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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1922
Page
2
Public notices describe admission fees and other charges at one cent award. Obituaries resolutions of respect and cards of thanks are included. Change of address requests require old and new addresses to avoid delays.
Public notice states any erroneous reflection on the character or reputation of a firm individual or corporation will be corrected upon notification to the publishers. The notice appears in a Texas postal registration context with classification as second class mail.
In Fanin County farmers guard a large cotton crop against heat from a strong sun. The report notes the crop is cultivated and not wild, thriving under careful shading and hot conditions typical of Texas fields.
The piece notes the boll weevil threat to cotton farmers in Fannin County with farm and business groups preparing to fight the pest through as the weevil nears mid summer. It mentions Blackwell and the Bonham merchants showing strong Dollar Day sales and references government bonds and a Plumb plan for seaways, along with Texas road funds.
A visitor from abroad is skeptical about claims of land value when he observes numerous automobiles running on twenty five cent gasoline, challenging the financial portrayal presented.
A well known educator in Red River County leaves teaching duties in September citing career priorities and input from the local Methodist minister. The move signals a shift in the community’s school leadership and compensation expectations.
Denton Berford Chronicle argues about the tariff and bonus bills, praising and criticizing the primary system. It notes voters must show no prior party enemies and questions the convention system's power. It contrasts public salaries with private earnings and defends government by the people.
Col. Marcellus H. H. Thompson, son in law to Ambassador Geo Harvey, faces charges of violating neutrality laws by shipping arms to Ireland. The report links Harvey's opposition to the League of Nations with Thompson’s alleged Sinn Fein support, noting Geo Harvey denies involvement.
Anons report organized women voters in Missouri aim to defeat Senator Reed over voting rights prohibition and the League of Nations. Critics say Reed is an enemy to state and nation and worthy of defeat. supporters argue the issue shapes moral interests and party fortunes.
Fragments describe organized agitation against the primary system and old convention influence. The movement appears led by those losing control of communities districts and states as public offices open up.
A list of old time grocery prices includes Hershey's Cocoa 15 lb at .20c, Cocoa Nuts 2 pkgs at .25c, Campbell's Pork Beans and Armour's Corn Flakes both at 25c per two packages, various fruit jars and jars accessories priced from 7c to 75c, with self sealing caps and related items. The entry reads like an old advertisement or price list from a general store.
Fragmentary religious reflection cites Romans eight and contrasts carnal death with spiritual life. Text appears as devotional note with unclear context and wording.
Mrs. Josephine Collins of Dallas in town for the Near East Relief Commission appeals for cast off children’s clothing for Armenians in Europe. She cites Americas help in World War I and notes only four percent of contributions go to overhead, with films and church networks backing the drive.
United Press reports Miss Katie Daffan, a Texas teacher, could become the state's first woman legislator if elected in the July 22 primary. Her platform calls for strict enforcement of laws, support for education from rural schools to the University of Texas, and an end to lynching and mob violence. Daffan previously led the Daughters of the Confederacy and hails from Texas.
A compact 1910s style ad offers manufacturers of adding machine parts and various goods. It notes future availability through mail orders at 15 cents or two for 25 cents, with orders filled promptly. Also mentions Bates Improved Antiseptic Liniment for man or beast.
Advertisement notes the circulation of the Dady Favorite and the Fannin County Semi-Weekly Favorite to every post office and rural route in Fannin County. it invites readers to place messages for delivery.
Favorite Printing Co advertises oil leases notes mortgages releases transfers receipts and related supplies with delivery by phone. The copy also promotes antiseptic liniment and pet care products tied to the improved formula.
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