Local Social Notes and Visit Highlights
Mr and Mrs Otto Baumgarten and children of Brenham were pleasant visitors of Mr and Mrs A B Sharpe for several days last week. Mrs Baumgartens sister Miss Annie Anson accompanied them. W F Paden was in Temple on business. Mayor J M Ralston spent a day in Rosebud on business. J R Looney of Tracy made a Cambria business visit. District Judge Scott spent Monday at home with family in Franklin. John B McLane traveled to Brownwood on business last Tuesday. J D Hefley conducted several days of business in Morgan and Waco. Dr Ed A Martin to occupy Bro Filgore's pulpit at Auditorium ext Sunday. Aunt Tinnie Hefley left Tuesday to visit friends in Celina, Kopperl and McGregor.
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Otto Baumgarten Andildren
Brenham
A. EB. Sharpeveral
J. D. Hefley
Morgan and
Waco
Ed A. Martin
Bro. Filgore
Tinnie Hefley
Clesurne
Kopperl and
McGregor
Rogers and Heap drilling rapidly near Thorndale lease
Rogers and Heap are rapidly drilling the Mrs. J. B. Duncan lease, reaching 1150 feet by noon Wednesday and reporting a promising Austin series at 1060 feet. Jim Burkhead to spud next on the Weigmann lease as Dr. Whitney from the University of Texas visits Thorndale.
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Thorndale Champion
Rogers
Heap
J. B. Duncan
Austin
Jim Burkhead
Dr. Whitney
Geological Department
University of Texas
Thorndale
Gytleman
Burkhead
E. L. Chapman
Gilchrist
John Meldc
Hawkins Brothers
Thrall
Weigmann
Rogers and
What We Think By Frank Dixon Quote Sketch
A satirical column jokes about marriage myths taxes and aging with brisk gibes about heroes social norms and doomed ambitions. The fragment hints at observational humor and sharp pointed quips typical of the writer. The tone is wry and reflective with social commentary on human foibles and public life.
Local News Roundup From Gause Calvert and Memphis
Dan Campbell visited Gause after receiving notice about Mr. Tom Peel’s illness. Dr. M. K. Lott enjoyed the Brazos Valley Medical Association meeting in Calvert last week. Fred A. Graves of Rockdale was in town on business. Little Miss May Ralston is convalescing from a severe sickness. Dr. D. C. Jones and son Fanning and Capt. J. J. Irwin left for the U C V reunion in Memphis. John B. Wolf and John Hefley departed for Confederate soldier reunions in Memphis and Nashville respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Campbell
Gause
Tom Peel
M. K. Lott
Brazos Valley Medical Association
Calvert
Fred A. Graves
Rockdale
D. C. Jones
Fanning
J. J. Irwin
Memphis
Tennessee
John B. Wolf
Bananas Bought With Salary to Spare
A brief note describes reaching a point where a salary check could buy all the bananas desired and more, illustrating the increasing ability to afford food.
Survey finds intelligence top trait sought by young men for wives
A survey shows intelligence is the quality most in demand by young men seeking wives, suggesting boys value it for family life. The piece reflects on children’s keen observation, noting by age ten they know much of their parents, and ends with a reflection on aging and reading.
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Earth
War Clothes and War Paint to Rake Up Generational Wonder
The passage muses on fashion, merit, humor, and social ambition across different eras. It contrasts hoop skirts with rumble seats, ponders whether success aligns with money or character, and imagines Peggy Hopkins Joyce alumni reunions while debutantes age. It ends by noting a happy thought never hurts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peggy Hopkins
Joyce
H H Camp Makes Biggest Lease Deal In Thorndale Area
The Rockdale Reporter notes a record oil lease in Milam county’s Thorndale area. H H Camp of San Gabriel sold 181 acres in Ellison Ridge to Jim Kemp for 13500 dollars. Rumor links Texas Company to the buyer, near the San Gabriel river south of the river and near the Johnson test.
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H. H. Camp
Thorndale
Milam County
San Gabriel
Ellison Rduge
Jim Kemp
Texas Company
San Gabriel River
Rockdale
Summer advantages at Wayside Tourist Park
The article promotes Wayside Tourist Park as a cooling summer outing with natural park advantages plus a store and cold drink stand run by Elwood Cammer. It urges Cameron residents to use the park facilities for picnics and notes Mr Cammer’s ongoing improvements to service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elwood Cammer
Wayside
Cameron
Cammer
Summer Outings and Picnics Guide for Tiring Homebound Days
A compact guide advising families to plan seasonal outdoor excursions during summer. Suggests parks, beaches, and riverside picnics as relaxing retreats from indoor routine. Includes tips for group outings, safety basics, and affordable activity ideas.
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THE
Cameron Herald
W. F. Paden
Temple
Inday
J. M. Ralston
Rosebud
J. R. Looney
Tracy
Scott
Ranklin
John B. McLane
Brown
Kansas
South Dakota
By Frank Dixon
Chicago
Mfe
Miss May Ralston
Collier
Our City
John M. Hefley
Nashville
Miss Bessie
Ward
Robert Polansky
Caldwell, Texas
Dr. Pierce
W. H. Dunk
Mountain Home
Texas
Cc. F. Gyllenb and
Gresham
Keith Electric Co
Cameron, Texas
Pontiac
Michigan
General Motors
Schiller Motor Company
Oakland
Tigate
Sunshine Hatcheries, Inc
Elizabeth Arden
Square Drug Store
New York
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