Growth of Cameron in 1923 Greatest in Years
The Cameron area shows notable progress in 1923 with major improvements including a 90 thousand dollar street paving program for 33 blocks, a 14 thousand dollar sewer extension, and plans for 150 thousand dollars in school bonds plus 25 thousand for sewage disposal. The year also features new parks and reinforced flood defenses with concrete viadors, signaling an era of civic advancement and growth.
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Ad Hall
McCown Bridge
City Eyes Big Changes for 1924 Buildings and Growth
The city anticipates a prosperous new year under strong auspices, predicting major improvements in construction and civic advances during 1924. The outlook emphasizes growth in the business district and broader urban development.
Graves Plan Modern Home on Hefley Heights
Mr and Mrs George T Graves will start work soon on a new modern stucco home on Hefley Heights in Cameron. The house will adjoin the Wallace residence in the pecan grove and follows plans from a leading San Antonio architect. It will be among Cameron's finest and enhance Thirteenth Street.
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George T. Graves
Hefley Heights
A. Wallace
Pecan Grove
San Antonio
Cameron
Thirteenth Street
Membership Day Observed at Baptist Church Services
Sunday morning at the Baptist church observed membership day with Rev. E. S. Hutcherson preaching a sermon on a strong church and member duty. Despite poor weather the church was filled and many responded to the call while contributions were gathered to close the year.
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Baptist Church
E. 5
Hutcherson
Sermon Energizes Church Unity and Yearend Charity
The service elicited strong approval as the minister urged Christians to separate from worldliness, emphasize heart purity, and spiritual devotion. A member joined after the evangelistic appeal and a Christmas tree committee was formed by H M Roark. The church plans fundraising to bring Christmas cheer to city families.
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H. M. Roark
Winnie Henderson
the Baptists Church
Committee Appointment for General Committee Work
A committee will be appointed by the general committee to handle the work. The arrangement assigns oversight to a delegated group chosen by the broader body to manage tasks efficiently.
Milam County Hardware Front Modernizes Street View
Since the Milam County Hardware Company completed its new front the street appearance has improved markedly. Citizens advocate more modern fronts in other stores and suggest removing telephone poles to clear the street. Enhanced lighting and eventual paving would further improve the city’s look.
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Milam County Hardware Company
Jack for Sale: Well-bred Stallions Near Rockdale
A classified item offers two fine horses, Starlight and Black Spanish, described as cheap and well bred. Location given as five miles northeast of Rockdale.
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Rockdale
For Sale Five Room House in Milano Texas Area
For sale five room house with bath city lights and water located three blocks west of Yee High School on gravel street in a good neighborhood. 300 feet from a grocery store and filling station. Price reasonable terms to suit purchaser. Contact P O Box 287 or phone 586.
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Bath
City Lights
of Yee High School
P. O
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