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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1929
Page
11
Bennie, slipping through darkness with stolen jewelry, pauses as a grandmother and a girl discuss prayers. They hope to hear from George on Christmas Day. At midnight two women cry, “George,” and Bennie flees, leaving the jewelry behind.
A child recalls Grandpa insisting Christmas be filled with joy for everyone. The narrator asks to bring lame Joe, who has never celebrated Christmas, and Grandpa welcomes him along with other children. Joe’s reactions shift from doubt to hope as they arrive at a warm, inclusive gathering. Grandpa implies he will also be Jon’s grandpa, extending kindness.
Dorothy Porter known as Pret Dorothy helps a poor girl named Mabel at a store. She buys stockings and a toy, then funds clothes for Mabel, learning true joy comes from giving. The act turns her into a kinder person and she resolves to share Christmas cheer with neglected homes each year.
Advertiser Grady Little of Cameron Tire Store seeks two conveniently located rooms with hot water. Phone contact provided at Cameron Tire Store.
A Spanish Christmas dish features a soup made from sweet almonds and cream. The traditional plate is noted as a festive favorite enjoyed during the holiday season.
The article notes that many girls hold a sweet or sugary view of Christmastide, shaping their expectations and celebrations during the Christus season.
A Marfa area marble quarry manager speaks of a vast mountain of marble near the town. He notes ledges of many colors including solid black marble highly sought after and scarce in the country. If mining continues for 500 years the mountain would be "softer dented."
The manager expects to produce $1,000,000 worth of marble within four years. Shipments will be limited only by sales demand and available quarrying and shipping capacity.
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