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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1936
Page
3
President Roosevelt and Rep. Rayburn toured Denison as a large crowd welcomed them. Governor Allred and Mayor Scott joined, with brief remarks praising Rayburn and Allred. Roosevelt expressed interest in Texas projects as rain fell and the Katy train departed amid cheers and band music.
The article recounts President Roosevelt blocking Rayburn from leaving his train at Denison, Texas. It describes Roosevelt’s public remarks on Rayburn and the dam project, noting 26,000 onlookers and praise from Texans and the Dallas Times Herald editor. It portrays Rayburn as a rising speaker candidate and highlights political maneuvering with utility interests.
Ed Hefley shows improvement following a Friday plane crash death of a shipmate. Reports from Dallas and Shreveport reference condition updates and involved officials including Jo Jones and W P Hoh. The chaotic OCR text notes names like Joe Toomey and Eugene Sehacher with unclear roles.
A truncated Houston report notes a fire causing significant damage with estimates around 100000 dollars. The piece references delays and injuries, mentioning individuals and local responders as authorities battle remaining hotspots.
Weather bureau said tropical disturbance no. 22 passed into the Atlantic with no damage and only minor street flooding reported after the storm. No injuries were noted as of the bulletin.
President Roosevelt addressed about 25 000 admirers in Denison praising his longtime friend Congressman Sam Rayburn. He spoke of a Denison Dam survey and expanding electrical power to about 31 000 farms, promising steps to brighten homes and improve the region as he and Mrs Roosevelt enjoyed a warm Texas reception with James Allred.
Mrs. George Earle leads a convention committee in Philadelphia outlining social and recreational events for the Democrats national gathering. The program features historical tours, tea honoring Mrs. Woodrow Wilson, and hostesses in Quaker dress acting as guides and informants. An aerial view shows the convention hall in the lower right.
Bonham friends sent a grand gladiola bouquet to President and Mrs Roosevelt prepared by JoH Broyles. About six to eight dozen flowers in varied colors formed a seven foot tall arrangement with a card from the Bonham Friends of Congressman Sam Rayburn. Smaller bouquets were sent from Denison Garden Club and another sender in the country.
July opened at 11.70 and closed at 43.69, reflecting sharp gains over the month as traders priced in supply and demand shifts. The move marks a notable swing in cotton prices with continued volatility through the period.
John O Douglas of Houston filed a petition in Austin seeking a writ of mandamus to compel certification of his name as a candidate for attorney general. The executive committee had refused to certify Douglas, claiming he had not complied with the filing requirements.
Venezuelan workers end a five day strike and return to jobs after negotiations. Government officials and union leaders announce an agreement that ends the dispute and resumes normal operations across sectors.
The Bonham Chamber of Commerce holds its regular monthly Tuesday evening meeting on June 16 at the rooms. Attendance is requested as this meeting will cover important topics and matters coming up for consideration.
Temperature expected to reach a high of 94 in Eas and Fah tonigh warmer in the northwest port. West Texas forecast calls for warmer conditions tonight with temperatures rising.
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