01 May 1918
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1918
Page
1
United Press reports fierce artillery duel as Germans bring more guns after American troops reach the line. A village is wiped out while both sides bombard roads and villages behind the front. In hours of fighting, American guns pound German positions and retaliatory shells fall on American lines. Ford roadster for sale Gus Steger.
Captain Norman Hall and Eddie Rick Ensigner shared honors yesterday in destroying a Bowie aircraft over German lines. Each credited the other for the success in a brief exchange. Also advertised are two farm listings near Bonham. 100 and 56 acres with details available from A. L. McRae or A. P. Stephens, plus 400 acres of black land priced at 20 to 25 dollars per acre.
Secretary Baker will outline the army expansion plan to the House Military Committee at 10 o clock. The likely plan grants the Administration broad authority to draw manpower, with Crowder and Baker assessing draft reserves and camp capacity without harming essential industry. The War Department Council, including Hurley, Baruch and Piez, reviewed troop movement and concluded the nation can support three million servicemen domestically and overseas this year, with possible expansion beyond.
A May 1 1918 order from County Food Administrator W E Dixon bans further sale of wheat flour due to breadstuffs shortages. Merchants must discontinue sales and mail an inventory listing including sacks and pounds per sack to the office.
Brandon Trussell of Decatur county superintendent and state superintendent candidate visits his sister Mrs W L Tittle and talks with locals to acquaint them with his candidacy during a visit to Wise County.
Farm listing describes 184 seven geed black land two miles northeast of Randolph, mostly cultivated with twelve acres pasture. Four rail fence, two fireplaces, two porches. Land level and not washed. Price negotiable for quick sale by J. M. Cline.
The War Trade Board issued an order fixing the standard price on crude rubber and taking control of sales and stocks. The move, effective today, aims to curb imports and hoarding, with prices set ten percent below yesterday to prevent boosts in rubber product costs. It covers importers manufacturers and the general public due to rubber product use.
Bailey Inglish school children will present a patriotic program at the high school on Friday May 3 at 8 15 p m. A picture show with prices of 10 and 20 cents will help fund the Mothers Club current expenses.
The Hollingsworth case from Fort Worth asks the court of criminal appeals to decide the constitutionality of the zone law. The matter was submitted today and a decision is expected within a week.
Washington May 1 the army casualty list lists seventy two names with eight killed in action three dead of disease one of wounds one from accident two missing five wounded severely and fifty one slightly wounded The item preserves the official tally and mentions casualties by status.
Word fragments from a local notice mention Wil son’s Drug Store and a delivery promise. The readable text suggests a small business ad or classified line emphasizing reliable service and quick delivery tied to a drug store.
All Scouts interested in baseball report at headquarters Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock by order of Assistant Scoutmaster.
London May 1. A local enemy attack on a British post near St Hulein three miles northeast of Ypres was repulsed with machine guns. In the Merteren sector, enemy posts were raided and prisoners taken. The French strengthened positions around Lacre after minor successful enterprises.
President Wilson launches a Buy Another Bond campaign urging one million Americans to invest in a $50 Liberty Bond with five dollars down and five dollars per month. He has already purchased another $50 bond on installment, hoping fifty million more join, as twelve million have already bought bonds this round.
Zurich May 1 report that Emperor Karl and Foreign Minister Burian with their staffs travel to German headquarters for a crucial conference with the Kaiser. The talks are expected to shape future policy on Ukraine and the Balkans.
Mrs Harry Anthony begins erecting a residence on her lot at the corner of North Center and Sixth streets.
Claude L. Jones of Shreveport Louisiana a prominent Christian minister and Texas stewardship secretary will speak at the First Christian Church Friday night starting a six or eight part series. He will teach regular tithing the systematic giving of earnings stressing that wealth is entrusted stewardship and accountability for its use. All are invited to attend.
Washington reports 240000 tons of new shipping built in April, two thirds in the last half of the month. If sustained, the annual total could reach about 3,000,000 tons, though final yard reports are still pending.
The paper advertises the Maxwell car and invites readers to see the vehicle at the T. R. Crowson Auto Co. showroom. It emphasizes that the Maxwell is the familiar model many have discussed.
Washington reports that Secretary Baker will present plans to the House Military Committee to enlarge the U S army for France. A widely circulated estimate proposes raising the total to over 3,000,000, with prior goals signaling 800,000 more troops this year. Equipment and transport shortages loom as troop movements accelerate. Baker consults with British Ambassador Read and seeks Britain’s aid in transport.
The Bailey Inglish school children from all grades will perform songs readings and folk dances at the High school auditorium Friday night May 4 at 8 15. Admission is 10 and 20 cents.
Mrs Elden Foster offers a furnished residence for rent covering June July and August. Enquiries requested through the listing.
An alien enemy in New York proclaims he is one of the Kaisers men and proud of it, saying the German spy system has the country beaten. The piece notes the government hesitates to shoot such an enemy, while wondering about German prisoners and internees in America playing golf.
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