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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1935
Page
10
Bonham Chamber of Commerce brings Mr. Martsolf to town for a June visit to discuss industrial progress and factory site opportunities. He will be in Bonham from June 20 to 28 to meet business owners and help map a program aimed at boosting local payroll and economic growth.
The Senate approved the Wheeler Rayburn measure 56 to 32 to abolish unnecessary public utility holding firms. Debate centered on empowering the Securities Commission to dissolve or reorganize holdings by 1942, with partisan splits and amendments shaping the final votes.
Reuters dispatch reports China rejected Japan's request for a written reply to North China demands. An immediate clash was feared as the time limit expired unless Tokyo eases its stance.
Stratosphere Flyers prepare for a looming threat as Cardena Cau Incele faces pressure. weather data and night forecast include temperatures around 71 and 92 in various locales.
Bernice Argo No. 1 spudded seven miles southwest of Bonham in Ector with hundreds from Bonham and area watching. H. E. Allen and Associates of Ector and Dallas drill. depth expected 1800 to 2260 feet to reach Trinity sand. Speakers urged community support as the venture aims to benefit Ector and nearby Finnin County.
President Roosevelt urged “Assurance of permanent peace” before the United States Military Academy class. He also endorsed bills to boost the armed forces, arguing the army had been cut to an unsafe level, and personally handed out diplomas to graduates. Federal board threatens ban on 21 radio stations. Ford restores $6 a day minimum wage.
Myrtle fashions a concrete flagstone floor for an outdoor lounge with painted color. She buys folding chairs from Bonham Furniture and eyes a orange glider. The narrator imagines a similar setup at home and jokes about Henry building it with lemonade ready for him.
Secretary Wallace issued a statement, approved by President Roosevelt, noting amendments to the AAA Act are being perfected to align marketing agreements and licenses with the Schechter decision and to safeguard farmers voluntary adjustment programs. The note says these programs were not impacted by Schechter and affirms the government’s ability to fulfill contracts with farmers and continue tax-rate processing under amended provisions, signed by W. J. Young, County Agent, Fannin.
For shelling nuts, soak the nuts overnight by pouring water over them. The next day the task is cut in half, easing the cracking and shell removal process.
In Lubbock on June 11 Judge James C. Wilson imposed prison terms on Lamb County Sheriff Len Irvin and 15 co defendants convicted of conspiring to evade liquor taxes. Sentences ranged from 90 days to two years with varying suspensions. Several others received terms under the Harrison Antinarcotic Act and related charges.
A $30,000,000 federal appropriation for Brazos river flood control was rated definitely today through the work relief administration. The National Emergency council told Senator Sheppard the request shifted from Public Works Administration to the new four million dollar agent, promising coordinated efforts. Jane Addams dies in Chicago at age 74.
The cotton market opened in July at 11.50 and closed near 11.48 on the last call. The brief trading session showed little volatility with prices holding steady between the opening and final quotes.
C A Milligan argues the Bankhead cotton law impacts farmers differently. He compares yields and tax outcomes for a Collingsworth County grower, F. O. Mason, and discusses exemptions, tax rates, and regional adjustments for East Texas cotton, urging revisions to the law.
Beeville report states deputies killed two men in a self defense claim. Victims identified as Jess Koeh ley 34 and Euiedio Ball 50. Other details describe a deputy shooting after an earlier encounter near Bereliay east 4. Investigating officer Sheriff Clyde Huttse reports the incident.
A Full Gospel revival opens at 8:00 PM at the corner of 14th Street and North Center. Rev. H P Lovelace of Commerce will preach and the public is invited to attend.
The Grayson County Saddle Club presents a two night show June 18 and 19 at Fair Park Sherman with 18 classes, 9 per night. Virgil Keel of Gainesville to judge. $700 in cash prizes and trophies. Stakeholders R S Womack and Fred Moore invite exhibitors from North Texas and Oklahoma.
County Relief Administrator reports many relief clients securing daytime employment in county farms. With high demand for labor, recipients increasingly rely on work to support themselves, though some still depend on aid.
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