San Andres Lodge 170 Celebrates centennial in Cameron Texas
San Andres Lodge No 170 A F A M Cameron marks 100 years 1856 1956 with a April 12 program at Fort Worth barbecued dinner and ceremonial events led by Worshipful Master John W Haygood and guest speakers including Imperial Potentate Joe Well of the Ben Hur Shrine. The history and honors feature Masonic Home work and school programs.
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San Andres
A. F
A.M Cameron
Texas
R. P. Williams
Wm. F. North
Dean White
G. Chamberlain
J. Z. Krall
John W. Haygood
George G. McGehee
Henry Liebman
E. C. Laywell
L. R. Wallace
San Andres Lodge No
Cameron
Ft. Worth
W. A. Jetton
John W. Haygooe
Katherine Blankenshi
H. C. Byrd
Joe Well
Imperial Potentate
Ben Hur Shrine
Austin
F. J. Davis
First Methodist Church
Open Letter to Citizens of Came Ron on Public Trust
A. N. Green urges residents to demand an independent audit of the City Council. He argues the city’s soul rests on political principals and calls for transparency, publication of audit results, and decency in public record discussion.
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Cameron
A. N. Green
City Council Progress Report 1952 to 1956 Summary
City council outlines major projects beyond regular duties from April 1952 to April 1956. It highlights sidewalk, street, utility, sewer, park, and fire plug improvements, street naming, and cooperation with the State Highway Department. Emphasizes funding without raising taxes and notes housing growth support through Chandler Addition Milam Motel Cameron Compress Warehouses Graham Addition and Country Club Estates.
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State Hiway Department
Naomi Needham
Chandler
Milam
Cameron
Graham
Country Club
Council
Humble and Shapiro Capture School Board Seats in Cameron
Don G Humble led the four-candidate slate for Cameron Independent School District with 596 votes, followed by Dr David Shapiro with 383. Dr C G Swift and Leo Fuchs trailed, as Swift and Fuchs were persuaded to run to complete current improvements.
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Cameron Independent School District
C. G. Swift
Leo Fuchs
Don G. Humble
David Shapiro
Swift
Fuchs
Don Humble
Dr. Shapiro
Adho
Cameron Schkool
Dr Swift
Hanes
Leo Furds
Nelson Seeks Re election As Milam County Attorney
Robert C. Bob Nelson announced his bid for a second term as Milam County Attorney after his 1954 victory by a large margin He thanked Milam County citizens for support and pledged unbiased vigorous prosecution of all violators with no prejudice toward any person or group Pending re election he called for support from all who value an honest approach to enforcement
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Robert C
Bob) Nelson
Milam County
Nelson
Nébon
Buckholts Luther Leaguers Hold Monthly Meeting
The Buckholts Luther League met for a devotional and business gathering Sunday night led by Juliana Jones and Lawrance. Firelyn Glaser Jean Wischer Howard Gorton Theodore Fuchs and James Glaser performed a skit. Rev Pietsch gave a short talk. twenty two youths attended with Rev and Mrs Pietch as guests.
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Buckholts Luther League
Juliana Jones
Lawrance
Firelyn Glaser
Jean Wischer
Howard Gonton
Theodore Fuchs
James Glaser
Pietsch
Mrs. Pietech
County Dads Consider Maps For Milam Precincts
Milam County committee asks for definition of voting precincts and maps as Judge Charlie Smith says precinct maps are desirable. Court orders study of map costs and field notes dating back 65 years. Plan calls for coordination with Democratic Committee and officials, with consolidation of smaller voting boxes and schools toward centralization.
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Milam County
Commissioners Court
Charlie Smith
Democratic Committee
Milam County Jury Quarters Cited For Bad Conditions
Milam County jurors petition commissioners after reports of mites bats fleas and general uncleanliness in the third floor jury quarters. They seek cleaning painting disinfecting and better facilities citing health concerns and a need for maps of precincts and county lines.
Speedboat Races Open Season at Lake Belton
The Temple Boat Club hosts the first speedboat race of the season at Lake Belton Tennessee Valley Park on Sunday April 15 with 39 trophies and two high point awards for the top three in 15 races. Races begin at 1 30 p m with free parking and on site drinks and sandwiches. Entries include boats from San Antonio Austin Seguin San Marcos and Waco.
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The
Temple Boat Club
Lake Belton
Tennessee Valley Park
San Antonio
Austin
Seguin
San Marcos
Waco
Prescott Announces Candidacy for Milam County Attorney
Jack W. Prescott, a Tex as licensed attorney with seven years practice including over four in Milam County, announces his bid for Milam County Attorney. He lists civic roles in Cameron such as Red Cross chairman and American Legion Post commander, and notes education at the University of Texas and Baylor University. He outlines a platform focused on moving to and serving the office.
