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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1925
Page
1
Local political talk centers on the city marshal race with Ray Robinson expected to seek a second term. Dan Gunn enters the race for tax assessor and collector after January first. Rumors of aldermen not seeking re election and a debated city manager plan influence campaign dynamics ahead of year end.
The piece traces Christmas origins from early pagan and Roman practices adopted by Christians in the fourth and fifth centuries. It notes holly mistletoe wattle and Yule log as relics of older festivals and explains gift giving stems from Wise Men and heathen customs in English speaking regions.
The article traces Christmas customs from Rome to Germany and England to the United States, notes historical Presbyterian Scotland’s late observance, and explains Saint Nicholas as patron of gifts and sailors. It cites December 6 as his festival, the dowry tale, and the Dutch origin of Santa Claus, ending with Tom Moore’s poem referencing St Nick.
The piece recalls bells and carols of Christmas Day and urges rekindling old fires of friendship. It reflects on Christendom’s history and encourages joining with friends to keep the season merry across generations.
Miss Elizabeth Adams is at home with her parents Mr and Mrs P O Adams from Teachers College in San Marcos. Miss Louise will arrive from Edinburg on Thursday for a holiday visit to her parents.
Henry F. Lippman of the Army Store buys a bankrupt Taylor stock and brings goods to Cameron for a large sale. The event starts Saturday with aggressive price cuts and continues for several days. Stock features gent's furnishings and miscellaneous merchandise.
A newborn boy abandoned on December 16 in front of the John Bowling home in Gause has been adopted by Mr. and Mrs. Sam Deere of Cameron. The child, named Leonard Jefferson Milam at discovery, now bears the Deere family surname and will be raised as their son. Sheriff Blaylock and Judge Kemp facilitated the child's transfer to Cameron amid many adoption requests from across the state.
Funeral services were held for Ernest Muse and Henry Long, victims of a Katy rail collision near Temple. Muse died instantly in the crash near Temple. Long died at Temple Sanitarium. Each service was conducted in Cameron and Salem cemeteries respectively, with numerous family, friends, and pallbearers in attendance.
Mr and Mrs Sam Deer were seen shopping in Waco on Friday. The sighting places the couple in the local shopping scene as part of a light weekend activity.
Frank S. Lesovsky bagged two buck deer within 30 minutes near Three Rivers, one eight points and one five points, then shipped both to Cameron. The hunt ending at sunup on December 19 marked a record, and venison was shared with friends including Commercial Club and School Board members at Newport Cafe.
J. and Harwood, 40, died from injuries after caisson work on the Brazos river bridge. He was treated in Cameron in unconscious condition, funeral conducted by Green Bros. at Gause. Rev. Fr. Hutcherson led services. Survived by his family. death mourned by the county.
Misses Helen Blaylock and Inez Evans spent Saturday with friends in Rosebud, sharing time away from daily routines and enjoying the social outing.
August Gurecky of Decker Motor Co reports a new Dodge credit plan that cuts interest costs, enabling cheaper Dodge vehicles. FF J Haynes states the policy aims for the lowest public cost and credits the plan to Commercial Investment Trust Inc with partner firms handling fast service.
Ly. S. Hutcherson, pastor of the Cameron Baptist church for two years, has been offered the pastorate at Robstown Baptist church. The call was extended Tuesday and announced Sunday after the congregation solicited his services. Hutcherson said he will consider the offer and has not decided. The Cameron congregation would regret losing him.
The Herald prints a Christmas issue on Wednesday to give workers a respite. The policy grants three holidays with office open Thursday and Saturday but plant closed except emergencies. Wishing readers a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Bassett Watson a popular State University student visits his parents Judge and Mrs John Watson over the Christmas holidays.
Cameron churches plan Christmas events including Christmas trees gift programs and a midnight Mass at the Catholic church. No plans yet announced for Christmas Day Friday as the observance continues.
On Thursday evening December 24 at 7 00 the Sunday School under Judge Graham Gillis will host a Christmas tree at the church. Santa Claus will attend and Epworth League and Primary Department members will be presented in the program.
Under Miss Winnie Henderson and Mrs. J. B. White and Mrs. W. B. Skelton, the Baptist church opens a Christmas tree on Thursday evening December 24 at 7 o clock for Cradle Roll Beginners and Primary. Santa Claus will be there to help distribute gifts.
A Christmas tree will be displayed at the Methodist church Thursday at 7 PM for the Beginners Primary and Junior departments. The Sunday School as a whole will send a generous offering to the Orphan's Home in Wacw.
Epiphany tradition at midnight Christmas Eve service with Holy Communion. Evergreens symbolize eternal Savior love as scripture and song recount the birth. Worshippers are invited to join and enrich their Christmas joy.
At ten o'clock on Christmas morning the Catholic church will host Mass with the public invited. After Mass a Christmas tree and children's program directed by the ladies of the congregation will follow.
Mrs. Guy T. Newton of Cameron earns one of 20 prizes in the Dallas News advertisement contest. WFAA announced Tuesday night from Dallas that she is among the recipients for submitting a top advertisement.
Mrs. Fred Jackson is at home from Brenham visiting her parents Mr and Mrs C W Lawrence. Mr Jackson will be with the Duke and Ayres Store here for a time.
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