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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1941
Page
4
A brief item outlines Goodyear pricing changes and a proposed weekly aid, with mention of a management figure discussing the plan. The fragment hints at consumer costs and managerial input but lacks full details or names.
Soviet forces launched a blitz counter offensive along the Minsk and Moscow fronts. German armored corps saw leaders killed as fighting raged in southern flank sectors and reports claimed tank, artillery, and air units were regrouped to deter the Red Army. Berlin dispatches warned the Red Army could renew heavy attacks, though no decisive outcome was stated.
U S Army Department today asked on June 28 to authorize a broad inquiry of unfit officers. Acting Secretary of War warned this would be a real danger to the nation. Senator Elbert D Utah introduced a bill to require removal of officers deemed unfit. Chairman Robert R D G of Senate Affairs Committee supported the measure. Gen George J Chief of Staff stressed restoring vigor and ability by removing older officers in posts where they cannot serve effectively. War Secretary urged retention only of officers with good and justified reasons. House Speaker favored enactment of legislation.
The Senate approved a measure extending executive monetary authority as RAF aircraft continue raids on Nazi centers and French coast targets. Reports describe sustained bomber offensives offshore and beyond, with coastal defenses and industrial areas hit. The piece notes allied strategic moves and public reaction as war coverage dominates headlines.
A fragmented World War II era report notes CIO members facing strikes and protest plans in Oakland and San Francisco as war industry labor actions intensify. The piece mentions widespread stalled production, proposed peace terms, and Allied bombings in Europe, with references to WPA projects and labor leadership.
Washington June 2. The office of production management stated that automobile manufacturers must cut production of 1942 model cars and trucks to divert resources to defense products on a larger scale. The drive aims to free up about $3 billion in assets and $500,000,000 in materials for defense needs amid war efforts.
Ten criminal cases are slated for trial Monday morning in district court. County attorney Louis Woosley announced Saturday that A C Creamer faces four forgery counts, Will Shelton two extortion cases, with wc Shaw on burglary, Lee Riles charged with murder, and Rundell Freeman of Geol among others.
Negotiations continue as a CIO strike halts magnesium production at Dow Chemical, supplier of 75 percent of magnesium for defense aviation. About 1,000 state and federal officers guard the plant while 4,000 hourly workers cross the picket line. Dow officials offer no comment as talks resume with Dr Willard Dow in Washington.
Reported explosion may have caused the sinking of the Al-Fated submarine. Commander Ol Squadron questions whether the vessel was crushed as salvage teams consider depth estimates around 200 feet and search operations near Portsmouth. Rear Admiral Richare, leading the salvage, notes uncertain factors and a possible arc of the incident.
The ASA office received the first consignments of parity checks for the 194 wheat crop on Saturday. A total of 31 checks valued at 2097.50 dollars were received, with more expected at a later date.
March Field California June 28 United States Army Air Corps Priday launches the Douglas B 19 bomber described as a battle ship of the air in a test flight of 97 minutes. Maj Stanley Umstead piloted the 50 ton aircraft, landing smoothly at Las with observers noting its steady handling and successful evaluation. Crew of six completed maneuvers over the ocean near Tang Beach, with officials praising the flight as a major milestone for the program and Douglas Aircraft.
Defense Council announces a meeting Wednesday at the first precinct courtroom. Judge Oft Touch chairs the steering committee as members discuss progress and next steps. attendees include City officials and council members. A sale is listed after 1 PM with a location noted, but details are unclear from the readable fragments.
Bonham merchants observe Independence Day with altered summer hours. Several stores will close Friday for the holiday, while others set later closings through July and August. Local officials note observances may affect ticketing and traffic patterns as businesses adjust schedules.
Mi of Johnson City backed by Roosevelt and Washington trails Governor W Lee O Daniel in the special senatorial race with 11 30 p m returns showing O Daniel 147 761 and Johnson 150 871 Mann 125 140 Dies 71 612 remain behind. early reports favored O Daniel as rural areas slow to report and Johnson carried his home district and Gulf Coast, while Dies lagged and Mann was third.
In Fannin County the senator race shows Daniel O'Daniel leading with 2 186 votes and Johnson close at 3 277. West of Bonham, Munn and Jones carry additional precincts while local totals place Daniel ahead. street widenings and a WPA project finish in Navasota, including a brick city hall and fire station, easing municipal worries.
A Popolo Di Roma report cites Russian circles indicating former Foreign Commissar Maxim Litvinov will soon assume a senior government role. He would direct collaboration between Russia and Britain, enhancing diplomatic ties.
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