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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1925
Page
1
A massive tornado ripped through Southern Illinois, Eastern Missouri, and Southwestern Indiana causing about 700 deaths and 2,000 injuries. Millions in property value was lost as twenty three towns were swept. relief workers pour in and Illinois allocates 500000 to aid. A relief train with doctors and medicine departed Chicago for the disaster zones.
United Press dispatch from Lima March 19 reports that the ancient Peruvian city of Trujillo, founded in 1535, was destroyed by floods fed by torrential rains. The city, once home to 121,004 inhabitants, is described as Peru's third important urban center.
Fragmentary note describes rock roaches and Methuselas, asserting they do not reach mature size until two or three years old. The text mentions age thresholds and insect development in a brief, observational tone.
Fire swept two Palm Beach hotels Breakers and Palm Beach along with other property causing an estimated 5 million dollars in losses. Firefighters searched the debris for victims as guests from around the world stayed at the doomed hotels.
Ex Senator Charles A. Culberson of Texas died at his Washington home after a long invalid spell and bout of influenza. He served as U S senator from 1899 to 1923 and wished to be buried in Texas. His burial is planned for Jefferson, where family graves lie. He began public life as Texas attorney general and halted Dan Stuart’s prize fight in Dallas as governor.
President Coolidge informed a representative of advertising clubs that he cannot attend the world convention planned for May in Washington. The event, set to be held in a city called Yloustom in May, will proceed without the president.
Market offers juicy tender steak with consistent quality. Fresh vegetables abundantly available and a full line of Pratluw canned fruits complements the assortment.
The Rotarians gathered with strong attendance as President Cunningham presided. Highlights included thanks from Rev. Owen, a Harmony Club compliment, a Southern Creameries ice cream gift, reports by Evans and Scates, a talk on fire prevention by Fire Marshal A. Stevenson, and a Civic League mosquito control committee appointment led by Bailey and Cunningham.
Mrs. Mary Stroud, who lived with her son north of the city, died early this morning at age 79. Her body was brought to the city for interment with the burial service set for 4 oclock this afternoon.
A compact snippet argues that a town is worth living in if residents voice positive words about it, suggesting praise helps the community’s reputation and desirability.
A study notes the average life of a one dollar bill is about six months before it is withdrawn from circulation. The finding highlights currency turnover and the impact on vending, commerce, and cash handling.
Chicago reports the disaster as a cyclone that killed upwards of 1,000 and injured about 3,000. Five states Missouri Illinois Indiana Kentucky and Tennessee suffered extensive destruction with towns nearly leveled and many homeless as rescue efforts continue.
President Coolidge sent a letter to John Barton Payne urging immediate use of all American Red Cross facilities for cyclone victims and offering aid to flood-stricken Peru. The note highlights federal backing for disaster relief efforts.
A fierce eighty mile wind slammed Buffalo at noon, blowing a lake steamer from its moorings. Buildings suffered damage and St. Stanislaus Church at Niagara Falls was damaged.
Springfield March 19 United Press reports Governor Len Small traveled to southern Illinois amid a major storm. Reports say he will assess relief efforts and oversee state response as the disaster unfolds.
A powerful cyclone swept through southern Illinois and Indiana, flattening towns and triggering fires. The death toll rises into the hundreds with injuries around fifteen hundred and property losses in the millions. Twenty thousand people are homeless as entire communities are destroyed. Reports place fatalities in Gallatin Tennessee and Sumner County Tennessee with dozens of deaths and injuries.
The Red Cross mobilizes to relieve storm areas with doctors nurses and medical supplies dispatched. State Highway Department inquiry clears committee over funds and negligence charges.
Ice core analysis shows snow deposited in Greenland over 5000 years ago forming today's ice. The finding highlights long climate history and atmospheric conditions preserved in the ice layers.
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