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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1940
Page
1
Fragmentary text notes public hearings on national defense policies. Mentions Woodring as secretary of war and a proposed reshaping of military affairs. References Carlson and Henry L. as possible successors and discussions about pacific strategy versus European focus.
June 21 marks a res session as the Riksdag convenes after the dissolution of the national front, a group once active as a political party. The move reshapes the country’s political landscape and unsettles opposition networks.
The record notes a senator’s position on aid policy, citing opposition to broad aid and indicating willingness to vote against expansive spending. The remarks reference committees and potential impact on defense funding and foreign policy, signaling a cautious approach to support for military expenditures.
An unidentified white man aged 40 to 50, five feet ten, with dark hair, was found bludgeoned in a ravine south of Leonard. Sheriff Henry Chaney said the skull fracture suggests blows from a heavy instrument. Body likely 4 days to a week old. Hat near the body may aid identification. fingerprints to be sought with help from Dallas and Austin experts.
Jame 21. Max Walz, president of the state organization of Past Commanders of the American Legion, said extortionists threatened to kidnap his younger daughter Wisie Faye, 12, unless he paid 1009 dollars. He turned the letter over to police. The girl had been kidnapped six years earlier by two men who forced her into a car, drove her around, and dumped her.
Cairo June 21 British forces crossed into Eritrea Italian East Africa on Thursday and routed large concentrations of Italian troops, according to an official Middle East general headquarters communique. The advance comes as part of operations into Italian East Africa.
Agriculture scientists plan to expand rubber production across the Americas to reduce dependence on imports from Indonesia and the Dutch East Indies. The program envisions nurseries in several countries, government funding, and local land and labor supplied by governments, with U.S. funds and expertise to support disease resistant trees and large plantations.
A public meeting is set for Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Chamber of Commerce office to organize a clean up campaign for Bonham. Dr Jack Haunder leads the Public Health and Beautification committee with Dr L C Biggers and others from the Bonham Garden Club and Parent-Teacher group urging residents to trim shrubbery, mow lawns, rinse basements, and remove breeding sites for mosquitoes and rats to improve living conditions and civic pride.
Two murder cases set for the June term of 6th District Court were continued to the next term. Willis Brewer faces murder charges in the Jodie Wilkerson death from an automobile crash, while Lee Riles is charged in a fatal Melvin Warren shooting. Three forgery cases against O C Dixon were also moved forward. Henry Kerr pleaded guilty to forgery and received a two year prison sentence with suspension.
The American Red Cross speeds overseas relief with seven point five million dollars spent or pledged and two million dollars in supplies to be shipped on mercy ships to New York within two weeks. Women volunteers in 3700 chapters push surgical dressings and garments as refugees flood southern France amid rising health risks.
Leonard residents learn the annual Leonard picnic runs July 16 to 19. G E Carpenter serves as general chairman. July 16 is candidate night with speeches by county and precinct candidates. A singing convention follows on the second night with singers from Fannin and neighboring counties. Homecoming Day is July 18 and lifelong residents are invited to return with baskets. July 19 marks American Legion Day with a special program. Saturday is Everybody’s Day.
Bonham surpassed its relief fund goal, raising about $1,500 for American Red Cross war relief. Led by H. A. Burrow, committees from Bonham and Honey Grove reported strong local support with many donations expected on payday. Countywide campaigns showed similar momentum as the drive continued.
Berlin reports allege that the French battleships Clemenceau and Richelieu have fallen into German control though no official confirmation exists. A Cairo dispatch notes British forces in Eritrea routed large Italian troops with successful raids and captured several prisoners.
A 6th District Court jury found Dr Clyde Nevill guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol. The panel assessed five days in county jail and a $50 fine but recommended suspending the sentence. Trial ended at 4 pm Thursday after starting the previous Wednesday. A Morgan pleaded guilty to three forgery indictments and drew two years in the state penitentiary for each count. Canadian geese are noted for longevity.
The St. Anthony Hospital and Gabralti in Honey Grove holds a formal opening ceremony extended to county society members and residents. The Clayton building near completion is ready as a modern facility with a maternity nursery operating on the first floor and plans for wards, surgery rooms, and recovery spaces on the lower floor. The event marks a milestone for care in Pannin County with a focus on pediatric, obstetric, and general patient services.
Berlin dispatches report Adolf Hitler gave France three armistice prerequisites in a formal ceremony aboard the Wagen-lits dining car. Delegates heard terms as Keitel read preambles and German guarantees outlined aims to end hostilities and secure restitution. The proceedings occurred near Compiegne Forest with France communicating terms to Bordeaux.
Finland concentrates on farming as the first step in rebuilding after the war with Soviet Russia. Peace enabled spring planting and normal farm work with no labor shortage despite 200,000 Karelia refugees aiding as temporary farm labor. Weather, a cold winter, and drought threaten grains and root crops, with widespread frost damages and dry wells.
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