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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1907
Page
4
A mixed agricultural and community update mentions heavy hogs selling in Fort Worth at 7c, cattle 3.75 to 4.25, oats and corn, alfalfa as Oklahoma’s emblem, and labor concerns. It notes Joe Green promoting Moody Courier, comments on taxes, police activity, and social tensions, with political references to Roosevelt appointees and local figures.
The Bell County representatives Robinson and Chicker Gavae encountered a warm reception during their visit, signaling strong local interest in their advocacy and upcoming initiatives in the region.
The article cites Senator Bailey claiming country editors of the Stat accept bribes from one dollar to a year’s subscription. It notes skepticism about editors’ integrity and mentions ongoing associations with a certain crowd. The piece reflects local reactions through the Lockhart Regiter.
The note urges Cameron to pursue progress by securing potential benefits from a first class post office status and free delivery. It suggests forming a committee to engage Elgin Brick and showcase lignite and clay resources, hints at a government experiment farm, and calls residents to unite to capitalize on upcoming prosperity.
In San Antonio labor unions and Black residents push against enemy influence, resulting in many Japanese men being arrested as vagrants. Nearby, Calvert eyes reopening coal mines with potential benefits from free labor. Galveston County and nearby city government issue 4380 poll tax receipts, while Waco Temple and Marlin anticipate an electric road linking them soon.
Bastrop school head Prof. Edmonds was killed at the Bastrop post office last Friday by attorney R A Brooke. Edmonds was a popular educator and fearless local figure.
City Council met Tuesday with most officers present except Alderman Dossett. Collector Moore reported occupation taxes for January totaling 93.12 and ad valorem taxes from 1895 to 1908 plus 1905 and 1906 amounts. Accounts allowed included hauling costs, tax excess charges, poll taxes refunded to Gray Frazier J W Pace and Frank Schwab, and a 275.00 charge for 500 ft of hose. The committee was given time to report on a plan to keep the aged streets cleaned.
James Knox Polk Newton, a baby born in Cameron on January 23 1906, wandered under a gallery Friday and became entangled in a swing, causing the child to strangle and die. Funeral held Saturday with Rev Cauldwell officiating. parents mourn with community sympathy.
Postal card albums and Valentines offered with leather models and a broad assortment. The advertisement promises patient service and customer satisfaction, highlighting variety and quality.
A correspondent from Anson Texas writes from February 2 1907 praising Cameron and its Herald I recount past cotton farming efforts and a ruined crop while expressing fondness for home and wishing well to the Herald and its readers.
Joe T. Westmorland and Mrs Luther advertise two nice cottages for rent as good investments. Suitable for families or tenants seeking steady income from rental properties in a convenient location.
Jno Randolph reports strong demand for chickens and eggs as new wallpaper arrives at Geo A Shon & Son, signaling readiness to supply in the market.
A S A Bates notes a merchants gathering in Delas Texas detailing a transportation offer. Tickets purchased between February 4 and 14 1907 will be valid for return trips at one fifth fare if presented before February 24. Certificates for tickets bought February 18 to 28 will also be honored at one fifth fare when presented before March 8. Tickets purchased March 21 through era will gain one fifth fare on each trip with presentation before March 10.
An early 20th century ad asserts Liver Hills tablets aid digestion and strengthen the liver and digestive organs to support constitution and future health. Marketing notes emphasize probability of improved work capacity and general well being with use through druggists.
Classified notice lists seven farm parcels ranging from 50 to 75 acres for rent near Henderson and Tompkies. The ad notes cure claims and generic remedies, with cryptic lines about laxatives and refunds, and mentions a supposed address or contact point.
The notice states hands to cut cordwood with pay of $2 per cord for stove wood and $1 per cord for two foot wood. Apply to J. M. Randolph in Cameron, Texas. 81-4.
A landowner announces posting and gate locking along Green's lake on the S Ocomb line south to deter trespass. He cites property protection and warns guardians to supervise youth as he intends to enforce the law. He notes a nearby tragic death linked to gunfire and appeals for cautious behavior.
The Calm Spirit describes people who do the most work calmly and methodically. Duties are not pursued in a rush. one task stays in place until finished, allowing steady progress and efficient results.
A fragmentary exchange features Satity and Miss Spella about love and fate, with a wittily moral line from a convict and a quip on happiness. The Philadelphia Ledger tie and a motherly command frame the mood in these dated lines.
Notice that the partnership Blinka & Stach of Buckholts Milam County Texas dissolves by mutual consent on January 7 197. Thomas Blinka receives all debts and obligations of the firm and is responsible for payment of all liabilities. Buckholts Texas January 7 197.
A small item notes Pace's New Drug Store offering Valentine goods priced from one cent to a dollar, highlighting bargain prices and a seasonal sales display.
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