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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1949
Page
1
A 13 man crew aboard an 88 foot schooner led by Donald MacMillan hunts uranium ores near Booth Bay Maine and Baffin Land as they voyage over 6 000 miles toward the Pole. The journey uses diesel propulsion to cross frozen seas planned for June with government involvement noted.
A Dallas widow Mrs Robert Streit provides a new jet black Cocker Spaniel puppy to replace a late pet named Surprise that died after poison and infantile paralysis. Billy Hasten, boy in Bonham area, grieves openly while awaiting the arrival of a pup matching Surprise II in age and likeness.
United Press reports John L. Lewin pressing southern coal operators to desert the Southern Coal Producers' Association and join contract talks at White Sulphur Springs West Virginia as southern talks run in Bluefield. He has backing from northern western operators and Captive mines linked steel firms.
A revolt erupts at a Salt Lake City GOP convention as a county chairman accuses elder statesmen of trying to seize control. Robert Wilcott traverses the country to attend meetings claiming participation and opposition to being shut out. National GOP Chair Hugh Scott warns the Democratic program could destroy a way of life if Republicans fail to gain power.
Houston reports Constable Dale Hashard, famed for roaming Harris County gambling rings, may travel to film villain roles. He signed an agent contract with Lat Porte and plans to reach major studios in California to pursue a peace offer. Richardson unavailable for comment.
Light showers covered most of Fannin County from Friday night into Saturday morning, adding to a wet weekend total. Bonham recorded additional rainfall as gusty storms linger, aiding cotton insects and hampering dusting efforts in the fields. The persistent rain continued to affect farm work in the region.
In Washington on June 25 leaders say Truman's aid program for underdeveloped regions has little chance of passing this session. House Democrats voice tentative support, hearings may be held, and Senators Douglas and Mansfield back the plan as a modest $145000000 figure.
Chinese floods disrupt the Communist advance into South China and devastate rice crops in Hunan Province with widespread store closures and farm losses. Observers warn supplies will delay the push until September as Nationalist blockades complicate diplomacy and U S policy.
The Citizens Advisory Committee will meet Wednesday morning at 10 oclock in the City Hall for its second meeting to establish a permanent organization. The committee seeks to aid in promoting clubs and improvement of the city and will advise city commissioners on public opinion. Membership includes two representatives from each civic club with the president and an appointed member serving.
Mostly cloudy with occasional thunder showers and little temperature change. Considerable cloudiness with local thunder storms and no significant temperature shift in Bonham and vicinity.
In Berlin on June 25 an American aircrew escaped uninjured when their transport aircraft caught fire on landing at a Berlin airport. Flames erupted from the nose just after touchdown and airport workers evacuated the crew before the aircraft was fully engulfed.
Commerce voters, by more than four to one, approve a $100,000 bond to improve the water distribution system. Mayor A C Ferguson says funds will go to new wells and to lay sewer and water lines.
Coach Ross Baldwin announces a new summer recreation schedule effective June 27. Swimming will be offered three mornings weekly for ages 6 to 11 at Bonham State Park Lake and ages 12 plus from 10 to 12 at the lake. Playground activities run Tuesday and Thursday mornings at North Main Street facilities.
The House Un-American Activities Committee will begin two days of hearings in Washington to address Communist party activities. The panel will call wealthy donors and party members as witnesses to show a Washington branch functioned as an infiltration beachhead into government.
Former Flying Tigers chief Claire Chennault warned that a third world war is inevitable if the United States allows Communist armies to conquer China. In Washington he outlined a defense of Nationalist China and predicted a crisis within a week or two that will determine war or peace. He criticized State Department policy on China and warned Washington to wake to the danger.
Governor Jester approved city council resolutions to decontrol rents in Greenville and Kaufman and forwarded them to the federal housing expeditor Tighe for action.
Austin report on state efforts with the Texas Highway Department and Texas Safety Association to stress traffic sign awareness. Officials urge motorists to learn shapes and meanings to reduce accidents, noting signs indicate warnings, speed limits, and crossings.
Two consolidation elections are set for Saturday involving Benham and Ridings districts and North Fannin and Oakland districts. Polling places open 8am to 7pm with designated judges James Carmichael Joe Jackson Tom Eller and W H Herd. A separate July 9 vote seeks to merge Arledge Ridge with Bonham and Bailey district bonds of 8000 for road improvements.
FBI joins inquiry in Thornton killing as officers seek a young couple for questioning. Authorities described a vehicle tied to the suspects and urged tips leading to the assailants’ location near Anadarko Oklahoma. The victim was found late Wednesday and described as tied and beaten at the scene.
A 200 member Texas delegation urged Governor Jester to veto a proposed wage bill. They argued cities with populations over 40 000 would be required to raise wages from 165 to 300 dollars for firefighters and police, a move the spokesman said singles out law enforcement.
Mr Ridings recalls a weekend when old friend Ma Wakelald and his wife from Waxahachie surprised him in Bonham. They shared stories of wartime overseas and years apart while reconnecting over memories and a game.
The 1944 Chicago Railroad Fair reopened with 38 railways displayed showing a century of progress. The event drew more than two million visitors and featured models and exhibits including Paul Caravan legend and narrow gauge displays.
Pvt Michael Purpura, of Up Arm, sustained back injuries when the convoy truck overturned in a ditch on Highway 82 east of Bonham. He was taken to Bonham Hospital for observation.
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