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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1929
Page
2
University of Texas regents abandon a dormitory project after bond pricing would push up costs to seven percent or more, risking student enrollment. The piece cites only 85 percent scholastic-age enrollment in Texas and warns attendance figures are inflated by lax enforcement and paddings in rolls.
The piece argues that the 160 million dollar tax cut is only one percent of the current federal income tax and is offset by higher tariffs. It notes that lower earners still pay more, while the supposed relief mainly benefits higher incomes, urging readers to plan for 1930 as if Congress did not reduce living costs.
The piece argues Texas should timely plan a centennial celebration to showcase state progress rather than focusing on war anniversaries. It notes Chicago has advanced its event and warns that delays jeopardize success, urging early, thorough preparation and funding to make the expositions meaningful.
Texas and Pacific Railroad opposes a new line from Abilene to Cross Plains arguing shared traffic would hurt its business. Proponents say the road is needed to spur regional development and growth. The dispute questions whether Texas growth is hindered by established rail interests.
The text questions whether the state should serve as a feeder for railroad corporations and urges President Hoover to use his influence to advance railroad development in Texas for the state’s prosperity. It emphasizes aligning railroad growth with public interests and progress.
The article argues that dairy mergers do not guarantee gains for merged firms and harm suppliers. It notes rising complaints of reduced dairy profits and slim margins after feed and labor costs. It cautions that dairy growth in Texas relies on competitive milk and cream markets, which mergers threaten.
Texas landowners hesitate to invest in dairy cattle without assured steady milk demand and fair profit margins. Skepticism toward creamery plants and price stability keeps the creamery business largely on trial, though partnership plans and tenant cow provisions appear in McLennan County.
The elder Cobb returns to join son Moulton Cobb in purchasing the Mission Enterprise. The father and son team are described as a strong newsroom duo with the elder resuming work to stay in the business, aiming for stability and success in Texas.
Warren Hunter wins all premiums and cups at the Texas Press Association meet for best paper and best ads. He loves weekly paper work and calls it the most interesting job, saying he works many nights but lives a charmed life. His passion and intensity drive ongoing improvement and early success despite modest earnings.
A county agent and home demonstration agent report rising 4 H Club activity in Liberty County. The year saw 217 days field work and 53 in the office. Efforts included vaccinating 20,000 hogs to curb cholera and eliminating anthrax for the first time in 20 years. Four girls 54 women and 77 boys participated, with 21 boys completing project books and one earning a trip to…
Women workers produced 375 dresses and coats 227 undergarments 654 cans of fruit and vegetables 10000 pounds of meat 52 pieces of furniture refinished 51 rugs made and 12 baskets completed. The sewing value reaches 3127 dollars. E L Meyers, son of Mr and Mrs L Meyers of Cameron, born and raised in Cameron, is succeeding in his work.
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