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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1947
Page
8
A Thursday school auditorium gathering with ten members opened by Rev. J M Thomas on a topic about virtue and minds for tomorrow. Mrs Wyles chaired the meeting, minutes read by Mrs Evans Howard, notes on ways and means.
Rotary meets Wednesdays at noon at the Gem Cafe Lions meet Thursdays at Nawards Cafe at noon. The Delphian Club and American Legion Post 283 hold gatherings on specific Thursdays. Benham Public Library hours are Monday to Saturday afternoon. An engagement announcement is noted from a formal dinner.
A jumble of horoscope lines describes upcoming personality traits and guidance. It notes Aquarius keeping some traits, Capricorn routines, and general advice about diplomatic strength and personal happiness as the week unfolds.
Grace Garner travels to Houston to visit son Ross Garner and family. Mrs Viola McMillin rests well after Sherman hospital surgery. Ed Williams and Zora Aledge visit Dallas. Tyler coach Byrd and daughter Margaret Ann weekend with Mrs Byrd's parents. A group travels to Monterey Mexico and Waco. Howard Payne student Tarpley visits Brownwood. Ruby and Lois Duckworth in Dallas. Lockharts and Robert Lockhart market trip to Dallas. Grant Vogue couple in Dallas for market.
McNarney proposed actions under the Lend-Lease era policy to remove countries from the State Department blacklist and lift forms restrictions on many foreign nations. The aim is to place Germany's foreign trade near a self sustaining level.
The Honey Grove Garden Club votes to fund and sponsor a wading pool at Crockett Park as the city civic project. Club members authorize proceeding with the work and designate March of Dimes participation on January 2 with Gustav Fladger Mrs McCleary Eversole and Wash Underwood in charge assisted by the ways and means committee.
Mrs. R M Fogle hosted a party in Ravenna celebrating Barbara Ann Fogle on her seventh birthday. Valentine and candy decorations set a festive mood as games were played and cake and chocolate were served to guests including Helen Daniels Estelline Daniels Claude McGaghan JY Jimmy Donald Hastings and Ed Daniels.
The Clark Memorial Women's Society of Christian Service held a spiritual life session in the church Monday. Readings included "Tis So Sweet to Trust In Jesus" and "Martha Berry Gave Her All." Mr Grover Winn and Mr J M Thomas led discussions on stewardship, peace, righteousness, and brotherhood.
In Austin on January 2, officials pledged rapid action on nominations. Key figures named include Gav Benufe and Buster Brow, with meetings and deadlines noted as the process continues. Local commentary hints at imminent appointments and political maneuvering shaping the slate.
A bill proposes halting the sale of pipes and peninsulas for use. The text references a measure in Washington and mentions names and dates in a garbled OCR form.
A terse report notes McNarney requests lifting the trading ban amid ongoing discussions. Officials and market observers awaited a formal decision, with potential implications for investors and the exchange.
An auction notice lists a Camp Fannin sale scheduled for March 7 at 310 Chestnut Street between 3rd and 4th. The ad references a bakery, laundry, and assorted items from a local wartime camp, with a contact phone number and partial business names readable in the damaged text.
Funeral services for Charles L Mitchell a Telephone native and World War I veteran will be held at 2 oclock Wednesday afternoon at the Telephone Baptist church. Burial will be in Forest Grove cemetery. He is survived by his wife Effie Atcheson a mother Mrs L T Mitchell two daughters Misses Mattette and Charlene Mitchell of Lubbock two brothers Oscar Mitchell of Telephone and Willie Harrison of Telephone one sister Mrs Pie Rayburr of Lubbock and several nephews and nieces.
A former Bonham resident Lesrbaess died in Texarkana on Wednesday morning. The obituary notes he once managed the Swift & CG branch house in Bonhan. Local publications identified family and service details with standard notices.
Maras notes the site covers 1468 acres with miles of railroad spurs and ground needs per building based on planned uses Harris says the wood frame buildings with concrete floors and siding suit industrialists despite not being brick and stone. He adds Texas industry aims to find homes here and anticipates lively interest in the property.
County highway meeting hears proposal to route a surface dike as part of Dentsen Dam project. Platter citizens advocate building an asphalt surface from Cartwright north toward Flatter, citing a three and a half mile stretch with blacktapping and drainage concerns.
Card of Thanks expresses gratitude for kindness shown after the death of a husband and son. Signed by Reva Talley and Mr and Mrs Johi Talley and Mr and Mrs Rav Shove, blessing recipients.
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