Robbery at Cheeves Bros. Store Leads to Dallas Suspects
Two men were returned from Dallas by Deputy Sheriff Guy Pope after a Monday night burglary of the Cheeves Bros. store. Authorities say four men were involved and two fled to Galveston while others divided the loot. Goods valued at over 1000 dollars were recovered. all four men face burglary and felony theft charges.
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Dallas
Heriff Guy Pope
Will Vaughn
Cheeves Bros
Pope
Galveston
Vaughn
Joe J. Michalka
M. C. Fox
Sheriff's Office
Cheeves
Guy Pope
R. H. McIntosh
Blaylock
Austin
Mr. Blaylock
Cleburne
Glenn Hillburn
Jack Phillips
Hurd
Weatherd
Christmas Tide Brings Crowd Cheer to Cameron
The town enjoys ideal weather as the Christmas spirit spreads. Colleges have sent students home, locals welcome them back, and festive cheer fills the districts with giving and merriment. A series of entertainments for the holidays is planned, promising much pleasure ahead.
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Cameron
Santa letter from Texas child requests toys and cake
A seven year old boy, Virgin Lake Jr., Route 1 Milano Texas, writes Santa Claus asking for an air gun, BB shots, a wagon car train fireworks candy nuts and other toys. He invites Santa to enter through an open door and leaves cake coffee and corn for the reindeer.
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Santa Claus
Tam
Sister
Virgin Lake, JR
Milano
Texas
Wayside Inn Presents Christmas Dance Program
The Wayside holiday schedule features Steve Gardner and his Hokum Kings on Friday for Cameron's homecoming dance. The Gardner ensemble, praised as the best in the state, kicks off the Christmas program under Mr. Camner. Also on the calendar are J. D. Lewis on December 24, the Blue Flames from Denver on December 26, and Babe Schildler on December 28 with more dances to be announced.
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Steve Gardner
Hokum Kings
Austin
Cammer
Cameron
J. D. Lewis
Blue Flames
Denver
Colorado
Babe Schildler
Schulenbturg
Cameron Men Named on Zone Committees In Boy Scout Work
At a Heart of Texas Council meeting in Waco Tuesday night Cameron men were named to the council and executive board of the Boy Scouts of America. F E Jackson was elected vice president. other appointees included L Van Perkins Guy T Newton Rev Wallace Jones Rev J P Love. The council serves Falls Bell Milam Coryell Hamilton and McLennan counties and will meet annually while committees convene about four times a year.
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Waco
Heart of Texas Council
Boy Scouts of America
Cameron
F. E. Jackson
L. van Perkins
Guy T. Newton
Wallace Jones
J. P. Love
Falls Bell
Milam
Coryell
Hamilton
McLennan
Electricity Lights Cameron Holiday Drive in 1927
The Cameron community embraces electric power from Texas Power and Light Company to illuminate streets, homes, and storefronts. Merchants showcase electric signs and show windows as Christmas decorations. trees glow on awnings and lawns signaling progress and modern convenience. J. C. Young leads the utility’s forward policy driving the city’s seasonal displays.
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Cameron
Texas Power and Light Company
J. C. Young
Water Company Sells Cameron Interests to Delaware Firm
The Texas Water Company has purchased Cameron properties including three Monroe grant tracts, water works and distribution lines, plus all rights and easements. The deal, filed with the county clerk, values at 519 and other considerations. Previously the electric plant passed to Texas Power and Light. the water works and ice business are now sold to a Delaware corporation with transfer expected by year’s start.
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Texas Water Company
Delaware
Cameron
Cameron Water Company
D. Monroe
Messrs. C. W. Lawrence
T. S. Henderson
Texas Public Utilities Company
Texas Power and Light Company
Delaware Corporation
Xmas Tree Santa Claus Visits Telephone Exchange
Santa Claus will visit the Telephone Exchange tonight at eight o'clock to present gifts to the employees. A decorated Christmas tree stands ready as personnel look forward to an enjoyable time.
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Santa Claus
Old Time Fiddlers Gather for Yee High Program
Old time music program at Yee High School auditorium on Tuesday December 27 promises over two hours of fiddle tunes by masters led by Uncle Mike James Cameron friends organize the event. Doors open 7 pm with music at 8 and a 25 cent admission to cover expenses.