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Milam County
Texas
Red Cross
Cameron American Legion Post
Cameron Lions Club
Cameron Chamber of Commerce
Eight and a Half Million School Bonds Approved in Texas
Attorney General John Ben Sheppard announced approval of eight and a half million dollars in Texas school district bonds as of March 30. The Cameron district received 225,000 for the O. J. Thomas School construction, and the Carron bond issue funds have been deposited with interest on time.
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John Ben Sheppard
Texas
O. J. Thomas
Cameron
O. J. Thomas Contracts Let For Sept. 15 Completion
Cameron Independent School Board awards contracts for the O. J. Thomas project with a 150 day timeline. Tecon Corporation of Dallas wins general contracting at 125,700 dollars. Haveron Plumbing of Bryan awarded 18,957 dollars. Moeller Electric of Waco chosen for wiring and fixtures.
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O. J. Thomas
Cameron Independent School Board
Tecon Corporation
Dallas
Cameron Her
Geren and Son Architects of
Fort Worth
Haveron Plumbing Company of
Bryan
Kabella
Temple
Ben Milam Construction
Moeller Electric Company
Waco
Milam Red Cross fund drive short of goal reports
Milam County Red Cross fund drive reported 7200.01 in receipts toward a 9275 quota on the first report. Fourteen communities exceeded their quotas while several others were near target. some communites had not yet reported. J R Yeager chaired the meeting in Cameron as the chapter organizes new leadership.
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Milam County
Red Cross
Cameron
J. P. Yeager
J. R. Yeager
Rockdale
Mrs. C N Dodson Recuperates After Surgery
Culpepper's Jewelry manager Mrs. C N Dodson rests well following surgery at Scott and White Hospital Temple on April 5. Son Lt Clyde Dodson from Camp Polk Louisiana joined her for several days and she plans to return home late this week.
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C. N. Dodson
Culpepper
Scott and White Hospital
Temple
Clyde Dodson
Camp Polk
Cameron Be Thankful After Tornado Observation
Reverend John Solomon of the First Presbyterian Church in Cameron urges gratitude to God after a tornado caused damage within fifty miles, sparing his area and prompting reflection on plan and selfishness. He notes the destruction in neighboring areas and calls for humble prayer. See AND DEMONSTRATE YOUR GPA.
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John Solomon
First Presbyterian Church In
Cameron
Uis
Garland physician Dr. M. H. Bartlett dies at 32
Garland Texas physician Dr. Marvin H Bartlett 32 died at his home from gunshot injuries. Memorial services were held at St David s Episcopal Church in Garland with burial in San Antonio. He practiced in Garland since 1954 after earlier roles in Milam County and at St Edwards Hospital. He is survived by his widow two daughters Christina and Jana a son Bruce his mother Mrs Minnie Lee Payne and a brother O D Bartlett.
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Marvin H. Bartlett
Garland
Texas
St. David's Episcopal Church
Bartlett
Justice of the Peace
Fred Brown
Joe Neal
Dallas
Famolu
San Antonio
Baylor University School of Medicine
Hermann Hospital
Houston
Denson Clinic
St. Edwards Hospital
Milam County Medical Association
Junior Chamber of Commerce
Dallas County of Association
American Medical Association
Raney seeks reelection as Milam County Precinct I commissioner
C S Raney files for re-election to Precinct I commissioner. He notes accomplishments in improving school bus routes and bringing students out of mud, and pledges continued cooperation with the highway department to secure better highways and more Farm to Market roads for Milam County.
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Co. S. Raney
Highway Department
Milam County
Mr and Mrs Fred Davenport Sr in Waco on business
Mr and Mrs Fred Davenport Sr were in Waco on business last Saturday, visiting the city for a short trip and returning the same day.
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Fred Davenport Sr
Waco
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Masons
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Jimmie Asher
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Buckholts Luther Leaguers
Little Monster
Rane
Joe Smith
Leonard Allen
Roland C. King
C. L. Nichols
Fred Weiser
L. G. Schroeder
Schroeder
Raney
Markham
Nolan Doss
S. D. Lawdon
Fred Peed
Rodney Fontaine
Arthur Inge
Roy Wright
Herbrt Thweatt
Alex Groppel
Q. W. Joiner
James M. Tucker
E. L. Jauchler
J. B. Ely
Donald K. Glimp
Foreman
Milams Courthouse
Jack W. Prescott
Ald
Teeon
Sethe
Home Service
M. H. Bartlett
C. S. Raney
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