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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1948
Page
4
Large turnout expected as Fannin County hosts a homecoming rally for Congressman Sam Rayburn. A barbecue lunch begins around 5 PM with Rayburn speaking at 7 PM, broadcast via radio district wide. Organizers promise ample beef, tomatoes, pickles and salad while contingency plans cover rain.
Berlin June 22 The four power talks among USSR United States United Kingdom and France raised the possibility of a single currency for all Germany. Observers noted the Russian attendance suggested willingness to negotiate a monetary reform and perhaps a return of a four power government framework. London talks had shown Western aims for a unified western Germany despite Soviet opposition.
In Greece on June 22 troops moved to clear guerrilla resistance near Albena, suffering some casualties as the government announced the border advance. Officials said 80 mines were cleared and the attack was part of a broader effort to quell insurgent activity along the frontier.
Reported Creek PAGUM incident on June 22 involves three loaded carkoads of wheat derailing as an engine crosses a trestle shaped by rough water. An employee sustained a crushed foot while others escaped, with at least one worker swimming to safety after the derailment near Logan Wichita Falls Texas.
Convention hall in Philadelphia sees Stassen struggle as Dewey remains favored among GOP supporters. Taf and Vandenberg show limited early traction with ballots only hours away as backers deem any deal premature.
Arizona delegates voted 7 to 1 to yield to New York when Arizona is recognized freeing Dewey backers to place his name before the Republican convention first. Orme Lewis, head of the Arizona delegation, said the action clears the way for Dewey to be listed ahead of others.
A minor tornado struck rural Alsumau southeast of Tulsa late Monday. Winds reached 120 miles per hour, causing property damage in the Tulsa area running into thousands of dollars. No injuries or deaths reported. highway patrolman Woody Sawer cites about $3000 damage to a farm east of Tulsa.
The company donates a Jeep to pull a power sprayer for a community spray program. The president, R VoAutan, turned the vehicle over to workers to support the effort, though details are unclear.
A Houston grand jury probe into horse meat sales nears a verdict as witnesses prepare to testify. District Attorney A C Winborn says indictments are likely by weekend after final testimony. Jury Foreman Gus Dittmar confirms earlier hopes for multiple indictments.
DETROIT June 22 Chrysler announced price hikes on Plymouth Dodge and Chrysler vehicles. Plymouth models rise 75 to 90 dollars, Dodge models 75 to 120 dollars. overall Chrysler Division cites increases of three to six percent.
Six polio victims aged 16 months to three years were admitted to Crippled Children's Hospital in Oklahoma City over the past two weeks. Victims hail from Oklahoma City Burns Flat Dill Medford Marlow and Seminole County. Officials said cases appear scattered with no evident outbreak.
A brief, unclear scribble mentions freshness over three days and references two Becks in relation to petal identification. The text is fragmented and lacks a clear event, people, or places to anchor a fuller summary.
The article notes President Franklin D. Roosevelt ranked Sam Rayburn of Texas among 23 leading Americans. The list, prepared by Roosevelt for Chambrin, was to guide whom to see, per Rene de Taambrum's June 20 piece in a Sunday magazine.
Robbins Milk and Ice Cream Co. will discontinue milk processing due to insufficient volume. Last milk delivery will occur Wednesday morning. ice cream department and retail service will remain open. C. J. Robbins, president, notes 3000 pounds daily of graded milk aided producers and that employees will be helped to find other jobs.
State Board of Education bought two Fannin county school bonds as investments for the permanent school fund. Interest from the issues will go to the state available school fund and be redistributed to local districts. Ivanhoe consolidated district issues 8000 dollars in six year bonds for a new school at six percent. Telephone rural district issues 17000 dollars for a new school at three percent. no interest.
Officers seek a young girl described as about five years old who snatched a small bracelet shown by a child. The bracelet was a gift from the parents on her fifth birthday. The girl reportedly fled after taking the bracelet and a lookout description was issued.
Tel Aviv reports a failed arms shipment amid tensions between Hawks and Israel. The Revendment of Likel announced by U.P. says a plan to land weapons was foiled during a shipment between Haw s and I v ie.
Ground clearing starts for the Veterans Administration Hospital and Domiciliary in the northeast lawn area. Wray Wible of Sherman wins the contract after bids in Tulsa. grading and drainage will follow. Bid advertising planned for Sept 9 with openings Oct 2.
Partly cloudy conditions drift across East Texas with modest warmth. The fragment mentions northern Europe and a bee-related phrase but lacks clear weather details or dates.
Bonham hosts Congressman Sam Rayburn homecoming and barbecue Wednesday evening. Life Magazine may send photographer Rayburn referenced by Buster Cole who said a Life rep called from Dallas about coverage.
Fragmentary OCR of a public notice describes a malaria control program starting Monday morning. It mentions residents, property, and a government service, with references to a Mr Jacks and a work crew near Fourth Street and Cedar Street. The text is garbled and incomplete.
Berlin dispatch reports a Soviet led effort to gain German currency and influence in Greater Berlin’s Soviet Zone faced swift opposition. The article notes reactions from Britain and mentions the planned currency move and regional tensions as Soviet forces loom in the sector.
Ladonia Jaime reports Ms Grace Powers and Ladue to be consulted as promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel. The det promoted in the Army Corps notes graduation from SGul Diet and entry into World War II. He served as Master Sergeant in the Army Air Corps and entered an OCS.
The Supreme Court upholds key Taft Hartley provisions and rules President Truman violated the law on management actions. Justices split on free speech issues regarding labor disclosures and political activity by unions. The ruling clarifies requirements for government and labor board interactions ahead of elections.
The fragment references a June program on peace efforts involving notable figures and organizations. It mentions Bernadotte, various nations, and scheduled discussions or polls as part of a broader peace initiative.
Wholesale cattle prices show varied moves with beef cows down 23.50, bulls down 16-23, and stocker and feeder steers down 8-27.40. Slaughter calves range 76-30, stocker steer calves 32, and hogs around 600 with steady to stronger curves.
Federal Judge Geddesborough ruled for Sohn L. Lewis, upholding the Lewis Bridges plan that makes all United Mine Workers employed by operators contributing to the welfare fund eligible for pensions. Opponents argued the plan was improper but the court rejected those claims, easing the path toward a 1948 wage contract before June 30 deadline amid looming strike threats.
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