Kunz Purchases Wood Planing Mill in Cameron
A. G. Kunz, Cameron native and A. & M. College instructor, buys the planing mill of R. H. Redfield near the Santa Fe depot. He will take charge within days, relocate to Cameron, and run the operation with modern methods, seeking local patronage. Kunz served in the Navy during World War I and has six years at A. & M. College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. Kunz
Cameron
A. & M. College
Fr. H. Redfield
Kunz
Better Movie Month Air Advertising Plan
An August campaign will stage a plane airshow over the city to promote Better Movie Month. Aircraft from Hefley Theatres will circulate literature by air drops and display an aerial program for the public. The event, nationwide in August, aims to publicize film offerings countywide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
UO My Ao Carver
Hefley Theatres
Sam Hefley
Aggieland Five to Play at Wayside Inn Friday Night
The Aggieland Five from College Station will perform at Wayside Inn for a Friday night dance. Known as the hottest orchestra in Central Texas, the event promises to be the season’s best. A large crowd attended Tuesday’s dance with J. D. Lewis and his orchestra. Cammer, the manager, notes many drive out every evening for picnics.
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Aggieland Five
College Station
Wayside Inn
Texas
J. D. Lewis
Cammer
FINE COTTON PROSPECTS ON CAMERON FARMS
The Herald tours Geo. T. Graves's Cameron State Bank cotton farms near Sharp and Buckholts on the River. He reports rich soil, diverse feed crops, and irrigation efforts promising a potentially record cotton yield in Texas.
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Herald
Geo. T. Graves
Cameron State Bank
Sharp
Texas
Texas Fire Losses for July Totals 635000 Dollars
Austin, Aug 4 Texas fire losses for July aggregated 635223 dollars and 35 cents state fire marshal G N Holton announced Wednesday. The figure was compiled from city fire marshal reports with causes including electricity 10325350 incendiary fires 33965 matches and smoking 19116.
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Austin
Texas
G. N. Holton
Pioneer Grandmother Elise Horstmann Buried Near Buckholts
The 75 year old Elise Horstmann died at her Buckholts area home on Friday. She came to Milam County from Schulenburg twenty six years ago and left thirteen children, twenty seven grandchildren, and several stepchildren. Her funeral was Sunday at the Guek Hodschhaldich church with interment at Oak Hill Cemetery Cameron. Coleman and Eplen Undertakers arranged the service.
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Elise Horstmann
Buckholts
Milam County
Schulenberg
Texas
Magdalene Helmcamp
Horstmann
Albertine Hertel
Paige
Amelia Baugh
Elimar Horstmann
Taft
Henry Horstmann
Helena Sachliben
New Braunfels
Flerl
Gu@ékhods clhadich
Oak Hill
Cameron
Hackabiel joins Decker Motor Company Cameron as bookkeeper
Friends note Larry Hackabiel has accepted a position with Decker Motor Company of Cameron as bookkeeper and office manager. He previously operated a garage at the Post Office filling station site now occupied by Decker.
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Larry Hackabiel
Decker Motor Company
Cameron
Hackabiel
Hack
Abiel
Dodge
Fine Peaches From N Y Reach Local Herald
Hays near Marlow east of Cameron brings in two peaches 11 to 12 inches around. He has sold about 600 bushels this year and calls the crop profitable. Trees were bought from Kirtley Nursery in Cameron. The 1926 peach season is described as the best yet with many farmers profiting from fruit trees.
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N. Y
Hays
Pine Home Project Near Cameron Progress
James Neingst has laid out a tract for a new residence in North Cameron adjoining J. E. Holtzclaw and plans a home that will be among Cameron’s finest once completed.
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James Neingst
North
Cameron
J. E. Holtzclaw
Bonds Departs First National Bank Conn Moody Replaces Him
B F Bonds leaves the First National Bank after years as assistant cashier. Conn Moody is promoted to teller and assistant cashier to fill the vacancy. Bonds came to Cameron from Thorndale and had a brief confectionery stint with Dan Tyson. Moody, long-time bank book keeper, gains the new post amid local goodwill.
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Bb. F. Bonds
First National Bank
Conn Moody
B. F. Bonds
Bonds
Cameron
Thorndale
Dan Tyson
Grands
Moody
Radio performers entertain during intermission
Guests of their cousin Miss Maidie Weaver of Dallas, pianist for the Radio Health exercises broadcast, Miss Cornelia Gunn and Miss Geraldine Slaughter played piano selections last Friday morning. Listeners praised their performances and the announcer noted they belong to a musical family. Cornelia Gunn offered It's Too Late to be Sorry Now, Geraldine Slaughter played Watencia learned after a Dallas trip.
