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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1931
Page
2
A Sherman Democrat editorial notes that over 40 million dollars was spent last year to transport rural and rural-to-city students. It questions whether making life too easy removes hardships that aid child development.
Classifieds outline change of address policy notices of events with admission fees at seven and a quarter cents per line. Obituaries and resolutions of thanks also billed at the same rate with cash to accompany orders.
Public notice states that any erroneous reflection on the character or reputation of any firm individual or corporation will be corrected promptly upon notification to the publishers.
Rates listed for city carrier and mall advertising with terms in advance and varying commitments. Includes 1 month 1.50 2.75 and 5.00 annual options. Post office entry indicates second class mail matter for Bonham Texas.
The shortest and surest way to live with honor is to be in reality what we appear to be. Observing this, humane virtues increase and strength themselves by practice and experience. Socrates provides the reflection.
A Bible quotation notes the prophecy of a child born with government on his shoulders and named Prince of Peace. The passage cited is from Isaiah 9 6, highlighting messianic expectations.
Fragmentary verse recalls a glorified temple tied to Woodrow Wilson with alabaster walls and radiant spires. Vandal hands profane the temple while opposition accuses betrayal by outsiders. The piece ends with ruin and a wounded figure found near the east wall.
Opinion piece extols country boys and girls for forging ahead in business politics religion law and medicine due to privations and strenuous training. It cites Albert B Fall’s prison case and condemns sins while urging tax reform and tougher highway truck limits. It notes a Chicago murder tied to witness intimidation and praises long‑running local journalism by J C Son.
It costs 150 to collect 100 in delinquent taxes with fees paid by taxpayers. Innocent land purchasers often bear the back taxes from as far back as twenty years. The author argues for barring tax accounts of counties and the state after a set period without suit.
Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr. files for divorce in Reno on cruelty grounds, challenging his wife who retorts that it would not be her husband. The couple have a history of marriage and divorce, suggesting familiarity with the process.
The text notes President Hoover's one year debt moratorium proposal attracts backing from leading congressmen and financiers who believe it could avert a European financial crisis. It cites already declared self moratoria by many debtors and credits local banks in Clarksville and Smith County for promoting home produced surplus fruit, vegetables, and meats to boost county welfare and reduce borrowing.
A mob in Spain lynched a truck driver who struck a crowd, killing two people. He had reportedly rammed into the crowd, and the incident sparked swift vigilante action amid ongoing tensions.
An optimistic individual demonstrates belief in improvement by offering financial help to those in need. The act reflects a willingness to extend practical support through cash or credit to assist others in moving toward better circumstances.
In a lighthearted note the article postpones labeling Texas heat as summer until 6 23 this afternoon arguing summer begins then. The piece plays on seasonal timing and local humor about heat before the official season.
A fragment from the Tyler Journal notes a bleak view that oil will aid but households must rely on gardens orchards and farms to endure as long as humanity remains.
A collage of offbeat quotes from newspapers notes people and places. States pass hiking laws. Reflections on health progress marriage and fame appear alongside satirical ads and quotes about education and commerce from Sherman Democrat Tyler Courier Times Mineral Wells Index Palestine Herald and Denison Herald.
A collage of jokes and aphorisms from Punch and other papers mocks bag pipes underwater, economists, third parties, wireless signals to the moon, and a rash of trivial marriage licenses in a fragmentary clipping.
Brother Mays delivered a strong Sunday message at 11 a.m. and again at 8 p.m. focusing on Paul and transformation through Christ. He compared Pilate’s question to eternal choices, urging all to seek the Christ life for courage and salvation.
Fragmentary message warns against buying a new car for the next ten days. Mentions Fitzgerald and Yours, emails unclear, and a promise of meeting in a few days. No definite names, dates, or locations are clearly identifiable.
A quip filled political note features Tenderness Brocili and Spinachi joking about a chum's wedding. A senator promises happiness if married, while his intended questions campaign promises. A Boston Transcript writer comments on the husband’s voice in home furnishings and an invoice.
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