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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1918
Page
2
The page includes a notice to the public about erroneous reflections and a series of humorous anecdotes and local notes. It references Henry Ellis and Sam Fryar and mentions routine mail matter details and city deliveries. The Sherman Courier item also recounts a tale of a couple shopping for a suit and a saloon pool room scene tied to a larger wartime recruitment theme.
Jace Lusk doubts memory while a cast of characters confronts alleged infidelity. American troops attack a German post at 3 am in May, eight men per squad, capturing a town with minimal firing. Two Germans are killed and a corporal wounded as three more are captured without American losses.
The Bohemians of Istria Hungary seek independence with about 100000 backing in Italian, Bench and American forces. Thousands join Russian army to leave Austrian ranks. Magyars number about 10000, a nonryan group with limited European links, while Germans gain influence over a Slav majority empire growing unstable.
Solomon proclaims all men are ars while Clarksville Times notes his community status. Sam Fryar, rough on Bible knowledge, is cited as hearing hearsay. A tale recounts US Senators debating Bible familiarity and one challenged another to recite the Lord's Prayer.
Notice seeks a black saddle mare about 16 years old lost or stolen. Reward offered. Contact Virge Steger to report sighting or return.
Geneva reports thirty six thousand Austrian women and girls across ages and classes have been forced by hunger to join the Women's Battalions working near the front lines in Tyrol today.
Marksville Louisiana resident Mrs Alice Johnson writes of a yearlong back and side misery that kept her awake and bedridden until Cardus relieved most pain within a single satirite bottle. She praises the remedy and urges others with similar pains to try Cardus.
London report states twenty one German aircraft and one balloon were destroyed and four enemy planes brought down out of control in one day and night of air fighting. Four British planes are missing. Several tons of bombs were dropped on enemy objectives. Pledge the President.
R L Williams proprietor of Bonham Garage on North Main street solicits continued patronage from Joan Cation customers and all others seeking first class service. Over 4000 dollars worth of tires and tubes from Kelley Springfield Miller Goodyear Goodrich and United States are on hand.
Amsterdam June 14 Premier Von Seydler, in an audience with Emperor Karl, offered his resignation awaiting action after Austrian advices. The emperor postponed decision to consult parliament leaders. CHICKENS WANTED Several dozen frying chickens at 4 dollars a dozen by Mrs Al Dunn at The T and P Dining Hall.
In 1917 Fleming & Fitzgerald list three first class Ford cars and one Ford delivery wagon in top condition plus four second hand Chevrolet vehicles in first class condition. Prices right and ready for sale.
Local advert from F. M. German & Son announces ready horse shoers and reliable service, inviting customers to bring their horses for work done in good shape.
Alfred H O Connor one of eleven survivors of England's First Late Guards recounts bayonet wounds during trench fighting in Belgium and France. Decorated by King George, he served twenty two months, survived 1914 18 battles including Marne Meuse and Ypres, and shares a grim yet humorous travelogue at the Chautauqua's second night.
Alma B. Smith, known as Mise Elma, shines as a versatile mimic. She imitates children, birds, and common animals with nostalgic charm, marking a return to the Chau taugus platform after years of success elsewhere.
Real estate advertisement offers three tracts: 66 acres 40 cultivated with 3 room house barn smoke house well water orchard 11 2 miles northwest of Ivanhoe at 945 per acre. 70 acres 55 cultivated with 4 room house two porches smoke house barn good orchard 3 1/2 miles northwest of Ivanhoe at 55 per acre. 70 acres 55 cultivated with 3 large barns garage 8 miles north of Bonham on pike. nice crop and rent available if bought soon. H B Word Co telephone 108.
G. B. Sparkman Real Estate Co. lists a new modern home at a desirable West 7th and Cedar location. A special short term price of 5000 dollars is offered. Contact G. B. Sparkman Real Estate Co. for details.
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