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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1939
Page
5
June dates list competitions between W Pump Kraft Elkins McMillans and 8 W Pump with repeated pairings on June 12 13 14 16 and 19 indicating a round of interteam games across a short period.
The Oldsters beat the Youngsters 31 to 20 at the Bonham Golf Club yesterday. Charles Haleel led the Oldsters as captain and Pit Orick ran the Youngsters. Fev. Dia lowcores posted results. dinner and entertainment followed for about 35 attendees. The club, with 15 taking advantage of membership, prided itself on a lively turnout and the sport’s old-time charm.
County Farm Agent A B Jolley says onion men have one day to reply to terms offered by Our only Interest. He notes the market price aligns with current levels and shipment of low-grade onions has driven prices down. The group plans a reply likely Sunday as they consider withdrawn surplus purchases.
Sam Fryar argues a tax collection gimmick could fund delinquent taxes via an automotive drawing. He warns against gambling and urges a public lottery to curb vice, noting towns and nations flirting with legalization as people become educated in gambling practices.
Cline's Cleaners formerly Kraft edged Elkins Grocers 7 to 4 in ten innings. Richardson singled and Smith doubled in the tenth as Yarpley hit a pinch homer to clear the bases. Parker Thom also homered earlier. Pil Hod slashed three safeties in four at bats. Slagle allowed six runs while Couzens yielded twelve.
Mrs. Mavournee Smith and Clarence Harris of Honey Grove were married Saturday afternoon at 2 oclock at the home of Rev S R Smith pastor of the Past Baptist church. Both reside in Honey Grove and will make their home there. Miss Smallhatster accompanied them.
Ladonia Mayor Benn Breedlove invites former Ladonia citizens to Bonham for a homecoming on June 25. The list includes Postmaster Philip Wise Deets borough Will Hoskins Judge Sam Neilson and the Jeters Lee Murruows and other ex residents urged to attend.
England's George and Elizabeth left Washington after a two day stay with a grand reception at the station. They exchanged a cordial handclasp with President Roosevelt as Secretary Hull bid farewell. The King wore evening dress and decorations, the Queen a rose tulle gown, before boarding a special train to Hyde Park for a quiet weekend with the Roosevelts.
Virginia Rainey hosted a Friday evening swim and picnic at the State Park honoring Miss Lucile Lafferty and Miss Dorothy Ann Lafferty, former Fort Leavenworth residents now in Washington DC, with guests including Joe Risser, Rogers Rainey, Pat Clutter, and others. The gathering featured numerous attendees from Kilgore, Shreveport, Greenville, and nearby areas. The piece ends with a note contrasting objections to a sales tax with examples of high taxes on everyday items.
George and Elizabeth hosted a sparkling state dinner on Friday night in appreciation of the honors bestowed upon them by President and Mrs Roosevelt. The event featured resplendent days and a bustling social atmosphere celebrating their hospitality.
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