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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1925
Page
4
European banks reportedly employ aircraft to move gold over long distances. The practice highlights logistics behind precious metal transfers and suggests ongoing reliance on nontraditional transport methods for bullion movement.
A compact classified notice appears in The Favorite offering readers a brief glimpse of items or services for sale. The readable text suggests standard ad content typical to local newspapers, inviting inquiries and contact details from potential buyers.
The column lists many Bonham and Dallas residents in town visiting relatives, attending events, or traveling. Names include Charles Watson Jake Cecil Miss Vella Woods Daisy Woods Ruby Kinkead Ida Pearl Kinkead J L Langston W W Cecil and families. Readers learn about a funeral at First Methodist Church, a Henry Tyson wedding in Dallas, camping at Lake Worth, and a State Christian Endeavor meeting in Wichita Falls.
Limited time Texas Power and Light advertises an automatic electric washer with five dollar down payment and seven fifty monthly, plus a free big clothes basket and home delivery option.
An event titled Buckner's Orphan Home Day was planned for Thursday June 11 with activities inviting community participation. Details are scarce in the fragment.
The new two story brick veneer residence of Reid Spivy on East Ninth Street near Chestnut Street is taking shape rapidly. It will feature modern conveniences and be comfortable and attractive.
A large wolf hunt occurred Tuesday night along Red River with hunters from Bonham traveling to Monkstown. The chase lasted until about 2 AM. at 3 AM a prowling wolf led dogs after the hunters but neither animal was captured. Wolf hunting is described as exciting though hours may upset some unionists.
Savoy and Randolph are set for a baseball game next Saturday at Randolph. The match is tentatively set for 3 p.m. Batteries listed for Randolph are M. E. Carson Moore and Byers. Savoy is described as having a strong team.
R T Roden of Ector Texas petitions for discharge from all provable debts in bankruptcy. Court orders a July hearing in Sherman and publication in Bonham Favorite. Clerk to notify known creditors by mail. Judge W L Estes signs the order in Paris Texas June 1925.
Large turnout of friends and relatives attended the funeral of E A Pritchett at the First Methodist Church in Bonham. The service featured a city choir, several ministers, and tributes from Dr E W Alderson, praising Pritchett’s faith and leadership. Masonic and Knights Templar honors were given at the graveside.
Ad copy offers $5.00 down and $7.50 per month for a product with promises to have yours sent out now and to work while you sleep, urging Bonham customers to trade in and be satisfied.
A Risser house party concluded with a Monday luncheon hosted by Miss Isabel Moor on Park Avenue. Four crystal-centered tables served four courses, followed by bridge and a Russell Heights dance with Lydia Russell as hostess. Out of town guests included Ruth Smith from Oklahoma City and Alline Russell from Mount Pleasant. two Bryan guests left early.
Mrs John Burke welcomed the Wednesday Bridge Club to her attractive North Pine Street residence. Four tables enjoyed the card games with club members and guests including Mes dames Sim Smith Brevard Weeks Pinkney Price James Alexander Dwight Hackley James Carmichael Clarence Busch Francis Steger and Neal.
Names of Oklahoma City and Orange residents appear among attendees. A salad and ice course followed the games. Mrs J B Russell hosted the 99 Club meeting at Russell Heights with forty two games. Mrs Albert Taylor hosted Irene Risser’s house party with a four course lunch and bridge.
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