Entries for Lssuing bonds Thomson Co, produces and distributes semiconductors for use by computer manufacturers. Thomson issued $960,000 of 10 -year, 119 bonds on May 1 of the current: year at face value; with interest payable on May 1 and November 1. The fiscal year of the company is the calendar year. May 1 Issued the bonds for cash at their face amount. Nov. 1 Paid the interest on the bonds. Dec. 31 Recorded accrued interest for two months