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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1935
Page
5
Margie and Bob push a bold idea to sell a vast batch of geraniums to Ripley Brothers for their spring storefront display. A midwinter call promises bloom readiness and a big order if terms satisfy both sides. The pair celebrate as the plan appears to succeed.
Property deeds show multiple transfers to H F Smith and other buyers, detailing 50 acre J K McLennan league parcels at $35.71 each, 86 acre James A Prewitt surveys, various acreages in Jackson Hall François and Thorndale areas, with sums ranging from $1.00 to $5,000.00 and related, listed by grant names and grantees.
A reader letter inspired Ripley’s columnist to urge regional stores to decorate windows with gaudy geraniums and evergreens. The plan, described as a “geranium honeymoon,” prompted shops to adopt the idea, mirroring the big stores that showcase seasonal window displays.
Probate Court names J. F. Pisek guardian of Mary Pisek saying she is non compos mentis due to extreme age. Appraisers Joe Reznice Hubert Marak Rudolph Marak appointed December 17 1935. Bond set with Frances Marek Hubert Marek and Joe Renizek as sureties. Inventory and appraisement approved. Oil and gas leases list conveyances and prices. New autos registered in Cameron Rockdale.
Rockdale entries include a Ford Coupe and a Plymouth Ford er Sedan. Cameron lists a Terraplane Brougham and a Ford Standard Sedan. Master Chevrolet Sedans are shown for Eddie Noah and Kenneth McWilliams with Rockdale connections. W A Jones and Ellis Coker appear with Minerva and Cameron listings respectively.
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