19 Jun 1957
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1957
Page
1
Mrs Frances Ruark, a 27 year Bonham school teacher in commercial subjects, resigns to become secretary for County Attorney Tibby Wright. She contrasts the constant busyness of teaching with the slower tempo and varied contacts in the legal office, noting fewer home tasks and more interaction with different people.
Bonham Rotarians enjoyed a professional quality magic show at a Wednesday noon gathering. Phil Huckaby of Texarkana presented acts, with the visiting magician connected to Hulard Chemical of Texarkana. Attendees included Rotarians Forrest Gammon Wharman and L B Warner of Whitesboro, Bob Cole of General Telephone Southwest, J O Miller, Lem Tittsworth, Dan Farrell, J O Tate's guest Bus Laycock Dalh, and Richardson guest H A Buren.
Clear to partly cloudy conditions through Thursday with isolated afternoon and evening thunder showers. Temperatures show little change with only modest rises.
An United Press report notes temperatures easing toward milder readings along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts with a weather trend expected to continue. The dispatch references cooler air moving in from the north and forecasts gradual warming in the coming days.
Washington proposes no antitrust action on baseball while changing minor league draft rules. Florida jurists hear a bribery case against Hoffa, and market drift on light volume with copper price moves. Texas cuts July oil allowance and a veteran fraud appeal is upheld. Heat and floods drive weather-related deaths across the central regions.
Leonard today officially became the fourth team in the Junior League. Leonard will make its league debut Thursday night against the Miwanis starting at 5 p.m. All four teams will be in action Friday night starting at 6 30 o'clock.
Barbers contend a rising supply of lollipops and bubble gum handed to youths distracts customers. They claim sticky chairs and gummed magazines are a factor and say action is needed to restore order. Community leaders cite growing attention issues as the broader reason.
USDA weekly report notes rain delayed planting and field tasks across Central Texas to the plains. Wheat, corn, cotton, sorghum, peanuts and hay were in various stages with pasture in good shape though weed growth and moisture issues persisted.
The Greek tanker and the petroleum carrier Stony Point collided near the French coast about dawn. Crews jumped overboard. rescue planes and helicopters were dispatched from Benghast and other bases. Fog and overcast skies hindered efforts as authorities reported multiple injuries and missing persons.
Government appeals decision delaying transfer of William Girard to Japanese authorities for manslaughter. District Court ruling that United States cannot extradite to Japan for trial. direct Supreme Court appeal planned. Justice questions linger as officials push for timely action.
The Senate defends a civil rights measure as moderate and decent while aiming to bypass committee. Debate centers on procedural moves to place the bill on the Senate calendar, with House passage noted and opponents warning of maneuvering. The article references key figures and committees, including the Judiciary Committee, and notes expected early action.
Two defendants pleaded guilty in DWI cases before County Judge Moore. One received fines totaling 265 dollars and three days in jail, with license suspension for six months. Other defendants faced minor penalties and unresolved details due to obscured text.
Senator Javits calls for an end to the attacks on Supreme Court justices and their rulings. He spoke amid ongoing controversy and urged lawmakers to focus on lawful, Civil proceedings and protect judicial independence.
A woman described as short of funds was remanded in jail for two months amid unspecified charges. The report notes the case involves a person named Lilly Wayne in a local jail setting.
Firemen faced extreme heat during an incident described in a New York report. Several firefighters received medals for their efforts while others were aided by colleagues and medical staff, highlighting bravery and teamwork.
Jury selection proceeds in Dallas as three jurors are seated for the trial of Harry Washburn. Court records show 22 prospective jurors questioned from a pool of 228 across two panels, with five already seated but the rest awaiting further voir dire.
Law coverage notes the start of the Hoffa trial in New York with chaotic courtroom atmosphere and unclear witness details. Report emphasizes opening proceedings and potential charges.
A school district boards of equalization is appointed for Banham Independent School District. Named members include John Bacon Bounders John Dek yo and Pat Shereet who previously served. The panel will begin work soon with a committee continuing prior duties and setup.
The item notes SGuate Kay Doyle arriving from Ilones Carove for full day work valued at forty dollars. It mentions Jay Sloulten from attending a conference of school administrators at Jenin AAM hub and pranks with drawings. Also references Newt Waller and a May showing with bronzed baby sketches on a Wednesday in Bonhasn.
President Eisenhower signaled the administration may seek new legislation to offset recent Supreme Court decisions affecting executive and legislative powers. He defended his anti crime program as moderate and declined to reveal his convictions on the rulings. He also noted Justice Department study of the high court decisions and hinted at possible temporary measures to ease constitutional questions around enforcement while stressing a calm armament and disarmament stance.
Reported derailment near HANTS N M UP left about 30 passengers shaken up with one unidentified person not seriously injured. The last two cars of a moving Santa Fe train were described as tumbling onto the stream.
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