Weather, floods, and cotton pests hit Fannin County farms
Heavy rain drenched Fannin County with over 10 inches this month hindering field work and enabling boll weevil infestation. Farmers planned plane spraying for cotton but high water and washed pesticides delayed control while roads and creeks overflowed, complicating transport and harvest prospects.
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Fannin
Wat
Fannin County
Bonham
Texs Alue
Brownwood
Honeysowe
Monkstown
Congress Critics Far East Policy In Testimony
Lieutenant General Wedemeyer testified in the MacArthur inquiry that Congress proposed constructive Far Eastern ideas and that State Department advisors provided derogatory reports on the Chinese Nationalists. He claimed U S aid favored the Communists as Russians aided them and urged support for the Formosa regime as a bulwark against Communism.
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Washington
Albert Wedemeyer
State Department
MacArthur
Far East
Wedemeyer
United States
Russia
Formosa
Food supplies to be plentiful this summer says department
The Agriculture Department reports total per capita food availability should rise this summer with more meat and dairy products. Fresh vegetables are projected eight percent below last year while butter output nears a low. fresh fruits and meats like pork show gains, and overall supply may exceed last year by about three pounds per person.
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Washington
Kiwanis Club Proposed Here in Bonham
First steps toward organizing a Kiwanis Club were taken Tuesday when Kiwanis Club members met with Bonham citizens to discuss the organization. A petition seeking a charter was circulated and support was sought from local residents with FE Thompson and Ray Shader handling the petition.
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Kiwanis Club
Bonham
Diac
Wiuanm
FE Thompson
Ray Shayer
Lub
Increase in May police fines and meter revenue reported
The May monthly police report by Warren Stith shows fines totaling 4706 40 and meter collections amounting to 1700 for a total of 6706 40. Drunk driving fines and penalties, speeding violations, and other offenses contributed to the revenue with numerous drivers paying penalties and court costs.
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Claet of
Warren Stith
Funes
St 24Th
Puchking Cave
Jourlssay
Property owners urged to clear vacant lots of grass and weeds
Chief Warren Smith told owners to remove overgrown grass and weeds from vacant lots, noting health and fire risks. He cited an ordinance making owners liable for fines and urged prompt action despite recent wet weather.
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Pelee Warren Smith
Smith
Curry Tintaver
Pulice
Allied artillery fire hits Pyonggang during Korean War push
June 18 dispatch reports Pyonggang under steady Allied bombardment and air attack as UN forces close in from the south. The city lies near the main east coast highway, with Red forces reportedly retreating but prepared to defend along a 70 mile front.
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Tokyo
North Korea
Pyonggang
38Th Parallel
Yeonsan
Red China
Formosa
Manchuria
Red
Army
31St
Hosin
Square scene as town folk mingle in morning bustle
A dated description paints activity around the square with residents like Lawton Tadlock Joe Shaw and Joe Brannon seen near coffee shops. Passersby chat about weather and business as Mrs Merbert Buruw and others stroll past the offices while flowers are delivered and admiring townsfolk pause in the bright sun.
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Finley
Outer Street
Howard Rider
Lawton Tadlock
Vearly
Crentor Poly Bradford
Joe Shaw
Chen
Joe Brannon
Buverite
Debonuir
Howard South
Ube Ward
Merbert Buruwatu
Frank Svoboda
Catling
Fuaverite
Tersus
Ma Dang Tan
Blind Seth
Mourme
Mike Mary
Rossett
Jodie” Lasrence
Beef price control debate sparks farmer and official talks
An investigation into meat market controls prompts a joint committee to hear witnesses from meat packers and government officials. Officials quote beef prices as a sticking point amid talk of possible shortages and timing for policy decisions.
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Art Hug
Michael
Time Running Out on Efforts Halt Maritime Strike
United Press reports mediators push for a settlement as 76,000 maritime workers across the east, west and gulf coasts threaten stoppages. Talks include shipowners, unions, and federal mediators with a midnight deadline to avert a widespread walkout.
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United Press
Soa
Hav
Muao
Themu
Detroit
Akron
Chisach
Tests Out Better Than Expected at Bikini Atoll
ERien McMahon, chair of the House Senate Atomic Minster, said June 11 tests at Snnwetok Atoll turned out better than expected, with some cases exceeding expectations. He stressed the tests were not fully disclosed and that details on weapon characteristics were not released.
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Iewsmen
Communist gains in 30 provincial capitals reported
The report states that Communist and left wing parties have won control of 18 Italian provincial capitals as municipal elections continue. Dispatch notes overall rise of pro party influence across major cities including a tally of 30 capitals contested.
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Ahd
Municipal
Vyutiung Wndey
King's Health Puts Abdication Speculation Amid Illness
London reports indicate King George the Sixth continues to recover from a grave illness. The illness, described as possibly incurable blood circulation disorder, follows influenza and a four week postponement of engagements. Sunday papers fuel speculation on abdication to save his life.
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Aeaith
London
Weather Outlook for East Texas Coast
Partly cloudy this afternoon and tonight with lingering clouds tomorrow. Occasional thunder showers possible in the extreme south and west portions. A warning remains for strong north to northeast winds along the coast.
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Thxas
Pyran
Absent Judge Fines Jury Members for Absence
Judge John M Hunsfurd fined each absent juror $25. The scene at the April district court session in Butham featured the judge absent at the first meeting and later the jury missing, prompting the fines for nonappearance.
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Okay
Nde
Butham
John M Hunsfurd
Hunsfurd
Fire Damages House Owned by Jake Myers on South Third
An early morning blaze on South Third Street between Main and Center damaged a house owned by Jake Myers. Firefighters arrived as flames ripped through the roof. ceilings and walls suffered heavy damage while Lula Wight and her son Jease were reported occupying the home.
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Jake Myers
South Third Street
Main
Center Streets
Lula Wight and Son
Jease
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