20 May 1953
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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1953
Page
1
Bill Forgy has left the newsroom ending the daily rush of deadlines and calls. The article notes the quiet that follows, the absence of the composing room roar, and recalls his devotion to the craft as he rests in the Great Beyond.
Senate Republicans led by William Knowland demand a showdown with President Eisenhower over Red China joining the United Nations. They threaten U S withdrawal if Reds enter, citing agitation to replace Nationalist China. The issue contrasts with Democratic budget scrutiny and air force spending.
A Polish pilot escaped from a formation of Communist MIG jets over the Baltic and landed a MIG on Bornholm island Denmark after seven hours aloft. He sought political asylum and was taken to Danish authorities for processing as observers noted the risky landing on rough terrain.
Charles Harper, son of Mr and Mrs Harper of Beestu, marries in Texas. The ceremony is noted as a notable local event with references to his education and ties to Bonmtrais.
East Texas State college will confer 286 degrees this term with 13 Fannin County residents among the candidates. Commencement is scheduled for May 24 at 3 p.m. with Tom Sealy, university regents chair, as speaker. The baccalaureate address will be by Rev. Edward P Harrison at 11 p.m. Sunday.
John T. Leslie of Bailey submitted the low bid for 5.5 miles of farm-to-market road work in the Ravenna area. His bid totaling 71 XR covers grading, drainage structures, base and surfacing on FM 1753 from west of Ravenna to the county line. Weather has slowed current projects in the county including work on widening U.S. 82 from Honey Grove to Petty.
Bonham and Fannin County volunteers donated 72 pints of blood on the Red Cross bloodmobile’s first Bonham visit in 1963. The blood will be split between the armed forces and the polio foundation. Volunteers and doctors assisted at First Baptist Church basement drive from noon to 4 pm.
A British source reports calls that Phillip be granted the title of king. The article notes discussion at court and mentions Queen Elizabeth II amid speculative naming of a successor and ceremonial considerations.
Clemelelates for the American Legion Turner Baseball tesa will have Thea, first workout Thursday after Hoonah Was announced today by Wooper Leeman. manager Jesel Chrrismhan sul dtreet the secedeout Wihrtebh Will bepth at 440 relerkoon Washington rela owhach was used by the high school tenn thin season.
Agriculture Secretary Benson urged Congress to grant power to reorganize the department, seeking coverage for eight more agencies beyond the Production and Marketing Administration. He did not present a detailed blueprint, stating plans would proceed in steps to consolidate agency programs under a unified administration.
Markets at Fort Worth May 20 show slow but steady activity with cattle and hogs trading mixed. Slaughter steers and heifers mostly steady to firm, calves steady while feeder pigs and stocker types vary. prices listed for various weights and classes, including bulls and sows, with some declines noted in lighter hogs.
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Reverend James Underwood to deliver the commencement sermon at Bonham High School on Sunday May 31 at 4 pm in the high school auditorium. The program lists processional, hymns, prayers, scripture, and the Grand March with Virginia Peeler and Peggy Hance among participants.
In San Antonio debate over library holdings intensifies after a city inspection found many titles by known communist authors. Mayor A Jacks White proposes labeling all such books while City Manager Wyle Johnson suggests burning them. The issue prompts opposition from the Voters League and concerns about council interference with the library board.
The Sabine River spreads across East Texas from Mineola to Orange as levee protection shields 1500 homes. A massive tornado damages a dairy barn near Malabar Farms, while East Texas faces continued rain and rising rivers. Dallas area schools set June 1 commencement with W. T. White delivering the address at Bonham High.
Weather bulletin notes afternoon and tonight and into tomorrow. Forecasters expect scattered clouds and varying winds with possible showers. Temperature trends cool to mild with coastal air influence and potential late day gusts.
The House Ways and Means committee plans hearings on special income tax problems facing working wives widows families with high medical costs and child care expenses. The committee aims to decide if babysitter costs should be deductible and whether all such expenses count as business costs, with broader questions on tax rates left for later.
London May 20. Prime Minister Churchill asked House of Commons for President Eisenhower to visit Britain during his term. He spoke to calm Anglo American differences and to pursue a possible early big three meeting with Russia. Eisenhower says he will go halfway if it upholds American ideals.
In Austin on May 20 the 53rd Texas Legislature pushes toward adjournment after approving a raft of varied measures. The House votes 116 to 17 for a constitutional amendment to bar state credit for toll roads while both chambers back federal-funds aid for tornado disasters in Waco and San Angelo. The Senate advances 63 local and uncontested bills as time runs out.
On the square John Meade asks about the ball game while Frank Svoboda recalls an icy highway incident involving his son-in-law Janeh Tiepner en route from Reno to Bonham. Deane Bakes says the Little League will again try to start the 1933 season tonight at seven. Honest John Bell reports Doggie in the Window has been sold. TF Anderson sends the commencement sermon and program.
A brief religious notice references a call to faith inviting belief in Christ’s presence. The text echoes a doorstep invitation with a Bible verse from Acts 19:6 and a phrase about greeting a visitor.
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