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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
5
The notice states payments must appear as credit within one week. Due to new postal rules, the paper cannot be sent to subscribers with more than three months outstanding, and service will be stopped after that period.
The piece recalls Henry Grady and a New York anecdote about a tiny coffin. It argues city life breeds selfishness but praises Grady's generous heart and urges Georgians to bring warmth and empathy to neighbors. It notes the tale may be apocryphal yet emphasizes kindness’s value in hard times.
Fragmentary text describes a father or mother seeking a boy, mentions streets and rail yards, and questions why the child cannot stay home. The passage implies worry about a boy’s whereabouts and possible plotting by others, hinting at danger without clear details.
Davidson County grand jury returns a true bill charging Col. Duncan B. Cooper his son Robin J. Cooper and ex Sheriff John J Sharp with killing former Senator Ki Carmack. Sharp is also charged as an accessory before the fact. Six witnesses named on the indictment include Mrs Coby Z Carmack widow of Carmack and others.
R F Jacobs of near Gainesville pleaded guilty before JP Lipscomb to drinking on a train. He was fined and charged $13.75 in costs. It marks Fannin county’s first arrest for this offense as law prohibits drinking on trains though rarely enforced.
M J B Young announces the sale of his entire 30 year furniture stock to Philip Wise and retirement. He thanks customers for decades of patronage and wishes Wise continued support. Also notes a Current Lit club meeting at the Elks club room for the public library fundraiser with speakers and debates.
Close friends gathered at the K of P club for a smoker and a four course banquet at the Alexander Hotel in Bonham. Guests included Dr R E Martin and J C Saunders among others. The event honored John Rodgers and his bride to be Miss Daisye Cawthon with toast to The Future Bride and The Home. The couple plan to reside in Bonham after November 20.
Washington reports the Department of Justice will ask the Supreme Court to review the Standard Oil case after the Chicago circuit court of appeals refused a rehearing. Attorney General Boneparte and government counsel concluded changes in the appeals court opinion and a separate concurring view by Judge Baker justify a certiorari petition. The request aims to present the case when the Supreme Court reconvenes on November 30.
Mrs. Cora Morrow advertises new patterns and repousse work supplies with tomb embroidery flosses always on hand. Mail orders receive prompt attention from her at 403 West 6th and Maple Street via phone 163.
Tom prepared to kill and dress hogs in a rural setting as a farmer notes the task. The brief mentions Pete Halsell and a contact phone 155 likely for local inquiry or service.
Pittsburg dispatch reports that the home of J. N. Wamp Her near Alliance Ohio caught fire and four children died from burns while Wampher suffered severe injuries.
Five pound fruit cakes for one dollar and plenty of fresh macaroons and lady fingers in R. 8S. May. Phone 346. Swellest lot of Persian scarfs in town just received at Graham Crawford Co. Monday will be my last day for special picture sale. Don Ryburn.
Sunday school starts at 9 30 a m at First Methodist with Junior League at 4 p m and Senior League at 6 45 p m Everyone is invited to attend the services and activities as listed.
IF M Gordon, longtime engineer on the T and P railway, has moved his family from Mena Arkansas to our city. The community extends a warm welcome to Mr Gordon and his family.
The American Presbyterian Sun day school meets at 9 45 a m with preaching. Junior C session at 4 p m. All are cordially invited and strangers are welcome. Pastor H L Walker signs the notice.
Preaching at 11 a m and 7 18 p m with morning message The Shepherds Psalm and evening topic Blinded to Gospel Truths. Special music at each service by a male quartet conducted by O M Schoonover and Eider.
An OCR fragment lists train numbers 257 723 724 258 with approximate times including 9:10 am and 12:36 noon. It notes departures and arrivals but lacks complete routes or stations.
A skilled watch repairer offers many years of experience and guarantees customer satisfaction. The concise pledge emphasizes reliability and quality service for timepieces.
Hirst Presbyterian Church announces Sunday school at 8:80 a.m. and preaching at 11 a.m. and 7:16 p.m. by Rev. Thos F. Galliher of Sulphur Springs Texas. Westminster League at 4:30 p.m. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend these services.
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