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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1913
Page
2
A regional column laments soap and cleanliness for boys, praising mud and riverside play. It argues dirt equals fun and recalls a bygone era of outdoor mischief, contrasting modern soap usefulness with boyhood adventures.
A California boy ran away over bathing norms prompts a volley of comments on boy nature. A female contributor suggests boys enjoy bathing, while others argue that boys prefer swimming and mud play to baths. The piece portrays boys as amphibian, opposed to enforced washing, and highlights tension over gendered expectations.
A Memphis woman stands trial for shooting her husband to death as prosecutors seek to use her 72 year old daughter as a witness. Testimony shows the husband was found partly disrobed at another woman's home and was at home only two of the three weeks before his death. The case has attracted national attention. Senator Bailey comments on tariff measures in a letter to Dr. J A Allen of Fulbright Texas noting farmers must decide what they must sell.
The excerpt recalls political clash over equal purchase rights and civic duty from Senator Bailey’s stance, followed by a traffic accident near Austin where three occupants escaped injury aside from a scare. A Denison paper notes wrecks fuel funerals and calls for stricter speed limits, while a local observer agrees that safe living feels perilous today.
Baseball calendar notes results from a Texas Oklahoma League slate with Ardmore Durant Denison Paris Texarkana Wichita Falls and Sherman in the mix. The terse box scores show Durant 0 Denison 2 Paris 9 Texarkana 2 and Wichita Falls results listed amid the day’s standings.
A historical essay notes Wilson’s short ballot reform in New Jersey. It argues the plan centralized power in the governor enabling constructive reforms and limiting the influence of elective subordinates. It contrasts Wilson with Hughes in New York and discusses party organization versus office seeking groups.
The Katy will run a special train from Bonham at 1 p.m. to Denison for a baseball game, returning at 7 p.m. Round trip fare is 3.10. W. I. Hearne, Agent.
The revival meeting at the Church of Christ on Third Street opens with Evangelist A. J. Walker of Mt. Calm Texas preaching. Walker brings years of teaching experience and promises community benefit as services run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
J P Griffin of the Texas Traction Company announces Mike R Fewell promoted from assistant passenger agent at Denison to assistant general passenger agent for Southern and Texas Traction Companies. New duties place him in Dallas with lines Denison to Dallas Hillsboro Waco and Corstean. Bonham native Fewell praised by the Favorite for his rise.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic advertised as a malaria remedy and stomach tonic claims to build up the system. The ad targets adults and children and lists a price of 50 cents for a bottle.
J T Wilkinson of Valley Creek School District visited town for child transfers from Valley Creek to Grove Eth school. Mrs Trone Mayfield and her daughter Low from Telephone were in town. Mayfield taught at Telephone last year and is regarded as a top teacher in Fannin. A Mullins, a progressive teacher and farmer, left with county superintendent’s family some fresh roasting ears, reflecting prosperity and future prospects.
Reading is limited but indicates a travel promotion with five cent round trip coupons not accepted on certain excursions. Tickets may be available at Ban nn County National Bank and Bonham Hee Street Ry Co for daily riders seeking affordable travel after work.
A house is listed for rent by Evans and Pritchett using vara and let arrangements. The notice outlines the property availability and rental terms.
In two blocks of the square the old Shortridge home is to be sold. It offers space for rooming or boarding levee. The price is reduced and the ad urges quick action, noting Will H Evans as the contact.
A blaze at the City Hotel in Honey Grove Friday was checked by the local fire department. The fire started near construction materials and swept toward the wall, but efforts prevented total destruction. Furniture and pictures were damaged mainly by water. exact damages could not be learned.
A historic adage promotes honesty in advertising, stating that truthful ads build lasting trust while deception yields only brief profits. It urges readers to rely on merchants who advertise accurately and honorably.
In an odd reading, the notice mentions Bennett and employees and a closing. It references customers and shoppers and a manager named Emily at a store. Details are unclear but indicate a scheduled close and a request to meet some agreement at a shop.
Windom and teammates battled Wandom on a rough Wane dom diamond. Poe Rasberry delivered a key desolate effort to field a ball, but a bad throw by Dunk Dowlen gave Wandom the only two runs. Lee West pitched well for Windom backed by Ruben Lee West and Barn Wpperson. Windom’s Batterie included Alem Abbott and Dunk Dowlen.
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