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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1941
Page
3
British forces advance toward Damascus within 30 miles as French resistance resists from Sur and Tyre. Reports say German troop movements heighten tension across the Levant with possible moves into Syria and Lebanon, while Free French combat operations continue.
Tokyo reports say prime minister and defense chiefs will meet to map Japan's response to the Dutch note rejecting its Indies proposal. Foreign Minister Matsuoka coordinates with war, navy, commerce, agriculture, and overseas colonies ministries to draft a broad economic accord and possible drastic measures.
War Department approves a basic air training school in Benham Texas Sam Rayburn announced the project will train 200 to 400 servicemen at a time under contract to a flight instruction organization Enlistment training will be handled by the Army recruiting office Construction expected to begin before July 1 with funds not yet disclosed City officials awaited confirmation on the decision after their Washington visit last month and expected a definite answer by mid June
A proposed $4.5 million ammunition plant is planned to attract workers and spur business near Hooks and the Texarkana area. The project aims to be the largest in the region, with potential to employ about thirty to fifty workers and boost local commerce as WPA roads near completion.
A county sheriff advocates mandatory work for loiterers amid a crackdown on vagrancy. The target includes idle individuals in towns who refuse employment or aid, with possible arrest and court action. Court and relief systems are cited as underlying pressures.
A correspondent notes the bridge on a Burma Road route between Kunming and Changsha was destroyed during a raid, halting traffic to Kunming. The article mentions the Japanese air raid and widespread roadwork, with WPA crews completing more than thirteen miles of road and eighteen timber bridges in Collin County, Texas.
The June term grand jury convenes Monday morning to investigate traffic death and related cases. Names of jurors include H B Newhery and R B Self, with participants from Wolfe City and nearby areas. The docket will be published Tuesday at 10 o clock. all cases will be set for trial then.
In 1939 American aircraft factories built 3 951 civil aircraft and produced 10 395 aircraft engines.
Merchants and interested residents are invited to a Tuesday Chamber of Commerce meeting to learn about the operation of cotton stamps and the exchange program. Olivia Yarbrough announces a Washington representative will explain the stock forms and how the plan works.
A dawn tornado swept through the Texas Panhandle damaging three communities and killing at least four people. Fifteen injured, property losses near 760000. the path reached 200 miles from Littlefield to Clarendon near Amarillo. Names listed include ROFO Drennen and Allen Green, among others.
A large fire struck a defense plant in Wheeling causing extensive damage to buildings and equipment. Investigators probe the blaze as authorities assess insurance and casualty figures amid concerns over wartime production and national defense priorities.
Troops disperse work packets as soldiers reopen the plant for continued operations. Officials note the site will resume targeted production with military coordination and safety protocols in place.
A chaotic scene on the lake follows a 4s rowing boat overturning during a weekday afternoon. Father and son are credited with steering through the mishap, while onlookers report quick action by nearby crews to assist.
Walter Winchell on his radio program forecast that Governor W Lee O Daniel of Texas will be the next Democrat to feel the wrath of President Roosevelt. He said O Daniel attacked the President's advisers and will face a presidential dressing down. White House circles note FDR's key adviser is Jesse Jones of Texas.
A sail improvement campaign is launched in Texas focusing on farmers and agricultural workers. The effort aims to promote available materials and stations for enhanced efficiency and safety in sailing-related agricultural activities.
Johnson campaigns across Northwest Texas with a week of rallies and roadside meetings. Report mentions worker wage developments and a WPA sewer project serving new homes in University Park and Country Club Terrace, noting a 75 cent minimum wage and a 52 hour raise for plants.
A damaged wartime ammunition plant wrecked, with reports of triple superphosphate shipments and conservation materials. Officials notify the State Department and discuss increased participation in programs, while WPA projects at a college campus and modern small plant facilities are noted as part of postwar plans and collateral crop insurance context.
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