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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1930
Page
1
Church leaders urge Cameron's 1500 active members to attend Bible school, calling it a sacred duty. They challenge men to join, aiming for 1800 in classes next Sunday, emphasizing Easter as a time for commitment and spiritual renewal.
Sunday schools wrap up a campaign with next Sunday set as Easter attendance goal of 1800 across city churches. A rally at the Methodist church featured remarks by Graham Gillis presiding, Roy Baskin, Charles McGehee, and others, plus music by Mrs. Triggs and a quartet. Sunrise prayer at City Park begins at 5 18 CST.
I G Chandler of Cameron wins contract to build a Humble Oil service station on Buckholts road beside the Southern Pacific line near the former Ed Harris store. Grant Lumber Co of Cameron to furnish materials. Project expected to cost about 10000 dollars and be one of the best in the city.
Milam county district clerk Penn Wolf announces candidacy for re election in the July 26 Democratic primary. Wolf, long time office holder, cites efficiency and public service and asks supporters across the county to back his bid for another term.
Milam County Treasurer L. B. Fikes announces his candidacy for another term subject to the Democratic primary on July 26. The veteran official highlights his record of handling county funds, maintaining accurate records, and pledges continued efficient service to the people. He asks for support from voters and friends across the county.
Manager Elwood Cammer announces a dance for Skeezix on Saturday night April 26 with music by the Happy Seven. The popular group has many friends in the community and their return will be acclaimed.
Gene Smith was sworn in as city marshal at the council meeting to succeed B. Slocomb. He keeps deputies Will Cook Dan Lunsford and Joe Richter and assumed duties after February primary victory. Smith pledged best efforts to enforce the law and administer duties. all officials elected also took oath and began new terms.
L L Blaylock, Milam county sheriff, seeks the Democratic nomination for another term in the July 26 primary. The record of service highlights law enforcement success, theft apprehensions, and recovery of stolen property, with deputies praised for capability and integrity. Supporters are urged to vote in the July primary.
Gravel haulers uncovered a seven foot tusk and leg bones of a mammoth in the Curry gravel pit north Cameron. Dr. Sellards of the University of Texas visited Cameron to inspect the find. The fossils were purchased by D. L. Slaughter and will be sent to A. & M. College. The Curry pit has yielded a large number of fossils from this county.
Milam County tax collector Roy Law campaigns for re election in the Democratic primary on July 26. He touts a spotless accounting record with the Rankin Audit Company noting 735,929.55 collected for the county and sub divisions with no discrepancies and calls for continued public service.
The Lone Star Hotel, damaged by fire in 1929 and bought by E. L. Brod, is leased to J. D. Fikes and will reopen in ten days. Workers modernize the structure with furnished rooms, hot and cold water, electric fans, gas heat, and improved ventilation. The project brings new facilities to Cameron and reflects Brod’s progressive effort.
Mrs J W Coleman and daughter Miss Sallie Coleman with Mrs Conn Miller Mrs J H DuBois and Miss Beus DuBois formed a party spending last Saturday in Waco.
The Commercial Club postponed electing a secretary to the next meeting on Monday night April 21. William Cobb is not an applicant but supporters urge him to accept for another term. A committee failed to reach a selection and the matter remains abeyant.
Homer Nabours, county clerk, runs for a second term in the Democratic primary on July 26. He touts his record of efficiency, courtesy, and close contact with county residents, pledging continued faithful service if re-elected. He plans to meet voters during the campaign and asks for support.
H. C. Keith returns from Houston where he attended a Frigidaire sales meeting for the district. He displays a Frigidaire under heat to show the freezing plant in operation, a first of its kind seen locally. Keith forecasts a big year in Frigidaire sales.
A dance is announced at New Boheminian National Hall for Thursday April 24. Jamie Clark will provide the music for the entertainment, and organizers expect a large crowd due to the dances popularity among locals.
K A Fuchs, Milam County Precinct 1 commissioner, announces candidacy for re election subject to the Democratic primary. A practical business man and road builder, he cites constructive work, weather delays, and planned voter contact in support of continued service to the county and precinct.
Cameron banks will close Monday, April 21 in observance of Texas Independence Day. An announcement calls attention to the date for closing and asks customers to make arrangements to conform to the closing date.
The Gulf Refining Company opens a new service station Saturday at Crockett and Main near the Baptist church in Cameron. Built on the Posey home site for 10 000 dollars, the plant offers Good Gulf Gasoline No Nox motor fuel and Gulf Supreme motor oils. Local agent W R Hoover praises the civic improvement and expects many customers at opening.
The Herald corrects an error stating alderman Logan Green resigned to move to Alabama. Green remains on the City Council and will reside in Cameron. He has leased the produce business to A W Esalngy and has temporarily retired from business in Cameron.
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