28 Mar 1907
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1907
Page
1
The Favorite will correct any erroneous reflection on a person firm or corporation upon notification to the office. Readers are invited to bring such matters to attention for prompt remedy and factual alignment.
Sulphur Springs residents back Bonham's Cotton Mills as a strong prospect for the town. They contrast it with stalled road work and note the mills could do more to boost local progress.
The issue surrounding Harry Thaw centers on whether he should be executed for his crimes or declared insane and confined in an asylum. Legal proceedings debate whether he faces capital punishment or a mental health commitment.
Residents gathered Tuesday night to endorse resolutions and join efforts to organize an effective Law and Order League in Bonham. The group aims to mobilize community action and public safety initiatives locally.
Localities in Tarrant County and Dallas prepare for a local option vote as liquor interests mobilize. Law and Order Leagues push to curb violations, signaling active citizen scrutiny and organized enforcement efforts.
Towns preparing to build cotton mills send representatives to study Bonham's model after its successful mill. The report suggests many other towns will follow Bonham's example and construct mills. Bonham plans to build another mill.
A Texas debate on a proposed tax measure draws broad opposition from business leaders and citizens. Critics question how government revenue would rise if all taxes are fought, asking whether farmers and homeowners would bear the burden. The tone is cautious about tax strategy and public finance.
The writer recalls a 22 year old case in Fannin County where a Black man assaulted his daughter and was imprisoned for two years, arguing that harsher punishment would have prevented today’s tragedy. The piece frames judicial mercy as poor public policy and advocates a rope as a remedy.
A Texas jury convicted a man who killed another man after claiming he acted due to an insult to his wife. The insult occurred six months earlier before the killing and before the wife spoke, raising questions about motive and self defense.
The Tuesday night meeting lauded EK L Agnew for urging public backing of county officers. He cited his own tenure as County Attorney and argued officers deserve encouragement and active support to enforce the law effectively.
The report to the Bonham Texas Board of Trustees urges a well graded library for the primary and grammar departments. It emphasizes expanding reading beyond school readers and recommends an appropriation to establish a solid library foundation for the city schools.
The report laments scarce library facilities in elementary and grammar grades, noting only minor High School funds and reliance on private collections. It argues for expanded reading materials to foster taste and depth, citing students who read many books and praising the need for better access to varied literature across all grades.
Messrs W A Spangler and K Crawford left for Austin to attend the Good Roads Convention as delegates from the Business Men's League and Good Roads Association. The session aims to discuss measures including direct taxes and state county engineers, with leaders from the National and State Good Roads groups likely to attend. The governor and legislature plan a special House session to consider benefiting road legislation.
Cluny Point D Arabbe and Brus sale announces new spring lace curtain shipments with 650 kinds to choose from by Halsell and Caldwell Co.
New clothing arrivals at Ware's and the Hub Clothing Co entice shoppers with Easter ready outfits. Don Ryburn offers artistic framing for old pictures while White Blakeney Fuller showcases after suits in their north window. Accessories include home furniture sales and fresh spring fashions for year round wear. Local notices urge a dwelling house application to E Anderson at Marble Yard and invites customers to trade in old furniture.
An advertisement touts Foleys Honey And Tar claiming it stops coughs and breaks up phlegm quickly. It warns to refuse imitation products in yellow packaging and notes sale by a drug company.
Rogers Woodward Roberts Co. advertises ready to wear suits for spring featuring well dressed men in town and appealing styles from a local clothing house.
A shopper urges readers to inspect the Hub’s offerings prior to purchasing a spring suit and accessories. The note emphasizes checking current stock and prices at the hub before committing to a purchase.
Gettomato and cabbage plants from Phil Jackson at Arledge and Russell's. Deere riding planters are available for 2250 dollars. Thompson Abernathy Co. promotes home goods including screen doors and paints from Steger Lumber Company.
No trespassing notice from Mrs. Pomp White warns all persons not to hunt or fish on her property and states they will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
Halsell reports a new shipment of China mattings priced at 150 per yard and up.
The M E T R Y Co offers tickets at one fare for a round trip to Mexico City with three selling periods. First series Apr 25 to May 18 with July 31 limit. Second series Jun 8 to 15 with Aug 31 limit. Third series Jun 20 to Jul 12 with Sept 15 limit. Stopovers allowed and return within transit and final limits. Call Katy ticket office for information.
A Ava Missouri mother Mrs. Ruppee credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving her son from a serious lung illness after doctors failed. She reports rapid improvement following the druggist's advice and notes he returned to carpenter work in good health. Saunders Drug Co. offers 50c and 1.00 bottles with a trial offer.
The Hub Clothing unveils Clap Shoes with novel shapes and colors. The launch highlights bold silhouettes and comfort features appealing to fashion-forward shoppers.
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