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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1932
Page
3
Fragments mention a June date and city venue with references to a light and a nearby event or convention. Many words are garbled but imply a local gathering or convention setup with unclear details and attendees.
A compilation notes 2084000 U S troops in France with 1380000 in action. A Houston man was killed in an automobile dispute. A Gainesville Majestic Theatre fire caused 50000 in losses. Rotary convention in Washington attracts over 5000. Dallas county lists 159 candidates. state ticket exceeds 200. A boxcar murder near Marion NC and other local crimes are reported.
A blast destroyed the two story home and store of Joe Caporino in Houston. Incomplete ruins search found no bodies yet. neighbors reported Caporino and his son and two daughters left earlier, others saw lights before the explosion. The blast resembled the earlier Butera case.
Lenora Calles wife of former Mexican president is reported to have a brain tumor. Dr Maxmilian Ramirez her physician says a conference of specialists will decide today whether and when an operation should be performed.
The Democratic unemployment relief bill adopted by the Senate today contemplates giving preference in labor on projects to ex service men with dependents. The measure aims to assist veterans by prioritizing those with families in need.
In Sherman Texas on June 20 the county Democratic executive committee heard that thirteen last minute candidates filed for county office, bringing the total to sixty three the largest ticket in forty years A second primary will be held No action was taken on the prohibition referendum A resolution urged African American voters to refrain from voting in Democratic primaries
At Monday afternoon’s meeting the Democratic County Executive Committee named election judges, fixed printing and other expense fees for candidates, and drew ticket places. The Favorite will publish a list of candidates in Thursday’s paper. Relief flour from Farm Board wheat is aiding 10,000,000.
Chicago June 21 National Democratic Chairman Raskob named Prohibition as the outstanding issue in the 1932 campaign. He said he would leave the plank decision to delegates and declined to name a presidential nominee. He opposed abolishing the two thirds nominating rule and noted no expectation of serving again as chairman.
A large crowd gathered near Van Alstyne to witness Vern Dumas No 1 Buddy Mollie Williams spud in. The test aims for 7000 feet if no production is found, with Vern Dumas of Dallas leading the wildcat project and local historic ties highlighted. Residents from Sherman McKinney Denison Whitesboro Collinsville Tioga Gunter Bells Whitewright Howe Westminster Anna Melissa Celina Weston and Dallas attended. The event featured the Sherman Band Denison musicians and civic leaders predicting growth for Grayson County. Several political candidates were present and campaigned informally.
William Gibbs McAdoo, former Treasury secretary, announced his bid for the Democratic nomination for United States Senate from California. He signaled a shift on prohibition, plans to attend the Chicago convention, and will travel by private airplane after leaving Los Angeles.
A concise quotation from the Dallas News notes that frozen assets are paired with cold feet, highlighting skepticism about financial or policy actions and the hesitation surrounding bold steps.
Washington June 21 James A Garfield who helped draft the Republican platform said Senator Borah misrepresented the prohibition plank Borah announced he would not back Hoover and his speech surprised Garfield while Garfield disagreed with Borahs convention plank which would repeal the 18th amendment and replace it with a 20th amendment
New York reports say Jack Sharkey weighed 225 pounds and Max Schmeling 188 for the heavyweight title bout. Sharkey in better condition, Schmeling drawn and nervous on the eve of the match.
Troop No 50 from this city and a Dodd City troop stayed overnight at Camp Bonham north of Bonham. The Bonham group counted thirteen boys while the Dodd City troop had fourteen. The report notes the event as a boys big time evening.
Will Hardy a longtime Bonham resident died suddenly of angina pectoris at his Fairview addition home at about 10 AM He had been in usual health yesterday afternoon Funeral plans awaited word from relatives He was about 65 and survived by a widow several children and grandchildren He formerly served as a cotton weighman and was a candidate for county tax collector He was a Church of Christ member and well known across Fannin County
Firefighters answered a 1 am alarm at East Third Street to a blaze at Casey Sasser’s home. The house burned completely while firefighters protected adjacent property. Frances Steger owned the residence, insurance details unavailable as she was out of town.
The Favorite announces candidates will play baseball in Windom on June 24 Tele phone on July 2 Trenton on July 8 or 9 Ravenna on July 15 or 16 Gober on July 22 Potential game at Fair Park Bonham for Wilson Wild cemetery fund aimed to draw crowds and raise funds.
Partly cloudy with local thunder showers in the afternoon or night across East Texas and West Texas. Cooler in the northeast and southeast tonight with milder temperatures in the southwest. Warmer conditions noted in the southeast and a stray reference to Pephandie Loarig lab.
Railroad detective W. A. Banks was indicted on a first degree murder charge by the Marion grand jury for the fatal shooting of Louis Chiapetta of Houston last week Chiapetta a homeward bonus marcher was shot in the abdomen while sleeping in a freight car during the incident.
Eleven people were injured in a series of weekend highway crashes near Terrell Texas three of them critically. A 16 year old Elmo resident died from injuries in a collision near Forney. Others injured include Wil Catton and Harlon Humphries with multiple injuries.
Community appeals for $200 to buy gravel for cemetery streets and driveways. Only $15 has been subscribed. city will do the work if funds are provided. Donations listed include individuals and Daily Favorite totaling small amounts. appeal asks relatives of buried deceased to contribute. Contributions should be sent to Willie Finley, president of the Cemetery Association, at the Favorite office.
The Union reports Mussolini proposes global arms reduction and the United States canceling war debts. The newspaper notes his stance appears sincere about the debts.
A film critic notes that some men earn large incomes writing original screen stories and predicts a future in which these stories are increasingly adapted for the screen as suggested by The Humorist.
The report notes Japan discovering the rise of a Manchurian advertising venture, detailing its expanding reach and potential impact on regional media markets. Officials observe increasing interest from firms seeking cross border branding opportunities.
A new typewriter promises beauty in appearance and a floating smith soft action with piano key feel, delivering mechanical perfection once found only in large office machines. The model costs $65.00, inviting readers to try it and see the enhancement in typing ease.
John Garner announces in Washington that he believes the 18th amendment should be repealed. He says he would consider the Democratic nomination, notes California and Texas delegations support his candidacy, and defends his past stance on controversial issues while remaining focused on House matters.
Secretary of War Hurley expressed regret that Borah would not back Hoover and said Borah objected to a prohibition plank that Hurley believed Borah had proposed. He implied Borah had suggested the plank in question.
Industrial Relations notes suggest a public figure warned against another panic but may have meant a picnic. Ambiguity fuels debate over the quoted remark and its interpretation.
West Weston Leader comments on the distinction between foreign and domestic relations noting that statesmen keep the latter on the government payroll.
Oklahoma Governor Murray created an oil proration board of five members and extended the military law zone to include storage tanks and pipelines in a move announced in Oklahoma City on June 21.
Strong northerly and westerly winds affected Bonham last night as heavy clouds gathered. a feared storm did not materialize and no rain was recorded. Local officials noted windy conditions and advised residents to secure loose objects.
A judge laments that the public shows less indignation over breadline hardship than over the public golf course, describing it as a troubling double standard in the nation's priorities.
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