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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1947
Page
5
President Truman condemned Taft's economic ideas while denouncing the Hungarian coup as a threat to democracy. He urged a thorough U.S. investigation and pledged firm support for Hungary, signaling potential actions if necessary. The briefing noted ongoing political strains and future moves from U.S. officials.
President Truman announced in a news conference that the New York vote fraud investigation will be pursued vigorously. FBI Director Hoover told a Senate committee the agency will conduct a full inquiry into alleged irregularities tied to Missouri Democratic officials.
Bonham City Manager J.2 Burrow urged Lions Club members and all Bonham citizens to work together for a better future. He praised North Texas living, noted Bonham's status as an old city, and discussed growth challenges such as eminent property taxes, lack of a city planning or zoning commission, garbage disposal, and street drainage. New members J. P. Matthews and R. A. Jackson were announced. vice president Rufus C. Gieevalle attended.
Unclear OCR notes describe a Scout campaign kickoff event Friday at 7 30 including a kickoff meal. Mentions volunteers and work assignments with dates, aims to support a community effort and a fundraiser.
June cattle prices at Fort Worth show slow sale with cattle mostly steady. Slaughter steers and yearlings range around 2100 to 2300 with some better cows 1450 to 2100. calves about 900. Hogs steady to 50 higher with top around 2400.
A Beaumont judge granted a temporary restraining order against the International Workers Union to prevent interference with Pure Oil employees. The order bars more than 20 pickets at any refinery entrance arising from ongoing marches and planned actions, including a march on May 12 following a March 28 protest.
The article describes Vinister challenging a recall order as political tensions rise between state and national authorities. It notes clashes with a State Department warning from Senator James Fastland and references figures linked to Michigan and Hungary. The report underscores a fraught national dispute over governance and authority.
The Emperor, a cargo steamer, was driven onto rocks near Lake Superior’s eastern tip during a foggy dawn run. It sank in 64 feet of water after a collision with a Canadian Pacific vessel, with search efforts continuing for survivors and the ship’s crew.
Wallace says the press is losing the confidence of the people and harming democracy. He cites a growing gulf between a partisan press and the public, predicts a new progressive movement from the West, and notes Californias Gov Ralph Wieder and national politics shaping a showdown.
Bonham and Driftwood hosted gatherings as 13 Confederate Veterans in Texas prepared for a Mount event. The group planned a memorial assembly at Camp McCulloch while noting one veteran’s illness could keep him from attending.
A postponed injunction hearing regarding the Texas University for Negroes in Austin was rescheduled by agreement to October. The suit, led by Evernot Givens, an Austin dentist, argues the university should be located in Austin as a branch of the white state university.
In Austin on June 5 a heated floor fight narrowly kept a proposed redistricting amendment alive to place the issue before voters in November. The measure would require legislative districts to be reapportioned after federal censuses, and would redraw Texas districts every two years. Supporters argue it gives the people a say, while opponents warn of government overreach and legal challenges.
A distorted report notes India faces independence by mid August with possible two dominions as Britain shifts toward granting emancipation ahead of the 1948 deadline. Mountbatten warns a faster move could occur and a provisional framework may be in place, shaping postwar governance for India and Pakistan.
Revival meetings begin Sunday morning June 8 at Ravenna Christian church with Rev T W Sisterson of First Christian Church Baham preaching and assisted by D J Melly. Program aims to rally community faith and attendance.
President Truman denounces Taft's boom or bust theory as dangerous and misleading. He defends price cuts as crucial and argues foreign loans do not justify higher home prices while highlighting a broader aim to aid starving nations and resist totalitarian aggression.
Dr Henry M Garsson testifying in his defense at the May war fraud trial accuses the War Manpower Commission of endangering shell production in 19% by cutting manpower ceilings at his plants.
A petition claims Spicer was assaulted May 17 by a county official using a black object. It alleges Spicer suffered a fractured nose an injury to the eye and multiple head wounds.
Beauford Jeer explains a veto on state money as the legislature debates appropriations totaling about 23,000 dollars. The veto excludes purely local or institutional funds from the educational bill under review.
President Truman said the United States now enjoys friendly relations with Argentina, ending a period of unpleasantness between the two nations. The declaration came amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and signals a warmer bilateral stance.
Ladonia residents report the Ritz Theater has been purchased from the previous owner. Sappurts plan to install a new wind oyster and a tailed screen on the building. Mrs Shango and her husband expect to be involved in the near future. Mr Parsons will keep operating the restaurant and other business interests.
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