stockers steady. medium and good slaughter steers and yearlings at 13.50 to 17.00. Good cows 12.60 to 13.60. Good to choice fat calves 1.50 to 1.60. Hogs active and steady with barrows and gilts around 14.65.
Ladonia residents invited to a singing at the First Baptist Church on Sunday evening June 16 at 8 p m. All singers in Fannin county encouraged to attend the event.
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