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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1924
Page
4
The Favorite reports magazines wanted at the courthouse rest room. A large number of magazines and other reading materials now line the rest room shelves, welcomed by visitors. The matron stays busy, especially on First Mondays, Saturdays, circus days, and other busy days.
Bonham golfers defeated Greenville 16 to 14 yesterday at the local club grounds in a closely fought championship match. Key results included Halsell defeating Halsell, and Cross, Saunders, Hindman, Hudspeth, and Leslie posting wins as Bonham performers led the scoring battle and hosted a fine luncheon for visiting golfers.
Readers discuss a misconception that the Battle Hymn of the Republic is the same as How Dry I Am. The note contrasts origins and lyrics, clarifying distinct songs and historical contexts for accurate reference.
Mrs. Catherine E. Smith of 2106 Stout Street recounts using Cardui for years to combat general exhaustion and weakness. After a life change four years ago left her bedridden, she credits Cardui with restoring strength from the first dose and carrying her through the difficult period of change of life.
Bonham Honey Grove Paris Red Ball Stage Line shows departure times from Bonham at 7:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. 2 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 8 p.m. with Denison departures listed alongside. The timetable indicates multiple daily trips between these towns.
Schedule details for Bonham and Sherman routes list first car at 6 a m with connections to Frisco north at 8 40 and a 7 30 car to Dallas. Several interline connections include Katy and Cotton Belt at Bells Sherman 10 40 a m 11 a m to Dallas 3 p m with H and T C South and Cotton Belt. Cars depart Alexander Hotel and Binkley Hotel with passenger calls and delivery and a contact number 629.
Bonham Texas native Linde Jacks of Christian University was named captain hopeful for TCU football after a standout three year run as a regular linesman. The one armed player shared a dorm with Eli Smith and excelled in track baseball and handball while contributing to the Horned Frog squad and regional high school sports.
Sam Pace of the Free Sports Service heralds a promising local athlete as a potential feature. The Bonham squad faces a slump but may send players to T C U in the fall opener, while the editor notes keeping home athletes for baseball honors.
WILL H. EVANS notes three small brick buildings on North Main Street and one large brick building on West 4th Street near First National Bank, urging quick action.
Bonham to Honey Grove and Paris routes depart Bonham 6 30 am and 12 15 pm with Big G St to Paris at 9 30 am and 3 00 pm. Udebaker Cars fare 75 cents Bonham to Sherman departures 9 00 am 11 45 am 4 45 pm and 5 15 pm fare 50 cents.
Transit times listed from Bonham to Denison with departures at 7 00 am 10 00 am 1 30 pm and 4 00 pm Fare noted as 50.
The poem narrates Pete Teeter fearing ruin from approaching storms. Weather threats trigger losses to his farm including animals, wrecked wagons, and financial strain while neighbors progress about town. The speaker contrasts Teeter’s gloom with a call to seek happiness despite fear.
Bargain millinery sale announced at Miss Della Witt’s shop with a special event starting June 6. Limited stock and fashion hats highlighted for shoppers seeking value.
Pay your water bill on or before the 6th of the month to avoid penalties. A trade offer from Will H. Evans proposes exchanging a Buick Six for a house and lot if deals are completed this week, with Evans offering some money difference.
East bound No 34 arrives 8 15 a m No 82 at 10 p m West bound No 81 arrives 1 40 p m No 33 arrives 5 50 p m D B N D by Co Mixed Train daily except Sunday Passenger Sunday only
Mrs. Rena Darling age 74 wife of L Darling died at the home of George Kershner about 7 this morning in Telephone. Funeral set for Forest Hill cemetery at 10 tomorrow with burial to follow. A longtime Telephone resident and pioneer family member she belonged to the Primitive Baptist church and was well known in the community.
An advertisement promotes Blue Star Remedy for various skin diseases including eczema itch and ringworm. The pitch asserts the product will not stain clothing and offers a guarantee with a pleasant odor.
Fragmentary obituary notes a woman praised as a good mother of four children with names partially visible. References to W. H. Darling of Telephone and Les Darling of Bowie appear, along with J. P. Darling and Mr. Kershner, tied to Elwood, in unclear detail.
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