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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1940
Page
6
A brisk matchup sees the Economy V8 Pumper team facing Bailey and Elkins in a crowded gate stretch. The event features Economy and Pumper in a tense duel as spectators tally early advantages and near misses.
Readable scraps show Bailey Elkins and Bailey Cone Elkins opposing Economy Pumpers in a local Elkins match. Fragmentary notes mention Bailey v Economy and Bailey v Econom lines with no clear outcome or date.
Ruth Tuey Womack hosted a home recital featuring an engaging program assisted by the Gregory twins and reading support. A high-spirited group of friends joined at the piano, while guests were presented with a program and honored during the event.
A Windom birthday party celebrates Jo Ann McCord in June with a small gathering. Friends and family attended the event enjoyed cake and hats, with several neighbors and kin listed among attendees.
Readable lines describe an upcoming marriage involving Cec. Paarebeld and Lubwick with friends receiving the notice. The fragmentary text hints at a social announcement published in a local paper.
The Baptist Training meeting will be held next Sunday at First Baptist Church in Due' with devotional and sermons by Rev Chadwick of Leonard Church. Special music and announcements accompany the program as the fiftieth anniversary observance approaches.
Miss Margaret Tobin presented her pupils in piano recitals at her studio to celebrate the Baptist Training Union in Texas. Martha Ellen Campbell received a Dunning Pin after completing a creitable program, with Lucy Ruth Womack Mary Mildred Lowery and Mary Ellen Ward among the assisting students.
Ector families announce two marriages in Oklahoma and Durant. Miss Maydelle Wagoner wed Sr Blackerby near Hugo on March 2 with Rev O D Lecter officiating. Tuther Wagoner wed Mrs Kathleen Blackerby in Durant with Rev S M Shirley officiating. The brides are Ector High School graduates.
Parek 1S Library Board will meet at 10 p.m. at the library to discuss upcoming programs and fiscal matters.
Miss Josephine Eller and Thorace Duncan, both of Ravenna, wed at Sulphur Springs on Saturday June 1. Rev. Martin of First Christian Church officiated the ring ceremony. The bride wore a gold lace dress with blue and white accessories. The couple will live at 217 College Street Sulphur Springs as Mrs Duncan resumes teaching in Ravenna and Mr Duncan works at the die plant.
Mr and Mrs Burke Lindsey entertained with four tables of bridge at their home on Jth Street Tuesday evening. The living room glowed with calendula and other fresh flowers. Mrs Evan Baker won high for ladies with Mr Cavert achieving notable result.
Herron Maples, son of Mr and Mrs D N Maples, earned a Bachelor of Science at the commemoration exercises in Texas. He graduated from high school in 1935 and was active in the National Honor Society and various school clubs. He earned prize awards and held roles in art and debate while pursuing a military career in the United States Army Reserve.
Bonham WOW Circle holds annual homecoming at WOW hall this evening at 8. The program features WOW drill team drills and junior flag routines. Gober drill team participates with a county wide gathering expected and refreshments will be served.
Wesley Bible Class will hold a fish fry at Bonham State Park on Friday night June 30. A church member said the event is announced and open to attendees, with proceeds supporting the church’s activities.
The Daily Vacation Bible School at First Methodist starts Monday June 10 at 30 pm and runs through June 21. Ages 4 to 18 may enroll with registration on opening day. Certificates will be given at completion under Rev H Grady May. Entertainer Miss Mary Ann Dowlers was omitted from the North Texas Medical Association program. Dowlen performed several dance numbers.
Advertiser seeks May 2 Bonham Daily Favorite newspaper issues. Paying per copy, price per issue agreed. Buyer will cover all costs and arrange delivery. Contact for payment and total quantity.
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