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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1924
Page
1
Santa Fe dispatch reports more than 100 oil prospectors organized to oppose a government plan to turn over five hundred million acres of oil lands in three western states to the Standard Oil Co. The group alleges the plan benefits a single company and seeks to halt the proposal.
United Press reports in Waco on June 6 that the murder trial of Mrs. Hale, linked to the February killing of J Hamlin, aged grocer, was continued after a lunacy complaint was filed against her. Hamlin died a month after being shot on February 27.
United Press reports Senator Mellon denied all charges in a letter to the senate committee. The brief note from Washington on June 6 states he rejected allegations against him amid a wider political backdrop.
London faces a citywide subway strike with thousands walking to work as unions press for higher pay. Delegates from Louisiana will go uninstructed at the national convention in New York on June 27 after the state Democratic convention.
The General Federation of Women's Clubs endorsed Senate Bill 2312 to protect restricted land and funds of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma. Stella Atwood of California reported findings of exploitation and urged returning Indian Affairs jurisdiction to the interior department.
Local church invites young men to attend the Sunday Bible class at First Baptist Church seeking engagement and study opportunities.
The Federal Trade Commission told the senate that further tax reductions should be planned to relieve farmers. The testimony came in response to the Morris resolution demanding detailed statistics on taxes wealth ownership and exempt securities in the United States.
Notice from C A Bishop at East Wing of Carlton College asks settling accounts with Herbert Christian. Also advertises a large reduction sale with terms available to buyers, inviting Miss Grace and Salie Joe Carlton to inquire.
Advertises two rental cottages near the square on 6th street and an additional modern cottage farther out on West 6th street. Seeks interested bidders and invites to see the property today. Signed by WILL H. EVAN.
Port Arthur Texas June 6 four residents and one missing after drowning at McFadden's Beach. The dead are Ray Burnette Adele Montague 1 year old Homer Sonnier 28 and Teddy Carlson Jr 24 listed as missing. All were from Port Arthur and their bodies washed ashore by morning.
A group of four bandits robbed a Kansas City bank and escaped with a large sum. A bystander was wounded during the hold-up as police investigated and reviewed a similar prior incident from months earlier involving a different bank and a $40,000 loss.
Geneva dispatch reports Rafael Arcinegas argues an international conference of American states is needed to define the Monroe Doctrine. He cites Hughes and Latin American diplomats, noting acceptance of the doctrine's value but rejection of U.S. sovereignty over the Americas.
Cleveland June 6 Senator McKinley a conservative was named chairman on the credentials committee of the Republican convention. He supported the motion tax plan and voted to uphold the veto of the soldiers' bonus bill.
Walter Splawn railroad commissioner announced after a conference with the West Texas Chamber of Commerce that Midland & Northwestern railway service will probably be restored soon. Officials cited rapid regional development and reasons for restoration.
Dayton reports McCook Field officials foresee a new era of guided flight using a land indicator compass and an inclinometer. After tests and a Birmingham Iowa flight, pilots could reach destinations by preset distance with the compass and rely on the inclinometer to confirm level flight and attitude at high altitudes.
Berlin June 6 the German Reichstag formally approved the government action in accepting the Dawes report as a basis for settling reparations. The move positions Germany to negotiations with the allies with united backing and marks a major step toward European adjustment.
Magnolia Petroleum Co unveils price reductions from 10 to 650 cents per barrel on crude oil in Texas Oklahoma and Kansas effective today. The move affects oil markets across the region and follows earlier shifts in pricing.
Vernon Texas June 6 Officers search for the assailant who shot and wounded 14 year old Buck Diggs as he sat in a farm house of Claude Lawhorn where he was employed The boy was shot in the head then struck and fled motive not known.
An advertisement urges voters in Fannin County to elect C Dogs Smith of Ladonia to the county representative seat. The notice presents a local political candidate and appeals to supporters without detailing platform specifics.
Notice announces oil leases form No 88 available for sale at the Favorite office.
Ladies hosiery offered in complete stock with shade variety and attractive prices. M C Spivy & Co advertise the selection and value to customers seeking fashionable, affordable hose.
The Brannonfly Co announces reduced prices on imported China and Rogers and Community Silver items, signaling a clearance of excess stock and appealing to value seekers.
A brief newspaper notice touts the finest chicken feed on earth at a special saving. It notes only a limited amount available, urging quick purchase before stock runs out.
The Indiana delegation to the Democratic national convention pledged support for Senator Ralston after the state convention opted to go uninstructed at Ralston’s request. The action was taken in Indianapolis on June 6.
The renowned British yacht Frontiersman built for the King of Spain changed hands in Los Angeles. Last year the Los Angeles Shipbuilding and Drydock Corp bought her after British plans to use her for a McMillan Malins world flight collapsed. New owners reportedly include two Bakersfield men with undisclosed plans.
East and West Texas expect partly cloudy skies tonight and Saturday with local showers possible in the north. Brannon Jewelry Co features reduced prices on clocks and watches and Icy Hot bottles plus I Shoe values a full range of styles this week from M. C. Spivy & Co.
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