21 Mar 1918
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1918
Page
1
The administration plans a bill to insure more than forty percent of the nation's key war sites. Coverage would include meat packing plants grain elevators flour mills mine properties food and feed storage facilities and nearby shipping docking and storage areas.
An Interstate Co ad argues tire stocks are strong, citing rising demand and high earnings. It promotes the Jones Tire as a safe, sound investment and urges careful motorists and investors to act, noting production plans and monthly business exceeding ten million dollars.
Zurich report from Berlin says Holland must expect a naval blockade of all ports as retaliation for the Dutch ships being taken over by America and the Allies. Berlin advices say Holland will bear the consequences of its decision.
JF Honey Grove will visit Bonham tomorrow afternoon to promote War Savings Societies and Thrift Stamps. Bonham plans a cooperative welcome with stores closing 2 to 4 pm for the event at 2 o'clock.
Two acres on East Fourth with a mansion offered for 7000 by J M Lewrey. Sale notice appears in local property listings.
Two German destroyers and two torpedo boats are believed sunk off Dunkirk in a clash that saw German warships bombarding the port this morning, attacked by French and British forces. One British destroyer was damaged but reached harbor unharmed.
Char le Watson offers to buy an absolutely brand new Ford 1918 roadster.
British forces report heavy bombardment starting at 5:00 this morning along a 75 mile front south of the Scarpe and extending to the British right flank near St Quentin. Berlin confirms renewed artillery activity with Austro Hungarian forces also engaged.
Austin March 21 The Woman's primary suffrage bill passed the Senate by seventeen to four with five pairs. It now goes to the House for concurrence in the three Senate amendments including general registration of women in all counties.
War Minister Trotsky addressed the Moscow Soviet and drew wild applause as he pressed for the rapid formation of a sizable Russian army.
Deputy Food Administrator W. E. Dixon travels to Paris to meet with E. A. Peden on food program work. Sid Smith accompanies Dixon as district chairman.
American forces in the Lameville region joined French artillery and infantry in a late afternoon raid on German trenches. The operation followed a heavy enemy bombardment and involved an artillery prep that shook buildings miles behind the front.
W. E. Newton advertises seed Irish Cobblers available while supplies last at a price of 1.75 dollars per bushel.
In The Hague on March 1 Premier London responded to government criticism over shipping, describing American policy as all but benevolent. The Chamber debate highlighted tensions in international relations and trade policies.
Five passenger Ford body and good top offered for sale with a two passenger body and top also available. M B Word & Co.
For sale motor generator set for charging storage batteries. Five battery capacity. Contact Charley Watson.
Washington reports the destroyer Manly collided with a British warship on March 19. One officer and three enlisted men were killed, at least ten injured, and both ships suffered damage after a depth charge exploded during the collision.
Washington reports aviation officials say by the last of August the United States will have completed more than double the number of battle planes then in use by Germany England and France. The program is two months behind schedule but a vast amount of work has been accomplished, possibly more than the public realizes.
Ashley Evans Land Co offers a four room cottage available for sale with option to rent for a short term. Potential buyers or renters contact the company for terms and availability.
General Haig reports heavy German artillery bombardment along the British line from Vendeuil south of St. Quentin to as far as the Scarpe. The assault indicates intensified fighting on multiple sectors.
Madrid reports former Premier Maura, a leader of Pro-Ally factions, has been directed to form a new cabinet. The move signals a shift in coalition dynamics and aims to stabilize government with pro-Allied support.
Petrograd dispatches from Kiev report serious differences between Austria and the Ukrainian Rada over territorial division. Austria demands a portion of the Vilin province, widening postwar negotiations.
Bonham High School offers low price farming implements in good condition. One one row grain drill, one walking cultivator, one cotton planter, two barrows, and one walking plow are available. See James Carmichael, janitor, for details.
Miss Lucile Chitwood fourteen daughter of Mrs Fannie Chitwood residing six miles southwest of Bonham died yesterday at home. funeral services will be conducted by Rev F H Ford Union Presbyterian church of this city. Burial will be at Hampton cemetery Edhube.
Local dealers Yoakum McGee Lexington and Briscoe promote a Ford truck built in the Ford factory and driven only one day. They offer the vehicle to the first check received, urging quick action to avoid disappointment.
Dainty Marguerite Clark headlines Bob's Burglar showing at The Queen today and tomorrow with a brief run in the early showtimes and crowd response noted.
Mrs. Alex Blank died at the family home in Duplex following measles and complications. She was about forty and survived by her husband and several children. The community mourns the loss of a good woman.
Vacant lot fronting on East Ninth street on pavement and East Tenth street offered for sale. See me or phone 468-J P. Steele for details.
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