16 Dec 1937
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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1937
Page
1
Rev J P Love announced a city wide Christmas toy drive aided by volunteers to help needy children. Many toys received at the matinee were damaged or small, prompting funds to purchase suitable gifts. residents may call Mrs J R Bush to arrange toy pickup.
Swift's generous staging of a toy matinee last Saturday drew praise from Goodfellows and social workers. The Shirley Temple show "Stowaway" drew a full house of children, but many toys donated for admission fees were too small for distribution on Christmas Eve. Swift, who organizes the annual event, ensured theater heating stayed on the prior night to keep temperatures comfortable for the kids. The matinee was a success despite toy size issues.
H C Meyer of Rockdale a member of the Texas Board of Control was seriously injured in a Sunday car overturn on the Henderson to Arp highway in the East Texas oil field. He was returning from visiting his son Bruce Meyer in East Texas and was alone. In a Jacksonville hospital his legs were broken and other injuries reported though he is expected to recover. Meyer, past 70, was Rockdale’s longtime dollar a year mayor and was appointed to the Board of Control by Mrs Ferguson in her second term.
Unk Young, famed Yee High athlete and Texas Highway Patrol member, was injured when his motorcycle collided with a car on the San Antonio road in Houston. He suffered a broken leg and knee cap, plus a broken finger, and will be confined to hospital for months as sister Callie Young arrived in Houston.
Citizens National Bank showcases a grand Christmas display arranged by Glass the Florist. Colorful lights, greenery, and a huge tree fill the lobby from balcony to vaults, drawing schoolchildren and visitors with a festival of Santa Claus figures and festive decor.
A truck driven by Alton Jenkins for Rebel Junk Company of Waco crashed a wagon on the highway near Rockdale on Monday afternoon killing two women Paula Tovar 71 and Frances Tovar 28 and a three month old child. Three boys Ricardo Paul and Rodolfo suffered skull fractures and broken bones and were treated in Cameron. No charges were filed as the crash was deemed unavoidable.
Cameron places two on the all district team as seven Belton men are listed. Clifford Guess at guard and Harry Hughes in the backfield were the only other Cameron players to receive official votes for a place on the all conference team.
Dr. W. R. Newton state senator for District 13 announced on Tuesday he will run for a second term in the Texas Senate. He spends time at Cameron Hospital, which he founded in 1915, while the Senate is not in session. He was first elected in 1936 and will seek reelection in 1940.
George Mayo Newton announces his candidacy for re-election to the Texas Legislature from District 64. Acknowledged as one of the youngest House members, he emphasizes conservative tax and fiscal policies and his record of responsive service.
William Treumann faced a reckless driving and speeding charge in Breese ll and pleaded not guilty claiming he did not see the town. He was fined $1 plus costs by a justice of the peace.
Cameron organises its first official Christmas party with Santa Claus, a mass church choir, and a 20 minute Cameron band concert. Two thousand gift bags will be distributed to children under 12, with rope lanes to manage crowds and potential indoor rerouting if weather interferes.
A business and farming delegation from Cause urged the Commissioners Court to rebuild the Faubian bridge over Little River, with estimated costs around 25 000 dollars. The bridge, recently damaged, closes traffic and affects tenant homes and livestock routes to Valley Junction and Cameron. A special survey will be held before January, with discussion of the bridge’s countywide importance.
Cameron shoppers will find the Roberta Beto $1.00 store an interesting place to trade this week and next week. Toyland and Giftland offer bargains and a wide selection for Christmas. Manager Narvie Caperton is pleased with the large stock and prospects for a big Christmas trade.
Emory B Camp of the Chamber of Commerce committee clarifies the December 22 community Christmas tree event is for all children. He says it is a stand alone party by Cameron, not a charity gesture, and distinct from the Toy and Good Cheer campaigns.
The Herald reports Matula grocery in Santa Fe advertises a Christmas sale with special prices on foods for Christmas candies and fruits. Mr. Matula invites shoppers to visit the store offering a large stock for the holiday season.
Directors meet Tuesday night to plan the annual banquet for the Chamber of Commerce. The event will follow the chamber constitution and is scheduled for the second Tuesday in March.
The Yoemen begin the 1937 basketball season Tuesday night in the gymnasium versus Marlin. This is their first game of the season and the regular conference schedule starts in January.
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