14 May 1921
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1921
Page
1
The Bonham Texan lists subscription prices for city carrier and mail delivery and notes change of address procedures and paid notice rates for entertainments and cards of thanks. It includes comments urging law enforcement and public support for prohibition and its enforcement tests.
Representatives of the Anheuser Busch Brewing Association appeared before a congressional committee seeking stricter enforcement of the national prohibition law. They opposed beer for medicinal use, denounced clandestine production, and argued strong enforcement could propel a broader move toward legalization.
A Houston Post reprint argues bootleggers share blame for crime fueled by liquor. A prisoner’s confession is cited as evidence of liquor’s role in murder and calls for stronger enforcement. The piece notes Jake Wyman’s political manager appointment and hints at political favors.
Nick and Nancy stage a home Christmas play for Daddy with three acts about Santa Claus. Daddy, eager and amused, enjoys the secret rehearsal as the children perform with homemade costumes and scenery, celebrating Christmas with their own production.
The Bonham column corrects a prior claim calling the town a one train a day site. It notes ten trains daily in all directions and praises local high school teachers and Lanham High School alumni teaching in Van Alstyne.
Fragmentary historical account traces exploration by Eric the Ted, John Cabot and Sebastian, then Captain John Smith charting the Penobscot coast. It notes Maine within Plymouth Colony grants, Gorges and Mason contesting rights, early settlements at Kennebec and New York area, and eventual northern territory shifts leading toward charter arrangements and colonial claims.
A historical analysis estimates outcomes for 100 men starting at age 25 in the United States. By age 85, about 10 are wealthy or in good shape, 40 have modest means or savings, and 16 depend on relatives or are not self supporting. many fall into poor housing. The text also oddly references a tonic claim from Halls Chimney and a notarized affadavit.
Collins Transfer advertises out of town moving by truck as the cheapest option with ample service and hauling capacity.
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