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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1947
Page
7
Crumbling levee system amid Mississippi flood fears tests a 103-year river history. Engineers report a break affecting over 2,000 acres and threaten Granite City to the south with rising water. Officials weigh embankment stability and potential relief actions as the crisis unfolds.
Ton branch of the United States Department of Agriculture reports free cotton market news will be available to growers and ginners under the Django Doxey Act. County agents announce a July 1 deadline for applications. Prior readings will be considered, and the classing office urges organized groups to apply. Readings will show staple length and aid selling on a staple basis rather than market price. Names of local gins and cooperatives in Fannin and surrounding counties are listed as participants.
Princeton June 30. A group led by Albert Einstein warns the United Nations cannot reach an effective plan to curb atomic weapons. They predict a full scale atomic war may begin within eight years as powers stockpile bombs by 1995 and urge a world government with real enforcement to prevent further conflict.
Wartime planning from the United States and Canada outlines joint drills next winter to boost defense against transnational threats. The announcement notes a transit and security framework, a united operations center, and collaboration with allied nations to ensure readiness across the region.
In Ville Pennsylvania on June 30 a former fighter and a butcher were found dead from wounds after a violent argument at a party. Charles A Souch aged 28 and Michael Souch were involved in a melee during the incident.
A San Francisco report from June 30 discusses the Chinese Civil War as the world’s most vital crisis. It cites Roy W. Howard of Scripps-Howard and mentions American options, a proposed Hoover program, and a global reach across travel and political tensions.
Paris reports the BIC Three conference on the Marshall Plan for Europe deadlocked as French, British, and Russian officials trade charges and blame each other. AFP quotes sources and notes the talks began Friday and may affect plans for European recovery under UN auspices.
At the Lincoln Memorial Truman urged global leaders to adopt an international bill of rights and prove democracy’s superiority over totalitarian rule. He warned that totalitarian regimes offer false security and urged unity against racial prejudice during the NAACP conference broadcast nationwide.
The article discusses an early clash over the Hartley Act with remarks on balancing rivalries and international peace perspectives. It mentions De Gaulle and wartime expectations, signaling a tense political moment in Washington.
The article outlines proposed tax and relief measures discussed in Congress, seeking to align with President Truman's stance. It notes House and Senate activity, debate on tax policy, anticipated relief for smaller taxpayers, and ongoing partisan divisions shaping the bill.
A garbled report notes a sizable surplus for the year with figures around 750 million dollars and references to government funds and warrants. It mentions high demand and a payment outlook, though specifics are unclear due to OCR errors.
In Chicago today the Pan-American Constellation "America" completed the final leg of its around the world flight. Officials praised the achievement as the aircraft wrapped up its remarkable voyage.
Two men from Tulsa and Artlers are held in Choctaw county jail with two girls aged 14 and 16 as officers investigate their activities in the county and nearby areas.
Two teens aged 15 and 17 are jailed in Dallas on charges linked to stealing Dowel Price’s car in Ravenna. One was arrested in Denison, the other at a Dallas aunt’s home. They allegedly took two small Jeeps from a Sherman concern after a claim of an automobile swap. A paper matche package found under a Bunham Park window tied to the case. Sheriff Dick Walt said authorities believe the youths stole the vehicles and planned further thefts. The pair are to be transported to Bunyan for further proceedings with County Attorney John Farmer assisting.
Washington June 30 A P reported the government case in the May bribery trial of a former official and associates. Prosecutors claimed the defense sought to obstruct testimony. Witnesses and officials described alleged misconduct and political influence in the proceedings.
The fragmentary line hints at a period style proverb about giving the saying and rationing, but the text is garbled. It does not provide a clear event, person, or place to identify.
Washington reports the government returns control of soft coal mines to private owners after a 13 month seizure during a strike. About 460000 Mine Workers, AFL, were on a ten day vacation with 250000 having walked out earlier, risking resumption of layoffs and new contract talks.
Washington report says a committee approved repiar titles authorizing veterans to cash their terminal leave pay bonds. Superintendent position unclear as text is garbled.
Fort Worth livestock market notes steady activity with cattle prices largely unchanged. Demand shows good shearer yearlings and better quality calves valued around 1600 to 2500, with medium grades reflecting modest firming. Hog prices and sows remain steady with bids improving slightly for good pork cuts.
The project advances on Highway 82 from Bon We o Uh Panna County to Sherma with work on the bridge over Bur At and approach replacement. A detour bridge now carries traffic just south of the Bur At bridge while a farm access road and bridge are built from the infin dump to provide farm entry into bottom lands.
President Truman signed the price control act despite calling it a step backward. He argued controls must remain to lower living costs and housing prices while criticizing eviction protections. The measure ends rent controls on most new or modified housing and hotel rooms, with limited voluntary rent increases and eviction safeguards reduced to state law.
Farmers in the Honey Grove sector report near knee high crops and strong potential for a bumper 1947 harvest. Fields are generally clean after plowing and cultivation, but some plots show weed and grass growth needing attention as corn yucca and other crops begin rapid growth post tillage.
London report says Princess Elizabeth, heiress presumptive, weighs suitors and may announce engagement to Philip Mountbatten. A royal declaration is expected between now and Christmas, with a likely formal message to follow in the spring or early summer.
Washington on June 30 reports President Truman signing legislation to boost enlistments. The measure raises the minimum volunteer age to 47 and requires parental consent for 17 year olds. The act becomes effective immediately.
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