26 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1907
Page
1
Public notice states Florio Forte watchdogs will correct any erroneous reflections about persons firms or corporations printed in The Fa or te Forte columns upon being brought to the attention of the publishers.
Chicago gamblers ran a pool selling ship the City of Traverse on Lake Michigan to dodge city restrictions. Mayor Busse seeks federal action after local courts failed to convict, claiming the vessel skirts Chicago and federal jurisdiction as it sails in federal waters.
Mrs Hetty Green has given up her residence at Bellows Falls after a dispute with the tax assessor over how the country could be run. The exchange left her blistered by the sun and she did not catch a break in the long debate.
A fragment notes a mosquito can hear a man locating a peek a-boo shirt waist by instinct. The odd phrasing implies a natural cue or humorous observation about senses and clothing. No additional context or names are provided.
Testimony lacks evidence that Harry Orchard received overtime pay twice. The record shows no clear connection between his work hours and any double compensation.
A cryptic line notes that some men disbelieve forecasts unless their coins ache, reflecting distrust in weather signals and the value placed on luck over science.
The ordinance mandates Bonham citizens liable for poll tax to work on city streets or hire substitutes at one dollar per day until tax penalties and costs are paid. Notices issued by the City Marshal require three days to report for work under Street Commissioner direction, with possible fines up to ten dollars for noncompliance.
Winifred Black observes a city street car ride brightened by a baby. sour faces soften as the infant’s charm shifts the mood of stern men and anxious women. An advertisement from Thompson Abernathy Co. ends the piece.
A vintage health ad extols Dr. Pierce Favorite Prescription as a cure for female ailments including painful periods and nervous distress. It promotes reading medical authorities and requests a free booklet from Dr. R V Pierce in Buffalo New York.
The Bonham city ordinance passed June 10 1907 requires delinquent poll tax payers to work out the tax starting July 11 1907. Those paying before July 11 owe only a 10 percent penalty. If unpaid by July 11 an extra 75 cents will be added as per ordinance. City officials notice.
Thompson Abernathy Co advertises refrigerators and ice cream freezers with attractive prices claims to meet customer wants and urges sellers to inquire for details.
W O Reily Fogarty of Kingston Jamaica writes that one bottle of Chamberlain s Cough Remedy relieved a persistent cough and he plans to buy another bottle. For sale by J W Peeler.
A promotional letter offers free samples of Dr. Shoop's Restorative and a book on disorders of the digestive system heart or kidneys. It claims stomach nerves control weakness and urges treatment of internal nerves rather than symptoms. Includes a mailing address and sale by J. W. Wig.
The fragment mentions Ww. ki. A. Johnson Realty Co in a real estate item. Details are sparse, with no clear property, price, location, or dates readable.
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