Bonham National Guard Welcomes First Father and Son
The Bonham Texas National Guard unit announces its first father and son pairing as Sgt First Class Clovis E Towery and his son Pvt James C Towery join the ranks. Captain Lloyd Dodson notes James will choose a posting after basic training while Clovis serves as kitchen staff. The unit, aiming to fill its August quota, lists 3 officers and 65 enlisted men with Towery adding as the tenth recruit that month.
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Five resolves for self control in education poster
A Journal of the National Education Association poster outlines five resolves for both adults and children. They cover tongue control, temper, thoughts, actions, and not ridiculing others, urging setting a good example and reducing harm from profanity.
Bitter Fighting Resumes on Israeli Egyptian Gaza Line
Reports from Gaza describe renewed heavy clashes as Israeli patrols aided by armored units engage Egyptian positions east of Karai Balaah. Egyptian forces claim destruction of two tanks and say only one Egyptian soldier was wounded. Cairo says both sides exchanged fire and casualties exist on both sides.
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Seven new teachers join Bonham schools for 1955-56 term
The Bonham school system announces seven new faculty members for the 1955-56 term beginning Monday September 12. Three replacements for resignations and four additions due to enrollment growth. Names include Mrs Horace G Leanecan Mrs Leona M Whisenhunt Mrs Treva K Qos Mrs Chadyeshall Smith Mrs Venita Boothe Mrs Bonnie Waldrop and Kenneth Chambliss.
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Horace G Leanecan
Leona M Whisenhuntoof
Treva K Qos
Ivashon
Chadyeshall Smith
Venita Boothe
Blue Ridge
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Waldrop Oof Sherman
Kenneth Chambles
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Ashi Braid
Idris Pvans
Olvin Gross
Bailey Inglish
OR Finles
Oleta Alexander Mire
Lucille Alverson
Alma Baugh
Juanita Bradford
Pheresa Clarke
Josephine Pluamoin
Mary Louise Glenn
Greta McWkenzie
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Helen MeItnight
Red China Hints May Release Some Of 41 Americans
The United States seeks a simultaneous release of all 41 Americans held in Chinese prisons. Geneva talks pause as Red China hints at freeing some prisoners while insisting others remain for judicial review. Officials plan strategy updates when talks resume Tuesday.
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Miss Texoma Reign: Kay Pope to Represent Bonham at East Texas Day
Kay Pope, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Gordon Pope, will be Bonham’s East Texas Day queen at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. She was chosen unanimously by the Bonham Chamber of Commerce. Pope, 1955 Bonham High School graduate, placed second in Miss Texas and will attend North Texas State College in Denton to major in home economics. She will miss a day of school for East Texas Day activities and a 4 to 6 PM reception at Dallas Cowboys Stadium before TV and radio appearances and a parade participation. She is also a contestant in Miss Wool contests.
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Final Plans for Bonham Public Schools Set for 1945-56 Opening
Bonham public schools will open Monday September 12 1945 with teachers and principals meeting through the week to finalize plans. First and sixth graders at Bailey Inglish report September 6 and 7 respectively for assignments. All students must show smallpox vaccination and birth certificates for new first grade enrollees.
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Whitesboro Mister Sam Day Set With Barbecue Honors
Whitesboro plans Mister Sam Day in the fall to honor Sam Rayburn with a large barbecue and gifts from constituents. Committees including arrangements led by Jack Pughes and Carl Bryan have parts ready. Mayor Ge Baum Jr chairs reception with chamber leaders and local committees handling publicity and gifts.
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Bonop Howse
Sam Rayburn
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Carl Bryan
Ge. C. Baum Jr
Chamber of Commerce
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Richard Cooke
To Allen Jr
Auto Collision Leaves Two Drivers Uninjured
Two cars collided at the intersection of West Sth and Maple on Friday afternoon. Drivers were Joe Patrick Putman and Johnnie Jackson. both escaped injury as officers noted Jackson traveled south on Maple and Pittman east on ath street.
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Perry Hasten Hurt Late Friday When Car Rams Culvert
A late Friday crash injured Perry Hasten when his car struck a culvert. Police and emergency crews assisted at the scene with minor injuries reported and no immediate danger to others.
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Rayburn Will Speak At Lake Texoma Fete
Labor Day event at Lake Texoma expects attendees from Texas and Oklahoma. Speaker Sam Rayburn to address crowds after a barbecue in the parodus area. barbecue tickets available Monday morning, speech free. Proceeds benefit Rayburn Foundation Library fund. sponsorship from Denison area volunteers and requests from El Paso Dallas Austin ports noted.
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Lawrence Whaley on leave before next Air Base assignment
1st Lt Lawrence Whaley son of Dre and Mrs RoW Whaley 1116 Park avenue is on leave with his parents en route to Kirkland Air Force Base Albuquerque where he will work in the research and development laboratory of the Air Force Special Weapons Center. He is a graduate of Texas A and M University and later studied at Wright Patterson Air Force Base Ohio earning a degree in aeronautical engineering.
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Weather Bureau Tracks Pressure Area Near New Orleans
Weather observers monitor a developing pressure area affecting the gulf region. Reports indicate unsettled conditions with shifting winds as forecasters track the pressure system and its potential impact on coastal weather.
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Negro Returned to Face Charge
A man identified as Bub, connected to forged checks, was returned to face legal charges. The report notes words with unclear names and places, but indicates authorities, including a Chief and deputies, are involved in the case.
Bonham High Graduates Enter Colleges in State
Three dozen of Bonham's 1949 graduating class of 640 will enroll in Texas colleges and universities this month. Transcripts for 33 members have been sent to schools of their choice. most will stay in Texas with East Texas State Teachers College Commerce and Paris Junior College among popular options. Several named graduates and other seniors from Bonham will attend North Texas State College Denton, Texas Western College, and other state institutions.
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Weather outlook for North Central Texas clears with scattered storms
North Central Texas sees clear to partly cloudy skies with scattered thundershowers. Temperature changes remain minimal.
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