Bonham Social Dispatch Notes Local Movements
John Bragg is reported sick at his West Seventh Street home. John A D Mitchell of Honey Grove with Louis Dalton visited Bonham on business. W M Bono, once in Bonham, has moved from Edhube to Bonham with his family. John J Rodgers and family remodeled their Chestnut street home. Mrs J J Gault of Camden, S C, visiting relatives, travels to Indianapolis to see her son. Judge and Mrs Emmett McMahon and Mrs J Ruwledge Will visited Bonham guests of the Scarboroughs. The McMahons live in Tampico Mexico. Mrs Hill stays in Dallas. The group returned to Dallas this morning. the McMahons plan a trip to New York for several days.
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John Bragg
West Seventh Street
John AD. Mitchell
Honey Grove
Louis Dalton
Bonham
W. M. Bono
Edhube
John J. Rodgers
Chestnut Street
J. J. Gault
Camden
S. C
A. G. McCulloch
Indianapel’s
Emmett McMahon
David Albert
J. Ruwledge
Will
A. BR. Scarborough
McMahon
Will the McMahons
Tampico
Mexico
Hill
Dallas
Judge
Mrs. McMahon
New York
The Country Store Passes As Rural America Transforms
The Corsicana Sun laments the decline of the country store as progress replaces wooden fixtures with glass and metal. It says rural gathering spots and forums of opinion fade while roads and phones shrink distances, raising hope or concern for a stronger national character.
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Corsicana Sun
Whittler
Cross Roads General Store
America
Babe Ruth Admits Gambling Losses In Collier's Interview
New York Oct 28 Babe Ruth confesses he is a babe and a boob in an interview. He admits losses totaling about 345000 dollars from gambling and illegitimate ventures, with funds lost to horses dice and schemes. He vows to start over and hopes for a wiser 1926 while acknowledging his costly mistakes.
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New York
Bebe Ruth
Collier's Week
Sultan of Swat
Su’ls
Gaga
Cold Weather Brings Hunters Out In Droves
Hunters out this morning chased ducks as a northern cold snap rode in. The big green head mallard draws crowds while experts explain ducks migrate by instinct, not weather whispers. The Texas weather forecast warns of burst pipes and scarce coal if cold continues. Mr and Mrs Matlard and their family are reported in town.
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Mrs. Matlard
Greece obeys league order to withdraw from Bulgaria
Athens reports Greek troops will begin withdrawing from Bulgarian territory early Wednesday after League of Nations deadline. Evacuation orders were sent Tuesday, Frontier guard laws restored at Dimir Capou, and Greece cites Greco Bulgarian mediation as evidence of goodwill.
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Athens
Bulgaria
Tuesky
League of Nations Council
Dimir-Capou
Witty exchange between McCarthy and Osherlin noted
An after dinner quip by Mr. McCarthy to Mr. Osherlin is cited, ending with a sharp two person joke about walking speed and solitude. The wit of the Celt is referenced in relation to a standard joke format.
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Mike
Pat
Mr. McCarthy
Mr. Osherlin
Livery Stable Joke Sparks Clerk’s Grin at Bank Window
A bank clerk tired of repeated inquiries reveals the remodeling plan as a livery stable. A well-meaning customer jokes that the scene shows the first five tools, calling it a perfect ass, to everyone’s amusement.
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Hale
Gollies
Kinnard Dead at 78 in Star Oak Area
S F Kinnard aged 78 lived at the corner of Star and Eleventh streets died Tuesday night. The funeral was held today at his residence at 4 o'clock with burial at Willow Wild cemetery. He is survived by his wife and a large family.
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Kinnard
S. Fd
Winnard
Star
Willow Wild
Richard Gaston Five Percent Year Dies Near Hudsonville Funeral Tuesday
Richard Gaston aged five percent year died near Hudsonville north of the city. The funeral was held Tuesday with interment at Telephone.
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Richard
Gaston
Yeaur
Hudsoenville
Ty City
Harness Repair Man Cited by E. Side Square Note
A reader letter from W. P. Owens at E. Side Square praises a first class harness repair man and commends his work, dated 9F-6t.
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W. P. Owens
Special Meeting Notice and Vendors Ad
Attention W. O. W. special meeting in charge of Sov T H Blewett. J W Greenlee clerk. Also teachers alerted to sale of world famous M Kinley grade sheet music for 15 cents at Brannon’s. Special safe on velvet and felt hats at Mrs W W Cortner millinery store.
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T. H. Blewett
Nuff
J. W. Greenlee
C. C
E. L. Hairston
M-Kinley
Brannon
W. W. Cortner
Pie Fat Oysters Received Daily
RUSSELL GROCO. 11 HE IS QUITE SICK Jess Durham, who lives on East Ninth Street, is reported quite sicn. A cranky old landlord questions a prospective renter about children. A phonograph or player piano joke ends with a quip about a squeaky bridal tambour.
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Russell Groco
Jess Durham
East Ninth Street
Market Report Prices for Livestock and Commodities
Market report lists day’s prices: Gutter Pable per lb five cents? Hens Springs Eggs Roosters fifteen to twenty cents. Butter 8 cents per pound. Hides cattle hogs prices shown as costene and Be Ye 1-26.
Girls' clothing displays notable modern styles
The article notes how girls' clothing currently reflects a common taste for bold patterns and practical garments, highlighting trends that blend fashion with comfort and ease of movement.
Lost Fountain Near High Sector Reported
A fountain noted as lost or misplaced near the High Sector is being sought with a return request to Keth Weener Renard. The message provides unclear details and seeks assistance in recovering the item.
Quote on freedom and bachelors sparks lighthearted remark
The line guesses a playful take on liberty and bachelor life, noting that “All men are created free” is attributed to a speaker joking about bachelor status and independence. The remark hints at social attitudes toward freedom and marriage in a light tone.
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Squil
Roast Duck Incident Aboard Ship Causes Stir
A seasick steward is ordered by a crew member to prepare a roast duck and to fling it overboard once ready, revealing a curious social dynamic aboard the vessel. The exchange hints at maritime tensions or practical jokes during a voyage.
Incomplete dialogue hints at tax report history
A fragmented dialogue references income tax timing after George Washington and a 5 percent discount on Drumime's Sample Guns. The text also advertises oysters and fish at The Gem Cafes and Gate's Improved Antiseptic Liniment for man or beast.
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George Washington
Drumime
Gate
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