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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1929
Page
1
A poem by Dr. Daniel Parker read at a Confederate veterans reunion in Calvert Texas on May 31 1828 is printed. The speaker recalls marching in Confederate grey contrasts with blue uniforms and expresses pride in the Confederate cause and fear of Union occupation while awaiting Ben’s return.
R. T. Cooper, pioneer resident at Maysfield, recalled fighting Indians in Milam County during 1871 and 1872. He described that Comanche warriors used steel spikes on arrow shafts and later rifles captured from settlers, noting the shift from flint heads. He spoke of extensive Texas history witnessed in Cameron and The Herald office.
Eugene Wade pleaded guilty to the murder of his wife Oralee Wade in September and accepted a life sentence. He was taken to the state penitentiary at Huntsville Wednesday night by Deputy Sheriff Will Vaughn and said he would not appeal.
Elwood Cammer announces the Virginians, a leading Southern orchestra, will play for Skeezix Christmas dance Saturday night during their Texas tour. A large crowd is expected as Cameron hosts the event with Steve Gardner and His Hokum Kings appearing Christmas night.
The Baptist church choir presents its Christmas cantata The Light Eternal on Sunday at 7:00 PM. The program features hymns readings offertory pieces by Mrs Bradbury and Miss Flinn with soloists and a full choir directed by L C Gayle as pianist Miss Helen Flinn.
C. N. Green reports Cameron sees a Christmas rush for Majestic radios with 187 telegraphic orders in one day from Dallas headquarters. More than $50,000 worth of radios were bought by telegrams as public approval boosts sales. Green touts Majestic as a top gift and cites easy payment plans and broad discount advertising in the campaign.
Eugene Wade told reporters he was driven to murder by whiskey and expressed remorse for killing his wife Ora Lee Wade in Cameron on September 30, 1929. He pleaded guilty to murder, will serve life in prison, and asked no trial retries while noting his insanity during the crime. He described his love for his children, forgiveness from them, and his intention to accept punishment. Wade, 45, has lived in Cameron 20 years and will likely be moved to Huntsville soon.
A Christmas Day service of worship and praise at 10 30 p m in the Episcopal church invites all to give thanks to the King of Kings on the anniversary of His birth.
Mrs. Frank Wendt is expected this week to spend the holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. A. Hi Baskin Sr. Her sister Miss Rosalie will entertain in her honor next Monday afternoon.
Cameron will soon have talking pictures as Sam Hefley of the New Hefley Theater installs Vitaphone equipment this week. The system, described as the latest and best, should be operational within two weeks and bring Cameron fans the talkies with a major upgrade to local entertainment. Hefley praises the move as bringing Cameron patrons the same benefits enjoyed in big cities and promises an official announcement on the exact debut date.
Santa sends a radiogram agreeing to visit Cameron on Christmas Eve as host groups plan the event. He asks locals to identify children and adults who believe in him and to share their needs and wishes for arrival. The message closes with holiday affection.
Cameron residents hear Gene Smith announce his candidacy for city marshal in the February 1930 Democratic primary. A longtime Newport Cafe proprietor with prior officer experience, Smith pledges to devote his time to enforcing the law and addressing city needs if nominated and elected. He plans an active campaign and asks supporters to back his bid.
Milam county remains short of its Christmas Seals quota with $288.00 raised by December 14. Unsent contributions trigger follow up letters to avoid clerical backlog. Local businesses support poster campaigns, and sales continue at Cameron Herald and Enterprise offices, Community Natural Gas Co, Schiller Drug, and County Superintendent's Court House. School sales end December 20, one school uses a door sticker contest to boost participation.
Southern Methodist University's Gerald Mann, famed 1927 All American quarterback, delivered a life philosophy at the 1930 Yeomen football banquet in Ada. He urged continual goals and high ideals, likening football career progress to success in life and stressing ongoing development beyond college.
The Christian Church announces Sunday school at 0 45 a m and a Christmas sermon at 11 a m. A white gift service with special music is planned for 7 15 p m. Tuesday Santa visits the kiddies. Episcopal services Wednesday at 10 30 a m and mid week prayer at 7 15 p m. All members urged to attend Sunday December 29.
Morning prayer and sermon at 11 o clock on Sunday December 19. Christmas Day service scheduled for 7 30 PM in the same church.
Mr and Mrs W E Kuehl moved into their new residence on North Travis Street on Monday marking a local home acquisition.
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