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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1929
Page
1
A column discusses trade at home versus out of town purchases, automatization, and modern life. It critiques Governor Moody's veto of the Wirtz bill, party loyalty, and the need for consistent advertising and public-minded behavior in business and politics.
A 1929 report outlines higher auto and truck registrations, with autos at 5359 and trucks at 650 for the year to date, compared to 4850 and 540 in 1928. State and county fee distributions are detailed, noting shifts toward trucks and larger autos, with total fees over $41,800 to the state and over $41,000 to the county by March 9.
Last Friday night the Belmena school pupils taught by Mrs. Tom Vaughan of Cameron presented Madam The Boss at Maysfield high school auditorium. The play told of a midwestern town political scene and contrasted women in city management. Proceeds fund school equipment. music was provided by Miss Jennie Shirley Roy Griffith and Joe Orsay of Cameron.
The speaker praises residents who donate time, money, and ideas to advance the town, noting most towns are helped by a proactive small group. Without these volunteers, progress would stall as others pass responsibility or show disinterest.
No town was ever built by indifferent hands. Many communities grew larger and better through boosters and workers filled with zeal and loyalty, supporting projects designed for the common good.
Mr Goldstein nationally known sociologist will address an Educational Bureau gathering at the K of C Hall Friday night April 5 at eight o'clock. The topic What is Wrong with the Family. He is author of Social ism The Nation of Fatherless Children Bolshevism and Its Cure and Campaigning for Christ. Commendations from Cardinal Mercier Roosevelt and Gompers noted. Public invited no admission charges no collections.
Peter Morbitzer age 90 6 died at daughter's home near Salem on March 30 1929. A Salem area pioneer of 42 years native of Moravia he served in the Prussian war 1866 and Austria long army. Funeral at St Monica's Cameron with Rev George Apel. Survived by six children 34 grandchildren 17 great grandchildren. Pallbearers listed.
A light vote was cast in the general election for city officials Tuesday. Mayor Chambers was re elected to that place for two years and the following were elected to the board of aldermen to succeed themselves Logan Green BE L Brod and Sam Mc Dermott. The council has a constructive program for the city this term and the people should extend all possible cooperation.
In the April 28 special edition an error stated a different contractor and lumber firm built the Hubert Hefley Motor Company building. The building was erected by Joe Walston, contractor, with materials furnished by the Jeter Lumber Company. The undersigned publishes this correction and regrets the misstatement.
Judge Ed F. English, 84, Confederate veteran and long time Cameron Milam County official, died at home on Easter Sunday after a illness. Funeral services were held Monday at his home with Methodist and Presbyterian ministers officiating and interment at Oak Hill Cemetery. Survived by wife and five children William Dallas Willard Austin Jim Houston and two daughters. numerous grandchildren.
Dr W R Newton founder of Cameron Hospital in Cameron returns from Chicago and Rochester where he studied surgical technique since March first. He resumes duties with renewed health and enhanced expertise, and remains a member of the American College of Surgeons known for notable work in surgery.
Two Milam County men Selphine J. Wohleb of Cameron and Millard F. Butler of Gause joined the Citizens Military Training course at Fort Sam Houston San Antonio. J. B. White of the Cameron Herald is Milam county chairman urging eligible men to enroll at once.
The Central Texas Presbyterial assembled in the area with Rev H G Kenney delivering the opening sermon. Dr Curry of Austin Seminary to speak on Evangelism Thursday night. delegates to enjoy a Thursday program and a Club Country entertainment. Mrs John A Green chairs the local committee as the convention closes Friday.
Cameron residents gain an ideal riverside retreat at Wayside Park near the big bridge. The city plans improvements to boost park appeal this summer, highlighting its value as a civic asset and a place for residents to enjoy outdoor leisure away from home.
The Milano State Bank merged with Citizens National Bank of Cameron with depositors transferring all accounts. Over 26000 dollars left Milano stockholders and cash near 1000 remained. the bank building and equipment moved to Cameron. Annie Bodifer, 13 years with Milano, will join Citizens of Cameron.
A box supper organized to benefit the Buckholts school athletic department will be held Friday night this week. Proceeds will purchase much needed equipment for the school. The public is invited to attend and to help the school.
At Round Rock Texas the Cameron cheese plant stops retail milk sales and returns to Joe Thompson. Manager Willard Reese resigns. sweet cream will be sold and cheese making paused until a new cheese maker is found. Milk payments may fall to 50 cents per gallon. plant plans to buy all good milk by nine each morning. The piece argues for dairy diversification to support cotton farmers and notes the milk industry’s stabilizing price.
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