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Maidie Weaver
Dallas
Cornelia Gunn
Geraldine Slaughter
Miss Maidie Weaver
Episcopal Church announces upcoming service and meetings
The Episcopal Church schedules an 8 pm service next Sunday. Sunday School meets at 9 45 am. The Woman's Auxiliary plans a meeting with Mrs George T Graves at 4 30 pm on Monday afternoon.
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George T. Graves
Billy Wilsons Eighth Birthday Party On Wilson Lawn
About fifty friends gathered Thursday afternoon on the Wilson lawn to celebrate Billy Wilsons eighth birthday. Zinnias and phlox decorated the scene as a pink and white birthday cake drew admiration. Ice cream red lemonade and all day suckers followed games and stunts. Mesdames Frank Moore S E Braddon and George Moore helped Mrs. W L Wilson with hosting. Friends wished Billy many happy returns.
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Billy Wilson
Wilson Lawn
Frank Moore
S. E. Bregdon
George Moore
W. L. Wilson
Billy
Mrs Dan Hanna Returns to Houston After Visit
Mrs. Dan Hanna returns to Houston following a visit at the W. H. Triggs home.
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Dan.Hanna
Houston
W. H. Triggs
Condition J H Bickett Shows Slight Improvement
John H. Bickett senior member of the highway commission is reported in a critical condition after a long illness with paralysis. Early this week a slight improvement was noted and relatives were notified. Friends here hope for recovery and his return to duties. he was former sheriff of Milam county with many local supporters.
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John H. Bickett
Highway Commission
Bickett
Milam County
Moody Wins Democratic Primary With Large Lead
Dan Moody secures the Democratic nomination for governor after the July 24 primary, winning by a majority of more than one thousand against opponents and receiving more than 400,000 votes.
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Dan Moody
German and English services at Hope Lutheran Buckholts
Next Sunday the Hope Lutheran Church in Buckholts will hold a German service in the morning and an English service in the evening Rev L J Haag of Temple Texas will speak at both services A cordial invitation is extended to all.
Sanitation Improvements Sought For Settling Basins
Dr H O Sappington and Cameron Water Co cooperate on sanitation plan for local water plant. City sanitarian and council push safer measures including enclosure of mule lot 100 feet from basins, fencing, waste removal, grounds cleaning, weekly to monthly basin disinfection, and regular reporting to city council and state health board.
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H. O. Sappington
W. Lawrence
Cameron Water Company
Leland Denson
City Sanitarian
E. G. Eggert
Cameron
State Board of Health
Christensen Brothers Buy Cameron Florist Business
T Christensen and brother C Chris ten sen purchased the hot house and floral business from A H Reed and will run Green Houses in the future. Announcement by S M Burns on his return from the Ozark mountains in Arkansas notes Burns helped establish the Cameron shop. The Christensen brothers are experienced florists who have operated a Chicago wholesale trade and will enlarge Cameron operations.
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T. Christensen
Brother C. Christensen
A. H. Reed
S. M. Burns
Ozark Mountains
Arkansas
Decker Motor Manager to Join Texas State Bank
August Gurecky, long time manager for Decker Motor Company Dodge dealers, is expected to accept a position with Texas State Bank & Trust Company. He recently left Decker, succeeded by Larry Hackabiel as office manager, and will likely begin duties soon. His friends countywide follow the move.
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August Gurecky
Decker Motor Company
Dodge
Texas State Bank & Trust Company
Gurecky
Larry Hackabiel
Trustees Conference for Cameron August 12
Milam County school trustees are invited to a Cameron City Park conference on August 12 1026. The event includes lunch courtesy of the Commercial Club and Lin chair and features Leo Hensley of the Site Department of Education AustinTexas as speaker. Additional talks begin at 9 0 A M with information for trustees and networking potential.
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Milam County
Cameron
Commercial Club
Lins
Hin~ Cheon
Leo Hensley
Site Department of Educaion
Austin
Texas
City Council Report Presented to State Health Board
A formal report to city council and the State Board of Health is explained by our representative. The presentation outlines public health measures, regulatory steps, and coordination between local and state authorities.
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State Board of Health
Rosebud Wayside Inn Hosts Sunday School Outing
Rev. Cooper pastor of Rosebud Wayside I led a Monday night outing with about 25 girls from the Sunday school. He praised the fine service at Wayside Inn and called it a splendid place for such gatherings as management has hosted many picnic crowds and outings.
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Rev. Cooper
the Rosebud Wayside I
Wayside Inn
Mrs Ola Meyers Visits Cameron Kin In Texas Weekend
Mrs Ola Meyers of Houston spent the weekend with her cousin Mrs Preston Graves and other Cameron relatives, sharing time and family greetings across Texas.
