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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1925
Page
1
The text recounts January’s origins in Roman lore, naming the god Janus as guardian of doors and passages. It notes the switch of year start from March to January around 251 B C and Janus symbolism of two faces looking east and west with a key and scepter.
Judge Jeff T. Kemp came home Wednesday night from a four day deer hunting trip in Lian and Slason Counties with his father K. Kemp of Houston, 81, a hearty hunter. Venison from the trip was acknowledged by the editor. The party faced cold weather but had a good time. The annual trip will continue with Judge Kemp and his father visiting Austin before returning home.
Cameron Building and Loan Association held Monday afternoon meeting approving officers and directors for the year. Dr. T J Denson nominated to succeed the late F C Mendrix as director. Directors to be elected in January. About $1,600 in funds under loan and seven new homes built. Stock sales and payments down but association praised. H M Hefley and J L Clinton run the business and were complimented.
Cameron merchants express strong optimism for 1926 as holiday sales exceed expectations. In Cameron County cotton gins exceed 10 000 bales, and late rains improve feed, boosting prospects. Local business people including C N Green W B Levy and J T Parma report solid year end gains and confidence in prosperity ahead.
Records show comparatively few poll taxes paid up to Thursday but collectors have 80 days more to collect. The 1926 political year begins with a city primary for officers followed by July primaries for county and state officers.
Dan Tyson, city tax assessor and collector, announces his candidacy to succeed himself subject to the February 9 1926 primary. He cites his tax duties as a reason for limited campaigning and notes auditors have praised his city record and service. If reelected he pledges continued efficient service.
A. E. Schiller of Schiller Motor Company reports a better year and six Buick deliveries in December six sedans and one roadster. Buyers listed include Edwards Jones Fox Hamilton Spicer Smith. Schiller notes three potential sales lost to car shortages. Hefleys of Hearne spent Christmas in Cameron with relatives.
August Gurecky, manager of the Dodge branch, and Giles L. Arriett, a leading local grocer, note a below average year but better than expected results with a price reduction planned for January 7, signaling optimism for sales revival.
The Cameron executive committee votes to require a majority to nominate city office candidates and to hold a second primary if no majority exists. If no nomination occurs, only the top two vote getters in the first primary advance to the second primary ballot.
The Texas Public Utilities Company, owner of franchises in over 100 Texas towns, completes Cameron branch setup. Jno C. Young of Corsicana becomes manager. other local appointees include H R Gilmore, Zelma Adams, C A Bean, W G Rupe, and Luther Reese. Office space, rebuilding plans, and rate alignment to June 1 1926 are outlined as the plant will be dismantled and moved after lines are built.
My and Mrs Boyd Wells and their sons of Austin were holiday visitors at the home of Mrs Well's parents Hon and Mrs T S Henderson. Mr and Mrs James Coleman of Lapwerk visited in the home of J W Coleman this week.
Henry Lippman of the Army Store reports receipt of bankrupt stock from M. Bernstein via Taylor and will place it on sale. The announcement and circulars in this issue promote the bargain carnival. Lippman notes a good year despite the drought.
Moulton Cobb editor of the Cameron Enterprise and a State University student from Milam County may enter the July 1926 legislative primaries. He considers a Cameron race, recalls a close 1922 defeat to Col. Ike Looney, and has since edited the Cameron Enterprise and led the Daily Texan at Austin while studying journalism.
Pastor E. Hutcherson of Cameron Baptist Church rejects call to lead Robstown church. He states in a letter he will remain pastor of Cameron, pleasing the Cameron congregation with his decision.
The funeral for Mrs Ab Ingram Jr was held at her parents home in Cameron on Monday afternoon. She died Sunday night after a brief illness. She leaves a husband and a fifteen month old infant. Rev W J Binford conducted services and burial was at Walkers Creek Cemetery. Mr and Mrs Edgar Tucker and daughter Frances of Austin visited Cameron friends during the holidays. Mrs Besa Dunham spent Christmas with her parents near Tracy.
Mr Willard Chambers and his wife Mrs Chambers of Bryan are staying with relatives this week as guests.
The executive committee led by T F Hardy sets Tuesday February 9 1926 as the city primary date. Dan Tysom seeks re election as tax collector and Vince Lucas runs for Marshal. The panel backs returning to annual alderman elections and all city officers would be up for renewal.
Vince Lucas former Cameron city marshal announces candidacy for the City Marshal office subject to the Democratic Primary on February 9. He pledges to enforce city ordinances and devote himself to the duties of the office. Cameron Texas declares the filing date December 30 1925.
Velda Walker departed for Baylor University in Waco on Wednesday to begin her studies.
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