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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1942
Page
4
A member of the Committee on Agriculture argues farm wages must rise with farm prices. He cites Department of Agriculture figures showing crop prices well below 1918 levels while costs and processing wages have surged, questioning claims that farmer income drives inflation and noting food costs as a share of income has fluctuated.
Will of C P Wilkerson admitted to probate. Nina Wilkerson named independent executrix without bond. Annie Stallworth Lilian Atkinson and Gussie McGregor named appraisers. Will of Mollie Moore admitted. John B Poteet named independent executor without bond. Womack Brashear H M Hefley and Dr James Watson named appraisers. County election on school tax to raise rate from 25 to 60 cents per 100. 17 votes for, none against.
Miss Leila Woolley and sister Mrs Wilna Ramsouer hosted a small gathering at Miss Woolley home honoring Miss Ann Stallworth. Attendees included Miss Lilian Atkinson and Mrs Cora Cammer along with Mrs Katherine Robbins and Mrs Ray Robinson of Temple. The honoree received many pretty and useful gifts.
W. H. Day shows quick recovery after undergoing surgery at Newton Memorial Hospital. Doctors report stable status and positive progress as he recuperates from the procedure.
Mrs Perry King of Gause has had her appendix removed at Newton Memorial Hospital and is reported to be doing nicely.
Mrs Jennie Julia McLane 43 wife of Arthur B McLane died November 22 1942 from a burn related infection at her Ben Arnold home. Funeral 5 pm November 23 at First Baptist Church ben Arnold with Rev C W Sanders officiating. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery. Survived by husband mother Bonnie Maddox sister Lucille Maddox brother Grady Maddox and nieces/nephews. Pallbearers listed.
Acknowledges neighbors and friends for support during bereavement for a dear relative. Thanks those who offered sympathy, flowers, and assistance. Signed by A. B. McLane, Mrs. Bonnie Maddox, Miss Lucille Maddox, Mr. and Mrs. Grady Maddox and Family. Gus Pimpler of Clarkson was in Cameron Saturday.
In Cameron and nearby towns Sunday services are listed with times for church school preaching at 9 45 a m 11 a m and 7 p m Various societies Leagues and youth groups meet evenings Monday Woman's Society of Christian Service at 3 p m Blue Bonnet Youths Union meets Tuesday at Lexington The Wesley Bible Class hosts a social at Mrs Jeff Kemp's home Wednesday and more Sunday schedules are given for Minerva Maysfield Ben Arnold Salem Liberty and others with times for Sunday School prayer meetings and evening services.
The document lists Alfred Lee Jr and 15 other individuals including Nathan N. Jones Jessie Lewis Hubert L Nelson Willie Crawford L I O V Miller Virgie L Lockett Austin Thomas Sedalia M Ross Alphonso Petty Ben Baker Charlie H Turner Lonnie L Hunter Elmo Lemons Inez Harlan Jr Leonard Smith Earnest Johnson as members connected to the army assignment or notice.
Cameron residents vent fury over milk shortages and high prices amid a national policy debate. The letter urges aggressive action, condemns Washington and CPA price controls, and calls for a strong local program to restore affordable milk for babies.
An unofficial OPA approval to raise retail and wholesale milk prices for Chamberlain Dairy drew reports from L. Van Perkins of the Chamber of Commerce. The piece notes the dairy has closed and cows sold, blaming city administration and the chamber for delays in action and urging prompt follow up to protect remaining dairies. Judge J. Janicek of Marak visited Cameron Tuesday.
A massive Allied daylight raid on Germany is under way with 400 bombers and fighters. The Allies report 17 planes lost and two large West German factories destroyed. The operation continues as forces reach into Italy with air bases from Africa aiding raids. The action marks a milestone on the anniversary of U S entry into the war.
Used baby buggy for sale visible at 710 East 15th Street offered by Mrs. F. B. Simpson. October 31.
Tokyo celebrates the Pearl Harbor anniversary with claims of a treaty at the White House and invasions of the United States and Canada. In Washington Navy Secretary Knox says Japanese losses are substantial and cannot be recovered. The American public expects a development, but none occurs as officials urge Work and Fight.
Military motorcycles with sidecars for couriers and staff use are vital to America's mechanized forces. Costs range from 400 to 450 dollars per unit, and thousands are needed. The public is urged to buy War Bonds and Stamps, investing at least ten percent of income, joining the Ten Per Cent Club as a patriotic contribution.
Christmas for Cameron families will be sponsored again by the Knights of Pythias Lodge with help from the Masonic, Odd Fellows, Woodmen, Rebekah Lodges and American Legion. Due to gas rationing fewer home calls will be made. those in need should call the committee with details. Contact Mrs. J. M. McLean 765, Mrs. Albert Collins 273, Mrs. H. N. Tate 541-W, or Mrs. Roy Griffith 513-W.
Poem praising pilot training and military service. Ann Wiese Harmon signs the verse, celebrating airpower and victory.
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