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Ola Meyers
Houston
Preston Graves
Cameron
El Paso Couple Guests of Local Hosts
Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Casas of El Paso are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hefley, enjoying hospitality and social visits at the Hefley home.
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Nathan Casas
el Paso
Sam Hefley
Mrs. A E Smith Plans Visit to Milano
Mrs. A E Smith traveled to Milano on Saturday to escort Mrs. W H Dukes to her home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Smith
Milano
W. H. Dukes
Property transfer for lots 11 and 12 in Green addition
J. R. Plays and wife sell to Henry M. Hefley two parcels identified as lots 11 and 12 in block 9 of the A. N. Green addition for a price of $450.
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J. R
Et Ux
Henry M. Hefley
A. N. Green
Slaughter family visits Dallas for a extended trip
Mesdames H. L. Slaughter and Dan Gunn with Billy and Jack Slaughter motored to Dallas for a visit and brought home Misses Cornelia Gunn and Geraldine Slaughter who had gone to Dallas earlier in the week.
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Mesdames
H. L. Slaughter
Dan Gunn
Billy
Jack Slaughter
Dallas
Cornelia Gunn
Geraldine Slaughter
Land Transfer From Schiller Family to Mrs Schiller
Ed A Schiller and others transfer 100 acres out of W W Lewis league to Mrs Fran tiska Schiller for $10. Property details follow typical conveyance language and naming of involved parties.
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A. Schiller
Frantiska Schiller
Chas Sens Wins In County Constable Race
Chas Sens wins the county constable nomination by 27 votes after a special committee recount. Initial face results showed Sens trailing Ledbetter by one. recounts added votes from Curry Elm Ridge Cameron and Ad Hall while Rice School House box was discarded. Representatives from Sons and Ledbetter groups participated in the recount and a Democratic committee was formed with W G Gillis W J Brashear W R Harris A C Freeman.
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Chas. Sens
Sens
Curry
Elm Ridge
Cameron
Ad Hall
Rice School House
Ledbetter
Rice
B. Slocomb
D. R. Lunsford
R. R. Tyson
J. Chadwick
Democratic Committee
W. G. Gillis
W. J Brashear
W. R. Harris
A.C. Freeman
Crapshooters Raided by Marshal Seven Held
Seven men were arrested in a downtown craps game raided by city marshal B. Slocomb and deputy J. Richter. A. Crawford, recently named deputy assistant marshal, joined in multiple arrests of drunks and for gambling. The suspects were caught rolling the bones and placed under arrest.
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B. Slocomb
Joe Richter
A. Crawford
Crawford
Mr. Slocomb
Bible Class Barbecue Planned at Cameron Country Club
Business Men's Bible Class of the Baptist church will host a mutten barbecue at Cameron Country Club picnic grounds Friday at 6 pm. John Ryan secretary reports arrangements are complete and invites all members to attend as the membership campaign closes. Preston Graves leads as president, Fred B. Cable as teacher.
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The
Baptist Church
Cameron Country Club
John Ryan
Preston Graves
Fred B. Cable
Mrs Albert Reichert Buried At Sharp
Mrs. Albert Reichert died at her home in Sharp on Saturday afternoon after a year of illness. She leaves her husband and four children and was born December 22 in Burleson County. Funeral attendance included relatives from Rogers Brookshire Cameron and Oklahoma. Burial followed in Sharp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Reichert
Sharp
Reichert
Blocker
Burleson County
Rogers and
Brookshire
Cameron
Oklahoma
Milam County July primary election returns reported
The Herald publishes verified Milam county primary results dated July 24 with corrected figures for the Precinct 1 constable race after a recount. The overall lead shows ETAOIING over Ledbetter by 27 with Ledbetter by 2 in the contested table. further returns appear on multiple pages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Herald
Milam County
Constable
Lens
Ledbetter
Lilac Resident Low Graham Reported Seen On Streets
Local brief notes that Low Graham of Lilac was seen on the streets Saturday prompting community attention for a person of interest or concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
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AG. Kunz
Wood Mall
R. 1. Redfield
Will
AIR Force
TENAS
Bugerulis
Cordes
R. Hertel
Paul Helmecamp
San Antonio
Helena Sachleben
Coleman & Eplen Undertakers
WTH Decker Motor Company
Pine Home
Littl
George Kemp Blaylock Deer
Jim
Sam Deer
Episcopal Church
J. H. Bickett
Cameron Florist
Chicago
Christensen Brothers
Texas State Bank
Lions and Commercial Club
Sens Ledbetter
Country Club
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