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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1937
Page
3
A Bonham writer notes drivers violating street rules near the post office and along leading streets. He shares a fish tale by J W Cummings and remarks on Bonham cucumber prospects and cake quality in Fannin County. The column also mentions a defamation threat, a stolen boat lock, flea questions, and traffic ordinance efforts.
Youngstown Ohio and Johnstown Pennsylvania reopened steel mills after a month long strike. National guardsmen and city police guarded entrances while workers flowed in and out. SWOC declared first 48 hours show a return movement with strikers holding to a plan.
Robbers entered Dowlen and Cos store in Windom Friday night. They stole cigarettes, merchandise, about 16 dollars in cash, and jam with the safe door blown off. Electric and telephone lines were cut disabling the burglar alarm. Bonham County sheriffs race fingerprints and plan to send evidence to Washington. no suspects yet.
The Associated Press reports that measures will seek a thorough overhaul of the tax structure from the 1933 Congress. Aimed at reducing inequities and closing revenue leaks, the plan would allow rates to vary progressively with economic conditions and government needs.
Information from Dallas indicates two men were seen in that city and believed to be members of the Huntsville prison camp escape gang. They were arrested at Paris last night and are not thought to be the pair reportedly seen in the local area Friday afternoon.
Residents in Bonham report hot conditions this June with memory playing tricks on which year was the hottest. The record shows last June had days reaching 108, 105, and 100 in scattered dates, while this month tops out near the 102 mark. A forecast promises cooler days ahead, offering relief after a stretch of extreme heat.
A garbled snippet mentions a mare called The Yellow Jacket, fed on oats and produced by her own labor at home, with some unclear references to money and endurance.
Franklin D Roosevelt Jr and Ethel du Pont announce their engagement and upcoming wedding at a small stone church. The couple, from prominent families, have known each other four years and will wed with a White House invitation fantasy in the public imagination. Both enjoy outdoor life and share a preference for understated elegance.
An editorial in Mussolini's newspaper claims Madrid would fall soon as Franco finishes cleaning northern provinces. It says Franco will mass forces against Madrid, while officials say Italy and Germany lament Britain and France actions altering naval patrols.
Police seek a suspect in the Veronica Gedeon murder case after a hotel kitchen staffer identifies a roomer as Robert Irwin. Detective Lieutenant Stephen Tozzer says Irwin fled his room leaving a slender trail for investigators in the New York case.
Will Rogers jokes about towns blaming bandits on Chicago as a sign of jealousy. He notes most cities think they’ve got all the bandits they can handle and their stories reflect local bravado and humor.
A Chicago crowd appears involved with criminals and police in a tense scene. The narrative centers on a man who fears police less than expected and questions why he is being restrained. Transcripts hint at a larger criminal network and shifting loyalties.
Fannin county farmers and merchants attended a flea hopper demonstration at the Dee Davis farm near Leonard. Vendors showcased machines from $16 to $300 that poison hoppers, with conditioned sulphur dusting used to protect cotton stalks. County Agent Young announced another session at the Hil farm near Trenton Monday at 2 PM and urged local participation.
In Arcule region near Aklavik, Willlanoughis and spouse endured two weeks atop their flooded cabin roof as Mackenzie River floodwaters roared. Unable to abandon shelter, they waited out the high water until it receded and then trekked 40 miles to Aklavik for supplies before returning home to mend the wreckage.
Nine of the Fastham prison fugitives remain at large as authorities search for men who escaped from the facility. A gray horse sighting spurred a manhunt and efforts by Associated Press reporters to verify leads.
The article notes turkeys at work in fields disrupting grasshoppers near Tecumseh and nearby areas. Mention of Morrell Jones and Monta as locals appear amid scattered OCR fragments describing turkey stocks and farm activity affecting crops.
Annapolis Md June 26 The second batch of 100 Democratic congressmen went to Jefferson Toland Chesapeake Bay today for an old fashioned political picnic with President Roosevelt. Guests returning from the first days outing yesterday said the three day affair had its political significance reduced. Senator Robinson of Arkansas arrived early at the travel dock with Senator Coneally of Texas who refused to talk seriously, joking that she was simply enjoying a delightful trip.
Beverly Ells Crilf Al Bouberg, a noted joke writer for radio and comedian Jace Benny, died at his home at age forty five from a heart attack. Reports say his final joke referenced termites and his last days involved signing a new contract and plans for retirement.
An investigation report details alleged violations of employment laws related to twelve legislature members and their spouses. The affidavit, filed by a labor union official, alleges improper employment by state agencies during and after adjournment. Names and specifics of positions are withheld.
Grain cotton quotations show prices for wheat and corn trading today. The record notes 104 per bushel for a grain item and mentions a small price point around 371 cents per bushel for another commodity.
Fragmentary note indicates plans for a funeral arrangement honoring an individual named Walker. It references a January date and a family or committee organizing the event, likely including Ve or related initials. Further readable details are limited.
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