Aldermen Hear Case for Telephone Rate Increase in Bonham
Representatives of General Telephone Company of the Southwest urged Bonham officials to approve higher rates to cover a local deficit and fund a fair return on investment. Attorneys Keith and Shirey argued long distance shifts and rising costs, comparing Bonham to other cities while detailing projected revenue, expenses, and net income under proposed rates.
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General Telephone Company of
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Bonham
Dominioder
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Joe Keith
Sherman
Telephone Company
R B Shirey
San Angelo
Revenue Requirements
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Shirey
Sherman Jocnson
Denton
Greenville Brownfield
Robstown
Sherman and
Denison
Brownfield
Hobstown
Greenvilles
Guardsmen to Depart Sunday for Fort Hood Camp
The Bonham National Guard unit plans a two week summer camp at North Fort Hood with Captain Kenneth D Hall as commanding officer. The group will leave by truck convoy Sunday morning.
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Bonham National Guard
North Fort Hood
Kenneth D Hall
National Guard
Bonham
Alligator or Water Dog Sparks Local Mystery
A stray animal caused a stir on West 2nd street as residents debated whether a creature found by Harley was an alligator or a water dog. Ann Bybee and Joe Tate weighed in with different identifications while others observed the scene near the National Guard Armory. Separately, Arlington State College student Ann Bybee, daughter of James and Martha Bybee, is noted for fish expertise, and a National Guard unit from Bonham prepares for North Fort Hood with pre camp and advance detachments led by Sgt Tillman L. Boyd and Specialist Lae A Jaynes under Capt Hall.
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Sam Hatley
Lone Star Guns Company
John van Kirk
Ann Bybee
James Bybee
Arlington State College
Ann
Joe Tate
Harley
West 2Nd Street
Martha
Bybee
Carl W Shaffer
Billy R. Dewoody
Tillman L. Boyd
Lae
A Jaynes
Hall
Edgard M Wells
Robert M Wilkerson
Herbert D Humphries
Robert K. Joyner
James H Huckabee
Windom Homecoming Committee Sends 500 Invitations
The invitation committee led by Mrs Leeman Riddle prepared 500 invitations for Windom homecoming on Tuesday night while Marie Moran waited for a reply from the postman. A card addressed to Mrs L Moran appeared with 3 on the back and her den was empty.
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Marie Moran
Marie
L. Moran
Mrs Moran
Windom
Leeman Riddle
Paris Minister Is Speaker At Rotary Meeting
The Rev Henry Mood former pastor of the First Methodist church and now superintendent of the Paris district spoke before Rotary members on the ministry. Rotarian program chairman was Joe Denton. Visitors included Carl Edwards White wrgot Bil Brown Sherman and Harry Windus. Final meeting for two visiting Rotanians concluded the month with John Ed Clark and Dun McAuster.
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First Methodist Church
Paris
Methodist Church
Rotary Club
Rotarias
Joe Denton
Carl Edwards
White Wrgot
Bil Brown Sherman
Harry Windus
Modesto Canihi
John Ed Clark
Dun McAuster
Leonard Firm Receives $10,000 SBA Disaster Loan
The Leonard firm is among 44 Texas firms granted business and disaster loans by the Small Business Administration during April. The SBA announced the Washington event as occurring Wednesday and that Leonard’s loan amounts to $10,000.
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Toe Jo W Teas
Son of
Leonard
Texas
Tha Small Business Administration
Washington
SBA
Rapid progress urged to sustain arms talks
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles warned rapid progress is essential to keep East West arms talks alive. He said a first step in disarmament is unlikely for several months and stressed the need for moving forward in Europe to prevent stall and enable further negotiation with Russia. The pace depends on European participants.
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John Foster Dulles
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Tremendous radio activity in Quincy noted by disaster office
Sacramento late bulletins report a vast reading of radio activity in Plumas county’s Quincy. officials urge calm, saying radio levels will not render the area uninhabitable.
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Plumas County
Quincy
California
Todas
Stanley Pierson
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90 Day Jail Sentence and Fine for Guilty Plea
A county judge assessed a 90 day jail term and a $100 fine after a guilty plea in a traffic case. Deputy and constable reported the defendant appeared in court near Bonham after an incident on a mud night on a road west of Bonham.
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Moore
Fredwe Brock
Suenff
Jack Leonard
Ug Los
Bonham
Victims of Polio Honor Students
Polio victims are honored as students unable to attend class due to illness are remembered. Community leaders reflect on impacts, while schools recognize perseverance and resilience among affected families.
Benham to Observe Memorial Day Holiday Closures
Benham plans Memorial Day observances with city offices and the courthouse closing for the holiday. Local businesses may follow early closures and staff scheduling shifts. merchants prepare for the change in routine and possible post holiday hours.
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Cuban Rebels Are Chased Into Hills
Cuban army units pursued newly landed rebels through rain lashed hills along the northern coast. Communiques reported clashes near Catumba and Puenda with at least several casualties, while saboteurs caused power outages and damaged homes, including the residence of Aridi Diamaye Morales.
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Males
Tina Saha
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No Regrets Sailor Seizes Officer In Port Scene
A rebellious sailor shoots an officer and takes a hostage aboard a ship near San Francisco. The incident escalates with gunfire and a standoff as police and naval authorities respond. The attacker, identified as a Marine, is subdued after a tense confrontation and faces court-martial proceedings.
Trinity Levees Fail as Flood Pressure Rises
Unclear report describes levee breaches and road closures around Central Plains due to rising pressure from floodwaters. Higher river protection efforts involve earthworks and temporary detours while crews manage cross river flows and maintain essential access.
Resignation of Treasury Secretary Humphrey Widely Anticipated
Washington reports that Treasury Secretary Humphrey plans to resign due to personal and business pressures. President Eisenhower acknowledged the decision with regret and noted Humphrey’s departure marks the fourth cabinet exit since 1953. Randolph Burgess will leave to take another government post, with details undisclosed.
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Georga M Thhumpray
Qnead Poday Pras
Bison Wor
Robert Bo Ardear
EU Mary
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White House
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Hunt
Martin P Durkin
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Oveta Culp
Hobby
Health Education and Welfare
Douglas McKay
Senate
Oregon
Anderson
Eisenhower Demorat
Navy
Burleson
Tex
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Weather Summary for North Central Texas
A mild tonight with patchy cloud cover. Expect pleasant daytime conditions with a mix of sun and clouds and light winds. Some southeastern areas may see a few passing showers Thursday evening into Friday morning.
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