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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1916
Page
2
The Mart Herald asserts that every Democrat fulfills duty by voting with honest conviction and lauds Comptroller H. B. Terrell for effective management of the state finance department.
The piece urges focus on practical county governance after the vote and backing for elected officers. It notes Ferguson's mixed result, references Culberson versus Colquitt, and argues for wiser election timing and less political noise. The tone favors sustaining democracy and prudent public service.
A Bay City Tribune line suggests ongoing public frustration with politics as a new election looms and hints that opportunists on both sides may profit from the division. The writer notes people are easy targets for wire pullers amid the dog days of partisan talk.
The writer condemns hindering officers at national, state, and county levels simply for not backing the elected men. Such actions are labeled foolish and detrimental to good government.
The passage argues that before the primaries many pro exchanges urged all Democrats to vote for submission, yet many did not follow this call, implying a failure of duty by half the party.
A Fort Worth Union Banner remark argues that excessive restraint breeds criminals by forcing resistance to unnatural laws, claiming no man commits crime while enjoying natural liberty. It states that crime arises from laws that are unjust and unnatural.
Editorial asserts eradicating ignorance and illiteracy as the top issue, urging safeguarding children’s access to quality schooling despite political attacks. Emphasizes preparing youths for citizenship duties.
The piece cites editorial voices on state vs national election timing and praises education spending, noting Governor Ferguson would seek two million more for schools if reelected. It contrasts Prohibition era attitudes with modern politics and hints at curious Sabbath laws and penalties in other states.
A reader suggests Mexican border raids are quiet to avoid distracting elections and complains about campaign spending. The writer questions tax burdens on citizens to fund politics and urges funds for local schools over prohibition efforts.
The Bay City Tribune argues that removing campaign funds from both the Anti Saloon League and liquor interests would push the nation toward local option. It warns money flows easily from a credulous public and mentions agitators exploiting the public.
The speaker notes dissatisfaction with primary results while urging acceptance. They claim no one got his man in every race but praise the good men chosen, saying they will do their duty to the best of their ability.
The quotation attributes a harsh critique to Evangelist Ham about counties voting dry and complacent religious effort. It argues Ham does not require a strict prohibitionist stance to be Christian and to share common ground with critics of prohibition.
The Herald thanks Milam county voters for 38111 votes to 747 for the opponent, a 2364 majority. The editor pledges to enforce the law and run the comptroller’s office in a strictly business and fair manner with public accountability.
Promote a patent medicine claim listing cures for kidney and bladder issues in adults and children. Claims a two month treatment per bottle, with home mail order and price. Includes contact for Dr. E W Hall and shipping details. Readers urged to obtain Texas testimonials and consult physicians.
Old sore remedies fail, but Porter's Antiseptic Healing Oil is advertised as curing even long standing sores. Claims emphasize simultaneous pain relief and healing, with price points listed as 25 cents, 50 cents, and one dollar.
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