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Yee High School
Texas
Cameron Friends
Mike James
Houston Post-Dispatch
Mike
Second Prize Winner Touted Among Texas Old Time Fiddlers
A State contest for old time fiddlers honors a second prize winner described as one of the best in Texas, highlighting his skill and standing among regional performers.
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Tex
Old Time Fiddler Praised for Classic Southland Waltzes
The piece extols a veteran fiddler who excels at playing cherished old waltzes and peppy dance tunes from bygone days. It notes his unmatched skill and ties to the Southland heritage, with a mention of the Yegua area and a continuation on another page.
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Southland
Yegua
Holtzclaw Considers City Marshal Run
J. E. Holtzclaw a former Milam County sheriff may enter the city marshal race in February primaries after a push by friends. He is a long known peace officer and would run if sufficient interest arises. The piece notes February primaries and April oath in the election year.
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J. E. Holtzclaw
Holtzclaw
Milam County
Texas
Judge and Mrs Ed F English to visit Houston
Judge and Mrs Ed F English will spend next week in Houston with their children. The family plans travel to visit relatives and enjoy a short stay in the city.
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Judge
Ed F. English
Houston
Postal and Telephone Employer Should Share In Xmas Recognition
The Herald dedicates its 1927 Christmas edition to praising Cameron's Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and the Post Office. It lauds manager C. S. Peyton, assistant Maud Boles, and all staff for superior service, noting 565 yearly service days, and extends sincere appreciation to Mrs. Bessie Hefley and her assistants and others who support the public utilities.
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Herald
Cameron
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
C. S. Peyton
Maud Boles
Bessie Hefley
Homer McLane
Grace Eplen
H. E. Garner
Albert Collins
Joe Matula
Grady Cooper
Burke
Laake
Petition For Nurse Rejected By Court Milam County
The Commissioners Court at their regular meeting December 15 rejected employing a Health Nurse for Milam County. Petitions had been filed by citizens in precincts seeking the nurse. The decision closes the matter for this school year, with hope for favorable consideration before the 1928 term.
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Milam County
Road petition before commissioners court for Bethlehem school route
The commissioners court discussed a proposed public road from the Rockdale and Cameron road via Bethlehem school house to the Rockdale and Davilla road. A jury of view was appointed for a report at next term: EK. A. Camp, Scott Baldridge, Henry Strelsky, W. E. Gaither, and Joe Strelsky. The court also decided not to hire a county health nurse at this time due to finances.
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Rockdale
Cameron Road
Bethlehem School House
Davilla
EK. A. Camp
Scott Baldridge
Henry Strelsky
W. E. Gaither
Joe Strelsky
Mission
Gas Strike Near Cameron Promises Oil Prospect
The W. E. White well on the White farm one mile from Briary schoolhouse blew in early Wednesday afternoon as heavy gas pressure made further work dangerous. Located about 18 miles northeast of Cameron and 5 1/2 miles east of Rosebud, the gasser shows wet gas and good oil prospects.
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W. E. White
White Brothers
Briary
White Farm
Cameron
Rosebud
Karhinsaari Fights Back As Demetral Takes Cameron Bout
Dallas wrestler Harry Demetral defeats Henry Karhinsaari two falls to one in Cameron. Demetral wins the first fall and pins Karhinsaari in the second after a controversial sequence. Karhinsaari, knocked unconscious by a kick under the chin, seeks a rematch and vows to defend Cameron prestige. Excitement builds for a rematch and next week’s Demetral vs Montana confrontation.
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Harry Demetral
Dallas
Henry Karhinsaari
Finn
Cameron
Montana
Cowboy Chick
Demetral
Refree Kunz
Karhansaari
Chicago
el Paso
Joe Montana
Joe
Demetris
Santa Claus Appeals for Help for Poor Children
A reader signed as Dick Slocomb asks Santa to aid underprivileged children this Christmas. The letter requests a large rubber tire tricycle for the writer and a coaster wagon for Casey, urging kindness and support for needy families during the holiday season.
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Santa Claus
Casey
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Santa
Wayside Inn
Electricity
Water Company
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Houston, Texas
Tom Choate
Buckholts, Texas
J. L. Clinton
Cameron, Texas
J. A. Howell
Karhinsaari
Dick Slocomb
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